Revealed: Next Sydney council planning a double-digit rate rise
Another Sydney council is considering a double-digit rate hike in a move that could see average households fork out an extra $500 on their rates bill per year.
Central Sydney
‘Streets are a joke’: Residents get mowing in Sydney grass stoush
Frustrated homeowners are arming themselves with lawnmowers to deal with overgrown grass along the sides of public roads as they battle for state and local governments to take responsibility.
How this sculpture sparked beachside battle in Bondi
Plans to create a large artwork in memory of two famous mermaid statues at Bondi has ignited a beachside battle. Here’s why it’s making waves.
Drink driver spat on police officer after rear-ending car
A high-range drink driver rear-ended a car and had a “scuffle” with its passenger at Chippendale before spitting on a police officer. Here’s what happened in court.
‘Jealous’ attention seeker lit sleeping Grindr date’s house on fire
A “jealous” woman lit her sleeping Grindr date’s Woolloomooloo veranda on fire three days after Christmas in a bid to get his attention when he refused to speak to her.
How ex-Uber Eats exec stole $80K from 50 Aussie restaurants
A former Uber Eats executive managed to rort the system and steal almost $80,000 from 50 restaurants across Australia. Here’s how he did it.
Victims left at risk after hacker breached 9000 court files
The number of victims impacted by a major court cyber security breach will not be known for at least a week, with people told to contact police if they believe offenders may have accessed information that can be used to find them.
Sydney mosque on warpath over nearby brothel’s expansion plans
Members of a Sydney mosque have hit out over expansion plans by a nearby brothel amid fears it will have a detrimental “moral and ethical” impact on the community.
$158 to prune one tree: Sydney council under fire over fees
A Sydney council’s tree maintenance fees have come under fire amid revelations residential strata property owners are being slapped with commercial rates as high as $158 to prune a single tree.
‘Beachside paradise’ shoots for suburb record
A fund manager’s ‘beachside paradise’ has a $25m guide but locals suspect the final price could even exceed the suburb’s house price record.
Sunrise stars’ secret ‘mammoth’ payday
Two of the stars of Channel 7’s Sunrise team are about to be mega rich if these lucrative deals are sealed.
Money for nothing: govt move adding big value to your home
Aussie homeowners could see their homes skyrocket in value, despite them doing nothing to the property courtesy of a major government move.
New mindblowing Aussie house price record revealed
The top end of Australia’s real estate market has exploded like never before in 2025, and this barely believable new price record proves it.
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Central Sydney weather
As autumn sets in what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Check out the latest on Central Sydney roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Check out the latest on Central Sydney roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Central Sydney weather
As autumn sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Beer keg collisions: Why Sydney’s new bike lane is causing a ruckus
A bike lane battle is brewing over plans to transform two Sydney roads into new cycleways as business owners warn the project could cut access and result in cyclists hit with ‘kegs of beer’ wheeled out from a popular pub.
‘Dangerous’: Sydney Harbour’s pollution source a murky issue
The source of sewerage continuing to stream into the city’s harbour remains a clouded issue. Here’s the latest on investigations as authorities work towards a “swimmable city” by 2050.
Guys & Dolls still rocks your boat in spectacular style
After 75 years showstopper musical Guys & Dolls may be dated, but its energy and exuberance still make it a certain hit.
‘Bad decisions’: Woman blocked exit while mother brutally bashed
A former regional rugby league player blocked a club’s bathroom exit door while a mother was filmed being brutally bashed. Here’s what happened.
Pub wins 24/7 trading rights after nameless NIMBY noise battle
A noise battle between a Sydney restaurant and residents of one of the city’s most sought after buildings has come to a head as new planning controls pave the way for venues to operate 24/7.
RL Central Coast: Ultimate guide to the 2025 season
With a returning club back on board and some huge signings across the competition, find out how all sides are shaping up with the RLCC season preview.
NRRRL signings tracker: Big boppers, local juniors boost Casino
There is plenty of optimism at Casino after some tough forwards signed on and a couple of gun local juniors returned home. NRRRL signings tracker.
Penrith District RL: Ultimate guide to each club ahead of season 2025
Local Penrith RL kicks off this weekend as nine teams battle for the Don Feltis Cup. Discover all the key signings and departures at each club in our ultimate guide to season 2025.
Souths Juniors: Season preview, ultimate guide to 2025 season
The hunt is on for the Souths Juniors premiership with eight teams in the race for the title. We preview every club in the lead-up to the new year.
WATCH: Raiders score try of the year contender to sink the Sharks
Canberra forward Hudson Young became the first player sin binned under the NRL’s high shot recalibration, but then helped set up one of the team tries of the season as the Raiders pipped the Sharks at the death.
Inside the business empires of Western Sydney
Some of Australia’s savviest business people planted the roots of their empires in Western Sydney. Here are the companies that experienced skyrocketing success.
Rap group member’s alleged gun and drug op cracked by cops
Members of a western Sydney rap outfit said to be aligned with one of the drill scene’s most high profile groups have been accused of running drugs and guns in the suburbs while police watched on.
Is Marty Sheargold in the Working Dog-house?
His controversial comments about endometriosis and women’s sport cost broadcaster Marty Sheargold his Triple M radio gig. Now it looks like he’s lost his TV role on Having You Been Paying Attention as well.
Doctors ordered to call off strike or risk psychiatrists’ wage deal
The Industrial Relations Commission has given the doctors’ union an ultimatum: call off your three-day strike in NSW hospitals or derail the wages deal for psychiatrists.
Bulldogs forced to pay almost $3m to child abuse victim
Western Bulldogs had a High Court appeal rejected, forcing the AFL club to pay a child abuse victim almost $3 million.
Key issue Albo and Dutton won’t use to curry favour with Trump
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton are united in not using one tactic to curry favour with Donald Trump for the sake of our nation’s kids.
New 3D video tour reveals bizarre clues about Rachelle’s killer
A new 3D reconstruction of Rachelle Childs’ prized Holden has revealed startling details that could help bust her cold case wide open. See the video, listen to the podcast.
We’re everyday Aussies like you – the true toll of Trump’s tariffs
Australians are facing a widespread hit from Trump’s tariffs, including farmers, winemakers and manufacturers. SEE THEIR STORIES
Man faces jail after bizarre abduction
A man is facing 10 years in jail after an intense abduction – but there’s a strange twist.
Huge Aussie rates call after new tariffs
If you’re an Aussie with a mortgage, Donald Trump’s massive new tariffs could impact you in a surprising way.
Musk loses everything in just 23 days
The world’s richest man has just been dealt a stunning blow as he looks set to finally leave Washington with his tail between his legs.
Mario Kart is changing forever
It’s one of the most iconic franchises the world has ever seen – but it’s about to undergo a drastic change with the release of a new game.
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