The City of Sydney has announced plans to remove lockboxes attached to its infrastructure but will give owners until 1 April 2027 to remove them before the scheme is implemented. Lockboxes are not permitted on public infrastructure such as poles, signs, fences, trees, tree guards and bike racks, which are intended for community use and…
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10,000 Visitors Celebrate Historic North Sydney Olympic Pool Opening Weekend
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More than 10,000 people visited North Sydney Olympic Pool during its free opening weekend, with hundreds of coffees, cups of hot chips and gelato cones enjoyed by the community. Between Friday 7 August and Sunday 9 August, the newly reopened facility welcomed community members eager to explore the redeveloped pool, enjoy free entertainment and experience…
Officially Marking the Start of Mardi Gras Celebrations
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The Progress Pride Flag was raised above Sydney Town Hall on Friday night to officially mark the start of more than two weeks of Mardi Gras celebrations. Attending the Progress Pride flag raising ceremony were Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras organisers
Increased Bike Travel in Sydney
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Record numbers of Sydneysiders are choosing to travel into the city on two wheels, with recorded bike trips in some locations up to six times higher than in 2010. Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore attributed the increase to the expansion of cycling infrastructure throughout the city. “Since 2007 we have delivered 25 kilometres of safe,…
Brightening up Sydney Building Sites
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Ten new large-scale artworks will soon adorn protective fencing around the city’s busiest construction zones thanks to the City of Sydney’s creative hoarding program. Lord Mayor Clover Moore said in a bid to enliven Sydney streets, developers building in high traffic areas are required to cover their hoardings with art by a living Australian artist…
Martin Place Christmas tree turns 50
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The Martin Place Christmas tree turns 50 this year, fulfilling its role as the centrepiece of the City of Sydney’s Christmas decorations for half a century. Lord Mayor Clover Moore said the tree occupies a special place in the hearts of Sydneysiders. “People love the Martin Place tree, the tallest Christmas tree in New South…