City: Sydney

Sydney is Australia's answer to New York: a cosmopolitan a hive of activity, which never sleeps, but also boasts gorgeous beaches, fantastic weather and mild winters. Sydney has over 4 million residents, making it Australia's largest city, and is also the most touristed destination in the country, attracting over 32 million visitors per year.

The city is very multicultural, so the food on offer is delicious, and it's also a fantastic shopping destination. The various suburbs have very different atmospheres, so you'll find something for everyone in this tourist paradise.

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Ever wondered how you can get this season's must-have looks but also save money and the planet at the same time? This is the free masterclass for you. Hosted by a panel of Australia's biggest names in sustainable styling and fashion- you'll get practical tips to help you uncover secondhand treasure in your neighbourhood. Learn how to style secondhand pieces with help from Hannah Klose and Natalie Shehata at this online workshop.Register hereAbout Hannah KloseNever Ever Pay Retail op shop blogger- Hannah Klose- has been thrifting since birth thanks to her mum's op shop obsession! When she's not blogging about the best secondhand hot spots you can catch her styling recycled runway shows or sniffing out a bargain somewhere in Brisbane. She lives by the mantra 'buy nothing new' (except for underwear) and 99% of her wardrobe is pre-loved. About Natalie ShehateNatalie Shehata is the founder + editor of tommie magazine 'the destination for creative Womxn with a conscience'- as well as the Eco Stylist for Save the Children Australia op shops nationally. Her fashion styling career spans 11 years. She founded tommie magazine with the intention to change the way we consume and interpret fashion- by educating and bringing an awareness to how our clothes are made and what actually happens 'behind the seams' - both in the manufacturing of our clothing and the advertising of them.  About this eventThis event is being delivered as part of City of Sydney council's commitment to reducing landfill and supporting residents to reuse and reduce waste at home. It is brought to you by the City of Sydney and the team behind Garage Sale Trail- Australia's #1 community and sustainability event dedicated to helping us make or save money buying or selling pre-loved.  Join the Garage Sail Trail in person or online on 21 & 22 November and grab a bargain at one of 16-000+ garage sales being held across the country.

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The art of secondhand styling 2020

07 November Sydney NSW Australia

Ever wondered how you can get this season's must-have looks but also save money and the planet at the same time? This is the free masterclass for you. Hosted by a panel of Australia's biggest names in sustainable styling and fashion- you'll get practical tips to help you uncover secondhand treasure in your neighbourhood. Learn how to style secondhand pieces with help from Hannah Klose and Natalie Shehata at this online workshop.Register hereAbout Hannah KloseNever Ever Pay Retail op shop blogger- Hannah Klose- has been thrifting since birth thanks to her mum's op shop obsession! When she's not blogging about the best secondhand hot spots you can catch her styling recycled runway shows or sniffing out a bargain somewhere in Brisbane. She lives by the mantra 'buy nothing new' (except for underwear) and 99% of her wardrobe is pre-loved. About Natalie ShehateNatalie Shehata is the founder + editor of tommie magazine 'the destination for creative Womxn with a conscience'- as well as the Eco Stylist for Save the Children Australia op shops nationally. Her fashion styling career spans 11 years. She founded tommie magazine with the intention to change the way we consume and interpret fashion- by educating and bringing an awareness to how our clothes are made and what actually happens 'behind the seams' - both in the manufacturing of our clothing and the advertising of them.  About this eventThis event is being delivered as part of City of Sydney council's commitment to reducing landfill and supporting residents to reuse and reduce waste at home. It is brought to you by the City of Sydney and the team behind Garage Sale Trail- Australia's #1 community and sustainability event dedicated to helping us make or save money buying or selling pre-loved.  Join the Garage Sail Trail in person or online on 21 & 22 November and grab a bargain at one of 16-000+ garage sales being held across the country.

