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Bondi hipster born into vast generational wealth, mistaken as a homeless man
FASHION FAUX PAS: In a classic case of mistaken identity, multi-millionaire Bondi hipster Chris McMillan was mistaken as a homeless man by a well-intentioned overseas visitor. "I just want to help out someone less fortunate than myself," said the tourist,...
Cranbrook school asks student who grew up in Bondi Junction to give speech at assembly about adversity
RAGS TO RICHES: A student at a prestigious private school in Sydney's eastern suburbs has shared his remarkable story of transformation, against all odds. Year 11 Cranbrook student, Dane Oliver-Gordon gave a speech at school assembly yesterday about his traumatic...
Westfield Bondi Junction car park now offering push bikes to help shoppers find their cars
PEDAL POWER: An influx of shoppers spending hours searching for cars in the labyrinth that is Westfield Bondi Junction car park has led centre management to offer an innovative solution. “Combing the car park on foot without any real clue...
“I’m so relieved the actors’ strike is finally over!” says woman who appeared once as an extra on Home & Away in 2017
BIG BREAK: A Sydney actor says the end of the actors' strike in Hollywood will give her a much needed career boost. "The strike has halted production in the USA, but it's also impacted the film and TV industries in...
Sydney corporate drone happy unexpected cold snap provides half decent excuse to wear his puffer vest
VESTED INTEREST: Today's frosty weather in Sydney is a welcome relief for one local finance worker. "I haven't worn my puffer jacket in a few months because of the heat," Hamish Robards told DBT while on his 13 minute lunch...
Man on friend’s boat posts photo to make it appear like he might be the boat’s owner
A BIT RICH: A Sydney man is being accused of intentionally trying to mislead his social media followers. Todd Parkes posted a photo of himself at the helm of a luxury speedboat, with the caption 'Living The Dream #Winning' "He...
“This view of Botany Bay looks just like the Mediterranean,” says Bondi Junction realtor who’s never been overseas
BOLD CLAIMS: A young Sydney real estate agent trying to sell a Bondi Junction one-bedder is claiming the view over Botany Bay "looks just like the Mediterranean." "They could film White Lotus here," agent Mark Henshaw joked to some potential buyers....
Totti’s Bondi now rejecting anyone with less than 5k Instagram followers
RIF RAF: Popular eatery Totti's Bondi, has announced a strict new policy: no entry for patrons with less than 5,000 Instagram followers. Totti's management says the rule aims to ensure the restaurant keeps attracting the "right crowd." “We need to...
Local man with limited pocket space forced to decide between his vape and his asthma inhaler
POCKET PRIORITIES: A local man preparing to catch up with an old friend today is struggling to decide between two vital companions. With his slim-fit jean pockets already filled with his phone, keys and wallet Peter Cook only has space...