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Vibrant going-out Districts across NSW ready to collaborate
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City of Newcastle
Between harbour and ocean, Newcastle East pairs historic streets, independent hospitality and beach culture in Newcastle’s original vibrant coastal neighbourhood.
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Fairfield City Council
Built by immigrant families, now reimagined by their kids: Canley Heights is Fairfield City’s late-night food and entertainment precinct.
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Fairfield City Council
A welcoming pocket of Little Asia where you can feast Vietnamese classics, build hotpots and hit a house-party bar. Feast, linger, repeat: generous plates, buzzing courtyards and rooms made for groups.
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Penrith City Council
Local pioneers, rebels and creators are reshaping the newest entertainment centre in the heart of Western Sydney.
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Wagga Wagga City Council
Wagga Wagga combines riverside character, a thriving food and drink scene and the energy of NSW’s largest inland city.
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City of Sydney
It’s a must-hit spot on any tourist itinerary but thanks to newfound vibrancy, Circular Quay is attracting a new demographic: the locals.
Opportunities
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First Nations Screen Fellowship 2026
Providing one mid-career First Nations screen practitioner a dynamic range of funding and support across a 12-month period.
Providing one mid-career First Nations screen practitioner a dynamic range of funding and support across a 12-month period.
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Opportunity closes
29 Oct 2026
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Stallholder EOI - Georges River Council Summer Events
The Summer Events program features family favourites Magic of Christmas, Lunar New Year and Australia Day Picnic.
The Summer Events program features family favourites Magic of Christmas, Lunar New Year and Australia Day Picnic.
Opportunity closes
10 Oct 2026
Posted by City of Sydney
Accommodation grants - Glebe and Millers Point
Affordable access for organisations and individuals focused on community, cultural, economic and sustainability outcomes.
Affordable access for organisations and individuals focused on community, cultural, economic and sustainability outcomes.
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Opportunity closes
20 Oct 2026
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Lunar Lanes 2027 - Creative Arts Market Stallholder EOI
Lunar Lanes is Burwood’s annual Lunar New Year celebration, showcasing art, live music, culture and food.
Lunar Lanes is Burwood’s annual Lunar New Year celebration, showcasing art, live music, culture and food.
Opportunity closes
14 Oct 2026
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Performer EOI - Georges River Council Lunar New Year 2027
Georges River Council will bring in the Year of the Goat with the Lunar New Year Festival on Forest Road, Hurstville.
Georges River Council will bring in the Year of the Goat with the Lunar New Year Festival on Forest Road, Hurstville.
Opportunity closes
02 Nov 2026
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Vivid Sydney Sponsorship Expression of Interest
Partner with Vivid Sydney to connect your brand with millions of consumers before, during and beyond the festival, while extending your reach to millions more online.
Partner with Vivid Sydney to connect your brand with millions of consumers before, during and beyond the festival, while extending your reach to millions more online.
Opportunity closes
30 Nov 2026
Statistics
Dive into the data behind New South Wales' 24-hour economy. Explore key statistics on nightlife, entertainment, business growth and spending. Data as of 31 March 2025, powered by the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner's Data After Dark platform.
in-person night-time spend in March 2025
Source: Westpac DataX spend data
non-core night-time economy businesses
Source: Australian Business Register
core night-time economy businesses
Source: Australian Business Register
food and drink businesses
Source: Australian Business Register
entertainment businesses
Source: Australian Business Register
pubs, taverns and bars
Source: Australian Business Register
Latest events and case studies
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We acknowledge that we live and work on Aboriginal land and recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of First Nations Australians. We also acknowledge all of the traditional owners of the land in NSW, and pay respect to First Nations Elders, past and present.
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