Sydney news

Labor is accusing the Coalition of operating a secret election slush fund worth nearly $1 billion, splashing cash exclusively on community projects in largely Liberal and National party held seats.

A mentoring program that provides foster children with a positive role model seeks more men to join their ranks.

Flood mitigation is needed before businesses can fill empty shops in the Wallsend CBD that have repeatedly been affected by floodwater, an MP says.

The number of businesses offering domestic violence leave in the Northern Territory is growing, with 22 organisations now including some form of policy in employee contracts.

In what could be a storyline from the satirical TV series Yes Minister, one Queensland Government department is in a legal stoush with another department over a plan to mine a river on state-owned land.

A memorial service will be held today a decade after one of Australia's worst rail disasters. Eleven people were killed when a regional train collided with a truck in northern Victoria. The Australian Trucking Association says crash investigations need to be improved because the coronial system is failing to consider the full picture.

Hundreds of cars are left beside main roads each year, and they're a tricky problem to deal with.

A British tourist receives traumatic injuries to her left leg after it becomes entangled in a rope on a yacht just off Whitehaven Beach, in the Whitsundays.

Playing cards emblazoned with details of murders will be distributed to inmates in New South Wales prisons, in a bid to solve a cold case that has baffled police for more than 40 years.

Collingwood keeps up its winning form, holding off a dogged Dockers outfit for a valuable 20-point away win. See how it all played out in our ScoreCentre.

The Major Crime Squad is investigating the circumstances surrounding a suspicious blaze at an apartment in North Perth after a man injured in the fire died in hospital.

A spate of alleged child sex abuse offences in Pilbara communities highlights the need to finally put in place key recommendations of the Gordon Inquiry, a Noongar human rights lawyer says.

Collingwood looks to keep up its winning form as it travels to face Fremantle. Follow every moment with live commentary and stats in our ScoreCentre.

The RV Sonne, a German deep-ocean research vessel, arrives in Fremantle in Western Australia as part of a trip to study the impact of climate change on the ocean and the sea floor.

A British tourist receives traumatic injuries to her left leg after it becomes entangled in a rope on a yacht just off Whitehaven Beach, in the Whitsundays.

South Australian police say they will review the latest terror attacks in London to decide whether to further tighten security around major events ahead of Thursday night's World Cup qualifier at Adelaide Oval.

Officials are scrambling to assess whether any Australians have been killed or injured in the latest terrorist attack in London.

London Bridge and nearby Borough Market in London are in lockdown after two separate attacks. There are also reports of a third incident at Vauxhall about four kilometres away.

Michael Cheika has announced Waratahs duo Rob Horne and Jake Gordon will join the Wallabies squad on Sunday to cover the injuries of Samu Kerevi and Nick Phipps.

A rainbow of runners flooded Brisbane on Sunday morning, as thumping music and the pledge to raise money for charity saw more than 5000 runners stream through the city.

Bananas in Pyjamas is celebrating 25 years and to mark the occasion the Royal Australian Mint has created a commemorative coloured coin set.

At least one person has been killed as British police responded to three emergency incidents across London.

Footage released on Saturday shows an armed man setting fires and stealing gambling chips but making no attempt to shoot fleeing customers and employees.

The Major Crime Squad is investigating the circumstances surrounding a suspicious blaze at an apartment in North Perth after a man injured in the fire died in hospital.

Australian senator Sam Dastyari was enjoying a late dinner with his UK Labour mates in London's Borough Markets when the screaming started.

The Palaszczuk Government will have a balancing act to perform in the lead up to the next election, as it tries to boost resources jobs in north Queensland while still appealing to the inner-city Greens vote in Brisbane, Josh Bavas writes.

Six debutantes so far this year is evidence foundations are being laid for the long term at Carlton.

Police are responding to reports that a van has hit a number of pedestrians on London Bridge in central London just after 10pm local time.

Central to the exhibition is solving a crime, a murder no less.

A British tourist has been flown to hospital after her leg was degloved in a yacht accident in the Whitsundays.

Nearly a decade ago, London's response to a terror attack was a resolute: Keep calm and Carry on. But after a spate of recent attacks, the resolute British demeanour has changed, with locals encouraged to"RUN, HIDE, TELL."

A Perth woman has reignited the dinner table debate of who had it easier to buy a home – baby boomers or today's home buyer - after discovering a pile of near 50-year-old newspapers hidden under the lino of her house.

An exhibition showcasing survivors of domestic violence and their pets aims to educate people on the importance of these animals and the tough choices their owners have to make.

​Western Force coach Dave Wessels praised his team's fighting spirit after his players dominated for long periods in their 34-12 loss to the Hurricanes in Saturday night's Super Rugby clash in Perth.

British police are rushing to London Bridge after a van reportedly ploughed into pedestrians.

Title contender Simona Halep pulled through against young contender Daria Kasatkina in a French Open round three rollercoaster, winning 6-0 7-5 after at first threatening to dismantle the 20-year-old Russian.

A motorcycle rider has died after a crash on the Gateway Motorway.

Sub-zero temperatures bring a winter surprise for snow lovers, with some resorts opening one week early.

HBO late-night host Bill Maher apologised for using a racial slur during an interview on his show, Real Time, which led to a firestorm of criticism, including from the cable network.

Andy Murray recorded a straight sets victory against up and down opponent Juan Martin del Potro in the third round of the French Open in Paris.

NSW State of Origin lock Tyson Frizell was taken to hospital for scans on his ribs after being injured in St George Illawarra's 16-12 NRL win over the Wests Tigers.

Australia's koalas populations and their coastal gum tree habitats could be devastated by rising sea levels, which would trigger toxic die-back disease, a scientific conference is told.

Bomb Squad detectives were called to a bank in Melbourne's outer south east on Saturday after a terrified man saw it thrown at the shop front window.

North Melbourne’s interest in Richmond star Dustin Martin would only have been heightened after the Tiger played a pivotal role in their demise at Etihad Stadium on Saturday night.

Cristiano Ronaldo struck twice as Real Madrid became the first team to successfully defend their European title in the Champions League era.

Vicky Karayiannis, the wife of Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell, has released a heartbreaking statement following the release of the toxicology report on Friday.

Pressure is mounting on the state government to take a city-wide approach to heritage protection.

Peeling paint, damaged floors and a roof in need of repair did little to deter buyers from a rundown inner-west home, which soared $210,000 above reserve on Saturday.

They purchased other people's unwanted greyhounds for $500 each and then doubled their money by making the dogs disappear.

The area is still a bargain for Sydneysiders, but agents say prices are skyrocketing.