Chris Singh

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Editor at SydneyTravelGuide.com

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Plans revealed for "futuristic" new Western Sydney metro stations

1 week ago | sydneytravelguide.com.au | Chris Singh

Transport for NSW has revealed designs for several new Western Sydney metro stations. The next big phase for the Sydney Metro project will be connecting the city with the new Western Sydney Airport. A new city, Bradfield, will be part of the new Western Sydney Metro network. READ MORE: These are all the new things coming to Sydney this year.
"15 shooting stars per hour": How to see the Lyrid Meteor Shower in Sydney

1 week ago | sydneytravelguide.com.au | Chris Singh

The annual Lyrid Meteor Shower will peak in the days after the Easter Long Weekend. Around 15 shooting stars will be visible per hours as the historic meteor shower carves the night sky. Some of Sydney’s best stargazing spots are expected to attract plenty of activity on Tuesday and Wednesday. READ MORE: Here’s where to play pickleball in Sydney.
Anzac Day trading hours: What's open in Sydney on April 25?

1 week ago | sydneytravelguide.com.au | Chris Singh

ANZAC Day trading restrictions have changed in 2025. Last year, the Retail Trading Amendment (ANZAC Day Trading Hours) was included so that “non-exempt” retail shops that were traditionally allowed to trade from 1pm will need to remain closed for the full day. Traditionally, the Retail Trading Act dictated to businesses were generally restricted from opening before 1pm. This was to encourage more Australians to participate in the ANZAC Day Dawn Service and pay their respects on the day.
Sydney Opera Host to host sing-a-long showtunes version of 'Rent'

1 week ago | sydneytravelguide.com.au | Chris Singh

Tony Award-winning musical Rent is arriving at Sydney Opera House for a short season. For one-night-only, the Joan Sutherland Theatre will host a sing-a-long version of the famous production. The same director for the new Australian Guys & Dolls production will handle this iteration of the long-running show. READ MORE: Is Guys & Dolls worth seeing at Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour?
Gnocchi with potato gelato? Pork pie with ketchup sorbet? Welcome to Messina's new restaurant

1 week ago | sydneytravelguide.com.au | Chris Singh

Gelato Messina is aiming for the savoury side of things with restaurant and wine bar Erin. Erin is now part of Messina HQ in Marrickville. Interesting offerings include gnocchi with roast potato gelato and a Negroni with pepperoni-washed Campari. READ MORE: Are these the best hot cross buns in Sydney?
$500 for a Lady Gaga ticket? Dynamic pricing explained

1 week ago | sydneytravelguide.com.au | Chris Singh

The news we all knew was coming finally reared its Poker Face last week when Live Nation revealed an Australian tour for pop iconoclast Lady Gaga. Cue fans screaming, parents prepared to spend a fortune on tickets for their kids, and Gaga’s “Down Under Monsters” already planning for the inevitable digital race for Lady Gaga tickets. Anyone who wants a ticket may want to start saving now, as well. Prices have been revealed for Lady Gaga’s 2025 Australian tour.
The Best Restaurants and Bars in New Orleans

1 week ago | luxuryescapes.com | Chris Singh

New Orleans plays by its own rules, and constantly breaks them all the same. Thanks to a unique blend of Creole and Cajun culinary influences, the city’s home to food and drink that you simply won’t find anywhere else. New Orleans has a history of culinary excellence and rebellious creativity that stretches back centuries.
Where to play 2 Up in Sydney: Best pubs for ANZAC Day 2025

1 week ago | sydneytravelguide.com.au | Chris Singh

There is no other day of the year like Anzac Day, where you’ll find Australia’s best pubs so full of life and community as everyone sets out to pay their respects with the time-honoured tradition of two-up (2 up). In Sydney, 2 Up is only legally allowed on Anzac Day as well as during commemorative functions in the 7 days leading up to it. The only exception in Australia is up in Broken Hill, where 2 Up is allowed year-round thanks for a special license. So the scarcity certainly adds to the appeal.
Set Jetting: The blockbuster appeal of Oahu's Kualoa Ranch

1 week ago | theaureview.com | Chris Singh

I’ve traced Oahu to the island’s bucolic north-east and find myself in the heart of a 4,000-acre private nature reserve. Kualoa Ranch has been a filming location for more than 250 movies and TV shows, so even those who’ve never been before have some level of familiarity with the blockbuster landscape. Jurassic Park, LOST, Hawaii Five-0, King Kong, Jumanji, 50 First Dates. That’s not all.
From New York to San Antonio

1 week ago | theaureview.com | Chris Singh

Each year, James Beard hands me some fresh FOMO on a silver platter. The USA’s most prestigious culinary institution works similar to Michelin but is generally broader in criteria. In the past, I’ve been much more satisfied with something that’s been James Beard-approved rather than just Michelin-approved. Now, that’s not to say Michelin isn’t reliable, but I’ve found James Beard to be a stronger indicator of quality when I’m dining around the USA.