Why Richard Haigh is closing Cafe Parterre
An inside look at the local institution attracting royalty from the eastern suburbs and further afield since 1985 ahead of its seismic transformation.
In Depth
Meet the Bondi mum bringing Muriel’s Wedding to the world
At the centre of the runaway success of Muriel’s Wedding, Strictly Ballroom, Moulin Rouge and King Kong in theatres across the world is a mum-of-two from Bondi — Carmen Pavlovic.
Revealed: The east’s Queen’s Birthday Honours recipients
From judges to CEO’s and an everyday local hero — the east has had a whopping haul on the Queen’s Birthday Honours. SEE THE FULL LIST HERE.
The dark appeal of Game of Thrones
We live it, we feel it. Games of Thrones is the runaway success that has changed the face of television. But exactly what the series triggers within us is a terrifying reveal.
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Flames and tears as school burns
A suspicious fire that tore through the heritage building at a western Sydney school has left behind a structural nightmare; but heritage advocates vow to rally and see the school rebuilt.
Meghan and Harry’s gorgeous moments
FIRST they stunned the world with their beautiful wedding, and now Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made their first appearance as a married couple. SEE THE PHOTOS
Defending the Dam Busters
SEVENTY five years ago, a daring mission was launched into the heart of Germany. The story of 617 Squadron — the “Dam Busters” — has since become legend.
Civilisation, on Earth, 10 million years BC?
Ancient aliens. Devious dinosaurs. Benevolent Atlanteans. Could such legendary civilisations have left any trace behind that would survive the eons? Archaeologists are certain: we have … so why not them?
‘Time to halt high-density development’
BAULKHAM HILLS state Liberal MP David Elliott has come out swinging against developers proposing high-density construction near Memorial Ave and Windsor Rd, Kellyville.
All aboard to shopping central
CASTLE Towers shopping centre will have a direct underground link to the Sydney Metro station at Castle Hill — giving commuters the opportunity to shop all the way up to the train.
Cool, Kamahl and collected
LONG-TIME North Shore resident and legendary entertainer Kamahl reflects on more than 60 years in showbiz. The much-loved Malaysian-born singer says he has encountered massive success and cynical racism in his long career.
Riding the activewear wave
DESIGNER Pip Edwards reveals how her uber-cool athleisure wear label P.E Nation — worn by the likes of Elle Macpherson, Khloe Kardashian and Kylie Jenner — was inspired by Bondi.
Composer on song for LA stint
ANGELA Little was four years old when she heard a violin and decided she wanted to play. It proved the start of a passion for music that spanned the next three decades, and saw the Mosman resident co-composing the music for Baz Luhrmann’s film Australia straight out of university.
Why Smart chose art over acting
DEE Smart describes her life in a way that is rough and earthy and perhaps abandons any Bellvue Hillness: “Well I’m really friggin’ lucky”. The former actress reflects on how from depression came drawing, and now her life as a two time Archibald Prize finalist.
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