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SYDNEY
WHERE TO BEGIN
GUIDE & MAP Getting Around
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Features Sydney Harbour Adventure – Surfing – Skydiving – Hot Air Ballooning – Flyboarding Top End Whitsunday Islands Queenstown, New Zealand Eyre Peninsula
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Most must-do attractions are located in the city centre - or around the world-class harbour. Australia’s two most identified icons are at Circular Quay; Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. From the Quay you can also catch a ferry to Manly, Taronga Zoo or Luna Park. Between the Quay and the Bridge is the Rocks Precinct, Sydney’s oldest European settlement. The Rocks Discovery Museum is a good place to learn more about this area. Nearby Sydney Harbour YHA offers an excellent archaeological dig and the Australian Hotel some excellent local refreshments. Darling Harbour, much younger than the Rocks, is
an entertainment and retail quarter. Here you will find Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney Aquarium, Madame Tussauds, WILDlife Sydney Zoo and Sydney Tower EYE + Skywalk. Harbourside has an excellent range of cafes, bars, restaurants and retail shops. South of Darling Harbour is Chinatown, but just before that is the excellent ‘Ming Dynasty styled’ Chinese Garden of Friendship. Chinatown has excellent dining and shopping options including Paddy’s Markets – open Wednesday to Sunday. For more information regarding attractions, markets and museums in Sydney, go to p44-45 of this guide.
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FINDING YOUR WAY
Sydney City North The Rocks and Circular Quay are the ‘colonial historic’ heart of Sydney and are great places to start exploring. Drop into the Customs House to kick off your day. You’ll also find the international icons of Sydney; the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
famous beach is just a 30 minute bus ride from the city centre. Alternatively you can catch a train to Bondi Junction, but remember you are still quite a walk to the beach. Kings Cross, Surry Hills, and Darlinghurst are all great stopping off points and are also some of the best places for going out.
Sydney’s South
Sydney’s Northern Beaches Palm Beach (is Summer Bay of Home & Away fame) is at the very top, but you will pass more than a dozen others on the way, so stop by and see a few. Sydney’s northern beaches are truly world-class, try Dee Why, Mona Vale or Avalon. Or, like so many of Sydney’s own, move there!
Historically Redfern and Eveleigh have a troubled reputation but times are changing and arts, culture, and local festivities are bringing this bygone area to life. There is also some excellent outlet (discount) shopping further south at Green Square and Alexandria. Sydney’s Southern Beaches From renowned surfing and surfer beach Maroubra to the most southerly beach in Sydney accessible by train, Cronulla, Sydney’s southern beaches are where you are more likely to meet locals than tourists.
Sydney’s Northside
Sydney City South Darling Harbour is now an entertainment and event mecca for Sydneysider’s and tourists alike. While further south, the Chinese Garden of Friendship leads you into the Chinese district or “Chinatown” with another of Sydney’s icons at its heart – Paddy’s Markets; a great place to shop. Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs Sydney is synonymous with Bondi Beach and that’s hardly surprising as you’ll find this 6 THE WORD Australia Sydney Guide & Map
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Easily accessible by ferry or bus, Manly Beach is just 30 mins from the city centre. Famous for its surf school and surf gear shopping. Come to Manly for a great day out and you might find it hard to leave. Also over here is Kirribilli and Kirribilli House – the official Sydney residence of the Australian Prime Minister. Sydney’s Inner West The Inner West’s most famous suburbs are Glebe and Balmain, known for their bohemian lifestyle, markets, and arts. But two more are fast catching up; Leichhardt with its strong Italian feel and Rozelle with its cool local vibe, an excellent indigenous art gallery and community markets on Saturday and Sunday.
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TRANSPORT MAPS
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The Free Sydney CBD Shuttle service operates from Central Station to Circular
There are numerous lines into the City and the main train stations are Central, Town Hall and Wynyard. Use the train map opposite to see which line you need. Sydney Trains runs regular services to Newcastle, Woollongong and Katoomba (Blue Mountains), these are also on the Sydney network and are priced accordingly. Train info: 131 500. Taxis Taxis in Sydney operate 24 hours a day and are very efficient. Use cash to save money on credit card fees. Premier Cabs: 13 10 17. issuu.com/sydneyguideandmap 9
WHAT’S ON 7-8 March Sydney Harbour Regatta
The Sydney Harbour Regatta is an iconic landmark sailing event for Sydney, with over 300 yachts and 2,500 crew members competing inshore and offshore. See more at: shr.mhyc.com.au
7-15 March Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Every Sunday at 7:30PM Eveleigh Comedy
A weekly stand-up comedy night in the back-room of Redfern’s Eveleigh. The hotel is a short walk from both Central and Redfern train stations. Each week six great comics perform with Daniel Muggleton hosting. Location: 158 Abercrombie Street, Redfern.
