Balmain's Dawn Fraser Baths Is Finally Getting Some Much-Needed Upgrades

Australia's oldest pool is getting a facelift in time for summer.

The Tech These Small Businesses Are Using to Future-Proof Their Companies

Discover the ways these brands are playing the long game — from using AI to digital marketing tools.

Where to Shop When You're Craving More Hygge in Your Home

Make your place a cosy hideaway with pastel homewares, comfy linens and unique art pieces from these design shops.

Four Sydney Businesses Championing Local Products in Everything They Do

From sustainable homewares to steaming bowls of ramen, these businesses are keeping the chain as short as possible.

Where to Shop Like a Local In and Around Hurstville

Whether you're looking for hard-to-find spices, a rare comic or some German treats, you'll find them all in this southern suburb.

IKEA Has Dropped a Limited-Edition Rainbow Version of Its Famed Frakta Bag

The versatile blue-and-yellow bag has had a temporary makeover.

The First Underground Section of Sydney's $16.8-Billion WestConnex Will Open This Weekend

The M4 Tunnels, from Homebush to Haberfield, will open on Saturday — and tolls will start immediately.

Plant Girl Is the New Same-Day Service Delivering Colourfully Potted Greenery Across Sydney

Instead of flowers, send a fiddle-leaf fig, peace lily or rubber plant to your date (or mate).

Sydney's Iconic Sirius Building Has Been Sold for $150 Million

Despite the long fight to save the brutalist tower, it has officially been sold to developers.

A Look Inside the Future of City Dwelling at Sydney's New Co-Living Space

This is what it's like to swap the white picket fence for a more inclusive, urban lifestyle.

Melbourne Will Be One of the First Three Cities to Test Uber's Flying Taxis in 2020

Flights to Melbourne Airport are expected to take only ten minutes — and eventually cost the same price as an Uber X.

Check Out the Winners of 2019's Australian Interior Design Awards

A Sydney hair salon took out the top gong, while a slew of Melbourne installations, hotels and restaurants also took home awards.

The First Trams Are Now Running on the Surry Hills Section of the CBD and South East Light Rail

Night testing has started along Devonshire Street.

The Best Talks, Exhibitions and Workshops Happening at the MCA's Conversation Starters This Year

Dive deep into climate change action and sustainable living with this weekend-long program of events.

Eight Independent and Ethical Brands You Should Know About If You Want to Shop Sustainably

From activewear made with recycled plastics to cruelty-free skincare — and you can find them all under one roof.

Apple's Controversial New Federation Square Store Has Officially Been Canned

German Supermarket Chain Kaufland Is Opening Three Huge Melbourne Stores

The retail giant has planning approval to build stores in Dandenong, Chirnside Park and Epping, with more to follow.

A Fire Has Partially Destroyed the Newly Reopened Mosman Rowers

The historic club will remain closed until further notice.

The Northern Beaches Will Soon Be Home to Australia's First Mini IKEA Store

Next time you want to pick up tealight candles, you won't have to enter the daunting mazes of IKEA Tempe and Rhodes.

North Sydney Olympic Pool Could Close If It Doesn't Receive Urgent Upgrades

North Sydney Council has put forth a development proposal, but needs an extra $30 million to complete it.

Green Square Is Getting a Futuristic Residential Development with Its Own Food-Filled Laneway

The Japanese-designed Infinity by Crown Group will be home to a noodle house, sashimi restaurant and all-day European diner.

Australia's Shiny New $20 Notes Are on Their Way to Your Wallet

The lobster has had a makeover.

You Could Finally Spend the Night (Legally) at Your Local IKEA Store

The Swedish furniture giant is offering six (lucky) fans the chance to win a good night's sleep in-store.

North Ryde's Beloved Macquarie Ice Rink Has Been Saved From Demolition

An interim heritage order has been issued for the existing site, while AMP Capital has committed to retaining an Olympic-sized rink in Macquarie Centre's redevelopment.

Marrickville Metro Will Score a Massive New Dining Precinct as Part of a $140 Million Upgrade

A neighbouring abandoned warehouse will be transformed into a new food precinct with fresh food markets and a Coles 'black label' concept store.

Hyde Park Barracks Museum Is Closing to Undergo a Multimillion-Dollar Transformation

When it reopens in late-2019, it will be home to interactive installations that surround you with visuals and sound.

Plans to Demolish North Ryde's Beloved Macquarie Ice Rink Have Been Put on Hold

After initially earmarking the rink for demolition to make way for multimillion-dollar upgrades to the shopping centre, AMP Capital will now consult with the community.

North Ryde's Beloved Macquarie Ice Rink Will Be Demolished Next Year

To make way for multimillion-dollar upgrades to the shopping centre.

Australia's Country-Wide Heatwave Continues as Cities Hit Record-Breaking Temperatures

Air-conditioning is your friend this week.

These New Cameras on Sydney Roads Can Catch You Using Your Phone While Driving

In a world-first move, NSW has introduced cameras to catch illegal phone use while driving.

The NSW Government Is Offering Half-Price Car Rego for Those Spending Big on Tolls

The Toll Relief program is expanding in 2019 and offering discounted registration fees for those spending more than $15 on tolls a week.

Living Coral Is Pantone's 'Life-Affirming' 2019 Colour of the Year

Will this soothing coral colour provide us with energy and comfort in the coming year?

Sydney's Southwest Suburbs Are Set to Score a Huge New Cinema and Dining Precinct

The new 'town centre' of Ed Square will have similarities to Chippendale's Central Park.

You'll Soon Have More Time to Get Back to Your Car Before Copping a Parking Ticket

The NSW Government will introduce a ten-minute grace period from early next year.

Sydney's Best New Spaces of 2018

Six of the most stunning and thought provoking new buildings and venues to arrive in Sydney this year.

Amazon Has Finally Reopened Its US Site to Aussie Shoppers

Just in time for the Black Friday Sales (and Christmas).

Sydney's Five-Star Sheraton Hotel Has Had a Mammoth $50 Million Makeover

The 25-year-old hotel has upped its game to upgrade all 558 of its rooms, pool and exclusive club lounge.

The Art Gallery of NSW's Massive $344 Million Expansion Has Been Given the Green Light

Kicking off in early 2019, the project includes a new building, a public art garden and a gallery made from a repurposed WWII oil tanker.

Ten Gifts to Splash Out on for the Most Important People in Your Life

The big-ticket items for when money is no object.

A Complete Guide to Every Gift You'll Need to Give This Year

The A to Z of Chrissy gifts.

Lego's Crowdfunded Set for Adults Could be Your Nostalgic New Way to De-Stress

The fish-themed new line encourages adults to get creative, building a koi fish or even a shark.

Australia's Most Stunning Venues Have Been Announced at the 2018 Eat Drink Design Awards

And Victoria won big, snagging five of the eight awards.