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THURSDAY 28 JULY
FRIDAY 29 JULY
SATURDAY 30 JULY
SUNDAY 31 JULY
THE ACTIVATEUTS STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE BBQ
PART 1: HARBOUR BRIDGE WALK & PYLON LOOKOUT
COOGEE TO BONDI WALK
PORT STEPHENS WHALE WATCHING
BLUE MOUNTAINS
Join us for a free meal and find out what ActivateUTS has to offer you.
Walk the one and only Harbour Bridge and climb 200 steps to the very top of the pylon, 87m above sea level, where you will be rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of the city of Sydney. (Please note, this is not the Harbour Bridge climb)
Begin the day on one of Sydney’s most famous walks, starting at Coogee and following the spectacular coastline past Bronte, finally ending up in Bondi. The photo opportunities are second to none! It’s then time to enjoy Bondi Beach and some lunch.
Every year close to 10,000 Humpback and Minke whales migrate along the south-east coast of Australia. Witness these extraordinary creatures on a beautiful sailing catamaran off the coast of Port Stephens
Escape to the wilderness and discover this spectacular World Heritage listed National Park with an active day of bushwalks and incredible views. Enjoy coming face to face with the locals at Featherdale Wildlife Park.
Time: 7.30am - 7.30pm
Time: 7.30am - 6.30pm
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm (estimate)
Cost: $125
Cost: $95
Cost: Free for tickets picked up in Orientation Week
Includes: Humpback Whale and Dolphin watching
Register your interest here: activateuts.com.au/sport/ recreation and then head to concourse (level 3, building 1) to collect your ticket.
Bookings: Student Uni Travel - uts.studentuni.travel Email: student@backpackersworld.com Phone: 02 9212 3092
Includes: Guided Blue Mountains adventure and entrance to Featherdale Wildlife Park
Who: Study Abroad and Exchange Students Only Time: 4:30pm (directly following the Essential Advice Session)
Time: Departs UTS at 9:00AM - returning to UTS at 11:30AM (estimate) Cost: $8.50 (plus money for transport) For those keen to continue sightseeing, join the group on the Manly Ferry Trip - See Part 2. Alternatively you can head back to UTS with one of the staff members.
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Bookings: activateuts.com.au/sport/recreation
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PART 2: MANLY FERRY TRIP This relaxing journey is a must see for anyone new to Sydney with spectacular harbour and ocean views. Once in Manly, you’ll have time to explore the Corso, beach and grab some lunch before catching the Ferry back to Circular Quay.
All Study Abroad and Exchange Student attendees will go in the draw to win a Chase the Sun trip. A 10 day trip travelling the East Coast of Queensland from Brisbane to Cairns worth over $1700 thanks to Colourful Trips and Student Uni Travel.
Time: Departs Circular Quay at 11:00AM (estimate). Ferry departure time will depend on the finish time of Part 1 Harbour Bride Walk. Returning to UTS at 3:30PM (estimate) Cost: Return Ferry (approx. $15) plus money for lunch
HARBOUR SAILING
Bookings: Student Uni Travel - uts.studentuni.travel Email: student@backpackersworld.com Phone: 02 9212 3092
HARBOUR SAILING
Enjoy an afternoon sailing the beautiful Sydney Harbour on ‘impulse’, ActivateUTS’ own yacht. Depart from Double Bay ferry wharf at 1pm for three awesome hours of sailing. A fantastic afternoon out where you can sit back taking in the views or get some hands on sailing experience. An activity that fills up super quick so get in early! Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Enjoy an afternoon sailing the beautiful Sydney Harbour on ‘impulse’, ActivateUTS’ own yacht. Depart from Double Bay ferry wharf at 1pm for three awesome hours of sailing. A fantastic afternoon out where you can sit back taking in the views or get some hands on sailing experience. An activity that fills up super quick so get in early!
