Australia’s oldest park offers 16 hectares of wide open space in the heart of central Sydney.
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What to do in Sydney these school holidaysThere's plenty to keep the kids entertained in autumn.28 March 2025News
Youth Week: events to check out in our areaFrom a scavenger hunt to live music and gaming, we’ve got your entertainment sorted25 March 2025News
Little Sydney Lives: RecollectionsA retrospective exhibition of winners from our children's photo competition ‘Little Sydney Lives’. This exhibition is currently on display at Customs House.25 March 2025News
The new frontlines of the climate crisisAt this CityTalks, internationally recognised leaders discuss why strong action is needed now more than ever.18 March 2025News
Grow your green haven with our free tree giveawayCity of Sydney residents can bring nature home23 March 2025News
A sense of wonder: 3 older people share their wisdomFor Seniors Festival, we asked about the secrets to thriving, no matter your age.4 March 2025News
Why Sydney's heat feels more intenseMuggy, sticky, steamy weather - a humidity expert reveals how it affects us4 March 2025News
Verve leads the way with a green building grantHow an Erskineville apartment complex cut emissions, saved on power and future-proofed itself for electric vehicles.27 February 2025News
What to do in Sydney this MarchCount frog calls, climb a shell bridge and amp up your nights with live music. Try something new this month with these 15 events.7 March 2025
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