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How vulnerable are Australia’s cities to extreme heat? Explore our maps

Exclusive: Residents of western Sydney and outer suburbs of Melbourne are at particular risk of high temperatures, data shows

The Guardian - AU

'I will never forget it': star laments Sydney FC split

Douglas Costa and Sydney FC have agreed to end the Brazilian star's deal after he had to admit defeat in his bid to travel to Australia.

AAP

When Ziggy’s bond was withheld after eviction without cause from his Sydney rental, he challenged it – and won

Advocates say it should be easier to dispute bond claims, as tenants in Australia’s toughest rental markets are increasingly losing their deposits

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Why complacency is the biggest fear for sailing veteran

With the Sydney-Hobart 100 days away, Back 2 Black skipper Sean Langman is gearing up to do the race for a 34th time, and safety is a top priority for him.

AAP

NSW is overhauling its planning system to build more houses faster. What’s proposed and could it help?

Reforms increase types of projects that don’t require a development application and establish a ‘single door’ coordination agency

The Guardian - AU

Gas leak at Sydney restaurant kills 25-year-old man and leaves 7 hospitalised

Police officials say they detected ‘extremely high levels’ of carbon monoxide at venue

The Independent UK

Sydney’s west on frontline for most extreme heat and biggest health risks – but inner city faces water threat

Western suburbs, where temperatures are often 5C warmer, need shaded bus stops, more green space and better environmental standards in rented homes, locals say

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Afternoon Update: man dies in Sydney gas leak; Trump to file US$15bn lawsuit against New York Times; and Gout charms global media

Seven people, including five police officers, being treated in hospital after gas leak at restaurant in Riverstone

The Guardian - AU

NRLW star's recovery from 'most uncomfortable' injury

For Sydney Roosters captain Isabelle Kelly, getting back on the field in time for the NRLW finals has been quite literally like pulling teeth.

AAP

One Dead & Six Others In Hospital After Restaurant Gas Leak In Sydney’s North-West

One person has died and six others have been rushed to hospital after a suspected carbon monoxide leak in Sydney's north-west this morning.

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One dead and seven in hospital after gas leak at Sydney restaurant Haveli

Five police officers among those taken for treatment after being called to Indian eatery in Riverstone

The Guardian - AU

The dinner pledge that secured Sydney the 2000 Olympics

John Coates' campaign for Sydney to host the 2000 Olympics culminated in a last-ditch financial offer to two African sporting bigwigs in a Monte Carlo hotel.

AAP

'Frustrated' Mata confident he and ALM can rise again

Former Premier League star Juan Mata has departed the Western Sydney Wanderers and joined one of their A-League Men rivals, believing the only way is up.

AAP

Wong says Netanyahu government ‘more isolated than ever’ – as it happened

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John Farnham comeback Whispering Jack becomes a musical

John Farnham returned to the charts in 1986 with Whispering Jack. A musical about his comeback will have its world premiere at the Sydney Theatre Company.

The Independent UK

Rising seas may threaten 1.5m Australians by mid-century as heat deaths quadruple, report finds

The Guardian - AU

John Farnham musical Whispering Jack headlines Sydney Theatre Company’s 2026 season

STC program also features an AFLW drama by Prima Facie playwright Suzie Miller and star turns from Sam Worthington, David Wenham and Miranda Otto

AAP

The two big reasons for Sydney's 2000 Olympic success

Australian Olympic Committee president Ian Chesterman says there are two chief reasons why Sydney's 2000 Games were a raging success.

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'Does your head in': why the PM's office is closing

Anthony Albanese will be moving to a different site for his electorate office in Sydney after the lease was brought to an end after almost 30 years.

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8 Things To Do In Sydney & Melbourne This Spring That’ll End Your Winter Hibernation

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Horses and courses: how Sydney won the 2000 Olympic bid

Sydney's bid to host the 2000 Olympics enlisted near-extinct Mongolian horses, Kerry Packer's choppers, Gough Whitlam's hospitality, and more to get the win.

AAP

Behind the lens of the Sydney Olympics, 25 years on

Watched by 3.7 billion people, the Sydney Olympics holds iconic status in the Games' history and AAP chief photographer Dean Lewins was there to capture it.

The Guardian - AU

After four decades of stalled attempts, there’s a new plan to ‘transform’ Sydney’s ugliest road

NSW government to rezone Parramatta Road corridor and make room for 8,000 new homes – but plan omits mooted light rail

The Guardian - AU

Wallabies fall short of huge comeback in Rugby Championship defeat by Pumas

Fast-finishing Australia lose to the Pumas 28-26 as they pay a heavy price for conceding 13 penalties to the visitors’ five in Sydney

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Swans' perfect start ends as Magpies stun at home

Collingwood, bottom last season, kept Sydney goalless for more than three quarters at home on Saturday for an outstanding 26-point upset win.

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