Wake Up Sydney

Wake Up Sydney is back with your Wednesday morning update for 30 September 2026, bringing you the latest on weather, traffic and trains across Sydney.

It’s shaping up to be a bright, sunny spring day across the city. The Sydney CBD starts at 12.1°C and is heading for a pleasant 26°C, while Parramatta warms from 11.2°C to a hot 29°C. Over by the coast, Bondi begins at 14.7°C with a top of 24°C — perfect sunscreen weather.

On the roads, commuters should allow extra time through Bass Hill, where a crash on the Hume Highway just past Chester Hill Road has closed two eastbound lanes, with downed power lines and emergency crews on site. At Croydon, a motorcycle breakdown on the M4 westbound has traffic slowed to 40 km/h while motorway crews respond.

For public transport users, it’s great news: Sydney Trains and Sydney Metro are both running normally with no reported incidents, marking three straight days of smooth service for train commuters.

Johnny Rocket wraps up the morning with a sunny, warming, sunscreen-worthy Wednesday — a few road delays to watch, but an excellent start for Sydney’s train network.

Wake Up Sydney is back for Tuesday, 29 September 2026, with Johnny Rocket bringing you a bright and breezy start to the day across Sydney.

Today’s weather is shaping up to be mild and partly cloudy, with the Sydney CBD starting at 14°C and heading for a pleasant 22°C. Parramatta begins a little cooler at 12.7°C before warming to 22°C, while Bondi sits at 15.4°C with a top of 20°C. It’s the kind of spring day where you’ll want a jacket in the morning — but probably not by lunchtime.

On the roads, traffic is mostly moving well, although drivers should keep an eye on the M4 Motorway eastbound at Greystanes approaching Cumberland Highway. An earlier car breakdown has been cleared, but heavy traffic is still causing some lingering delays.

For commuters, it’s a refreshingly smooth start on public transport. Sydney Trains and Sydney Metro are both running normally, with no incidents reported — a welcome win for anyone heading into the city or across town this morning.

Johnny also takes a look at a packed school-holiday events calendar, including the opening of Harry Potter: The Exhibition at Sydney Olympic Park and BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness at The Rocks, plus theatre, music, family fun and evening entertainment happening right across Sydney.

Start your morning informed, prepared and ready to enjoy Sydney with Wake Up Sydney.

Wake Up Sydney starts Monday 28 September 2026 with Johnny Rocket bringing you the latest on weather, traffic and trains across Sydney.

It’s a cool and cloudy morning across the city, with the Sydney CBD at 15.3°C heading for a top of 20°C, Parramatta at 13.4°C reaching 19°C, and Bondi at 16.5°C with a high of 18°C. A light jacket is a good idea, and it’s worth keeping an umbrella close by.

On the roads, traffic is mostly calm, but drivers should watch for delays on the M8 Motorway at Bardwell Park, where a truck and car crash is affecting eastbound traffic. One of two lanes is closed, the speed limit has been reduced to 40 km/h, and motorists are advised to slow down, merge with care and allow extra travel time.

For public transport commuters, it’s a smooth start to the week. Sydney Trains and Sydney Metro are both operating normally following recent trackwork, with no incidents reported.

Plus, Johnny previews a major afternoon event as NRL Grand Final week celebrations roll into the city with a fan march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The action begins with a League Stars clinic at Bradfield Park from 3 pm, followed by the parade at 4:30 pm towards Campbell’s Cove.

Wake Up Sydney with Johnny Rocket brings you a cool, showery Sunday update after yesterday’s heat, with conditions easing across the city. The Sydney CBD starts around 15.4°C and is heading for a top of 18°C, while Parramatta and Bondi are both set to reach about 17°C. Showers are expected across the region, so keep the umbrella handy, grab a jumper, and make room for the indoor drying rack.

On the roads, the major traffic alert is at Putty Road, Mellong, where the road is closed in both directions between Milbrodale and Wheeny Creek due to a car crash. Emergency services and police investigators are on site, and the closure is expected to take some time. Drivers are urged to avoid the area, allow extra travel time, or consider using the M1 Pacific Motorway and New England Highway as an alternative route.

