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WHERE TO BEGIN
Most must-do attractions are located in the city centre – or around our 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 the area. Nearby Sydney Visitor Centre is great to drop in and pick up a brochure or map, or make a tour enquiry or booking. Darling Harbour, much younger than the Rocks, was redeveloped in the late 1980’s
into an entertainment and retail quarter. Here you will find Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney Aquarium, WILDlife Sydney and the Australian National Maritime Museum. Plus an excellent range of cafes, bars, restaurants and retail shops. Many leisure boats also leave from here. 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 in Sydney, you can also go to p44 of this guide.
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FINDING YOUR WAY
Sydney City North The Rocks and Circular Quay are the ‘colonial’ historical 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.
this 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 from 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 Northside Easily accessible by ferry or bus, Manly Beach is just 30 mins form 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
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 6 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
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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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 one or try them all on an ambitious day out. Or, like so many of Sydney’s own, move there!
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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.
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PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The best way to get around Sydney is by its excellent public transport system and by using the MyMulti tickets. These tickets give you unlimited travel on most trains, buses, light rail and ferries for just $22 per day or $61 per week. Buy tickets at Transport Shops conveniently located at Wynyard, Circular Quay, Town Hall and Railway Square (Central). Buses Some of the best places in Sydney to visit by bus include Palm Beach and Manly, north of the Harbour Bridge, Watson’s Bay and Rushcutters Bay to the east and Balmain and Leichhardt to the west. FREE City Bus – Route 555 The Free Sydney CBD Shuttle service operates from Central Station to Circular Quay via George Street in both directions. This city funded service runs every 10 minutes, weekdays: 9.30am to 3.30pm, (9pm Thursday). Weekends: 9.30am to 6.00pm.
Intercity Buses Drop into Sydney Coach Terminal (02 9281 9366) for more information. They sell tickets for Greyhound, Murray’s, Firefly, Premier and Port Stephen’s Coaches. Ferries The majority of ferries operate from Circular Quay. You can also reach Balmain, Manly and Watsons Bay by ferry. Rail There are numerous lines into the City and the main railway stations are Central, Town Hall and Wynyard. Use the railway map opposite to see which line you need. NSW Trains run regular services to Newcastle, Woollongong and Katoomba (Blue Mountains), a cheap way to get a long way. Taxis Taxis in Sydney operate 24 hours a day and are very efficient. Try gocatch.com – the free smartphone application connecting passengers to drivers in real-time. thewordaustralia.com.au 9
WHAT’S ON
23 Feb Colour Me Rad
A five kilometre run that fires off in a blaze of colour bombs, colour cannons, colour mortars, and multitoned courses. www.colourmerad5k.com.au
01 March – 31 March Living in Harmony Festival
Discover and experience Sydney’s rich cultural diversity at the annual Living In Harmony Festival. www.whatson.cityofsydney.nsw. gov.au
Living in Harmony – Aboriginal Heritage Tours Join of the Aboriginal Education Officers for a journey of discovery. Uncover the Royal Botanic Garden’s rich Aboriginal heritage by exploring plant uses, culture, artefacts and taste some bush tucker. www.whatson.cityofsydney.nsw. gov.au
01 March – 11 May Artist colony: drawing Sydney’s nature
100 exquisite drawings on display by various and unknown artists, Showcasing the natural history drawings and watercolours from the early colony. State Library NSW www.sl.nsw.gov.au
8-9 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. www.shr.mhyc.com.au
12 March – 11 May Artexpress
A dynamic and popular exhibition featuring a selection of outstanding student artworks. www.artgallerynsw.gov.au
14 March Bill Bryson
For the first time live on stage, author Bill Bryson will take us on a captivating journey through his life, books, travel, history and science, in conversation with Ray Martin. Bryson’s travel stories and observations of everyday people have captivated millions. www.lateralevents.com/publicevents/bill-bryson 10 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
8 March 2014 –16 March 2014 Canberra Balloon Spectacular Hot air, hot entertainment and a hot breakfast. Giant balloons inflate around iconic attractions and slowly drift into the Canberra sky. The action is not just in the sky - there’s live entertainment each morning and a delicious range of hot breakfasts. For balloon flight bookings call Balloon Aloft Canberra 02 6285 1540.
