Developer’s plan to bring more affordable housing to the coast
A developer’s plan to bring housing affordability to the south coast is growing, with a new multi-level apartment with over 80 units pinned for Ulladulla.
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Photo gallery: Parramatta swimmers dive into memory lane
The long-awaited opening of the $88m Parramatta Aquatic Centre is around the corner but it has also left us hankering for the good ol’ days of our former public pool. See if you’re in our photo gallery.
MPs behaving badly: pollies to get mandatory anti-bullying training
Politicians and staff have been told to undergo “mandatory” training courses, despite limited powers to punish MPs behaving badly.
Why this controversial $950 a week rental is getting slammed
An eastern suburbs unit is on the market for $950 a week, but it comes with unusual conditions that have been slammed.
250 evacuated, car crashes into unit block
More than 250 residents have been evacuated from an apartment complex in Sydney’s southwest after a car slammed into the ground floor and burst into flames.
‘Explosions’: Man, woman engulfed in flames in horror crash
Two young people have been killed in a fiery crash after their car left the road and smashed into a tree on Sydney’s Northern Beaches overnight.
Supermoon or just a light in the sky?
Sydneysiders and those further up and down the coast got a front-row seat to one of the best astrological displays of the year last night.
Minister demands answers from ABC over war crimes saga
Michelle Rowland has requested a “full briefing” following explosive claims the ABC added gunshots to a story about possible war crimes by Aussie soldiers.
Inside Sydney’s weekend sporting bonanza
Thousands of football fans nationwide are set to descend on Sydney for a sporting bonanza this weekend, as the country’s top teams in rugby league, rugby union and Aussie rules go head to head.
Foiled! Australian Youth America’s Cup sailors run into strife
There’s more than long waits for the wind or hazardous sea state causing frustration and issues at the America’s Cup – there’s also potentially race-ending garbage and debris in the water.
Why super-fast Australian crew still underdogs in Youth America’s Cup
They are sailing faster than they have ever done but a quartet of Australian sailing rising stars still enter the Youth Americas Cup as rank underdogs thanks to a strange rule.
Ghost app allegedly used to mastermind fake terror plot from behind bars
A Supermax prisoner allegedly planned to orchestrate a fake terror attack on NSW Police stations all through an encrypted communications app.
Train strike could stop all trains on one line
All trains services along the T3 line will be cancelled from next weekend should negotiations fail between the rail union and the Minns government.
‘Moona Lisa’ brings all the learners to the yard
Coffs Harbour agriculture students have taken home a national prize for their eye-catching entry in the udderly compelling Picasso Cows competition. Check out the latest moos.
Calombaris hire infuriates short-changed hospo staff
A restaurant mogul, who hired George Calombaris, has left staff fearing they will never get back the millions they are owed after five of his venues went into administration.
How Tweed council election battle is shaping up
As a result of Saturday’s polling in the NSW Local Government elections, one Tweed councillor is leagues ahead of his constituents for a seat in chambers. Could he be the shire’s next mayor?
Crowbar cookie snatchers may be behind Butterfly House break-in
Police are probing whether the smash-and-grab raid of a cafe minutes before a break-in at a popular Coffs Harbour tourist attraction are linked. Thieves nabbed cash and cookies.
New details about alleged mystery mastermind behind secret app
A humble cleaning salesman by day, an alleged tech mastermind by night, now an inmate on remand in a NSW jail – welcome to the life of Jay Je Yoon Jung.
Taxi services to resume after 2500 drivers boycott airport
Around 2500 taxi drivers across Sydney kept their word and stopped picking up passengers at the airport, with the usual busy taxi rank empty as a ‘picket-line’ forms in protest against a dedicated Uber zone. Here’s the latest.
Techno toddlers: Family ‘rave’ hits western Sydney
Bring out the glow sticks … and the colouring-in books. Gen X and their offspring are about to hit the dance floor thanks to DJs remixing nursery rhymes with ’90s party anthems for a festival to ‘unite families’.
‘I just drew a dick’: Informal votes skyrocket on the south coast
The absence of Liberals on coastal council tickets in the election has led to a historic increase of informal votes, with some angry voters saying they simply took to drawing phallic pictures.
The exact best minute to watch today’s Super Moon
The largest full moon of the year, the Harvest Supermoon will be visible in the skies over Sydney on Wednesday. See why this is one supermoon not to be missed.
Besieged Byron mayor under pressure as counting halts
The mayor of Australia’s tourism gem – currently facing assault allegations – is staring down a thumping loss, while Newcastle’s mayor is in the fight of her political life. See how council election tallies are looking across regional NSW.
Taxis V Uber: Ultimate Sydney Airport debate settled
Is it cheaper to hail a taxi or jump in an Uber from Sydney Airport to the city? With the controversial move to establish an Uber zone next to the taxi rank, right outside the international terminal, we put the question to the test.
‘We don’t want this shit’: Coastal village NIMBYS rage at unit plans
A south coast village seemingly full of NIMBYS are raging against plans for an apartment complex, just months after fighting a similar plan. Here’s the latest.
