From fireworks to festivals, here’s how to end the decade with a bang
36,000 fireworks and the spectacular spots all around Sydney to watch them.
- by Ellie Dudley, Emma Hayman and Sian Brain
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'Absolutely bone dry': The Sydney duck ponds that have fallen victim to the drought
The pond will eventually re-fill but it will take years for the ecosystem to recover.
- by Ellie Dudley and Anna Patty
'Not in my backyard': Locals angry ventilation outlet could close pool
Inner west residents are fed up with disruption due to road and rail projects. Now they face a period of closure of their pool.
- by Ellie Dudley and Matt O'Sullivan
'The spirit of giving': Why there's been a surge in charitable gifts this Christmas
One in four Australians will donate to charity instead of giving a gift to a family member or friend this year, new research has found.
- by Ellie Dudley
'Completely powerless': Christmas tree farmers lose out in fire emergency
The NSW bushfires are threatening Christmas tree farms and increasing the price of trees.
- by Ellie Dudley
'When you've got a child with you, everyone talks to you'
Grandparents who are actively involved in the lives of their grandchildren as at less of a risk of loneliness and social isolation, a study has found.
- by Ellie Dudley
What Sydney's new water restrictions mean for you
For Sydney children experiencing their first drought, the key is education. Restrictions are a start, but there are more ways to conserve water.
- by Ellie Dudley
Original URL: https://www.smh.com.au/by/ellie-dudley-p4yvnu