Christmas in Sydney

Your guide to a very merry Christmas in Sydney

Ho Ho Ho Sydney! It looks like Lord Mayor Clover Moore is donning a Santa hat this year, as the Government unveils plans for Christmas in Sydney 2026.

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Jacarandas Sydney

The best places to see jacarandas in Sydney

The blooming of the iconic purple jacaranda trees is a signal that Sydney’s summer is just around the corner, as the striking petals transform the city’s streets into distinctive purple dreamscapes.

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Sydney skyline

26 things to do in Sydney this weekend (October 23-25)

Looking for things to do this weekend? Welcome to your curated guide to the top events, activities and unique experience in and around Sydney.

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Where to buy the best Mooncakes in Sydney

Read our guide to the city’s best mooncakes to help you feast your way through the festival.

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Spezia

Review: Spezia, the new Italian restaurant found in one of Sydney’s most beautiful buildings

We tried Sydney’s newest Italian restaurant, set in the stunning heritage walls of The Lands by Capella precinct.

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Riva Rose Bay

These are our fave new restaurants in Sydney right now (Updated September 2026)

To help guide locals and visitors around Sydney’s new dining scene, we’ve listed our favourite new Sydney restaurants for you to check out.

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A la carte at The White Horse

This Surry Hills icon is serving a six-dish dining deal for just $55

The White Horse is serving up a six-course menu of dreams, with lobster pappardelle, brie ice cream and more for just $55.

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Sydney Travel Guide Spring 2026

Welcome to the latest edition of the Sydney Travel Guide where the city comes alive with frivolous fun and festivities. It’s the best time to explore the city’s natural wonders – we have a guide to the best beaches, summer activities for the kids and a calendar full of events.

From music concerts and sporting events, to outdoor cinemas and new gallery exhibitions – there is something for everyone.

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News

Christmas in Sydney

Your guide to a very merry Christmas in Sydney

Ho Ho Ho Sydney! It looks like Lord Mayor Clover Moore is donning a Santa hat this year, as the Government unveils plans for Christmas in Sydney 2026.

Isabelle James

Kings of Leon

Kings of Leon join Sydney Summertime’s star-studded line-up

Kings of Leon will headline Sydney Summertime’s second confirmed concert, bringing their iconic rock hits to Centennial Park in February 2027.

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Sculpture by the Sea 2026 Dream

Sculpture by the Sea turns 30 this year: here’s your ultimate guide

Sculpture by the Sea is one of Sydney’s premier springtime activities, turning the iconic Bondi to Tamarama cliff walk into a string of site-specific art installations.

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Twilight at Taronga 2025

Twilight at Taronga unveils its 30th anniversary lineup

The world’s most beautiful zoo will return next February with its iconic summer concert series, Twilight at Taronga.

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