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NSW
More than 50,000 NSW Government Health Workers Receive a Pay Rise
The pay rise will apply to allied health roles, admin staff, cleaners, scientists, psychologists, security officers, admin staff, security officers, and more.
Regulator to Probe NSW Power Outage That Left Thousands Without Power for Days
The outage was caused after a major storm destroyed seven transmission towers.
Restrictions on Puppy Farms Introduced With Fines Over $500,000
A maximum cap of 20 fertile female dogs over six months at any breeding premise will apply if the legislation passes.
2 Men Charged for Allegedly Displaying Nazi Symbols at Pro-Palestine Rallies
The rally went ahead despite concerns about the sensitivity of the timing on the eve of the anniversary of the Oct. 7 terrorist attack on Israel.
NSW Chief Justice Warns: Social Media Poses Threat to the Integrity of Juries
NSW Chief Justice Andrew Bell said the prevalence of social media posed a risk to the fact-finding process in jury trials.
Melbourne Pro-Palestinian Rallies Planned on Anniversary of Oct. 7 Hamas Attack
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton do not support the events on this day.
NSW Police to Block Oct. 7 Pro-Palestinian Protests Due to Safety Concerns
This decision has been backed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns.
New AI App in NSW Will Not Replace Work of Teachers: Minister
The app will be available to all teachers in NSW public schools by the start of the fourth term.
Tracking, Monitoring Online To Be Treated the Same as In-Person Stalking in NSW
The new definition of stalking was unveiled by the NSW government on Sept. 2.
Power Outages, Water Supplies Cut as 4.7 Earthquake Rocks NSW
More than 2,500 people felt the earthquake, according to Geoscience Australia.
New Sydney Metro Set to Service 37,000 Commuters Every Morning
50,000 workers, speeds up to 100km/h, and 200,000 passengers expected on day 1 are just some of the stats surrounding Sydney’s new city metro line.
Lithium Battery E-Bikes Face Tough New Standards After 54 Fires
Dealers could face fines of up to $825,000 for not complying with the new standards.
Former NSW Premier Concedes COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates Were a Mistake in Farewell Speech
Perrottet said ’the law should have left more room for respect of freedom.’
NSW in Need of 150,000 Trade Workers in the Next 15 Years: Report
For NSW, it’s not so much a case of “build it and they will come” as a case of “where will they come from to build it.”
Transmission Delays to Add $1,100 to NSW Electricity Bills: Nexa Advisory
Nexa Advisory also warns small businesses in NSW could see electricity costs soar by $7,000.
24,500 Residents Affected by ‘Dangerous’ Blackout in NSW, Electricity Supply Reduced
NSW has legislated net zero by 2050 and a 70 percent cut to climate emissions by 2035.
Bird Flu Found in Backyard Chickens in Australia
This is the second case of bird flu detected in the ACT and 12th in Australia.
240,000 Birds to Be Culled In Emergency Response in NSW
A biosecurity ‘emergency’ plan has been activated. NSW Premier Chris Minns said there is ‘no reason to panic.’
Bird Flu Detected in New South Wales, Farm in Lockdown
This is separate to the strain detected in Victoria. The government reassured NSW consumers not to be worried about eggs and poultry products from supermarkets.
Returning River-Town Residents on Alert as Floods Ease
The only areas the NSW State Emergency Service is still advising people to avoid are Cattai, Marayla and their surrounds.
