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A young police officer has been airlifted to hospital after he was allegedly threatened with a spear before being stabbed in the leg during a wild confrontation on Friday.

Man charged over spear attack of young police officer

The man allegedly launched a spear at the officer before stabbing him with a sword.

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A baby girl has died after being struck by a freight train in northern inland New South Wales.

Tragedy as baby struck by freight train dies

The one-year-old was rushed to hospital but she could not be saved.

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A young police officer has been airlifted to hospital after he was allegedly threatened with a spear before being stabbed in the leg during a wild confrontation on Friday.

Police officer badly injured in stabbing attack involving spear and sword

The spear was allegedly thrown at police before the probationary constable was stabbed.

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NSW stores that sell illicit tobacco or illegal vaping products can be shut down immediately. (Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS)

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Protesters and NSW Police clash during an attempted blockade by the Palestine Action Group of the Indo-Pacific Weapons expo at the ICC Sydney.

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