Wake Up Sydney

Beat the crowds, outrun the rain!

Wake Up Sydney is a news podcast hosted by Johnny Rocket, with 965 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Johnny Rocket hosts Wake Up Sydney, a news show with 965 episodes published.

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  Episode #990

  Fresh Skies and Morning Delays

  Aug 18, 202610 minS1

  Wake Up Sydney brings you the latest weather, traffic and train updates for Wednesday, 19 August 2026, helping you start the day informed and prepared across Sydney. Today’s winter weather is looking fresh and partly cloudy, with some welcome sunshine on the way. The Sydney CBD begins at 10.9°C and is heading for a top of 20°C, Parramatta starts at 9.2°C with a high of 21°C, while Bondi is sitting at 13.4°C and expected to reach 18°C. On the roads, drivers should watch for delays in Eastwood, where a two-car crash on Blaxland Road just past First Avenue has closed one northbound lane, with emergency services on site. In Homebush, a car breakdown on the M4 westbound at the tunnel exit has closed lane one of three, with speeds reduced to 40 km/h. For train commuters, Blue Mountains maintenance work continues until Friday, 21 August. Buses are replacing trains between Lithgow and Mount Victoria, with some services towards Mount Victoria leaving up to 15 minutes earlier than usual. Trains continue to run between Mount Victoria and Central on a changed timetable, and Bathurst services are operating to adjusted schedules. Across the rest of the Sydney train network, services are running smoothly. Tune in to Wake Up Sydney for your quick morning update on the city’s weather, roads and rail before you head out the door.

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  Episode #989

  Cool Drizzly Sydney Morning

  Aug 17, 20269 minS1

  Wake Up Sydney for Tuesday 18 August 2026 has your essential morning update on weather, traffic and trains across Sydney. Johnny Rocket reports a cool and drizzly start to the day, with showers possible across the city. The Sydney CBD is beginning at 10.9°C and heading for a top of 20°C, Parramatta starts at 10°C with a forecast high of 19°C, while Bondi is sitting at 12.5°C and expected to reach 18°C with a shower or two. On the roads, traffic is mostly moving well, but drivers should take care around Lucas Heights, where a car crash on New Illawarra Road at Rutherford Avenue is affecting northbound traffic. Motorists are urged to slow down, stay alert and give emergency crews plenty of room. For public transport, Blue Mountains Line maintenance continues through to Friday 21 August. Buses are replacing trains between Lithgow and Mount Victoria, with some buses towards Mount Victoria leaving up to 15 minutes earlier than the regular train timetable. Trains are still running between Mount Victoria and Central on a changed timetable, and Bathurst services are operating to altered schedules. Passengers connecting with NSW TrainLink Regional Coaches at Lithgow should confirm their travel times by calling 132 232. Elsewhere, Sydney’s train network is running normally. Tune in to Wake Up Sydney for the latest updates to help you plan your day across Sydney and beyond.

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  Episode #988

  Showers and Smooth Roads

  Aug 16, 20269 minS1

  Wake Up Sydney brings you the essential start to Monday, 17 August 2026, with the latest on weather, roads and trains across Sydney. Sydney is waking to a cool and showery morning, with the CBD starting at 12.2°C and heading for 19°C. Parramatta begins at 11.8°C with a top of 17°C, while Bondi sits at 14.4°C and is also expected to reach 17°C. Showers are likely throughout the day, so keep an umbrella handy. On the roads, it is a smooth run across Sydney, with no reported crashes, breakdowns or major delays affecting traffic this morning. For train commuters, most of the Sydney network is running normally. However, Blue Mountains passengers should plan ahead, with buses replacing trains between Lithgow and Mount Victoria from Monday through to Friday, 21 August, due to maintenance. Some buses towards Mount Victoria may leave up to 15 minutes earlier than the usual train timetable. Trains continue between Mount Victoria and Central on a changed timetable, while Bathurst services are also operating to altered times. Passengers connecting with NSW TrainLink Regional Coaches at Lithgow should confirm departure times by calling 132 232. Stay informed and start your day prepared with Wake Up Sydney.

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  Episode #987

  Showers and Train Changes in Sydney

  Aug 15, 202611 minS1

  Wake Up Sydney brings you your Sunday morning update for 16 August 2026, covering the latest on weather, traffic and trains across Sydney. It’s a cool, grey and showery winter start across the city, with the CBD sitting at 11.1°C and heading for a top of 19°C. Parramatta starts at 10.7°C with a high of 17°C, while Bondi is milder at 15°C, also reaching 17°C. Keep an umbrella and jacket close, with showers expected throughout the day. On the roads, it’s a smooth start to Sunday with no traffic incidents reported across Sydney, making it an unusually easy morning for drivers. For public transport, major weekend trackwork is causing significant changes across the train network. Buses are replacing trains on parts of the Inner West, Western, Richmond, Blue Mountains, T4 Eastern Suburbs and Illawarra, and South Coast lines. Key changes include replacement buses between Ashfield and Central, Bathurst/Emu Plains/Richmond and Parramatta, and Central and Bondi Junction. South Coast services are mostly running only as far as Hurstville, where passengers will need to change for city services. The Airport Line is operating normally. If you’re catching trains today, check your trip before heading out and allow extra travel time.

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  Episode #986

  Wet Day and Train Changes in Sydney

  Aug 14, 202611 minS1

  Wake Up Sydney brings you the essential Saturday morning update for 15 August 2026, covering weather, roads and rail across Sydney. It’s a cool, damp winter day ahead, with showers expected in the CBD, Parramatta and Bondi. The CBD starts at 11.1°C and climbs to 19°C, Parramatta begins at 9.5°C with a top of 17°C, while Bondi sits at 13.1°C on the way to 17°C. On the roads, it’s a surprisingly smooth start across Sydney, with no crashes, breakdowns or major delays reported. Public transport is a different story, with major planned weekend trackwork affecting trains across several lines. Buses are replacing trains between Emu Plains, Richmond and Parramatta, as well as Bathurst and Parramatta. Services between Parramatta and the City are running to changed timetables and stopping patterns. There are also replacement buses between Leppington and Glenfield from 7:40am to 2pm, along with further timetable changes across parts of the Liverpool, Lidcombe, Homebush and City services. The T4 and South Coast lines are also facing significant changes, with buses replacing trains between Central and Bondi Junction. Travellers heading to Martin Place are advised to consider the metro. Before heading out, check your trip, allow extra travel time, and be ready to switch between trains, buses and metro services. Stay informed and start your day with Wake Up Sydney.

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