Winning images capture moments of life
A powerful image of adolescence and a quirky, abstract image have been named the winners of the Australian Life and Little Sydney Lives photography competitions.
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Art with heart brings colour to the city
Beautiful new artworks are popping up around major construction zones as part of a City of Sydney effort to support artists and brighten streets.
On-street dining here to stay
The City of Sydney will begin transforming close to 150 temporary on-street dining areas into high-quality footpath extensions in the latest stage of its outdoor dining program.
The finishing touches on George Street’s transformation
From a traffic-clogged thoroughfare to a world-class boulevard, George Street has reached the pinnacle of its transformation.
City lockboxes to get the axe
The City of Sydney has announced plans to remove lockboxes attached to its infrastructure but will give owners until 1 April 2027 to remove them before the scheme is implemented.
New playground and courts for Alexandria Park
Alexandria Park is set for a major revamp with new play equipment and sports court upgrades planned for the popular community hub.
Preparing for the biggest night of the year
From picking a top spot to watch the fireworks to finding the best place to eat on the night, party planners can head to the official Sydney New Year’s Eve website and make sure this year’s celebration is one to remember.
Little photographers see the big picture
Images captured by 20 of Sydney’s youngest photographers have been selected as finalists for the Little Sydney Lives photography competition.
Australian stories in focus
Powerful images captured by amateur and professional photographers from around Australia have been selected as finalists for one of the country’s biggest photo competitions.
New chapter for Oxford Street begins with a weekend of culture and creativity
Oxford Street’s history, culture and creative spirit will be celebrated in spring with a free 3-day event befitting one of Sydney’s most distinctive neighbourhoods.
Sydney’s next great gathering place takes shape
A major transformation is set for the heart of the city, with designs for a striking new public square opposite Sydney Town Hall released today.
New busking policy and digital guide to support Sydney's street performers
Buskers now have easier access to support and location information with the City of Sydney releasing a new digital guide designed to simplify and enhance street performances.
New grants program opens more doors for local communities
A new streamlined, user-friendly grants program will help achieve stronger outcomes for communities across the City of Sydney’s area.
One million bike trips along Oxford Street
Less than one year after it first opened, the Oxford Street west separated cycleway has just clocked up over one million rides.
Adventure awaits at Green Square’s huge new playground
The largest playground ever completed by the City of Sydney, Gunyama Park in Zetland, is now open for play.
Joint push for late night boost on King Street
The City of Sydney and Inner West Council have come together to make it easier for businesses along Newtown’s popular King Street to trade later while boosting the potential for more music and performance on the strip.
Homeless numbers falling but not fast enough
A yearly count has found fewer people sleeping rough in Sydney’s inner-city streets and parks.
City of Sydney pushes for share bike rules to get on the right track
The City of Sydney has called for changes to NSW Government share bike reforms, saying the draft regulations will leave councils without the power or resources to manage them.
Green light for Belmore Park upgrade
Belmore Park near Central Station will become a more inviting green space with renewal plans given the go ahead at this week’s City of Sydney Council meeting.
Achieving real outcomes with a $2 billion commitment
Over the next 12 months the City of Sydney will invest more than $1 billion in infrastructure, services and city-shaping projects for the future of its 242,000 residents.
Life through the lens of our next generation
Young photographers across Sydney are invited to get behind the lens and capture their unique perspectives of life in the city.
Focus on Australian life unfiltered
Amateur and professional photographers from across the country are invited to turn their lens on life in Australia for one of the nation’s most renowned photography showcases and prizes.
From crisis to community: rethinking housing for all
The City of Sydney has released a new discussion paper to lead conversation on where and how more local housing should be delivered.
City supercharges special entertainment precincts
The City of Sydney has prepared proposals to boost its nightlife, with 5000 businesses across more than 20 special entertainment precincts set to benefit.
Local businesses granted extended trading hours for Mardi Gras
Local businesses will be able to extend their trading hours this weekend during Mardi Gras celebrations, giving shops, restaurants and entertainment venues the option to stay open later throughout the event period.
Updated policy opens new opportunities for buskers
Sydney’s buskers and street performers are set to have more opportunities to share their talent and creativity with visitors and locals.
Spirits fly high as Mardi Gras season begins
Spirits fly high as Mardi Gras season begins
Sydney saddles up for the Year of the Horse
Thousands of Sydney residents, visitors and workers will enjoy more than 2 weeks of family-friendly music, feasts and performances as celebrations welcoming the Lunar New Year kick off in Sydney.
New year brings new riding connections
Two new cycleways are open and helping people ride around Sydney more safely.
Outdoor dining vision comes together
The City of Sydney is seeking feedback on key changes to its successful outdoor dining program.
