Outdoor dining fees permanently waived across Sydney
From today all footpath and on-road outdoor dining fees will be permanently waived across the City of Sydney local area.
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Major grants funding to boost local economy and cultural initiatives
The City of Sydney approved the funding for 137 projects that will celebrate Sydney’s culture and creativity, support the local economy, and encourage sustainability or business growth.
All electric buildings in city’s future
Proposed new planning rules will require new residential buildings, large commercial buildings and hotels in the City of Sydney local area to be all electric by 1 January 2027.
Next generation of First Nations musicians play Town Hall at NAIDOC in the City
The next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander hip hop, R&B and indie pop artists will play Sydney Town Hall this NAIDOC Week at a free, all-ages live music concert on Thursday 10 July.
Landmark Chinatown archways given new lease of life
The historic gates in the heart of Chinatown have been restored to their former glory.
New reconciliation plan for lasting change
The City of Sydney’s new three-year stretch reconciliation action plan aims to strengthen partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, deepen understanding of First Nations cultures and increase economic opportunities.
Plan for $150m city public square moves ahead
The City of Sydney has committed more than $150m to a new public square opposite Sydney Town Hall with construction to start in 2028.
Multi-billion dollar commitment to drive urban transformation and boost community facilities
Almost $2.7 billion has been earmarked by the City of Sydney to increase open space and invest in community infrastructure, urban transformation and new facilities over the next 10 years.
The plan keeping Sydney’s net zero ambitions on track
Cutting operational energy use by 30%, getting off gas in our operations and helping renters access programs for better efficiency are some of the new proposals in a renewed environmental strategy.
Students to benefit from Sydney’s newest cycleway
Students are among the biggest winners with a new separated cycleway connecting Glebe and Ultimo open and welcoming riders.
Free trees? Yes, please!
City of Sydney residents will be the VIPs this Saturday at a free tree giveaway that’s helping to grow a greener future.
International students find community and opportunity in Sydney
More than 800 international students have received a warm welcome at a reception hosted by the City of Sydney.
Switching off gas for an electric future
The City of Sydney is inviting feedback on a discussion paper that explores how to make new developments all electric in an effort to cut emissions, create healthier homes and ease cost-of-living pressures.
Homelessness on the rise in Sydney’s inner city
The number of people sleeping rough in the inner city has climbed to 346, the City of Sydney’s latest count shows, representing a 24% increase on last year’s figure.
Public favours bold vision for Sydney after dark
Sydney’s nightlife is set to thrive, with strong community support for new plans that could make it easier for venues to open later while balancing the needs of residents.
Exploring opportunities and challenges of accelerating action on climate change
National and global leaders will come together at Sydney Town Hall next month to discuss why strong and decisive action on climate change is needed now more than ever.
Oxford street icons heritage listing push
The City of Sydney is proposing to list 134 Oxford Street, better known as the Oxford Hotel, Palms at 124 Oxford Street, and the Universal nightclub, formerly known as the Midnight Shift, at 85–91 Oxford Street.
Microclimate report finds a divide in how Sydney feels the heat
The most detailed analysis of urban heat ever carried out in our area has found suburbs near the harbour are up to 15 degrees cooler than those in the south during extreme heat.
Hungry maggots helping keep food scraps out of Sydney’s landfill
An army of baby insects have already eaten their way through almost 90 tonnes of discarded food scraps in a City of Sydney project exploring sustainable waste solutions.
Electric blue summer at Victoria Park Pool
Sydneysiders have flocked to Victoria Park Pool to make a splash, exercise and enjoy the renewed facilities complete with cheaper and more efficient electric heat pumps.
NSW’s first on-street share bike parking bay ready for riders
A new on-street parking bay for share bikes in Haymarket will help reduce clutter on streets while supporting an increasingly popular mode of transport.
Young photographers make it snappy at Little Sydney Lives
Australia’s youngest artists are being asked to show their view of the world in this year’s Little Sydney Lives photography competition.
Visions of Australia in focus for top photo prize
Professional and amateur photographers are invited to showcase their work in one of the nation’s biggest competitions for visual storytellers.
Sydney raises the flag for 17 days of Mardi Gras
The Progress Pride Flag was tonight raised above Sydney Town Hall to officially mark the start of more than two weeks of Mardi Gras celebrations.
Remembering the Freedom Ride against racism
The City of Sydney will host a photographic exhibition in Redfern to mark the anniversary of the Freedom Ride.
New rainbow intersection unveiled at Taylor Square
The arched roads on both sides of Oxford Street at Taylor Square are now painted with pride, right in time for the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.
19 days of culture, food and entertainment celebrate Lunar New Year
Sydney Lunar Festival is set to captivate thousands of residents and visitors for more than 2 weeks of family-friendly music, feasts and performances welcoming the Year of the Snake.
Festival vibes hit Sydney high streets
Village high streets across the City of Sydney will be transformed into lively festival hubs over the coming months as part of the hugely popular Sydney Streets program.
A festival more than 65,000 years in the making
The City of Sydney is once again supporting Yabun Festival on Sunday 26 January at Victoria Park.
Sydney’s bright start to 2025
With its largest New Year’s Eve fireworks displays ever, Sydney has welcomed 2025 with a bang.
