90 m. ago ‘You’re saving money by having children go without’: Parents scared of NDIS changes

Sydney parents have criticised announced changes to autism on the NDIS but there is cautious optimism the change could allow children to access earlier support.

Society

98 m. ago Chalmers revs up road user tax as he cites quick wins from roundtable

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed plans to slap EV drivers with road-user charges within months – and dozens of other reforms that might come from the roundtable.

Economics

3 h. ago Sydney is copping a sensational spray and probably will for months. But don’t say it’s La Nina

The US did not hesitate when predicting La Nina’s imminent arrival. Australia’s climate experts disagree, even though it’s “very likely” we’ll be seeing rain at Christmas.

Politics

4 h. ago Two bodies pulled from water after father, sons crash into NSW river

Two bodies have been pulled from a river north-west of Sydney after a car carrying three men crashed into the water overnight.

Events

4 h. ago The anonymous email that plunged a Sydney council into chaos

Tensions were already flaring within the council when an email sent to politicians and the state’s anti-corruption watchdog raised the prospect of job cuts.

Events

5 h. ago Charlie didn’t know how far a marathon was. Now he’s going to create history in Sydney

Charlie Maher will become the first Indigenous Australian to complete all seven world majors when he runs the Sydney Marathon next weekend.

Politics

5 h. ago ‘Influencer’ dies live on camera after months of abuse – all streamed on Australian website

An investigation has been launched in France after a two-week Kick livestream showed the 46-year-old being “beaten, strangled and force-fed” for viewers’ entertainment.

Technology

6 h. ago Australia news LIVE: Chalmers, O’Brien clash at roundtable talks; Ley, Greens call out NDIS overhaul; Bodies found in Sydney river; Government fires back at Netanyahu’s “weak” criticism

Follow live as we bring you the news from Australia and beyond.

Politics

6 h. ago Bodies found in river search for missing father and son as rain lashes Sydney

The two men went missing after their car veered into a tree and crashed into a river near Wisemans Ferry in wet weather.

Events

7 h. ago Father and son missing after car plunges into river near Wisemans Ferry

Police search the Macdonald River after a crash left a father and son missing. A third son escaped as Sydney endures its wettest August in 30 years. (Footage: Kate Geraghty)

Events

8 h. ago Father, son missing after car plunges into river as rain lashes Sydney

Sydney could record up to 80mm of rain on Thursday as police search for two men after their car crashed into a river near Wisemans Ferry.

Events

9 h. ago Why RBA’s Sydney office rebuild has landed it in trouble with a court

A redevelopment of the Reserve Bank of Australia’s asbestos-ridden headquarters has sparked fears noise and vibrations will affect a nearby courthouse and may lead to mistrials.

Events

13 h. ago Two missing after car plunges into river as rain lashes Sydney

Sydney could record up to 80mm of rain on Thursday as police search for two men who went missing after their car crashed into a river near Wisemans Ferry on Wednesday night.

Events

14 h. ago Soaked parts of northern NSW and Sydney warned rain will intensify

Weather forecasters say the heaviest rainfalls are still to come today for the already soaked NSW coast and south-east Queensland.

Events

15 h. ago Teenager charged with the alleged murder of Sydney underworld figure

A teenager has been charged with the alleged murder of Sydney underworld figure Dawood Zakaria.

Events

25 h. ago Teenager charged over underworld figure’s death in Sydney gangland shooting

The 19-year-old has been charged with the murder of Dawood Zakaria and the attempted murder of lawyer Sylvan Singh, who was injured in the Granville attack.

Events

25 h. ago Teenager charged over underworld figure’s death in gangland shooting

The 19-year-old has been charged with the murder of Dawood Zakaria and the attempted murder of lawyer Sylvan Singh, who was injured in the Granville attack.

Events

25 h. ago First they topped the HSC. Now North Sydney Boys is raising the bar

The school has a growing number of students enrolled in extension English courses this year, defying a statewide slump as it sets the standard.

Politics

26 h. ago Disgraced doctor punted from peak body, placed on indefinite leave from Sydney hospital

In a move that could prompt action from health regulators, the Australian Orthopaedic Association has stripped Munjed Al Muderis of his membership.

Science

27 h. ago ‘He wants John gone’: Mayor ‘goaded’ council boss in fiery meeting

Ned Mannoun expressed frustration John Ajaka was “refusing to make the hard decisions” months before the CEO was abruptly sacked, an inquiry has been told.

Politics