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Man charged after allegedly stabbing woman known to him at Leeton, in southern New South Wales
A man has been charged after allegedly stabbing a woman known to him in southern New South Wales. About 6:30pm on Thursday, NSW Police were called to a home at Leeton in the state's Riverina region after receiving reports a woman had been injured at the premises. When officers arrived they were told by a person at the house that the 42-year-old woman had allegedly been stabbed multiple times in the head and torso with a kitchen knife by a man known to her.
Junee inmate died after waiting 305 days for mental health help, coroner finds
A 305-day wait for mental health support likely contributed to the death of an inmate in his cell in a New South Wales prison, a coroner has found. Alexander Gavranic arrived at Junee Correctional Centre on June 22, 2021, and requested a mental health screening during his initial examination. He was placed on a waitlist to see a mental health nurse in April 2022, buttook his own life in his cellon February 5, 2023, without having received an assessment.
Runner finishes Melbourne Marathon pushing cousin with juvenile Huntington's in wheelchair
Runner Nick Morrison completed the 2026 Melbourne Marathon while pushing his cousin around the circuit with him. Toby Holt was diagnosed with juvenile Huntington's disease four years ago and his family now make it a priority to bring him once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Mr Morrison hopes these opportunities with his cousin will spread awareness and raise funds for research.
Inquest hears Junee jail will not increase staff following prisoner transfer from Goulburn prison
The governor of Junee jail has told an inquest that inmates will be moved to Junee from Goulburn this week, but extra staff will not follow any time soon. The inquest is examining the circumstances of the death of inmate Alexander Gavranic at the prison in 2023. Coroner Lee will hand down his findings next month. The head of a southern New South Wales jail has told an inquest there are no plans for more staff, despite his centre taking another 100 inmates from Goulburn.
Hume Highway partially closed at Breadalbane after fiery truck crash
A driver is missing after a fiery crash on the Hume Highway this morning. Emergency services were called to Breadalbane, about 32 kilometres south-west of Goulburn, just after 4am. NSW Police say a road train and a B-double truck were involved in the crash, which temporarily closed the main road route between Sydney and Melbourne.
Urana residents welcome new supermarket after four years without
The promise of a good, soaking rain is usually enough to put a smile on faces in the New South Wales region of Riverina, known as Australia's food bowl. But last week people in the region's town of Urana had another reason to grin from ear to ear. After more than four years of living in a food desert after the town's only supermarket burnt down, shoppers lined up at 8am to be the first through the door of a new store where they could buy groceries close to home.
Move-on orders issued to people in Wagga Wagga homeless camp
Homeless people at a park in Wagga Wagga have been given less than two weeks to leave as part of a NSW government-led plan to address the city's homelessness crisis. It comes almost two months after the death of an infant at an encampment along Wagga's riverbank that sparked a push from the community to address the crisis. JJ, who has asked to remain anonymous, has lived at the park for just over a year and is at a loss for what to do next.
Wagga Wagga man fined for selling horse meat to greyhound trainers
A man has been fined $12,000 for illegally selling up to 19 tonnes of horse meat to greyhound trainers in NSW and Victoria. Adrian Talbot was charged after an inspection of his Downside property, north of Wagga Wagga, more than two years ago. He was accused of operating a knackery and pet food van without a license, as well as failing to adhere to the Australian Standard for the Hygienic Production of Pet Meat.
Man charged with affray after school bus fight in southern NSW
A 52-year-old man has been refused bail after a fight on a school bus between Wagga Wagga and Junee. Students travelling home on Friday afternoon witnessed a 61-year-old man being assaulted by another man. Some parents and residents say alternative arrangements should be made for adults catching the bus rather than sharing with school-aged children. Children travelling home from school in southern New South Wales have been left shaken after witnessing a fight on a school bus between two adults.
Man charged with affray after school bus fight in southern NSW
8 hours ago "Everyone's really upset mum - loads of them have got their own YouTube channels." That was my 12-year-old son's summary of how the news about the social media ban for UK under-16s went down in his classroom. Exactly how a bunch of 12-year olds might have ended up with their own channels in the first …
Cootamundra community turns out in force for Nate's 10th birthday
When Sarah Tattam was planning her son's 10th birthday, she was nervous about how it would go. "We were on the drive to school and talking about a birthday party," she said. "[Nate] was sitting there in the back seat and said no-one would come." Nate Tattam lives with his mother, sisters Angelina and Jordan, and their grandmother in Cootamundra in southern New South Wales.
Vietnam War Battle of Coral–Balmoral memorial unveiled in Gundagai
When Stan Barrett thinks back to his time in Vietnam, his mate Richard Norden is always front of mind. "For what Dick done that day, if you weren't there and didn't see it, you wouldn't believe it," he said. While fighting in the Battle of Coral–Balmoral, Mr Barrett witnessed an act of bravery from his comrade Richard Norden, who was later awarded the Victoria Cross, during an ambush by the North Vietnamese People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN) soldiers.