BAD Sydney presents a star-packed in person festival on 7-8 November at the State Library of NSW. See Kate McClymont- Gary Jubelin- Jess Hill- Michael Robotham- Caroline Overington- Chris Hammer- Tom Keneally- Nick Kaldas- Jana Wendt and many more.As always- there's plenty of crime and thriller fiction with Australian greats like Garry Disher- Michael Robotham and Chris Hammer as well as rising stars. Journalists explain why they turned to (fictional) crime. Fiction icon Tom Keneally talks to us about his view of the nature of evil and we explore writing about Auschwitz in fiction after 75 years.Like every year- we look at true crime - the first Australian serial killer with Tanya Bretherton or more recent Sydney crime with Kate McClymont. Top ex-NSW police Nick Kaldas- Gary Jubelin and Deb Wallace talk about their experience of policing. Speakers with personal knowledge tell us about experiencing the prison system and the impact of crime on victims and their families. We investigate wider criminal and social justice issues like modern slavery and the prevalence of domestic abuse as well as what can be done about it with Stella prize winner Jess Hill Are we in danger of turning into a security state asks Brian Toohey? Can we trust the justice system to make the right decisions queries Xanthe Mallett?Tickets start at just $10 for online sessions- and tickets to attend in person are extremely limited due to social distancing restrictions- so get in quick.This year we are restricted to 30 people in the audience for each event following NSW health regulations. We are using two rooms in different parts of the Library. For the Metcalfe Auditorium- enter the Library from the Macquarie Street entrance. For the Dixson Room- enter the Library from the Mitchell Building entrance on Shakespeare Place facing the Botanic Gardens. Covid-safe measuresPlease look at the special conditions of entry to the library for these unusual times. Be reassured that we are following all advice to keep you save.

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BAD Sydney Crime Writers Festival 2020

07 - 08 November Sydney NSW Australia

BAD Sydney presents a star-packed in person festival on 7-8 November at the State Library of NSW. See Kate McClymont- Gary Jubelin- Jess Hill- Michael Robotham- Caroline Overington- Chris Hammer- Tom Keneally- Nick Kaldas- Jana Wendt and many more.As always- there's plenty of crime and thriller fiction with Australian greats like Garry Disher- Michael Robotham and Chris Hammer as well as rising stars. Journalists explain why they turned to (fictional) crime. Fiction icon Tom Keneally talks to us about his view of the nature of evil and we explore writing about Auschwitz in fiction after 75 years.Like every year- we look at true crime - the first Australian serial killer with Tanya Bretherton or more recent Sydney crime with Kate McClymont. Top ex-NSW police Nick Kaldas- Gary Jubelin and Deb Wallace talk about their experience of policing. Speakers with personal knowledge tell us about experiencing the prison system and the impact of crime on victims and their families. We investigate wider criminal and social justice issues like modern slavery and the prevalence of domestic abuse as well as what can be done about it with Stella prize winner Jess Hill Are we in danger of turning into a security state asks Brian Toohey? Can we trust the justice system to make the right decisions queries Xanthe Mallett?Tickets start at just $10 for online sessions- and tickets to attend in person are extremely limited due to social distancing restrictions- so get in quick.This year we are restricted to 30 people in the audience for each event following NSW health regulations. We are using two rooms in different parts of the Library. For the Metcalfe Auditorium- enter the Library from the Macquarie Street entrance. For the Dixson Room- enter the Library from the Mitchell Building entrance on Shakespeare Place facing the Botanic Gardens. Covid-safe measuresPlease look at the special conditions of entry to the library for these unusual times. Be reassured that we are following all advice to keep you save.

Bondi Bazaar is Sydney's best curated indoor and outdoor Saturday Bondi markets.Launching 10 October- Bondi Bazaar will be held at Beach Road Hotel (71 Beach Road- Bondi Beach).Browse over 50 bondi market stalls each week- ranging from arts and crafts- vintage clothes- food- home wares- pet products- jewelry and much much more.

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Bondi Bazaar 2020

01 August - 19 December Bondi Beach NSW Australia

Bondi Bazaar is Sydney's best curated indoor and outdoor Saturday Bondi markets.Launching 10 October- Bondi Bazaar will be held at Beach Road Hotel (71 Beach Road- Bondi Beach).Browse over 50 bondi market stalls each week- ranging from arts and crafts- vintage clothes- food- home wares- pet products- jewelry and much much more.

