The T-bone steak has been purchased. And a new pair of pyjamas. And a hot bath awaits. Hear Kathleen Folbigg’s friend on the plans for her release - when justice finally happens. Via

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The steadfast friend and her twenty year battle to prove Kathleen Folbigg's innocence - ABC Sydney

A T-bone steak, a new pair of pyjamas, and a proper mattress. Kathleen Folbigg's childhood friend prepares

Today on Drive:

and

for the Sydney Comedy Fest, plus Andrew Wilkie on whether gambling companies should be subject to "proceeds of crime" rules. Oh, and how often should you change jobs with

Legalise Cannabis Party secures first seat in NSW upper house

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Liberals secure final upper house spot as makeup of next NSW parliament revealed

The makeup of the NSW upper house is finalised almost a month after Chris Minns swept to power at the NSW state election.

Keen to head to SXSW Sydney in October? Interested in hearing some of Australia’s leading experts discuss the future of journalism, the role of AI, and more? The ABC has submitted a range of sessions that you can vote for.

Government calls for Mark Latham to apologise for homophobic tweets

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Government calls for Mark Latham to apologise after lack of remorse for homophobic tweets

After going to ground on Friday amid calls to apologise, One Nation NSW leader Mark Latham went on another Twitter tirade this morning where he gave no indication he would back down.

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Mar 29

Aged care worker accused of stealing resident's debit card to fund lifestyle after 73yo died

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Aged care worker accused of stealing resident's debit card to fund lifestyle after 73yo died

Police allege Sione Kula stole a debit card belonging to an aged care resident before using it to pay for food, clothing, cigarettes, streaming services and public transport.

The last episode of Matters of State for NSW 23! Majority? Or Minority?

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to look at how

has formed government. And how did the Greens, indies and PHON go? abc.net.au/radio/programs #NSWpol #NSWVotes #NSWVotes2023

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NSW 05 – How Chris Minns and Labor won the NSW election - ABC Radio

Chris Minns has been sworn in as the 47th NSW Premier, but his government will likely need to work with the crossbench, with Labor now looking like it may not get an outright majority in the lower...

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 28

NSW Greens call on Labor to close historic coal mine

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NSW Greens call on Labor to close historic coal mine

The NSW Greens will push the new Labor government to close a major coal mine that has been operating in the northern Illawarra since 1887.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 28

'You are wildly mistaken': Greens senator skewered over national security on Q+A

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'You are wildly mistaken': Greens senator skewered over national security on Q+A

The former secretary of the US Navy and South Australia's premier take Greens Senator Jordon Steele-John to task over him questioning Australia's relationship with the USA and the AUKUS agreement.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 28

The butterfly is back: How Gen Z have reimagined the Y2K trend

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The butterfly is back: How Gen Z have reimagined the Y2K trend - ABC Everyday

The butterfly was once known as outdated noughties cringe, but the style has been reclaimed by Gen Z in a big way.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 28

Australian banks are boring, scrutinised … and safe, says APRA boss

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Australian banks are boring, scrutinised … and safe, says APRA boss

In his first public speech, the chair of bank, insurance and super regulator APRA moves to reassure Australians that our banks are safe amid the recent turmoil on global financial markets.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 28

'He was being untruthful': Bid to extend restrictions on Charlie Teo's medical licence

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Neurosurgeon Charlie Teo not a credible witness, disciplinary hearing told

The Health Care Complaints Commission is attempting to extend the restrictions on Charlie Teo's medical licence, claiming the neurosurgeon isn't credible and has changed his evidence throughout...

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 25

How Sydney's west turned red, and helped Labor romp to power

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How Sydney's west turned red, and helped Labor romp to power

Labor can, in part, thank Sydney's west for its surge to form majority government for the first time in 12 years, after reclaiming several seats in the area.