Cost: $45 per person
Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM
4 places including 1 peer networker on each trip
Cost: $45 per person
Bookings: activateuts.com.au/sport/recreation
4 places including 1 peer networker on each trip Bookings: activateuts.com.au/sport/recreation
Bookings: activateuts.com.au/sport/recreation
IF YOU DON’T FIND A DESTINATION YOU LIKE OR TOUR THAT TAKES YOUR FANCY ...
THURSDAY 4 AUGUST
FRIDAY 5 AUGUST
SATURDAY 6 AUGUST
SUNDAY 7 AUGUST
CLUBS DAY
LIVE MUSIC AT THE LOFT
SKYDIVE
SYDNEY TOWER EYE SKYWALK
Time: 9am – 4pm
Head down to the Loft at UTS, the University heritage bar to enjoy some live music, great cocktails and delicious home-made pizza. Happy Hour from 2-6pm.
For an unforgettable Sydney experience step onto Skywalk. Walk 268m above Sydney CBD for a birds eye view of our stunning city
8 – 19 AUGUST
This is for all you thrill seekers! Experience the ultimate adrenaline rush and witness the best view of both Sydney’s central coastline and the Blue Mountains. We will take you up to a height of 14,000ft, your instructor will guide to towards the exit and then it’s 60 seconds of life-changing freefall!
CLUB OLYMPICS
Time: 11:00am
Join a club and be part of this awesome sporting event. Clubs will compete in a range of sports over 2 weeks to decide who will be crowned our Club Olympic champions! Awesome prizes will be up for grabs and awarded at our closing ceremony drinks.
Cost: $230 for jump plus $99 for photos and videos
Location: UTS Building 1, Levels 3, 4 & 5 Welcome to the ActivateUTS Clubs Day. On your marks get set…………GO. We’ll be celebrating all things Olympics!
FEAR NO MORE!
Wind your way round the track through the Olympic Village into the themed Olympic Ring lounges where you’ll find all your campus clubs and societies. Free food, giveaways, entertainment and fun you can cross the finish line at one of your two bars here on Campus the Loft or Underground. With the UTS DJ Comp from 6pm in the Loft.
The experienced Student Uni Travel specialists will help create your dream trip budgeted to your needs and time frame. Whether it’s 5 star resorts or 32 bed dorms, we have a solution for everyone. Ask us about East Coast, West Coast, Outback, Tasmania, New Zealand, Bali, Philippines, South East Asia and more at our pop up desk during orientation week.
Includes: Return transfers from Sydney CBD Bookings: Student Uni Travel - uts.studentuni.travel Email: student@backpackersworld.com Phone: 02 9212 3092
ROUNDS
PARTY BUS
Dates: 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th August 2016 Time: 4pm-7pm Location: RMSH
Nightclub on Wheels! This party bus cruises the streets of Sydney visiting the biggest and best party bars. With an onboard DJ, music sound system and lighting you’ll bounce, sing and laugh your way from one cool place to the next.
FINALS Date: 19th August 2016 Time: 5pm-7pm Location: RMSH
Student Uni Travel Orientation pop up desk: Dates: Monday 25 July – Friday 29 July Times: 11am – 3pm Location: Concourse (Building 1, level 3)
Time: 6.30pm meet at Student Uni Travel for a 7.30pm departure. Cost: $25
CLOSING CEREMONY Date: 19th August 2016 Time: from 7pm Location: The UTS Underground
Includes: Pre party, 3x bars, 3x drinks, Party Bus between each venue, Pizza snacks and prize giveaways! Bookings: Student Uni Travel - uts.studentuni.travel Email: student@backpackersworld.com Phone: 02 9212 3092
Visit activateuts.com.au for more info on the Club Olympics and to find a list of clubs you can join to get involved!
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For bookings outside of these hours please refer to the trip booking details above. No one’s place will be confirmed until registration and/or payment (depending on activity) is received.
