Planning for the future
We continually monitor our progress and look to the challenges and opportunities that our city and its communities will face in coming decades.

Our plans
How we will deliver on our vision for a green, global and connected city.
Strategies & action plans
A City for All: Towards a socially just and resilient SydneyPublished 5 September 2019

Sydney Your Say
Have your say on our consultations from parks and playgrounds, to planning the future of our city.
Focus areas
Our areas of focus guide our efforts to lead, govern and serve the diverse people and businesses in our area.

Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050 Continuing the Vision
For a city that is green, global and connected.
City of Sydney News
News
Have your say on our operational plan and budgetView our draft integrated planning and reporting documents for 2023/24 and provide your feedback.22 May 2023News
Our budget 2024: 7 key items explainedThe City of Sydney has released our planned spend for the next financial year. Here's what's in it for you16 May 2023News
Sydney landmarks take home heritage awardsHarbourside monument bara by Judy Watson and Hyde Park’s Archibald Memorial Fountain have been celebrated by the National Trust.12 May 2023News
3 new bike links for a more connected network We’re building new cycleways to make our network safer and better connected.11 May 2023News
Cycleways fit for a princessDenmark’s Crown Princess Mary rode around Sydney’s bike lanes.28 April 2023News
City’s north set for major revampCreating greater space for parks, heritage and getting around.22 March 2023News
Welcome home: Affordable housing for Aboriginal womenTwenty apartments in Glebe will be leased long-term to tenants on lower incomes at affordable rates.20 February 2023News
College Street cycleway reopensAn important link in the city-centre bike network returns for good13 February 2023News
Pride in the heart of Sydney's city centreWork continues as part of our long-term vision to transform George Street into a world-class boulevard.10 January 2023News
Landmark fountain’s new lease of lifeThe Archibald Memorial Fountain in Sydney’s Hyde Park is back in action, following an extensive upgrade.10 January 2023News
In conversation: Preserving Sydney’s industrial heritage one brick kiln at a timeWhat happens when you mix curiosity, camaraderie and mud.10 December 2022News
First look: Building sites reimagined as works of artYour new favourite artwork could be just around the corner.25 November 2022
Built environment
Good planning and urban design today will ensure the city of tomorrow is beautiful and sustainable.
Development applications
Guidance on sustainable development
Community support and funding
People & communities
Social sustainabilityCommunity support & funding
Making Sydney inclusive for people with disabilityCommunity support & funding
Community services grantsPeople & communities
Homelessness
Culture and creativity
Culture & creativity
Creative cityCultural support & funding
Eora Journey: Recognition in the public domainCultural support & funding
City Art programCultural support & funding
Rehearsal space for students and school groups