Alexander Lewis
Alexander Lewis is a multi-platform journalist reporting for ABC News in Sydney. He began his career at the Seven Network and worked as a TV reporter in Queensland, with stints in Mackay, on the Gold Coast, and in Brisbane. Since joining the ABC in 2022, Alexander has covered several inquiries including the Robodebt Royal Commission. He was the NSW newsroom's lead TV reporter for Sydney WorldPride.
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NSW bureaucrat to be referred to corruption watchdog over Sydney property deal
A planning official is accused of purchasing a Sydney property in an area he knew would be rezoned for higher density housing.
Chris Minns lambasts 'sick person' using 'OCT7TH' number plates as Sydney motorist is ordered to surrender them
NSW Premier Chris Minns says the 'OCT7TH' number plates spotted on a white ute are "disgusting" and were issued in error.
Gas producer 'committed' to controversial drilling project despite NSW government opposition
The Minns government will introduce a bill to stop a permit that allows the exploration and extraction of gas in NSW state waters.
Video analysis finds no evidence 'gas the Jews' chant used at Opera House rally, police say
NSW Police say forensic analysis finds no evidence the phrase "gas the Jews" was chanted in videos circulating online from a pro-Palestinian rally in October, despite people providing statements the phrase was used.
Son of former NSW premier sentenced for fabricating evidence that put innocent man in jail
The disgraced police officer son of former senator Kristina Keneally has been handed a 15-month intensive correction order.
'Could have been worse': Passengers escape after seaplane crashes into Sydney Harbour
NSW Police says one of the eight occupants had minor injuries and was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics.
Mayor fumes as parklands above trouble-plagued Rozelle Interchange closed by asbestos scare
An investigation is underway and the area has been temporarily closed after asbestos-contaminated mulch was found near the playground that opened three weeks ago.
Why did land values go backwards in NSW while property prices boomed?
The NSW valuer general, who sets land values for rating and taxing, found an overall decrease of 1.6 per cent in the year to July.
NSW Police recorded more than 4,600 aged care home incidents in a year. Experts say it's a sign of a bigger issue
Assaults reported at aged care homes in NSW have risen to the highest level in a decade, according to the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Reporting.
19yo on holiday from Sydney still missing after trying to save brothers from rip as four drown across NSW
Four people have drowned at beaches across New South Wales since Christmas Day and one is missing in what has been described as the "deadliest time" of the year.
Unsolved murders inquiry in NSW calls for fresh inquests into deaths of several men
For 18 months, the inquiry investigated the suspicious deaths or unsolved murders — potentially motivated by gay hate bias — of LGBTIQ people between 1970 and 2010.
'You're kidding me': Residents heckle Transport for NSW boss over Rozelle Interchange commute woes
A senior transport bureaucrat addressed concerns from residents in Sydney's Balmain, who said their commutes have blown out by more than an hour-and-a-half for some motorists.
Sydney racecourse set to be replaced by 25,000 homes as state government commits to Metro West project
The plans released by the NSW government confirm a revamped version of the multi-billion-dollar Metro West project will go ahead, after months of uncertainty due to concerns over cost and timeline blowouts.
Former marine accused of training Chinese pilots loses bid to stop forfeiture of multi-million-dollar NSW home
The wife of a former US Marine pilot facing extradition to America says the court ruling makes it "near impossible" to fight for her husband's freedom.
Despite mental health concerns during the war in Ukraine, experts say some are experiencing 'post-traumatic growth'
A group of Ukrainian mental health doctors are touring facilities across NSW to learn how to improve their country's mental healthcare and boost morale.
'Knock that down': NSW building regulator to get more powers to stop developer defects
Builders who don't follow the rules will be "chased out of town", the building commissioner says, under new laws set to pass this week.
'Nuclear option': Union's threat to boycott paramedics' registrations over pay dispute
More than 1,500 paramedics have signed an online pledge not to renew their registrations, as negotiations stall with state government over pay disputes.
NSW government hopes Commonwealth will help pay for million-dollar police presence at Israel-Gaza protests
Premier Chris Minns says it would not be "unreasonable" for state governments to request financial assistance to cover the cost of managing recent rallies over the ongoing conflict.
Fleet of new flood rescue boats, vehicles welcomed, with high-risk areas in NSW top of delivery list
The NSW SES adds an extra 142 boats, rafts, trucks, cars and trailers to its rescue equipment, in response to recommendations from last year's flood inquiry.
'Spate of violence': Prisoners use 'loophole' to search news articles about each others' crimes
Corrective Services NSW has turned off three websites, including two news sites, as prisoners use a function on their tablets to search inmates' crimes and carry out violence.
Minister's office requested specific public servant be appointed to new role, hearing told
Jo Haylen faced questions over an office staffing controversy, while Yasmin Catley was grilled over her handling of a pro-Palestinian rally at the Sydney Opera House.
'We move on': NSW premier denies claims Jo Haylen breached ministerial code of conduct
Premier Chris Minns denies the state opposition's claim that the transport minister breached the ministerial code of conduct over a staffing scandal.
'Staffer rorts 101': NSW transport minister won't resign, premier doubles down on support
Embattled NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen says she will not resign, even if a public servant who worked in her office is found to have breached his obligation to act politically neutral.
'Do something about it': Branson urges NSW government to decriminalise illicit drugs
Deputy Premier Prue Car says Sir Richard Branson is "entitled to his opinion" after the billionaire urged the NSW government to decriminalise illicit drugs.
Cockatoo Island boutique accommodation, artificial reefs unveiled in draft master plan
A redevelopment of the former Sydney convict jail and Indigenous meeting place in the heart of Sydney's harbour will seek to "unearth the island's many layers of stories".