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Vivid Sydney 2026, the festival of lights marred by the downing of drones, ends on a high
Vivid Sydney 2026 switched off its lights tonight after 23 nights of programming across the harbour city, with festival organisers Destination NSW pointing to a string of strong ticketing results as a signal of its success.
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Winter solstice in Sydney: here’s everything you need to know
The winter solstice is fast approaching, but what does it mean for you? This is the ultimate guide on how to make the best of the shortest day of the year.
Inside Sydney’s State Theatre: secrets, stories and surprises
Famed for its lavish interiors, glittering chandeliers and eclectic events program, the State Theatre is not only one of Sydney's most recognisable landmarks, but also one of its most fascinating.
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Admission prices are rising in Sydney: What you’ll pay at the city’s top attractions
A day out at Sydney's top visitor attractions is more expensive than ever as price hikes are quietly added.
First look: The Archibald Prize 2026 Finalists and Packing Room Prize Winner have been announced
The Art Gallery of NSW has unveiled the 2026 Archibald finalists, with Sean Layh taking out the coveted Packing Room Prize with his first ever entry.
The Lion King review: pure theatre magic without digital tricks
The puppet masters return in The Lion King at the Capitol Theatre with this vibrant, uplifting musical.
The Cutaway, Barangaroo’s new 24/7 cultural hub, has officially reached completion
Barangaroo is having a moment. With the new metro station boosting access and its long-awaited cultural space, The Cutaway, now complete, the precinct is ready to step into the spotlight.
King’s Birthday trading hours: What’s open in Sydney this long weekend?
Unlike Anzac Day, Good Friday or Christmas Day, the King's Birthday public holiday is not a restricted trading day in NSW, meaning most shops, supermarkets and shopping centres will be…
Don’t bag the Biennale! I just went for the first time and I loved it
Mixed reviews and harsh criticism have begun to plague the festival and Rose Kelly gives us her take on the 2026 Biennale.
The Lion King Musical roars back to Sydney with full cast revealed
If you’re a theatre fan, there’s no doubt you’ve heard the news that six-time Tony-winning musical The Lion King is coming to Sydney this April. The blockbuster musical is set…
Michael Paynter to channel the legendary John Farnham in world-premiere musical
Australian singer-songwriter Michael Paynter has been cast as music legend John Farnham in Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical.
