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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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Last chance to catch the British & Irish Lions in Sydney — here’s how to score the final tickets

Last chance to catch the British & Irish Lions in Sydney — here’s how to score the final tickets

It’s the final game of the British & Irish Lions tour in Australia, which has seen nine matches played out across the course of a month. The final Test match…
‘A Succulent Chinese Musical’ manifests its way to Sydney Fringe Festival

‘A Succulent Chinese Musical’ manifests its way to Sydney Fringe Festival

We’ve already seen a musical based on that Australian breakdancer who went viral for doing embarrassing things in Paris, with comedian Steph Broadbridge pew-pewing at everyone’s least favourite, and most…
What’s on in Sydney this August: City2Surf, Drag Bingo, Cherry Blossom Festival and more

What’s on in Sydney this August: City2Surf, Drag Bingo, Cherry Blossom Festival and more

From iconic fun runs to hilarious musicals, foodie experiences and community street festivals, Sydney is buzzing with activities this August. Whether you’re chasing adrenaline, craving some family fun, or simply…
Good Things 2025 Sydney bucks the dying festival trend

Good Things 2025 Sydney bucks the dying festival trend

While an official line-up is still weeks away, Good Things Festival have announced venues for this year’s touring festival, showing significant growth for the event. It’s rare to see good…
48 hours of free travel in July: make the most of fare-free trains with the 10 best train journeys in Sydney

48 hours of free travel in July: make the most of fare-free trains with the 10 best train journeys in Sydney

Trains and Metro lines will be fare-free between Thursday, July 31 and Saturday, August 2, so climb aboard some of the best train journeys in Sydney to make the most…
Inner West gloats as North Sydney plans $50 fee for NYE fireworks

Inner West gloats as North Sydney plans $50 fee for NYE fireworks

North Sydney’s iconic Blues Points Reserve has been one of the best places to view our city’s class-leading New Year’s Eve fireworks for decades. And it’s always been, like all…
Vivid Parramatta? Plans for major new Western Sydney festival announced

Vivid Parramatta? Plans for major new Western Sydney festival announced

The NSW Labor government is committing $5 million to growing a western Sydney’s creative scene as part of a new three-year plan for the rapidly developing region. And this will…
Don’t miss out! Tonight a rare double meteor shower will light up Sydney’s skies

Don’t miss out! Tonight a rare double meteor shower will light up Sydney’s skies

Two meteor showers will converge over Australian skies this week, offering the potential for a dazzling celestial display for those willing to keep an eye on the night sky. While…