Illegal news years fireworks kept police and firefighters busy around the country last night. In Victoria alone, officers responded to over 280 incidents, with three sparking fires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING: Rescue operation underway as seaplane crashes into Perth coastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING: Rescue operation underway as seaplane crashes into Perth coast

Plus, a judge has ordered Donald Trump be sentenced next week, over the criminal conviction of hush money payments to a former adult film star.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hot weekend for large parts of Oz, Melb experiencing its hottest in a decade 

Police and firefighters spent New Year's Eve chasing ilegal fireworks

A man in his 30s has died from gunshot wounds at Canley Heights, despite paramedics’ efforts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deadly shooting in Sydney's west; Labor support nosedives across NSW, Victoria and WA

Plus - Tesla sales in Australia have tankedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM reflects on "heartbreaking" Sydney to Hobart tragedies

Peter Dutton says electricity will be cheaper and more reliableSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Central Coast promised cheaper power under Opposition's nuclear plan

Plus, potential delays at Sydney Airport due to industrial action by Qantas engineers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gosford Hospital staff shortages could see women in labour transferred

Plus, a concerning number of vacant teaching roles across the state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drugs and weapon found after car chase crash on Mooney Mooney Bridge

The 39 year old woman is due in court in the New YearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior Constable arrested on Central Coast over alleged DV offences

Plus, rail unions granted permission for strikes potentially affecting NYE services.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Central Coast emergency department times lag behind rest of NSW

Plus - more disruptions for Central Coast rail commutersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High speed pursuit ends with crash on Mooney Mooney Bridge

Plus, appears Warnervale Airport's proposed helicopter deal is far from certain - with a rescission motion being submitted ahead of tonight's council meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Further pain for rail commuters on the Central Coast Newcastle line

AFP taskforce set up to combat rise in anti-Semitic attacksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFP taskforce set up to combat rise in anti-Semitic attacks

A jogger out for a run has stumbled on something shocking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Body found wrapped in plastic near Sydney Airport; Australia and Nauru join forces to counter China

The Victoria Police Chief Commissioner has confirmed the Melbourne synagogue fire is being investigated as a probable terrorist act.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synagogue fire likely terror attack, says Vic Police Chief

Plus, potential further delays along the Central Coast Newcastle line as the battle between the union and state government continues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New police recruits begin work across the Central Coast

PM declares synagogue fire an act of terrorism; And Syria's government overthrownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM declares synagogue fire an act of terrorism; And Syria's government overthrown

Plus - scientists are a step closer to explaining long-CovidSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie grandmother accused of smuggling drugs in Brazil

Comedian says the Olympic break dancer's legal team threatened action if the performance went aheadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawyers cancel "Ray Gun: The Musical"

The three-week industrial action at Victorian distribution centres is overSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Striking Woolies workers return to the job, lawyers stop "Ray Gun The Musical"

Woolworths says picketers continue to impact essential grocery supply despite Fair Work ordering them to stop after two weeks of strikes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woolies says picketers ignoring Fair Work orders

Former treasurer, and leading member of the Jewish community, Josh Frydenberg says Jews are living in fear following this week's synagogue attack.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former treasurer says "enough is enough" after synagogue attack

Prime minister Anthony Albanese is copping heat from his Israeli counterpart after an arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel takes Albanese to task over "extreme anti-Israeli position"

Deadly yacht crash on Sydney HarbourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deadly yacht crash on Sydney Harbour

Israel's PM blames 'anti-Israeli position' of Albanese government for synagogue fireSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel's PM blames 'anti-Israeli position' of Albanese government for synagogue fire

Plus, new poll shows Dutton on track to win leadership in the next federal election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police believe homemade LPG explosives used in Gosford CBD attack

Plus, new polling suggest Coalition is tipped to pick up nine new seats, including Robertson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunt continues for 'chubby' man after several explosions in Gosford

Woolies to front Fair Work today in bid to stop strikes impacting shelves; And Dutton on track to win next election  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woolies to front Fair Work today in bid to stop strikes impacting shelves; And Dutton on track to win next election

Australia's most capped hockey player announces retirementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's most capped hockey player announces retirement

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Police investigate explosions, fire in the Gosford area 

Living standards reach 50 year low but Treasurer insists we're better off under LaborSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Living standards reach 50 year low but Treasurer insists we're better off under Labor

A typical outage lasts almost 2.5 hoursSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Central Coast among NSW's worst for blackouts

Plus, NAPLAN results place Gosford High top of the class for the Central Coast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fatalities continue to rise on NSW roads in leadup to Christmas

