Strike Force created in the search for missing William Tyrell: The search for three-year-old William Tyrell enters day six today. A strike force, including sex crimes investigators, has been established following William disappearance near Kendall. Read more
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Possible legal action over bypass noise: An Old Station Rd resident is investigating the possibility of launching a class action lawsuit against the builders of the Kempsey bypass. Read more
Taree man charged over sexual assaults of three disabled men: A man was charged with seven counts of having sexual intercourse with a person with a cognitive impairment; and six counts of aggravated sexual assault – victim with cognitive impairment. Read more
Is the Bellingen Shire ‘Fit for the Future’?: That's the question on Mayor Mark Troy lips and it soon will be answered through a new government initiative. Read more
Huge crowds thrill to World Rally at Nambucca: The second Coates Hire Rally Australia has be run and won across the Coffs coast. Check out some wonderful photos
Shelley Watts gets a bunch of visitors in Canberra: The students from Herons Creek, Hannam Vale and Johns River Public Schools toured the Australian Institute of Sport on Thursday and were treated to their own guide - none other than local golden girl Shelley Watts. Read more
Waterslide to come down: Wauchope looks set to lose the waterslide that has been a popular attraction at its public swimming pool. Read more
Successful choral workshop returns to Akoostik: “Everyone is born with a beautiful voice", so says international musician and acclaimed choral conductor Chris James, who will conduct a free choral workshop as part of this year’s Wingham Akoostik Festival. Read more
Whale at Wallabi Point: After moving the whale from the rocks onto the beach, the Trade and Investment - Crown Lands Department is now disposing of the whale at Wallabi Point. Read more
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Prime Minister Tony Abbott has left open the possibility that Australia's attacks on Islamic State militants could spread across the Iraq border into the terror group's heartland in Syria.
The US, which is leading the Middle East mission, has committed to strikes against Islamic State in Syria, but Mr Abbott indicated on Tuesday that Australia will wait for the resolution of legal uncertainties before taking such action.
Check out some of the front pages across our regional network
6.55am Wagga Wagga: Moves by Wagga City Council to loosen zoning laws to allow eight two-storey units to be built on Kincaid Street - overlooking Cox Park - have been slammed by neighbouring residents.
6.50am Here's a bit of celebrity goss for you! Rumour has it that Diddy has spent a cool $40 million on a home in LA.
6.48am Today in history: The first Australian forces land in Korea. Australian casualties numbered more than 1,500, with 339 being killed.
6.44am Maitland: The people of Maitland will finally have their voices heard after a parliamentary committee to investigate planning decisions in Newcastle, including the rail cut, was established.
6.40am Katherine: Residents are being reminded to keep clear of flying foxes after the deadly Australian bat lyssavirus was detected in an animal located in Katherine.
6.37am Western Australia: One of Western Australia’s top cops believes the state’s motorcycle road toll has reached a tipping point following the tragic deaths of four riders on the weekend.
6.33am Murray Bridge: The Murray Bridge council has recommended against selling the Lerwin Nursing Home outright but has plans to outsource its operations.
6.30am Port Macquarie: Strike Force Rosann has been formed to investigate the disappearance of three-year-old boy, William Tyrell on the Mid-North Coast. Leave your message of support for William and his family on our tribute wall.
6.26am: Oh no! In case you missed it, there's been a murder at Summer Bay. If you haven't caught up on Home and Away, we're giving you a spoiler alert!
The death of Casey Braxton on Home and Away sent viewers into a fit of anger and sadness on social media. Casey's murder was shown on Monday night with Tuesday focusing on the brothers' reaction to his death.
6.23am Joke of the day:
6.21am Ballarat: Lake Wendouree residents have vowed to fight a proposal to build a three-storey apartment complex in their neighbourhood.
6.18am Illawarra: An eight-month-old baby was taken to hospital in a critical condition on Tuesday after his mother was found dead in a house in Woonona.
6.15am Newcastle: Labor would return $750 million – or half the net proceeds from the lease of the Port of Newcastle – to the Hunter should it win government next year, topping the Coalition’s $590 million pledge.
Newcastle Herald: Australian coal exporters are scrambling to clarify the fallout from changes to China’s coal import rules, which could expose the industry to billions of dollars in lost sales as China seeks to cut air pollution. Read more
The Examiner: Tributes poured in for passionate community advocate and Launceston Deputy Mayor Jeremy Ball who was killed in a collision on the Bass Highway. Read more
Northern Daily Leader: Medical marijuana laws in NSW are on the cusp of an historic change with Premier Mike Baird taking control of a bill to decriminalise the drug for the dying. Read more
Indonesia: Two teachers at the prestigious Jakarta International School have had their detention without charge extended for another 30 days as bizarre details emerge of the child sex allegations being made against them. Read more
United Kingdom: Sir Bob Geldof has infuriated independence-minded Scots by urging them to vote to maintain Scotland's place within the United Kingdom ahead of a historic referendum. Read more
Belgium: A Belgian murderer and rapist serving a life sentence is to be allowed to have doctors end his life following a ground-breaking ruling under laws in Belgium permitting people to request euthanasia. Read more
Thailand: The naked bodies of two British tourists have been found on a Thai beach, sparking a murder probe on the popular resort island of Koh Tao. Read more
After spending more than 60 years in the pigeon-breeding business, Murray Bridge man Morris Frahm has decided to clip his wings. Read more
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