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.
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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.
Sydney welcomes 2025 in spectacular style
Sydney welcomes 2025 in spectacular style with the biggest fireworks display yet
Sydney ready for a New Year’s Eve to remember
With 9 tonnes of fireworks loaded, picnic rugs lining the harbour and house parties kicking off across the city, Sydney is ready for its biggest night of the year.
Sydney set for a super-sized spectacular
With more fireworks than ever, a series of innovative firsts and more firing locations, this New Year’s Eve promises to be the biggest spectacular yet.
Affordable housing revamp set to boost numbers
Proposed changes to the City of Sydney’s affordable housing scheme are set to further boost the number of affordable dwellings for low-income households.
New Year’s Eve to unite Sydney Harbour like never before
Sydney New Year’s Eve will feature fireworks launched from 80 new positions on the western side of the Harbour Bridge, ensuring a better show than ever before on both sides of the famous landmark.
City grants millions to boost local communities
The City of Sydney has approved more than $2 million in direct cash and in-kind support to boost local communities and businesses.
Free entry to pools on Saturday 7 December
Celebrate the start of summer with a free visit to a world-class City of Sydney pool on Saturday 7 December.
Sydney set to sparkle this Christmas!
Sydney’s festive season is officially underway with an action-packed calendar of events that include six free children’s concerts, choirs, Christmas markets, decorations, lights and the State’s largest Christmas Tree at Martin Place.
Sydney’s nightlife plans open for comment
The City of Sydney is seeking feedback on its proposed changes to planning rules and the introduction of special entertainment precincts to breathe new life into the night-time economy.
Join our swim event for trans and gender diverse people at Cook + Phillip Park Pool
A free, family-friendly event for Sydney’s trans and gender diverse communities takes over Cook + Phillip Park Pool on Sunday 17 November.
More room to move and trade along Castlereagh Street
Businesses and people walking and riding are among those set to reap the benefits of a renewed Castlereagh Street after the City of Sydney’s improvement works.
Special boost for Sydney’s nightlife
The City of Sydney has proposed changes to planning rules and the introduction of special entertainment precincts to breathe new life into the night-time economy.
Sydney ranked in world’s top ten sustainable cities
Sydney has been named the number one Australian city on the Global Destination Sustainability Index, reaffirming it as a top location for business events and visitors.
Transforming a Redfern car park into affordable aged care
The City of Sydney is calling for expressions of interest to redevelop a Redfern council car park into a not-for-profit aged care facility for at least 50 older people.
New Progress Pride flag for Darlinghurst
Construction is under way on a new raised intersection at Bourke and Forbes streets in Darlinghurst to proudly celebrate people of diverse sexualities and genders.
Redfern Terrace to become a living museum
The City of Sydney is looking for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to transform a narrow terrace in Redfern into a living museum.
Life-saving treatment provides second life for Sydney’s precious water
In an Australian-first, clean and filtered water from Royal Prince Alfred Hospital’s kidney dialysis machines is now being used by the City of Sydney to help keep streets clean.
