Reverend, his wife and the Senate preselection
Christian Democratic Party president Fred Nile is doing his best to see his wife, Silvana Nero, elected - but he has been accused of a conflict of interest.
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Jail reopening a backward move, critics say
A possible move to ease overcrowding in prisons could ruin "the dual CBD of Sydney", critics warn.
How to save a fortune living in Sydney
Sydney is more expensive than ever but you don't have to look far for discounts.
'Pig headed, mad and a bully'
The cordial relationship between Alan Jones and the man that he – and only he – calls Michael appears to be over.
Refuges uncontactable after-hours: survey
More than a third of women's refuges in NSW are not contactable after-hours, a survey of NSW services has found.
Davies delay 'probably wasn't acceptable'
Child protection authorities knew he was a threat in 2007 but a police investigation was delayed.
Where do you want a train station?
Residents have six weeks to say where they think new stations should be located for a potential metro expansion.
Controversial policy 'reduced strikes'
Industrial dispute result "shows that NSW is the place to work and do business," says Treasurer.
Road where the afternoon rush lasts six hours
Peak hour speeds on some of Sydney's major roads have slumped by up to 25 kilometres an hour in the past two years, Roads and Maritime Services figures show.
'Parents need to be less ambitious'
Forget NAPLAN. For more than two years, 11-year-old Patrick Talty-Bormans has been swotting for a much bigger exam.
Push for private insurance to cover GPs
Critics warn of "two-tier system" if private health insurers are allowed into GP practices.
Whistleblowers warned DoCS about teacher
Staff from RG Dance warned child protection authorities about paedophile dance teacher Grant Davies six years before his arrest but were told no action could be taken.
Hurstville Council reinstates general manager
The general manager's suspension last May prevented him from briefing the council on possible fines for its then mayor.
Sydney traffic chaos: Police take action
After crippling traffic delays on Wednesday morning, police have set a new measure in place.
'We could see David Pocock locked up'
A proposed Baird government crackdown on anti-mining protests could expose anti-CSG protesters to criminal penalties.
What went wrong on Sydney's roads
A 75-minute delay meant two-vehicle accident triggered gridlock thoughout the city.
Insurance shake-up on cards for UberX
Drivers who use their cars for ride-sharing services such as UberX could be forced to declare it and pay higher insurance premiums.
State government to meet lockout opponents
The government will meet anti-lockout activists in a bid to develop ideas for improving Sydney's nightlife.
Committee told it has no power to release taps
The parliamentary committee examining ICAC's failed pursuit of Margaret Cunneen has been advised it has no power to publicly release explosive phone taps and other investigation material.
'I ended up feeling like I was the crazy one'
The former wife of a paedophile dance teacher has told an inquiry what happened when she confronted him about his behaviour.
Cooling tower suspected in disease outbreak
Health authorities suspect that an infected cooling tower may be responsible for an outbreak of Legionnaires disease around Town Hall station.
Police at chaotic school meeting
Microphones were snatched, a lawyer was allegedly assaulted and delegates were blockaded by "burly looking men," according to attendees.
Highlights
The NSW Coalition's women problem
Labor has a good story to tell about gender balance, with almost twice as many women on its frontbench than the government.
PM's train promise: risks and opportunities
Turnbull's rail commitment contains risks and opportunities for Sydney residents.
Fears city will become a 'carpark'
Officials are worried about motorists blocking buses as another section of George Street closes.
It's time to grow up, Sydney
You don't get to cheat the lanes when something goes wrong, like this morning.
$600 smart meter to avoid electricity 'bill shock'
More than 130,000 NSW households face paying up to $600 to install new electricity smart meters or negotiating to have them included in new contracts to avoid a spike in their power bills at the end of 2016.
What's killing the eels?
Dead fish and eels have been found washed up at a creek in Sydney's north-west, prompting an investigation by the Environment Protection Authority.
Sydney's 'world cup of economic activity'
More than 3000 tonnes of steel, 2000 work hours and four days.
Did life get better for Australians last year?
Economic growth was strong in 2015, but what about another key measure?
Stress-related absence from work on the rise
Stress-related absence from work is on the rise, corporate psychologists have warned.
Why James wants the powers of an adult
For 15-year-old James King there is one particular age restriction he cannot bear - and he has taken it to the state government.
The legal fiasco pushing up electricity prices
Everyone knows prices are set by the relative forces of supply and demand, right? Wrong.
The effects of 'Dr Google'
A survey has shown what happens when people search for health symptoms online.
Man who could scramble free range egg labelling
There are concerns the ACCC's action on accurate free range egg labelling could change with the installing of a former farming lobbyist as commissioner.
When sex is a pain
Doctors are advised to ask women about sexual problems before they get worse.
Service for domestic violence victims to be cut
The Baird government has been accused of reneging on a promise to restore funding to a domestic violence support service it concedes is "crucial" for women as they go to court.
Call for inquiry into dump at Mangrove Mountain
The systems are manifestly inadequate.
'Extinct' eastern quoll - an exciting discovery
Hope springs for survival of "cutest animal" in mainland Australia.
Just when you thought it was safe to picnic ...
Forget drop bears. Giant nuts are falling from trees across Sydney.
Desk standing is like 'training for a marathon'
Standing at your desk can be a hazard if not done properly, a new study shows.
Herald apologises to 78ers
Discrimination towards gay rights protesters at the hands of police, government and media in 1978 was wrong and unjust, the Herald acknowledges.
The Top 10 Easter Showbags revealed
One particular showbag is set to dominate at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.