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After five years of renovation and a budget that ballooned to $122 million, North Sydney's beloved Olympic Pool finally has an opening date: August 7. Swimmers will soon dive back into the harbourside landmark with stunning views, new indoor pools, and upgraded facilities.
After six years, Sydney families near the new Western Sydney Airport can finally build granny flats again. The change lets 1,500 residents create affordable housing for aging parents and young adults while protecting them from aircraft noise.
A New South Wales parliamentary inquiry is hearing solutions to revitalize Sydney's struggling live music scene, including free public transport on weekends. Industry leaders say better transit access could help young audiences across Greater Sydney enjoy more live shows.
A spirited group of 40 young Japanese-Australian cheerleaders are bringing their chants and performances to support Team Japan at Saturday's Women's Asian Cup final in Sydney. Despite being vastly outnumbered by Matildas fans, the Sydney Sakura Kids Cheerleaders want their team to know they have hometown support.
Hundreds of high school seniors across north central North Dakota gathered to be celebrated for their academic excellence and community leadership. The 30-year tradition recognizes students as they prepare to take their talents across the country.
North Korea's Naegohyang FC claimed the Asian Women's Champions League title with a 1-0 victory over Tokyo Verdy Beleza, extending the nation's remarkable run of success in women's soccer. The win adds another trophy to North Korea's growing collection of international women's soccer championships.
North Africa's AI startup scene is heating up fast, with deal activity nearly doubling in 2025 as the broader Middle East and North Africa region pulled in $858 million in AI funding. Egypt alone saw 88% more AI deals than the year before, signaling a wave of new founders building smart tech solutions.
The fastest marathon field in Australian history will race through Sydney on August 30, including both reigning world champions. It's a milestone moment for the sport down under.
Despite years of political tension, hundreds of South Koreans cheered through pouring rain as a North Korean women's football team defeated a local squad 2-1 on Wednesday. The match marks the first time North Korean athletes have competed in South Korea since 2018.
Western Sydney International Airport will welcome its first passengers on October 25, ending nearly nine decades of planning since the idea was first proposed in the 1940s. The new hub will serve 10 million travelers yearly and give western Sydney residents 24-hour flight access without curfew restrictions.
For 20 years, volunteers called the Mudcrabs have been restoring Sydney's Cooks River from one of Australia's most polluted waterways into thriving wildlife habitat. Their grassroots efforts are now recognized as the driving force behind the river's remarkable transformation.
After research showed half of female runners face harassment, Sydney is hosting safe, coached nighttime track events exclusively for women. The NSW program gets $500K to help women reclaim running after dark.
After a terrorist attack shook Sydney's Jewish community, a sold-out production of The Diary of Anne Frank arrives with a message audiences desperately need: hope can survive even in the darkest times.
After surviving Russian occupation in Bucha, wildlife veterinarian Maria Mykytiuk rebuilt her life in Sydney with help from strangers who became family. Her story shows how kindness can heal even the deepest wounds.
Political leaders and Sydney's Jewish community gathered to celebrate Israel's Independence Day with messages of resilience following recent terror attacks. The annual event brought together hundreds in a powerful display of solidarity.
Sydney doubled its rental ebikes to 7,000 in 2025, leading an Australian shift away from e-scooters toward pedal-powered alternatives. The switch comes as safety concerns cool e-scooter enthusiasm while ebikes win over cities and commuters alike.
Sydney's new waterfront fish market just became one of Australia's greenest public buildings, slashing carbon emissions by a quarter using smart heating and cooling technology. The project shows how modern infrastructure can deliver world-class experiences while protecting the planet.
After transforming afternoon radio into a daily celebration of ordinary life for over 20 years, ABC Sydney's James Valentine retired to focus on his health, leaving behind a city that credits him with lifting their spirits. His unique approach turned listeners into creative collaborators, proving talkback radio could nourish instead of divide.
After years of grassroots campaigns, Sydney communities are celebrating the return of axed bus and ferry routes. The wins show what's possible when neighbors organize for better public transport.
NSW Police are using new public safety powers to keep extremists away from Sydney's city center during Australia Day celebrations. Up to 12 individuals linked to disbanded hate groups now face five years in prison if they enter an 8-kilometer zone around the city.
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