Sydney to light the fuse on a celebration like nowhere else
New Year’s Eve revellers will be wowed by an incredible fireworks, music and lights spectacular showcasing Sydney’s unique character and culture to a global audience.
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More space and less red tape to boost the city’s outdoor dining revolution
The City of Sydney is proposing key changes to its successful outdoor dining program to ensure the outdoor dining revolution is here to stay.
Make a splash with free entry to swimming pools
Dive into the start of summer with a free visit to a world-class City of Sydney pool on Saturday 6 December.
Festive treats and sparkling streets: Christmas in Sydney
From today, Sydney will be filled with the joy, music and magic of Christmas, from carol singers across the city and visits from Santa to a new Christmas fair and the tallest Christmas tree in NSW.
$2.5m for creativity, culture and communities
More than 60 local businesses, creatives and cultural organisations will benefit from more than $2.5 million in cash, value in kind and rental subsidies in the City of Sydney’s latest grants program.
Tribute to sex workers returns after 3 decades
A bronze replica of the artwork JOY that pays tribute to inner-city sex workers has been unveiled in Darlinghurst almost 30 years after the removal of the original statue.
Less traffic, more space to enjoy at Circular Quay
A former dead end between the Circular Quay light rail stop and Customs House has been transformed into a beautifully paved space where people can meet, sit and eat.
Inner-city grant for Redfern affordable housing project
The City of Sydney has approved a $3 million grant to build affordable housing for Aboriginal elders in Redfern.
New partnership for aged care in Redfern
Wyanga Aboriginal Aged Care and Uniting are set to turn a council car park in Redfern into a not-for-profit 50-person residential aged care home.
All-electric buildings given green light
Planning rules requiring new residential buildings, medium to large commercial buildings, hotels and serviced apartment buildings in the City of Sydney to be all-electric have received final endorsement from Council.
Free street festivals return to Sydney
A series of free events is set to bring festival vibes to local communities across Sydney, starting from Saturday 1 November.
New space in Zetland to meet, perform and play
People in the bustling neighbourhood of Green Square now have more space to meet, perform and play.
Artists wanted to turn Sydney into a canvas
The City of Sydney invites local artists, curators and other creatives to pitch ideas for one of Sydney’s best temporary art programs.
Sydney leading the way in reducing waste
Household food scraps collection by 2030, services for hard to recycle items and more support for businesses moving towards a circular economy are all part of the City of Sydney’s plan to reduce the amount of items being sent to landfill.
$5 all-day parking in the city centre
People riding into the city centre now have another convenient, affordable and secure parking facility.
Shining a light on the world’s largest stateless community
A large-scale interactive public artwork to be installed at Customs House forecourt will aim to raise awareness and connect audiences with the world’s largest stateless population.
Start planning for Sydney’s biggest party
Party planners from Sydney and around the world are being urged to head to sydneynewyearseve.com to get started on making this year’s celebration truly memorable.
Immersive experience is a journey into nature’s vulnerability
A new serene, sensory experience in Paddington Reservoir Gardens will explore the fragility of nature and tell the story of animals, endangered species and the importance of conservation.
Connecting King and College street cycleways
Construction has begun on a new section of cycleway that will safely connect people riding between College and King streets.
Harbour pool reopens on the first day of spring
Treasured harbourside swimming spot Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool reopens today following an extensive upgrade.
Significant trees on the map
A tree planted by British royals, a Moreton Bay fig more than 30m high and a Grey Ironbark which has stood on a busy local street for at least 150 years are among those on the City of Sydney’s significant tree register.
Historic town hall set for new lease of life
Paddington Town Hall is about to undergo a multi-million-dollar revamp and the City of Sydney is asking local communities for their feedback on one of the city’s most important civic buildings.
Fresh support for mental health, kids and cancer charities
The City of Sydney has picked three charities to support at its New Year, Christmas and Lunar Festival events.
Outback moment wins Australian Life top prize
Riley Swanson on the Roma Southern Road by Carly Earl has won this year’s prestigious Australian Life photography competition.
A better way to walk and ride on Oxford Street
Oxford Street is now safer and easier to get around on foot or bike thanks to City of Sydney upgrades including a dedicated separated cycleway.
Restoring local history brick by brick
The City of Sydney is about to begin work to restore the heritage listed brick kilns and chimneys that dominate the skyline around Sydney Park.
Young snappers show us their view of Sydney
Scrapping siblings, pelicans in the park and a sightseeing seagull are among the images shortlisted for this year’s Little Sydney Lives competition.
Australian Life finalists capture the nation – from goats to grit in stunning photo stories
A herd of lively goats, a mother and daughter navigating a complex school system and a final night of revelry in a Melbourne hotel are just some of the subjects featured in this year’s Australian Life photography competition.
Skyscrapers set to reshape Sydney skyline
A transformed Pitt Street precinct featuring two 300m plus skyscrapers is one step closer, after Council endorsed proposed changes to planning rules to increase the maximum building height and floor space at 56–60 Pitt Street.
Improving access and amenity around Redfern station
People walking and riding near Redfern station are now enjoying a safer and more accessible streetscape after the City of Sydney completed improvement works in the area.
