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Help Your Teen Become a Safe and Skilled Driver

July 1, 2025

Free Online Workshop for Parents and Supervisors of Learner Drivers Watching your teenager take their first steps towards independence behind the wheel can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. As a parent or supervising driver, you play a crucial role in shaping their driving habits and helping them build the confidence and skills they need to stay safe on the road. Randwick City Council, with support from Transport for NSW, invites you to a free 90-minute online workshop designed to empower parents and supervisors like you with the tools and knowledge to guide your learner driver effectively. Whether you’ve done this…

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Events, Free

What to Do in Sydney This July: Warm Up Your Winter with Live Music, Markets & More!

June 30, 2025

Live music, bustling markets and school holiday fun. Here are 10 events to warm up your winter. Winter in Sydney doesn’t mean staying indoors—July is bursting with vibrant events, buzzing markets, and family fun that will heat up your chilly days! From celebrating 50 years of NAIDOC Week and its rich Indigenous culture, to festive Christmas markets, thrilling school holiday activities, live music crawls, and even whale watching cruises, there’s something for everyone. Get ready to explore Sydney’s coolest happenings and make this winter one to remember! NAIDOC Week celebrations will be held from 6 to 13 July Celebrate 50…

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Community, Free

Join the “Best Festival Ever” Game Night: Design a Sustainable Music Festival in Waverley

June 17, 2025

Are you interested in sustainability, music, and teamwork? Here’s a unique chance to roll up your sleeves and get involved in an interactive game night that challenges you to design and manage a sustainable and resilient music festival—right here in Waverley. What’s It All About? The Best Festival Ever event is an immersive, systems-thinking game where participants come together to plan a music festival that balances creativity, community, and environmental responsibility. It’s not just about picking bands and organizing logistics—you’ll explore how to handle unexpected challenges while making decisions that promote resilience and sustainability. This engaging experience uses hands-on board…

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Free

Free Maker and Creator Workshops for Kids (Ages 8–12) at Darling Square Library

June 17, 2025

Looking for an engaging, educational and totally free after-school activity that sparks your child’s creativity? The City of Sydney’s Maker and Creator Workshops at Darling Square Library are a fantastic option for curious kids aged 8 to 12. Held fortnightly in the purpose-built makerspace, these workshops are a hands-on introduction to digital technology, simple robotics and fun crafting – perfect for tech-loving kids or anyone who enjoys building and making. Where Darling Square Library – Makerspace (Level 1)The Exchange, 1 Little Pier Street, Haymarket NSW 2000Just a short trip from the Eastern Suburbs, right near Chinatown and Darling Harbour. What…

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Free, School holidays

NOCTURNE SOUNDTRACKS THE NIGHT WITH FREE CONCERTS THIS WINTER AT BARANGAROO’S PIER PAVILION

June 11, 2025

Experience the magic of music at Nocturne, a free series of intimate chamber music concerts in the stunning new Pier Pavilion. Barangaroo’s Pier Pavilion will fill with music this winter at Nocturne, a series of free music concerts running from 26 June – 19 July. Featuring a diverse lineup of performers curated by Musica Viva Australia, visitors to this stunning waterfront location can experience a magical soundscape under the stars brought to life by talented Sydney instrumentalists each week. NOCTURNE AT PIER PAVILION Sydneysiders can immerse themselves in a mesmerising free four week series of chamber music concerts at Pier…

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Events, Free

What to Do in Sydney This June: Top Events, Experiences & Winter Highlights

June 8, 2025

As the cool winter air settles in, Sydney comes alive in June with a spectacular lineup of events, festivals, and experiences to warm your soul. From the dazzling displays of Vivid Sydney lighting up the city, to cozy pop-up dining spots, cultural celebrations, and family-friendly activities, there’s no shortage of things to do across the Harbour City. Whether you’re a local looking for weekend plans or a visitor exploring Sydney for the first time, June offers the perfect mix of arts, entertainment, food, and outdoor adventure. Here’s your ultimate guide to what’s happening in Sydney this month – and why…

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Events, Free, What to do

What’s On This Long Weekend at Vivid Sydney 2025: Your Ultimate Guide to Lights, Music, Food & More

June 4, 2025

Get ready, Sydney – the Vivid long weekend is here, and the city is glowing with unforgettable sights, sounds, and flavours! From neon roller rinks and fire-fuelled feasts to genre-blending concerts and immersive cinema, this weekend (Friday 6 June – Monday 9 June) is packed with spectacular events across the city. Whether you’re skating under a kaleidoscope of light at Neon Dreams, indulging in flame-kissed eats at the Vivid Fire Kitchen, or catching international music stars at Tumbalong Park, there’s something for everyone—day and night. Explore our top picks for each day of the long weekend, including free outdoor concerts,…

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Community, Free

Explore Nature Up Close: WIRES Native Animal Recovery Centre Opens in Randwick – Biodiversity Open Day on 14 June 2025

June 4, 2025

Explore Nature Up Close: WIRES Native Animal Recovery Centre Opens in Randwick – Biodiversity Open Day on 14 June 2025 A major milestone for Sydney’s native wildlife and sustainability efforts is here! Join the official opening of the WIRES Native Animal Recovery Centre and celebrate with a special Biodiversity Open Day on Saturday, 14 June 2025. Hosted at the Randwick Sustainability Hub, this once-off event invites the community to connect with nature, meet wildlife experts, and learn how to make a difference in protecting local biodiversity – all while enjoying a great day out for the whole family. What to…

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Free, What to do

Celebrate World Ocean Day with Crafty Fun at Waverley Library

June 2, 2025

Looking for a fun and creative weekend activity for the kids? Head to Waverley Library on Saturday 7 June for a special World Ocean Day Craft event – a hands-on celebration that’s perfect for children aged 4 and up. Running from 10am to 4pm, this drop-in style craft day invites kids and their families to dive into the wonders of the ocean through art. Children will have the chance to make colourful sea creatures, including sea turtles and octopuses, using a variety of fun materials. To add to the excitement, there will be giveaways like ocean-themed scratch art, stickers, and…

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Community, Free

Light Up Your Evening: Free Vivid Twilight Bike Ride – Barangaroo & Beyond!

June 1, 2025

Looking for a unique way to experience Vivid Sydney this year? Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a casual cruiser, this free guided twilight bike ride through the glowing city is the perfect family-friendly adventure – a great way for mums to enjoy some midweek magic! 🗓️ Wednesday 4 June | ⏰ 4:45pm – 6:30pm📍Meeting Point: Central Station (Chalmers Street Metro Entrance)📍Finish: Barangaroo Reserve (just in time for Vivid’s Firetalk event!) Join other cycling enthusiasts for a relaxed 8km twilight ride that rolls from Central Station to Barangaroo Reserve, following scenic and bike-friendly routes through Ultimo, Pyrmont Bridge, and the…

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