Deadly failures at aged-care home revealed
A coroner has handed down his findings into the 19 deaths of patients during the COVID-19 outbreak at Newmarch House at the height of the pandemic.
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‘No way’: Fury at plans for giant Macca’s
Plans for a giant 24/7 McDonald’s in a key Sydney suburb has created a furore online – with some locals claiming it’ll ruin the area.
‘Dream is alive’: Schofield’s desire to be linked with champion horse
Chad Schofield is back among the top in Sydney’s riding ranks even though it’s taken longer than expected, and there’s one horse that can help one-time teen prodigy achieve his dream.
Huge update after alleged cop bashing
There has been a major development in the investigation into an alleged attack that left an off-duty police officer seriously injured.
Deadly disease lands in major cities
A major health alert has been issued for two major Aussie cities after a highly-infectious and deadly disease was detected in returned travellers.
Traffic halted after nightmare tunnel fire
A car fire inside one of Sydney’s busiest tunnels has sparked a traffic nightmare, with emergency services scrambling to extinguish the blaze.
Schwarz ready to sizzle in Australia Stakes
Race experience at The Valley will help Sydney galloper Schwarz in his bid to topple dominant favourite Southport Tycoon in Friday night’s Group 2 Australia Stakes at The Valley.
Warner answers critics with huge BBL nod
He was banned from captaining Australia, but when the door opened for David Warner in the Big Bash, he proved his doubters wrong.
More pubs shun Australia Day … now it’s just the ‘long weekend’
Another big hospitality group is snubbing Australia Day, renaming it the “January long weekend” with no reference to the public holiday it revolves around.
Man asleep in tent stabbed by stranger
Police are investigating after a man reported being stabbed by an unknown assailant as he slept in a tent in Sydney’s west.
Moment cops arrest shirtless man
The man was arrested at a hotel in Pyrmont in relation to an attack on a Sydney synagogue.
Young BBL star’s sledge shot down by teammate
After a young star called his cross-town rivals scared the facts thrown back at him could make for a spiteful Big Bash final on Friday.
Bizarre reason for massive Sydney queue
The ultra-stinky Putricia the Corpse flower has finally bloomed at Sydney’s Botanic Gardens, treating visitors to its repugnant smell for the first time in 15 years.
Push to scrap ‘unfair’ $250 parking fee
A new push is underway to scrap “unfair” rules forcing renters to fork out up to $250 just to park near the beach in an affluent Aussie area.
Racing Confidential: Changes needed to ensure Carrington’s future
The Carrington Stakes was disappointingly dropped from Saturday’s Randwick program and two options must be considered to prevent it from happening again.
‘Brilliant’: Warner goes from banned to best
He was banned from ever captaining Australia, but when the door opener for David Warner in the Big Bash, he has proven all his doubters wrong.
Sky Blues farewell Socceroo in $2.5m deal
A Socceroos defender isn’t expected to play for Sydney FC again as he prepares to pledge his future to English club Portsmouth.
’Do your research’: Warning to drivers
Motorists have been warned that fuel prices could soar heading into the long weekend in one state, but there’s a way drivers can limit the damage.
Ousted Liberal’s vow to unseat Bowen
Best known as the ex-Liberal who attempted to sue former prime minister Scott Morrison, Matt Camenzuli will now attempt to unseat Chris Bowen.
‘Scared’: Star BBL spinner lights finals fuse
The Sydney Thunder lost their only full match with cross-town rivals the Sixers this year, but a young spin star has called them out ahead of a monster BBL final.
Stars crumble as Thunder set-up Sydney final
The Thunder have ended the Melbourne Stars’ fairytale run to set up an all-or-nothing Sydney Smash for a place in the BBL decider.
Residents stranded after building collapses
Residents were left stranded overnight after a 10-storey building partially collapsed, forcing more than 50 people to evacuate.
Stars crumble as Thunder seals all-Sydney Challenger final
The Stars’ miraculous playoffs berth had everything, and after a lightning delay, controversial catches, and non-appeals, but the Thunder have ended their fairytale run to set up an all-or-nothing Sydney Smash for a place in the BBL decider.
Carrington Stakes canned due to lack of acceptors
Saturday’s $200,000 feature event at Royal Randwick had to be dropped with limited numbers accepting for the race.
Ray Martin’s $8m home sale bonanza
Media royalty Ray Martin, Australia’s most honoured television personality, has quietly sold his Sydney home of 34 years for more than $8m.
