5 d. ago ‘A sunblocking monstrosity’: The Sydney housing plan that puts heritage gardens at risk

The north shore development, opponents argue, would take away sunlight. Proponents support housing near the station.

Politics

7 d. ago Move over Sydney – is this the best opera house in Australia?

While the Palais may be better known for gigs, we take a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to stage an opera in the famed venue.

Politics

9 d. ago House fire in Sydney’s southwest after two parked cars ignite

A fire has gutted the front of a home in Condell Park after two cars parked in the driveway burst into flames.

Society

1 week ago Police claim Sydney Opera House protest could be danger to public safety

A senior police officer claims a planned protest at the Opera House has ‘disaster written all over it’, as the force takes court action to try to stop a rally at the iconic landmark.

Events

2 w. ago Rodger Corser returns to the theatre stage to join the RENT cast

Rodger Corser and the original cast of RENT return to the stage at the Sydney Opera House.

Politics

3 w. ago Packer v Packer as Gretel and James on opposing sides in Potts Point stoush

Sibling rivalry has collided with the most characteristic of Sydney obsessions – housing, development and city views.

Politics

3 w. ago The Sydney Opera House’s little sister and the other jewels of Antwerp

Belgium’s second city Antwerp comes first in the realm of boldly embracing old and new architecture.

Politics

3 w. ago It’s hosted weddings, Kim Kardashian and Drew Barrymore. What’s next for Parramatta Westfield?

For 50 years it’s been the go-to for western Sydneysiders. But should Parramatta Westfield’s redevelopment include offices or housing?

Politics

3 w. ago Sydney’s homegrown Hollywood producer swaps Coogee pad for Bondi house

Bruna Papandrea has worked with big names including Nicole Kidman. She’s also upsizing after selling her Coogee apartment for $3.5 million.

Politics

3 w. ago ‘Headed for a financial cliff’: Sculpture by the Sea in doubt amid budget shortfall

The dire warning comes just days before a key arts tax summit at the Sydney Opera House to find ways to extend a lifeline to the bleeding arts sector.

Politics