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Top stories this week: We take a closer look at whether surgery is always necessary for endometriosis, as more experts call for greater awareness of non-invasive treatment options. Plans for a high-speed rail link between Sydney and Newcastle could soon gather pace, with the long-awaited project edging closer to construction. And Sydney is set to …

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Sydney–Newcastle speed rail plan two years from construction

The government is moving forward with detailed planning for a high-speed rail link between Sydney and Newcastle, aiming to reduce travel time to just one hour. This major investment could transform the region’s growth, economy, and housing markets. Image: Image from Shutterstock Produced By: Moemina Shukur Featured In Story: Professor Chris Pettit – UNSW’s City …

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Australia’s biggest African festival hits Sydney

Africultures is Australia’s largest African cultural festival. It’s a vibrant celebration of African music, dance, food, fashion, and community. You can catch Africultures this Saturday 25th of October at Cathy Freeman Park in Sydney. Image: Image from Ann Odong Produced By: Moemina Shukur Featured In Story: Fatma Mohamed – Festival Director First aired on The …

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Sydney’s Inner West Council Approves New Housing Plan

Last night, Sydney’s Inner West Council narrowly approved the Fairer Future Plan, which promises to build 20,000 to 30,000 new homes over the next 15 years. The plan also aims to increase social housing with the redevelopment of five council-owned carparks and incentives for churches and faith-based charities to redevelop their land. Marlena Holdernesse asked …

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