Cold winds and rain have abruptly ended the warm spring weather in New South Wales, as a cold front moves up the coast. Sydney's temperatures have dropped significantly, with winter-like conditions now affecting the southern and central regions. This weather change is expected to bring rain and strong winds for several days. The cold front made its way across the southern and central coast of NSW overnight, reaching the Illawarra just before midnight and hitting Sydney in the early hours of Thursday. While the weather may be gloomy in NSW, the forecast looks promising for Melbourne's AFL grand final.