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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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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 ...
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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Review: Opera Australia’s Carmen resonates with today’s women – that’s why it’s attracting more young ticket buyers than ever
Before Andrew Lloyd-Webber, there was Georges Bizet. His great opera Carmen is 150 years old this year, and remains amongst the world’s most performed works. Yet when it opened on…
I’ve performed at the Edinburgh Fringe – here’s how I think Sydney Fringe Festival compares
Edinburgh Fringe Festival transforms the city each August and, as a fan (and performer), I was eager to discover Sydney Fringe and how it compares to its Scottish counterpart.
Best whale watching spots and tours in Sydney 2025
The waters just outside Sydney Harbour are a humpback highway, as whale watching season is well underway. These are the best viewing spots and tours — including exclusive discount codes.
When Is Full Buck Moon in July 2025 in Sydney
From July’s Full Buck Moon to December’s Cold Moon, here’s your month-by-month guide to every full moon lighting up Sydney’s sky this year. There’s something magical about watching a full…
Christmas in July Sydney 2025: dates, snow lane and festive fun
Sydney’s winter festivals continue with the return of Christmas in July this Friday, July 11 until Sunday, July 20. Here’s everything you need to know. A must-see free event for…
How to get freebies from Sydney’s best chocolatiers this World Chocolate Day
Forget the Sunday scaries, Monday's looking sweet thanks to World Chocolate Day on July 7. Look out for treats across the city, including free hot chocolate and big discounts.
Paddington restaurant’s viral closure sparks debate about big venue dominance of Sydney food
Sicilian restaurant Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea in Paddington has gone viral this week, after posting a reel to their Instagram announcing their closure. In the candid video, owner Isobel Galloway, who…
Best Indigenous experiences: our guide to NAIDOC Week 2025
The 50th anniversary of NAIDOC Week kicks off this Sunday, July 6, with celebrations taking place across the city. We’ve created a comprehensive guide to help you plan your week,…