South Korean President faces impeachment vote; And Australia's education gender gap among the worst in the worldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Korean President faces impeachment vote; And Australia's education gender gap among the worst in the world

Christmas pay rise deal locked in for 17,000 early childhood educatorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christmas pay rise deal locked in for 17,000 early childhood educators

CommBank backflips on decision to charge customers $3 withdrawal feeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CommBank backflips on decision to charge customers $3 withdrawal fee

Federal Treasurer says our economy is still growing but 'very slowly'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Treasurer says our economy is still growing but 'very slowly'

The final floor slab is now in placeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gosford's new Regional Library taking shape

Plus, better outcomes for those needing heart surgery on the Central Coast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three Woy Woy high school students burned in suspected ethanol fire

South Korean lawmakers block President's martial law declaration; And CommBank defends $3 withdrawal fee    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Korean lawmakers block President's martial law declaration; And CommBank defends $3 withdrawal fee

High level talks wrap up to transfer remaining Bali 9 members homeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High level talks wrap up to transfer remaining Bali 9 members home

Mitch Marsh declares himself a certain starter for Pink Ball TestSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Marsh declares himself a certain starter for Pink Ball Test

Officers say the man ignored warnings to drop his weapon - and was advancing on police despite being hit with OC spray.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man shot dead by police in Launceston CBD; CommBank to charge $3 for branch withdrawals

The 13-day strike by the United Workers Union over pay and safety concerns has disrupted supplies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woolies fights $50M strike chaos, seeks Fair Work orders as union blocks supply

Plus, the Mariners are back in action tonight, hosting Yokohama F. Marinos for a AFC clash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New intercity train starts service on Central Coast Newcastle line

Owner of some 200 pubs apologises for Aus Day ban; And Joe Biden pardons son Hunter  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Owner of some 200 pubs apologises for Aus Day ban; And Joe Biden pardons son Hunter

ADF in for major reform following Government response to Royal CommissionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ADF in for major reform following Government response to Royal Commission

The US President has done a U-turn, pardoning his son Hunter on gun and tax convictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biden pardons son Hunter despite vow to stay out

Federal police have charged 11 men and two teens over the alleged plan to smuggle more than two tonnes of cocaine into Queensland by sea. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cops bust Australia’s biggest cocaine haul; Biden pardons son Hunter, blames politics weeks before sentencing

Plus, new trains on the Central Coast Newcastle might not on the tracks long with further industrial action planned from Friday to Sunday morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delta Electricity prepare for trial over Lake Mac fish kill accusations

Over 200 pubs and bars won't celebrate Aus Day; And some Woolies shelves bare as strikes continue  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over 200 pubs and bars won't celebrate Aus Day; And some Woolies shelves bare as strikes continue

Plus, huge great white shark spotted off SA coast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Dead inside': New details on alleged parent killer 

Plus, a business case for an east coast high speed train network is set to be put forward to government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Storms smash Queensland 

Plus woman's lucky escape from Tiger Snake. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Son charged with Sydney burger shop murder 

A new blood test which detects melanoma before it becomes visible on the skin, could be offered to patients in just a few months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Breakthrough' melanoma test could be available in months

North Melbourne wins AFLW grand final and completes an undefeated seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North Melbourne wins AFLW grand final and completes an undefeated season

Plus a COVID spike before Christmas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wet end to spring for east coast, fire danger in west 

Plus, fire, flood warnings amid wild weather. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Significant injuries':  Two bodies found in Sydney shop 

Plus, a Paris landmark restored. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Airport delay as east coast cops drenching 

A strike by distribution workers has led to empty shelves in Woolworths stores in three states.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Empty shelves at a major supermarket

It's now life behind bars for a former childcare worker, as parents of the victims call for change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parents of young victims call for change

Criticism continues to roll in on 'rushed' legislation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Criticism continues to roll in on 'rushed' legislation 

Another big bank pushes back it's forecast for the next rate cutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another big bank pushes back it's forecast for the next rate cut

The judge called Ashley Paul Griffith depraved - saying the sheer scale of the abuse and betrayal of trust demanded the harshest punishment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Childcare predator gets life for abusing nearly 70 kids; 27 years before parole

The officer found guilty of manslaughter for tasering 95 yo Clare Nowland remains free on bail this Christmas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cop guilty of tasering Clare Nowland stays free on bail for Christmas

Plus police investigate alleged sexual assault at TuggerahSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IVF help scaled back for Central Coast families

