Steph Kenealy is originally from Melbourne and moved to NYC in 2022 to help establish Schmidt Sciences. There, she supports ideas, people, and techniques across the disciplines of science and technology to catalyze results for society. What did you do in Aus/NZ? And, why did you move to NYC? My work brought me to NYC in early 2022. It was actually my first time in the United States. Back home, in Melbourne, I worked with an incredible team at a very large private trust. There, I built out and managed a portfolio of grants and impact investments. Years later I was connected with someone at Sch ..read more

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer gravity of moving tens of thousands of kilometers away from home and wished you had like-minded people to chat with about all those ups and downs? You’re not alone. The Emotional Transitions of Living in New York is one of AWNY’s signature events, and we’re thrilled to offer it in person again this year. Hosted in a beautiful private residence in Chelsea, we’ll welcome our expert Susie Lang to lead the session and offer her advice in navigating the challenges and triumphs of such a big move and life in one of the greatest cities in the world. In a ..read more

Join The American Australian Association, located above the New York skyline right by Grand Central, on Saturday, April 20th, for an exclusive collaboration featuring members of two prestigious Australian arts companies, the Sydney Dance Company and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. Experience intimate performances by these acclaimed artists against the backdrop of the New York skyline from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., with the program beginning at 10 a.m. This unique event offers the opportunity to witness the exceptional talents of dancers from the Sydney Dance Company and musicians from the Austr ..read more

Even though we’re living abroad and may not receive the day off for ANZAC Day, New York still has some wonderful opportunities to come together with fellow Aussies and Kiwis and take a moment to commemorate this very important day. The Australian & New Zealand Consulates-General in New York will host commemorative events together on April 25th. This year’s ANZAC Day Dawn Service will be held at Pier 86 at the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, located at W 46th & 12th Ave in New York. This event, featuring the Cadets of West Point—The U.S. Military Academy, will take place on Thursda ..read more

Join us on Saturday, April 27th, for this special AWNY event. You’re invited to a Classical Soirée: Aristea Mellos & Daniel Pesca in Concert! Saturday, April 27th 5:00 -7:00 PM Private Brownstone Residence, UWS, Manhattan (address provided to attendees before the event) $25 includes the private concert, drinks, and bites *All are welcome at this event. SECURE YOUR SPOT Aristea Mellos is an acclaimed Australian composer and musician. With her award-winning classical album lauded as “unnerving and awe-inspiring” by Limelight Magazine, Aristea’s compositions have gra ..read more

I get it, New York can sometimes break your heart, or leave you feeling a little homesick for Australia. If you need a reminder of when you used to love the city more, I’ve compiled a list of fantastic books that will wrap you up in a big, juicy NYC hug. Photo by Andrew Beeston Insomniac City: New York, Oliver Sacks and Me by Bill Hayes This enchanting book is Hayes’s love letter to Oliver Sacks and New York City (and my favorite book to gift). Hayes is a sensitive observer who finds tenderness and human connection everywhere. Insomniac City is an easy read filled with vignettes of his experie ..read more

After withstanding a New York winter, we think everyone deserves to bask in the beauty of the new season’s fresh cherry blossoms! There are so many parks to choose from, so AWNY has listed them out for you by borough so you can enjoy the new blossoms around New York. Do You Know the Historical Symbolism of Cherry Blossoms? Source: Metaxas Media In Japan, the cherry blossom season is called ‘Sakura,’ which symbolizes life and death. As springtime represents new life, it is seen that the cherry blossom brings a sense of vitality and vibrance. However, as it is only for a short time (cherry bloss ..read more

Lucy Foster is the Gallery Manager of D’Lan Contemporary. Originally a Senior Specialist in Fine Art at an auction house in Melbourne, Lucy moved to NYC for the job of her dreams. How did you land your job in NYC? Before moving to New York I was a Specialist at an auction house in Melbourne and it was through there that I met the team at D’Lan Contemporary. It has always been a goal to progress my career in New York City, so when the job came up I applied without hesitation. D’Lan Contemporary is the only gallery in New York that exclusively shows Australian Indigenous Art—Something I’m incre ..read more

Around this time every year we’re hit with a bunch of new shows on Broadway aiming to find an audience and become contenders for the Tony Awards. This year’s crop is predominantly made up of revivals like The Wiz and Cabaret and stage adaptations of some well-known stories such as The Notebook and The Great Gatsby. Despite not having many original shows, a couple of new ones have made it to Broadway after a successful pre-Broadway tryout. One in particular we are excited about is Alicia Keys’s Hell’s Kitchen. Read on to explore what’s new on Broadway this year! Water for Elephants: A stage ..read more

In Australia, you don’t have to look far to find hot cross buns at Easter, or at any time of the year if we’re honest. But as an expat you might wonder where to find hot cross buns in New York. We’ve worked hard to update this guide for 2024, so let’s hop to it! In the lead up to Easter Sunday (Sunday, March 31st), you’ll be stoked to learn several bakeries in New York–and further afield–are offering delicious hot cross buns (also known as “Easter buns”). Our handy AWNY guide to find hot cross buns in New York has all the details for you. It’s broken down by borough as well as online and chain ..read more