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Review: Shirley Valentine: Natalie Bassingthwaighte’s triumphant reinvention

First, the good news: Natalie Bassingthwaighte is utterly brilliant in this revival of the British stage classic Shirley Valentine. And now the bad: it’s only on in Sydney for four short nights before transferring to Brisbane. It’s a travesty to have such a magnificent performance snatched from local audiences so quickly — I suggest writing ...

Are these the best new restaurants in Sydney right now?

A Spanish tapas gem overlooking Bondi Beach, Chinese food done differently, a local edition of one of London’s best eateries, and a long overdue sister to Melbourne’s famous Lee Ho Fook. This is a snapshot of Sydney’s new restaurant scene as of October 2025. Sydney’s dynamic dining scene is constantly changing, and that has never ...

Silent discos in car parks and street fiestas: here’s what’s on at Parramatta Lanes

Parramatta Lanes kicks off this week for four days of Eats, Beats and Art. Here's what's on at the huge free street festival.
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Is Hay Street Market worth it? At $7 a prawn, it may be hard to stomach

Is Hay Street Market worth it? At $7 a prawn, it may be hard to stomach

We’re sitting at Little Midden in Hay Street Market, Sydney’s new foodie market in the middle of Paddy’s Market in Chinatown. Beside us, a Malaysian lady and her Australian partner…
Sydney Streets Redfern Street is here to save your weekend

Sydney Streets Redfern Street is here to save your weekend

There might be rain forecast but that never dampens Sydney’s spirits, especially when there’s a Sydney Streets party to attend. Tomorrow it’s Redfern’s turn to up the ante as Redfern…
Annie in Sydney includes an OG Wiggle, a Broadway star and a legacy

Annie in Sydney includes an OG Wiggle, a Broadway star and a legacy

Annie is back in Sydney at the Capitol Theatre in Haymarket. Directed by Karen Johnson Mortime, the story of the orphan and the billionaire features a talented cast, including Broadway…
Sydney Airport is giving away $1 million to shoppers

Sydney Airport is giving away $1 million to shoppers

Next time you’re heading through Sydney Airport, just know that you could walk (or fly) away a millionaire. Announced this week, Sydney Airport has ponied up $1 million and will…
Techno legend Darude tells us his favourite things about Sydney

Techno legend Darude tells us his favourite things about Sydney

There’s a sandstorm coming for Sydney, emerging in the form of Finland’s most endearing musical export, Darude. Yes, the So Fresh-era techno maestro is gearing up for a few shows…
The best Easter high tea to sink your teeth into in Sydney

The best Easter high tea to sink your teeth into in Sydney

A themed Easter high tea brings a touch of elegance and imagination to your dining experiences in Sydney. High tea never goes out of style, whether you keep it traditional…
Bondi Beach NYE festival is back, as council fights NIMBY residents

Bondi Beach NYE festival is back, as council fights NIMBY residents

Waverley Council have passed a motion to bring a New Year’s Eve Festival back to Bondi Beach.
I went to Lakemba Nights for the first time – this is what I thought

I went to Lakemba Nights for the first time – this is what I thought

Venturing out to the south west Sydney suburb, here’s what I thought of my first visit to the Lakemba Nights Ramadan market. Like many Brits, I’ve found myself sucked into…