Peter Lynch

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Flying from Sydney Airport in 2045: You’ll be at your gate in 15 minutes

Sydney Airport Master Plan 2045

Sydney Airport is aiming to make your journey through the airport faster, easier, and far less stressful. A newly released Master Plan 2045 promises to transform how millions of passengers move through Australiaโ€™s busiest gateway, ensuring that flying out of Sydney feels seamless, efficient, and even enjoyable. One of the biggest frustrations of air travel … Read more

NSW to trial $60 taxi fare from the airport. But how safe are Sydney taxis? Here’s how to avoid being scammed

Taxis Sydney

For many tourists, their first experience of Sydney is stepping into a taxi at the airport. But over the years, there have been reports of visitors being stung by unexpected charges, drivers not using meters, or confusion over fees โ€” leaving some travellers feeling frustrated and short-changed. Here’s how to avoid being scammed.

Wake up, Sydney! Why going clubbing is good for your health

Nightclub Sydney

Pubs, clubs, theatres and restaurants are being revived as the State Government considers 55 recommendations to bring the life back into Sydney nights. Better transport, dumping outdated laws that mean it costs the same to get approval for a Taylor Swift concert as it does for a music venue, and more incentives are all on … Read more

Western Sydney is about to get Australiaโ€™s airport of the future โ€“ hereโ€™s what travelling will be likeย 

Western Sydney International Airport

Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport is taking shape as Australiaโ€™s first โ€œpaperlessโ€ gateway, knitting biometric ID checks into every step of the journeyโ€”from check-in to boarding. From its beautiful local sandstone interiors to round-the-clock operations when it opens in late 2026, WSI will change the face of Greater Sydney.ย  On a visit this week, … Read more

First taste: Neil Perry’s switch from noodles to gnocchi at Gran Torino

Gran Torino

Our waiter, Oscar, explained the menu in exquisite detail. From the delicious garlic prawns to the duck and pasta, Oscar might have been waiting on tables in Rome all his life. Except five days ago, he was standing in the same spot explaining a Cantonese menu. Neil Perry’s extraordinary switch from Chinese Songbird to Italian … Read more

Neil Perry’s make or break weekend as he opens Gran Torino in Double Bay – full menu and food offerings

Neil Perry Song Bird

When you Google Gran Torino, don’t be surprised if you end up being told about epic Clint Eastwood movie. “When Walt Kowalski’s neighbour, Thao, tries to steal his 1972 Gran Torino, he decides to help him reform. However, Walt gets involved in a feud with a local gang leader when he saves Thao from them.” … Read more

Opera Australia Celebrates 70 Years with New Productions in 2026

Hansel and Gretel Sydney opera

Opera Australia has unveiled its highly anticipated 2026 season, a glittering program celebrating the company’s 70th anniversary. And one brave but extraordinary highlight will be My Fair Lady, featuring Julie Andrews as the Director. Wouldn’t it be Lovely? Oh, yes. We can Dance All Night to this news. The season is more than just a … Read more