Stay informed with all the latest Sydney news. From a World War II enigma machine to a Stasi camera hidden inside a flower box, one Sydney family has an arsenal of spy memorabilia.
7.30 airs nationwide every weekday morning from the ABC’s main national news studio in Parramatta, Sydney and can be accessed in all Australian states and territories.
News
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation News division produces daily television and radio news programs such as 7.30, PM, Australia Wide, Insiders, Four Corners, Q&A Landline Offsiders The World Foreign Correspondent Media Watch as well as weekly political analysis program Background Briefing as well as the long-running ABC News at Noon and various regionally produced news and current affairs programs.
A Spanish pink mansion with harbour views recently hit the Sydney property market for $120 million, while police are currently reviewing gruesome calling cards of a “contract crew” allegedly involved in six days of crime activity.
ABC News Mornings is hosted from Ultimo by Gemma Veness and Dan Bourchier during weekday broadcasts; weekend breakfast coverage comes from Melbourne by James Glenday and Bridget Brennan.
Sport
No matter if it be running a marathon or shooting hoops with friends, sport is an integral part of life in Sydney. From State of Origin and rugby league matches to cricket and AFL competitions throughout the year, Sydney boasts a dynamic sporting calendar filled with thrilling events like these that keep its citizens active and healthy.
University of Sydney rugby team played in an unforgettable intercollegiate contest. A remarkable contest ensued as Waratahs went up against an all-time great.
NSW athletes dazzled the crowds at Poland’s Whadjuk Noongar Country during Poland’s 2025 World Rowing U23 Championships held on Whadjuk Noongar Land. The competition proved highly competitive; yet provided both highs and lows for Australia’s squad.
Business
The Sydney Morning Herald’s business section is one of Australia’s premier business resources, covering both Australian and international business news, market analysis, trends and opinions. Additionally, the property market analysis as well as leisure-focused topics like fashion, travel and social media are featured here. The section is divided into several segments, such as Business Sydney – engaging with the business community to champion and deliver results for business, the city and region; World – news on global companies and business environments; and Property – covering property markets across each major capital city. On weekdays Ros Childs hosts this program; on weekends it features Jeremy Fernandez and Lydia Feng; it airs nationwide at midday each weekday.
Lifestyle
The ABC’s national news division is responsible for producing Australia’s most-watched television and radio news programs, such as ABC News Australia TV channel 24 hours per day as well as long-running radio news bulletins on AM, The World Today, and PM radio stations.
Sydney-based dominatrix Sheila Egan has one rule her clients must abide by in order to become her “sex slaves.” Google Calendar now features an option designed to help users meet their goals more quickly without procrastinating or falling behind schedule.
Social media influencers have taken to sharing details of cosmetic procedures they’ve had done on social media. A rising trend is vertical families living together within apartments; with some calling this area “hipster.” Others see it as being politically liberal-leaning enclave.
Opinion
Regular section in the Herald featuring work by columnists as well as reader-submitted content. It previously occupied the final column on its front page; however, in 2000 due to redesign, this section moved over to Opinion pages.
Peter Dutton’s uncharacteristic announcement on Sydney radio that he would prefer Kirribilli over Canberra is telling. For someone who champions traditional Australian values, elevating Sydney over Canberra smacks of elitism and entitlement.
No matter what side you sit on in regards to Sam Newman, his effort at softening for Australia Day should be seen as an encouraging sign for our political system.