Aus Day safe after rail unions’ backdown
Millions of commuters have been saved from further train chaos over the Australia Day long-weekend after the rail unions made a key concession in the latest court stoush.
Second arrest likely after synagogue attack
A man is in custody and another is expected to be charged over an alleged vandalism of a synagogue, as NSW Premier Chris Minns vowed “to leave no stone unturned” to stamp out anti-Semitic attacks.
Millions warned to brace for weather chaos
Millions of Australians are in the path of damaging winds set to hit the mainland on Wednesday afternoon.
Mayor’s excuse for ‘dead’ Sydney suburb
The mayor of an affluent Sydney suburb – which locals say has been ruined by backpackers – has offered an excuse for why the main shopping strip is “dead”.
If you need to poo in Bunnings – this is why
Something strange is happening at Bunnings stores across the country, prompting a Sydney doctor to explain the bizarre phenomenon.
‘Happens every year’: BBL’s big finals issue
The biggest games of the Big Bash have to be played without some of the players who make the biggest impact.
Axed Triple M star’s new radio gig revealed
NRL legend Mark ‘MG’ Geyer, who was let go from Triple M after 17 years on air, has landed a new high profile radio gig.
Aussie shares insane price of LA ‘snack plate’
An Aussie had a rude shock after ordering lunch overseas – but said the experience made her grateful to live in Sydney.
’Actors’: Worrying twist in vile attacks
Federal police are investigating if “overseas actors” are paying local criminals to carry out an escalating number of violent, anti-Semitic acts.
Teammate’s telling David Warner comment
After beating his captaincy ban, David Warner has dived into leadership in the Big Bash and urprised some opponents turned teammates.
Unions slash demands ahead of court clash
Details have emerged of a new offer the rail unions have made to the state government to end ongoing commuter chaos affecting millions.
Bachelor couple’s big $3m baby change
Celebrity pilot Jimmy Nicholson and his wife, travel host Holly Kingston, who met four years ago on hit TV series the Bachelor have made a huge life move after becoming first-time parents.
Owen, McDermott, David lift Hurricanes to shot at history
Mitch Owen, Ben McDermott and Tim David starred to lift the Hurricanes to a shot at BBL history, as they held on to beat the Sixers in the Qualifier on home soil.
‘It’s not a gamble’: Why Jarvis won’t back down from super fight
In just his second fight back after an 18-month lay-off, Sydney boxer Brock Jarvis will lay it all on the line in one of Australian boxing’s biggest gambles.
Dutton’s pledge as election roadshow rolls into Sydney
Opposition leader Peter Dutton has vowed to bring inflation under control and stop “reckless” government spending, while rallying the party faithful at an event to launch Liberal campaigns in three must-win seats.
Top cop’s huge call on hate crimes
Australia’s top cop has made a massive call on rising anti-Semitism across the country – revealing how police are now looking at whether some acts have been committed by paid criminals.
Man ‘can’t remember’ planting fake bomb
A man who placed a fake bomb on the car of a Palestinian supporter in Sydney says he “can’t remember” doing so, a court has heard.
Aussie James Bond’s final farewell
Our only ever James Bond George Lazenby has bid farewell to Australia with a $2.5m payday.
‘Bastards’: Warning after ‘disgusting’ attack
NSW Premier Chris Minns has fired warning shots at the “bastards” he says are behind an anti-Semitic attack on a Sydney childcare centre.
New age Warner message driving finals run
The two teams who have catapulted themselves into the Big Bash finals have one very big thing in common.
Socceroo to join exodus to UK club
Another talented young Australian player is set to join English Championship club Portsmouth.
Bella Nipotina to miss Sydney autumn carnival
Trainer Ciaron Maher will give The Everest winner Bella Nipotina an extended break and target the Brisbane winter carnival.
Teacher’s aide accused of child prostitution
A teacher’s aide has been charged over allegations he prostituted children he met online, allegedly extorting them through “fraudulent” online profiles.
Star embraces gross Aussie tradition on stage
American singer Benson Boone has become the latest visiting star to indulge in one of Australia’s grossest concert traditions.
Woman’s Facebook post before attack: cops
A woman allegedly made a request on Facebook before carrying out an anti-Semitic attack in an affluent Sydney suburb, according to police.
‘Human’: Grim find on Aussie beach
A popular Sydney beach is one of several in the city to be swamped by tonnes of rubbish – including some seriously creepy items
Greedy amount Sydney pub charges for a pint
A pub on the Northern Beaches of Sydney has left people outraged after charging an exorbitant amount for a pint of beer.