ABC Sydney

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Mar 25

BREAKING: The ABC projects that the Labor Party will form government in New South Wales. Chris Minns will be the 47th Premier of the state after leading his party to an election win after 12 years in opposition. Follow our live blog for updates: ab.co/42HYbw8

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Mar 25

It’s finally here, election night. Come join

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and

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on ABC Radio Sydney talk to their expert panel about all the latest election updates and insights. Tune in now:

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Listen live, whenever you want, wherever you are with ABC Sydney.

Sorting out the blue ones for ⁦

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It's not all about western Sydney ... the regions matter

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Mar 15

How will regional NSW vote this election?

@kelfuller joins @sarahvmac and @AshleighRaper to talk koala wars, brumbies, fires and floods. abc.net.au/radio/programs #nswpol #nswvotes #auspol

How will regional NSW vote this election? 🗳️

@kelfuller

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@AshleighRaper

to talk koala wars, brumbies, fires and floods. abc.net.au/radio/programs #nswpol #nswvotes #auspol

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NSW 03 – Koala wars, brumbies and regional NSW - ABC Radio

This election's about more than just Sydney. ABC Illawarra reporter Kelly Fuller joins Sarah Macdonald and Ashleigh Raper to analyse the key issues in regional NSW.

ABC Sydney

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Mar 10

NRL boss stops short of guaranteeing lifetime ban for fan who racially abused Latrell Mitchell

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NRL boss stops short of guaranteeing lifetime ban for fan who racially abused Latrell Mitchell

NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo has vowed to sanction and educate the fan who racially abused Latrell Mitchell but stopped short of guaranteeing a lifetime ban.

ABC Sydney

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Mar 8

Sydney Trains rules out cyber attack after total network shutdown

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NSW Premier asks for fare-free day after commuters left stranded by rail shutdown

Some commuters experienced delays up to four hours, while others had to pay for accommodation in the city, after trains ground to a halt on Wednesday afternoon.

This week it’s all about the leaders on Matters of State.

@DrAndyMarks

joins

@AshleighRaper

and

@sarahvmac

to investigate the real Dominic Perrottet and Chris Minns. But who will become NSW Premier? abc.net.au/radio/programs #nswpol #nswvotes #auspol

@westernsydneyu

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NSW 02 — Who are Dominic Perrottet and Chris Minns? - ABC Radio

It's been a very 'presidential' NSW election campaign so far. But who are the major party leaders? Professor Andy Marks, Director of the Centre for Western Sydney and Pro Vice-Chancellor of Western...

UN Women chief says International Women's Day message being 'undermined' by website

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Marketing agency accused of 'undermining' International Women's Day with alternative 'embrace...

Many corporate events and a website proclaim the theme for Wednesday is "embrace equity", which differs to the UN-sanctioned version that focuses on technology.

ABC Sydney

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Mar 7

Meet DAN — ChatGPT's unethical, rule-breaking alter ego

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Are chatbots good or evil? ChatGPT users broke the program and created a monster named DAN

What do you get when you jailbreak ChatGPT? DAN, a chatbot who is willing to answer all your questions — even unethical ones.

ABC Sydney

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Mar 7

Rare leatherback turtle found dead at popular beach north of Sydney

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Rare leatherback turtle found dead at popular beach north of Sydney

Wildlife experts are investigating how a rare sea turtle died, after it was found washed ashore.

ABC Sydney

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Mar 5

Sydney set to sizzle with hottest day in two years predicted as heatwave scorches state

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Sydney swelters in hottest day for more than two years as Penrith hits 40.1C

As Sydney, Wollongong and Newcastle experience their hottest day for two years, Penrith in the city's west reaches 40.1C

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 5

If you'd rather text than call, 'the phone lady' has some advice for you

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If you'd rather text than call, 'the phone lady' has some advice for you

These professionals say we have a lot to lose when we hide behind our screens — at work or at home.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 5

The prominent independent vowing to make pokies cashless — even if Labor wins NSW election

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The independents that could hold the key to the NSW election

Alex Greenwich is adamant the state will have cashless gaming regardless of which party wins and, as the likely kingmaker in the event of a hung parliament, he could be right.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 5