to 12 March Seeking Humanity
Seeking Humanity is a ground breaking exhibition which bring the public face to face with Australia’s asylum seekers and refugees. See more at: whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
28 Feb - 15 March Variety Cycle
The inaugural Variety Cycle departs Sydney on the 22 March aiming for Uluru via Canberra, Melbourne and Adelaide. Over 26 days and almost 4,000 kilometres, cyclists will ride through some of Australia’s most iconic land and cityscapes including Sydney, Canberra, The Great Ocean Road and the ‘Red Centre’. See more at: varietycycle.com.au
Considered to be one of the best hot air ballooning events in the world. Held over nine days. For balloon flight bookings call 02 6285 1540 See more at: canberraballoons.com.au
Until 30 April
Sydney’s Premier Outdoor Aquatics Leisure Centre. Enjoy a swim, enrol in a Learn to Swim Program, have a coffee at our cafe, relax in a Yoga class, have a massage or enjoy many other activities all in a stunning harbour-side setting. Andrew Boy Charlton Pool @ 1C Mrs Macquarie’s Rd, Sydney
01 March - 31 March
until 21 March - each weekend Twilight at Taronga Zoo
The concert stage is set to sizzle with the hottest line-up of shows ever seen! A Wild Night Out! See more at: twilightattaronga.org.au
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Aida Sydney
Come down to the water’s edge and enjoy Aida. This beautiful opera puts the intimate affairs of the heart against the grandeur of the universe: where kingdoms rise and fall and the sands of time grinds onward. See more at: opera.org.au/whatson/ events/aida-sydney
Swimming at Andrew Boy Charlton Pool
Living in Harmony Festival
Discover and experience Sydney‚ rich cultural diversity at the annual Living In Harmony Festival. See more at: whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
27 March - 26 April
29-31 May ART at the TOP Workshop
“THE TOPS” Conference Centre An exciting new Art Experience in 2015 that offers interactive workshops and demonstrations to all levels of aspiring artists. See more at: whatsonsydney.com
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WHAT’S ON
SYDNEY HARBOUR
much more. You can choose 5 options from our list of participating attractions and experiences in and around Sydney. 5 Attractions valid for single entry Choices include: Taronga Zoo, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Tower and Sydney Opera House. Valid for 3 months from purchase, so perfect if you are sticking around for a while. Save up to 50% on admission fees with an adult pack To book: www.bit.ly/KhAQZq
21 March, 11 April Salsa Comedy Cruise
Time to spice things up a little? Then join a salsa and comedy cruise! Get your heart pumping with a hot salsa floor show, tickle that funny bone with a top class comedy show and enjoy a great 3 course meal. All aboard a 3.5 hour cruise around the stunning Sydney Harbour.
What your Salsa Comedy Cruise includes
Salsa Floor Show‚ Comedy Show, Live Party DJ‚ 3 Course Meal ¢3.5 hour cruise around the iconic Sydney Harbour. All for $69 or less (depending on availability), can’t be true To book: www.bit.ly/1ho7QM3
BY CHRIS HARRISON This world class harbour immerses visitors in the scenery, culture and personality of Sydney. It features Aboriginal heritage, lively land and sea environments and journeys into Australia’s convict history. Just outside Sydney Heads lies a coastline full of world famous beaches like Bondi and Manly.
Parramatta Park. At its centre is Sydney Harbour National Park. Access the central and western parts is best made by boat; regular ferry services operate in Port Jackson from Circular Quay across to Manly and west along the Parramatta River. The northern and southern parts are best accessed by guided tour or car.
What’s included: Sydney Harbour stretches south to the Royal National Park, north to Barrenjoey Headland, northwest to Kuringai Chase National Park and west to
Sydney 5 in 1 Attractions Flexi-Pass
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Things to do: • Stroll along the harbour foreshore and explore the Royal Botanic Gardens. • Visit Sydney’s best attractions including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Madame Tussauds, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Sydney Tower Eye+SKYWALK, Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary, merlinattractions.com.au. • Cruise the sparkling waters of Sydney Harbour on a ferry, cruise boat or tall ship. • Kayak the many waterways and inlets to discover enchanting bays and secluded beaches. • Camp overnight on Cockatoo Island and watch the city light up at night. • Discover the rich aboriginal cultural heritage on a guided aboriginal tour. • Take a tour of the military fortifications at Middle Head or Fort Denison. • Spend the night at the historic Quarantine Station (Q Station) at North Head. • Wake to the sounds of elephants trumpeting at Taronga Zoo‚Roar & Snore. • Cool off with a swim in the surf at iconic beaches such as Manly and Bondi. • Head to Parramatta to stroll the riverside Walk, explore Parramatta Park and visit Old Government House. • Scuba at Gordon’s Bay underwater nature Trail or snorkel with‚ at Clovelly Beach. • See aboriginal rock engravings along the Bronte to Bondi section of the Great Coastal Walk or at Balls Head. • Explore 35 kilometres of cycleways and discover the State heritage-listed Newington Armory precinct at Sydney Olympic Park. issuu.com/sydneyguideandmap 15
ADVENTURE SURFING
BY CHRIS HARRISON Looking for the ultimate rush while you are travelling?, now is the perfect time to do those things you normally wouldn’t do back home. Whether it’s skydiving, hot air ballooning, flyboarding or surfing we has done all the research for you.
