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Celebrate NAIDOC Week in Sydney
Here are our picks of the program, which runs from 6 to 13 July.
Weaving a way to knowledge and healing
Community educator and traditional weaver Karleen Green shares her story.
5 things you can discover in the City Archives
We keep more than one million records about Sydney dating from the 19th century. International Archives Week is the perfect time to explore them.
What we miss when we simplify refugee stories
Refugee Week ambassador Samah Shda on the importance of embracing complexity and discomfort.
What to do in Sydney this June
The lights are on and the red carpet is out. The best art, music, performances and parties come to town this month.
Discover Sydney’s stories with free exhibitions
Step into the past, present and future of our city
Wrap with Love: The local charity warming the world one knit at a time
For Volunteer Week, we go behind the scenes at the Alexandria-based charity and discover the joys of lending a hand – or a knitting needle.
$2.7b plan to transform city spaces and services
Our budget includes a new civic square, enhanced parks and venues, and expanded support for culture and communities.
Plans for an epic new public square move ahead
Set to become the heart of the city, a civic space outside Sydney Town Hall has been in the works for more than 40 years.
Empowering women through education
Discover how Dixie Link-Gordon’s life journey led to her work supporting women to be safe, healthy and strong.
Share your experiences working in the creative sector
Help us to help you. Let’s understand what your industry needs.
Meet the changemakers leading Sydney’s circular fashion movement
Make your threads count. Discover local brands leading the way in circular fashion.
What to do in Sydney this May
From literary festivals and bustling markets to island adventures and meals that bring cultures together, uncover new passions and make meaningful connections.
City of Sydney named one of Australia’s best places to work
The Australian Financial Review has recognised our commitment to flexibility, inclusion and meaningful careers.
Hidden in plain sight: revealing the overlooked stories of Sydney’s inner suburbs
Shining a light on the untold stories of our local area.
Business Awards 2025: from innovative products, to excellence in sustainable tourism and customer service
Celebrating the best in our area.
From surviving to thriving: the business fundamentals small business owners need to know
Our Reboot series returns with more invaluable advice to help you drive growth
What to do in Sydney this April
Fall into a month of new ideas, fresh comedy and creativity. Here are 10 events to add to your calendar.
Youth Week: events to check out in our area
From a scavenger hunt to live music and gaming, we’ve got your entertainment sorted
Changemakers launchpad
Our new civic engagement program for young people
Why Sydney's heat feels more intense
Muggy, sticky, steamy weather - a humidity expert reveals how it affects us
Verve leads the way with a green building grant
How an Erskineville apartment complex cut emissions, saved on power and future-proofed itself for electric vehicles.
What to do in Sydney this March
Count frog calls, climb a shell bridge and amp up your nights with live music. Try something new this month with these 15 events.
Capture the essence of Australian Life
Enter our national photography competition for a $10,000 grand prize.
Young eyes, big stories: Kids invited to Little Sydney Lives photography contest
Budding photographers aged 5 to 12 can make their mark and show us their world.
Donate quality furniture and help support reuse in our area
With a little extra effort, you can make a big impact – helping local families in need and keeping items out of landfill.
6 women from the City of Sydney share how STEM careers help them stay curious
Across the City of Sydney, women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, are driving innovation, sustainability and smart solutions.
Join the Lord Mayor’s official welcome event for international students
Learn about Sydney life, services and programs while making new friends.
Secure funding for your project in 2025: Grants open now
Everything you need to get started with a grant application today
