Sydney news on Thursday, October 29, 2026

In Sydney on Thursday, October 29, 2026: Fire ants biosecurity alert; Metro expansion plans. Also: Biosecurity review launched after deadly fire ants discovered in Sydney; Doyles, the iconic Sydney waterfront restaurant, is for sale after 141 years in business. Weather: Mostly clear day in Sydney with a high of 21°C and winds up to 25 km/h.

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Top stories

Biosecurity review launched after deadly fire ants discovered in Sydney.Nine.com.au · Oct 28, 1:42 PM
Doyles, the iconic Sydney waterfront restaurant, is for sale after 141 years in business.Domain · Oct 28, 12:52 PM
Sydney city leaders and industry call for 24-hour weekend Metro services.The Daily Telegraph · Oct 28, 1:04 PM

News & local government

University of Sydney's campus surveillance plans face criticism over privacy concerns.SMH.com.au · Oct 28, 8:30 AM
Sydney Swans investigation expands to include a mystery man in sex assault probe.Herald Sun · Oct 28, 2:29 PM
Former Sydney teacher Tayla Lee Brailey jailed for sex acts with students.ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation · Oct 28, 5:40 AM

Events & going out

A Sydney music festival has been cancelled just weeks before its scheduled date.Nine.com.au · Oct 28, 4:31 AM

Business & new openings

City of Sydney economic monitor tracks local business and employment trends.City of Sydney · Oct 27, 8:34 PM

Housing & real estate

Housing demand expected to increase in suburbs around new Sydney Metro stations.AFR · Oct 28, 6:38 AM
Seventeen Sydney and NSW suburbs posted $100,000 price increases over three months.Real Estate · Oct 28, 8:46 AM

Sports

UFC Fight Night in Sydney features Salkild and Saint Denis as headliners.ESPN · Oct 28, 12:25 AM
Collingwood plays Sydney in AFL; Perth Wildcats play Sydney Kings in NBL tonight.Kayo Sports · Oct 28, 11:43 AM

Culture & arts

Hans Zimmer Live – The Next Level transforms Sydney's Afterpay Arena today.Backseat Mafia · Oct 28, 12:45 PM

Community & volunteering

University of Sydney research highlights risks when children use AI chatbots.The University of Sydney · Oct 28, 7:28 AM

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