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Our guided walks are the perfect way to experience the very best of the Garden over a 1.5-hour stroll

A special screening of True history of the Kelly Gang (2019) with director Q&A at the Art Gallery of NSW

A Public Lecture by Peter Zacharatos for the Military History Society of New South Wales

Curious unpacks the ideas shaping headlines, sparking debate and changing the way we see the world.

Sit in a chair in a beautiful park and argue with the ratbags, or get onto a ladder and be one

Ashley Kingston will speak about the little-known history of the Olympia Motor Speedway at Maroubra in the 1920s.

New six-part talk series featuring First Nations trailblazers

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city

Family, community and leadership in a crisis

On the magic behind the love story of our age

Can brain compatible living help us thrive? Learn how your brain works

Join us for a panel discussion on the Library's Merewether and Mitchell Fellows as we mark 200 years of the Library.

Tony Gilmour will discuss the connection between hotels and growth in regional communities, using Kiama as an example.

See cult classic Dead End Drive-In, followed by a discussion with Brian Trenchard-Smith on Australia's drive-in culture.

ARIA Award winning legend Katie Noonan launches her new album Alone but all one – a collaboration with Trent Dalton

Ryan Holiday on stoicism for the modern world

Explore Indigenous art histories with Australian-based First Nations artists.

Discover the fascinating history of tea, followed by a sparkling high tea overlooking Woolloomooloo.

A night of stargazing

Welcoming space for women from diverse backgrounds.

Join us for our second public event in the Faculty of Science's exciting new series, The Impact Factor!

An evening lecture and discussion by Reverend Dr Andrew Errington in the Progress & Purpose series

Join art critic John McDonald to explore the evolution of art fairs and their place in today’s global art market.

After a sell out 2025 show, Ignite Talks returns to the OAF on 27 October 2026 for an unforgettable night of talks.

Join archivists for a fascinating exploration of the rich history of Haymarket and Ultimo

Acclaimed photojournalists Lorrie Graham and Mike Bowers come together to reflect on Lorrie’s trailblazing career.

Join this free AI Literacy for the Internet and social media.

Come to the table for this deliciously joyous event.

An informal lunchtime discussion on the entangled histories and future of science and religion

Celebrating ten years of profound, pressing and provocative ideas.

Come along to this free talk from Inside Out Recovery

Join some of Australia's favourite thinkers and storytellers for an unmissable evening of conversation and reflection

A conversation about Seymour's history, evolution, and what's next

A dazzling memoir told with the wit, warmth, and wicked humour of a true drag legend.

Sydney's most popular stand-up comedy course. We train hundreds in comedy each year. Improve your storytelling!

Free talks, tours, research demonstrations, music, good food and family-friendly fun

Join author and artist Wendy Hamilton as she explores the story of the Berrima Internment Camp.

Join Tim Winton in conversation with Michaela Kalowski at the Seymour to celebrate his latest book launch

An evening with Richard Dawkins on the legacy of ‘The Selfish Gene’

Discover why public libraries matter more than ever as AI and digital technologies reshape their role.

Waverley Library welcomes you to attend this talk about Agatha Christie given by literary historian Susannah Fullerton

See cult Australian action film Midnite Spares, followed by Richard Kuipers on the wild history of Ozploitation cinema.

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