Six heritage-listed Government-owned houses on Sydney's harbourside will soon be up for grabs as the state pushes on with its public housing sell-off.

We all know about Barossa and its big, bold shiraz; the famous Penfolds Grange and Melbourne’s terrific foodie scene.

A power outage is causing long delays at Sydney Airport, just as school holidays begin in New South Wales.

Australia is forecast to be among the fastest-growing economies this year, making it harder for the central bank to convince currency investors it won't raise interest rates.

Kiwis attempting to sidestep doctor’s fees while holidaying in Australia could soon be turned away from Sydney hospitals.

Hop across the ditch and catch some world-class theatre.

Sick of shopping and with time to explore before the next great meal, Catherine Smith walked her feet off exploring some of Sydney's culture highlights.

A New Zealand woman has been charged with importing five kilograms of crystal meth into Sydney hidden inside machinery parts.

Bogus Buddhist monks are trying to rip off sightseers at Sydney's Vivid festival.

This year's Vivid Festival has Sydney sparkling more than ever, with 57 separate installations on buildings, in parks and footpaths across the city's waterfront and surrounding streets.

Thousands of sheep in Australia are believed to have died after eating a poisonous plant that makes them “bash their heads on posts and rocks until they crack open”.

Bronwyn Sell takes the family on a wild Sydney safari.

The best concerts leave memories, mosh scars and minor hearing loss, says Chris Schulz.

Diana Clement takes a decadent tour of Sydney's chocolate cafes.

Public transport is the way to go in and around Sydney, writes Rod Pascoe.

A medal gifted to a Ngapuhi chief in 1806 feared to be lost to his descendants forever, is on its way back to NZ after Te Papa and the Auckland Museum joined forces on the winning bid.

Not quite a duck face, but Bruce the koala and his friend Jay have become quite the experienced selfie-snappers at Wildlife Sydney Zoo.

"I stood up and then bang, (Packer) hit me straight away." The young man assaulted by NRL player Russell Packer has spoken exclusively to the Herald.

Think you've seen Sydney? Megan Singleton rounds up some lesser-known highlights.

A former NZ woman and her partner, who have been charged with murdering her son in Sydney earlier this year, today refused to face an Australian court.

Lucy Bennett visits a bar nestled in one of Sydney's refreshed historic gems.

A Kiwi mother accused of murdering her seven-year-old son will spend her first night behind bars in Sydney tonight.

Rachel Grunwell goes on a romantic ramble around Sydney's prettiest beaches.