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North Sydney Council may soon start charging professional dog walkers
Aug 13, 2025

North Sydney Council may soon start charging professional dog walkers

Wedding companies, personal trainers and kayakers also face new fees.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
Here’s why Kristyn travelled from St Ives to the city to join Sunday’s March for Humanity
Aug 04, 2025

Here’s why Kristyn travelled from St Ives to the city to join Sunday’s March for Humanity

“This isn't about borders or religion or race or any of those things that segregate human beings.”

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
Ringing in the new year with privatisation: North Sydney Council set to ticket popular New Years Eve spot
Jul 29, 2025

Ringing in the new year with privatisation: North Sydney Council set to ticket popular New Years Eve spot

This year, North Sydney Council will be charging $50 for access to Blues Point during New Years Eve celebrations.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
Is it time for private schools like Shore and Redlands to pay council rates?
Jul 25, 2025

Is it time for private schools like Shore and Redlands to pay council rates?

While small businesses and residents foot the bill for infrastructure and services provided by local government, Sydney’s elite educational institutions remain exempt. One North Shore mayor thinks that should change.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
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Where to get Lunch in North Sydney under $15
Jul 16, 2025

Where to get Lunch in North Sydney under $15

You might feel stranded in the North Sydney CBD, caught between upmarket restaurants and $25 pub burgers. Have no fear: here’s your guide to an affordable lunch in North Sydney.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
Where does this unused track at Waverton station lead?
Jul 15, 2025

Where does this unused track at Waverton station lead?

You asked: we found out. Here's the story behind that unused track at Waverton station.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
North Sydney Councillors vote to receive maximum paycheck ... but how much is that, exactly?
Jun 24, 2025

North Sydney Councillors vote to receive maximum paycheck ... but how much is that, exactly?

Despite the odious optics of increasing one's own pay, it is possible many North Sydney Councillors will still be paid below the national minimum wage.

Huw Bradshaw
LifestyleLifestyle
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30,000 loans a year: Why Stanton Library’s DVD collection is thriving in the age of streaming
Jun 18, 2025

30,000 loans a year: Why Stanton Library’s DVD collection is thriving in the age of streaming

In a cost of living and mental health crisis, the DVD collection at Stanton library has been a salve for me - and I’m not alone.

Melissa Mantle
PoliticsPolitics
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NSW Labor's 30% housing pledge meets a 5% reality in North Sydney
Jun 03, 2025

NSW Labor's 30% housing pledge meets a 5% reality in North Sydney

While many locals have protested this controversial new development for its height and location, it also represents a major backstep on NSW Labor affordable housing commitments.

Huw Bradshaw
PoliticsPolitics
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Knives out at North Sydney: Councillors determine new path forward after 87% rate rise rejection
May 28, 2025

Knives out at North Sydney: Councillors determine new path forward after 87% rate rise rejection

In the midst of tit-for-tat remarks, re-budgeting and service cuts, North Sydney councillors grappled with their rejection by IPART.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
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New South Wales joins VIC, ACT in banning no-grounds evictions
May 19, 2025

New South Wales joins VIC, ACT in banning no-grounds evictions

Areas with high percentages of renters, such as the North Sydney LGA, will be particularly impacted by the reforms.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
North Sydney Council proposes Cycling Super Highways along Pacific Highway, Military Road
May 19, 2025

North Sydney Council proposes Cycling Super Highways along Pacific Highway, Military Road

The plans, aimed to be completed by 2045, seeks to quadruple the number of cyclists in the area.

Huw Bradshaw
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