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We catch up with controversial muralists and Newtown favourite Scott Marsh to chat about life, the limelight and his latest work, Island Boys. More on Netown Scott Marsh is a talented mural painter and satirist whose large artworks on the side of walls around Sydney create conversations - and often cause controversy. Marsh uses acerbic humour on his detailed canvasses to address important contemporary social issues. Several feature prominently on the side of houses and cafes

Casey the performing chimpanzee brings chaos and tragedy to Marrickville streets in 1914. By Matt Abotomey In May 1909, an entrepreneur named Ellis Joseph brought a male chimpanzee to Australia. Casey, as the chimp was called, made his first public appearance in Brisbane. Casey knew how to entertain a crowd; he smoked pipes and cigars, played the harmonica and piano, clapped, did somersaults and poked out his tongue. Billed as the ‘man-monkey’ or sometimes referred to as ‘the

Ku-ring-gai Council’s Multicultural Festival will be held on Sunday 22 March with an amazing program of music, dance, food and market stalls. Held at St Ives Showground from 10am to 3pm, you can enjoy music and dance performances, interactive demonstrations and an exciting variety of stalls selling cultural wares and culinary delights from all over the world. There will also be a range of fun activities for the kids including art and craft, facepainting and pony rides. Mayor

3 day celebration of all things stickers at Sydney Sticker Expo. Send in your stickers and join the fun! Sydney’s most vibrant celebration of sticker art is back, and this year it’s bigger than ever. The Sydney Sticker Expo returns for three full days, transforming a love of sticky creativity into a global gathering for artists, collectors, and fans alike. What started as a one-night sticker bash in 2025 has exploded into a full weekend experience, bringing together local tal

At Restyle Haven, “restyle” is more than a design service, it's a considered philosophy. The practice centres on working with what already exists and viewing it through a different lens.

Discover which herbs thrive as the weather cools and how autumn conditions support healthy, productive growth. Autumn is a wonderful season for growing herbs. As summer heat fades, daytime temperatures become milder while the soil stays warm, creating comfortable growing conditions. Increased rainfall and fewer pests make it easier for herbs to establish strong roots and develop healthy leaves. Both leafy herbs and hardy perennials flourish during this season, making autumn p

We meet the ‘long-lifers’ - dogs who’ve spent months (and years) waiting for their forever homes - at Monika’s Doggie Rescue. Hidden among the bushland of Ingleside, just 25 minutes from Mosman, Monika’s Doggie Rescue is one of Sydney’s few no-kill shelters. For more than 25 years, it has provided a safe haven for thousands of stray and abandoned dogs. While many go on to find loving homes, some wait patiently, their second chance taking longer to arrive. Founded by animal we

A sprawling three-story Mosman property with views across to North and South heads and down to Balmoral Beach, sold for an unprecedented $50 million in October last year and has smashed the North Shore property record.

Fire rips through luxury yachts at Mosman Marina, causing millions in damage By Lucy Pearson Fire tore through a row of luxury yachts at one of Sydney Harbour’s most prestigious marinas in the early hours of Friday 9 th  January, destroying three vessels, badly damaging a fourth and forcing residents to flee as thick smoke filled the air. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) was called to the blaze at The Spit Marina in Mosman ,  on Sydney’s lower North Shore, shortly before 3.30am. M

Learn more about Clifton Gardens - an idyllic harbour side reserve tucked along the Middle Head Walk, offering a relaxed and versatile space for families, swimmers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Understanding bull sharks in Sydney Harbour and what swimmers need to know. By Alec Smart On Sunday 18 January 2026, a 12-year-old boy sustained fatal injuries after he was horrifically mauled by a shark in Sydney Harbour, west of Nielsen Park, Vaucluse. The beach alongside where he was swimming is named, not ironically, Shark Beach, and it features a netted swimming enclosure that is popular in summer. However, the boy, Nico Antic, was swimming outside of the netted area wit

Nel Restaurant’s indulgent new menu - The Story of Christmas  - is here to kick off the merriest season of them all. Acclaimed Chef Nelly Robinson’s ambitions know no bounds. From experimental chef’s table evenings alongside a rotating lineup of guest chefs to flying abroad to curate exclusive dinners at some of the world’s most prestigious venues, he’s constantly pushing the boundaries of creativity. And on top of all this, Nelly still manages to unveil a brand-new seasonal

Discover how ESCA Hospitality partnered with The Girls & Boys Brigade to support vulnerable youth in Surry Hills, launching fundraising initiatives, family dinners and a hands-on hospitality program that led to life-changing career opportunities.

Step inside a real day in the life of MP Tanya Plibersek, from early-morning dog walks to community visits, constituent support and family time. Discover her favourite local spots and what drives her after 27 years serving Sydney.

Discover the Australian Film Walk of Fame at Randwick’s Ritz Cinema, honouring actors and industry icons who shaped Australian cinema from past to present.

Discover the early history of Randwick, from its Aboriginal origins and colonial land grants to the development led by Simeon Pearce and the transformation from market gardens to a thriving municipality.

The Fur Salon & Dental is here to raise the standard and removing the stress of pet dental care & grooming. The Fur Salon Step inside The Fur Salon in Queens Park and you’ll notice something different, there’s no mad barking or chaos in the atmosphere. The air smells fresh, the space is calm, and the interior fit-out makes it feel more like a day spa than a grooming salon.  That’s because The Fur Salon was designed with one mission: to raise the standard of pet care.  Founded

The history of Randwick Boys High School goes back to 1883, and during that almost 130 years it has produced some notable graduates.  By Rita Bratovich Located on the corner of Avoca and Rainbow Streets, the newly amalgamated co-ed Randwick High School was, until this year, a boys-only Year 7 —12 institution.  As Randwick Boys High, it was well respected and consistently produced impressive academic results. On top of that, it can lay claim to educating some big sporting lege

Four trials, one death sentence and a menacing mystery that haunts Hopetoun House. By Elliot Lindsay 5 Frances Street, Randwick, 27 December 1952. The grand sandstone façade of Hopetoun House, once the eastern suburbs retreat of Lord Hopetoun, Australia’s first Governor-General, stood silent under a summer moon. Inside the 30-room guest house at number 5, the corridors smelled of linoleum polish and boiled cabbage.  At 6.45 p.m., Mrs Stella Rose Hearn borrowed the evening new

Reflecting on a season of resilience and renewal for Sydney’s beloved AFL team - The Sydney Swans. As the 2025 AFL season draws to a close, the Sydney Swans find themselves at a pivotal juncture. Emerging from the shadow of a disappointing Grand Final loss in 2024, the 2025 season was a journey of introspection and rejuvenation. Under the guidance of new head coach Dean Cox, the Swans aimed to recalibrate and rebuild. A Season of Challenges & Triumphs The season began with ca