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Tim James does not rate North Sydney Council, and the feeling is (kinda) mutual
Feb 18, 2026

Tim James does not rate North Sydney Council, and the feeling is (kinda) mutual

With a state election due in 12 months, mayor claims the politicking is underway.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
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Gridlock: What happens when two councils can’t agree on a road?
Feb 09, 2026

Gridlock: What happens when two councils can’t agree on a road?

Upgrades to the lower North Shore rat run have been stalled for years.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
Here’s how much council thinks you should pay to visit North Sydney Olympic Pool
Feb 02, 2026

Here’s how much council thinks you should pay to visit North Sydney Olympic Pool

The redeveloped aquatic centre is set to re-open in mid-2026.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
One more time: North Sydney councillors vote to pursue 52 percent rate hike
Jan 20, 2026

One more time: North Sydney councillors vote to pursue 52 percent rate hike

The application now sits, once again, with IPART, who will determine whether it is acceptable.

Huw Bradshaw
Crows NestCrows Nest
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Why does the lower North Shore have such good Japanese cuisine?
Jan 13, 2026

Why does the lower North Shore have such good Japanese cuisine?

We spoke to some of the best Japanese chefs in the area to find out.

Huw Bradshaw
Local NewsLocal News
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North Sydney Council limbers up for another crack at a serious rate hike
Jan 12, 2026

North Sydney Council limbers up for another crack at a serious rate hike

Councillors will debate next Monday whether a 52 percent rise over three years is fair.

Huw Bradshaw
Ku-ring-gaiKu-ring-gai
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This rat poison is wreaking havoc on Australian ecosystems, so why are North Shore councils still using it?
Jan 09, 2026

This rat poison is wreaking havoc on Australian ecosystems, so why are North Shore councils still using it?

A 2021 study analysing the livers of dead powerful owls found 37 of 38 contained rat poison.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
WATCH: Harbour Bridge cycleway ramp opens in Milsons Point
Jan 06, 2026

WATCH: Harbour Bridge cycleway ramp opens in Milsons Point

The ramp cost $39 million dollars in state funding, and construction took 13 months.

Huw Bradshaw
North SydneyNorth Sydney
North Shore schoolkids told to ride with public, as 12 school bus routes are slashed
Dec 17, 2025

North Shore schoolkids told to ride with public, as 12 school bus routes are slashed

The bus operator said a review deemed the services “low-use”.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
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WATCH: Have you noticed the St Leonards dead zone?
Nov 25, 2025

WATCH: Have you noticed the St Leonards dead zone?

High rent? Low foot traffic? Wind tunnels? Why does this plaza in St Leonards feel so empty?

Huw Bradshaw
Local NewsLocal News
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Future uncertain for iconic Crows Nest childcare centre Kelly’s Place
Nov 20, 2025

Future uncertain for iconic Crows Nest childcare centre Kelly’s Place

The centre stands in between North Sydney Council and millions in state grant funding.

Huw Bradshaw
PoliticsPolitics
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Premier Chris Minns floats bringing back tolls both-ways on the Harbour Bridge
Nov 19, 2025

Premier Chris Minns floats bringing back tolls both-ways on the Harbour Bridge

The decision would return fees for northbound travel, toward the North Shore.

Huw Bradshaw
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