The Weekly Times - Australia

02/09/2026

New environments, long car rides, unfamiliar smells, and disrupted routines can all feel overwhelming for dogs.
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SPRING OR summer trips are something many of us look forward to all year – road trips, beach getaways, camping adventures and more. If your dog is coming along, even better. But while you’re taking in the sunshine and fresh air, your canine bestie might be wondering why their entire world is sud...

02/09/2026

Check out the 2 September issue of The Weekly Times online

The Weekly Times | TWT | 2 September 26

https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/the-weekly-times-twt-2nd-september-2026/

29/08/2026

SET ON an expansive 986sqm parcel with an impressive 21.3m frontage, this distinguished residence at 14 Rickard Street, Carlingford, sold for $4,480,888 on August 19. Designed for luxurious family living, the home features five bedrooms and six designer bathrooms, double garage, soaring ceilings and...

28/08/2026

OPERA AUSTRALIA’S production of ‘My Fair Lady’ begins its season at the Sydney Opera House in the Joan Sutherland Theatre next month, offering fans a chance to revisit this wonderful tale. Lerner and Loewe’s glorious musical celebrates 70 years since its Broadway debut at the Sydney Opera Ho...

27/08/2026

SIX NEW police officers have joined Ryde Police Area Command, as part of the largest class of NSW Police recruits in 14 years. Class 369, made up of 353 probationary constables, was sworn in on Friday, the fifth consecutive recruit class to set a new recruitment record as the State Government contin...

27/08/2026

DOGS WEARING clothes might seem like a bit of fun to some people, but when it comes to wearing coats, there are plenty of breeds and types that do actually need to wear them. For some dogs, it’s the difference between shivering, and feeling comfortable and healthy, especially with winter causing a...

26/08/2026

RYDE COUNCIL is urging residents to stay alert over possible incidents of Bird Flu, with cases now found across Australia including in NSW and the most recent affecting a long-nosed fur seal in South Australia. Bird flu is a disease that affects birds and can spread among wild birds, poultry and som...

26/08/2026

AUSTRALIANS ARE consuming more than double the amount of the recommended sugar limit, with experts concerned the trend could raise the risk of 13 types of cancers. Popular drinks such as soft drinks, energy drinks and sports drinks sold in Australian supermarkets contain as much as 2.5 times the dai...

26/08/2026

Check out the 26 August issue of The Weekly Times online

The Weekly Times | TWT | 26 August 26

https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/the-weekly-times-twt-26th-august-2026/

22/08/2026

FOOTPATHS WILL be cleaned up and shared e-bike operators will be held to higher standards as a result of landmark laws that came into effect on Friday in NSW, with local mayors welcoming the move. In an Australian first, shared e-bike operators will now need to approval from Transport for NSW and au...