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SMH Schools Summit 2026 as it happened: Prue Car, Sydney university academics, principals speak at annual conference
The state’s top education leaders, principals, and teachers are gathered at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth for an annual summit.
- Cindy Yin and David Barwell
‘Ongoing pigeon problem’: Hospital review finds 112 maintenance faults
The NSW government’s snap review comes after health workers raised patient safety concerns over fungus, mould and pigeon infestations.
- Kate Aubusson
‘My husband and children are in there’: The interaction that haunted a fireman for decades
Sydney’s famous Luna Park is a place for fun, but on this night it became the scene of nightmares.
- Helen Pitt
Herald titan nears return after months of medical calamity
After an infection moved to his heart, economics editor Ross Gittins fell critically ill. After months in hospital, he will soon return to the Herald.
- Jordan Baker
Western Sydney University students and staff get unlimited access to the Herald
Vice Chancellor George Williams said the partnership would enable students and staff to access reliable, trusted news.
Coalition soap opera is far from convincing
The Liberals and Nationals act like bit-part hopefuls at an audition.
University of NSW students and staff get unlimited access to the Herald
A new premium subscription licensing deal will make independent and award-winning journalism available to younger readers.
Floating a bad idea
If a developer suggests build housing on a floodplain, it’s best to consider how well the future residents may need to float.
