Unexpected Insurance Shortfall Hits Sydney Resident With $1.2 Million Out-of-Pocket Bill
After a denied claim, a Sydney local is left responsible for a staggering loss, putting a spotlight on unclear policy terms and insurance accountability.
Local News
Crackdown on Illicit Tobacco Sees Dozens Arrested in Major Suburban Sweep
Authorities brought a halt to a significant trafficking operation as part of a broader campaign targeting underground tobacco rings.
Historic Theatre Saved From Demolition After Community Outcry Sways Council Vote
A heritage-listed venue will remain standing thanks to passionate residents who rallied for its preservation in a dramatic showdown.
Stray Peafowl Causes Traffic Jam During Morning Commute in North Shore
Motorists did a double take as a loose peacock strutted through peak hour traffic, causing chaos and a spectacle.
Politics
Budget Showdown Looms as Parliament Debates Cuts to Higher Education Funding
Legislators clash over proposed reductions that could reshape universities, fuelling heated public responses and student demonstrations.
Environmental Policy Reforms Create Rifts Among Cabinet Ministers
Internal disputes erupt as policy changes for climate action divide party leadership and challenge long-term unity.
Voting Age Review Sparks National Debate on Youth Political Engagement
Legal experts and campaigners weigh in on a government proposal to lower the minimum age to vote in future elections.
Sydney Life
Stained Glass Revival Brightens Century-Old Terraces in Inner City Suburbs
Local artisans are refurbishing historic façades, giving traditional stained glass a modern twist in residential homes.
Secret Rooftop Gardens Offer Urban Oasis Above the City’s Bustling Streets
Discover leafy retreats high above the concrete, where residents cultivate peace and biodiversity in unexpected spaces.
Unusual Pet Cafés Draw Crowd With Llamas, Mini Pigs, and Reptiles on the Menu
Sydney’s trendiest animal-themed cafés are breaking out of the cat-and-dog box, offering quirky companions for your coffee break.
