High quality sports and fitness facilities and a range of community services are available for city residents, workers, students and visitors.
City of Sydney / Chris Southwood
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
Bush food discovery tour
Discover how bush foods growing at Sydney City Farm can nourish our city.
City of Sydney News
The latest updates from the City of Sydney. Stories, photos, videos and podcasts about our local area.
News
Plans for an epic new public square move aheadSet to become the heart of the city, a civic space outside Sydney Town Hall has been in the works for more than 40 years.16 May 2025News
Empowering women through educationDiscover how Dixie Link-Gordon’s life journey led to her work supporting women to be safe, healthy and strong.14 May 2025News
Share your experiences working in the creative sectorHelp us to help you. Let’s understand what your industry needs.11 May 2025News
Meet the changemakers leading Sydney’s circular fashion movementMake your threads count. Discover local brands leading the way in circular fashion.6 May 2025News
What to do in Sydney this MayFrom literary festivals and bustling markets to island adventures and meals that bring cultures together, uncover new passions and make meaningful connections.28 April 2025News
City of Sydney named one of Australia’s best places to workThe Australian Financial Review has recognised our commitment to flexibility, inclusion and meaningful careers.30 April 2025News
Hidden in plain sight: revealing the overlooked stories of Sydney’s inner suburbsShining a light on the untold stories of our local area.29 April 2025News
Sydney's lesser-known war memorialsSome quiet corners in our city carry the memory of Australians who served in the armed forces.26 April 2025News
Business Awards 2025: from innovative products, to excellence in sustainable tourism and customer serviceCelebrating the best in our area.17 April 2025News
From surviving to thriving: the business fundamentals small business owners need to know Our Reboot series returns with more invaluable advice to help you drive growth15 April 2025
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Shape your city
Have your say on our consultations from parks and playgrounds, to planning the future of our city.
Proposed works & maintenance
Your say on planting more trees on Tweedmouth Avenue, RoseberyOpen for feedbackPolicy & planning changes
Your feedback on changes to planning controls for 56–60 Pitt Street and 3 Spring Street, SydneyOpen for feedbackProposed works & maintenance
Your say on the proposed design for Ward Park, Surry HillsUnder review · Surry Hills
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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