1 week ago Choke point on key road to Sydney’s northern beaches finally set for fix

A delayed upgrade to the western end of the critical link has been given a boost by $250 million in federal funding.

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3 w. ago Missing persons probe unearths remains buried in Sydney paddock

The 39-year-old man was reported missing by a family member who directed police to the semi-rural property on the city’s northern outskirts.

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3 w. ago Missing persons investigation unearths body buried in Sydney backyard

A crime scene has been established and three people have been arrested after human remains were discovered at a property on the city’s outskirts.

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3 w. ago NRMA Insurance helping customers recover quickly after Cyclone Alfred

With the effects of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred still unfolding, NRMA Insurance is encouraging community members across South East Queensland and Northern NSW to prioritise safety.

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3 w. ago Alfred knocked koalas out of trees and swept a kangaroo into a drain

Wildlife rescue groups have reported an influx of injured native fauna and are planning a search-and-rescue mission for koalas across forests in northern NSW.

Politics

3 w. ago Alan Jones allegedly indecently assaulted latest victim in northern NSW

Jones was charged last year over dozens of allegations of indecent assault and sexual touching against men between 2001 and 2019. His youngest alleged victim was 17.

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3 w. ago As it happened: Strong winds batter Brisbane; major flooding possible for Lismore after ex

The ex-tropical cyclone made landfall at 9pm on Saturday, but heavy rain and flooding is forecast to continue through Sunday.

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3 w. ago PM and Minister for Defence give update on ADF troops injured in Northern NSW army vehicle collision

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Minister for Defence Richard Marles have addressed the media after multiple ADF troops were injured in an army vehicle crash in northern NSW during ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

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3 w. ago Tragic details emerge of last moments of man swept away in torrent

Tom Cook, 61, died after his ute was swept off a bridge in northern NSW on Friday, with a neighbour trying to help him as he hung onto a tree branch.

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3 w. ago Major flood warning for Lismore, northern NSW as Alfred heads inland

Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred continues to leave its mark after the crossing the coast of South East Queensland, with more heavy rain forecast on Sunday.

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3 w. ago Northern NSW towns brace for flooding as Lismore warning downgraded

Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred continues to leave its mark after the crossing the coast of South East Queensland, with more heavy rain forecast on Sunday.

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4 w. ago Dozens of NSW towns still in storm’s crosshairs after Alfred makes landfall

The weather bureau has warned that Sunday could bring the event’s heaviest rainfall totals, heightening fears of major flooding across northern NSW.

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4 w. ago Rescue effort under way after Defence vehicles crash, injuring 13, some seriously

Thirteen people have been injured after two Australian Defence Force vehicles crashed near the flood-hit town of Lismore in northern NSW.

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4 w. ago Defence vehicles crash during flood rescue efforts, injuring 13

Thirteen people have been injured after two Australian Defence Force vehicles crashed near the flood-hit town of Lismore in northern NSW.

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4 w. ago Rescue effort under way after Defence vehicles crash, injuring 36, some seriously

Two remain trapped after police said two Defence Force vehicles collided near the flood-hit town of Lismore in northern NSW.

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4 w. ago Rescue effort under way after Defence vehicles crash, injuring 22

Two remain trapped after police said two Defence Force vehicles collided near the flood-hit town of Lismore in northern NSW.

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4 w. ago Rescue effort under way after Defence vehicle crashes, injuring 22

Two remain trapped after a Defence Force vehicle crashed near flood-hit town of Lismore in northern NSW.

Events

4 w. ago Dozens of NSW towns still in Alfred’s crosshairs as low stalls off coast

The weather bureau has warned that Sunday could bring the event’s heaviest rainfall totals, heightening fears of major flooding across northern NSW.

Politics

4 w. ago With gritted teeth, Northern NSW locals await something they’ve never seen

Cyclone Alfred is punishing those in its path with a drawn-out crawl, gorging on abnormally hot water off the coast.

Politics

4 w. ago Evacuation orders extended as Alfred bears down on Northern NSW

Areas from the Tweed on the far north coast, inland at Lismore, and as far south as Port Macquarie are subject to the orders as Cyclone Alfred edges closer.

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