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The Daily Network editorial team publishes Sydney news, community coverage and daily-life guides for The Daily Sydney.

Articles from the Daily Network editorial team

Finance
Sydney's Economy Explained: The City's Biggest Industries and Where the Jobs Are
A plain-English guide to how Australia's largest city economy works, the industries that drive it, and the precincts where employment is concentrated.
25 July 2026, 10:06 am
Finance
Sydney First Home Buyers: Navigate 2026 Grants, Deposits, Affordable Suburbs
Everything Sydney first home buyers need to know about grants, deposits, and affordable suburbs.
25 July 2026, 10:06 am
Things to Do
Thousands of Humpback Whales Now Migrating Past Sydney's Coast
From May to November, tens of thousands of humpback whales pass Sydney on their annual migration, and you don't always need a boat to see them.
25 July 2026, 10:04 am
Finance
Sydney property transactions include Elizabeth Bay apartment and Crown Residences unit
Recent Sydney property sales and owner tenure patterns are reported alongside national discussions on property tax settings.
25 July 2026, 10:01 am
Finance
Sydney's Property and Housing Market: Prices, Rents and What Drives Them
A plain-language guide to how Australia's largest and most expensive housing market works, why it costs what it does, and the forces that shape prices and rents over time.
25 July 2026, 10:00 am
Wellness
Best Affordable Korean Skincare Sydney: Luxury Dupe Test
Sydney beauty buyers are switching to Korean serums that match luxury formulas for a quarter the price. We tested the ingredients and cost differences.
25 July 2026, 9:59 am
Community
Inner West Council Approves New Homes as City of Sydney Restores Democracy
Inner West Council approved new homes while City of Sydney returns to democratic representation.
25 July 2026, 9:59 am
Federal
Labor Drops Controversial Widow Tax After Fifth Legislative Amendment
The government has made its fifth substantial amendment to recent tax legislation, dropping a controversial measure affecting tax-deferred arrangements.
25 July 2026, 9:58 am
Lifestyle
Sydney's Best Bathhouses Offer Warmth This Winter Season
From a modern Surry Hills onsen to inner-west day spas, a hot-and-cold soak has become one of the city's favourite winter rituals.
25 July 2026, 9:56 am
Finance
ASX weakness hits Sydney-listed banks and miners amid commodity slowdown
Weaker commodity prices have dragged the local sharemarket lower, with major banks and mining stocks among the biggest losers.
25 July 2026, 9:55 am
Finance
Sydney first home buyer grants and stamp duty changes
NSW and federal schemes set price caps and deposit requirements for eligible Sydney buyers.
25 July 2026, 9:49 am
Community
Western Sydney Construction Accelerates: Metro, Rail Projects Launch Now
Construction has started on a new building at Bradfield City while Sydney Metro and rail projects advance in south west Sydney.
25 July 2026, 9:49 am
Sport
parkrun: Sydney's free weekly 5k that welcomes walkers and runners alike
The free, timed Saturday-morning 5k has spread to hundreds of locations nationwide, and you only need to register once.
25 July 2026, 9:46 am
Sport
Sydney's Year-Round Sports Calendar: 12 Months of Events
Every month of the year brings a fresh wave of sport to Sydney, from summer cricket and ocean swims to winter football finals and spring racing.
25 July 2026, 9:45 am
Finance
Sydney property auction sees Edwardian-era apartment pass in at $2.2 million
An Edwardian-era harbourside apartment in Sydney failed to sell at auction on Saturday.
25 July 2026, 9:44 am
Finance
Western Sydney construction starts on Bradfield City building and metro projects
Construction has commenced on a new Bradfield City building while contracts advance Sydney Metro and Western Harbour Tunnel facilities.
25 July 2026, 9:44 am
Finance
Sydney regions record lowest automation risk in Australia
Sydney-North Sydney and Sydney-Eastern Suburbs show the lowest automation risk levels across Australia.
25 July 2026, 9:44 am
Community
Sydney House Prices Drop 3.2% as First-Home Schemes Tighten Rules
Sydney housing values fell 3.2 per cent in the June quarter while NSW and federal schemes set eligibility rules for grants and deposits.
25 July 2026, 9:43 am
Finance
Renting in Sydney: Costs and Your Rights Explained
A plain-English guide to what renting in Sydney involves, from the upfront costs and bond to the tenancy rules and rights that apply across New South Wales.
25 July 2026, 9:41 am
Community
Sydney Heritage Apartment Fails to Sell at $2.2 Million Auction
A heritage apartment near Rushcutters Bay Park failed to sell at auction, reflecting current market conditions.
25 July 2026, 9:38 am
Finance
Cost of Living in Sydney 2026: Rent, Housing, Groceries and Utilities Compared
What it costs to live in Sydney in 2026: median house prices, weekly rents, groceries, transport, utilities and childcare, explained plainly.
25 July 2026, 9:38 am
Finance
NSW Government Awards $1M+ to 22 Sydney Startups and Small Businesses
Twenty two NSW startups and small businesses share more than one million dollars under the second round of the 2025-26 MVP Ventures Program.