Twilight at Taronga Zoo concerts
21 March – 09 June Biennale of Sydney
The Biennale of Sydney is Australia’s largest and most exciting contemporary visual arts festival. Held every two years across multiple venues in Sydney, the Biennale is a three-month exhibition, with an accompanying program of artist talks, forums, guided tours and family days - all free to the public. www.biennaleofsydney.com
22 March – 19 April Variety Cycle
until 29 March – every weekend
The concert stage is set to sizzle with the hottest line-up of shows ever seen! A Wild Night Out! www.taronga.org.au
until 06 April Suburban Noir
Suburban Noir explores the raw, half-built Sydney of the 1950s and early 60s through recently uncovered crime-scene images from the NSW Police Forensic Photography Archive, as well as contemporary artworks. www.sydneylivingmuseums.com.au
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’. www.varietycycle.com.au
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28 – 30 May DJUKI MALA (Chooky Dancers)
To celebrate Reconciliation week 2014, we present the brand new show from Djuki Mala (Chooky Dancers) Having thrilled audiences around the world, Djuki Mala, with Producer and Artistic Director Joshua Bond, have returned to Sydney. Infused with irreverence and grounded with tradition, Djuki Mala promises audiences laughter and insight. This is a rare opportunity to engage with performers from a very remote part of this vast and diverse country. www.seymourcentre.com/events/ event/djuki-mala-chooky-dancers/
Salsa Comedy Cruise
Every Saturday 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.
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• 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
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With golden sandy beaches, aqua blue water and no crowds Australia’s surf culture is one of the most celebrated lifestyles on the planet. There are beach parties, beautiful
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CHEAP EATS African Feeling Restaurant
1/501 King Street, Newtown “Sydney’s finest African food”
Churrasco
240 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee “meat, meat & more meat”
The Bean Cafe Bar & Bistro, 612 Darling Street, Rozelle “a great brunch spot”
Flying Fajita Sistas,
65 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe “good cheap Mexican food”
Beautiful Burgers
East Sydney Hotel
Crown Street, Wooloomooloo “Sydney’s last country pub”
The Courthouse Hotel
202 Australia Street, Newtown “a whole melting pot”
The William Wallace
31 Cameron Street, Balmain “friendly Scottish-style pub”
URBAN SHOPPING Paddy’s Market
off Quay Street, Haymarket “Australia’s original Market”
5/87-97 Regent Street, Chippendale “best burgers for miles”
Darling Street, Rozelle
Pizza Hut
The Corso, Manly
630 George Street, Sydney “make it great”
“a locals’ shopping strip”
“for the surfer in all of us”
Broadway Shopping Centre 1 Bay Street, Broadway “be you, everyone else is taken”
King Street, Newtown
“eclectic and student grunge”
Aprés Coast
350 George St Sydney “your CBD UGG store”
BEST BARS or PUBS The London Hotel
234 Darling Street, Balmain “140 years young”
The Toxteth Hotel
345 Glebe Point Road, Glebe “a British institution”
Essen Restaurant & Beer Cafe 133-135 Broadway, Ultimo “traditional northern European cuisine”
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COASTAL WALKS South Headland
“lighthouses & secluded beaches”
Bondi Beach – Coogee Beach “Sydney’s picturesque walk”
Spit Bridge – Manly Beach “11km easy to moderate”
Sydney Harbour Foreshore “from Neilson Park to Rose Bay”
Watson’s Bay to Bondi Beach “follow the cliff tops”
North Headland
“amazing views towards the City”
More details: walkingcoastalsydney.com.au NIGHTS OUT Griffin Theatre Company
Many restaurants have a BYOW Ethos. Bring Your Own Wine – just call and ask first!
PICNICS & BBQs Ballast Point, Balmain
“free gas BBQs onsite”
Bronte Beach
“great spot, great beach”
13 Craigend Street, Darlinghurst “a leading new writing theatre”
Mrs Macquarie’s Chair
Kingpin Bowling
Centennial Parklands
Level 3, Harbourside, Darling Harbour “fun for all ages”
Scary Canary
469 Kent Street (next to BASE) “try one of the themed nights”
“take a rug & enjoy the view” “Sydney’s favourite park”
Shelly Beach, Manly
“take your swimming gear”
North Bondi
“people watching paradise”
Comedy Court Australia
@ Star Bar’s Plush Comedy Theatre, 600 George St “stand up competitions and shows, you vote”
Haymarket Hotel
661-663 George Street, Haymarket “elegance of lounge bars of yesteryear”
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KINGS CROSS Three standout attractions Elizabeth Bay House A classic example of an 1830â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s colonial stately home. Once dubbed the finest house in the colony. Open to the public.
Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s red light district and nightclub zone. After dark is when this area really comes alive, with bars, clubs, strip clubs and late night cafes. During the day, here is what is worth visiting.
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Kings X Organic Food Markets Every Saturday from 10am to 4pm next to the fountain. Grab some wholesome food or the best bacon and egg roll in East Sydney. Wolloomooloo Finger Wharf Redeveloped into a modern wharf with a funky hotel and bar, offices and some quality restaurants.
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welcome to australia’s outback - the northern territory 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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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.
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day 1 - darwin to kakadu 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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day 3 - kakadu to katherine gorge 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.
day 4 - katherine to litchfield 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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Cool off with a swim in nature’s plunge pool below Florence Falls or wade through the rocky pools at Buley Rockhole.
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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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
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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Kuala Lumpur Singapore
Denpasar
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Bali (Denpasar) Dili Singapore Kuala Lumpur Manila
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Ayers Rock
For more info on travelling the Northern Territory & Red Centre, check out: australiasoutback.com
discovercentralaustralia.com 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
BONDI BEACH Just 20 minutes by bus (catch the 333 from Elizabeth Street/ Bathurst Street), everyone wants to check out Bondi Beach. There are also heaps of great cafes and restaurants along Campbell Parade. Why not make a day of it, go for a swim or surf and then grab a bite in one for lunch or dinner. Three things to do
Bondi to Coogee walk This clifftop he walk extends for six km from Bondi to Coogee and features stunning views, parks, cliffs, bays and rock pools. bonditocoogeewalk.com.au Bondi Lifesavers If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen the TV show, you will find the tanned Aussie boys in their lifesaving tower, just below the Pavilion.
Aboriginal Rock Carvings On the sea side of Bondi Golf Course, stands a substantial panel of Aboriginal rock carvings depicting various fish species.
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MANLY One great option is to buy some fish and chips and sit on the beach or boardwalk and watch the world go by. Three to discover
Just take a 30 minute ferry ride from Circular Quay the Manly ferry is the most affordable way to see Sydney Harbour. Once there drop into the “Hello Manly Booking and Information Centre, East Esplanade, The Forecourt, Manly Wharf” and find out What’s On in Manly this week. Take the short walk through the Corso, where there are some of the over 100 cafes and restaurants, catering to all tastes and budgets.
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Shelley Beach Walk to this beautiful cove via Cabbage Tree Bay and snorkel the clear pristine waters. A great spot for a BBQ and a safe swim. Continue walking the coastal route to reach North Head. North Head National Park Can be reached on foot, a Lovely bush walk with expansive views over Sydney CBD, across to South Head and out to sea. Sun, Surfing, Sunscreen Hire a board from “Aloha Surf, 44 Pittwater Road, Manly 02 9977 3777 alohasurfmanly.com.au” Or simply lie on the beach and watch the locals. Don’t forget the sunscreen.
WESTERN SYDNEY 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 is the new Australian Rules franchise for Western Sydney ‘the Giants’. 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 02 9622 1644 (featherdale.com. au), 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.
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BLUE MOUNTAINS
Sydney’s most popular daytrip but also an overnight escape, is just 50 kilometres away and forms part of the Great Dividing Range. This area is shrouded in a blue mist, which is created by a regional abundance of eucalyptus oil. You can reach Katoomba (a good starting point) by train (NSW Trainlink from Central Station), rental car (see back cover for a great deal from Bayswater) or by taking a day tour (check out our brochure boards for details). The Greater Blue Mountains
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heritage area is made up of seven national parks and the Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. The national parks include Blue Mountains, Wollemi, Yengo, Nattai, Kanangra-Boyd, Gardens of Stone and Thirimere Lakes. Panoramic lookouts in the area include Katoomba’s Echo Point, which provides views of the Three Sisters, Sublime Point Lookout at Wentworth Falls, and Govetts Leap and Evans Lookout at Blackheath. For the more adventurous of you there are over 140 kilometres of walking tracks in this region, so many that the Blue Mountains is regarded as a world class area for “bushwalking”. Other adventure activities include: abseiling, canyoning, mountain-biking, horse-riding and adventure caving.
PORT STEPHENS By Mike Barrow A place where you can see dolphins, whales and sharks; go horse and camel riding; slide down sand dunes on a board and finally ride a quad bike â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all within three hours of Sydney. Port Stephens, what a find! Go north from Sydney by bus, car or camper-van and you will reach one of the great natural playgrounds of New South Wales. A beautiful holiday location with golden sandy beaches, crystal clear water and a coastal desert wilderness.
