An alleged murder by a man who absconded from Cumberland Hospital shines a spotlight on a NSW mental healthcare system that may be more broken than first thought.

Residents in low-lying areas of Chinchilla are advised to LEAVE IMMEDIATELY due to major flooding happening now. We are expecting floodwaters to reach 6.6m by 11.30pm this evening and by early morning ...

Minimal to no known threat to life or property ...

Strong Wind Warning for coastal waters between Port Hacking and Gabo Island for 12 March: Status: Active: Location: New South Wales: Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast ...

Will the war in Iran be long or short? According to Donald Trump: both, depending on what day you ask him. Plus, new and ...

The amount of money going towards subsidising Australian film and TV has gone way up over the last two decades. The number of ...

Lani reports for the ABC's New England North West bureau in Tamworth, NSW. She's previously worked at News Channel, and has spent time at 7.30 and Four Corners. A crucial bridge on the Great Western ...

Location There is a HAZMAT FIRE at Willyung near the intersection of CHESTER PASS ROAD and MENANG DRIVE in the CITY OF ALBANY. Control Authority Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) * As a ...

If your area is likely to flood the SES or council could issue an evacuation order. Follow these steps to stay safe. Caring for your baby when there's an emergency This guide offers practical ...

River levels remain elevated following recent rainfall across the Mary River catchment. Some roads across the region remain affected by flooding. Residents are urged to MONITOR CONDITIONS for flooding ...

This fire is on Stuart Highway between the Edith River and Ferguson River. For the safety of firefighting crews and other vehicles, drivers in the area are urged to slow down, turn on headlights and ...

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