King’s birthday public holiday trading hours: What’s open in Sydney?

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Want to celebrate the long weekend but not sure what’s open? We’ve put together a list of trading hours to help you plan your perfect long weekend. Unlike Good Friday, there are no trading restrictions on the King’s Birthday, so there’s no need to panic buy. Many of your favourite stores, supermarkets, bars and pubs

Six Sydney stars reveal their favourite authentic city experiences

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There is more to Sydney than its majestic Harbour Bridge and iconic Opera House. And now, tourist bosses at Destination NSW are embarking on a bold new mission: to convince the world – and Sydneysiders – that there’s more to discover beyond the postcard-perfect landmarks. A new campaign, the latest chapter in Destination NSW’s “Feel

Raining in Sydney? These are our favourite things to do during a downpour

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It’s not always blue skies and sunshine in the Harbour City. If you find yourself at a loose end on a rainy day in Sydney, these are the top things to see and so. Sydney is renowned for its outdoor lifestyle and culture, thanks to mild winters and warm summers. But when it rains, it

Parramatta climbs towards the luxury market with its first five-star hotel (and there’s more to come)

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We’ve known that the ever-reliable QT Hotels & Resorts have earmarked their third Sydney property for the Second CBD of Parramatta for years now. And that’s still well underway. Plus, IHG hotels recently revealed plans for an InterContinental. Now another major brand is racing for Parramatta’s rising profile, with Marriott planning to open the 279-bed,