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New exhibition at the Australian Museum features LEGO with a lesson

The word ‘LEGO’ stirs a wave of nostalgia in adults and sparks pure excitement in children. The yellow figurines are arguably the most iconic toys in the world, capturing imaginations for over 90 years. Now, the Australian Museum is tapping into our shared love for LEGO with its brand new exhibition. What’s it all about? … Read more

Rare Blood Moon to hang over Sydney in September

Sydney, get ready for a blood moon total lunar eclipse that’ll be visible on September 7, continuing an exciting year for cinematic celestial events like the double meteor shower that happened just a few weeks ago. These rare lunar eclipses … Read more

Western Sydney is about to get Australia’s airport of the future – here’s what travelling will be like

Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport is taking shape as Australia’s first “paperless” gateway, knitting biometric ID checks into every step of the journey—from check-in to boarding. From its beautiful local sandstone interiors to round-the-clock operations when it opens in … Read more

Soft Centre, one of Sydney’s coolest festivals, signals the end of winter

Spring is about to begin, but not before Sydney says adios to the coldest month of the year with the annual Soft Centre festival, one of our most unique celebrations of cutting-edge electronica, arts and experimentation. And it’s all going … Read more

Entertainment

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Where to play pickleball in Sydney? Top pickleball courts

Pickleball, which takes all the best bits of tennis, badminton, and table tennis and mashes them into a single game, is the latest sport-obsession to sweep the Harbour city.

SXSW Sydney promises over 85 hours of free music, family events and fun

SXSW Sydney is doubling down on its promise to deepen the city’s sense of energy in October, unveiling a wide-reaching public program that’ll turn Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour into a smorgasbord of free fun. Because “free” really is that … Read more

Leichhardt’s new theatre will host hit Broadway musicals as the Italian Forum enters its second act

For years, the Italian Forum was Sydney’s little slice of Rome, but it turned into more of a ghost town than a gathering place in recent years. Now, two seasoned theatre makers are breathing new life into Leichhardt and reinvigorating a theatre where Broadway hits will soon play.

Soft Centre, one of Sydney’s coolest festivals, signals the end of winter

Food & Drink

Are these the 25 most romantic restaurants in Sydney?

If you’re after a perfect date night in Sydney then you’ll need to be across the most romantic restaurants Sydney has to offer. From casual charmers to fine dining powerhouses, Sydney has got plenty on the plate for anyone tasked with planning the next date. If you’re looking for a romantic restaurant in Sydney, take … Read more

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Best Hatted Restaurants in Sydney – Good Food Guide 2025

The Sydney Morning Herald’s Good Food Guide has once again revealed its annual snapshot of Sydney’s dining scene, marking excellence with chef hats in a similar fashion to how Michelin stars are used over in cities like London and Copenhagen. … Read more

Best man for the job? Mark Best chases stars atop Sydney Tower

Perched 81 floors above the city, Mark Best, one of Sydney’s most emblematic chefs, dials up the volume on Sydney Tower’s iconic revolving restaurant. Infinity by Mark Best opens to the public today; but does one of fine dining’s most … Read more

We can’t get enough of this Taiwanese beef shank and tea pie

It seems like Ultimo’s order-via-Instagram Blood’s Bakery is back at it again, this time getting their social media followers hyped up with the introduction of another monstrously large, unique pie that’s got “viral” written all over it (in a good … Read more

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Essentials

Top Things to Do in Manly: The Ultimate Local Guide

Looking for things to do in Manly? We don’t want you scrambling all over Google trying to piece together your perfect day out in Manly, so we’ve put together what we feel is your one-stop-shop of what to do when you find yourself exploring the gateway for Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Manly never used to be … Read more

The Ultimate Weekend Away in Penrith

Located at the foot of the Blue Mountains and just an hour’s drive from the Sydney CBD, Penrith is filled with action-packed adventures, combines with a huge array of dining venues. If you love culture and history, there are some … Read more

The Ultimate Weekend Away in Camden

The beautiful historic township of Camden is rich in history. The area has charming streets filled with heritage buildings, hinting at the town’s historical signficance. There are lovely restaurants, pubs as well as artisinal bakeries along the main drag, Argyle … Read more

The Ultimate Weekend Away in Blacktown

This multicultural enclave has everything from cultural experiences to adrenalin-pumping activities. Spend the weekend encountering exotic animals, becoming a race car driver or indulging in delicious night food markets. Spend the weekend in Blacktown and discover what this area is … Read more