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Backpackers jump from Sydney hostel fire

Nurse's toxic drink triggers warning to travellers

Yacht hits reef in sailing race

Bali drug bust: Nightmare in paradise

Sydney: Foodie fest sates body and mind

The month of October plays host to a Sydney festival of fine cuisine and quirky history, writes Leanne Templer.

Sydney sets up soup kitchens for homeless pets

Homeless people's pets are set to get a leg up with soup kitchens across Sydney distributing pet food.

Direct Property upbeat on $350m boost

Tindall mystery blonde named

Kiwi farmer killed in Australian quad bike smash

Nightmare on the Rugby World Cup express

Thousands of fans who took the train to last week's 'family friendly' Rugby World Cup opening celebrations had a horrifying night they would rather forget.

September 11: Australia's heavy war on terror toll

September 11: Muslims remember a decade of prejudice

30,000 workers join for 'day of chaos'

Rogue magpie gets stay of execution after MP joins public outcry

Broadcaster and 'friend to all' farewelled

Mourners have paid tribute to broadcaster Graeme Moody as a husband, a brother, an uncle, a colleague - and a friend to all.

NSW Budget to downsize public sector