tandem skydive only requires 15 - 20 minutes of practical training before you are deemed ready to take to the sky. A qualified instructor is strapped to your back and all you have to worry about is enjoying the ride!
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speeds of around 200 km/ph. Maximum weight limits apply for skydiving, if you weigh under 95 kilograms and you’ll befine, but if you weigh over 95 kilograms, fitness and wind conditions need to be considered beforehand and you will also have to pay an additional fee. If you weigh over 110 kilograms, you are unlikely to be eligible to skydive. Once the big day arrives, wear sneakers and loose comfy clothing as tight clothes are uncomfortable when the harness is tightened. Also, if you wear prescription glasses, ask if special goggles are available you won’t want to miss anything on your float down to land! Resist the urge to have a big night before your dive.
Do your own research to find the most suitable package including price, convenience and availability of extras like videos and digital photos. You also need to think about the kind of view you want to absorb while floating to the ground. The best advice is to go as high as you can. You’ll get a full minute of free-fall from 14,000 feet and experience
For safety reasons you are not allowed to drink alcohol for eight hours before a skydive. Who to Skydive with? Skydive the Beach 1300 663 634 skydive.com.au Sydney Skydivers 02 9791 9155 sydneyskydivers.com.au
ADVENTURE BALLOONING & FLYBOARDING Hot Air Ballooning So how does a hot air balloon actually fly? First the balloon is inflated with cold and hot air using a burner. Once the balloon is airborne the pilot cannot steer the balloon. Instead wind currents and the height of the balloon determines its direction.
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Ballooning is kind of like sailing, but through the air instead of on water. Ballooning is not always a quiet experience though - the burner can make things rather noisy! Try Hot Air Ballooning with Canberra Balloons 02 6285 1540 canberraballoons.com.au Flyboarding Want to fly AND get wet? Something unique has just flown into Australia and this ‘adventure’ has to be tried to be believed. Think jet-ski power and some wakeboard bindings: think about being launched out of the water on two jets of water and you have control. Fly to Cairns and try this with Flyboard Cairns 0487 921 714 flyboardcairns.com.au issuu.com/sydneyguideandmap 19
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CHEAP EATS Dos Senoritas Mexican Restaurant
19 Falcon Street, Crows Nest “Only authentic Mexican in Sydney”
Churrasco
240 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee “meat, meat & more meat”
Golden Age Bar
80 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills “the golden age of cinema”
Young Henry’s
76 Wilford Street, Newtown “natural brews & snappy IPAs”
URBAN SHOPPING
The Bean Cafe Bar & Bistro
Paddy’s Market
Little Manly Beach Kiosk
Darling Street, Rozelle
612 Darling Street, Rozelle “great brunch spot”
Stuart Street, Manly “quaint and million dollar views”
Beautiful Burgers
5/87-97 Regent Street, Chippendale “best burgers for miles”
Menya Noodle Bar
Shop 2, 1 Market Street, Sydney “best and tastiest noodles”
BEST BARS or PUBS The London Hotel
234 Darling Street, Balmain “140 years young”
The Toxteth Hotel
345 Glebe Point Road, Glebe “British institution”
Bar Century
Lvl 4, 640 George Street, Sydney “no Miley Cyrus on the jukebox”
East Sydney Hotel,
Crown Street, Wooloomooloo “Sydney’slast country pub”
off Quay Street, Haymarket “Australia’s original Market” “a locals shopping strip”
The Corso, Manly
“for the surfer in all of us”
Pigeon Ground
102 Salisbury Rd, Camperdown “stocks new and vintage fashion”
King Street, Newtown
“eclectic and student grunge”
Apres Coast
350 George St Sydney “your CBD UGG store”
COASTAL WALKS South Headland
“lighthouses & secluded beaches”
Bondi Beach – Coogee Beach
“Sydney’s picturesque walk”
Spit Bridge – Manly Beach “11km easy to moderate”
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WELCOME TO AUSTRALIA’S OUTBACK - THE NORTHERN TERRITORY
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Backpacking in the Northern Territory is a definite must for anyone travelling Australia – The ‘NT’ is arguably the most beautiful and impressive part of the country. Known fondly as ‘The Outback’, this is the real Australia, with dramatic landscapes unlike anywhere else on earth and experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime. This part of Australia consists of two amazing but very different regions – the desert landscapes of the ‘Red Centre’ & the Tropical ‘Top End’.
