What to do Archives

World Ocean Day @ Waverley Library

June 5, 2023

Celebrate World Ocean Day with this drop in craft activity. In celebration of World Ocean Day, Waverley Library is hosting a fun and creative afternoon of craft, with the opportunity to make ocean creatures and learn about the role we can all play in protecting our precious oceans. This activity is most suitable for primary school aged children, their families and friends. To register your interest please continue to the tickets page The ocean craft and resources will also be available on the weekend of 10th & 11th June 2023. Date and time Thu, 8 Jun 2023 4:00 PM –…

by jay

Events, Inspiration

Bronte Gully Restoration Walk

June 3, 2023

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Bronte Gully as we explore its thriving ecosystem and witness the positive impact of restoration. Traverse enchanting walking trails enveloped by lush vegetation, where native flora and fauna are reclaiming their rightful place. Our knowledgeable guides, Sam McGuinness and Sue Stevens of Waverley’s Environmental Sustainability Team, will lead you through this living classroom, unveiling the fascinating stories of environmental resilience in this urban oasis. This is a free event. Numbers are limited and bookings are essential. Waverley Council acknowledges the Bidjigal, Birrabirragal and Gadigal people, who traditionally occupied the Sydney Coast, and we pay…

by jay

Events, What to do

What to expect at Vivid Sydney 2023

May 30, 2023

Your guide to experiencing the festival of light, music, food and ideas. The streets of Sydney will transform with mesmerising art displays and 3D light projections, exhilarating live music performances, thought-provoking discussions and sumptuous culinary experiences for Vivid Sydney from 26 May to 17 June. Here’s what you need to know. Free and paid events No matter your budget, there’s plenty of ways to get involved in Vivid Sydney. Hundreds of light installations around the city will turn on at 6pm every night. Some of the best and free vantage points are The Rocks, Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, Bradfield…

by jay

Events

Women’s State of Origin is coming to Sydney & you can bring your kids for free!

May 28, 2023

Sydney and Townsville will host matches in the historic 2023 Ampol Women’s State of Origin Series. The National Rugby League (NRL) today announced that the first ever two-match series will be played in June and hosted by Sydney’s CommBank Stadium and Townsville’s Queensland Country Bank Stadium. The match details are as follows: Game I: Thursday 1 June | CommBank Stadium | Sydney Game II: Thursday 22 June | Queensland Country Bank Stadium | Townsville “For the first time ever, two women’s State of Origin matches will be played as part of a series,” NRL CEO Andrew Abdo said. “Women’s Origin…

by jay

Events

Films to delight and excite! The Sydney Film Festival 2023 in Randwick

May 26, 2023

Cinema buffs rejoice! The 70th Sydney Film Festival will be held at cinemas across Sydney from 7-18 June 2023. Randwick Council has been a proud supporter of the festival since 2017, when it expanded to include screenings at our very own Ritz Cinema. With nearly 40 different films on offer at the Ritz, this year’s program is set to transport viewers to other worlds, cities, cultures and time periods. If the delicious smell of buttered popcorn or the crunch of biting into a choc-top isn’t enough to get you to the big screen, then the incredible films in this year’s…

by jay

Events, Kids, What to do

Vivid Kids @ Tumbalong Park

May 25, 2023

Who said the adults should have all the fun? Round up the little ones and start your Light Walk journey in Tumbalong Park at 5pm each Saturday during the festival as the stage lights up with FREE children’s acts ahead of a night of live music. Lineup SATURDAY, 27 MAY: ZINDZI AND THE ZILLIONAIRES Welcome to the world of the Zillionaires! All Zillionaires are rich in joy, love and kindness and everyone is welcome to hang out and be a Zillionaire too! Zindzi and the Zillionaires perform upbeat songs of friendship, confidence, joy and positivity all set to a head-bopping…

by jay

Events

Written In The Stars, Free Drone Show

May 24, 2023

Head to the heavens in 2023 with Vivid Sydney’s drone shows, the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere to date. An awe-inspiring journey through the natural world above us – exploring our solar system, from the Sun to Jupiter, with plenty of surprising stops and visitors along the way. For millennia, humanity has looked towards the stars for both guidance and inspiration, gazing at blankets of stars and distant worlds. Constellations point us in the right way; astronomers and astrologists alike look for meaning in the stars, and space’s endless possibilities offer artists, thinkers and creatives the drive to push into…

by jay

Events, What to do

SYDNEY’S HARBOURSIDE SHINES BRIGHT FOR VIVID SYDNEY

May 24, 2023

The Rocks, Darling Harbour and Barangaroo are ready to welcome visitors for Vivid Sydney this year from 26 May to 17 June. From food and music to arts and culture, these three precincts got it all. Come check out some of the must see installations and activities below for all three precincts. DARLING HARBOUR GLOWS UP Darling Harbour, an iconic destination of Vivid Sydney, is back and brighter than ever with a lineup of exciting and amazing events. For those looking to feed their stomach and their mind, Pearls of Wisdom happening in the Powerhouse Museum is the place to…

by jay

Events, Inspiration, What to do

Return of iconic Bondi Festival serves arts, comedy and culture feast this Winter

May 19, 2023

Waverley Council is thrilled to announce the return of the much-loved Bondi Festival, boasting an astonishing arts line-up that’s bolder and better than ever before, with world-class theatre, comedy, cabaret and interactive experiences, from Friday 30th June to Sunday 16th July 2023. Returning to its spiritual home at the newly refurbished Bondi Pavilion (as well as various locations around Bondi), the 17-day, all-inclusive festival will have family-friendly shows and adults-only options. Alongside the world-class arts line up, visitors can also enjoy Bondi’s famous ice-skating rink and the legendary Bondi Vista Ferris Wheel; a 32-metre-high ride with 360-degree views of the …

by jay

Events, What to do

We need bees, World Bee Day

May 18, 2023

This 20th of may is World Bee Day: Protecting Bees for Food Security, Biodiversity, and Ecosystem Health On this special occasion of World Bee Day, we gather to celebrate and raise awareness about the invaluable role of bees in our world. Bees are not merely buzzing insects; they are key pollinators that hold the delicate balance of our ecosystems, ensuring food security, promoting biodiversity, and safeguarding the health of our planet. Food security, an essential global concern, relies heavily on the industrious work of bees. These tiny creatures pollinate a significant portion of our food crops, including fruits, vegetables, nuts,…

by jay