Welcome to City of Sydney

Access services like rates and parking permits, explore our parks, pools and libraries and discover our archives.

Children's playground with slides and swings set in a park. Tall city buildings and a bridge are visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

Take the kids for a play, have a barbecue and enjoy harbour views at the recently upgraded James Watkinson Reserve in Pyrmont.

Photographer: City of Sydney / Will Jones

Services

Frequently accessed

Waste & recycling

Collection and disposal services.

Building & construction

Development applications, permits and approvals.

Transport & parking

Parking and getting around the local area.

Pet & animal services

Business permits & approvals

Person in green shirt advises another on recycling electronic waste at a collection event. Three bins are labeled for different items. A yellow banner displays "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.

E-waste unplugged: how to make tech last and recycle right

Join City of Sydney waste and recycling experts for free webinars on how to give new life to old tech and tackle the growing electronic waste problem.

City of Sydney News

The latest updates from the City of Sydney. Stories, photos, videos and podcasts about our local area.

Supporting communities & businesses

We’re committed to increasing cultural participation, and helping businesses to innovate, adapt and grow.

Things to see and do

We’re dedicated to delivering the best city environment for business, work, living and recreation.

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