Simon is back on shop floor after struggling to get junior mechanics to help run Sydney business

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Simon is back on shop floor after struggling to get junior mechanics to help run Sydney business

Both major parties need to do more to help with the current skills shortage, especially among young unemployed people in Western Sydney, the small business peak body says.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 4

A sea of colour as WorldPride takes over Sydney Harbour Bridge

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Marriage proposals and an emotional pilgrimage amid a sea of colour for WorldPride

Thousands make their way across the Sydney Harbour Bridge in a triumphant wave to mark the last day of the WorldPride festival, as marchers demand equality for all LGBTQI+ people around the world.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 4

Music Conversion: Boogie Woogie

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Music Conversion: Boogie Woogie - ABC Radio

Boogie woogie piano player Ben Waters shares his favourite boogie woogie tracks with Suzanne Hill.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 4

A woman on Youth Allowance ended up with $8,000 debt. Do buy now, pay later companies do enough to protect young people?

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Woman on Youth Allowance has $8,000 debt. Do buy now, pay later companies protect young people...

Some estimates say 60 per cent of buy now, pay later (BNPL) users are aged under 35, but academics say the service has too few compliance checks and protections for young people.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 4

Labor's pledge for mega koala park in south-west Sydney welcomed by conservation groups

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Labor's pledge for mega koala park in south-west Sydney welcomed by conservation groups

Public land between Glenfield and Appin would be used for the new Georges River Koala National Park to save local colonies which, unlike other populations in the Sydney basin, are chlamydia-free and...

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 4

Workhorse 1900s steam engine back in service at Sydney museum after three-year restoration

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Workhorse 1900s steam engine back in service after three-year restoration

After more than 25 years out of service and three years of restoration, a historic Locomotive 3001 has returned to the tracks at a rail museum in Sydney's south-west to the delight of enthusiasts.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 4

Finding comfort in quiet moments during World Pride

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Finding comfort in quiet moments during World Pride - ABC Everyday

It can be easy to get caught up in the glitter, glitz and glamour of World Pride. But there's ways to find comfort in quieter moments — and it starts with thinking about the origins of Mardi Gras.

ABC Sydney

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Mar 2

Gary has more than $3 million in super and supports plans to make him pay more tax

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Evelyn worked three jobs when she was in her 20s to build up her super. Now she believes she's...

The government's plan will affect 0.5 per cent of Australians who have large super balances, so what do they think of it?

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 1

Key figures from the Voice 'Yes' and 'No' campaigns explain the state of play

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Key figures from the Voice 'Yes' and 'No' campaigns explain the state of play

Former minister for Indigenous Australians and 'Yes' campaigner Ken Wyatt and senior 'No' campaign leader Warren Mundine discuss key issues on the Voice referendum.

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 1

Grand final memories will either define or destroy Parramatta’s quest to go one better in 2023

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Grand final memories will either define or destroy Parramatta’s quest to go one better in 2023

The shadow of last year's grand final loss can be the fuel that pushes Parramatta to win a title or the fire that burns their dreams down. On Thursday night, their journey to one of those destinies...

ABC Sydney

@abcsydney

Mar 1

'Momentous occasion': Spears taken by Captain Cook in 1770 to be returned home

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'Momentous occasion': Spears taken by Captain Cook in 1770 to be returned home

Only four spears remain out of dozens taken by the HMB Endeavour's crew during the landing at Kurnell — now they will be given back to the local Aboriginal community.

First full episode of our #nswpol #nswvotes podcast Matters Of State!

@AntonyGreenElec

delivers the full rundown of everything you need to know with

@AshleighRaper

and

@sarahvmac

. Hung parliaments, teals, upper house, it’s all here. abc.net.au/radio/programs #auspol

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NSW 01 — Where the state election will be won and lost - ABC Radio

ABC chief election analyst Antony Green joins Sarah Macdonald and Ashleigh Raper to analyse all the key seats and crucial numbers for the March 25 NSW state election.