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US sanctions on Turkish bank puts more pressure on Iran

The US Treasury has announced sanctions on a Turkish bank as part of its latest effort to sever...

Pothole poll pledge to secure state's roads

A state premier's promise to fix half a million potholes has drawn criticism from the opposition as both...

Twelve-year-old Dusty has a message for the PM he'll be delivering in person

Dusty's $1m walk to bring hope to kids in the bush.

Woman dies, man injured in single-vehicle crash into fence

The driver has been taken to hospital.

After fighting for her life, this young mum wants to find her 'new normal'

Her message to others is simple, and it could save your life.

'Doesn't have the resources': one of the factors behind decision to sell land

An 11.31-hectare parcel of land will be sold by Bathurst council.

Race to vaccinate after deadly bird flu milestone

An ambitious effort to vaccinate wild penguins against bird flu is ramping up as Australia recorded a distressing...

A ferocious attack and a 14-year legal saga: manslaughter offender released into the community

A judge's ruling on brutal domestic violence case explained.

Major Russian barrage kills at least 14 in Kyiv region

Explosions have echoed across Ukraine's capital throughout the night as Russia launched another massive missile and drone attack.

'I'm no hero': How this butcher's early morning decision saved a family's lives

Tom Freeman kissed his wife goodbye, then did something extraordinary.

Man rushed to hospital after falling from ledge in Bathurst CBD

Multiple emergency service crews attended the scene.

Behind closed doors: huge DV crackdown leads police to major regional drug bust

How a call for help uncovered an alleged drug operation.

Another lot on the chopping block? Council to consider selling old church site

It was a strategic purchase. Now its future is up for review.

Trump envoy discusses Gaza plan with Netanyahu

US negotiator Jared Kushner has held a rare meeting with the Hamas chief in Egypt in an attempt...

'No malice, no overreach': fatal pursuit was 'acute conundrum' for police

The inquest into the death of a driver after a police chase has closed.

Man charged with alleged supply after $10,000 worth of cocaine, meth seized

The man will appear before court on Wednesday, September 9.

Why teens are ending up homeless and how this project will change that

'There is no temporary accommodation or housing around at the moment.'

Netanyahu rejects Gaza withdrawal before Hamas disarms

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a US-backed roadmap for the future of the Gaza Strip.