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n behalf of the NSW Government, I extend a warm welcome to all visitors to Sydney and New South Wales. Autumn is a wonderful time of the year to holiday in our glorious Harbour City and explore Regional New South Wales, with the natural beauty of our beaches, harbours, parks and gardens on full display, plus a world class calendar of major events on offer. This Autumn, Sydney and NSW play host to a blockbuster list of events and festivals, including the spectacular light, music and ideas festival Vivid Sydney, Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour’s Madama Butterfly, opening Major League Baseball series games between the LA Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks games, the BMW Sydney Carnival, Sydney International Rowing Regatta, global premiere of Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom The Musical, Orange F.O.O.D Week, Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sail Port Stephens, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, 25th Anniversary of Bluesfest Byron Bay, Deni Blues & Roots Festival, 2014 Toyota IRONMAN Australia Port Macquarie, 2014 NCHA Futurity and the Sydney Writers’ Festival. With such a stellar lineup of world class events on offer, I wish all visitors to Sydney and NSW this Autumn a wonderful stay. George Souris Minister for Tourism, Major Events and The Arts.

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VIVID Sydney A world leading transformation!

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WHILST YOU’RE in Sydney you’re going to LOVE the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the Australian Museum, co-owned by the Natural History Museum, London and BBC Worldwide.This exciting

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SYDNEY WILL be transformed into a spectacular canvas of light, music and ideas when Vivid Sydney takes over the city every night from 23rd of May to the 9th of June 2014. Colouring the city with creativity and inspiration. VIVID Sydney highlights include the hugely popular immersive light installations and projections. See performances from local and international musicians during “VIVID MUSIC” including “VIVID LIVE”at

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What’s new AMAZING WHALES

and the bonds between them, to the consequences of whaling. EVOLUTION & SURVIVAL Keep an eye out for the full range Designed and produced by the of whale inspired public programs Muséum National d’Histoire and school holiday activities and naturelle, Paris, this an aquatic inspired roof Stop 1 fascinating international projection during Vivid HOP exhibition at Australian Sydney. Amazing Whales ON HOP National Maritime will be complemented by OFF Museum uncovers the Beautiful Whales- Life diversity, origins and adaptation of size photography by Bryant Whales and their development Austin, a remarkable exhibition from land mammals to aquatic where visitors come face-to-face giants! Explore the relationship with giant underwater images of between humans and whales, Whales at sea. Open to 14 July. from the mythology of whales Info at anmm.gov.au

Afghanistan: hidden treasures A MAGNIFICENT exhibition from the National museum of Kabul is proudly being featured at Art Gallery of New South Wales from 7 March to 15 June. Showing more than 230 priceless treasures, some thousands of years old, this is a rare opportunity to discover the surprising, untold story of the long and extraordinarily rich culture that is Afghanistan. For years these artifacts were

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The 57th World Press Photo Contest proudly returns to our beloved State Library NSW. The winners were selected worldwide from 100,000

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What’s on Things to see, places to be and exciting things to do in Sydney

Meet the family and walk amongst the dinosaurs IN A WORLD first, the Australian Museum presents Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family, an innovative, multimedia exhibition showcasing the newly-revised tyrannosaur family tree. See over 10 life-size dinosaur specimens on display including one of the oldest tyrannosaurs, Guanlong wucaii. You will also find a dramatic array of fossils and casts of Tyrannosaurs including never-before-seen specimens from China. The exhibition is designed to provide a snapshot of dinosaur life and how they became the world’s top predators with their massive skulls, powerful jaws and bone-crunching teeth. There are heaps of activities for the whole family to enjoy including the Australian first immersive multimedia experience featuring a large scale projection of dinosaurs running through Sydney streets. The exhibition runs until the 27 July 2014. To find out more head to tyrannosaurs.com.au

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the Antarctic. Whales are a conservation success with over 6250 whales passing Sydney

last year. Sydney from May to November is the best place to get up close and personal with these beautiful denizens of the deep. Hop on one of Whale Watching Sydney’s boats, which depart from Circular Quay and Darling harbor. Trips range from 2 hours to 4 hours on a safe, comfortable, purpose built whale watching boat with viewing decks and expert commentary. Cruises depart twice a day. More info head whalewatchingsydney.net or call 9583 1199.

