2 h. ago Albanese and Dutton gear up for their first election debate today

The prime minister and opposition leader are both in Sydney today, gearing up for their first election debate on the campaign trail.

Politics

2 h. ago Cargo plane makes emergency landing at Sydney airport overnight

A cargo plane has made emergency landing in Sydney, breaking the overnight curfew.

Transport

2 h. ago ‘This is out of control’: The 750 tradies who bought fake qualifications from criminals

Building defects cost Sydney home owners and taxpayers $700 million a year. Some of the problem begins with who is engaged to do the work.

Events

2 h. ago Restoring faith in building industry is vital for growing city

Building defects and unqualified construction workers are costing Sydney homeowners and taxpayers $700 million a year – even as development accelerates.

Politics

12 h. ago From nuisance to mascot, the true history of Sydney’s bin chicken

The much-derided white ibis wasn’t always a city-slicker. But now it calls Sydney home, a rare case of a metropolis being the saviour of a threatened species.

Politics

13 h. ago Magpies pair De Goey, Schultz to miss clash with Sydney because of injury

The forward duo have been ruled out of Friday night’s Gather Round match in Adelaide, while Dan Houston will also be absent after accepting his two-match suspension.

Events

14 h. ago Why Caro changed her mind on Hinkley handover; King tells Clarko, ‘don’t treat us as fools’

Port Adelaide’s “disastrous” start to the season is adding to the scrutiny on its coaching succession plan, while the Kangaroos’ efforts to deflect attention for their poor showing against Sydney did not impress a prominent club figure.

Politics

15 h. ago Caroline Wilson changes view on Hinkley handover; History mounts against Blues, Demons

Port Adelaide’s “disastrous” start to the season is adding to the scrutiny on its coaching succession plan, while Carlton leaders are keeping their faith as history piles up against their team making the finals.

Politics

15 h. ago Dutton harbours dreams of Kirribilli, but Australians never liked a Sydney bias

In framing their Constitution, the Australian people rejected Sydney as the federal capital. Perhaps Peter Dutton needs a refresher.

Politics

19 h. ago Two teams in 25 years: The historical roadblock facing Blues and Demons

History doesn’t bode well for the Blues in their bid to make the finals after a 0-4 start, as they returned to the training track on Monday seeking answers to their 0-4 start to the season.

Politics

20 h. ago Souths halves decimated by injuries as Bennett weighs up backline options

South Sydney may move Latrell Mitchell to five-eighth to cover for long-term injuries to their playmakers.

Events

26 h. ago Stuart didn’t think much of a wet patch in his lounge room. Then he came home to a flooded flat

Defective buildings across Sydney are costing home owners and taxpayers $700 million a year. This is what is at stake as development accelerates.

Events

26 h. ago Wayne’s weight watchers: How Bunnies lost 42kg and gained winning edge

South Sydney are leaner and meaner in 2025, and it’s down to a spray from coach Wayne Bennett on his first day in the job.

Politics

34 h. ago Darcy snags five as Dogs fall short; Saints’ win defies history; AFL admits Rankine mistake

The Dogs were brave in their loss to Fremantle, with Sam Darcy starring again. The Saints firmed up their spot in the top eight with a mature performance on the road in Adelaide, and the AFL admits an umpiring error hurt the Crows.

Politics

36 h. ago The three rules that rocketed this Sydney school up the HSC rankings

Boys are over-represented among struggling school students and under-represented in policy attention. Here’s how Balgowlah Boys and Marist College Eastwood found success.

Events

38 h. ago ‘Interferes with integrity of the game’: Hasler’s sin bin tirade in crosshairs

Gold Coast coach Des Hasler claimed the NRL’s renewed focus on head contact and use of the sin bin “interferes with the integrity of what the game’s about.”

Politics

42 h. ago ‘Interferes with integrity of the game’: Tino banned for tackle that triggered Hasler’s sin bin tirade

Gold Coast coach Des Hasler claimed the NRL’s renewed focus on head contact and use of the sin bin “interferes with the integrity of what the game’s about.”

Events

42 h. ago The Sydney council spending $300,000 on councillors complaining about each other

Staff say the rising number of complaints about councillors is getting in the way of business.

Economics

44 h. ago Man allegedly attempted to open plane door on flight to Sydney

Passengers and crew had to restrain a man from opening the doors of a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney on Saturday.

Politics

50 h. ago This seaside fish shop may sell the best fish 𝄒n𝄒 chips in the state

Portions are generous but it’s good to get in early before fish sell out at this small, smart and no-fuss old-school British-style chippy.

Politics