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McDonalds officially puts forward plans for 24/7 Crows Nest franchise

McDonalds officially puts forward plans for 24/7 Crows Nest franchise

The 24/7 franchise, opening at the top of Willoughby Road, follows other new franchises opened in North Sydney and Chatswood East.

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Crows Nest loses one of its most divisive restauranteers: Stuyvesant House set to close its doors

Crows Nest loses one of its most divisive restauranteers: Stuyvesant House set to close its doors

In perhaps our shortest interview yet, the Lorikeet asks restauranteer Rudi Dietz what he has taken away from half a century of service.

Huw Bradshaw
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McDonald's is trying to get a foothold in Crows Nest

McDonald's is trying to get a foothold in Crows Nest

The fast food chain has submitted plans to North Sydney Council.

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A housing boom or a developer's dream? Inside Crows Nest’s transformation

A housing boom or a developer's dream? Inside Crows Nest’s transformation

With 16,000 new residents expected to live in Crows Nest in the near future, the skyline of suburb (and living options) is set to change.

Melissa Mantle
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Crows Nest's 22-storey apartment block approved despite council objections

Crows Nest's 22-storey apartment block approved despite council objections

The development proposal was halted by North Sydney Council in December, calling for a reduction in the building's height.

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"Extremely inconvenient": Locals push for post office to return to Crows Nest

"Extremely inconvenient": Locals push for post office to return to Crows Nest

Two years after the Crows Nest Post Office was relocated to St. Leonards, locals and community leaders are rallying for a more accessible location.

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Where to find the best Japanese cuisine in Crows Nest

Where to find the best Japanese cuisine in Crows Nest

Crows Nest has been a hub of Japanese delights for years, but the past few years (and a new metro station) has meant enjoying everything on offer has never been easier.

Huw Bradshaw
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The best specialty coffee shops on the North Shore

The best specialty coffee shops on the North Shore

North Sydney and Crows Nest have quickly become a hub for some of the best coffee this side of the bridge.

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Council opposes 22-storey development near Crows Nest Metro over affordable housing concerns and project scale

Council opposes 22-storey development near Crows Nest Metro over affordable housing concerns and project scale

The friction comes as the suburb readies itself for massive development announced last month as part of the government's Transport Oriented Development program.

Christine Lai
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Cocktails in Crowie: A guide to the best bars in Crows Nest for your next date night or work happy hour

Cocktails in Crowie: A guide to the best bars in Crows Nest for your next date night or work happy hour

Now set up with its own Metro hub, Crows Nest is only going to expand its drinking options.

Raveena Kant
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From "Metromania" to malfunctions: the early feedback on the Crows Nest Metro

From "Metromania" to malfunctions: the early feedback on the Crows Nest Metro

Months after its launch, the north shore's newest Metro line has been a welcome addition, despite teething issues.

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Lime e-bikes have arrived on the North Shore

Lime e-bikes have arrived on the North Shore

Announced in late November, the roll out of the shared electric bike system has some thrilled – and others frustrated.

Marlow Hurst