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Newcastle man charged with murder, faces court over baby boy's 'horrific' death

Police are describing a deceased baby boy's injuries as 'horrific' and 'horrendous' following his death on Sunday. A 28-year-old man has been charged with murder and reckless grievous bodily harm.





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The end could be in sight for obstetric fistula, a devastating childbirth injury

Two regional Australian doctors are at the forefront of an international effort to eliminate a horrendous childbirth injury, and say they could succeed within a decade.




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Central Coast Mariners hit rock bottom, searching for their sixth coach in five seasons after 8-2 loss

The Central Coast Mariners have won one game from 21 starts and sacked their coach. The days of Usain Bolt's ill-fated trial with the team seem a lifetime ago, but are we still seeing the effects?




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Alen Stajcic puts Matildas sacking to the side as he joins A-League's Central Coast Mariners

Alen Stajcic vows to leave the baggage from his controversial Matildas axing at the door, as he takes on the role of caretaker coach at A-League strugglers Central Coast Mariners.




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Central Coast stabbing leaves shopkeeper fighting for his life, four adults remain on the run

A man in his 40s is in a critical condition, and four people are on the run, after a "horrific" stabbing in a convenience store on the NSW Central Coast.



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From eco activists to anarchist allies, Quakers are redefining what it means to be Christian

The Quaker religion was founded on political protest. Today its followers are keeping that tradition alive from nannas knitting against gas to American farmers saving refugees.




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Harriet Wran, daughter of former NSW premier, placed on community corrections order

The daughter of former NSW premier Neville Wran avoids jail after pleading guilty to carrying ice in early April, two years after she was released for her role in the murder of a Sydney drug dealer.






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Raiders thrash Dragons 36-14 after Parramatta and Cowboys post NRL wins

The Raiders outclass the Dragons in Wollongong, as the Eels beat the Tigers to spoil Benji Marshall's 300th NRL match, and the Cowboys enjoy a narrow triumph over the Roosters.




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Country music star Felicity Urquhart returns to the stage after husband Glen Hannah's suicide

Felicity Urquhart was meant to be celebrating her first solo album Frozen Rabbit with her husband Glen Hannah, but a month after its release, he took his own life.




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Sydney news: Bushfire brought under control, juveniles charged over riot

MORNING BRIEFING: A bushfire that threatened homes near Newcastle last night is brought under control, and nine detainees at a juvenile detention centre are charged over a June riot.




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Murder victim Danielle Easey's father speaks outside Newcastle court, hopes to face accused

The father of murder victim Danielle Easey says he is waiting to come face-to-face with the man accused of the violent death of his daughter whose body was found wrapped in plastic and dumped in a Newcastle creek.







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Koori Knockout 2019 sees 30,000 footy players and fans descend on Central Coast

As a place to glimpse the next generation of stars and one of the biggest events on the Indigenous calendar, the Koori Knockout features some of the fastest, most exciting rugby league in the country.




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A-League 2019-20 season preview: What to expect from the upcoming season

The A-League is back, with a brand new team and a whole host of new players. Check out our comprehensive preview ahead of the season kick-off.




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Melbourne Victory, City play out goalless draw, Western Sydney Wanderers rally to beat Central Coast Mariners 2-1

The Melbourne derby ends in a scoreless draw as the Victory host City at Docklands in the opening round of the A-League, while the Wanderers celebrate a 2-1 triumph over the Mariners at their new home ground.




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Central Coast aged care homes close their doors, citing resources, 'new quality standards'

The sudden closure of two aged care facilities on the New South Wales Central Coast has renewed concerns about the financial viability of Australias private aged care sector.








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Man who allegedly threatened police with an axe shot dead on the Central Coast

NSW Police says officers were called to a house in Erina last night in response to a domestic dispute between neighbours and found flames coming from the window.





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Central coast teenagers seriously injured after allegedly being struck by drunk ride-share driver

A ride-share driver is charged with dangerous driving occasioning grievous bodily harm after he allegedly ran down a group of teenagers while under the influence of alcohol on the central coast in the early hours of the morning.




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Rideshare safety concerns with 'lifts for cash' offered on social media

Taxis and the rideshare industry warn of the dangers of underground "lifts for cash" advertised on social media.




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Kangaroos account for 90 per cent of crashes involving animals in NSW, so what do you do if you hit a roo?

For most drivers, hitting a kangaroo can be a terrifying experience. But if the animal is still alive, the next steps you take can be the most important.






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Nazi memorabilia auction in Western Australian city condemned as 'morally repugnant' by Jewish group

Private collectors snap up dozens of artefacts from the Third Reich at an auction, showing the popularity and value of Nazi military memorabilia is on the rise.




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Missing Illawarra man Gary Pearce confirmed dead

Extensive DNA testing has confirmed a body found in a burnt-out car in NSW's south-west is that of missing Illawarra man, Gary Pearce.




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Sydney's iconic Sirius building sold to developers for $150 million

Sydney's iconic Sirius building is sold for $150 million to developers who plan to refurbish the existing building and deliver 89 apartments, along with retail and commercial spaces.



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15-year-old American qualifier Cori Gauff defeats Venus Williams in first round

Fifteen-year-old American qualifier Cori Gauff caused a stunning Wimbledon upset by defeating five-time champion Venus Williams in the first round.




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15-year-old American qualifier Cori Gauff defeats Venus Williams in first round

Fifteen-year-old American qualifier Cori Gauff caused a stunning Wimbledon upset by defeating five-time champion Venus Williams in the first round.




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How Royal scandal of Edward and Wallis jeopardised CWA cookbook

When speculation grew that a reigning British monarch would step down from the throne, it jeopardised the publication of a cookbook organised by one of Australia's largest community associations.





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Sheet Of Bark had vital role in colonial settlement of inland New South Wales

Little remains at Sheet Of Bark, but this colonial-era horse stopover played a vital role in the settlement of inland New South Wales.




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Baz Luhrmann's Elvis movie could star a 23-year-old law student from Townsville

Brody Finlay hadn't auditioned for Baz Luhrmann's next project, and was surprised when the director's office contacted him.




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Australia's competitive rabbit hoppers aim for new heights in international competition

The niche sport, which puts leads on rabbits to guide them through horse-jumping-style events, is growing in popularity and it is hoped may soon reach an elite level.




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Country Press Australia and Deakin University study into regional news decline

The largest study of country newspapers ever undertaken in Australia is hoping to develop sustainable models that can help the declining regional media landscape survive into the future.




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Mandatory pain relief for mulesing in Victoria looks set to become a reality

Industry groups estimate a majority of sheep farmers are using pain relief when mulesing stock, but Victoria looks set to become the first state to make the practice mandatory.




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Baseballs embedded with screws used in bomb that killed greyhound trainer, court hears

John Burrows died at his mother's garage in Portland near Lithgow in 2015, with a bomb expert telling his murder trial he had never seen a device like the one used to kill the 58-year-old.




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Apollo 11: Off course and low on fuel, heart rate data reveals the tension of the first Moon landing

With just seconds to go before running out of fuel and unknown alarms going off, Neil Armstrong's heartrate began to skyrocket.