NSW Police appealing for help to solve 'suspicious' December 2025 gunshot death in Temora
New South Wales Police has released CCTV footage of an 18-year-old man shortly before his body was found on a Wagga Wagga road late last year. On December 7, 2025, police were called to Ashelford Street, Temora, near the intersection of Golf Club Road, just before 6am after a report of a body on the road. When police arrived, they found the body of Rhyce Smith about 200 metres from a drainpipe, with a gunshot wound to his head and a firearm located nearby.
One Nation defends campaign corflutes supporting Ben Roberts-Smith in Farrer by-election campaign
One Nation corflutes expressing support of alleged war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith, have been erected outside of pre-polling booths across southern NSW, ahead of this weekend's Farrer by-election. The signage contains a photo of Mr Roberts-Smith in service dress beneath the words: "He fought for us.
NSW Fair Trading issues hundreds of fines to petrol stations in breach of pricing rules
More than 200 New South Wales petrol stations have been fined for breaching fuel transparency regulations. Fair Trading inspectors have visited more than 2.300 sites since March, with more than 70 per cent of the 210 fines issued in regional areas. NSW Minister for Better Regulation and Fair Trading Anoulack Chanthivong said the government was committed to making sure communities were protected from unethical business practices.
Program: What's it like being a bugler on ANZAC Day?
Jess Scully: At the foot of the snowy mountains on a cool, drizzly day, the stillness at Tumut Cemetery is cut by the sound of a familiar, but stirring tune. Adam Farquharson is here most days, but even the days he is away from his southern NSW home, the ritual is the same. Adam Farquharson : Once I get to the grave, I stand there at attention, play the last post, recite the ode, play Reveille, then I just wander off.
Bugler plays in more than 100 cemeteries to be pitch perfect for Anzac Day
At the foot of the Snowy Mountains on a cool, drizzly day, the stillness at Tumut cemetery is cut by the sound of a familiar and stirring tune. Bugler Adam Farquharson is serenading the graves of veterans with the Last Post — something he does at a different grave, every day. Despite playing the song thousands of times, Adam still gets nervous every Anzac Day, when he is asked to play. "Without a lie — you don't really know how it's going to go until you finish," he said.
Program: What's it like being a bugler on ANZAC Day?
Every Anzac Day, the last post rings out at ceremonies across the country, followed by the words "lest we forget". But Bugler Adam Farquarson, whose father was a Vietnam veteran, plays the last post every day - this Anzac Day he will have played 815 days in a row.
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Nationals select former military commander Brad Robertson to contest Farrer
Members of the National Party's Farrer branch have selected former military commander Brad Robertson to contest the upcoming by-election. The seat had been held by former Liberal leader Sussan Ley for 25 years until she resigned as the local member. The Nationals met in Griffith on Sunday to preselect their candidate for the seat, which will also be contested by the Liberals, One Nation and a high-profile independent. Four nominees put their hand up and Mr Robertson was selected by the party room.
Tumut's dream to grow nation's biggest pumpkins can't be squashed
When Mark Peacock grew a Royal Easter Show-winning 407-kilogram pumpkin in 2024, he inspired his community in the NSW Snowy Mountains town of Tumut to take their gardening to a whole new level. "We [thought we] should make this the giant pumpkin capital of Australia," Tumut Show secretary Margaret Hillier said. "So that's what we're working on." The show, which has been running for 151 years, has now created a new category in its produce section.
Community Emergency Response Team volunteer paramedics fill care gap
In rural and regional communities, the wait for an ambulance can be anxious and lengthy. Living in a place where crews are in high demand and short supply can mean the difference between life and death. But in eight communities across NSW, volunteers have undertaken training to become part of a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), a volunteer squad that can respond to first aid emergencies. "[I] think about it as first aid, but on steroids," CERT volunteer Kathleen Sneddon said.
Authorities warn NSW residents to stay vigilant as heatwave draws on
As parts of western and south-western New South Wales enter their sixth day of temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius, authorities are urging people not to become complacent. Central and western NSW are expected to swelter through temperatures in the low to high 40s today. Extreme heatwave warnings are in place around the Snowy Mountains and western parts of the state. A severe heatwave warning has been issued for the South Coast, Central and Southern Tablelands, Central West and the Riverina.
Tumbarumba Rodeo celebrates 80 years of bulls, broncos, thrills and spills
Nestled in the foothills of Australia's Snowy Mountains, deep in the bush, the air in Tumbarumba still feels a little crisp as the gates to the town's biggest event of the year swing open. A reprieve from the sweltering Aussie summer is part of the appeal for cowboys and cowgirls who have arrived for the bulls, broncos, and beverages with old friends at the 80th Tumbarumba Rodeo.
Barb dedicated her life to The Rock, now its residents are returning the favour
Barb Payne takes great pride in her immaculate yard, spotless living room adorned with photos of cherished loved ones, and ensuring anyone who walks through the door is treated to a cuppa. At 85, she has spent decades in this home she once shared with her late husband at The Rock, in southern New South Wales. "I'm very independent.
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Toby Holt was diagnosed with juvenile Huntington's disease at 16 years old. The disease is taking away his ability to walk and talk but thanks to a push from his cousin, he has just completed a marathon.
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