What'sONBONDI DECEMBER
After a year like no other, we could all use another reason to smile – and a photo with Santa is the perfect opportunity. While things will be a little different in our Santa photography sessions this year, our team will be working hard to make sure the moment is as magical as ever.
The 50m saltwater pool is a popular spot for sunbathers and for walkers on the Bondi to Coogee walk. The Bondi Icebergs have been a landmark of Bondi for 100 years, and if you want to become a member of the oldest winter swimming club in Australia, you must swim three Sundays a month for a period of five years. WHERE: 1 NOTTS AVE, BONDI BEACH
www.icebergs.com.au
Bondi Markets
Photos: Westfield
Your wellbeing is our priority, so physical distancing will be practised during your visit. This means that families will have their own seat next to Santa’s throne. We encourage you to bring festive props or a favourite toy to create a unique and interactive Christmas memory. All children who visit Santa will also receive a reindeer headband to take home. WHEN: FROM NOV 13 WHERE: LEVEL 6, WESTFIELD, BONDI JUNCTION BOOK ONLINE..WALK-INS LIMITED
BONDI ICEBERGS POOL
CHRISTMAS PET PHOTOGRAPHY
SANTA PHOTOGRAPHY
SANTA AT WEsTFIELD
Pet Photography
We have partnered with DENTALIFE and SUPERCOAT this year to deliver Santa Pet Photography sessions. Don’t forget to collect your complimentary PURINA goodie bag following your Pet Photography session. Your wellbeing is our priority, so physical distancing will be practised during your visit. This means that you'll be seated next to Santa and holding your pet during your session.
Appreciating music with others is a great way to stay connected. Join us from the comfort of your home via Zoom for our monthly music appreciation classes.
The group is led by our qualified musicologist. The theme for this class will be Festive Music to celebrate the spirit of the season. Before the class, you will be sent a list of online videos to watch if you would like to do so. These will also be screened during the class. The videos feature Christmas songs and Hanukkah songs. Feel free to wear a Christmas inspired outfit or accessory if you feel like it. WHEN: DEC 17 10.30-11.30AM WHERE: WAVERLEY LIBRARY ONLINE
Bondi Beach SEA ART WALL
The Bondi Beach Sea Wall has been in operation since the late 1970's and has featured a mix of street and contemporary art with strong social and political messages throughout the decades. Over the years, the Bondi Beach Sea Wall has hosted the work of some of the best know street artists across the globe. Featured art works have ranged from collages, stencils, pop art, textworks, love notes and memorial portraits. WHERE: BONDI BEACH PROMENADE
BONDI’S OCEAN POOLS BONDI BEACH ART SEA WALL
The full stretch takes you by Waverley Cemetery. You can swim and snorkel at Gordons Bay, and you’ll pass several ocean pools and local swimming spots; Bronte Pool and Coogee’s rock pools. WHERE: BONDI BEACH TO COOGEE
BONDI TO COOGEE COASTAL WALK
BONDI BEACH MARKETS
MUSIC APPRECIATION CLASS: Festive music
This 6km walking track on the eastern suburbs coastline, dips in and out of Sydney's most popular beaches.
BONDI PAVILION
The Bondi Pavilion hosts many activities in the centre throughout the year, including theatre productions, events, festivals, art exhibitions, regular classes to attend, pottery classes, workshops, screenings and more. WHERE: BONDI PAVILION, BONDI BEACH BONDI PAVILION IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR CONSERVATION AND RESTORATION WORKS.
Most pets are welcome, including dogs, cats, rabbits and other small animals. WHEN: FROM DEC 5 WHERE: LEVEL 6, WESTFIELD, BONDI JUNCTION BOOK ONLINE..WALK-INS LIMITED
Bondi To Coogee COASTAL WALK
Established in 1993, Bondi Market stalls are filled with clothing from up-and-coming designers, handmade jewellery, exotic imports, retro-chic furniture, vinyl records, one-off vintage pieces, homewares, art and so much more. Bondi Markets are a treasure trove of unique pieces. WHEN: EVERY SUNDAY UNTIL DEC 20 10AM-4PM WHERE: BONDI BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOL, BONDI BEACH
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Ocean pools came into fashion as part of the trend towards swimming as a competitive sport. Recreational and competitive swimmers needed a place to do laps, safe from strong waves and the risk of shark attacks.
There’s the Wally Weekes Pool at the northern end of Bondi beach, which has the kiddie paddling pool Mermaid Baths next to it. Then on the south side, there’s Bondi Baths and, who could forget, Bondi Icebergs. WHERE: BONDI BEACH
Gould Street's BOUTIQUES
You'll find luxury labels, organic cosmetics, locally made activewear, playful jewellery and ethically made denim, all in this backstreet parallel to Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach. WHERE: GOULD ST, BONDI BEACH