Best news for Sydney homebuyers in six years
The Sydney property market has just hit a milestone not seen in six years. For those looking to buy, it’s great news.
Crucial deal could end NSW rail chaos
After an ongoing pay dispute led to transport chaos across Sydney, a crucial deal that could end the standoff between the unions and transport officials seems closer.
Horror find after car swept away
A body has been found in northern NSW where a man went missing after his car was swept away in floodwaters.
Huge US star spotted at Aussie servo
A massive YouTuber has been seen doing a “servo run” with one of the Eastern Suburbs’ most well-known influencers.
‘So motivated now’: $3 pilates class hack
With just a few taps on your device, you can get a solid workout started without heading to the gym.
‘Brilliant’: Warner’s profound BBL impact revealed
After beating his captaincy ban, David Warner has dived into leadership in the Big Bash and even surprised some former opponents turned teammates.
‘It’s dead’: Grim reason suburb a ghost town
It was once named one of the most desirable suburbs in the world – but now its “dead” with even the local bank shutting up shop. Here’s the enraging reason why.
BBL finals sledge after Maxi madness
Glenn Maxwell has been unstoppable in the BBL and a veteran teammate says that spells trouble for their finals opponents.
Aussie reality star slams co-stars’ ‘cruelty’
The newest Aussie Real Housewife has been revealed – and she’s already got some fighting words after filming with her new co-stars.
Murder charge after man found unconscious
A man has died after being found unconscious inside a Sydney unit, with another man now charged with murder.
Dad’s warning after $410 fine for innocent act
An Aussie dad has issued a warning to other drivers after his daughter was caught making an increasingly common mistake.
Grim call on spate of anti-Semitic attacks
The NSW Premier has made a grim admission about the spate of anti-Semitic attacks gripping Sydney, flagging possible changes to the law.
Wild landlord demand closes beloved cafe
The owner of a beloved cafe in Sydney’s inner west has revealed the wild reason she was forced to close the restaurant’s doors.
$1bn upgrade for major Western Sydney corridor
The federal and New South Wales governments will each fork out $500 million to upgrade to a major transit corridor in Western Sydney.
Man accused of vile act to native birds
A man has been charged with animal abuse offences after allegedly capturing two native birds and confining them in Sydney’s eastern suburbs.
Scorchers smash Strikers to move into fourth
Perth Scorchers have smashed the Strikers by five wickets, moving into fourth and spot in the BBL finals – with the Stars set to play with their future on the line on Sunday.
‘I want to win’: J-Mac signals premiership intent with sparkling return
James McDonald put on a masterclass at his first Saturday Sydney meeting in two months with four winners including the feature January Cup at Rosehill.
Man found unconscious after alleged assault
Emergency services were called to a unit in Sydney’s north west where a man was found unconscious after reports of an alleged assault.
Search for woman after three pepper sprayed
Police were called to a store in Sydney’s CBD after reports three people were pepper sprayed while a woman was attempting to steal items.
Chilling details about nightmare drowning
The family of a three-year-old from Western Sydney who died on holiday in Bali have issued a warning to other families while remembering their “angel”.
Iconic beach unrecognisable after storm
Sydney has been hammered by days of grim weather, with one of the most iconic beaches in the world unrecognisable.
Horror as body found in the bush
The body, believed to be a man in his 50s, was found outside the town of Wentworth on Thursday.
BBL carnage as SCG roof falls apart
The Sydney Smash was abandoned due to rain but not before the extreme wind caused carnage at the iconic cricket ground.
Threat holding Australia to ransom
The latest chaos with Sydney’s rail network has exposed a gaping flaw that allows Aussies to be held to ransom as unions pressure governments for better deals.
Rain, wind, causes chaos at SCG as BBL’s Sydney Smash abandoned
It was the match-up every cricket fan wated to see, as Steve Smith led the Sixers into battle against Dave Warner’s Thunder, but rain and heavy wind caused chaos at the SCG, forcing the Sydney Smash to be abandoned.
Sydney commuters battered by wild winds
Brave commuters took on the Manly ferry on Friday as wild weather continued to smash the Harbour City.
Church smashed by tree in strong winds
Wild winds have caused havoc in Sydney, with a church smashed, cars trapped and rail services disrupted during an afternoon of wild weather that could worsen over the weekend.
New signing eager to impress for Sydney
Sydney FC has lost an attacker on loan to Perth, but has welcomed the arrival of another forward.
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