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Isabelle JamesIsabelle James

Isabelle is an arts and culture writer with over three years' experience. Outside of the office, she's most at home on coastal walks, thrifting at Glebe Markets or soaking up a late-night jazz set in Surry Hills.

Four of my favourite Sydney walks (that I almost kept to myself)

February 11, 2026January 13, 2026 by Isabelle James
Castle Rock Beach

Check out my favourite Sydney walks that I was tempted to gatekeep…

Categories Things to do, Hidden Gems, Nature/Walks Tags Bradley's Head, Chowder Bay, Malabar, manly, Maroubra, Mosman, Sydney, Sydney Harbour, Taylor's Bay, Uloola Falls, walks

Sydney Festival is back: here’s your first look, plus the Director’s “don’t miss” event

January 8, 2026 by Isabelle James
Sydney Festival launch

We attended the official opening and got a first look at two exciting acts, along with insight from Director Kris Nelson, who highlighted one 2026 Sydney Festival event you absolutely can’t miss.

Categories News Tags festivals, Sydney, Sydney Festival, Theatre

Where Sydney locals go to escape a heatwave

January 8, 2026 by Isabelle James
Bronte Beach Ocean Pool

With temperatures forecasted to hit 40–42 degrees Celsius, and the UV index an extreme 14, we’re here to help you escape the heat by sharing the best (locals-approved) places to go during a Sydney heatwave.

Categories Things to do Tags art gallery, ocean, Pools, Sydney, sydney heatwave

Sydney’s top events in 2026 that you won’t want to miss

January 7, 2026 by Isabelle James
people having a picnic in Sydney

2026 promises to be a year of culture, sport, music and unforgettable spectacle across Sydney— here’s what’s on.

Categories Things to do Tags bars, Concerts, families, festivals, Mardi Gras, Powerhouse Parramatta, Sydney, Sydney CBD, Sydney Fish Market, Theatre, Western Sydney, Western Sydney Airport

26 things to do in Sydney in January

January 6, 2026January 1, 2026 by Isabelle James
Sydney Harbour

January is when Sydney truly comes alive, as the packed lineup of theatre, sporting events, concerts and more meets the warm weather, long evenings and blazing sun. Where else would you want to be?

Categories Things to do, Entertainment Tags Bondi, Concerts, festivals, Surry Hills, Sydney, sydney opera house, The Rocks, Theatre

Meet Hari: The 1.8-ton Greater One-horned Rhino who just arrived at Taronga Zoo

December 12, 2025December 12, 2025 by Isabelle James
Hari the One-horned Greater Rhino

Taronga Zoo has announced the arrival of what they’re calling the “Fab Four” at the newly opened Rhino Reserve, welcoming a Greater One-Horned Rhino named Hari alongside a trio of stunning Asian Water Buffalo.

Categories News Tags families, school holidays, Taronga Zoo

Read your FREE Sydney Travel Guide Summer Edition here

December 15, 2025December 11, 2025 by Isabelle James
STG and SYDWEST Covers

In exciting news for tourists, locals and just about anyone who finds themselves in Sydney this summer, the Sydney Travel Guide 2025 Summer edition is out!

Categories Things to do, What to do Tags bars, families, restaurants, Sydney, Sydney CBD, Sydney Travel Guide, SYDWEST

A much-needed live music spot has opened on the Northern Beaches

December 11, 2025December 10, 2025 by Isabelle James
Felons Barrel Room

A funky 700-capacity cultural hub and entertainment venue has made its way to Manly Wharf, and safe to say, we’re obsessed.

Categories Nightlife, Entertainment Tags felons barrel room, Felons Manly, live music, manly, manly wharf, Northern Beaches

The 9 best NYE parties in Sydney with tickets still available

December 17, 2025December 9, 2025 by Isabelle James
best NYE parties in Sydney

Left it a bit late? Here are 10 incredible NYE parties in Sydney that you can still buy tickets for.

Categories Things to do Tags bars, festivals, new years eve, NYE, NYE parties, sydney opera house

Unlock Sydney’s summer of fun with big savings at Merlin’s top attractions

December 12, 2025December 9, 2025 by Isabelle James
See breathtaking marine life at Merlin Sealife

It’s a summer of unmissable fun across Merlin Entertainments’ Sydney attractions!

Categories Things to do, Family Fun Tags families, madame tussauds, merlin, sealife, Sydney, sydney zoo
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