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Naomi ToyNaomi Toy

Naomi has worked as a journalist in Sydney for more than 30 years while raising two kids and a dog, so she knows the Harbour City inside out. She loves a late night out and an early morning by the water.

Anzac Day 2026: Your complete guide to dawn services, marches, two-up, and making it a meaningful day

April 23, 2026April 22, 2026 by Naomi Toy
A large group of service men and women in uniform march carrying Australian flags

Wondering how to make Anzac Day 2026 meaningful and memorable? Here’s your guide to dawn services, the Anzac Day March, and the best two-up spots.

Categories Things to do Tags Anzac Day, families, Sydney

Documentary Silenced chosen to open Sydney Film Festival 2026

April 22, 2026 by Naomi Toy
A female barrister in wig and gown from film Silenced

The announcement of Silenced as the opening night red carpet premiere for the Sydney Film Festival comes ahead of the full program reveal on May 6.

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Best whale watching in Sydney – top spots and tours for the bumper 2026 season

April 23, 2026April 21, 2026 by Naomi Toy
a humpback whale breaches the water

A bumper whale watching season is on the way in 2026. Here’s where to spot whales in Sydney, from the best boat tours to picturesque scenic lookouts.

Categories Things to do, Day Trips and Tours, Day Trips and Tours Adventure, Family Fun, Nature/Walks Tags whale watching

Anzac Day Dawn Service Sydney (2026): where to go and what to expect

April 21, 2026 by Naomi Toy
an anzac day service in sydney

Attending an Anzac Day dawn service is for many Aussies the most important way to start the national day of remembrance on April 25. Here’s where to find one near you.

Categories Things to do, What’s On Tags Anzac Day

Step inside the Sistine Chapel in Sydney this winter

April 28, 2026April 15, 2026 by Naomi Toy
An sample of the works to be shown at the Sistine Chapel Exhibition

Given overseas travel feels a little chaotic right now, The Sistine Chapel Exhibition – Reimagined could be just the ticket.

Categories Things to do Tags Exhibitions

Vivid Fire Kitchen program 2026: the chefs, what’s new, and all the mouthwatering details

April 30, 2026April 13, 2026 by Naomi Toy
aerial view of Vivid Fire Kitchen

Forget the bright lights! The Vivid Fire Kitchen program for 2026 has been revealed and we can’t wait for this feast to begin.

Categories Things to do, Vivid Sydney 2026 Tags vivid

Bill Bailey brings new stand-up show Vaudevillean to Sydney in 2026

April 10, 2026April 10, 2026 by Naomi Toy
Portrait photo of Bill Bailey

British comedian Bill Bailey is touring Australia in 2026, including two dates in Sydney. Get details about the new show and tickets here.

Categories Things to do

King’s Birthday trading hours: What’s open in Sydney this long weekend?

June 4, 2026April 2, 2026 by Naomi Toy
three photos in a grid, woman holding groceries in a paper bag, the interior of a large shopping centre, storefront of Bunnings

Unlike Anzac Day, Good Friday or Christmas Day, the King’s Birthday public holiday is not a restricted trading day in NSW, meaning most shops, supermarkets and shopping centres will be on Monday, June 8, 2026.

Categories Things to do, News Tags King's Birthday, Public Holiday, shopping, Trading hours

Is this new museum about to become one of the best spots to see a Sydney sunset?

April 27, 2026March 27, 2026 by Naomi Toy
The view from BridgeClimb

After a $10 million revamp, the Sydney Harbour BridgeMuseum is set to reopen and one of its biggest drawcards will be the view.

Categories Things to do, Harbour & Beaches Tags museums, Sydney Harbour Bridge
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