Witness the iconic QVB Swarovski Tree - the largest indoor Christmas tree in Australia- standing at 24 metres and reaching all the way up to the top of the Centre Dome. Just as beguiling are its 100-000+ sparkling crystal ornaments- 65-000 twinkling lights and 6-400 rosebuds. The tree comes to life in a glistening display of light - a must see from every level.Join us for a season of magical Santa experiences- exclusive shopping services and celebrations.Visit the website for further information here.Discover all the ways we will be making your Christmas COVID-safe here.

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Discover the festivities at the QVB 2020

09 November - 02 January Sydney NSW Australia

Witness the iconic QVB Swarovski Tree - the largest indoor Christmas tree in Australia- standing at 24 metres and reaching all the way up to the top of the Centre Dome. Just as beguiling are its 100-000+ sparkling crystal ornaments- 65-000 twinkling lights and 6-400 rosebuds. The tree comes to life in a glistening display of light - a must see from every level.Join us for a season of magical Santa experiences- exclusive shopping services and celebrations.Visit the website for further information here.Discover all the ways we will be making your Christmas COVID-safe here.

What people of all advanced civilizations knew- what famous doctors (Paracelsus- Hahnemann etc.) used and what science confirmed through some fundamental discoveriesIn this lecture you will learn about the teaching of Bruno Groening (1906 - 1959). His message was simple: there is a higher power that is the basis of all living things and it can heal! He showed how this energy that he referred to as 'Heilstrom' could be absorbed into the body- and through his teachings many people were cured- even from diseases that were considered incurable.Healings occur today as back then- and the words of Bruno Groening: 'There is no incurable- God is the greatest physician-' has been proven and documented within the Medical Scientific Group - a world-wide forum of independent medical doctors- psychologists and health care professionals within the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends.To learn more- attend one of our free online lectures. Please register hereOnce you have registered- you will be sent instructions on how to download the free Zoom app either to your phone or laptop-computer. Important: Please register well ahead of time and log in 5 minutes early to get settled.For further Information: Contact: Linley Anderson on 0402 248 391 Visit our website or our YouTube Channel

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Free online health information lecture 2020

10 September - 03 December Sydney NSW Australia

What people of all advanced civilizations knew- what famous doctors (Paracelsus- Hahnemann etc.) used and what science confirmed through some fundamental discoveriesIn this lecture you will learn about the teaching of Bruno Groening (1906 - 1959). His message was simple: there is a higher power that is the basis of all living things and it can heal! He showed how this energy that he referred to as 'Heilstrom' could be absorbed into the body- and through his teachings many people were cured- even from diseases that were considered incurable.Healings occur today as back then- and the words of Bruno Groening: 'There is no incurable- God is the greatest physician-' has been proven and documented within the Medical Scientific Group - a world-wide forum of independent medical doctors- psychologists and health care professionals within the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends.To learn more- attend one of our free online lectures. Please register hereOnce you have registered- you will be sent instructions on how to download the free Zoom app either to your phone or laptop-computer. Important: Please register well ahead of time and log in 5 minutes early to get settled.For further Information: Contact: Linley Anderson on 0402 248 391 Visit our website or our YouTube Channel

