Stories from Sydney · Australia

A 39-year-old man went missing while bushwalking in Hilltop within a National Park on Tuesday afternoon. Emergency services including Pol Air, Fire and Rescue, SES, and paramedics established a command post to locate him.

An alleged hit-and-run incident occurred on Monday following an altercation between a driver and teenagers on e-bikes. The incident took place on Sydney's northern beaches.

A survey of 1,000 Australians indicates a majority of renters associate the practice with unaffordability, instability, and exhaustion. Tenant advocacy groups are calling for state and federal governments to regulate the rental market as an essential service.

Research indicates that supporters of political violence do not fit the common stereotype of being rural residents.

Charlotte McInnes has given evidence in a high-stakes defamation case against Ms. Wilson. McInnes alleges she was defamed on social media regarding claims that she was sexually harassed by film producer Amanda Ghost. The case involves allegations that Wilson retracted claims to further her career. During cross-examination, barrister Sue Crusanto, SC, questioned Ms. Wilson regarding the mistreatment of women on the set of the film 'Thank You'. Wilson returned to the witness box for a second day of cross-examination at the federal court. During questioning by barrister Sue Crisantu, Wilson denied claims that McInnes fabricated stories to create division between the lead actor and producer. Producer Charlotte McKinnon took the stand on the final day of a defamation trial in Sydney. The posts reportedly suggested McKinnon recanted a sexual harassment complaint to advance her career.

IT company Integris has completed its first international acquisition by purchasing an Australian Managed Service Provider (MSP). The move marks the company's expansion into the Australian market.

Sydney FC captain Ryan Grant expects a fiery encounter in the upcoming A-League men's soccer elimination contest against Melbourne Victory this Saturday. Grant commented on the intensity expected for the match. The contest is part of the A-League elimination phase. Melbourne Victory finished fourth on the ladder and will host fifth-place Sydney FC.

Organized crime groups are operating within sections of the New South Wales building industry. A biker gang in Melbourne is reportedly infiltrating the labor hire sector. The CEO of Hanson and Junkin, a major building company, recently faced threats including house firebombings. A Victorian police task force is currently targeting these criminal activities in Victoria and has made multiple arrests. The source noted that building companies should be held accountable for misbehavior, but current enforcement is insufficient.

CFMEU leader Mark Irving has resigned from his role after serving for just over 18 months. This follows the sudden resignation of deputy Zack Smith in January amid allegations regarding his interactions with two female employees. The leadership changes occur as the union attempts to address internal criminality issues. The resignation follows a period where Irving reportedly faced death threats. The departure comes amid discussions regarding the need for union reform and restructuring.

Bulldogs player Billy Armey-Kickout will undergo surgery tomorrow for a pec injury. The player is expected to be sidelined for 12 weeks. This injury is reported to be the same type as Corioreal from Manly. The injury will sideline him for 12 weeks, which is described as a blow for the Bulldogs.