Pubs, clubs, theatres and restaurants are being revived as the State Government considers 55 recommendations to bring the life back into Sydney nights. Better transport, dumping outdated laws that mean it costs the same to get approval for a Taylor Swift concert as it does for a music venue, and more incentives are all on … Read more
Good news for anyone who loves books, public space, or just a peace of quiet in the city: our gorgeous State Library of NSW is getting a vastly overdue expansion valued at $27 million. Central to this, a new 3000-square-metre public plaza filled with trees, grass, seating and space for up to 1,500 people. That’s … Read more
Nestled in the heart of Haymarket, between Central Station and Darling Harbour, Sydney’s Chinatown is the largest in Australia. Steeped in history and alive with colour, culture and culinary delights, this buzzing precinct has been a cultural anchor for generations of Chinese-Australians, and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Whether you’re visiting for … Read more
Sydney’s dynamic dining scene is constantly changing and never has this been more obvious than in the past few years. After a swift recovery from the pandemic, the city started demanding more luxurious, world-class restaurants and was given a big influx grand dining rooms as a result. Recent months have restored a gentle balance to … Read more
For the first time ever, the Sydney Marathon kicks off this Sunday as an official World Marathon Major. But you don’t have to run to be part of it. Here’s where to celebrate.
If you’re after a perfect date night in Sydney then you’ll need to be across the most romantic restaurants Sydney has to offer. From casual charmers to fine dining powerhouses, Sydney has got plenty on the plate for anyone tasked with planning the next date. If you’re looking for a romantic restaurant in Sydney, take … Read more
Whether you’re warming up to the Sydney Marathon or have caught the running bug while visiting, these are the best run clubs to join—and they’re free too! Running season is in full stride in Sydney, and with City2Surf now behind us and the Sydney Marathon fast approaching, the city is buzzing with running fever. If … Read more
The word ‘LEGO’ stirs a wave of nostalgia in adults and sparks pure excitement in children. The yellow figurines are arguably the most iconic toys in the world, capturing imaginations for over 90 years. Now, the Australian Museum is tapping into our shared love for LEGO with its brand new exhibition. What’s it all about? … Read more
The Sydney Morning Herald’s Good Food Guide has once again revealed its annual snapshot of Sydney’s dining scene, marking excellence with chef hats in a similar fashion to how Michelin stars are used over in cities like London and Copenhagen. With the 40th edition of the Good Food Guide now available, the publication’s sizeable team … Read more
Perched 81 floors above the city, Mark Best, one of Sydney’s most emblematic chefs, dials up the volume on Sydney Tower’s iconic revolving restaurant. Infinity by Mark Best opens to the public today; but does one of fine dining’s most bankable names heighten or hinder Sydney’s tallest restaurant? The affable Mark Best is unimpeachable in … Read more
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