23 July 2026, 4:55 am
Things to Do
Taronga Zoo Sydney Offers 15 Daily Talks, New Rhino Reserve This Winter
With more than 15 daily keeper talks, a new Rhino Reserve and a high-ropes course, the harbourside zoo is built for winter school holidays.
20 July 2026, 4:25 am
Federal
Online search giants face $50 million child safety fines as Australia tightens content regulation
Australia's eSafety Commissioner is gaining power to fine Google and other search engines up to $50 million if they fail to protect children from harmful content, signalling a harder regulatory line.
20 July 2026, 4:19 am
Lifestyle
Two coastal walks that show off Sydney at its winter best
Clear winter skies make the Bondi to Coogee stroll and the epic Bondi to Manly trek especially rewarding, and you might spot a whale.
20 July 2026, 4:19 am
Community
Sydney universities braced for scramble as federal entry rules shift
Federal reforms promise more university places, but Sydney students and institutions face uncertainty about how the changes will reshape competition for limited spots.
20 July 2026, 4:19 am
Community
A guide to Sydney's best weekend markets
From the award-winning Carriageworks Farmers Market to the vintage stalls of Glebe and Paddington, the city's weekends are made for browsing.
20 July 2026, 4:19 am
Federal
Fed-led tax plan debate heats up as Albanese dismisses concerns, signalling government will push forward
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is downplaying criticism of the government's tax proposals, signalling the administration plans to advance its fiscal agenda despite public and political pushback.
20 July 2026, 4:19 am
Community
Sydney's Iconic Landmarks Define One of World's Most Liveable Cities
The Harbour Bridge and Opera House are the backdrop to one of the world's most liveable cities.
19 July 2026, 11:26 pm
Community
Northern Beaches Transform: Manly to Palm Beach Becomes Sydney's Premier Destination
Why the Northern Beaches is Sydney's most coveted lifestyle destination.
19 July 2026, 11:26 pm
Community
Inner Sydney's Top Suburbs 2026: Where Professionals and Families Thrive
A practical guide to where to live in inner Sydney for professionals and families.
19 July 2026, 11:26 pm
Community
Sydney's Art Precinct Transforms: MCA and AGNSW Lead Redesign
The art and museum precinct around The Rocks and the Domain is being reimagined.
19 July 2026, 11:26 pm
Community
Sydney's Ocean Beaches Define Urban Life for Millions
From Bondi to Manly, Sydney's ocean beaches are the city's greatest public resource.
19 July 2026, 11:26 pm
Community
Inner West Sydney Offers Affordable Alternative to Eastern Suburbs, North Shore
The Inner West as a genuine lifestyle alternative to the eastern suburbs and North Shore.
19 July 2026, 11:26 pm
Community
Sydney North Shore: 5 Top Suburbs From Neutral Bay to Chatswood
A practical guide to living on the north side of the Harbour Bridge.
19 July 2026, 11:26 pm
Community
Sydney Winter 2026: 50+ Events After Vivid Ends
Concerts, theatre, festivals and things to do as Sydney settles into winter mode.
19 July 2026, 11:26 pm
Community
Sydney's Best Beaches: Local Guide From Bondi to Northern Beaches
A local's guide to the beaches that make Sydney one of the world's great coastal cities.
19 July 2026, 11:26 pm
Community
Sydney's Top 15 Gyms Deliver Results Across Every Budget
The top gyms and fitness studios in Sydney for every budget and fitness goal.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Sydney's World Cuisines Thrive: Diversity Transforms the City's Food Culture
The city's extraordinary diversity has produced a food culture of unmatched breadth and quality.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Royal Botanic Garden transforms Sydney Harbour into world-class green oasis
The garden on Farm Cove is one of the most beautifully situated botanic gardens in the world.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Blue Mountains: Sydney residents escape to this World Heritage wilderness daily
The mountains are the day trip that Sydney residents take when they need to breathe again.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Bondi Beach Becomes Global Brand, Rivals World's Most Iconic Addresses
The eastern suburbs beach is one of the world's most recognisable addresses.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Sydney's Top Wellness Retreats and Day Spas for 2026
The best wellness retreats, day spas and health escapes within reach of Sydney.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Sydney's Inner South Suburbs Define Contemporary Australia's Creative Hub
The densest, most diverse, and most creative square kilometres in Australia.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Manly Ferry Delivers Sydney's Best 30-Minute Harbour Journey
The ferry from Circular Quay to Manly is one of the finest harbour journeys in the world.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Sydney Opera House Reaches 50: Australia's Most Iconic Building
The Jorn Utzon masterpiece is not just a building, it is the most recognisable symbol of modern Australia.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Northern Beaches Deliver Sydney's Premier Surf Lifestyle From Manly To Palm Beach
From Manly to Palm Beach, the northern beaches offer the surf lifestyle at its most developed.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Sydney's Inner West Sustains Thriving Live Music and Arts Culture
Newtown, Marrickville and the inner west sustain the live music and arts culture that makes Sydney creative.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Sydney's Top Healthy Cafes and Food Spots for Nutrition-Focused Eaters
Where to find the best nutritious, clean food in Sydney - cafes, meal prep and everything in between.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm
Community
Sydney's Best Weekend Events: Markets, Activities, and Entertainment
The best things to do in Sydney this weekend - markets, events, outdoor activities and more.
19 July 2026, 11:25 pm