The best hotels for your weekends away in Western Sydney
Never underestimate the power of a staycation. With some of the city’s best hotels, Western Sydney is the perfect place to get away from it all – without going very far.
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Western Sydney’s Best of the Best revealed at 2025 tourism awards
Western Sydney’s best tourism venues have been revealed at the Western Sydney Tourism Taskforce’ awards night. Plan your trip with these places to stay, eat and play.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Lebanese Film Festival 2025
For the past thirteen years, the Lebanese Film Festival (LFF) has brought powerful stories to Australian screens, celebrating the country’s people, culture and traditions while providing a vibrant platform for filmmakers and storytellers to shine. This year, the festival presents a diverse and dynamic film program, featuring everything from compelling documentaries and thought-provoking short films … Read more
Western Sydney is about to get Australia’s airport of the future – here’s what travelling will be like
Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport is taking shape as Australia’s first “paperless” gateway, knitting biometric ID checks into every step of the journey—from check-in to boarding. From its beautiful local sandstone interiors to round-the-clock operations when it opens in late 2026, WSI will change the face of Greater Sydney. On a visit this week, … Read more
This hidden rooftop pool isn’t in Santorini, it’s in Penrith
If an Instagram influencer wanted to trick their readers into thinking they just jetted off to a European summer, all they would need to do is go to Penrith. Yes, Penrith. The riverside enclave that precedes the Blue Mountains has almost always been seen as a gateway to a much bigger adventure. But recent years … Read more
A day trip to Penrith: What to see, eat and do
Running along the western edge of Sydney, on the banks of the Nepean River and close to the foothills of the Blue Mountains, Penrith feels a world away from the hustle of the city. This quiet, leafy suburb hides an adventurous spirit with thrilling activities on the water or in the air. Refuel at chic … Read more
The Ultimate Weekend Away in Penrith
Located at the foot of the Blue Mountains and just an hour’s drive from the Sydney CBD, Penrith is filled with action-packed adventures, combines with a huge array of dining venues. If you love culture and history, there are some treasures to be found but if you love extreme sports, you can go skydiving, whitewater … Read more
The Ultimate Weekend Away in Camden
The beautiful historic township of Camden is rich in history. The area has charming streets filled with heritage buildings, hinting at the town’s historical signficance. There are lovely restaurants, pubs as well as artisinal bakeries along the main drag, Argyle Street. For nature lovers, theres an abundance of mountain bike tracks and gardens surrounding the … Read more
The Ultimate Weekend Away in Blacktown
This multicultural enclave has everything from cultural experiences to adrenalin-pumping activities. Spend the weekend encountering exotic animals, becoming a race car driver or indulging in delicious night food markets. Spend the weekend in Blacktown and discover what this area is all about. Saturday Morning Afternoon Night Sunday Morning Western Sydney Parklands is Blacktown’s backyard, with … Read more
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 of the two days. Sydney’s trains have been a little (or a lot) more unreliable than usual over the past few months, thanks to ongoing … Read more