Powerhouse Parramatta Completed

Powerhouse Parramatta’s construction officially complete, but four of five opening exhibitions still remain under wraps

Powerhouse Parramatta has officially reached its final major construction milestone, with 100% completion of main building works. Now, work begins on the installation of their first five major international exhibitions.

Isabelle James

Bronte Beach Sydney (Image: Isabelle James)

25 things to do in Sydney this weekend (May 1-3)

Looking for things to do this weekend? Welcome to your curated guide to the top events, activities and unique experience in and around Sydney.

Isabelle James

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Food & Drink

dry dock dining

Review: A traditional Australian pub with award-winning hatted food

The Dining Room at the Dry Dock Hotel is not only worth the trip to Balmain, for a special night it’s worth the price too.

Naomi Toy

High Tea is the only way to celebrate Mother's Day this year in Sydney

The 10 best Mother’s Day high teas in Sydney in 2026

High tea has never looked so sweet as it does in Sydney for Mother’s Day this year

Rose Kelly

Mountain Culture Brewery Redfern

Eat, drink, be merry! The best bars and restaurants to go to during the Sydney Comedy Festival

We’ve rounded up the best places to drink and dine around each of the 13 Sydney Comedy Festival hubs.

Isabelle James

Martini at Bar Bridge

Sydney has martini mania, and we’re mad for it

Whether you take yours dry or wet, dirty or with a twist, Sydneysiders are downing martinis across the city like they’re going out of style.

Isabelle James

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What to expect from Vivid Sydney

Vivid Sydney harbour

Vivid Sydney 2026 Guide: Dates, Light Walk, Events & Tips

Discover everything about Vivid Sydney 2026: festival dates, must-see light shows, cruise options, family tips, and more in our ultimate guide.

Rose Kelly

Vivid Sydney Drones

Drones to return to Vivid Sydney as festival unveils official 2026 program

The aerial spectacle – which previously drew huge crowds to Sydney Harbour – is set to make a comeback in 2026 after being absent from last year’s festival.

Peter Lynch

The Long Table Dinner NSW Icons of Land and Sea with vivid food program

This year’s Vivid Food Program to be “largest yet” with huge takeover of iconic Sydney mall

This year, Vivid Sydney is dialling things up, unveiling what Destination NSW is calling its “biggest food program yet”. At the heart of it is one standout event set to transform one of the city’s most iconic retail landmarks, the historic Strand Arcade, into an intimate long-table dining experience.

Isabelle James

Tumbalong Nights live music at Vivid Sydney

Vivid ends this weekend – here are 5 itineraries for every day this week

Pick your Vivid itinerary and get out there to explore the festival before the fun ends on Saturday, June 14.

Amy Hughes

News

A compilaton of three images of the Art Gallery of NSW, the sydney opera house and the MCA

Admission prices in Sydney rise: What you’ll now pay at the city’s top things to do (2026)

A day out at Sydney’s top visitor attractions is more expensive than ever as price hikes are quietly added.

Naomi Toy

packing room prize winner Sean Layh

First look: The Archibald Prize 2026 Finalists and Packing Room Prize Winner have been announced

The Art Gallery of NSW has unveiled the 2026 Archibald finalists, with Sean Layh taking out the coveted Packing Room Prize with his first ever entry.

Naomi Toy

scar and mufasa in the lion king

The Lion King review: pure theatre magic without digital tricks

The puppet masters return in The Lion King at the Capitol Theatre with this vibrant, uplifting musical.

Naomi Toy

Marc by Sofia Coppola

Our guide to the Sydney Film Festival and the top films on our radar

The 73rd edition of the Sydney Film Festival is just around the corner. Here’s what you should go and see.

Isabelle James