WorldSnow, gales + floods: Sydney in October?A powerful storm has ripped through the Australian state of New South Wales, causing flooding, lightning strikes and dumping 15cm of snow in inland areas.14 Oct 08:19 PM
TravelAustralia: Pause and effect at Sydney sand stripSculptures strung like pearls around Bondi are fascinating, writes Catherine Smith.14 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldWarm brings out worst in SydneySydney returned to the "bad old days" with a weekend of booze-fuelled violence in the streets, St Vincent's Hospital's head of emergency says.13 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldSydney stabbing leaves 1 dead, 2 hurtA man has died and two others are in a critical condition after being stabbed in Sydney’s southwest.29 Sep 10:26 PM
WorldTeen held over threat to kill ChristiansA second teenager has been charged after death threats were allegedly screamed at Christians outside a school in Sydney, while an Islamic State flag was brandished.24 Sep 07:13 PM
WorldTougher security is new normAustralians will have to put up with inconvenience and tougher security for "some time to come" as the world tackles terrorism, Prime Minister Tony Abbott has warned.22 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldMan found dead in car boot after two weeksA car with a dead man in the boot had been parked on the side of a western Sydney street for about two weeks, police say.21 Sep 07:26 PM
WorldParliament House on lockdown in CanberraA lockdown of the ministerial wing of Parliament House has been ordered in Canberra following intelligence concerns the building may be a terrorist target.21 Sep 06:27 PM
TravelWhen Australia tried America's gameDownunder wakes up to sports tourism, but Dylan Cleaver passes on the hotdog.19 Sep 12:00 AM
WorldAustralian leaders in new terror plotSecurity at Australia's Parliament is being ramped up amid reports of a planned terrorist attack, just a day after a beheading plot was thwarted by police raids.18 Sep 08:30 PM
WorldTerror plot accused a small-time actorSydney man arrested in Australia's largest counterterrorism operation allegedly conspired with Australia's most senior Islamist militant to kill random passerby.18 Sep 02:02 AM
TravelRoom check: QT Hotel, SydneyWinston Aldworth stays at a stylish Sydney property.12 Sep 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Did I teach you well?' Surgeon's patient his mentorA surgeon at Waikato Hospital was surprised to find a patient he was treating in the emergency department was the man he trained under nearly 20 years ago.03 Sep 11:13 PM
TravelSydney: New look at old townStephanie Simons takes a trip to Sydney ... and finds a city that's a big country town at heart.01 Sep 09:30 PM
WorldGovt houses with top views to be soldSix heritage-listed Government-owned houses on Sydney's harbourside will soon be up for grabs as the state pushes on with its public housing sell-off.12 Jul 10:51 PM
TravelAcross the TasmanWe all know about Barossa and its big, bold shiraz; the famous Penfolds Grange and Melbourne’s terrific foodie scene.27 Jun 04:15 PM
WorldOutage causes chaos at Sydney AirportA power outage is causing long delays at Sydney Airport, just as school holidays begin in New South Wales.27 Jun 01:16 AM
Banking and financeAussie foils RBA as growth rivals kiwi, poundAustralia is forecast to be among the fastest-growing economies this year, making it harder for the central bank to convince currency investors it won't raise interest rates.24 Jun 03:28 AM
New ZealandAussie hospitals could turn away KiwisKiwis attempting to sidestep doctor’s fees while holidaying in Australia could soon be turned away from Sydney hospitals.23 Jun 07:03 AM
EntertainmentAustralia: It's show time in OzHop across the ditch and catch some world-class theatre.21 Jun 04:15 PM
TravelAustralia: Sydney culture secretsSick of shopping and with time to explore before the next great meal, Catherine Smith walked her feet off exploring some of Sydney's culture highlights.20 Jun 04:15 PM
New ZealandKiwi charged with importing meth to OzA New Zealand woman has been charged with importing five kilograms of crystal meth into Sydney hidden inside machinery parts.08 Jun 11:56 PM
WorldBad 'monks' target Sydney’s Vivid showBogus Buddhist monks are trying to rip off sightseers at Sydney's Vivid festival.05 Jun 02:15 AM
EntertainmentSydney: Hear that Kiwi roarMangere's Nick Afoa is wowing Sydney audiences with his Simba the Lion King.01 Jun 12:00 AM
OpinionChris SchulzChris Schulz: It's time to illuminate AucklandThere's barely anything happening in Auckland during that giant snoozy hole between the end of the Comedy Festival and the beginning of the International Film Festival.28 May 07:00 PM
EntertainmentSydney lit up in Vivid styleThis year's Vivid Festival has Sydney sparkling more than ever, with 57 separate installations on buildings, in parks and footpaths across the city's waterfront and surrounding streets.23 May 11:00 PM
WorldAustralian sheep 'bash their heads' until they crack openThousands of sheep in Australia are believed to have died after eating a poisonous plant that makes them “bash their heads on posts and rocks until they crack open”.19 May 01:52 AM
TravelSydney: Where the wild things areBronwyn Sell takes the family on a wild Sydney safari.13 May 08:00 PM
OpinionChris SchulzChris Schulz: Called to the crushThe best concerts leave memories, mosh scars and minor hearing loss, says Chris Schulz.12 May 09:30 PM
TravelSydney for chocoholicsDiana Clement takes a decadent tour of Sydney's chocolate cafes.25 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelNew South Wales: Hop on a bus, train or ferryPublic transport is the way to go in and around Sydney, writes Rod Pascoe.23 Apr 04:15 PM
KahuMuseums unite to buy back taongaA medal gifted to a Ngapuhi chief in 1806 feared to be lost to his descendants forever, is on its way back to NZ after Te Papa and the Auckland Museum joined forces on the winning bid.16 Apr 04:15 PM