Live results: Updates from all Sydney councils
The NSW Local Government elections have been held across the state. Find out the latest results from all Greater Sydney councils.
Abused and used as a strip search dummy: Folbigg’s prison hell
Kathleen Folbigg’s friends, who have supported her since the very first day she was taken into custody, have revealed graphic details of the fear, humiliation and isolation she experienced behind bars.
Green light for new weight loss drug in Australia
Mounjaro, which has been taken by celebrities such as Whoopi Goldberg, Sunny Hostin and Charles Barkley has been approved by the TGA for weight loss.
School accused of ‘glossing over’ Year 7 student’s suicide
The suicide of a 12-year-old Sydney schoolgirl has prompted a world-renowned expert to stress the importance of parents having tough conversations with their children.
School phone ban dials back bullying
By turning back time in NSW classrooms and banning mobile phones, students are playing outside more and behaving better both at school and online, The Sunday Telegraph can reveal.
Council election 24’: Results roll in for coastal candidates
Results are rolling in for wannabe councillors along the south coast, as a hard fought election comes to a close. Here are the results.
Rudd racks up his air miles on Assange trip
Who gets to use US Ambassador Kevin Rudd’s many air miles points? Which lobby group has taken exception to the Education Minister — and why? And who’s been spotted around town? The Sauce has it all.
Former premier trades Beecroft for new US gig
The four-bedroom Beecroft home of former NSW premier Dominic Perrottet, his wife Helen and their big family has been rented out within a week of being put up for lease.
‘Our hearts are so full’: Sophie Delezio welcomes her first child
Miracle burns survivor Sophie Delezio has welcomed her first child with fiance Joseph Salerno.
Teal MP warns Labor on Greens’ ‘climate trigger’ deal
A climate-conscious independent MP has warned Labor against doing a deal with the Greens for a ‘climate trigger’ that could derail crucial business projects.
Bondi beached: Images reveal sad state of iconic suburb
Bondi residents are pleading with the local council to revamp and revitalise the beachside hub’s once famous night-life venues as summer approaches. TAKE OUR POLL.
Why you won’t see Dutton’s children in the public eye
Peter Dutton is fiercely protective of his kids and remains absolutely resolute about one topic – they’ll stay away from the limelight as he fights to rob Anthony Albanese of Australia’s top job.
Sniffer dog: Addo-Carr’s coke test turmoil
Bulldogs star Josh Addo-Carr will not play another game this season – even as he remains adamant he has never knowingly ingested any illegal drugs despite returning two positive readings for cocaine.
Where you can vote today in council election
Voting for the NSW Local Government elections opened on Saturday. Here’s everything you need to know along with a list of all the polling locations.
Mum charged with murder over death of two boys
A woman has been charged with two counts of murder after two boys were found dead in a Blue Mountains home.
NSW votes: Clover aims for record-breaking 20-year reign
Millions of voters will go to the polls in 128 different councils today. Some will have no Liberal candidates to vote; while in Sydney, Clover Moore is seeking a record sixth term as mayor.
Panthers fans farewell Penrith Park (for now)
Harrison Finlay reports from Penrith Park, which will go under renovations for two years after the Panthers-Roosters qualifying final.
Is former greyhounds boss hoping for a win in court?
Recently departed CEO of Greyhound Racing NSW Rob Macaulay is suing the organisation for unfair dismissal, well-placed insiders have informed this column.
Nurse guilty of job juggle slammed over ‘unacceptable’ patient risk
A tribunal has found a financially stressed nurse posed a risk to patients by juggling jobs at a mental health hospital, an aged care home and as an NDIS provider.
Howard backs Dutton in takeover of troubled NSW Liberals
Ex-PM John Howard says the decision by Liberal leader Peter Dutton and the federal executive to take-over the troubled NSW division would “ensure” the party was better placed to defeat the Albanese government.
Killer bus driver set to appeal sentence
Brett Button has lodged an intention to appeal the 32-year jail term he received for killing 10 passengers and injuring a further 25 people in the horror Hunter Valley bus crash.
‘Westfield by the water’: Museum’s expansion plans panned
New images of the Parramatta Powerhouse Museum’s expansion plans have been revealed – but not everyone is thrilled, with critics saying the ‘detail in retail’ trumped community concerns.
Woman’s wheelchair stolen in brazen burglary
A Northern Rivers woman living with a spinal injury has been left devastated after a callous crook broke into her home and stole not only her car – but her wheelchair too.
Bears boss reacts over calls to ‘open up’ North Sydney Oval
A bold proposal to allow junior sporting and community events to be held at the storied North Sydney Oval has been met with a lukewarm response from the boss of the North Sydney Bears.
Two cocaine users dead after accidentally taking heroin instead
Two people have died and another two have been hospitalised after accidentally overdosing on drugs they thought were cocaine but were actually heroin. NSW Health has advice for drug users.
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