History

6 online jigsaw puzzles using City of Sydney archive photos

Take a moment to relax and explore the city from a different perspective.

The City’s online records portal includes over 1 million items, with almost half available to download.

James Waugh’s discerning descriptions provide a glimpse of Sydney life in 1861. Here are our favourite must-see sites from the city’s past.

Preserving one of Chinatown’s rarest buildings Architecture and design

An early 20th century building that embodies the history of Sydney’s Chinatown has been recommended for heritage listing.

A Google search inspired Sarah Maddock to get back on her bike after discovering she shared the same name as a cycling pioneer.

Revisit Sydney’s past at History Week through a series of free events.

You’ll be surprised how many traces can be found in the fabric of our city.

A centenary of women in council Our history and heritage

100 years ago, a single piece of legislation paved the way for women to become lawyers, stand for councils and enter parliament.

Large crowds are expected to gather in Hyde Park on 11 November 2018, to reflect on the end of World War I.

100 years ago, inner Sydney erupted in celebration as 4 years of battle were finally declared over.