Public transport is also heavily impacted by ongoing planned trackwork. Sydney Metro services are not running between Chatswood and Sydenham, with Metro operating only between Tallawong and Chatswood. Passengers should use Sydney Trains between Epping or Chatswood, the City and Sydenham. There are changed timetables and reduced frequencies across several lines, including impacts on the T1 Western Line, Richmond services, Leppington to City services, and trains between Blacktown and Lidcombe.

Buses are replacing trains between Cabramatta and Granville, and on the South Coast Line between Bomaderry and Wollongong. Johnny reminds listeners to check the trip planner before heading out, allow extra travel time, and plan ahead for a slower, wetter Sunday across Sydney.

Wake Up Sydney has your Saturday morning covered with the latest on weather, traffic and trains across Sydney for 26 September 2026.

It’s shaping up to be a warm and mostly sunny day across the city. The Sydney CBD is starting at 16.8°C and heading for a top of 29°C, while Parramatta is set for a hot one, climbing from 15.9°C to 34°C. Bondi is sitting around 19°C with a top of 29°C, though winds are expected to pick up later in the day. If you’re heading outdoors or to the beach, pack sunscreen, water and secure any loose beach gear.

On the roads, traffic is generally light, but drivers should watch for a car breakdown on the M4 Motorway at Concord, affecting the eastbound breakdown lane. Crews are on site and a 40 km/h reduced speed limit is in place, so slow down, take care and allow a little extra time.

Public transport will need more planning today, with major weekend trackwork across Sydney. Metro services are not running between Chatswood and Sydenham, with services operating only between Tallawong and Chatswood. Passengers are advised to use Sydney Trains via Epping or Chatswood, the City and Sydenham.

There are also buses replacing trains between Cabramatta and Granville, plus changed timetables and stopping patterns on parts of the T1 Western Line, Leppington services, Blacktown to Lidcombe, Bathurst to Lithgow, and the South Coast Line, where buses replace trains between Bomaderry and Wollongong. Some services may run every 30 minutes, and the rear carriage on Tangara trains remains closed for security measures.

Before you head out, check the trip planner, allow extra travel time, and stay tuned to Wake Up Sydney for the updates you need to start your day smoothly.

Wake Up Sydney with Johnny Rocket brings you the latest weather, traffic and train updates for Friday, 25 September 2026, helping you start the day across Sydney informed and ready.

It’s a warm, partly cloudy morning across the Harbour City, with the Sydney CBD starting at 16.4°C and heading for a top of 25°C. Parramatta is warming up to 29°C, while Bondi is set for a pleasant 25°C. Looking ahead, Saturday turns up the heat, with 30°C forecast for Sydney, 34°C for Parramatta and 29°C at Bondi.

On the roads, commuters should allow extra time, with delays caused by a truck breakdown on the Hume Highway at Parramatta Road in Ashfield, a car breakdown on Epping Road at Macquarie Park, road damage from an earlier oil spill on Woodville Road at Chester Hill, and a two-car crash on Forest Road at Boundary Road in Peakhurst.

Across the train network, most services are running as normal, but there are a couple of key updates for commuters. Merrylands Station’s footbridge will be closed for upgrade works from 4am Saturday 26 September until 8pm Sunday 27 September, with pedestrians directed to use the underpass. At Redfern, a police operation has closed parts of Gibbons and Regent Streets, which may impact walking routes and bus connections, including routes 306, 308, 309, 310 and 392.

In this episode, Johnny Rocket wraps up everything you need to know for a busy Friday in Sydney — from sunshine and rising temperatures to road delays and minor public transport disruptions — before the city heads into a hot weekend.

Wake Up Sydney – Thursday, 24 September 2026

Sydney starts the day cooler but brighter, with the drizzle easing and patches of blue sky returning across the city. In the CBD, it’s around 14°C with a forecast top of 24°C, while Parramatta begins at 16.1°C on the way to 25°C. Over in Bondi, it’s sitting at 14°C, heading for 22°C, with cloud expected to clear as the day goes on.

Umbrellas can probably stay at home today, and after a grey stretch, sunglasses may finally be useful again. It’s shaping up to be a comfortable Thursday across Sydney, especially once the morning coolness lifts.

