Jessica Kidd
Jessica Kidd is a journalist for ABC News Sydney, filing for radio, online and television.
Jessica has previously worked as a state political reporter, crime reporter and Western Sydney journalist for the ABC.
Jessica has also worked for the ABC's flagship radio current affairs programs; AM, The World Today and PM.
She joined ABC News in 2010 as a cadet.
Latest by Jessica Kidd
Martial arts instructor charged with three counts of murder after bodies found in Sydney
Police have charged Kwang Kyung Yoo with three counts of murder after the discovery of the bodies of a husband, wife and their child in two separate locations in Sydney on Tuesday.
'Regulatory failure' blamed for Sydney asbestos problem as minister promises tougher penalties
The environment protection body is continuing its investigation into the supply chain which has seen potentially asbestos contaminated mulch testing broaden to include seven schools across Sydney, a Woolworths supermarket and a hospital.
Turning rentals into long-term accommodation could have 'direct impact', as NSW considers holiday home tax
The government is desperate for solutions with rental vacancy rates at an all-time low across Sydney and short-term vacancies concentrated in NSW regional towns like Byron Bay and along the state's south coast priced beyond the reach of many.
Holiday homes could be hit with a new tax to generate more long-term rental accommodation
Up to 35,000 homes across NSW are used as short-term rental accommodation throughout the year, according to a discussion paper released by the NSW government today.
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.
NSW's highest-ranking judge says current caseloads are 'simply unsustainable'
Chief Justice Andrew Bell says "overstretched" judges and magistrates face increasing pressure and stress.
Minns congratulates Perrottet on NSW election campaign but says 'don't vote for him'
NSW Labor leader Chris Minns has congratulated the premier on his election campaign, and revealed he "likes" Dominic Perrottet, before urging people not to vote for him.
'We all thought we were going to die': Sydney hit by intense rain and wind
A least a dozen people are rescued and a school is closed after wild weather hit Sydney, while the Pacific Highway was cut in two places by fallen trees.
'I decline your invitation': NSW Premier's brother refuses to front parliamentary inquiry
Premier Dominic Perrottet's brother confirms he will not front a parliamentary inquiry into Sydney's Hills Shire Council, calling it a "Labor/Greens circus".
Bipartisan support pledged in New South Wales to ban gay conversion therapy
New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet pledges "in principle" support for the legislation, while Labor leader Chris Minns says there is no place for the "dangerous and damaging" practices.
Dad released from custody as tributes left for toddler who died in hot car
Flowers, stuffed toys and letters have been left on the side of a south-west Sydney road where a toddler died on Thursday in a hot car, as investigations into the boy's death continue. The father has been released from custody without charge.
Mourners clash with protesters outside 'last farewell' of Cardinal George Pell
Hundreds of mourners packed into Sydney's St Mary's Cathedral for the funeral of Cardinal George Pell, while LGBT groups, as well as survivors of child sexual abuse, protested outside.
Ribbons cut from St Mary's Cathedral on eve of cardinal's memorial mass
Survivors of child sexual abuse and their supporters are involved in a heated clash with a group of people outside a Sydney church on the eve of Cardinal George Pell's funeral.
Popular Sydney mayor to run as independent candidate at state election
Michael Regan will run as an independent candidate for the safe Liberal seat of Wakehurst which is being vacated by retiring Health Minister Brad Hazzard at the state election in March.
ICAC should hurry up and release Berejiklian, Maguire findings, former judge says
A former judge says there's no reason why the ICAC's report into former premier Gladys Berejiklian cannot be finalised before the March state election.
'There's no bigger fight': NSW sets ambitious new emissions target for 2035
The New South Wales government is ramping up its fight against climate change by setting a new target to cut greenhouse emissions by 70 per cent by 2035.
Perrottet stares down pokie 'threats' as gambling lobby targets independent MP
Dominic Perrottet says the government will do "the right thing" in its plans for gambling reform as ClubsNSW targets one MP for supporting law changes.
Government takes down ad offering empty hospital wards to TV and movie companies
The NSW health minister is forced to intervene after empty wards at a Sydney hospital were offered for hire to TV and movie companies as filming locations.
Man charged with murdering Sydney father and son in ute
A second man is charged over the alleged gangland shooting of a father and son in a ute in Western Sydney last year.
Nurses suffering 'symptoms similar to PTSD' as thousands walk off job across NSW
Thousands of nurses across NSW are striking for 24 hours over what they say is a "staffing crisis" in the state's hospitals.
NSW enters 'fourth wave' of COVID-19 pandemic with sharp rise in new cases
NSW Health says there's been a big increase in cases, with nearly 20,000 people with the virus reported this week, but authorities hope the latest wave will subside before Christmas.
Kelly Rowland announced among headliners for Sydney WorldPride 2023
The Destiny's Child star is revealed among the top musical guests for an event billed as the biggest in the city since the 2000 Olympics.
NSW taxi industry accepts $150,000 payout per cab, after initial rebuff
The taxi council accepts a multi-million-dollar offer from the NSW government to compensate the industry after initially rejecting the proposal. It means a new levy will be applied to fares.
Criminals are funnelling billions of dollars through NSW pokies, report finds
The NSW Crime Commission recommends the introduction of a mandatory gaming card and enhanced data collection measures, after an investigation uncovers billions of dollars being gambled through the state's poker machines.
'Mistakes were made': Review condemns Australia's COVID-19 response
A new review has found disadvantaged and vulnerable people were impacted heavily by Australia's response to COVID-19.