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1 Hit the water Go out into the vast bay and observe whales (May-Nov only), dolphins (both resident and oceanic) and seals. Port Stephens is the dolphin capital of Australia. You can even swim with wild dolphins with Dolphin Swim Australia, dolphinswimaustralia.com.au Imagine Cruises small and personal imaginecruises.com.au
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2 Diving/Snorkelling See the endangered Grey Nurse Shark just outside the bay or dive or snorkel at Fly Point and observe plenty of colourful fish and soft corals. With feetfirstdive.com.au or letsgoadventures.com.au
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3 Bushwalking Walk up to Gan Gan lookout for the best views across the region, or Tomaree Headland for coastal views. Look out overhead for koalas in the trees or soaring whitebellied sea eagles. Visit the Visitor Information Centre on Victoria Parade, Nelson Bay for more details.
Express Service to Port Stephens departing Sydney 2pm DAILY Departs from Sydney Coach Terminal, Bay 14, Eddy Avenue, Central Station
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4 Hit the dunes Worimi Conservation Lands stretch for 32 kms along the coast. Explore these amazing coastal sand dunes on foot, by 4WD tour, on a quad bike or just enjoy sandboarding down 30 metre high dunes. portstephens4wd.com.au
For a full range of accommodation options go to portstephens.org.au The best budget accommodation in Port Stephens is one of the four holiday parks. They have clean and spacious cabins, plus camper-van and tent sites. Visit beachsideholidays.com.
5 Horse/camel ride Few people know that Australia exports camels to Saudi Arabia, strange but true! You can go camel riding in sand dunes here too.
For a quiet tropical setting stay at Samurai Beach Bungalows.
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BYRON BAY
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.
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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.
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.
Skydiving Go skydiving with Skydive the Beach Byron Bay 1800 302 005 (skydivethebeachbyronbay. com.au) 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. thewordaustralia.com.au 35
GOLD COAST
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, world heritage listed rain-forests and the title ‘nightclub capital of Queensland’, 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 opening in 2005 as the world’s highest residential tower. The observation deck at level 77, is 230 metres (755 feet) high is the highest of its kind
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in Queensland and offers views from Brisbane to Byron Bay. It towers over the Surfers Paradise skyline. Or for an even better view, Go skydiving with Skydive the Beach 1800 302 005 (skydivethebeachbyronbay.com.au). You can also be thrilled at one of the Gold Coast’s worldfamous 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. So unless you party into the early hours of the morning, you won’t be sleeping in or lounging by the pool. You’ll be out tackling an adrenaline adventure or natural wonder somewhere in this sun drenched region. Or if you are an international student or thinking of >
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becoming one, then ‘The Welcome to Gold Coast – International Students Day’ has been created to help encourage community engagement between International Students and the local Community. Held on 23 March 2014, at Marine Parade, Southport. And when its time to leave the hustle and bustle of the city streets for a few hours or a day try exploring the hidden retreats and spectacular bushwalks of the protected Gondwana Rainforest of Australia.
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BRISBANE
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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 historic Kangaroo Point Cliffs, kayak or paddle-board the Brisbane river. Go skydiving with Skydive the Beach 1800 302 005 (skydivethebeachbyronbay.com.au). 38 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
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
BEST OF QUEENSLAND AIRLIE BEACH &BEACH WHITSUNDAYS& WHITSUNDAYS AIRLIE
■ Sail one of the best cruising
destinations in the world Skipper your own bareboat or leave it in the hands of an expert on one of many all inclusive packages on offer. ■ Marvel at the pristine white silica sands of Whitehaven Beach. ■ Take a day trip to the Great Barrier Reef and spend the day snorkelling and diving or take to the air in a helicopter or seaplane to view the famous heart reef from above.
Sail one of the best cruising destinations in the world – Skipper your own bareboat or leave it in the hands of an expert on one of many all inclusive packages. Go island hopping and explore the beautiful 74 islands that make up the Whitsundays. ■ Go islandathopping and explore Marvel the pristine white thesands beautiful 74 islands that make silica of Whitehaven up the Whitsundays. Beach. Take a day trip to the ■ Want an exhilarating trip? Then Great Barrier and spenda go out withReef Ocean Rafting, water-sports boat thehigh-powered day snorkelling and diving which combines scenic views, or take to the air in a helicopter snorkelling and high speed or seaplane cruising. to view the famous Heart ■ StayReef a fewfrom daysabove. in Airlie and enjoy party atmosphere. Want anthe exhilarating trip? There are quite a few bars and Then go with Ocean Rafting, clubs in town which travellers love to visit.
