Sydney news on Saturday, October 24, 2026
In Sydney on Saturday, October 24, 2026: Sydney Marathon winner provisionally banned after EPO test. Also: Decomposing whale near Coogee beach should be towed out to sea, Indigenous rangers advise; Sydney Flames won 3-0 in recent WNBL Australia fixture; team continues strong winning streak. Weather: Saturday brings cool 17–23°C with mostly clear skies and a light 34 km/h wind.
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- Kenya's Jepchirchir won Sydney Marathon yesterday, though now provisionally banned pending EPO test results.Brisbane Times ·
- Decomposing whale near Coogee beach should be towed out to sea, Indigenous rangers advise.The Guardian ·
- Sydney Flames won 3-0 in recent WNBL Australia fixture; team continues strong winning streak.WNBL Australia ·
News & local government
- City of Sydney introduces nightly caps and voluntary levies targeting short-term rental accommodation.SMH.com.au ·
- A flight leaving Sydney tomorrow marks an 80-year milestone in aviation history.ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation ·
Safety & emergencies
- NSW authorities closed ten more illicit tobacco and vaping retailers across Western Sydney this week.Sydney Times ·
Events & going out
- Rolex Sydney Hobart sailing race entries close with 107 starters confirmed for December race.Sail-World.com ·
- Sydney Festival 2027 includes Australian genderqueer comic Hannah Gadsby; full program now available.Star Observer ·
Food & drink
- The Riviera returns to Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel this summer with seasonal dining.Sydney Times ·
- Sydney chef Pete Campbell joins Adelaide's Barro for Día de los Muertos Mexican feast.Glam Adelaide ·
Business & new openings
- Sydney plastics manufacturer lost $800,000 following government COVID-related administration bungle.Nine.com.au ·
Housing & real estate
- Real estate expert John McGrath identifies top Sydney suburbs to buy before property market rebounds.Real Estate ·
Culture & arts
- Australian barista competing for world title; Sydney-based competitor in international coffee competition.Sydney Times ·
- Sydney workshop restores 100-year-old sculptures, preserving craft techniques for modern generations.ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation ·
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