A ravishing feast of music featuring some of Sydney's finest musicians.The performance will include members of Pinchgut Opera- The Song Company- Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and brass players of the Sydney Symphony and Opera Australia Orchestras.All works will be performed one voice per part- featuring a number of antiphonal Gabrieli motets- Allegri's 'Miserere'- as well as Tallis' 'Lamentation of Jeremiah I' and Tomkins' 'When David Heard' for men's voices. Also in this concert will be Bach's earliest known cantata '-Nach dir- Herr- verlanget mich'- Buxtehude's 'Der Herr ist mit mir'- as well as Bach's great motet 'Jesu Meine Freude'.Programme:Jesu Meine Freude | Johann Sebastian BachIn ecclesiis | Giovanni GabrieliMagnificat | Giovanni GabrieliMiserere | Gregorio AllegriWhen David Heard | Thomas TomkinsLamentations of Jeremiah I | Thomas TallisSuscipe clementissime Deus | Giovanni GabrieliNach dir- Herr- verlanget mich | Johann Sebastian BachDer Herr ist mit mir | Dieterich BuxtehudeFeaturing:Soprano | Chloe Lankshear- Claire Burrell-McDonald- Amber JohnsonAlto | Michael Burden- Oscar SmithTenor | Elias Wilson- Thomas HallworthBass | Hayden Barrington- Jack StephensOrgan | Hamish Wagstaff- Samuel GiddyViolin | James Tarbotton- James ArmstrongBassoon | Tiger ChouCello | Sophie FunstonDouble Bass | Linh NguyenTrombone | Scott Kinmont- Nigel Crocker- Nick Byrne-Greg van der Struik- William Kinmont & Brett PageTrumpet | David Elton & Simon WolnizerCOVID-19 SAFETYWe will be limiting the number of people in the Cathedral in accordance with current Public Health Orders and ensuring appropriate physical distancing at all times.Hand sanitiser will be available and audience members over the age of 12 are required to wear masks.

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Lamentation & Joy 2020

07 November Sydney NSW Australia

A ravishing feast of music featuring some of Sydney's finest musicians.The performance will include members of Pinchgut Opera- The Song Company- Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and brass players of the Sydney Symphony and Opera Australia Orchestras.All works will be performed one voice per part- featuring a number of antiphonal Gabrieli motets- Allegri's 'Miserere'- as well as Tallis' 'Lamentation of Jeremiah I' and Tomkins' 'When David Heard' for men's voices. Also in this concert will be Bach's earliest known cantata '-Nach dir- Herr- verlanget mich'- Buxtehude's 'Der Herr ist mit mir'- as well as Bach's great motet 'Jesu Meine Freude'.Programme:Jesu Meine Freude | Johann Sebastian BachIn ecclesiis | Giovanni GabrieliMagnificat | Giovanni GabrieliMiserere | Gregorio AllegriWhen David Heard | Thomas TomkinsLamentations of Jeremiah I | Thomas TallisSuscipe clementissime Deus | Giovanni GabrieliNach dir- Herr- verlanget mich | Johann Sebastian BachDer Herr ist mit mir | Dieterich BuxtehudeFeaturing:Soprano | Chloe Lankshear- Claire Burrell-McDonald- Amber JohnsonAlto | Michael Burden- Oscar SmithTenor | Elias Wilson- Thomas HallworthBass | Hayden Barrington- Jack StephensOrgan | Hamish Wagstaff- Samuel GiddyViolin | James Tarbotton- James ArmstrongBassoon | Tiger ChouCello | Sophie FunstonDouble Bass | Linh NguyenTrombone | Scott Kinmont- Nigel Crocker- Nick Byrne-Greg van der Struik- William Kinmont & Brett PageTrumpet | David Elton & Simon WolnizerCOVID-19 SAFETYWe will be limiting the number of people in the Cathedral in accordance with current Public Health Orders and ensuring appropriate physical distancing at all times.Hand sanitiser will be available and audience members over the age of 12 are required to wear masks.

Lilith Night is an international celebration of diverse female composer-performers- across a dizzying range of genres. A network of women music-makers and culture creators- directed by Australian musician Maryanne Piper- Lilith Night will feature the global fusion of sounds created by vocalist and kora player- Miriam Lieberman. The ensemble will perform compositions from international composers Sunna Gunnlaugs (Iceland)- Christina Fuchs (Ger)- Elisa Thorn (Canada) and Eve Beglarian (US-Armenian)- Australian composers Jenna Cave- Harri Harding- and many more.Special support: Kenya Wilkins Solo Piano Album LaunchKenya Wilkins will launch her third solo piano album 'So What Bach' a series of jams on JS Bach classics. Keyna Wilkins is a pioneering Australian-British composer-musician- solo-artist and leader of cutting-edge ensembles. Her music has been described as arresting and genre-blurring. She was one of three finalists in the Australian nation-wide APRA-AMCOS Art Music Awards for Individual Excellence 2018. Her compositions are performed internationally and published by Wirripang.A kaleidoscope of music to excite the senses!Maryanne Piper (clarinetist)- Kenya Wilkins (piano)- Rachel Drubetsky (trumpeter)- Chloe Kim (drums) and special guest- Miriam Lieberman (vocals and kora).Covid-safe planAll patrons are socially distanced inside the venue and must use sanitizer provided and enter individual contact details on entry. Face masks are available for those who want them. Hand sanitizer is provided and visible throughout the venue. People with any symptoms of colds or repeating dry coughs are not admitted and if such symptoms become visible after entry- would be asked to leave. Table service only except for those who are seated at the bar. There is no standing in groups allowed.