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a high-powered water-sports boat which combines scenic views, snorkelling and high speed cruising. Want to party? Stay a few days in Airlie and ■ Chillthe outparty on the beach and cool enjoy atmosphere. down at the Airlie Beach lagoon. There are quite a few lagoon bars and This is a stinger free with clubs town which travellers BBQinfacilities. ■ Visit Creekout Falls love toCedar visit. Chill onjust the outside a stunning beach andAirlie. cool There’s off at the Airlie waterfall and pool for swimming. Beach lagoon. This is aoff. stinger A great place to cool free lagoon with BBQ facilities. Ocean Rafting ✆ 07 4946 6848 Visit Cedar CreekDIRECT Falls a few ✆ PHONE *MENTION WORD kilometres fromTHE Airlie. There’s a stunning waterfall and pool FOR MORE DETAILS for swimming. adventuregoldcoast.com or visitgoldcoast.com
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CAIRNS
Five Days In Cairns The Best Time of My Life by Alexa Kelly Day One Skydiving with Tandem Cairns I flew into Cairns at 10am on Thursday and immediately boarded a shuttle to go skydiving with Tandem Cairns, the perfect start to this whirlwind long weekend. During the next couple of hours, I was outfitted with a harness and goggles, flown high above the puffy white clouds to 14,000 feet and strapped to Coops (my instructor). My moment of terror only occurred when I was dangling out of the plane. What was I thinking, GOING SKYDIVING! But after the first few seconds of sheer terror, I began to understand what all the fuss was about. I was in complete free-fall for a full 60 seconds. After what seemed like the longest minute of my life, our parachute popped out and we sailed down for five minutes. What a great rush!
Day Two Snorkelling with Osprey V I was up bright and early to board the Osprey V Premium Reef Cruise for a full day snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef. As a novice snorkeler, I was a bit nervous, but so excited to explore the reef! The snorkel site was beautiful and full of sea life. I spotted some giant clams, a ton of sea cucumbers, a barracuda, endless schools of multiple species of colourful fish, and even a shark! The cruise also offered a glass bottom boat tour. You can get some great close up views and learn a lot about the reef from the tour guide. >
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Day Three White Water Rafting with Raging Thunder This was not for the fainthearted. We spent about four hours rafting and encountered cleverly named, exhilarating rapids. The river itself was beautiful. Even between rapids, floating down the Tully was an incredible experience as the surrounding, rainforest is some of the worlds oldest. Raging Thunder was a great company to raft with. The boats were small and all of the instructors were friendly, knowledgeable and ensured a great time! Day Four Exploring the Daintree with Jungle Tours The Jungle Tour Day Trip began with a visit to the Wet Tropics Wildlife Habitat. I held koalas, snakes and owls. I just could not resist the opportunity to hold a koala! It was so cute, friendly and cuddly. It was definitely one of the highlights. Next up was crocodile spotting on the Daintree. We saw eight crocs of the nine that typically inhabit the area. The 42 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
boat also got much closer to the crocs than I expected! Finally we got to Cape Tribulation and I made a lastminute decision to go jungle surfing (zip lining)! Jungle Surfing (07 4098 0043 junglesurfing. co.au) is definitely the way to go if you are in Cape Trib. It was so exciting to zip through the trees! On the last part of the course, you go upside down, hands-free. I was absolutely terrified, but finally worked up the courage. Jungle Surfing was a great ending to a perfect day. Day Five Scuba Diving on the Reef As a novice snorkeller, SCUBA diving was really out of my comfort zone. Our boat MV Reef-Kist arrived on the reef after a few hours. I opted for an introductory dive. Breathing with a regulator seemed really weird at first but then got easier as I slowed down. I became aware of a whole new world I never new existed. I could swim with the fish and get really close to all the coral. We even saw a turtle. Next time I visit Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll invest in a dive course and really experience this underwater paradise. Wow.
BEST OF QUEENSLAND CAPE TRIBULATION 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 catering to backpackers and upmarket tourists, and some unique rainforest bed and breakfasts. CAPE TRIB & THE DAINTREE
■ “Cape Trib” is the main village in
theof Daintree - the world’s oldest Two the Best rainforest. Ocean ■ Visit Safari the World Heritage-listed Daintree andyour Cape Spend a rainforest half day on own Tribulation, the only place in the private snorkelling reef. Travel world where two world heritage - the Great on listed a fastareas watermeet sports boat. Barrier Reef and the Daintree. ■ Home to over 3000 plant species and the Cassowary, a shy flightless bird, endemic to this region.
