Latest news from Sydney.
Federal
The NSW Government has committed $14 million to planning a new 160-event-a-year arena in Newcastle, marking a significant investment in regional infrastructure beyond Sydney.
19 July 2026written 26 June 20261 min read
Finance
A plain-English walkthrough of how new businesses get set up in New South Wales, from choosing a structure to registering an ABN, sorting licences and understanding the tax basics.
19 July 2026written 26 June 20264 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): business.gov.au, smallbusiness.nsw.gov.au, abs.gov.au
Finance
A bruising session on Wall Street and a dramatic slump in Tokyo have left Sydney investors counting the cost across superannuation balances heavily exposed to resources and financials.
19 July 20263 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): finance.yahoo.com
Finance
A plain-English guide to stamp duty, conveyancing, inspections and every other upfront cost when buying property in Sydney, including current thresholds and concessions.
19 July 2026written 26 June 20265 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): revenue.nsw.gov.au, service.nsw.gov.au, nsw.gov.au +2 more
Community
Australia's World Cup qualification sparked unprecedented daytime venue crowds and workplace absenteeism as Sydney's CBD offices emptied for the Paraguay match.
19 July 2026written 26 June 20261 min read
Lifestyle
Value-focused diners are shaping choices in a scene that blends specific regional cuisines with established fine dining hubs and neighborhood strips.
19 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): reddit.com, nationalgeographic.com, sydneytourism.org +1 more
Technology
Industry analysts forecast Sydney's property market trends for 2026 amid economic shifts and interest rate changes.
19 July 2026written 9 July 20261 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): techcrunch.com, techcrunch.com, reuters.com +1 more
Things to Do
The city's cooler months come with their own rewards: steamy bathhouses, world-class galleries, coastal hikes and whales passing offshore.
17 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): sydney.com
Lifestyle
Sydney residents who navigate the city streets each day share straightforward advice on winter layers and weekend escapes.
12 July 20261 min read
Politics
The new Affordable Housing Bill introduced this week aims to ease housing pressures for Sydney residents by boosting supply and supporting lower-income renters.
11 July 20262 min read
Wellness
Sydney workers balancing coastal runs and city commutes are learning that short rests can sharpen focus or sabotage evening sleep depending on timing and duration.
10 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): theguardian.com, theguardian.com, theguardian.com
Property
Sydney median dwelling values rose 3.4 per cent in the three months to June, ahead of the 2.1 per cent lift recorded in the same quarter of 2025.
10 July 20261 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): reuters.com
Wellness
Sydney workers are adopting quick breathing drills to reset focus between meetings and commutes.
10 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): theguardian.com
Property
Northern Beaches waterfront properties show sustained buyer interest driven by ferry access and limited new stock.
10 July 20261 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): realestate.com.au, realestate.com.au
Property
Houses in established suburbs are gaining ground on units, reshaping buyer choices in a market where median values sit near $1.4 million.
10 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): realestate.com.au, realestate.com.au
Culture
From the Art Gallery of NSW to smaller Paddington spaces, the city's cultural institutions are making their case for your time and money this winter.
10 July 2026written 4 July 20263 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): theguardian.com, theguardian.com, theguardian.com
Community
Discover Sydney's best suburbs for families, professionals and first home buyers. Compare schools, transport, affordability and lifestyle across inner west, north shore and south.
10 July 2026written 2 July 20262 min read