Pack the umbrella before you leave: we are headed for a sunny day with a top of 30 degrees in the city and 31 at Parramatta with late afternoon or early evening thunderstorms. A strong wind warning has been issued for Sydney. The weekend looks perfect - 26-27C and sunny.

'She will surprise some people'

The likely new premier, Gladys Berejiklian. Photo: Louise Kennerley

A new premier will be elected in the Liberals' party room on Monday. The likelihood is that the premier to emerge will be Gladys Berejiklian. And she may have some surprises in store, writes James Robertson here.

Keep building

Transport minister Andrew Constance on George Street, as the first track is laid for a new light rail line. Photo: Kate Geraghty

Sydney's business leaders have one message for Mike Baird's successor: don't stop. They say his support for big projects has resurrected  the state economy. Read Clancy Yeates' report here.  

The cool school

Chloe Jackson spills the beans on Woonona's success.

If you drive south and head for Wollongong you'll pass a town called Woonona. It's here that its high school has proved that with a bit of elbow grease, you can achieve anything. In 2012, Woonona High had just 15 per cent of its HSC students make university. Last year it was 59 per cent. Kelsey Munro reveals how they did it. 

Sip above the city

Cocktails at Henry Deane at Hotel Palisade, Sydney. Photo: Edwina Pickles

It might not be the best afternoon for it if the forecast is right so tuck this one away. Callan Boys has picked out Sydney's best rooftop bars. 

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And have a great weekend.