More than 30 Sydney parks to be tested for asbestos
Asbestos has been found at more sites across Sydney — including at three popular parks. Members of the public were able to continue using one of the parks on Tuesday, …
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Sydney suburbs becoming homeless hotspots as rents climb
Homelessness is increasing in hotspots where rents are also on the rise, prompting calls for increased funding for support services and more public housing. Half the people seeking help for …
Carruthers, Sluchinski, Koe complete Canadian men’s curling championship field
Alberta’s Aaron Sluchinski, Manitoba’s Reid Carruthers and wild-card Kevin Koe completed the 18-team field for the national men’s curling championship Sunday. Carruthers, whose team is skipped by Brad Jacobs, doubled …
Parents for Climate CEO Nic Seton exposes ‘serious’ temperature danger lurking in Sydney park on hot day
A Sydney dad has exposed what he describes as “serious” dangers hidden in his local park. Parents for Climate CEO Nic Seton went to his local park in Camperdown about …
Will foreign property buyers from China, Asia shun Australian market over latest fees surge?
Australia’s housing market is one of the most inaccessible in the world due to high prices and shortage, especially in bigger cities such as Sydney. Why confusion over Australia’s ‘golden …
Famed former Boston Symphony, TSO conductor Seiji Ozawa dead at 88
Seiji Ozawa, the Japanese conductor who amazed audiences with the lithe physicality of his performances during three decades at the helm of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, has died, his management …
‘Congratulations!’: Superstar Pink pauses Sydney concert as woman goes into labour
A woman has reportedly gone into labour during a Pink concert in Sydney overnight. Fans posted videos and photos on social media during a Pink concert at Allianz Stadium in …
McIntosh dethrones Ledecky in 800m freestyle, snapping American legend’s 13-year win streak
Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh has sent yet another shockwave across the swimming world by defeating American legend Katie Ledecky in the 800 metre freestyle. McIntosh touched the wall in …
Australia shakes off ‘Taylor Swift inflation’ fears ahead of Eras Tour concerts in Sydney and Melbourne
Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock said on Tuesday the “Taylor Swift inflation” effect has forced some spending adjustments, including in her own children, but played down the policy …
‘Dilapidated’: $820k inner-city dump for sale the latest sign Aussie housing market still in crisis
It may have walls, doors, windows and floors, but a “dilapidated” Sydney house with an asking price of $820k is yet another sign Australia’s inflated housing market is still in …