G’day listeners and welcome to Things to do in Sydney—it’s Sunday, November 9th, 2025, and Oly Bennet here, your globe-trotting, sports-loving explorer with an unquenchable thirst for quirky adventure! Sydney’s giving off serious “life of the party” energy today: the skies are clear, the weather’s inviting, and the city’s pulsing with action from harbourside festivals to cultural shenanigans that have this metropolis bursting with cheeky charm.

Now, let’s talk today’s vibe! Fresh off the buzz from last night’s Oasis Live at Accor Stadium, Sydney’s got a relaxed but expectant mood, with people soaking up the Sunday sunshine from Bondi curves to the quirky laneways of Newtown. Crowds gathered this morning in Hyde Park for a touching Remembrance tribute by Princess Anne—there’s a real sense of history meeting modern hustle as dignitaries and veterans share heartfelt moments, covered by Hello Magazine. She’ll continue her visit with military events throughout the week, so keep an eye out for royal sightings in your morning strolls.

For curious souls and families, you’ve got loads to dive into:
The Klook Travel Fest at Sydney Showground is in full swing! Doors are open for giveaways, travel deals, and destination-inspired games—imagine lassoing like a Vegas cowboy and ring-tossing onto the Petronas Towers, all before snagging discounted trips to places like Japan, Disney, and the Gold Coast.
Art lovers can wander Carriageworks for the Affordable Art Fair, shopping for contemporary treasures under $10,000 and maybe discovering the next Picasso hiding in plain sight.
For music buffs, the Youth Orchestra’s afternoon concert, Broadway Meets Hollywood with the KYO, is setting the stage ablaze—think epic soundtracks and young virtuosos at the Sydney venue.
If you’re a family seeking magic, A Thing Called a Birthday is enchanting the Sydney Opera House crowd tonight, while Grug and the Rainbow is prepping a puppet-powered rainbow party later this week.
Night owls and party animals, Redfern Town Hall is hosting the Sydney Sound Healing Journey with Christian Dimarco, where vibrations and deep breaths wash the workweek worries away. And for a legendary after-dark scene, the Homemade Saturdays party hits Home The Venue with complimentary drinks and energetic DJs lighting up Darling Harbour.

Local announcements worth knowing: Sydney Rail is running on its regular schedule with no major interruptions reported—hooray for seamless commuting! The buzz about a new rooftop bar in Surry Hills is making waves, with “The Loft” promising panoramic city views and bottomless brunches—word on the street is the espresso martinis are dangerously good. Also, the Barangaroo foreshore boardwalk is newly resurfaced, perfect for sunset jogs or just savoring that world-class Harbour panorama.

Recommendations for must-do activities combine classic Sydney soul with hidden oddities:
Catch a ferry to Taronga Zoo for close-up critter encounters against a backdrop of shimmering water.
Stroll The Rocks—grab a bite at Pancakes on the Rocks or hunt for Sydney’s oldest ghost stories on a walking tour.
If you love sports as much as Oly does, head to Pennant Hills for the UTR 5+ tennis matchplay from 11:30am—bring your game face and a wildly colorful headband for bonus points!
For a unique Sydney flavor, check out Customs House's “Little Sydney Lives” exhibition—a peek into life through the eyes of local children, quirky and endearing in equal measure.
Local tip: Sydneysiders are obsessed with “long blacks” but if you ask for a “short black,” you’ll get espresso that could fuel a marathon—sip and power your way through the city’s endless adventures!

Tomorrow’s shaping up to be just as wild! I’ll be teasing everything from world-class ballet to epic markets and maybe, just maybe, Australia’s weirdest competitive beach events you won’t want to miss. Tune in to discover...