Sean Tarek Goodwin
Sean Tarek Goodwin is a reporter with ABC News in Sydney. He began his career with the ABC as a reporter in the West Australian Goldfields where he won the 2022 WA Media Award for audio news for his coverage of regional mental health. Prior to that, Sean studied and worked across economics, social enterprise and media in Sydney and Berlin.
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'So, so sorry': Ex-Manly coach tells family of young player who died after training he 'shares heartbreak'
The inquest into the death of Manly Sea Eagles player Keith Titmuss heard evidence from former coach Des Hasler who described the 20-year-old as a "beautiful boy".
We went to Albanese's Sydney electorate for reaction to his tax cuts. Here's what people think
The federal government's move to halve the stage 3 tax cuts for higher earners and instead prioritise relief across the board has been described as both "good government" and an "unbelievable" broken promise.
Stuck cords, concussion and a cave: The daring three-person ocean rescue by a teenage surf lifesaver
Saskia Rundle Trowbridge, 16, braved rough seas and climbed rocks to help free three teenage boys trapped in a cave at the Warriewood Blowhole, with one suffering head injuries.
'Inherent amount of uncertainty': Sydney to Hobart race might not be smooth sailing amid weather concerns
Record-breaking circumnavigator Jessica Watson said not all hope is lost, as the stormy weather may work in her advantage.
Sydney blanketed by smoke from fire 400km away with thunderstorms predicted to follow
The smoke drifted from the Duck Creek, Pilliga Forest fire in regional NSW, which has burned more than 110,000 hectares of land.
Child protective services worker reported no safety concerns weeks before baby was drowned by father
The father of the nine-month-old tried to give the baby girl to a homeless woman the day of her death, while case workers say they were unaware of mental health and alcohol-related issues during a meeting, an inquest hears.
NSW residents told to reduce electricity usage tonight as heatwave strains power networks
Temperatures are expected to peak at 40 degrees Celsius in parts of Sydney today, which the Australian Energy Market Operator says will cause a spike in electricity demand between 5pm to 9pm this evening.
Central Coast man rescued after 'freaky' storm drops neighbour's roof on his house
Residents are cleaning up after a destructive storm swept through the area, ripping roofs off buildings and knocking down trees and power poles.
Roofs torn off homes by storm after NSW swelters through early summer heatwave
The State Emergency Service receives more than 50 calls for storm-related help on the Central Coast after temperatures rise above 40C across NSW, with parts of western Sydney recording 44C.
Families are looking to embrace Sydney's high-density future. But it's coming at a cost
When the Carrigans decided to embrace high-rise living, they didn't expect it to be so hard to find a family-sized apartment.
Sydney Theatre Company knew beforehand of cast's pro-Palestinian statement after show, actor says
The Sydney Theatre Company is again under fire after a video shows cast members of The Visitors calling for a Gaza ceasefire, but actor Elaine Crombie says the company knew about it.
Woman in her 70s dies after falling at Robbie Williams concert in Sydney
A woman dies in hospital after the incident at the end of last week's concert at the Sydney Football Stadium.
Sydney man charged after allegedly pocketing $60k in 'elaborate' rental scam
A court hears the 35-year-old man was "very fortunate" to secure bail after taking bond money from prospective tenants over social media.
'Silent killer': Heat-related deaths to increase fivefold by middle of this century, report finds
Heat-related deaths across the world could increase almost fivefold by the middle of the century, according to a new report by more than 100 researchers.
Move to convert office space in Sydney's north that's been under-used since COVID into housing
The proposal would see a 68-hectare area between Macquarie Park and Macquarie University train stations become a residential development.
Kathleen Folbigg case referred for possible appeal after final conviction report released
Kathleen Folbigg was released from prison in June after being pardoned over the deaths of her four children. A final report after an inquiry into her convictions was released on Wednesday.
NSW minister accuses Liberal MP of 'baseless sexist attack' after questions about husband
Courtney Houssos was previously responsible for the State Insurance Regulatory Authority, while her husband was a senior lobbyist at the Insurance Council of Australia.
Grant saw a 'surreal' blue light in the water. Experts say it's a sign of climate change
Passers-by describe it as stepping into a "dream world" but experts say the bright blue and green lights from bioluminescent algae are a marker for the warming planet.
'More green space': Rise in apartment living behind claim to parts of inner Sydney golf course
Twenty of the 45-hectares occupied by the Moore Park Golf Course will become a new central park when their lease expires in 2026.
Esme Timbery, considered one of Australia's longest-practising First Nations artists, dies aged 92
Bidjigal artist and La Perouse elder Esme Timbery, whose career spanned more than 80 years, was known for her intricate designs made from shells gathered from beaches around New South Wales.
'Embodied the spirit of the community': Former Mufti of Australia Sheikh Taj El-Din Hilaly dies aged 82
Sheikh Taj El-Din Hilaly has been remembered by Australia's Muslim community after his death was announced on Thursday.
In Australia's most expensive capital, there are signs renters can't afford to pay more
Sydneysiders are continuing to face the longest stretch of rent rises in the city's history, but there are signs the market is slowing as people reach the limits of their affordability.
Sydney hostel erupts in flames after suspected lithium-ion battery explosion
Fire and Rescue NSW believe the blaze may have been sparked by a faulty e-bike battery, with 70 people being evacuated from the Mad Monkey hostel.
Man accused of abusing Stan Grant online has three charges dropped, offers to apologise
Michael Steven Davis, 41, allegedly used his Facebook and Twitter profiles to threaten "serious harm" in May.
More than 1,000 sets of stolen bank details found in Sydney home as part of alleged card skimming network
Two men are charged after police find more than 1,000 sets of allegedly stolen bank details and pin codes, believed to be connected to a Romanian card skimming network.