Sydney news on Thursday, October 22, 2026
In Sydney on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Southwest Metro opens next week; beaches closed after whale. Also: Maroubra and Coogee beaches closed after whale carcass washed ashore; swimming not advised; Man shot by police in Sydney's southwest after allegedly pointing gun at officers; critical incident declared. Weather: Mostly cloudy with rain expected, 19–21°C and winds to 37 km/h.
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Headlines
- Southwest Metro line opens next week after 130 years of train service replaced.ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation ·
News & local government
- Man shot by police in Sydney's southwest after allegedly pointing gun at officers; critical incident declared.Nine.com.au ·
- Luxury fashion store in Sydney CBD ram raided.The Daily Telegraph ·
Safety & emergencies
- Maroubra and Coogee beaches closed after whale carcass washed ashore; swimming not advised.SMH.com.au ·
Business & new openings
- BBC World Service operations shifting from London to Sydney.radioinfo ·
- Quantifind opens Sydney office to expand operations across Asia-Pacific.CFOtech Australia ·
- Russell Kennedy law firm expanding its Sydney team.Russell Kennedy ·
Housing & real estate
Sports
- Sydney Kings prepare for NBL clash against Hawks.Sydney Kings ·
- NBL game today: Illawarra v Sydney.NBL ·
- Sydney Swans face major captaincy decision as five teams weigh big change.Nine.com.au ·
Community & volunteering
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