Orientation Guide Semester 2 2014

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semester 2 mon

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Tuesday, 22 July

Wednesday, 23 July

Thursday, 24 July

Friday, 25 July

Friday, 25 July

saturday, 26 July

Sunday 27 July

HARBOUR BRIDGE WALK & PYLON LOOKOUT

ACTIVATE UTS BBQ

COOGEE TO BONDI WALK

SSU LUNCH - YUMMY DOGS

HAPPY HOUR AT THE LOFT

HUNTER VALLEY

BLUE MOUNTAINS

Come along and enjoy a FREE BBQ for all new students and Peer Networkers on the Concourse, UTS Tower Building Level 3. It’s the perfect opportunity to fill your tummies and meet loads of new people.

Sign up for a walk you will never forget! You'll meet the Peer Networkers at UTS and head down to Coogee by bus. Here you will embark on one of our most famous walks, beginning 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’s shopping, cafes or bars for a drink and some food on your way home.

Come along and enjoy a FREE BBQ for all new students and Peer Networkers on Tower Building 1, Level 4 Forecourt area . It's the perfect opportunity to fill your tummies and meet loads of new people.

Orientation week has come to an end. so kick back and relax at the Loft with a few drinks and some live entertainment! Happy Hour at The Loft is 4-6pm and The Underground 6-7pm… what better way to soak up the inner-city atmosphere and get to know lots of new people?

Experience a full day with spectacular scenery in the beautiful Hunter Valley. With over 100 wineries set amongst picturesque landscape, the Hunter Valley region offers great food and amazing wines to excite your taste buds.

Get back to nature and discover the spectacular world heritage-listed Blue Mountains. Enjoy panoramas of rugged cliffs and deep forested valleys in this stunning region. Learn about Aboriginal culture and see Australian wildlife in their natural habitat.

time:

time:

7:30am - 6:30pm

(these times are estimated, for exact pick up times please see voucher from Student uni travel)

Pick-up Location: Cost: bookings:

YHA Central, 11 Rawson Place, Sydney $99 Student Uni Travel Email student@backpackersworld.com call 02 9212 3092

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. time:

9:00am-11:30am (estimate)

Cost: bookings:

$8.50 plus money for transport Amy.Isberg@uts.edu.au or call 9514 1889

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1PM - 2pm

time: COST: bookings:

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10am - 2pm (estimate) Free (only spending money needed for transport and food & drink) Amy.Isberg@uts.edu.au or call 9514 1889

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fri

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12:30pm-1:30pm

HARBOUR SAILING Enjoy an afternoon sailing the beautiful Sydney Harbour on "Impulse", the ActivateUTS own yacht. Depart from Double Bay Ferry Wharf at 1pm for three awesome hours of sailing.

sat

5pm - late

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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: Cost:

O’FEST Friday 8 August

4 - 8 August

Weekend Getaways

CLUBS DAY

WINTERFEST PARTY

ROCK CLIMBING WALL

Clubs Day is here to warm you up for Semester 2! If you are 6 months in or brand new; Clubs Day will be a great way to get more out of your University experience. Come and meet reps from over 130 clubs and societies oN campus. Kicks off with a free BBQ!

The second big music festival of the year will take place in The Underground and The Loft at UTS. Winterfest sees some of Australia's premier artists come together for one of the greatest nights on campus with Violent Soho, DMA’s, Safia and Golden Features + more!

Build up a sweat on the rock climbing wall and test your physical strength while scaling the heights.

The perfect way to make new friends while taking a break from your studies.

time: Where: Cost:

time: Where: Cost: bookings:

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6pm-1am

6pm - late Broadway Campus Underground and Loft Bars Tix in advance $20 UTS Students; $40 Others. Tix on the door $30 UTS Students; $50 Others www.activateuts.com.au

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(these times are estimated, for exact pick up times please see voucher from Student uni travel)

Pick-up Location: YHA Central, 11 Rawson Place, Sydney Cost: $85 bookings: Student Uni Travel Email student@backpackersworld.com call 02 9212 3092

a nightclub on wheels!

