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Rebels bikie sentenced to 34 years in jail for murder of man over rare motorbike

The judge describes it as a murder "on a whim" as Rebels motorcycle club member John Richard Weston is sentenced to 34 years in jail for killing a man over a rare motorbike.




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Perth Glory grab their first win of season over Central Coast, Newcastle take the points over Brisbane

Perth Glory get their first win of the season against the Mariners after Newcastle Jets beat Brisbane in a controversial game at Lang Park.




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NSW local governments using new project to better plan for natural disasters

Natural disasters can have devastating effects on communities, with the ensuing financial and psychological pain taking years to ease, but being prepared can reduce the impact.




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Mariners draw 1-1 with Melbourne Victory, Newcastle Jets held by Wanderers: A-League scores and stats

Sunday proves to be a day of A-League score draws as the Mariners hold Victory to a 1-1 draw after the Jets and Wanderers battle it out for the same scoreline.





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Principal threatens to run alternative schools illegally despite non-compliance report

The principal of three alternative schools in New South Wales says she will run them illegally if she is forced to close following a scathing report into their compliance.




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Greater Sydney and NSW public transport undergo state's 'largest' timetable overhaul ever

Check your public transport timetable before leaving the house this week in Sydney and NSW as more than 9,000 new weekly train, bus and ferry services launch for the Greater Sydney network.




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Boost for palliative care industry in regional NSW

The NSW Government allocates $3 million to fund nine new palliative care specialists in health districts across regional NSW.




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Central Coast Mariners, Western Sydney Wanderers play controversial clash, Newcastle Jets beat Adelaide United, Perth Glory beats Phoenix

The Video Assistant Referee has again been a focal point as the Western Sydney Wanderers recorded a 2-0 win over nine-man Central Coast Mariners.




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Richard Hinds: Review systems have benefitted other sports so why not football?

Review systems in sport are always controversial but Central Coast Mariners' coach Paul Okon's broadside against the Video Assistant Referee this weekend should not be dismissed out of hand, Richard Hinds writes.




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Ally the Alligator puts up big fight as Australian Reptile Park takes eggs out of summer heat

It takes eight wranglers to force a 200 kilogram alligator in its most aggressive state away from a well-guarded nest of eggs, but they need to be taken to ensure their survival.




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Central Coast Mariners and Wellington Phoenix draw 0-0 in Gosford to end 2017

Neither side really looked like scoring in a dour New Year's Eve contest leaving the Wellington Phoenix last and the Central Coast Mariners in eighth.




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Fireworks spray into Terrigal beach crowd




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Two injured, thousands evacuated after barge carrying fireworks catches fire off Terrigal beach

Two men are injured and thousands forced to evacuate after a barge catches fire during a New Year's Eve fireworks display at Terrigal Beach, on the New South Wales central coast.





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Sydney train strike means no rail transport and 'roadways will be a mess', minister says

Transport Minister Andrew Constance admits it will be impossible to find alternatives to move more than 1 million passengers on Sydney's train strike day.




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Sydney and NSW train workers to go on 24-hour strike

In what's being described as an "extraordinary" move, train workers in New South Wales plan to strike for 24 hours later in the month, potentially plunging the struggling Sydney rail network into further chaos.




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Wallarah coal mine approved despite widespread fears for water supply

A highly contentious underground coal mine on the New South Wales Central Coast has been given the go-ahead, despite an election "guarantee" against coal mining in the region.




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NSW Train workers to strike after Sydney Trains fails to resolve pay dispute

No agreement is reached to avert the planned train strike at the end of this month, despite four hours of negotiations between Sydney Trains and unions.




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Sydney and NSW train strike still on the cards despite Transport Minister, union talks improving

The tone of talks may have improved, but a pay deal is yet to be thrashed out ahead of a planned rail strike that will cause commuter chaos later this month.




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Music and magical moments at Tamworth Country Music Festival 2018

Tamworth's population doubles as country music lovers move in at festival time.






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Surfing masterclass for children with visual impairment gives a sense of freedom

Visually impaired children at a surfing event in the NSW Hunter region are encouraged to get into sports and not let their disability hold them back.




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Wout Brama awaits fate for 'disgusting' tackle on Corey Gameiro in A-League clash between Mariners and Roar

Central Coast Mariners midfielder Wout Brama faces a nervous wait for the A-League match review panel to ponder his horrible tackle which left Brisbane Roar forward Corey Gameiro in tears.




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Wout Brama gets two-match ban for 'disgusting' tackle on Brisbane Roar's Corey Gameiro

Central Coast Mariners midfielder Wout Brama is let off with a two-match ban for his tackle that left Brisbane Roar forward Corey Gameiro in tears.




