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Review: Cirque du Soleil remains the King of the Big Top

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Cirque du Soleil has arrived in Sydney for an 11-week season at the Entertainment Quarter Kooza proves that despite plenty of pretenders, Cirque du Soleil is still king of the big top.

Your guide to a very merry Christmas in Sydney

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Ho Ho Ho Sydney! It looks like Lord Mayor Clover Moore is donning a Santa hat this year, as the Government unveils plans for Christmas in Sydney 2026.

The best places to see jacarandas in Sydney

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The blooming of the iconic purple jacaranda trees is a signal that Sydney's summer is just around the corner, as the striking petals transform the city's streets into distinctive purple dreamscapes.
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Tony Albert is reclaiming Australia’s racist souvenir culture – and you can get involved

Tony Albert is reclaiming Australia’s racist souvenir culture – and you can get involved

We previewed Tony Albert's new exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Not A Souvenir and heard from the artist about his collection of "Aboriginalia".
Winter wellness in Sydney: activities to boost your mood this season

Winter wellness in Sydney: activities to boost your mood this season

Sydney has no shortage of ways to beat the winter blues, so we've curated a list of all our favourite places to relax, unwind and boost your mood this season.
Enjoy Vivid Sydney without actually doing Vivid – and avoid the crowds

Enjoy Vivid Sydney without actually doing Vivid – and avoid the crowds

Want all the Vivid Sydney magic without the huge crowds? This is your guide to bars, restaurants & hotels serving Vivid-themed drinks, views & vibes.
The Cutaway at Barangaroo will open with a weekend of free music, art and culture

The Cutaway at Barangaroo will open with a weekend of free music, art and culture

The final weekend of May will see Barangaroo’s newest venue, The Cutaway, come alive with a program of live music, performances, workshops and family-friendly activities.
Grandfathers: Sichuan heat, Shanghai mood and enough food for a second sitting

Grandfathers: Sichuan heat, Shanghai mood and enough food for a second sitting

Sydney’s dining scene has never been short of ambitious Chinese restaurants. But Grandfathers in Angel Place, in the CBD, manages to feel genuinely different.
Sydney Writers’ Festival 2026: Free events to suit everyone

Sydney Writers’ Festival 2026: Free events to suit everyone

There's something for everyone at the Sydney Writers' Festival, which runs from May 17-24, and so much of it is free. Here's a guide to the best of the festival…
A local’s guide to Marrickville: best restaurants, breweries and things to do

A local’s guide to Marrickville: best restaurants, breweries and things to do

A visit to Marrickville will never leave you disappointed. Read our local's guide to help you plan your perfect trip to one of Sydney's coolest suburbs.
All the free things at Vivid Sydney (2026): Lights, music, food & more

All the free things at Vivid Sydney (2026): Lights, music, food & more

In 2026, most of Vivid Sydney is free. So don't worry if you haven't got a ticket to a blockbuster event - here's your full guide to everything free at…