On the roads, drivers heading west should watch for delays on the M4 Motorway westbound at Greystanes Road, where a truck breakdown has closed lane one of three. Transport for NSW and a heavy vehicle tow truck are on site, so slow down, take care, and allow some extra travel time through the area.

For public transport users, it’s good news: Sydney Trains and the Metro are running normally, with no reported incidents or disruptions. A smooth and steady commute is on the cards for train and Metro passengers across the network.

Tune in to Wake Up Sydney for your essential morning update on weather, traffic and trains across Sydney.

Wake Up Sydney gets your Wednesday moving as Johnny Rocket brings you the essential weather, traffic and train updates for 23 September 2026.

Sydney is waking to a cool, grey and showery morning, with showers possible across the metro area. The CBD starts at 15.3°C and is heading for a top of 22°C, Parramatta begins at 15.9°C with a forecast high of 21°C, while Bondi sits around 15.3°C and should reach 20°C.

On the roads, the major traffic issue is at Strathfield South, where Punchbowl Road is closed in both directions near Victory Avenue following a crash that brought down power lines. Emergency services, utility crews and tow trucks are on site, and drivers are being urged to avoid the area. Use Liverpool Road, the Hume Highway or Canterbury Road as alternatives.

For train commuters, Sydney Trains has overnight maintenance affecting services between Newcastle Interchange and Hornsby, with buses replacing most trains from 8:30pm to 4am on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. T9 Northern Line services between Hornsby and Central are running to a changed timetable, and the 2:38am Wyong to Central service will instead start from Gosford at 3:15am, running around 15 minutes late.

Replacement buses at Hornsby are departing from Stand C at the bus interchange, with marshals available to help passengers. The good news: the rest of the Sydney Trains network is running normally.

Wake Up Sydney with Johnny Rocket gets you set for Tuesday, 22 September 2026, with a cool, grey and drizzly start across Sydney.

Weather: It’s shaping up to be a cool, wet day with showers increasing across the city. The Sydney CBD is sitting around 16°C and heading for a top of 19°C, Parramatta starts near 14°C with a top of 18°C, and Bondi is around 16°C, also reaching 18°C. Don’t forget the umbrella, wear a few layers, and go for closed-in shoes if you’re heading out.

Traffic: Drivers in the south should watch for delays at Engadine, where a car breakdown is affecting Heathcote Road approaching the Princes Highway. Eastbound traffic is impacted, with lane two of three closed. Emergency services and Transport for NSW are on site, so slow down, merge carefully and allow extra time.

Trains: The Central Coast and Newcastle Line is facing significant delays due to vandalism at Dora Creek. Passengers should allow an extra 10 to 15 minutes, with trains possibly stopping longer than usual and stopping patterns changing at short notice. Repair crews are working on the issue, and commuters are urged to check transport apps and listen for station announcements. The rest of the Sydney train network is reported to be running normally.

Tune in to Wake Up Sydney for your quick morning update on the weather, roads and rail before you head out the door.

Wake Up Sydney kicks off Monday, 21 September 2026, with Johnny Rocket bringing you the latest on Sydney’s weather, roads, and public transport.

It’s a mild start across the city, with a warm and slightly unsettled day ahead. The Sydney CBD is sitting around 21.9°C on the way to 28°C, Parramatta starts at 19.1°C with a top of 29°C, while Bondi is already a warmer 25.3°C, heading for 26°C. A shower or two is possible, and Bondi is expected to become windy later, so keep an umbrella or light jacket handy.

On the roads, commuters should watch for two breakdowns causing lane closures. At St Peters, a truck breakdown is affecting the M8 Motorway westbound on-ramp from Campbell Road, with lane two of two closed. At Roseville Chase, a car breakdown on Warringah Road northbound just past Roseville Bridge has closed lane one of three. Drivers are urged to slow down, merge safely, and allow extra time.

There’s better news for public transport users, with Sydney Trains and Metro operating normally and no incidents reported. Johnny calls it the ideal Monday morning commute: tap on, sit down, and enjoy the ride.