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ENDLESS SUMMER IN AUSTRALIA’S NORTH The ‘Top End’ of the Northern Territory collectively refers to its three northern tropical regions: Darwin, the capital city; World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park and the surrounding Arnhem Land, and the Katherine region further south. The starting point for any Top End adventure is the booming coastal city of Darwin, a frontier town on the gateway to South East Asia that is casting off its small town shackles as it undergoes an investment boom. From Darwin you can travel onward to explore the natural wonders of the Top End. Jump into tropical waterholes in Litchfield, canoe down Katherine Gorge, go croc spotting in the wilds of Kakadu National Park, visit the amazing sea turtle breeding ground on Bare Sand Island and learn about Indigenous culture in the Tiwi Islands. Then finish it all with a cold drink in the thriving nightlife hotspot of Mitchell Street in Darwin - the Top End is ready to welcome you on your next adventure!
“There’s a certain kind of magic that exists here, that I can’t quite put into words” – Graham Freeman, Best Job in the World Runner Up, USA
Darwin, the Northern Territory’s tropical capital city, is modern, youthful and multicultural. Thanks to the warm climate, an outdoor lifestyle is enjoyed all year round at open-air cinemas, beachside markets, festivals and in the thriving nightlife. Nature, culture and adventure are all on Darwin’s doorstep, from the waterholes of Litchfield to the colourful Tiwi Islands and the wildlife-rich Mary River floodplains.
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• Taste delicious market food at the Mindil Beach Sunset or Parap Markets • Take in a famous Darwin sunset on a harbour cruise • Test your nerve swimming with Crocodiles in the ‘Cage of Death’ at Crocosuarus Cove • Party the night away in one of the many bars on Mitchell Street • Catch a film under the stars at the open-air Deckchair Cinema during the dry season • Join a guided fishing tour to catch a famous barramundi • Jump into the waterholes across the beautiful Litchfield National Park
About three hours’ drive from Darwin you can find two iconic natural wonders of Australia. To the East you will find Kakadu National Park, or to the south you will find Nilmiluk National Park, home of Katherine Gorge. Across the region you will see breathtaking landscapes, ancient Aboriginal rock art sites, tropical swimming holes, and a huge array of wildlife including the infamous salt water Crocodile.
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• Spot crocs in their natural habitat on the famous ‘Yellow Water’ cruise • View ancient rock art in Ubirr and Nourlangie, Kakadu’s best Aboriginal rock art sites • Swim under amazing waterfalls in some of the hidden spots all around Kakadu & Katherine • Walk the 66km Jatbula Trail from Katherine Gorge to Edith Falls over 5 days • Soak in the sandy-bottomed Mataranka Thermal Pools just outside Katherine • Paddle a canoe down the breathtaking Katherine Gorge • Immerse yourself in the indigenous culture of the region
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Cool off with a swim in nature’s plunge pool below Florence Falls or wade through the rocky pools at Buley Rockhole.
Find adventure at every turn on a journey through Kakadu and Nitmiluk National Parks. Start your journey in Darwin and take the Arnhem Highway to reach stunning, World Heritagelisted Kakadu. Cruise the park’s waterways, spotting crocs and marvelling at ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries. Then drive onward to Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) and explore its staggering network of gorges, carved through ISLAND ancient sandstone. Head back to Darwin via Leliyn (Edith Falls) and Litchfield for a refreshing swim in the waterholes.
DAY 5 - LITCHFIELD TO DARWIN
Head back to Darwin via the Territory Wildlife Park. Wander through treetop aviaries, around a natural lagoon and discover the diverse wildlife of the Top End. Cap it all off with a cold beer back in Darwin as you reminisce on a great tropical adventure. Murganella
You can access plenty on COBOURG sealed roads, or get adventurous MARINE PARK with a 4WD. But if you don’t want to drive, don’t stress – there are stacks of tours available!
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Head out on the three hour drive along the Arnhem Highway to the unspoiled beauty of Kakadu National Park. Stop in at Adelaide River on your way through and join a ‘Jumping Crocodile Cruise’ to see huge saltwater crocs jump out of the river!
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Kakadu is a World Heritage listed site and Australia’s largest national park, explore and cruise its waterways to see crocs and birdlife, walk through ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries, or join a 4WD tour out to the waterfalls.
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Take a dip in the Katherine hot springs and stop in at Edith Falls before heading onward to Litchfield National Park, renowned for its accessible, unspoiled wilderness of monsoon rainforests and waterfalls that flow year-round.
