Darlinghurst
Swillhouse’s bar Shady Pines Saloon to close after dispute resolved with landlord
The venue helped redefine the city’s bar culture, before allegations of sexual misconduct rocked its parent company. Now the site is being turned into a private members’ club.
- Scott Bolles
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Heritage farmhouse meets natural wine at this new bread fanciers’ hang-out
The All Purpose Bakery team brings “posh RSL” vibes and a no-bookings policy to a refurbished sandstone cottage on Oxford Street, serving rissoles, steak, oysters Kilpatrick and all things bread.
- Callan Boys
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- Courts
Is this Sydney’s Times Square? The battle over an Oxford Street billboard
A court battle has uncovered the startling revelation that the coveted advertising spot on the corner of Oxford and Flinders streets has not had council approval for decades.
- Michaela Whitbourn
Bar Copains team takes over food lovers’ haunt and chef hangout Bar Vincent
“When you’re in a position to buy such a great restaurant, you do”: Seasoned chefs Nathan Sasi and Morgan McGlone have snapped up the Liverpool Street venue, only weeks after opening their latest project, Bessie’s.
- Scott Bolles
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- Private schools
Head of top Sydney private girls’ school to retire after 30 years
The SCEGGS school board announced Jenny Allum would retire at the end of this year after serving as principal since 1996.
- Lucy Carroll
Redevelopment claims one of Sydney’s most popular late-night venues
The popular people-watching spot at the junction of Oxford and Flinders Street will reopen in a new location in 2025.
- Erina Starkey
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- Punpun
‘Great sandwich, great coffee!’: This Japanese-inspired cafe channels convenience store vibes
Darlinghurst cafe Punpun has quickly gained a loyal following for its pillowy sandwiches filled with steamed custard, sesame-crusted fried chicken and smashed beef patties.
- Lee Tran Lam
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- Avia
‘Hands-on and handmade’ is the motto behind this fresh neighbourhood tratt
Focaccia, pasta, vinegars, sausages are all made from scratch at small Darlinghurst spot Avia.
- Terry Durack
The Sydney suburbs where home buyers pay top dollar for tiny blocks
Architects have come up with clever ways to live in terraces and small homes close to parks and playgrounds, and buyers are on board.
- Kristy Johnson
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