Floss Adams
Floss Adams is a reporter in the ABC South East NSW newsroom, filing for radio, TV and online. She has previously worked as a photojournalist in Darwin, for the iconic newspaper, the NT News. She wanted a change from writing stories about crocodiles and living in sweat so she made the switch from the Top End, to the far south coast of NSW. Floss is proudly from Gympie in Queensland.
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Errol once cut timber for the Sydney Opera House. The long abandoned machinery he used has just been restored
For decades, a priceless piece of history sat slowly rusting in a paddock. The snakes that called the 1927 Crossley Engine home have been removed and history buffs have lovingly restored it.
'He's the man, he's the GOAT': Australia's oldest footballer 'too young' to retire
At 76, Neil Rainbow is "doing what he's always done" and teammates say he still has "some good legs on him".
'I can see why they made the law': Whale rider reflects on 'thrilling' moment that almost landed him in jail
The decision to jump into the water with a southern right whale 30 years ago made international headlines, but the "awesome" experience came at a cost.
Hook, line and stinker — why the 'hideous' revamp of this tiny town's Big Trout left locals fuming
Australians love their "big things", according to a history expert, and don't like them being messed with — as one New South Wales council recently discovered.
'Heartache' as sewage treatment plant fire forces closure of ski resort ahead of snow season
The snow season at Charlotte Pass could be under threat after a devastating fire, as its owners meet with the State Government to help plan their recovery.
Snowy Hydro boss doubles down on 2028 project timeline despite Florence the machine struggles
Chief executive Dennis Barnes says Snowy 2.0 will be complete on time despite one of three tunnel-boring machines moving slower than expected.
Multi-agency search underway for elderly man with dementia who went missing with dog, tinned fruit and landline phone
The family of 77-year-old John Locker, who has been missing since Monday, say they are "running on adrenaline, knowing that we are running out of time".
Regenerative kelp and mussel farmers angry about facing same planning costs as coal mines
Aquaculture operators starting out in the industry need to spend close to $500,000 on the development application process, involving the same level of scrutiny as for a new mine or major road infrastructure.
Bushfire survivors back coroner's call to overhaul firefighting systems 'from the ground up'
Bushfire survivors and RFS volunteers have welcomed the state coroner's call to overhaul emergency warning systems, back-burn investigations, and vehicle standards.
Woman in NSW Pebbly Beach drowning Ukraine-qualified medical doctor, as SLS warns of rip risks
Yuliya Pashkovska, who died at an unpatrolled beach on the New South Wales' South Coast on Tuesday is being remembered as a "much-loved" health care provider.
Family of Clare Nowland resolves civil suit against NSW over alleged taser death
The 95-year-old died in hospital in May 2023 after falling and hitting her head following an alleged incident with a police officer.
Protestor who dumped horse head outside National Parks office avoids conviction record
Rocky Harvey says he dumped the head outside the office in Jindabyne as an act of protest against culled brumby carcasses being left to pollute Kosciuszko National Park.
Is it really a sanctuary zone if people can still fish in it? Marine groups call for end to amnesties
Labor went to the NSW election promising to enforce marine sanctuary zones. But almost a year later, amnesties that allow fishing remain in place.
Struggling to mount beach patrols, surf club's simple idea brings volunteers flooding back
By letting volunteers choose their rostered hours, a NSW surf life saving club has almost quadrupled its patrolling members, setting an example other clubs are now following.
Big Trout gets makeover in its 50th year as Australia's obsession with 'big things' continues
Built in 1973 by late Hungarian artist Andrew Lomnici, the iconic statue in Adaminaby, in the NSW Snowy Mountains, has recently undergone extensive repairs.
Rescuers resume search for missing 60yo fisherman after boat with engine running washes up on beach
Emergency teams will face the challenge of high winds and a large swell as they resume a search today for a Victorian fisherman whose boat was found washed up on shore near Bermagui in NSW yesterday.
Secrets to a long life revealed by 93yo champion swimmer
With four recent gold medals for swimming at the Australian Masters Games, and an ambition to go hang-gliding, nonagenarian Noeline Dahlen-Maclean says "yes" to life.
Mob of bandaged kangaroos set to rebound after October bushfire
At a wildlife sanctuary in south-east NSW, 11 eastern grey kangaroos are recovering from burns sustained in October's Coolagolite Road bushfire.
Red-bellied black snake in the bedroom as summer heats up
A red-bellied black snake in the master bedroom of their holiday accommodation has frightened tourists on the south coast. It's only the start of what could be a very slithery season.
Inmates laud chance to 'prove we're human' through correctional centre's puppy program
Prisoners in the Snowy Mountains are given the responsibility of caring for and training dogs that would otherwise go to the pound.
Far South Coast fire danger upgraded to catastrophic as schools close, hot and windy conditions persist
The fire danger warning for the NSW Far South Coast is upgraded to catastrophic as the state endures a day of hot and windy weather.
Next generation of female tradies learn carpentry skills to counter male-dominated industry
Two Sheds aims to address the entrenched gender gap in the building industry by providing community-based women's and children's woodworking and carpentry skills programs.
Rare whale Bladerunner sighted south of Eden 'testament to the resilience of animals'
Bladerunner the whale, known for significant scars after a propeller strike, is spotted passing through NSW far south coast waters.
Bikes vs trains stalemate over Snowy Mountains rail tourism ventures
Plans to turn a disused train line in regional NSW into a 200km bike trail may be derailed, with two community groups on a collision course.
Nursing home where 95yo woman allegedly tasered 'likely' to change hands as council moves to divest
A not-for-profit provider is in talks with the council about assuming control of Yallambee Lodge in the Snowy Mountains, but a decision is yet to be made.