ISCEV Annual Symposium

About Sydney

Sydney is the capital city of the state of New South Wales, and is the most populous city in Australia. Located on Australia's east coast, the metropolis surrounds Sydney Harbour and extends about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from the Pacific Ocean in the east to the Blue Mountains in the west, and about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the Hawkesbury River in the north and north-west, to the Royal National Park and Macarthur in the south and south-west. Greater Sydney consists of 658 suburbs, spread across 33 local government areas. Residents of the city are colloquially known as "Sydneysiders". The estimated population in June 2025 was 5,638,830, which is about 66% of the state's population. The city's nicknames include the Emerald City and the Harbour City.

Getting There

• Sydney is served by Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith), one of Australia's busiest international hubs, making it easily accessible for attendees flying from across the country and around the world. From the airport, you can reach the city center via train, bus, or taxi in approximately 20-30 minutes depending on traffic and your destination. Once in Sydney, the city's public transport network includes trains, buses, and light rail services that connect major areas efficiently. Taxis and rideshare services like Uber are widely available throughout the city for convenient point-to-point travel. For those arriving by car, standard parking options are available in central Sydney, though public transport is often the most efficient choice during peak times.