Our community centres offer everything from high quality sports and fitness facilities to a range of community services for city residents, workers, students and visitors.
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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
News
Landmark Chinatown archways given new lease of life
The historic gates in the heart of Chinatown have been restored to their former glory.
City of Sydney News
The latest updates from the City of Sydney. Stories, photos, videos and podcasts about our local area.
News
All electric buildings in city’s futureProposed new planning rules will require new residential buildings, large commercial buildings and hotels in our area to be all electric by 1 January 2027.24 June 2025News
What to do in Sydney these school holidaysThere's plenty to keep the kids entertained in winter.23 June 2025News
Celebrate NAIDOC Week in SydneyHere are our picks of the program, which runs from 6 to 13 July.20 June 2025News
Weaving a way to knowledge and healingCommunity educator and traditional weaver Karleen Green shares her story.12 June 2025News
5 things you can discover in the City ArchivesWe keep more than one million records about Sydney dating from the 19th century. International Archives Week is the perfect time to explore them.10 June 2025News
What we miss when we simplify refugee storiesRefugee Week ambassador Samah Shda on the importance of embracing complexity and discomfort.3 June 2025News
Discover Sydney’s stories with free exhibitionsStep into the past, present and future of our city20 June 2025News
What to do in Sydney this JuneThe lights are on and the red carpet is out. The best art, music, performances and parties come to town this month.27 May 2025News
8 ways to connect with First Nations cultures and communities Discover ways to engage with First Nations cultures this Reconciliation Week.21 May 2025News
Wrap with Love: The local charity warming the world one knit at a timeFor Volunteer Week, we go behind the scenes at the Alexandria-based charity and discover the joys of lending a hand – or a knitting needle.21 May 2025
Shape your city
Have your say on our consultations from parks and playgrounds, to planning the future of our city.
Policy & planning changes
Your feedback on proposed planning controls for heritage conservation areasOpen for feedbackPolicy & planning changes
Have your say on changes to the managing waste in public places – local approvals policyOpen for feedbackPublic notices
Land classification proposal for 895–901 Bourke Street, WaterlooOpen for feedback · Waterloo
Supporting communities & businesses
We’re committed to increasing cultural participation, and helping businesses to innovate, adapt and grow.
Talks, courses & workshops
Business seminars and programsBusiness permits, approvals & tenders
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