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The Parliament of New South Wales is the law-making body for the State of New South Wales and is Australia’s first and oldest Parliament. It consists of two democratically elected Houses, the Legislative Assembly (also known as the Lower House) and the Legislative Council (also known as the Upper House). There are 135 elected Members of Parliament in NSW and it is the responsibility of the Parliam

ent to hold these members to account. To find out more about how Parliament works, visit our website – www.parliament.nsw.gov.au. There are many ways in which members of the community can engage with the Parliament, and the aim of this page is to provide information about activities such as school programs and tours, public tours, art exhibitions, special events at the Parliament, visiting the precinct, viewing Question Time and much more. This page will be regularly updated with information about upcoming activities at the Parliament, as well as useful resources about the Parliament and its role in the governance of NSW. The Parliament welcomes comments from our audiences provided they are relevant, respectful and appropriate. Comments that are abusive, obscene, defamatory, harassing, discriminatory, incite violence or crime, infringe copyright, advertise commercial products or are otherwise inappropriate will not be allowed.

Portrait photographer Julian Kingma has partnered with Go Gentle Australia for his new project 'Power of Choice', now on...
03/06/2026

Portrait photographer Julian Kingma has partnered with Go Gentle Australia for his new project 'Power of Choice', now on display in the Fountain Court at Parliament of NSW 🖼️

Documenting the people who choose voluntary assisted dying, along with the families and health professionals who help them on their final journey, the portraits and photo essays capture stories of hope, struggle, courage and acceptance.

Visit the exhibition from 9am to 5pm every weekday until 25 June 2026.

Go Gentle Australia

29/05/2026

Smoke rising, flavours igniting - last night NSW Parliament House came alive after dark for Vivid Sydney ✨

In a sold out experience, guests stepped into a native feast born of fire, sea and land, journeying through Parliament’s historic spaces where art, storytelling and food came together.

🔥 Our Fountain Court erupted in smoke after Archibald-winning Dhungatti artist Blak Douglas introduced his exhibition 'Home Flown' on our Reconciliation Wall.

🍽️ Guests dined on a native-inspired menu while Clarence Slockee shared learnings on First Nations ingredients, the experience blending fine dining with contemporary Indigenous knowledge.

🎵 Highlights of the evening were impromptu performances by Clarence Slockee and Blak Douglas, bringing Country, culture and creativity to life in unexpected and deeply moving moments.

🪃 The night closed with a theatrical flourish and a surprise - one guest took home a hand-crafted boomerang by Blak Douglas, a powerful reminder of connection through art.

This was more than dining — it was a shared story. One that honoured NSW Parliament’s past while reimagining its future through food, culture and collaboration.

Subscribe to our Catering newsletter to stay tuned for more dining events: https://bit.ly/3PUMO2i

Today marks the start of National Reconciliation Week 2026.This year’s Reconciliation Australia theme 'All In' is a call...
27/05/2026

Today marks the start of National Reconciliation Week 2026.

This year’s Reconciliation Australia theme 'All In' is a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every day, not from the sidelines, but through action.

At the Parliament of NSW, the representatives of the people of New South Wales gather from various Aboriginal lands across the State. During this week, we reflect on how the decisions made within these walls can help foster a spirit of reconciliation and respect.

“Reconciliation is about coming together, listening to each other’s stories, understanding our shared history and building stronger connections across communities.” — Joe Stewart, Senior Manager, Aboriginal Engagement

As part of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation, learn more about Parliament's Acknowledgement of Country sculpture: https://bit.ly/3Q3ZLaa

Missed our recent Parliament Unpacked session with Antony Green? You can now catch the full recording 👇With over 30 year...
26/05/2026

Missed our recent Parliament Unpacked session with Antony Green? You can now catch the full recording 👇

With over 30 years of experience and more than 90 elections analysed as the ABC’s Chief Elections Analyst, Antony Green provided valuable insights into the forces shaping electoral outcomes in New South Wales.

