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In pictures: Redfern Community Centre turns 20
Locals and former employees share their fondest memories. Warning: this article containimages of deceased Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Bloody Big Survey: Share your experience with periods and help advocate for change
Have your voice heard anonymously in the world’s most extensive collection of data on menstruation and period poverty by 31 May.
Faith, family and fasting for City ranger during Ramadan
From pre-dawn meals to festive celebrations, Mohammed reflects on charity, prayer and personal growth in the holiest time of the year for Muslims worldwide.
Glebe's groundbreaking shelter Elsie Women’s Refuge turns 50
Local female activists reflect on a powerful feminist moment in the city’s past as we mark International Women’s Day
Biennale unveils Ten Thousand Suns in historic art revelation
Dive into an unparalleled journey of creativity at Sydney’s landmarks, where cultural heritage and contemporary brilliance meet
Applications open: REMIX Business of Culture incubator program
Free support to develop new ideas, audiences and revenue streams for our creative and cultural sector.
By George, dragons! Experience the magic of Sydney Lunar Festival
The roarsome dragons and lanterns making George Street shine for Sydney Lunar Festival.
Making space for culture
Free program connects artists to properties
Dragons of Sydney
11 people born in the Year of the Dragon share what being a dragon, and Lunar New Year, means to them
Meet the Sydney duo putting more queer into the comedy scene
How a City of Sydney sponsorship is helping to bring Sydney’s brightest performers to Oxford Street this Mardi Gras
Applications for our 2024 public art program are now open
Calling all creatives: It’s time to submit your ideas for Art & About
Celebrate outstanding young people and youth workers
Nominations are now open for the Betty Makin Youth Awards
Sydney New Years Eve 2023 midnight fireworks – the official full-length video
Happy New Year from Sydney! Enjoy the magic of our midnight fireworks display over Sydney Harbour.
How to: Get the perfect fireworks photo this NYE
Learn how to master this tricky night-time shot with the help of SYDNYE’s official photographers.
A Torres Strait Islander Elder shares her story
Language, dance and legacy: Joyce Wymarra’s journey from Badu to Glebe.
We Are Warriors showcases First Nations excellence at New Year’s Eve
The artists and musicians behind the Calling Country fireworks and performances honouring the world’s oldest living culture.
Nurturing creative talent in the heart of the city
Meet the talented artists thriving in our creative live/work spaces in Darlinghurst.
City of Sydney libraries closed Friday 1 December
Our after-hours return chutes are available and you can renew and reserve items online.
5 iconic music videos from our local area
To celebrate the Australian Music Month, we’re looking at some classic Sydney rock and roll music video moments from the 1980s and 90s.
In pictures: Sydney’s public restrooms in the early 1900s
To celebrate World Toilet Day, we step back a century to explore the early days of public sanitation in our area.
We keep the ball in motion
Young Redfern All Blacks players, Jonathan Silva and Shyla Miller-Mundine, on championing togetherness in Australia's oldest Aboriginal rugby league club.
The Sydney Opera House turns 50
Jan Utzon’s iconic creation turns 50 this month, so we’ve dived into the City of Sydney archives to look at the history of Sydney’s most recognised building.
Australian Life: people’s choice winner
A clear winner has taken out the people’s choice award for 2023
Top 9: Your questions about the Voice to Parliament answered
Answers from experts about the upcoming referendum
Australian Life and Little Sydney Lives 2023 winners
A captivating 48 images are now on show at Customs House Square.
Titus Grenyer ignites the future of the Sydney Town Hall organ
Meet the 25-year-old organist keeping historic traditions alive with a modern outlook
Support and nurture through culture and dance
Jodie Welsh, founder and artistic director of Brolga Dance Academy, looks back at the building blocks of her life.
Why vote Yes in the referendum
Vote Yes to recognise Indigenous Australians in the constitution, listen to their voices about decisions that affect them, and make a practical difference.
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