Kings Cross, Sydney

In this episode on Kings Cross, we delve into the fascinating evolution of Sydney's iconic neighbourhood—from a bohemian enclave, through its transformation into a bustling nightlife district, to its current status as a gentrified area marked by rising rents, luxury apartments, and the erosion of its once-vibrant street life.

This episode's guest is Elizabeth Farelly. Dr Farrelly has spent over 30 years as one of Sydney’s leading public intellectuals and as the Sydney Morning Herald’s principal columnist on urbanisation, planning and governance issues. She is trained in architecture and philosophy and holds a PhD in Urbanism from the University of Sydney.