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Acclaimed architect and Aboriginal artist team up to design new Sydney public square

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Enjoy markets and entertainment at our new Green Square Christmas Fair

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Dance and sing at our family friendly, free Christmas concert in Alexandria

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First Peoples’ stories define Sydney’s new Harbour Walk

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  • News

    1. Messages of welcome from Gadigal land for Sydney New Year’s Eve

      Friday 6 December
    2. 6 ways First Peoples’ stories define Sydney’s Harbour Walk

      Wednesday 4 December
    3. Sydney welcomes the world to 2020

      Tuesday 3 December
    4. Seeking creatives: Apply now for Art & About Sydney 2021

      Tuesday 3 December
    5. Acclaimed architect and Aboriginal artist team up for new George Street icon

      Tuesday 3 December
    6. Support for the NSW bushfire recovery fund on NYE

      Monday 2 December
    7. Oxford Street gets its groove back

      Monday 2 December
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