Friday 8 August

9am-4pm Levels 3 and 4, UTS Tower Building 1 and Alumni Green, Broadway FREE

HARBOUR SAILING

Thursday 31 July

Tower Forecourt Free for UTS Students and Staff

Lunch and Scenic Railway entry (the steepest railway in the world) 7:30am - 6:30pm

Enjoy an afternoon sailing the beautiful Sydney Harbour on "Impulse", the ActivateUTS own yacht. Depart from Double Bay Ferry Wharf at 1pm for three awesome hours of sailing.

time: 7:30pm Cost: $30 Meeting Location: Strike Bowling at Darling Harbour bookings: Student Uni Travel Email student@backpackersworld.coM call 02 9212 3092

Where: Cost:

includes: time:

party bus This party bus cruises the streets of Sydney visiting the biggest and best party bars in town. With an onboard DJ, music sound system and lighting, you'll bounce, sing and laugh your way from one cool place to the next..

1pm - 4pm 4 Places Inc. 1 Peer Networker on each trip $45 per person

bookings: amy.isberg@uts.edu.au or call 02 9514 1889

WINTER

Lunch and 3 winery visits included!

sun

A fantastic afternoon out where you can sit back taking in the views or get some hands on sailing experience. time: Cost: bookings:

1pm - 4pm 4 Places Inc. 1 Peer Networker on each trip $45 per person amy.isberg@uts.edu.au or call 02 9514 1889

surf camp Learn to surf the right way with Australia's premier learn to surf provider. Explore the uncrowded beauty of Seven Mile Beach National Park. Live the surfer's lifestyle in our comfortable modern beachside surf camp. Our 2 day surf course is designed for absolute beginners. Expect to stand up, ride waves and acquire the essential skills to continue surfing. Share a new experience and make new friends in the surf. 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.

departs: returns:

Friday 29 August at 6pm Sunday 31 August 2014 at 6pm

Cost:

$245 (RRP $345)

bookings: www.surfcamp.com.au/book-now enter promo code: utssurf (to receive $100 off RRP $345) for more information: info@surfcamp.com.au

hello! Student Uni Travel staff will be taking bookings Monday - Friday during orientation on the Concourse (building 1, level 3) between 11am and 3pm. For bookings outside of these times please refer to the bookings list.

Weekend Snow Trip

bookings list Activity

BLUE MOUNTAINS CLUBS DAY COOGEE TO BONDI WALK HARBOUR BRIDGE WALK & PYLON LOOKOUT

or Call 1800 888 732

Booking Contact

Student Uni Travel No booking required Activate UTS

HARBOUR SAILING HAPPY HOUR AT THE LOFT HUNTER VALLEY PARTY BUS SSU LUNCH YUMMY DOGS

Activate UTS No booking required Student Uni Travel Student Uni Travel No booking required

SURF CAMP www.surfcamp.com.au/book now UNION BBQ No booking required WEEKEND SNOW TRIP Student Uni Travel WINTERFEST PARTY www.activateuts.com.au

Activate UTS

bookings contacts activate uts: Visit us at the ActivateSports Office Building 4, level 1, Harris St (between UTS Fitness Centre and Harris St Cafe) or email: Amy.Isberg @ uts.edu.au or call: 02 9514 1889

student uni travel:

email: student@backpackersworld.com or call: 02 9212 3092 Address: Backpackers World Travel, 812 George Street, Sydney, NSW

Please note: When making a trip booking with Student Uni Travel please ensure you advise the booking officer you are a UTS Student in order to receive the discounted prices listed in this guide. Trip prices in this guide apply only to the dates listed. **Places will not be confirmed until registration and/or payment (depending on activity) is received. All bookings must be made at least 24hours in advance and are subject to availability. **

Escape the city for a weekend at the snow with Oz Snow Adventures. The weekend road trip is the perfect way to get away from your studies and get loose with: > 2 x nights accommodation at The Snowy Valley Resort > All transport from Sydney/Canberra to the snow in comfortable coaches & mini coaches > Shuttle up and down the mountain each day > National Park Fees > Dinner on Saturday night > 2 x hot breakfasts > Dedicated trip Tour Guides > Saturday night party with live entertainment! O-WEEK SPECIAL: Book 9 people before 25 July 2014 and 10th person can go for FREE! Date: Cost: Extras: Bookings:

Departs Friday 22 August at 6pm – Returns late Sunday 24 August 2014 $259 for basic package detailed above. $229 for lift pass and ski hire (add $10 for board hire) (ADD $17 for lesson in peak season), payable in cash on the bus. Allow money for food and drinks. Student Uni Travel Email: student@backpackersworld.com Phone: 02 9212 3092

BOOK NOW! Activate UTS Email: Amy.Isberg@uts.edu.au Phone: 9514 1889 Location: UTS Sports Office (UTS City Campus, Building 4, level 1)

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