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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.

Review: Stanley in Manly is making a case for a ferry ride and a long lunch

September 7, 2026September 4, 2026 by Isabelle James
Lobster dish Stanley

Manly’s waterfront dining precinct has gained a new superstar: meet Stanley, the new Cantonese restaurant by award-winning chef Louis Tikaram.

Categories Food & Drink Tags Manly Restaurants, manly wharf, Stanley

Your guide to Sydney New Year’s Eve 2026: viewing spots, harbour cruises and more

September 3, 2026 by Isabelle James
Sydney New Year's Eve Harbour fireworks

Yes, there are still more than 100 days to go, but it’s already time to talk New Year’s Eve in Sydney.

Categories Things to do Tags 2026, NYE

What do Nigella Lawson and George Orwell have in common? Sydney Fringe, apparently

September 3, 2026September 3, 2026 by Isabelle James
1984! The Musical! 2020 production

We chatted to two of this year’s Fringe performers bringing their brilliantly bold (and very Fringe) shows to Sydney’s stages

Categories Theatre & Opera Tags 1984! The Musical!, Not Nigella, Sydney Fringe Festival

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

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
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