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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.

Cycle and stamp your way through Sydney with this free biking adventure

August 18, 2026 by Isabelle James
A man cycles around Centennial Park

Grab your bike: a new scavenger hunt is encouraging Sydneysiders to explore the city on two wheels.

Categories Things to do Tags cycling, Sydney Cycling Scavenger Hunt

Your guide to the Powerhouse Parramatta opening: exhibitions, entry fees and more

August 24, 2026August 17, 2026 by Isabelle James
Powerhouse Parramatta Completed

The $915 million Powerhouse Parramatta has officially announced November 7 as its opening date. Here’s everything you need to know about its opening.

Categories News Tags Parramatta, Powerhouse Parramatta Leave a comment

10 best Sydney food tours – Taste the city’s cultural delights

August 13, 2026 by Isabelle James
a woman holds a plate of meatballs

Sydney has a rich multi-cultural food scene, with representation from a large variety of countries and plenty of places to try.

Categories Food & Drink, City Tours, Day Trips and Tours, Restaurants, Things to do Tags Tours

The best spots for a hearty Sunday roast in Sydney

August 6, 2026 by Isabelle James
Three Blue Ducks

Few things chase away the winter chill quite like crispy roast potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire puddings and tender beef or pork drenched in rich gravy. Here’s where to go for the best roasts in Sydney.

Categories Food & Drink, Bars & Pubs Tags best sunday roast, roast, sunday roast

Sydney’s theatre scene needs a hit. Could Fiddler on the Roof be it?

August 21, 2026July 29, 2026 by Isabelle James
Fiddler on the Roof UK

The twice sold-out West End production of Fiddler on the Roof opens in Sydney this week, with an all-star Australian cast set to take to the stage. Could this be the revival that Sydney’s theatre scene needs?

Categories Things to do, Entertainment, Theatre & Opera Tags Fiddler on the Roof, Sydney Theatre, Sydney Theatre 2026

The best City2Surf kick-ons for the ultimate post-run party

July 31, 2026July 28, 2026 by Isabelle James
City2Surf Beach Road Hotel

What’s City2Surf without a Bondi kick-on and a well-earned schooner to rehydrate? The beach will be busy, but we’ve got you covered with the best places for a post-run party, plus all the deals and freebies you’ll want to make the most of.

Categories Things to do, Food & Drink Tags City2Surf, City2Surf after party, City2Surf kick-ons

Sydney Boat Show returns this week with special appearances from fishing legends

July 27, 2026 by Isabelle James
Sydney Boat Show Shroom

The Sydney Boat Show is dropping anchor at Sydney Showground this week, with four days of sleek boats, live casting demonstrations, expert advice and thousands of marine products.

Categories Things to do, Golf & Sport Tags sydney boat show

The iconic Brett Whiteley Studio reopens this weekend: here’s a first look

July 24, 2026 by Isabelle James
Brett Whiteley Upstairs Studio

After more than two years of building upgrades, the Brett Whiteley Studio reopens this Saturday, and we were among the first to step inside.

Categories Things to do, Entertainment, Museums & Galleries Tags Brett Whiteley, Brett Whiteley Studio, Free Art Gallery, Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden

Parramatta is giving you the keys to its most impressive buildings for one day only

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 by Isabelle James
PHIVE Parramatta Open

Sydney Open, the city’s biggest architecture and design event, is heading west this August, unlocking some of Parramatta’s most significant buildings and hidden spaces for one day only.

Categories Things to do, Museums & Galleries, Western Sydney Tags Parramatta Open

City2Surf record holder Steve Moneghetti shares his top tips for race day

August 6, 2026July 22, 2026 by Isabelle James
Steve Moneghetti City 2 Surf Record Holder

As thousands of runners prepare to take on the City2Surf route to Bondi, we spoke with four-time winner and current record holder Steve Moneghetti about the iconic course and how to tackle it.

Categories Golf & Sport Tags Bondi Beach, City 2 Surf, Sport, Sydney, Sydney CBD
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