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.
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Bylong residents celebrate another win over coal company
In a win for residents and the environment, the NSW Court of Appeal has rejected a bid for a coal mine in the fertile Bylong Valley, north-west of Sydney.
Western and South-Western Sydney residents condemn inconsistent Covid compliance policing
Residents of Western and South-Western Sydney are furious over double standards, including inconsistent Covid policing and fines.
Common Ground residents demand compensation for harsh lockdown
Residents of the Common Ground housing estate in Camperdown are demanding compensation for their treatment during a 14-day hard lockdown.
Life with Covid-19: essential worker speaks out
Despite the NSW Government’s admission that essential workplaces are key sites of Covid-19 transmission, it has done little to address workers’ concerns, reports Isaac Nellist.
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.
Covid-19 testing nurse slams lack of health staff
Eighteen months since the first local cases of Covid-19, frontline health workers say the NSW health system is “on the brink”.
Sydney lights up for ABBA album launch
ABBA has simultaneously launched their new album in Sydney and eight other cities, in a nod to the special history between the Swedish supergroup and the Habour City.
Back to school: face-to-face learning to recommence from 25 October
Parents, teachers and students have been given clarity around when children can return to school, with staggered face-to-face learning to commence on 25 October.
Small Business Party takes the fight to Town Hall
With small businesses needing strong representation more than ever, John Moyle profiles the Small Business Party ahead of the NSW local government elections.
Sydney Coles workers ‘force management to act on Covid-19 threat’
Workers at a Coles distribution warehouse in Sydney have alleged managers put profits above their health and safety, failing to take appropriate Covid-safe measures.
Greenwich, City of Sydney councillors urge NSW Govt to withdraw Infrastructure Contributions Bill
Member for Sydney Alex Greenwich and City of Sydney councillors are calling on the NSW Government to withdraw a Bill which could rob councils of 50 per cent of developers’ contributions.
AstraZeneca to change name of its Covid-19 vaccine
The AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine will have its name changed in Australia, the company has announced – but the product will remain the same.
Pfizer jab now open to those aged 16-39 in 12 Sydney LGAs
Bookings for the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine are now open to people aged 16-39 across a large swathe of Sydney.