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Accused nursing home rapist hit with murder charge

A man who allegedly sexually assaulted an elderly woman in an aged-care home has had his charges upgraded to murder a year after her death.

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State Opposition loses second high-profile MP in days

The NSW coalition has been hit by losing a senior MP for the second time within days while the Nationals waste no time electing a new deputy leader.

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No charge upgrade yet for accused nursing home rapist

A 90-year-old woman who died after allegedly being raped had been a private person, as was her family who did not want her name revealed, a magistrate said.

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Accused nursing home sex attacker's criminal past revealed in parliament

The alleged victim, 90, died earlier this week.

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Accused nursing home rapist jailed for similar crime

A NSW politician has used parliamentary privilege to claim a nursing home resident's alleged rapist was previously jailed over a similar crime.

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The Scott Morrison factor: could a federal seat shape the race for the NSW Liberal leadership?

Mark Speakman is seen as a frontrunner for opposition leader, but he is said to be weighing a move to Canberra

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Former deputy premier Paul Toole survives NSW Nationals leadership challenge

Former deputy premier Paul Toole wins the vote eight to seven, with one informal vote, against Dubbo MP Dugald Saunders.

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Disasters put unique strain on mental health services

Following Lifeline's busiest day ever at the beginning of this year, NSW political candidates have been grilled about new pressures affecting mental health.

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Coalition's $102m election promise for Scone hospital

It is the largest campaign promise in the Hunter so far.

Newcastle Herald

NSW Minister intervenes in lease spat between Orange's local health district and volunteer-run O'Brien Centre

Mental Health Minister Bronnie Taylor has "directed" the Western NSW Local Health District to enter mediation with the 23-year-old, volunteer-run O'Brien Centre over a lease agreement.

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New ambulance station for Hunter as demand soars

Edgeworth will be home to a new ambulance station as part of a record $1.76 billion spend to boost frontline emergency care, according to the state Liberal government.

Newcastle Herald

Regional, rural hospital parking to go free if NSW government re-elected

Making the promise on Wednesday, Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the change would make life more affordable in the regions.

Newcastle Herald

Doing what matters to protect the local news you trust

The 'elegant way' to support the local news serving communities across NSW

Newcastle Herald

Dominic Perrottet defends appointment of Liberal donor brother of Angus Taylor to NSW body

Exclusive: Party treasurer Charlie Taylor has attended fundraisers hosted by the minister who appointed him

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Federal health minister asked to explain why GP single-employer model started in New South Wales but expanded in Tasmania

A New South Wales minister says it "absolutely beggars belief" that a federal program to assist with GP recruitment trialled in the state is being expanded to Tasmania — but not to other NSW regions.

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NSW rural stroke patients offered a new lifeline

Australians living in remote NSW who suffer a stroke now have access to a life-saving service that connects rural hospitals with brain specialists in the city.

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Baby bonus to help families grow with IVF

NSW women trying to fall pregnant through IVF treatment can claim a $2000 rebate as part of the government's family-friendly focus.

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Friendly faces to help NSW tree changers

Teachers, police and other tree-changing public workers will be matched with local experts to help them adjust to life in the regions, under a NSW initiative.

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GP fury over NSW pharmacy 'game-changer'

General practitioners are furious with the NSW government expanding the authority of pharmacists to give vaccinations and prescribe some drugs.

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New approach to suicide prevention in NSW

The NSW government is shifting its approach to suicide prevention with a five-year plan focusing on people and communities, early intervention and aftercare.

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Independent MP Helen Dalton claims New South Wales parliament a 'toxic' place for women

Independent MP Helen Dalton condemns a male MP for saying she should be "clocked" during a debate two weeks ago, adding that the New South Wales parliament is "toxic" for women.

Newcastle Herald

Maitland nurses burnt out, overworked but refusing to give up the fight for ratios

They're burnt out, overworked and at the end of their tether - but Maitland nurses still have some fight in them yet.

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Griffith Base Hospital becomes leader in breast cancer surgery technology using metallic seeds

A hospital in the NSW Riverina has become a state leader by pioneering breast cancer surgeries that promise to be less invasive.

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Bold plan to address 'childcare deserts'

The NSW government has promised to spend $5 billion over the next decade to make child care more accessible and affordable.

Newcastle Herald

First in NSW: Take a look at the $13 million eating disorder centre planned for Newcastle

First of its kind in NSW: Here's what Charlestown's eating disorder centre will look like.

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