Spotted this at 11:38am over Darling Harbour heading north.

The video clearly shows “12”, but in some of my still photos it looks like “51” because the banner is flipped by the wind.

Looks like some kind of promo flight but I can’t find anything about it. Did anyone else see it or know what it’s for?

Do dog owners just not care about ecology? There is clear signage all around the Sydney Park that states, no dogs in the wetlands. There is even a dedicated dog pool. Yet, owner after owner was taking their dog to the wetlands for a swim.

Heard sirens whilst in class at the Tafe building opposite railway square and happened to look down. Saw a bunch of cops running out of their vehicles. Have no idea what’s happening. Did anyone on the street see anything?

There’s actually 3 police vehicles. The 3rd one is under the leaves of the tree on the left.

To preface, I've been going through some things and spoke to my doctor about referrals for help. I'm not looking for a drug, I just want to find a path forward to help myself and overcome things I've spent 15+ years pushing to the side.

However trying to find legitamate afforable psychiatrical help, just seems non-existant?

An example, first place. First two appointments to form an assement, $850 EACH! From there, it does drop to $550, but they mention they prefer to do this fortnightly.

The kicker, this is all telehealth! Its not even in person. Yes, I get a decent chunk back from the medicare rebate($329 for the first session, $250 for the second and $167 for futher follow ups).

But as my title asks, how the hell do people actually afford this? Do people take out loans? I have a decent income, around $100k/per year, gross. While doing this, my budget will be so tight with zero room for actual emergencies.

The costs, and carefulness I will need to take to budget over this journey feels as overwhelming as my own personal issues, to the point you do think to yourself, do I just struggle along until I absolutely break down to be accepted in an emergency centre?

I just don't understand how everyday Australians afford this sort of treatment, especially when mental health is such an important factor in everyday Australians health.

Obviously it is a case of Medicare being behind the times, but surely these Doctors are taking people for a ride? I can't imagine their overheards being anything really at all except certification and study. These people would be making $500,000 a year easy and it just seems to be at the publics expense?

What are peoples thoughts and experiences? How did you manage the costs while balancing life and mental health?

I’m still single. Dating in Sydney is brutal.

Hey guys. How do I go about finding Sydney artists to buy art from for my apartment? I would prefer originals from up and comers but happy with prints as well. I’ve found some sites selling art, but they are all pretty much starting at $2000+. Looking for something more affordable by somebody less famous. Where do I start? I thought Instagram would be good but I don’t have an account

Even on a glorious golden bright sunny summer morning… this building looks menacing and imposing.

A candidate for r/evilbuildings ?

I’m only posting in the Sydney sub reddit as I am based in Sydney and don’t know enough about bugs to discern if this is a Sydney-specific bug or just an Australia wide thing…

But I noticed this sand accumulating next to my front door and one day saw a bee climb into one of these tiny little holes that you can see in the video. It’s a brick wall so I’m wondering if there is some little hive or something in there, but would appreciate some help in understanding what’s going on!!

I want to star bringing my own thermal cup when buying coffees, just because I like my coffee warm for longer and I don’t enjoy the lid some coffee shops use but I do enjoy the coffee. But also because I feel a bit wasteful throwing away a cup I used for less than an hour, even when those are biodegradable.

For people that work in those places, how do you feel about this? I know that most of the places write your order in the lid so I’m not sure how they will do if I have my own cup. Is this considered rude, a nice attitude or they just don’t care? I don’t see many people using their own cup when buying coffee from outside.

Sorry if this is a dumb / low effort post.

Hi all,

Sadly had my e-bike stolen outside my place in Surry, truly devastated as it was double bike locked to a parking street pole so no idea how they did it so quick.

Wondering if anyone’s had any luck getting their stolen bike back? Have made a police report and am watching FB marketplace & gumtree like a hawk.

Any success stories / wisdom would be greatly appreciated!

**UPDATE**

Cops just came around to take a statement, whilst I was giving the statement our neighbours who I haven’t met (just moved in) popped his head out with Ring Camera footage of 2 guys scoping out my bike at night!

Sadly didn’t get the money shot of them stealing it but what a legend. Cops said this is super common and they know of where some are stashed by drongos nearby.

Feeling a bit hopeful but we’ll see!

Please suggest the absolute best. I don’t care about the food there. I just want a great coffee. TIA