Urban brews and brain waves: exploring tomorrow's innovations at inner city bars
We asked some of the speakers at our talking event Raising the Bar to share their views on what the future holds for people, cities and the planet
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Electric flights, cooling cities and mental health tech: Innovation at Raising the Bar
Hear talks from local pioneers at your favourite pubs on 9 April
Shape the future of Sydney Streets
Have your say on our neighbourhood community events.
Your votes are in – the best hot chips in the City of Sydney area
We asked for your favourite hot chips in the city. Did your favourite make the cut? Did chicken salt or tomato sauce come out on top?
How your business can get involved in Sydney Streets
The popular outdoor street events are back this summer.
Crown Street’s still serving, spinning and styling in revamp
A multi-million dollar facelift polishes the inner-city gem while it’s business as usual for your favourite retailers.
5 fun-filled activities to shake up your night out
Switch up your routine with something other than your same old Saturday night.
Celebrate Wear It Purple Day
Supporters wear purple to help shape a better world and celebrate diversity and young people from LGBTIQA+ communities.
Surry Hills fire: information on support available for affected residents, owners and businesses
The City of Sydney, NSW Government and non-government agencies are working together to manage the impact of the fire on 25 May at 7-13 Randle Street.
What you need to know about Sydney WorldPride 2023
A massive celebration of LGBTIQA+ communities from around the world.
Spring awakening: Eat, shop and play at Sydney Streets
7 local neighbourhoods transformed into traffic-free destinations.
‘Old, insanitary and ruinous’: Historic photos reveal demolished Sydney
The changing face of the city captured from 1900 to 1931.
In pictures: Crown Street through the centuries
As we plan a future transformation for Crown Street, see how the route evolved over 200 years.
Crown Street to be transformed by extensive upgrade
We’re asking for community feedback on our plans to upgrade a 1 kilometre stretch from Devonshire Street to Oxford Street.
In pictures: Summer Streets welcomed people to eat, shop and play
We stopped traffic in our neighbourhoods for everyone to dine, drink and celebrate outdoors.
Apply to run community markets in Darlinghurst or Surry Hills
We’re looking for applicants who can show innovation and diversity.
How you can help Oxford Street keep its vibe
We’re asking for input on the future of the beloved strip. Here’s how to give feedback and why your say matters.
On show now: Intersections in Surry Hills
Artist Ian Strange brings his striking light installation to Sydney as part of Art & About.
Alfresco city: Outdoor dining opportunities extended
We’re now waiving all outdoor dining permit fees until June 2023.
Over the rainbow: Surry Hills path celebrates same-sex marriage
The 90m walkway is complete just in time for Sydney Mardi Gras.
Theatre in a pandemic: Inside the reopened Giant Dwarf
New headquarters, programming and hygiene measures at 280 Cleveland Street’s home of experimental theatre.
A new place to play in the heart of Surry Hills
Local kids see their ideas come to life as the Shannon Reserve Playground reopens.
Sydney’s new food festival: Jake Smyth of Mary’s tells us why we should hit the streets
The City of Sydney is backing a new retail campaign to support our local bars, cafes, restaurants and retailers.
All paws aboard for Surry Hills pet day
September's Northcott Pet Day was all about looking after the city’s 4-legged friends – and their owners.
Artwork tells secret stories in billboard-sized letters
Surry Hills artwork, Village Voices, reflects personal experiences.
Letters of complaint to the City
Step back in time to 19th and early 20th century Sydney
