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Sydney's 'Ghost Tower' Repairs to Start After Defects

A 24-storey residential tower in Parramatta, empty since 2022 due to serious defects, will finally undergo repairs. The saga highlights Australia's building crisis and calls for developer licensing.

Property Mogul Stanley Roth Dies Suddenly at 72

The Australian Jewish community mourns the sudden death of Stanley Roth AM, the property developer behind Sydney's iconic 'Toaster' building. Read tributes and his remarkable legacy.

Abandoned Bradford building collapses at 7:30am

An abandoned building in Bradford collapsed, sending a huge dust cloud over Dale Street. Emergency services are on scene. No injuries reported. Read the full eyewitness account.

Major Fire at Historic Bury Building

A huge fire engulfed a Grade II listed building on The Rock in Bury town centre. Four fire engines battled the blaze, with bricks falling from the structure. Read the latest updates.

Family learns traditional lime pointing techniques

A North Yorkshire family discovers the sustainable magic of lime mortar while repairing their historic home. Learn how traditional methods protect heritage buildings and why lime outperforms modern cement.

Sydney's Strata Nightmare: Glebe Building Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how structural failures and management chaos at a prestigious Glebe development have left residents facing financial ruin and unsafe living conditions in one of Sydney's most desirable suburbs.

Sydney arms expo chaos as protesters clash with police

Violent scenes erupted at Sydney's International Convention Centre as hundreds of anti-war protesters attempted to blockade a major arms exhibition, leading to multiple arrests and police reinforcements being deployed.

Premier Nationwide Building Society Shuts Down

Exclusive: Premier Nationwide Building Society ceases operations, leaving customers seeking alternative banking solutions. Full details on the closure and consumer guidance.

Kings Cross: Sydney's legendary party strip roars back

After years of decline, Sydney's legendary Kings Cross is experiencing a spectacular renaissance, with exclusive new venues and revitalised nightlife transforming the once-notorious strip into the city's hottest destination once again.

Sydney's fly plague: Why the city is buzzing

Sydney residents are battling an extraordinary surge in fly populations, with experts pointing to unusual weather patterns and environmental conditions creating perfect breeding grounds for the pesky insects.

Turkey earthquake causes building collapse in Gebze

A devastating earthquake in northwest Turkey's Gebze district has caused multiple building collapses, leaving residents trapped and raising urgent questions about construction safety standards in the earthquake-prone region.

Family flees home over dangerous gas line installation

Exclusive investigation reveals how Vanessa Joy Moulton and her young family were forced to abandon their dream home after discovering dangerous gas line installations, exposing critical safety failures in UK housing.

Manchester Building Collapse Sparks Mass Evacuation

Emergency services have launched a major operation in Manchester city centre after a building partially collapsed, forcing evacuations and road closures as structural engineers assess the safety of the area.

UK Churches Face Closure Over Soaring Repair Costs

Hundreds of Britain's cherished churches could shut their doors forever as crippling repair costs and declining congregations create a perfect storm for the nation's religious heritage.

Malibu's rebuild crisis: Just 4 permits after fires

Exclusive investigation reveals how bureaucratic gridlock is preventing Malibu residents from rebuilding after devastating wildfires, with only four reconstruction permits approved amid hundreds of destroyed properties.

Sydney's Italian Lane: Europe in Rose Bay

Discover Collins Lane, the hidden Italian enclave in Sydney's Rose Bay featuring authentic pasta, coffee and deli delights that transport you straight to Italy.

Luxury Bedding at Bargain Prices in Sydney

Discover how Kingtex International is revolutionising Sydney's bedding market with premium quality linens at wholesale prices, making luxury sleep affordable for everyone.

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