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Head south along Stuart Highway through to the town of Katherine, a great place to base yourself and explore area. Drive up to Nitmiluk National Park and go canoeing on the gorge & hiking through the park.
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THE OUTBACK
The Northern Territory is the perfect place for a working holiday. With plenty of job opportunities, working in the NT gives you the opportunity to experience a lifestyle that’s very different from the rest of Australia. Work in hospitality, retail, nursing and a stack of other industries is plentiful all across the NT. For the latest work available, check out thejobshack.com.au or head to jobs section of gumtree.com.au
North Headland
“amazing views towards the City”
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Kingpin Bowling
Level 3, Harbourside, Darling Harbour “fun for all ages”
Moonlight Open Air Cinema
The lawns of Centennial Parklands, “Sydney’s favourite outdoor cinema”
Happy Endings Comedy 154 Brougham Street, Kings Cross, “award winning club”
Woollahra Hotel
116 Queen Street, Woollahra “mix of Jazz, Brazilian & Funk”
Civic Underground NIGHTS OUT Griffin Theatre Company
13 Craigend Street, Darlinghurst “a leading new writing theatre”
Basement, 388 Pitt St, City “techno, deep house & electro”
While many restaurants have a BYOW Ethos. You can Bring Your Own wine, try it, you’ll like it!
HEADED TO SOUTH EAST ASIA? DARWIN IS YOUR PERFECT STOPOVER TO DOUBLE YOUR FUN. We have direct flights on from Darwin to:
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Ayers Rock
For more info on travelling the Northern Territory & Red Centre, check out: australiasoutback.com
tourismtopend.com.au Northern Territory – Australia’s Outback @ausoutback #ntaustralia ausoutbacknt australiasoutback Want to know more about the Red Centre? Keep an eye out for our “Uluru, Alice Springs & Red Centre” Booklet
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WESTERN SYDNEY
BYRON BAY
Sport and sporting facilities are BIG in Western Sydney, you can visit the famous Sydney Olympic Park, home of the 2000 Summer Olympics and one of Sydney’s greatest venues for sporting and special events. The Western Sydney International Dragway and Sydney International Regatta Centre are also all based out this way. More tourism orientated is Featherdale Wildlife Park, home of over 2,000 animals. You can cuddle up to a koala and hand-feed kangaroos, emus, and wallabies. Other smaller animals, such as bilbies, are ideal for very small children.
Almost half of Sydney’s 4 million residents actually live “out west.” That’s about 1 in every 11 Australians. No wonder the Wanderers, the new ‘A-League soccer team’ is based out here. Apart from the Wanderers the new Australian Rules franchise for Western Sydney ‘the Giants’.
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Once a major hippy destination and a place to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life in Sydney or Brisbane. Today Byron is a great holiday destination due to its very laid back and cruisy lifestyle. It is a traveller’s dream stop off with beautiful golden beaches and a lovely north coast climate. Spend a few days here when travelling north or fly direct to Ballina or Coast Coast airports and drop in. Byron is blessed with beautiful beaches and Main Beach is where most people go to layout and hang out. Tallows is ideal for the surfers. Wategos is great for the quieter time.
Top 3 Byron Bay Lighthouse Walk up to the lighthouse before sunrise and watch the dawn. This is Australia’s most easterly point and is an enlightening experience. Skydiving Go skydiving with Skydive the Beach Byron Bay 1800 302 005 (skydivethebeachbyronbay. com.au) or Skydive Byron Bay 1300 800 840. Snorkelling The Julian Rocks were named second in the top 10 snorkel spots in all of Australia to try and you’ll be astonished by the variety of marine life.
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GOLD COAST, QUEENSLAND
BY CHRIS HARRISON A firm favourite with Australians and a must-see tourist destination for all international visitors. With its 57km of white sandy surf beaches and world heritage listed rain-forests, you can understand why there is something for everyone on ‘the GC’. For the best views visit the Q1 residential tower, its 322.5 metres (1058 feet) high and has been a destination for tourists since 2005, following its opening as the world’s highest residential tower. The observation deck at level 77, is 230 metres (755 feet) is the highest of its kind in Queensland and offers views from Brisbane to Byron Bay. For an even better view of Byron Bay, go skydiving with
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Skydive the Beach 1800 302 005 skydivethebeachbyronbay.com.au You can also be thrilled at one of the Gold Coast’s world-famous theme parks: Wet ’n’ Wild, Sea World, Dreamworld and MovieWorld. Or experience the excitement of taking a ride on the Gold Coast Broadwater, a river and inlet system to rival Venice or Amsterdam. In fact there are more attractions for young and adventurous travellers on the Gold Coast than any other city in the Southern Hemisphere. >
If the Gold Coast is the ‘holiday’ capital of Australia, then Surfers Paradise is the ‘nightlife’ capital. This reputation is founded on a host of stylish pubs, clubs and lounge bars which offer the party crowd a very special night out. So after partying into the early hours of the morning, you can sleep or lounge by the pool, or you can go out and tackle an
adrenalin adventure or natural wonder somewhere in this sun drenched region. Why not try exploring the hidden retreats and spectacular bush-walks of the protected Gondwana Rainforest of Australia.
WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS & AIRLIE
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BY MIKE BARROW We all know that the Whitsunday Islands are the place to go sailing and Airlie is really, well, party central. How about something a little different? Check out the following to whet your appetite and stay an extra few days in this tropical paradise.
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The capital of Queensland, with a population of about 2 million. Explore Brisbane on a guided walk, cruising the river on a CityCat ferry or riding a bike along the riverside pathways Enjoy a swim at South Bank, home to Australia’s only inner city beach. Abseil down the 34 THE WORD Australia Sydney Guide & Map
historic Kangaroo Point Cliffs, kayak or paddle-board the Brisbane river. Go skydiving with Skydive the Beach 1800 302 005 (skydivethebeachbyronbay.com.au). Feed a wild dolphin at Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island. Visit Moreton Island, only 25 kilometres from Brisbane and go diving, surfing or sand tobogganing. Dive, kayak or sail Brisbane’s Moreton Bay Marine Park – sanctuary for the world’s largest dugong (Manatee) population. FOR MORE INFORMATION Go to: thewordaustralia.com. au/queensland
do a great job looking after you, whether snorkelling over natural coral brimming with colourful fish or informing you of the history of the area. Whitehaven Beach has the whitest sand in the world and the water colours shift from bright blue to aquamarine. Great service and a superb way to visit the Whitsunday Islands. oceanrafting.com.au
Ocean Rafting Enjoy a thrilling ride out to the Whitsunday Islands and the famous Whitehaven Beach. These speedy inflatables skim fast over the water giving an exhilarating ride. These guys
Reef Sleep Ever dreamt of sleeping in a swag out in the middle of the ocean, surrounded by an amazing reef system. Well, you can. Cruise Whitsunday
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D I V E CENTRE AUSTRALIA
Get Dirty! Race a mini 4WD through the amazing hinterland on the Whitsunday Coast at the new Wings Adventure Park. Climb from the vallery floor to the hilltops of the rainforest, slash through pod holes, and conquer tracks through grassland, marshland, wetland, creek beds and bumps. wings.com.au
• Learn to Dive • Glass Bottom Boat Day & Night Tours • Introductory Diving • Snorkelling • Island Hire -‐ coral viewing kayaks, snorkel & dive gear, stand up paddle boards & camera hire Fitzroy Island Dive Centre Ph:
Rainforest Discovery Tour Certainly not a cheap way of seeing the islands but a ‘must do’ if you have the cash (or a credit card). Really good commentary on a small plane over the reef and islands. See the famous Heart Reef and look out for sharks and turtles in the water below. Amazing colours from the air gives you the true perspective of how big the Great Barrier Reef really is. airwhitsunday.com.au Stand Up Paddle Boarding The not so new craze has hit Airlie Beach. A really great option to paddle around the moored boats just offshore. Keep your eyes peeled for dugongs in the bay and soaring eagles above. Rent boards by the hour and have 36 THE WORD Australia Sydney Guide & Map
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Islands have a great package to visit their permanent pontoon 40 kilometres offshore on the Great Barrier Reef. Travel by luxury high speed reef vessel and spend the day on the reef. As everyone departs, wave goodbye and enjoy the serenity. Watch the sunset from your open air balcony while you sip a glass of champagne. View the reef at night from the underwater real time aquarium. Give Reefsleep a go. cruisewhitsundays.com
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Ride your own Segway through the lush green rainforest and discover Conway National Park. Enjoy delicious morning tea under the canopy of the rainforest and relax by the crystal clear waters of Impulse Creek. whitsundaysegwaytours.com.au New Mountain Bike Trails Mountain Biking in the Whitsundays is truly unique. Climb to the tops of the rainforest of the Whitsunday Great Walk or ride alongside the azure blue waters and the Whitsunday Islands on South Molle Island. whitsundaymtbc.com.au Or if you really want to go sailing, then you only have 74 islands to choose from.
