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Isabelle JamesIsabelle James

There’s nothing like a fresh pair of eyes to show you a new way of seeing a city. And that’s exactly what Isabelle brought with her when she moved to Sydney from London in 2023. Looking at the city through the lens of both a traveller and a local, Isabelle, a writer on arts and culture for more than three years, knows the best way to spend time in Sydney. Covering everything from hidden ocean pools and vintage markets to gallery openings and the best new bars, Isabelle writes from firsthand experience. Her curated local guides are up to date and thoroughly researched.

Sydney Contemporary turns 10: here’s what you can’t miss

September 2, 2026 by Isabelle James
Sydney Contemporary 2026 Carriageworks

Sydney Contemporary is back this week, jam-packing more than 1000 artworks into Eveleigh’s sprawling industrial institution, Carriageworks.

Categories Things to do Tags Sydney Contemporary, Sydney Contemporary 2026

After a tough year for festivals, Sydney is getting a major new summer concert series

August 31, 2026August 30, 2026 by Isabelle James
Centennial Park Sydney

Centennial Park is set to welcome a brand-new open-air concert series in 2027, with major headliners set to soundtrack those long, summer evenings in February and March.

Categories Gigs and Concerts Tags Sydney Summertime, Sydney Summertime Concert Series

Sydney Fringe Festival kicks off this Saturday with a huge street party

August 28, 2026 by Isabelle James
Fringe Launch

The 2026 Sydney Fringe Festival is coming in hot this Saturday, with a huge free street party set to take over Stanley Street this Saturday.

Categories Free Activities Tags stanley street, Sydney Fringe Festival

Where to celebrate the Sydney Marathon (even if you’re not running)

August 28, 2026 by Isabelle James
where to celebrate sydney marathon opera bar

The Sydney Marathon will take over the city on Sunday, August 30, bringing an inspiring day of resilience, hard work and fun to the streets. Here’s how to make the most of the action, even if you’re not taking on the 42 kilometres.

Categories Things to do Tags Sydney Marathon, Sydney Marathon kick-ons

WIN the opportunity to soar above the harbour with Sydney Seaplanes

August 28, 2026August 27, 2026 by Isabelle James
Sydney Seaplanes

You could be the lucky winner of an unforgettable Sydney Seaplanes “Sydney Highlights Flight Experience for Two”.

Categories Things to do, Competition Tags Competition, Sydney Seaplanes

Why McIver’s Ladies Baths is one of Sydney’s most remarkable swimming spots

August 31, 2026August 27, 2026 by Isabelle James
McIver's ladies baths coogee

Discover the fascinating 150-year history of McIver’s Ladies Baths in Coogee, the last remaining women-only ocean pool in the world.

Categories Things to do Tags McIver's Ladies Pool

The best food festivals and markets you need to visit this spring

August 26, 2026August 26, 2026 by Isabelle James
Best food festivals Sydney

Spring has officially sprung, and with it comes a bumper calendar of food festivals, street parties and markets across Sydney.

Categories Food & Drink Tags food festivals

30 things to do in Sydney in September

August 31, 2026August 25, 2026 by Isabelle James
Sydney Opera House Sydney Harbour

Spring has officially arrived, bringing plenty of reasons to get out and explore Sydney. Here are the best things to do in Sydney in September 2026.

Categories Things to do Tags September

Line dancing has taken over Sydney. But it’s not really about the dancing

August 21, 2026August 20, 2026 by Isabelle James
Line Dancing Maple Social Club

This past year, we’ve seen coffee raves, run clubs, mahjong tournaments and more eclectic events take over the city’s social scene. But now, Sydneysiders are swapping nightclubs, jeans and a nice top for cowboy boots, gingham and a hoedown.

Categories Things to do Tags Line Dancing, Line Dancing in Sydney, Where to Line Dance in Sydney

Our top tips for a picture-perfect Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival

August 18, 2026 by Isabelle James
sydney cherry blossom festival

One of Sydney’s most visually striking events is back in full bloom this August.

Categories Things to do Tags Auburn Botanic Gardens, Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival, Western Sydney
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