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Drug and alcohol rehabilitation will work better if families are involved, experts say

For Edward Daly, who was at a rehab centre on the NSW Central Coast to get over his ice, alcohol and gambling addictions, having his partner involved in his recovery made all the difference.




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Sydney housing crisis puts essential services under pressure as workers leave city

Sydney has lost nearly 20 per cent of its essential workers in the past decade because of the city's housing affordability crisis, a report finds.




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Road rage incident ends in good behaviour bond for man who punched woman

Footage of the man punching a 21-year-old woman in the face was viewed thousands of times on social media and led to the motorist being handed a good behaviour bond and a $900 fine.



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Fatal crash between truck and ute on M1 Motorway at Mt White causes traffic chaos

Commuters can expect long delays heading north from Sydney on the M1, with two lanes closed and traffic stretching back 21 kilometres after a man died in a crash between a ute and semi-trailer at Mt White, north of Sydney.



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Beef Australia 2018: What lies ahead for the industry as 'locavores' and digital disruption loom closer

The sizzle of a steak on a barbecue may soon sound a little different as Australia's $16.8 billion beef industry prepares to adapt to demands from 'locavores' and technological change.




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Education key to getting more women into agriculture says former governor-general Dame Quentin Bryce

Drawing on her own experience growing up in rural Queensland's Ilfracombe, Dame Quentin Bryce says the role of women in agriculture has come a long way.




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Big plans for the future




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Penrith Panthers thrash St George Illawarra Dragons, as Sydney Roosters and Rabbitohs post NRL victories

Penrith brings down competition leaders St George Illawarra to the tune of 28-2, while the Sydney Roosters and Rabbitohs both record convincing wins.





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Whale census shows healthy humpback population migrating north

Whale watchers spot hundreds of humpbacks, with the population looking healthy, on annual migration census day.




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Juror's bullying claim prompts warning by judge in case involving doctor accused of sexual assault

A District Court judge warns jurors deliberating in the trial of a Newcastle doctor not to bully each other as they deliberate on dozens of sexual abuse allegations.





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The woman behind the smiles: Tricia Fortier's mission to fund the Clown Doctors

Tricia Fortier remembers two things about the time her granddaughter Marlei was in hospital: worrying and smiling. Now she's made it her mission to bring more laughs to her local hospital.




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Orange peel fodder a zesty addition to keep cattle alive during drought

A farmer near Gunnedah is feeding his cattle orange peel, donated by a juice factory, in a bid to keep them alive as the drought wears on.




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ACCC eyes processor McCain Foods over allegations of 'misleading or deceptive' dealings with growers

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is investigating allegations of unconscionable conduct towards growers by one of the country's major vegetable processors.




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Create NSW funding cutbacks affect regional touring capacity for major arts companies

Some of Australia's most prestigious arts companies Bangarra, Australian Theatre for Young People and Australian Chamber Orchestra have cancelled tours to regional New South Wales, after the state's arts funding agency delivered the lowest funding round in its history.




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Woy Woy bowling club property deal referred to Independent Commission Against Corruption

The sale of government land on the New South Wales central coast waterfront for the bargain price of $38,000 has locals up in arms and prompted Greens MP David Shoebridge to refer the matter to the Independent Commission Against Corruption.



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Usain Bolt to be given plenty of time to prove his A-League worth at Central Coast Mariners

The eight-time Olympic gold medallist did not set the world alight at his first training session, but will be given all the time he needs to prove himself from Mariners coach Mike Mulvey.




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Usain Bolt and the Central Coast Mariners is it more than a marketing stunt?

The union between a struggling football club and one of the world's greatest Olympic athletes comes from way outside the box, but each party brings to the table what the other desperately desires, writes Tracey Holmes.




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Usain Bolt's debut for the Central Coast Mariners won't silence the doubters, but the Jamaican remains focussed

The former fastest-man-in-the-world makes his professional football debut for the Central Coast, but in 19 minutes he wasn't able to make much of an impact.




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Liberal MP backs fishing community over Premier's plans for NSW marine park

A Berejiklian Government MP has revolted against his own party's policy, backing his "local fishing community" over his Government's plan to introduce 25 new marine park sites across the state.




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Healthy dose of laughter prescribed by clown doctors in Outback Australia

Clown doctors in Outback Australia medicate paediatric patients with a regular dose of humour.




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Usain Bolt to stay in Gosford, Mariners coach Mike Mulvey more interested in Roar game than contract talks

Usain Bolt has turned down a two-year deal to play in Europe, but that won't make Mike Mulvey and the Central Coast Mariners rush into offering the eight-time Olympic champion a deal.