There were once 330 drive-in theatres across Australia. Most were sold off for housing developments or shopping centres. But one lone drive-in still exists in Western Sydney - Skyline Drive-in at Blacktown.

In today's episode of This Arvo in Sydney, we're joined by David Kilderry, drive-in theatre and cinema historian, who says they face big challenges and need to keep up to date with cutting edge technology while also maintaining a nostalgic environment.

What happened to Sydney's drive-in theatre culture?

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As the climate crisis looms and the issue of renewable technology keeps being floated as a possible piece of the puzzle to addressing it - we wanted to know - is it time Sydney and Australia went nuclear?

The only exception to the nuclear rules is a reactor at Lucas Heights in Sydney, run by ANSTO, which is used for research and the production of medical isotopes.

In this episode of This Arvo in Sydney, we're joined by three nuclear experts to find out how and why nuclear may be on Sydney's energy horizon.

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Women and families fleeing domestic violence in Western Sydney will soon be able to bring their pets along with them. A new women’s refuge is opening in November – bringing the available crisis accommodation sites in the region to nine.

In this episode of This Arvo in Sydney, we're joined by Minister for Housing and Homelessness Rose Jackson

The minister details a new scheme that enables a woman to leave a harmful relationship or home with not only her children but any family pets as well.

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What's with period poverty? A recent study found almost six in ten Gen Z and Millennial women are finding it more difficult to pay for menstrual health products than they were before the current cost of living crisis (57%).

More than half of Gen Z and Millennials are finding it more difficult to pay for menstrual pain management medication/treatment than before the current cost of living crisis (53%).

In this episode of This Arvo in Sydney LiSTNR journalist Amy Goggins joins us to discuss period poverty, and what is being done to address the crisis.

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Vaping is out of control.   Teenagers are increasingly turning to vaping after years of declining numbers of young people smoking.It's supposed to be illegal to sell vapes to under 18s.And over 18s are supposed to have a prescription.So what's the deal with everyone vaping?

In this episode of This Arvo in Sydney, you'll hear from a teacher at a Sydney high school who says vaping is out of control.

One NSW survey has found about a third of teenagers aged 14–17 have vaped before … but some teachers reckon the problem is a lot bigger than what it looks like on paper.

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A few days ago, This Arvo in Sydney published an episode drawing awareness to National Missing Persons Week. As part of the episode, we shared the story of Sydneysider Tina, who went missing in Queensland more than a decade ago, leaving her teenage daughter Lili behind.

On this bonus episode of This Arvo in Sydney, we give you the full conversation with Lili, her story, and what she hopes could be improved in the future to help those dealing with the loss of a missing loved one.

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New research shows there has been a decline across NSW when it comes to people giving up time to help others. It appears that the sector is still recovering after volunteering plummeted during the COVID pandemic, as well as the current cost-of-living crisis.

Today, on our 100th episode of This Arvo in Sydney, we talk about volunteering, and what the act gives back to those who practise it. 

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Greyhound Racing NSW's income rose from $67 million to over $121 million between 2017 and 2022. Yet it undoubtedly remains a contentious industry, with passionate advocates claiming that it should be banned over concerns for the welfare of racing greyhounds.

Today on This Arvo, we look into the debate and the new safety initiatives aimed at improving greyhound welfare.

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