The Association of Independent Schools NSW says two schools named by listeners – one in the Illawarra and one in the Hills District – firmly deny any furry-related behaviour among students. They credit strong behavioural standards as a reason parents choose them. Listen to more highlights from Sydney Now below:

Former NSW Blues star Jamie Soward has weighed in on the latest State of Origin team selections, offering his insights into the Blues’ strategy for Game 1. Listen to more highlights from Wide World of Sports below:

 BREAKING: Sussan Ley has secured leadership of the Liberal Party, becoming the first female leader in its history. Listen to more highlights from Mornings with Mark Levy below: IMAGE CREDIT / GETTY

 Shocking footage has emerged of a childcare worker slapping a baby and laughing while doing it! Hear more highlights from Ben Fordham Live in the playlist below and give us a follow on Apple Podcasts: IMAGE CREDIT / ABC NEWS

 We can’t say we didn’t see this coming. A dangerous criminal who brutally bashed a police officer and left her for dead has allegedly re-offended Hear more highlights from Ben Fordham Live in the playlist below and give us a follow on Apple Podcasts: IMAGE CREDIT / SEVEN NEWS

 We’re calling out another major university. We’ve found proof of uni bosses forcing woke ideologies onto students — and all they want to do is study. Hear more highlights from Ben Fordham Live in the playlist below and give us a follow on Apple Podcasts: IMAGE CREDIT / ISTOCK