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Weekly recap

The week that was in Sydney

The seven stories Sydney read most this week. Updated every Monday morning.

  1. Federal

    Fed-led tax plan debate heats up as Albanese dismisses concerns, signalling government will push forward

    Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is downplaying criticism of the government's tax proposals, signalling the administration plans to advance its fiscal agenda despite public and political pushback.

    26 June 2026 at 7:35 pm

  2. Business

    NRL's $5 billion broadcast deal locks Nine and Foxtel in, signalling stability for Sydney's sports media landscape

    The NRL has renewed its media rights with Nine and Foxtel in a massive deal, keeping rugby league broadcasting stable but raising questions about long-term competition in sports media.

    26 June 2026 at 7:35 pm

  3. Business

    Sydney Business Pulse: Innovation, AI and the New Economy in 2026

    How Sydney's technology and innovation sector is growing and what it means for the city's future.

    27 June 2026 at 9:31 pm

  4. Federal

    Federal Budget 2026: What It Means for Sydney

    Housing, infrastructure and cost of living — how Canberra's budget affects Australia's largest city.

    27 June 2026 at 9:26 pm

  5. Property

    Sydenham emerges as Sydney's next growth corridor as rail precinct transforms the landscape

    With the Sydney Metro extension and a $2 billion rail precinct overhaul underway, this Inner West suburb is attracting investors betting on infrastructure-backed growth.

    27 June 2026 at 9:23 pm

  6. Property

    Migration Surge Reshaping Sydney Rental Yields as Investor Appetite Shifts

    Record overseas arrivals are tightening vacancy rates and lifting rents, but investors must navigate tighter yields in outer rings where first-home buyers still hold sway.

    27 June 2026 at 9:23 pm

  7. Community

    Live music in Sydney

    Gigs and concerts on around Sydney in the weeks ahead.

    26 June 2026 at 7:26 pm

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