Time: 1:00pm Cost: $49 Includes: Admission to Sydney Tower Eye and Skywalk Bookings: Student Uni Travel - uts.studentuni.travel Email: student@backpackersworld.com Phone: 02 9212 3092
NRL GROUP EXPERIENCE Watch the Wests Tigers battle it out with the North Queensland Cowboys at their spiritual home ground, Leichhardt Oval. Whether you’re a die-hard NRL fan or someone who has never seen a game of Rugby League, a sunny Sunday afternoon at this suburban ground will provide plenty of thrills. Before the game, join us for a free drink at the UTS Haberfield Rowing Club located on the picturesque Iron Cove Bay. Time: Departs UTS 2:30pm Cost: $5 (payable at the UTS Sports Office, Building 4, ground floor) Includes: Return transport from UTS, 1 free drink at the UTS Haberfield Club and ticket to the game. Limited Spaces so get in quick to secure your place! Bookings: activateuts.com.au/sport/recreation
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FRIDAY 12 AUGUST WINTERFEST Time: 8pm - 1am
WINTERFEST HOUSE PARTY - PAJAMA JAM
All bookings must be made at least 24hours in advance and are subject to availability. ActivateUTS has a Recreation Program for the entire year which includes Short Courses, Day Trips, Adventure Activities, Weekends Away, Relaxing Holidays, Sport Competitions and Events. There is so much fun to be had -whether you want to learn new skills, see new places, meet new people and have a blast YOU MUST pick up our Semester 2 2016 Sport and Recreation Guide and find out what’s on offer.
Get your favourite PJs ready, practice your best dance routines and get ready to sweat! 2 rooms of music to shake your booty too, offering up the latest dance, hottest hip Hop and R&B. You don’t want to miss this! Tell a friend! Early bird tickets on sale 4th July (limited numbers) $10 UTS STAFF/STUDENTS $15 GA GENERAL SALE FROM 11TH JULY
For more information please visit www.activateuts.com.au
$15 UTS Staff/Students $20 GA A valid UTS student/Staff card is required to purchase a UTS priced tickets. Find all the details and tix at www.activateuts.com.au/winterfest
FRIDAY 26 AUGUST TO SUNDAY 28 AUGUST OZ SNOW Who knew it can snow in Australia? Dig out your thermals and jump on our bus for an action packed weekend in the Snowy Mountains. Stay in the famous Snowy Valley Resort conveniently located close to both Thredbo and Perisher ski fields. Whether you’re a pro, or just here to see the snow, this is an unforgettable weekend for everyone. Date: Friday 26th August to Sunday 28th August Time: 6:00pm from Central Station, Eddy Avenue, Bay 9 Cost: $249
Includes: • 2 Nights accommodation in Snowy Valley Resort • All transport • Return mountain shuttles • All National Park fees • 3 Course dinner on Saturday night • 2 Hot breakfasts • Dedicated trip tour guides • Saturday night party with live entertainment For those wishing to ski or board a mountain pack can be purchased on board the bus for between $189 - $232 (The mountain pack includes lift passes and ski or board hire)
BOOKINGS
STUDENT UNI TRAVEL - UTS.STUDENTUNI.TRAVEL EMAIL: STUDENT@BACKPACKERSWORLD.COM PHONE: 02 9212 3092
FRIDAY 19 AUGUST TO SUNDAY 21 AUGUST OR
FRIDAY 16 SEPTEMBER TO SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER SURF CAMP Learn to surf the right way with Australia’s premier learn to surf provider and explore the uncrowded beauty of seven mile beach national park. Dates: Friday 19th August 2016 to Sunday 21st August 2016 Friday 16th September 2016 to Sunday 18th September 2016
Included: • 2 day progressive surf course, • All surfing equipment, • 2 nights accommodation, • All meals, transport, • Photos & videos, • Free Surf Camp T-Shirt & hat and $20 OFF Rip Curl voucher. Cost: $265 (RRP $365)
BOOKINGS WWW.SURFCAMP.COM.AU/BOOK-NOW/ ENTER PROMO CODE: UTSSURF (TO RECEIVE $100 OFF RRP $365) FOR INFORMATION - CALL: 1800 888 732 EMAIL: INFO@SURFCAMP.COM.AU
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