What we miss when we simplify refugee stories
Refugee Week ambassador Samah Shda on the importance of embracing complexity and discomfort.
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Wrap with Love: The local charity warming the world one knit at a time
For Volunteer Week, we go behind the scenes at the Alexandria-based charity and discover the joys of lending a hand – or a knitting needle.
A sense of wonder: 3 older people share their wisdom
For Seniors Festival, we asked about the secrets to thriving, no matter your age.
Breathe easy: tips for navigating poor air quality
Here's what you need to know to safeguard yourself, your family, and your pets when air quality gets low.
Become a better supervisor of your learner driver
Their life could depend on it. Join our free online road safety workshop.
Oxford Street west cycleway one step closer
The pink mile is still very much open for business while we create better connections for our busiest bike route.
Watch: stories of courage and compassion
For Pride Month, we asked members and allies of our LGBTIQA+ communities to share powerful moments in their time.
The other side of Pride: stepping out for a safer city
Landmark apologies and groundbreaking safety programs renew a commitment to LGBTIQA+ rights.
'I'm a survivor': Meet our Refugee Week ambassadors
Meet Milad, Tahera, Yaser and Tariq. They share their experiences, their hopes and what freedom and family mean to them.
In pictures: Sydney Mardi Gras Parade 2024
Some of our favourite snaps from the 2024 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade.
What to know if you’re getting a new pet
Companion animals improve the lives of many people in our area. Here’s what to know before you bring one home.
Find your purr-fect match at our animal shelter
We’re offering discounted adoption fees on dogs and cats for a limited time.
Further efforts needed to reduce homelessness
Results of our recent street count highlight the need for urgent support to help those sleeping rough.
From Nepal to Sydney: the journey of success for an international student
Discover how a masters candidate became a City of Sydney ambassador on a path to networks, opportunities and good food.
We asked 5 people with disability some difficult questions in the lead up to International Day of People with Disability
Hear their answers about what it’s like to live with disability and what the day means to them.
Register your pet for safer, happier communities
Let’s make Sydney a city where every wagging tail finds its way home.
City of Sydney named Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia
From gender equity to cultural inclusion, our diverse and connected workplace is recognised.
Hot issue: Emergency planning for apartment buildings
Would you know what to do if there was a 72-hour power outage in your apartment building?
Don’t run the risk around the light rail: cycle and cross with care
Do your bit for a safer trip these school holidays
All aboard! Help get cats and dogs along for the ride
Sign the petition and show your support for pets on public transport
Sydney on the move for Yes
Thousands of people marched in support of the Voice to Parliament
Explore Sydney on an e-bike
Expanding cycleways forge path to electric adventures, urban freedom and a healthier lifestyle
Celebrate Wear It Purple Day
Supporters wear purple to help shape a better world and celebrate diversity and young people from LGBTIQA+ communities.
Employees Ari, Frazer and Matt explain how Jigsaw makes working with a disability easier
We're working with organisations to increase employment opportunities for people with disability
Our new strategy building resilience together
We’re calling on residents and business to help make Sydney stronger
New plan advances the City of Sydney's transport vision
How we plan to provide the best outcomes for residents while combating climate change.
We’ve improved the self-service computers and printers in our facilities
New devices, better accessibility and more printing options are now available.
IDAHOBIT: How to be an ally every day of the year
Join millions of people around the world and go rainbow against LGBTIQA+ discrimination on Friday 17 May.
Volunteers connecting people and changing communities
Hear from some of the wonderful people who lend their time to our communities and programs and find out how you can get involved.
