Always learning, always sharing
Uncle Charles ‘Chicka’ Madden reflects on 80-plus years serving his community.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
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New Aboriginal names for city spots
Trees and the night sky inspire titles for a local plaza, park and street.
Standing up for culture and community
A proud story of connection and advocacy from Wiradjuri and Walbunja activist Jinny-Jane Smith.
Get a funding boost to bring your event or project to life
What you need to know about our latest round of grants.
Making space for creativity: inside Sydney’s artist apartments
An affordable live/work spaces program is giving 6 Sydney creatives space to live, work and bring their art to life.
Free gig at Sydney Town Hall for NAIDOC Week
The next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander hip hop, R&B and indie pop artists will play an all-ages live show on Thursday 10 July.
What to do in Sydney this July
Live music, bustling markets and school holiday fun. Here are 10 events to warm up your winter.
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.
8 ways to connect with First Nations cultures and communities
Discover ways to engage with First Nations cultures this Reconciliation Week.
Empowering women through education
Discover how Dixie Link-Gordon’s life journey led to her work supporting women to be safe, healthy and strong.
On the road to justice: remembering the Freedom Ride
Four photographs from the exhibition at 119 Redfern Street.
What to do in Sydney this January
Take a dip in the city centre, catch short films under the stars and experience an exhibition that’s out of this world. Here are 9 events to savour.
119 Redfern Street wins sustainability award with ‘enoughness’
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge centre was recognised for its adaptive reuse.
In pictures: NAIDOC in the City 2024
A celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, businesses, dance and music.
NAIDOC in the City takes over Sydney Town Hall
A celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander music, dance, art and enterprise as part of NAIDOC Week.
City of Sydney employee Otis Williams shares what drew him to Redfern
Hear more from Otis about what reconciliation week means to him and what drew him to the City of Sydney.
119 Redfern wins National Trust Hertiage Awards architecture prize
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and knowledge centre will ensure stories are treasured for generations to come.
Echoes of the past honour the Stolen Generations
Learn about the survivors of the Cootamundra Domestic Training Home for Aboriginal Girls (1912-1969) as Australia marks National Sorry Day.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge leads the way at 119 Redfern Street
Project manager Tracey Duncan shares the importance of the community-driven space.
In pictures: the opening of 119 Redfern Street
A centre for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to share knowledge and practise culture has opened in the heart of Redfern.
Our 12 picks from Sydney Writers' Festival
Diverse storytellers gather 20-26 May. Here are some talks, workshops and readings to take you away.
In pictures: Redfern Community Centre turns 20
Locals and former employees share their fondest memories. Warning: this article contains images of deceased Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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 and Waterloo.
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.
Sydney on the move for Yes
Thousands of people marched in support of the Voice to Parliament
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.
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.
