27 h. ago Sacked Transport official recalls dealings with alleged mastermind of kickback scheme

The former Transport department staffer has told an anti-corruption inquiry about how he first became involved in the kickback arrangements in 2019.

Politics

57 h. ago This Sydney council wants to create a new Chinatown. It’s not where you expect

Both Burwood and Haymarket are known for having booming Chinatown precincts. Now, another Sydney city could be joining the ranks.

Politics

4 d. ago Why a Sydney council banished a ‘troll bar’ from under the Harbour Bridge

Should trolls be allowed to roam under the Sydney Harbour Bridge? That’s the question at the centre of a planning row involving North Sydney Council, heritage groups and a determined publican.

Politics

8 d. ago Transport department engineer admits pocketing at least $110,000 in kickbacks

The engineer told an anti-corruption inquiry about his role in a deal hatched in 2021 with the alleged mastermind of the kickback scandal.

Politics

9 d. ago ‘I was suspicious’: Whistleblower recalls dealings with fugitive Transport manager

The whistleblower has told an inquiry that the alleged mastermind of a corrupt scheme applied undue pressure on her when she started to raise concerns.

Politics

1 week ago Controversial $39m development approved next to St Mary’s Cathedral

The City of Sydney Council opposed the plan but a NSW court has given it the green light.

Politics

3 w. ago Sydney council boss urged ‘creative accounting’ to find $25 million, inquiry told

Liverpool councillors ousted John Ajaka, a former state MP, last year after a spectacular falling out with Mayor Ned Mannoun.

Economics