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A notorious 1945 murder at 428 Crown Street left gangster Donald “the Duck” Day dead and wartime Sydney shaken. From jealousy and sly-grog rivalries to a courtroom battle filled with contradictions, this is the true story of one of Surry Hills’ most dramatic underworld killings.

Cleveland House, one of Sydney’s oldest surviving colonial mansions, is sliding deeper into disrepair after years of stalled approvals and delayed restoration. Discover the building’s remarkable history, its architectural significance and why locals are calling for urgent action to save this rare heritage landmark.

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.

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

From the canoes of the Eora people to an engineering marvel - this is the story of how Sydney learned to cross its harbour before the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Meet Kate Kachor, the Sydneysider digging into the 1980 disappearance of two local teens - and you can follow the story on her gripping new podcast.   By Isabella Edwards In April 2019, investigative journalist Kate Kachor happened upon a social media post that would play on her mind for years. The post, written by Helen Cooper, the youngest sister of missing teenager Elaine Johnson, revealed that Elaine had only received a missing persons post more than 30 years after her di

Explore the fascinating history of Clifton Gardens in Mosman — from its grand seaside hotels and shark-proof swimming pool to its days as one of Sydney Harbour’s most popular leisure destinations.

I like Aeroplane Jelly,  Aeroplane jelly for me! By Matt Murphy Contact via Instagram @mattmurphy8 Did you know the man behind this...

Tracing two centuries of pubs along Ku-ring-gai’s Pacific Highway, from early sly-grog shanties to today’s iconic local watering holes....

Discover the history of Mort Bay in Balmain, home to Australia’s first dry dock. Learn how Mort’s Dock shaped Sydney’s maritime industry, its wartime contributions, and the bay’s transformation into public parkland.

Explore the violent history of Balmain’s gangs between 1885–1900. From the notorious Liver Push to their clashes with rival pushes, discover the riots, pub brawls, and street wars that defined Sydney’s larrikin era.

On a damp November afternoon in 1937, the serene Lake Parramatta Reserve turned into a scene of quiet horror.  Frank Gilbert was tending...

The first peoples of the Parramatta district, from whom the name was derived, were the Burramattagal.  By Alec Smart Read more on...

Discover the haunting true story of Ruth Alma Brandt, a glamorous socialite whose 1926 murder in a Darlinghurst apartment revealed a twisted tale of love, lies, and betrayal.

Discover the stories behind Camperdown Cemetery, Sydney’s oldest surviving graveyard. Ghosts, colonial icons & rare flora await in this historic resting place.

Discover how Tom Roberts and the Curlew Camp in Mosman helped spark Australia’s Impressionist art movement and a new national identity on canvas.

Discover the history of Mosman Rowers Club, a beloved harbourfront venue that began as a boatshed in 1911. Explore its past, its evolution, and why it's still a favourite local spot for dining, events, and connection.

In 1900, bubonic plague struck Sydney, killing over 100 people and triggering mass rat exterminations, quarantine lockdowns, and city-wide disinfections. Discover how the city fought back and the impact it had on places like The Rocks, Darling Harbour, and Marrickville.

After decades sealed beneath Hyde Park, Sydney’s abandoned St James ‘ghost’ tunnels are reopening for public tours. Discover their wartime secrets, movie history, and hidden lake in this underground revival.

A disputed pak-ah-pu lottery win led to courtroom chaos and a violent street riot in 1892 Sydney. Discover the real story behind the Go Yew and Doon Goon factions—and how their feud changed the city’s Chinese community forever.