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The past comes alive at History Week
Learn about life as a prisoner of war, explore the civic collection of memorabilia and make your own laser-cut design inspired by our archives.
Community groups wanted for 2 affordable Millers Point properties
Reduced rates are offered for the multipurpose spaces.
Your time to shine at Sydney Streets
Share your talents and entertain audiences at our spring and summer community events
In pictures: NAIDOC in the City 2024
A celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, businesses, dance and music.
Here are our 2024 Little Sydney Lives finalists
Sydney’s youngest photographers have been creating lively new works that capture their fresh perspectives. These images were taken by kids aged 5 to 12.
Finalists for the 2024 Australian Life photography competition have been announced
Take an intimate journey through contrasting scenes of connection, resilience and play, and vote for your favourite from 1 August.
Reimagine the cultural and creative life of Sydney
We need your help on our plan to support the future of the arts
Shape the future of your library
Take part in this survey and help us understand how our 9 branches make a difference.
NAIDOC in the City takes over Sydney Town Hall
A celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander music, dance, art and enterprise as part of NAIDOC Week.
Call for artwork from refugee artists
Share your artwork of hope, welcome and belonging
Lights, camera, action: Sydney Film Festival opens
Grab your choc tops and popcorn, and settle in for some great cinema from 5 to 16 June
City of Sydney employee Otis Williams shares what drew him to Redfern
Hear more from Otis about what reconciliation week means to him and what drew him to the City of Sydney.
The colourful tale of rainbow families storytime
Celebrating the many ways to be a family through storytelling at our libraries.
Young readers all on the same page for National Simultaneous Storytime
Award-winning author and illustrator Aura Parker shared her book ‘Bowerbird Blues’ with more than 2 million participants across Australia.
Our picks for 7 must-see events at Vivid Sydney
From dazzling lights and live music in an old substation to big ideas with Matildas royalty, discover what's new at this year's festival, 24 May to 15 June.
In pictures: New artwork brings light and life to laneways
Inspired by Sydney icons, ‘In Through the Out Door’ by Callum Morton transforms humble fire exits
119 Redfern wins National Trust Hertiage Awards architecture prize
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and knowledge centre will ensure stories are treasured for generations to come.
Bring your idea to life in Haymarket with $200,000
Applications are now open for festivals, events or pop-up attractions.
Join us for National Simultaneous Storytime
More than 2 million kids across Australia will read the same book, at the same time
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge leads the way at 119 Redfern Street
Project manager Tracey Duncan shares the importance of the community-driven space.
In pictures: the opening of 119 Redfern Street
A centre for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to share knowledge and practise culture has opened in the heart of Redfern.
Biennale stories: hear from Sydney artist Kirtika Kain
Delhi-born Australian artist, Kirtika Kain shares the inspiration and process behind her latest work.
In pictures: Redfern Community Centre turns 20
Locals and former employees share their fondest memories. Warning: this article contains images of deceased Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Bloody Big Survey: Share your experience with periods and help advocate for change
Have your voice heard anonymously in the world’s most extensive collection of data on menstruation and period poverty by 31 May.
Faith, family and fasting for City ranger during Ramadan
From pre-dawn meals to festive celebrations, Mohammed reflects on charity, prayer and personal growth in the holiest time of the year for Muslims worldwide.
Biennale unveils Ten Thousand Suns in historic art revelation
Dive into an unparalleled journey of creativity at Sydney’s landmarks, where cultural heritage and contemporary brilliance meet
By George, dragons! Experience the magic of Sydney Lunar Festival
The roarsome dragons and lanterns making George Street shine for Sydney Lunar Festival.
Dragons of Sydney
11 people born in the Year of the Dragon share what being a dragon, and Lunar New Year, means to them
