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Have your say: proposed changes to outdoor dining

Sydney’s outdoor dining scene is set for another big leap forward. Tell us what you think.

Opportunity closes

12 Mar 2026

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National Photography Prize

Australia’s longest-running acquisitive photographic award, presented by MAMA (Murray Art Museum Albury).

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Opportunity closes

20 Feb 2026

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Showcase your classic car at SPINOUT Rock and Roll Festival

Bring your pride and joy to Camden’s massive retro weekend

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Opportunity closes

06 Feb 2026

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Regional Touring EOI for musicians

Seeking a diverse range of outstanding musicians for a regional touring program across NSW in 2027.

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Opportunity closes

01 Mar 2026

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Permit/Plug/Play Program for Councils

Funding of up to $500,000 to reduce the cost and complexity of delivering street-based activations.

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Opportunity closes

30 Jan 2026

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SPINOUT Rock and Roll Festival – sponsorship packages available

Turn up the volume on your brand and make history with us!

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Opportunity closes

06 Feb 2026

Statistics

NSW's 24-hour economy in numbers

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.

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$1.3bn

in-person night-time spend in March 2025

Source: Westpac DataX spend data

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118,080

non-core night-time economy businesses

Source: Australian Business Register

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52,089

core night-time economy businesses

Source: Australian Business Register

31,327

food and drink businesses

Source: Australian Business Register

20,762

entertainment businesses

Source: Australian Business Register

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2,301

pubs, taverns and bars

Source: Australian Business Register

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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