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. Cape Tribulation
■ Explore the spectacular scenery
of the Cape York Peninsula and the Gulf Savannah. Visit ancient Aboriginal cultural sites, head to premier sports fishing grounds or go on a 4WD adventure. ■ Go Jungle Surfing and get high in the rainforest! Swing through the jungle canopy attached to ropes and harnesses. ■ Many companies have a one-hour cruise viewing crocodiles. No trip to the Daintree is complete without a croc cruise! ■ Spend a half-day snorkelling with Ocean Safari. Get taken out to the reef on a fast water sports boat and spend time cruising with turtles, reef sharks and nemo! Ocean Safari ✆ 07 4098 0006
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SYDNEY’S 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: $$$ (for a $ alternative, look up Pylon Lookout) bridgeclimb.com Chinese Garden of Friendship Modelled on a Ming garden Location: Darling Harbour Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydney.com.au/chinese-gardenfriendship Conservatorium of Music Centre of excellence for musicians Location: Royal Botanic Gardens Open: Mon - Fri tours am and pm Price: $ sydney.edu.au Elizabeth Bay House Fine colonial house Location: 7 Onslow Ave, Elizabeth Bay Open: Fri and Sat & public holidays Price: $ hht.net.au Government House Home of the Governor of NSW Location: Royal Botanic Gardens Open: Fri - Sun 10.30am - 3pm Price: free hht.net.au Parliament House NSW Free tours are held on the first Thursday of each month at 1pm Location: 6 Macquarie St, City Open: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm Price: free parliament.nsw.gov.au 44 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
St. Mary’s Cathedral Guided tours every Sunday at 12pm Location: Corner St.Mary’s & College Open: daily 6.30am - 6.30pm, Sat 8am - 6.30pm stmaryscathedral.org.au Pylon Lookout Views from Sydney Harbour Bridge Location: the Rocks Open: daily from 10am - 5pm Price: $ pylonlookout.com.au State Library of NSW Free history & heritage tours run every Tuesday & Thursday at 10.30am Location: Macquarie St, City Open: Mon - Thurs 9am - 8pm, Fri 9am - 5pm, Sat-Sun 10am - 5pm Price: free sl.nsw.gov.au Swimming Pools Andrew Boy Charlton Pool Location: Mrs Macquaries Rd, Open: daily 6am - 7pm Price: $ abcpool.org Cook and Phillip Aquatic Centre Location: 4 College St, City Open: Mon - Fri 6am - 10pm, Sat - Sun 7am - 8pm Price: $ ymcasydney.org/cookandphillip Sydney Observatory Viewing through a giant telescope Location: the Rocks Open: daily from 10am - 5pm. Night visit bookings essential Price: $ sydneyobservatory.com.au Sydney Opera House Sydney’s iconic landmark Location: Circular Quay, City Open: daily 9am - 5pm Price: free to visit, tours $$ sydneyoperahouse.com Sydney Tower Eye The highest point in Sydney Location: 100 Market St, City Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydneytowereye.com.au
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
Hyde Park Barracks Museum History of Sydney’s convicts Location: Macquarie St, City Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ hht.net.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
Justice and Police Museum An insight into Sydney’s dark past Location: cnr Albert and Phillip Sts Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ hht.net.au
Paddington Markets Arts, crafts, clothing and bric a brac Location: Paddington Uniting Church, Oxford St Open: Sat 10am - 5pm paddingtonmarkets.com.au
Mint Museum Where Sydney’s coins were minted Location: 10 Macquarie St, City Open: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm Price: free hht.net.au
Paddy’s Markets The best value for souvenirs and food. Location: Haymarket Open: Wed - Sun 9am - 5pm paddysmarkets.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
Rocks Markets Sydney’s premier tourist market Location: the Rocks Open: Sat - Sun 10am - 5pm therocks.com Rozelle Markets Step back in time for antiques and second hand collectables. Location: Rozelle Primary School, Darling St Open: Sat - Sun 9am - 4pm rozellemarkets.com.au
Museum of Sydney Sydney’s history Location: cnr of Bridge & Phillip Sts Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ hht.net.au Sydney Jewish Museum Australian Jewish history Location: 148 Darlinghurst Rd Open: Sun - Thurs 10am - 4pm Price: $ sydneyjewishmuseum.com.au
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