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2012 Sydney Writers' Festival

The 2012 Sydney Writers’ Festival is bringing some of the biggest names in literature to Sydney for one week of inspiring talks, panels and performances. And over half of the events are free! swf.org.au

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Thursday 17 May to Sunday 20 May 2012

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Vivid Light

Vivid Light will transform Sydney harbour's foreshore after dark into a playground of free interactive light artworks the whole family can enjoy, each night after 6pm, 25 May to 11 June

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Friday 25 May to Monday 11 June 2012

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Sydney Life Photography Prize submissions open

Capture a unique moment of life in our city and enter it into this exhibition of large-scale images as part of Art & About Sydney 2012. 22 finalists are chosen for the exhibition with a $10,000 prize awarded to the winning photographer.

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Free Event

Thursday 17 May to Friday 29 June 2012

Officer

An officer and a gentleman, the musical

Sydney hosts the world premiere engagement of AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN, The Musical. The award winning 1982 film is now a musical live on stage. This timeless tale of love and honour against all odds is sure to be the musical blockbuster of 2012.

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Thursday 17 May to Sunday 17 June 2012

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Transforming Sydney: How light rail, laneways, retail and night-time activity will revitalise the heart of our city.

Transforming Sydney: How light rail, laneways, retail and night-time activity will revitalise the heart of our city.

Sydney is Australia’s gateway to the world – now the City of Sydney has a bold plan to make George Street an attractive, integrated and thriving heart for the city.

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Monday 21 May 2012

City Talks 2012 - Smart Sydney - How do we create an environment for inspiration and innovation?

City Talks 2012 - Smart Sydney - How do we create an environment for inspiration and innovation?

Sydney is bursting with talented, creative and forward-thinking people. How can we harness the energy of government, education, businesses, media, and creative thinkers to create space for innovation?

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Monday 28 May 2012

Little Sydney Lives Photography Competition submissions open

Little Sydney Lives Photography Competition submissions open

Budding little photographers are invited to show us their Sydney by entering this unique competition and exhibition of 20 finalists in Hyde Park as part of Art & About Sydney 2012. Open to kids aged 3 - 11 with prizes valued at up to $500.

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Thursday 17 May to Friday 29 June 2012

Pyrmont Festival 2012!

Pyrmont Festival 2012!

Pyrmont has developed a reputation as one of Sydney's fastest growing dining precincts and to celebrate the local business community is dishing up a ten-day smorgasboard of wine, food and art throughout May.

Friday 18 May to Sunday 27 May 2012

Archibald Prize 2012

Archibald Prize 2012

Australia's most famous annual art exhibition is now on at the Art Gallery of NSW – the Archibald Prize 2012. See this year's winning self-portrait by Tim Storrier alongside 40 finalist works by artists including Wendy Sharpe, Ben Quilty & Adam Cullen.

Thursday 17 May to Sunday 03 June 2012

Anh Do - The happiest refugee LIVE!!

Anh Do - The happiest refugee LIVE!!

Anh Do - State Theatre Sydney Friday 20th & Saturday 21st July 8pm

Friday 20 July to Saturday 21 July 2012

Good Food & Wine Show

Good Food & Wine Show

Australia’s largest consumer food and wine exhibition, bringing great food experiences to across the country.

Friday 22 June to Sunday 24 June 2012

City of Sydney 101 Workshops

City of Sydney 101 Workshops

Throughout 2012 City of Sydney is offering a series of ‘101’ workshops designed for small business owners and operators, giving an overview of common issues in setting up and running a business.

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Thursday 17 May to Tuesday 02 October 2012

Madame Tussauds now open in Sydney

Madame Tussauds now open in Sydney

Madame Tussauds Sydney is officially open in Sydney’s Darling Harbour. See an all-star cast of the world’s best known personalities and heroes immortalised in wax

Thursday 17 May to Thursday 17 January 2013

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