Plus, Australia becomes the first country in the world to pass a social media ban for kids under the age of 16.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New trains servicing Central Coast to hit the tracks next Tuesday

Australia passes world first social media age ban; And mystery Aussie takes out half of $100m Powerball  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia passes world first social media age ban; And mystery Aussie takes out half of $100m Powerball

Plus, warning's from the BoM for the prospect of severe thunderstorms later today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New trains for the Central Coast line a step closer to rolling out 

Plus, New South Wales police set to receive historic pay rise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helicopter hub approved to take off at Warnervale Airport

Plus, NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley responds to reports police are falling short on testing targets for drug drivingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coasties warned to be lithium-battery savvy this gift giving season

Plus, the Mariners enter the top eight after a successful F3 derby against the Jets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greater support offered for families of road crash victims

Man from Lithuania is now fighting for life in hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tourist loses his leg after 20 hour river rescue in Tasmania

Plus pressure mounts on Laos police after suspected methanol poisoning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indonesia to return surviving Bali Nine smugglers 

19-year-olds Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles passed away after a suspected methanol poisoning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Families of Aussie women who died in Laos call for thorough investigation 

19-year-old Australians Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles are among the people who passed away. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laos government breaks silence after 6 tourist deaths 

Plus, frustration for Bank of Queensland customers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man fighting for life after leg amputated in rescue 

Plus, jailed Bali Nine members could be back for Christmas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia all out for 104, trail India by 46 runs 

A fatal shooting in a busy inner-city street has shocked innocent bystanders, with police saying the targeted attack was linked to organised crime groups.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Organised crime groups linked to deadly shooting

One man's dead after being shot in Sydney's Surry Hills, and a torched Porsche nearby is believed to be connected.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deadly shooting on busy street shocks bystanders

The five remaining members of the Bali Nine, currently serving life sentences in Indonesia for drug trafficking, could be back in Australia as early as next month,  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bali Nine could be home by Christmas

The Laos methanol poisoning crisis has claimed a sixth victim, Aussie teenager Holly  Bowles.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second Aussie teen dies after methanol poisoning

The Super Puma travelling from Broken Hill to Albury went down around 10am.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helicopter crash in NSW claims one life, second passenger's condition unclear

Saving for a first home is getting tougher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fifth tourist dies in Laos methanol crisis, including Melbourne teen; First home savings halved as living costs soar

28-year-old Simone White's death follows that of Melbourne teenager Bianca JonesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laos methanol death toll climbs to five as British lawyer loses fight for life

Plus, rail strikes affecting the Central Coast line cancelled after last-ditch effort negotiations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EV charging sites power ahead around the Central Coast

A Go Fund Me Page has been set up to cover the medical costs of Perth boy Joshua SchuetzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie boy fights for life after Bali biking accident, fifth person dies from suspected Laos methanol poisoning 

BREAKING: Another young Aussie caught up in an overseas tragedySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING: Another young Aussie caught up in an overseas tragedy

Supermarkets called out for broken plastic reduction promisesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Supermarkets called out for broken plastic reduction promises

19 year old Bianca Jones has died after a poisoned cocktail in Laos left her critically ill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING:  Melbourne teen dies from poisoned Laos cocktail; friend in ICU

The Treasurer wants to channel some of the $230b into housing and climate initiatives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Future Fund overhaul planned; Cars vandalised, anti-Israel graffiti sprayed in Sydney’s east

It’s all about keeping them safe online, but platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren’t thrilled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albanese gov pushes under-16s social media ban; supermarkets criticised over plastic packaging

Plus, Coasties advised to plan early if heading down to Sydney over the weekend with rail strikes still planned to proceed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Car chase starting near Mount Druitt ends in Warnervale

Hawthorn's long-running racism saga finally settledSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawthorn's long-running racism saga finally settled

Rafael Nadal's tennis career comes to an end after 22 major title winsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rafael Nadal's tennis career comes to an end after 22 major title wins

A Florida man's launched a class-action lawsuit, claiming "legendary problems" ruined the live-streamed event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cybercrime hits Aussies every six minutes; Netflix slammed for buffering issues during Tyson-Paul fight

Plus, a road blitz saw 460 drivers caught with drugs in their system overnight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coastie commuters impacted by rail strikes starting tomorrow

Plus, Joey Leilua signs up with the Wyong Roos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Homeless rates on the rise across the Central Coast

Plus, Liberals announce former Robertson member Lucy Wicks with contest the seat in the next federal election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

500 charged during statewide blitz targeting DV offenders

Plus a whale beaches itself at KillcareSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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