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2026 planning updates

Key planning changes

North Sydney

Blues Point sold out; Lower Bradfield remains on sale

North Sydney Council now marks Blues Point sold out. Lower Bradfield Park remains linked for purchase at A$65, while Upper Bradfield Park and Mary Booth Reserve, Lavender Bay and Cremorne Point remain free managed alternatives.

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Cruise price change

Journey Beyond advertised an October early-bird offer

Checked 27 October: the operator advertised A$1,755 with code EARLYBIRD10 and an October 31 deadline. Confirm the current price and deadline; the 18+ dinner cruise boards at King Street Wharf 2.

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Free viewing

Darling Harbour access rules are published

The precinct says managed access starts at 1pm; the City's listing gives 10am site hours without a clear event year. Check both sources. Cockle Bay is free, subject to capacity.

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Source checks are dated in the linked details; this is not live inventory. Capacity, access and prices can change. Check the linked official or operator source before paying or travelling.