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If you have never been to tropical north Queensland, especially Cairns, then you are in for a good time. As the adventure capital of Australia, Cairns has a multitude of activities on offer. The only restriction you may have is time and money. Here’s a taste of some of the top things to do. Skydiving If you want to do the ultimate adrenalin rush, then get out of your comfort zone and take a skydive. Get packed into a small plane and take a bumpy ride to 14,000 feet. Then get pushed out of a plane and scream. Feel the air rush up into your face as you free fall before the chute opens and you drift silently down to earth. Just do it.
skydivecairns.com.au skydivethereefcairns.com.au Whitewater Rafting A great day out on and in the water and set amongst one of the world’s oldest rainforests. The scenery is amazing and we’re in the tropics so the water is warm. Spill over the rapids and glide down the mighty Tully river. Grab a few mates and share the experience. cairnsrafting.com.au
Or ‘Cape Trib’ as the locals like to call it, is 90 minutes (or 110kms) north of Cairns and best seen over two days. Right in the heart of the Daintree rainforest, the oldest rainforest in the world, Cape Trib is has four main resorts
Ocean Safari Spend a half day on your own private snorkelling reef. Travel on a fast water sports boat. Cruise around with turtles, nemo and even reef sharks. Jungle Surfing Get high in the rainforest. Swing through the jungle from tree to tree. Don’t worry, you are attached by ropes and harnesses.
Diving/ Snorkelling What else can we say, but the Great Barrier Reef. One of the natural wonders of the world and visible from space. You can be a part of it either snorkelling or diving. Only a few hours from Cairns by boat, the reef appears on the horizon. Coral “bommies” break the surface and the water colour changes from dark blue to green and aqua. Underwater is a whole new experience, new life, a myriad of glinting colourful fish and corals.
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QUEENSTOWN NEW ZEALAND
BY MIKE BARROW If you have never heard of Queenstown and are into adventure sports, where have you been? Queenstown rocks!! There is so much to do and so much fun to have. The only thing holding you back will be your budget. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a taste of the top activities on offer.
to the top of the hill above Queenstown. The view is fantastic. Whilst up there, jump in a luge and race your friends down the track again and again. This is the cheapest fun in Queenstown. If you feel fit, walk the hill to the top, it takes about an hour. skyline.co.nz
Giant waterfalls cascade down from over 100 metres above you. Look out for seals and the occasional penguin. Cruises have expert and highly informative commentary. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this place. southerndiscoveries.co.nz Ziptrek
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Dart River Funyaks Take a day trip from Glenorchy, a beautiful drive along Lake Wakatipu. Enjoy an hour of high speed jet boating deep into the wilderness up the Dart River. A leisurely kayak down river will show you some of the most beautiful scenery on earth. The air is clean and fresh, the water drinkable. Explore hidden side streams and enjoy the tranquillity. Some location shots for Lord of the Rings were filmed here. dartriver.co.nz The Luge and Gondola Take the Skyline Gondola 40 THE WORD Australia Sydney Guide & Map
Bungy Home of Bungy. Do you want to jump 43 metres, 47 metres of the mother of all bungys, the Nevis Bungy at 134 metres. Only you can decide. bungy.co.nz White water rafting Action packed day on either the famous Shotover River with a 170m tunnel and spectacular canyons or the scenic Kawarau River. Take some friends and get stuck into it. rafting.co.nz Skydive
A must do whilst visiting the region. Milford can be reached by coach, car, plane or helicopter and is one of the most remote regions on the planet. This natural wilderness is in Fiordland. Giant peaks rise out of the deep water.
Take the longest zipline in the world amongst the pine trees above Queenstown. Learn about the local environment and take in some magnificent views. This is 2-3 hours of none stop fun for all ages. ziptrek.co.nz
If you want to be thrown out of a perfectly good plane at 15 000 feet, this is for you! Laugh in the face of fear as you scream in freefall. You even get to wear a parachute. nzoneskydive.co.nz Where to stay There are over 20 backpacker resorts/lodges in Queenstown. Some are big party hostels whilst others small, personal and issuu.com/sydneyguideandmap 41
cosy. Check them out online. We recommend BASE for a fun and central Queenstown hostel. hostelworld.com bbh.co.nz Hot tips for travellers
are the standard food chains plus some expensive top end eateries. With all the action sports you will work up a big appetite. Ensure you have a Ferg Burger, reputedly the best burger in the world. Just line up with everyone else. Over a 1000 customers a day can’t all be wrong. Getting There
There are some great local walks from Queenstown including Queenstown Hill, Ben Lomond and Lake Hayes Loop Track. Longer walks include the famous Routeburn and Milford Tracks. These need to be prebooked. greatwalks.co.nz Mountain biking is immensely popular and the track from the top of the Gondola on the Tiki trail is pretty extreme. There are loads of local tracks and places to hire a bike. Ask at your accommodation. There are plenty of eating options in Queenstown. There
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Queenstown is situated near the bottom of New Zealand’s South Island. There are direct flights from Sydney which take about 3 hours. Direct flights from Sydney to Christchurch are more regular and you can then hire a campervan or car to explore. New Zealand is a great place to campervan as the distances aren’t too far. Driving to Queenstown from Christchurch takes about 7 hours.