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Lilith Night with special guest Miriam Lieberman 2020

07 November Ultimo NSW Australia

Lilith Night is an international celebration of diverse female composer-performers- across a dizzying range of genres. A network of women music-makers and culture creators- directed by Australian musician Maryanne Piper- Lilith Night will feature the global fusion of sounds created by vocalist and kora player- Miriam Lieberman. The ensemble will perform compositions from international composers Sunna Gunnlaugs (Iceland)- Christina Fuchs (Ger)- Elisa Thorn (Canada) and Eve Beglarian (US-Armenian)- Australian composers Jenna Cave- Harri Harding- and many more.Special support: Kenya Wilkins Solo Piano Album LaunchKenya Wilkins will launch her third solo piano album 'So What Bach' a series of jams on JS Bach classics. Keyna Wilkins is a pioneering Australian-British composer-musician- solo-artist and leader of cutting-edge ensembles. Her music has been described as arresting and genre-blurring. She was one of three finalists in the Australian nation-wide APRA-AMCOS Art Music Awards for Individual Excellence 2018. Her compositions are performed internationally and published by Wirripang.A kaleidoscope of music to excite the senses!Maryanne Piper (clarinetist)- Kenya Wilkins (piano)- Rachel Drubetsky (trumpeter)- Chloe Kim (drums) and special guest- Miriam Lieberman (vocals and kora).Covid-safe planAll patrons are socially distanced inside the venue and must use sanitizer provided and enter individual contact details on entry. Face masks are available for those who want them. Hand sanitizer is provided and visible throughout the venue. People with any symptoms of colds or repeating dry coughs are not admitted and if such symptoms become visible after entry- would be asked to leave. Table service only except for those who are seated at the bar. There is no standing in groups allowed.

Lilthai Dreaming is an exhibition of Indigenous Australian Art encompassing paintings- bark paintings- and ceramicsBibi Barba - Saltwater Women-Woka Woka- Dungutti- Cammeraygal- Gadigal- Yuin Nation 'Like many artists- my work tells a story. It's about my connection to family- to the land- where I was born- my struggles and triumphs.'Warnayaka Collection Warnayaka Art Centre is located in the community of Lajamanu- 580kms south west of Katherine- Northern Territory in the Tanami desert.The most important thing expressed by the artists across the generations is the need to preserve and pass on the knowledge of Warlpiri culture. This encompasses not only art- but includes language- social structure- law and country.Lorna Morgan Biddy Yulngarri Jurrah-LongRosie Murnku Mark TasmanMyra Patrick HerbertJudy MartinKitty Napanangka SimonElizabeth Nungarrayi RossBiddy Timms NapanangkaMolly Jinjingarli TasmanLily HargreavesThe safety of our visitors- artists- teachers- staff and volunteers is vital.We are observing strict physical distancing and hygiene measures to protect the health of visitors and staff and minimise the spread of Covid-19.These include enhanced cleaning regimes- social distancing and limits on the number of people in the gallery- sanitiser and hand washing facilities and changes to our class sizes.Don't visit if you're unwell or- if in the last 14 days- you have experienced cold or flu symptoms- have returned from overseas or have been to or had contact with someone from a Covid hotspot. Visitors are required to provide their name and contact details on arrival at the Gallery- to support contact tracing in line with NSW Health rules and our Covid-Safe plan.floor markings and signage to help visitors maintain safe distances.There are limits on the number of visitors overall and the Gallery space has its maximum capacity- based on the rule of 1 person per 4 square metres.Please don't touch the artworks.We are also available for private viewings of our exhibitions by prior arrangement.

