Inside Allegra Spender’s bold bid for an independent Wentworth
John Moyle interviews candidate for Wentworth, Allegra Spender, who hopes to oust Liberal member Dave Sharma and return the seat to independent hands.
Labor
Local government elections: Clover returned despite swing against her
Clover Moore has been comfortably returned as Sydney Lord Mayor despite a swing against her.
“Businesses deserve two votes, not one”: the Liberal candidate for Sydney Lord Mayor
Editor-at-large Gary Nunn meets Shauna Jarrett, the conservative candidate who has thrown her hat in the ring to run the City of Sydney.
Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill passes NSW Lower House
The NSW Lower House has passed the Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill on the last parliamentary sitting day for the year, 52 to 32 votes.
“I was losing my whole identity – I thought I’d become irrelevant”: Angela Vithoulkas
Small Business Party founder and leader Angela Vithoulkas on losing her business – and why she changed her mind on running for a third council term at the City of Sydney.
It’s time for a progressive spring – but don’t expect one with Chris Minns
The NSW Labor leader’s decision to vote against voluntary assisted dying shows him to be out of touch, lacking leadership and deeply disappointing to progressive voters, opines Gary Nunn.
Children and families welcome Labor councillor’s challenge to scrapping of 9pm NYE fireworks
Young families have welcomed City of Sydney Councillor Linda Scott’s call for a debate over the cancellation of Sydney’s 9pm New Year’s Eve fireworks.
Climate activists continue to challenge push for gas
Climate activists are continuing to demand that both major parties heed climate science and pull back from “gas-led recovery” plans, reports Margaret Gleeson.
Who killed Juanita? Part three: the wash up – and Juanita’s place in popular culture
In the final instalment of a three-part series on Juanita Nielsen, John Moyle explores the years after Nielsen’s disappearance, including her entry into the lexicon of popular culture.
Who killed Juanita? Part one: the wild days and wicked ways of the Cross
In July 1975, activist, journalist and Kings Cross local Juanita Nielsen disappeared, never to be seen again. In this – the first instalment of a three-part series of articles on the topic – John Moyle paints a picture of the Cross at the time.
The Existential Expert on lockdown hookups and frothing for Gladys
The Existential Expert looks at how to handle the hordes coming for you on dating apps during lockdown … and what to do when you inadvertently develop a crush on the NSW Premier.
“I hope I haven’t scared my kids too much!”: Paddy Manning
Ahead of moderating an event at the Antidote festival, Paddy Manning speaks to Gary Nunn about climate change, News Corp and how writers make ends meet.
Inner West Council de-amalgamation: the real costs and benefits
With residents of Inner West Council soon to have their say on de-amalgamation, Pip Hinman weighs in on the costs and benefits.
Callan Park: a question of Trust
A war of words has broken out over the future management of Callan Park and whether the site is under new risk of commercial redevelopment.
Meeting hears case for Inner West Council de-amalgamation
A resident-initiated meeting to discuss the case to de-amalgamate the Inner West Council has drawn good numbers, reports Markela Panegyres.