Two children have been found dead at a home in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney.
Police were called to a home in Faulconbridge at 12.40pm today due to concerns for the welfare of a woman and two children.
Two boys, aged nine and 11, were found deceased inside the home by a family member.
Police are investigating the circumstances of the deaths.
A 42-year-old woman is being transported to Westmead Hospital under police guard and is in a stable condition.
Police are not looking for anyone else, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
Anyone with information in relation to the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.