The session explored how voting patterns are interpreted, the key seats and trends likely to influence the 2027 NSW election, and the growing impact of independents and minor parties across metropolitan, suburban and regional communities.

🎥 Watch the full recording on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4wFXvGC

Did you know there’s a hidden café inside NSW Parliament House, open to the public? ☕✨Whether you're after a quick coffe...
24/05/2026

Did you know there’s a hidden café inside NSW Parliament House, open to the public? ☕✨

Whether you're after a quick coffee or an easy lunch in the CBD, he Long Bell Café offers a range of delicious dishes made using ingredients from local NSW producers — with many of our cakes crafted in-house by Chef Mike. 🍰 (plus a gift shop featuring local NSW artisan products!)

Open weekdays, 9:30am–4:00pm (until 8:00pm on sitting nights).

Save this for your next city visit 📍

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4tGBYuF

22/05/2026

For the next 3 weeks, sunset hits different at NSW Parliament House 🌇✨

Inspired by the colours of sunset, watch gentle waves of golden yellow, orange and deep red come to life as the city moves from day to night for Vivid Sydney 2026.

📍 Experience our lighting installation from sunset each night from 22 May to 13 June

21/05/2026

🏫 From the classroom to Parliament 🏛️

We’re bringing interactive civics and citizenship learning directly into classrooms across regional NSW.

This week as part of our regional outreach program our Parliamentary Education team visited 7 schools across the Upper Hunter. This included Year 5 & 6 students from Muswellbrook Public School and Scone Public School Official Site who:
⚖️ Explored how government works
👩‍⚖️ Took on the role of MPs to debate and pass a bill
🗣️ Reviewed and voted on amendments like the Legislative Council

Students at Muswellbrook South were joined by the Hon. Ben Franklin MLC, President of the Legislative Council.

This immersive approach helps make democracy engaging, accessible and relevant, wherever students live.

💡 Discover our Education team's resources for teachers and students: https://bit.ly/4dDaSi2

Strangers' Restaurant at NSW Parliament is thrilled to be named a finalist in the 2026 NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards!...
18/05/2026

Strangers' Restaurant at NSW Parliament is thrilled to be named a finalist in the 2026 NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards! 🍷🍇

Our Parliamentary Catering team is proud to be recognised alongside the best in NSW for showcasing the diversity and quality of local wines. Winners will be announced by NSW Wine on 2 June 2026 at NSW Parliament House!✨

Book in at Strangers' Restaurant to experience the team's curated wine lists yourself: https://bit.ly/4tCMoLN

14/05/2026

Art, story and fire - for one night only 🔥

NSW Parliament House comes alive after dark for Vivid Sydney, hosting a bold dining experience weaving together theatre, Indigenous art and native cuisine inspired by sea and land.

Archibald-winning artist Blak Douglas will introduce you to his exhibition 'Home Flown', you'll discover rare items from our historic collection and dine on a native-inspired menu, with insights from Clarence Slockee on Indigenous ingredients and culture.

🗓️ Thursday 28 May
📍 NSW Parliament House
⏰ 6–9pm

🎟️ Limited tickets available: https://bit.ly/3R2dDSE

Step into history with Ode to Freedom — a striking exhibition by Greek Australian artist Angela Kiki Konstantinopoulou, ...
11/05/2026

Step into history with Ode to Freedom — a striking exhibition by Greek Australian artist Angela Kiki Konstantinopoulou, marking 200 years since the Exodus of Mesolonghi.

This powerful collection brings together portraits of heroes of the Greek War of Independence, including a standout tribute to Lord Byron, alongside works honouring the first Greeks in Australia.

Blending bold colour with deep storytelling, the exhibition celebrates shared values of courage, democracy and resilience that connect Greece and New South Wales.

🆓 Free entry | Weekdays 9am–5pm
📍 Fountain Court, NSW Parliament House | 5–28 May 2026

Presented under the auspices of the Consulate General of Greece, Sydney

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