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10 things to do with kids in Sydney during a bomb cyclone

As Sydney hunkers down for a ‘bombogenesis’, whatever that is, we’ve rounded up the best kid-friendly indoor activities to help you ride out the storm in style – and with your sanity in tact.

Anastasia Sydney tour

Sydney dates for the Anastasia musical are revealed and tickets are now on sale

Vivid Sydney 2025

Vivid Sydney 2026 dates announced – and why 2025 was the biggest yet

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Entertainment

Where to watch the Lions Tour in Sydney

6 places to watch the British & Irish Lions Tour in Sydney

Our selection of the best places to watch the Lions Tour in Sydney will mean you don’t miss a moment of the action. After 12 long years, the British & Irish Lions Tour returns to Australian soil, and Sydney’s pubs are pulling out all the stops. During six weeks, from June 28 until August 2, there will … Read more

AC/DC Power Up Tour

I waited 50 minutes to get my AC/DC tickets offer – then they added a second show

No presale. No fan club priority. Just thousands of AC/DC fans battling it out in one giant ticket drop this morning. Now, a second Sydney show has been quietly added — and fans are hoping Ticketek can hold it together this time.
the Play that Goes Wrong - Drama Theatre, Opera House

Review: The Play That Goes Wrong is Agatha Christie meets Basil Fawlty

It’s slapstick and pantomime all rolled into one. Mr Bean would be right at home on this stage. As would Peter Sellers in the Pink Panther. The idea is simple. But the humour is irresistible. You simply won’t stop laughing. … Read more
Balmain Rozelle late night diners

Balmain and Rozelle venues can now trade until 2am – here’s your late-night pub crawl itinerary

Sydney’s nightlife just got another boost and this time, it’s Darling Street’s beloved pubs and bars leading the charge. We’ve created the ultimate late-night itinerary to experience the best of the Inner West.

Food & Drink

Ette Sydney interior

Review: Ette is the CBD’s best-kept secret for chic, affordable dining

You’d be forgiven for wondering if Sydney really needs another ‘small plates and good wine’ spot. As I made my way down to the recently opened Ette, discreetly tucked away on the ground floor of an unassuming office tower, I couldn’t help but wonder: would this one bring anything new to the table? Ette is … Read more

non-alcoholic cocktails

Dry July 2025: 13 Best Non-Alcoholic Cocktails to Try in Sydney

Who says non-alcoholic drinks have to be boring? These venues are offering an exciting mix of funky ingredients to help you breeze through Dry July. With Dry July just around the corner, you might be swapping your usual Friday-night spicy … Read more
Felons Seafood

Oysters, views and a salt & vinegar martini? Felons Seafood is now open

Manly’s love affair with Felons Brewing Co. continues, as the new seafood restaurant opens its doors today. Here’s everything we know, including menu highlights and a peek inside the venue.
Hot Fellas Bakery And Just Like That...

Drop everything – SATC’s Hot Fellas Bakery Sydney pop-up has just opened in Darlinghurst

And Just Like That… Anthony’s bakery has opened for business in Darlinghurst, and the hot fellas are flinging out free pastries and coffees all weekend. Get a sneak peek at the menu so you’re ready to visit before it all sells out.

Sydney Guides

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Penrith Nepean River

Top 8 Things to do in Penrith 2025

Children at SEA LIFE Sydney

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Best things to do on a rainy day in Sydney

The sunset over Manly Beach

Things to do in Manly: The ultimate guide

Hay St Market in Sydney's Haymarket is the city's hottest food destination. Image supplied.

Sydney Hay St Market: the ultimate guide

DFO Homebush is a premium outlet mall located 15 miles west of Sydney CBD.

DFO Homebush: the ultimate shopping outlet guide

Ace your first time in Sydney with our ultimate guide

The ultimate guide for your first time in Sydney

Essentials

A weathered stone lion sits beneath a vibrant red and gold Chinese archway; people stroll through a bustling Chinatown street

Chinatown

This area dates from the 1920s and offers a bustling array of shops and restaurants, plus bargain shopper heaven in Paddy’s Market and a Chinese Garden. 

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Barangaroo

Named after Bennelong’s wife, an indigenous leader in colonial times, this new precinct showcases shops, restaurants, offices, the Crown resort and a harbour pool.
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Bondi Beach

A globally famous 1-kilometre stretch of sand and glittering water featuring great surf, ocean pools, coastal walks and nearby bars, restaurants, shops and markets.
A jacaranda tree blooms purple in a park overlooking Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Opera House

Royal Botanic Garden

Australia’s natural masterpiece and our oldest botanic garden, overlooks Sydney Harbour and embraced by The Domain, another urban oasis worth exploring.
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