EYRE PENINSULAR and Great White Sharks? Port Lincoln is a quaint seaside town with a great vibe. Eyre Peninsula is a haven for seafood lovers looking for the best catch, from Port’s own fresh tuna sashimi to Coffin Bay’s oysters. In South Australia, west of Adelaide, the Eyre Peninsular is a big DO kinda place. A unique region that will not disappoint any traveller. Brimming with fantastic seafood and world-beating wildlife experiences. Where else will you get the opportunity to swim with blue fin tuna, sea lions, dolphins,
Travel with: Nullarbor Traveller are a local operator with many year’s experience in this region – 1800 816 858 thetraveller.net.au Stay with: Stay at Coodlie Park Farm Retreat, a unique 3000 acre rural property and an ideal base for your Eyre Peninsula experiences. 08 8687 0411 coodliepark.com.au
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SYDNEY ATTRACTIONS $ under $20 $$ from $20-$100 $$$ over $100 Art Gallery of NSW Australian colonial & indigenous Location: the Domain Open: daily 10am - 5pm, Wed 9pm Price: free for permanent collections, varies depending on exhibition artgallery.nsw.gov.au BridgeClimb The best of views of Sydney Harbour Location: the Rocks Open: daily, includes night climbs Price: $$$ (for a $ alternative, look up Pylon Lookout) bridgeclimb.com Chinese Garden of Friendship Modelled on a Ming garden Location: Darling Harbour Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydney.com.au/chinese-gardenfriendship Conservatorium of Music Centre of excellence for musicians Location: Royal Botanic Gardens Open: Mon - Fri tours am and pm Price: $ sydney.edu.au Elizabeth Bay House Fine colonial house Location: 7 Onslow Ave, Elizabeth Bay Open: Fri and Sat & public holidays Price: $ sydneylivingmuseums.com.au Government House Home of the Governor of NSW Location: Royal Botanic Gardens Open: Fri - Sun 10.30am - 3pm Price: free sydneylivingmuseums.com.au Parliament House NSW Free tours are held on the first Thursday of each month at 1pm Location: 6 Macquarie St, City Open: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm Price: free parliament.nsw.gov.au 44 THE WORD Australia Sydney Guide & Map
St. Mary’s Cathedral Guided tours every Sunday at 12pm Location: Corner St.Mary’s & College Open: daily 6.30am - 6.30pm, Sat 8am - 6.30pm stmaryscathedral.org.au Pylon Lookout Views from Sydney Harbour Bridge Location: the Rocks Open: daily from 10am - 5pm Price: $ pylonlookout.com.au State Library of NSW Free history & heritage tours run every Tuesday & Thursday at 10.30am Location: Macquarie St, City Open: Mon - Thurs 9am - 8pm, Fri 9am - 5pm, Sat-Sun 10am - 5pm Price: free sl.nsw.gov.au Swimming Pools
MARKETS & MUSEUMS Markets
Museums
Bondi Markets Vintage and modern fashion Location: Bondi Beach Public school, Campbell Parade Open: Sun 10am - 4pm bondimarkets.com.au
Australian Museum Sydney’s best natural history museum Location: 6 College St, City Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ australianmuseum.net.au
EQ Village Markets Good wholesome food and some treats too. Location: EQ Moore Park Open: Wed and Sat until 3.30pm eqmoorepark.com.au
Justice and Police Museum An insight into Sydney’s dark past Location: cnr Albert and Phillip Sts Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydneylivingmuseums.com.au
Glebe Markets One of Sydney’s most well known and eclectic markets. Vintage and retro. Location: Glebe Public School, Glebe Open: Sat 10am - 4pm glebemarkets.com.au
Customs House “free wifi, bring your iPad & connect” Location: Circular Quay. Open: Mon - Sat to midnight, Sun to 5pm Price: free sydneycustomshouse.com.au
Paddy’s Markets The best value for souvenirs and food. Location: Haymarket Open: Wed - Sun 9am - 5pm paddysmarkets.com.au
Museum of Sydney Sydney’s history Location: cnr of Bridge & Phillip Sts Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydneylivingmuseums.com.au
Andrew Boy Charlton Pool Location: Mrs Macquaries Rd, Open: daily 6am - 7pm Price: $ abcpool.org
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Cook and Phillip Aquatic Centre Location: 4 College St, City Open: Mon - Fri 6am - 10pm, Sat - Sun 7am - 8pm Price: $ ymcasydney.org/cookandphillip Sydney Observatory Viewing through a giant telescope Location: the Rocks Open: daily from 10am - 5pm. Night visit bookings essential Price: $ sydneyobservatory.com.au Sydney Opera House Sydney’s iconic landmark Location: Circular Quay, City Open: daily 9am - 5pm Price: free to visit, tours $$ sydneyoperahouse.com Sydney Tower Eye The highest point in Sydney Location: 100 Market St, City Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydneytowereye.com.au
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