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Our breakdown of the official Sydney Film Festival program 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

Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge

24 things to do in Sydney this weekend (May 8-10)

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

Grappa Sydney The Rocks

Are these the best new restaurants in Sydney right now? (Updated May 2026)

To help guide locals and visitors around Sydney’s new dining scene, we’ve listed our favourite new Sydney restaurants for you to check out.

Isabelle James

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

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Molecule of Light Vivid Sydney

10 Vivid Sydney light installations made for your Instagram feed

If you’re looking to up your gram game, use this guide to help plan your evening out at Vivid Sydney 2026. Your camera roll will thank us later…

Isabelle James

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

aerial view of Vivid Fire Kitchen

Vivid Fire Kitchen program 2026: the chefs, what’s new, and all the mouthwatering details

Forget the bright lights! The Vivid Fire Kitchen program for 2026 has been revealed and we can’t wait for this feast to begin.

Naomi Toy

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

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

Admission prices are rising in Sydney: What you’ll pay at the city’s top attractions

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

The Cutaway Barangaroo

The Cutaway, Barangaroo’s new 24/7 cultural hub, has officially reached completion

Barangaroo is having a moment. With the new metro station boosting access and its long-awaited cultural space, The Cutaway, now complete, the precinct is ready to step into the spotlight.

Isabelle James