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Lilthai Dreaming 2020

07 - 21 November Milsons Point NSW Australia

Lilthai Dreaming is an exhibition of Indigenous Australian Art encompassing paintings- bark paintings- and ceramicsBibi Barba - Saltwater Women-Woka Woka- Dungutti- Cammeraygal- Gadigal- Yuin Nation 'Like many artists- my work tells a story. It's about my connection to family- to the land- where I was born- my struggles and triumphs.'Warnayaka Collection Warnayaka Art Centre is located in the community of Lajamanu- 580kms south west of Katherine- Northern Territory in the Tanami desert.The most important thing expressed by the artists across the generations is the need to preserve and pass on the knowledge of Warlpiri culture. This encompasses not only art- but includes language- social structure- law and country.Lorna Morgan Biddy Yulngarri Jurrah-LongRosie Murnku Mark TasmanMyra Patrick HerbertJudy MartinKitty Napanangka SimonElizabeth Nungarrayi RossBiddy Timms NapanangkaMolly Jinjingarli TasmanLily HargreavesThe safety of our visitors- artists- teachers- staff and volunteers is vital.We are observing strict physical distancing and hygiene measures to protect the health of visitors and staff and minimise the spread of Covid-19.These include enhanced cleaning regimes- social distancing and limits on the number of people in the gallery- sanitiser and hand washing facilities and changes to our class sizes.Don't visit if you're unwell or- if in the last 14 days- you have experienced cold or flu symptoms- have returned from overseas or have been to or had contact with someone from a Covid hotspot. Visitors are required to provide their name and contact details on arrival at the Gallery- to support contact tracing in line with NSW Health rules and our Covid-Safe plan.floor markings and signage to help visitors maintain safe distances.There are limits on the number of visitors overall and the Gallery space has its maximum capacity- based on the rule of 1 person per 4 square metres.Please don't touch the artworks.We are also available for private viewings of our exhibitions by prior arrangement.

Pharos is a ten-member powerhouse big band formed in 2016. Featuring a six-piece horn section- this unique and electrifying collective merge the best of the big band with the flexibility- creativity and genre-bending exploration expected in any modern ensemble. What's more- every single member of the band is a talented female jazz musician. In the group's short lifespan- Pharos has worked with an incredible list of local and international artists- premiering and performing the work of composers- both Australian and international. In a world premiere- Pharos will perform a new work commissioned for the festival before performing exclusive repertoire composed and arranged by SIMA's 2020 Artist in Residence- Dr Sandy Evans. Come feel the energy that only a big band can inspire!Covid-safe measuresDo not attend if you are feeling unwell. Shows will be seated and limited to 60 per sitting- with patrons seated to allow for social distancing. Please adhere to social distancing at all times and follow direction from venue staff. The venue will be taking a number of precautionary measures to ensure patron safety- including: Hand sanitiser dispensers- signage and social distancing markers throughout the venue- and regular sanitising of the venue and facilities.

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Pharos feat. The Music of Sandy Evans 2020

07 November Sydney NSW Australia

Pharos is a ten-member powerhouse big band formed in 2016. Featuring a six-piece horn section- this unique and electrifying collective merge the best of the big band with the flexibility- creativity and genre-bending exploration expected in any modern ensemble. What's more- every single member of the band is a talented female jazz musician. In the group's short lifespan- Pharos has worked with an incredible list of local and international artists- premiering and performing the work of composers- both Australian and international. In a world premiere- Pharos will perform a new work commissioned for the festival before performing exclusive repertoire composed and arranged by SIMA's 2020 Artist in Residence- Dr Sandy Evans. Come feel the energy that only a big band can inspire!Covid-safe measuresDo not attend if you are feeling unwell. Shows will be seated and limited to 60 per sitting- with patrons seated to allow for social distancing. Please adhere to social distancing at all times and follow direction from venue staff. The venue will be taking a number of precautionary measures to ensure patron safety- including: Hand sanitiser dispensers- signage and social distancing markers throughout the venue- and regular sanitising of the venue and facilities.