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What’s on The Sydney Symphony Orchestra – experience a great orchestra playing great music in the world’s most spectacular concert venue; the Sydney Opera House. May is movie month! Why does director Baz Luhrmann always have great soundtracks for his films? Find out in Strictly Luhrmann (2 & 3 May), a concert that revels in the soundtracks of his epic films.Then hear one of the great piano concertos as featured so memorably in the movie Shine. Czech pianist Lukáš Vondrácek ˇ performs Rachmaninoff’s breathtaking Third Piano Concerto (8 to10 May). If you’re a fan of great choral works then you’ll want to hear Mendelssohn’s Elijah (May 14 to 17). Massed Choirs join forces with the Orchestra for a recreation of the 1846 premiere, IF YOU’RE IN Sydney visiting the beautiful Royal Botanic Garden we recommend booking an educational Aboriginal Heritage Tour, running Fridays at 10am.This wonderful 90 minute sensory tour is led by an Aboriginal guide.

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a performance that promises to be bigger than Ben Hur! In June Beethoven and the piano are the focus when the Sydney Symphony Orchestra is joined by pianist Emanuel Ax to perform Beethoven’s five piano concertos (12 to 21 June).Take a journey from the Classical refinement of the first concertos to the nobility of the Emperor concerto. For more info go to sydneysymphony.com During the tour you’ll uncover rich history, culture and food sources of Aboriginal people. If you’re looking to keep the kids entertained Garden Safari is an adventure in food and nature. The children will have a ball as they hunt for edible plants, use a map to find eight safari stops, answer the quiz questions and unravel the riddle to claim their prize! To find out more about these tours call 9231 8134 or visit rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

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City of Shadows Due to popular demand, the City of Shadows exhibition has returned to the Justice & Police Museum. The exhibition has been updated with new stories about some of its most fascinating photographs. This exhibition casts both an enchanting & disconcerting light

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Hyde Park Barracks was once the nerve centre for the world’s largest system of convict transportation. Over 50,000 of the colony’s 80,000 convicts passed through its gates between 1819 and 1848. A fascinating exhibition at the

on the shadowy underworld of Sydney. Whether you’re a lover of crime, photography, fashion, cars or even streetscapes, City of Shadows is a must see. Open on weekends only and is included in the Sydney Museums Pass. Find out more at sydneylivingmuseums.com.au Hyde Park Barracks Museum tells the story of their crimes, the punishments they endured and the contributions many of them went on to make in Australian society. The magnificent World Heritage listed building is the only convict barracks from Governor Macquarie’s era to have survived. You’ll find the barracks at the southern end of Macquarie Street, near Hyde Park. It’s open from 10am each day. Entry is included with the Sydney Museums Pass (see page 52). Go to sydneylivingmuseums.com.au or call 8239 2211

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Detail © Hannes Lochner/Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2013

Exhibition 29 March – 1 June 2014 Australian Museum 6 College Street, Sydney NSW 2010 Open daily 9.30 am – 5.00 pm t 02 9320 6000 www.australianmuseum.net.au Wildlife Photographer of the Year is co-owned by the Natural History Museum and BBC Worldwide; media partners National Geographic Channel and The Daily Telegraph.

Walk with Taronga’s Lemurs Lemur Forest Adventure ramps up the fun this April at Taronga Zoo, allowing small groups of visitors to walk inside the exhibit and come face to face with our loveable lemur troop. Visitors will follow a path that runs beside the trees, rocks and climbing structures where the lemurs leap, jump and play. Replicating the lemur’s natural habitat of Madagascar this

modern and interactive exhibit includes a forest path where kids will learn interesting facts about forests as well as a stateof-the-art playground. Share an unforgettable experience with these charismatic animals and get closer than ever before. For more information head to taronga.org.au or call 9969 2777.

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EXPLORE THE gritty underbelly of Sydney’s King’s Cross during the 1970s by visiting the State Library of NSW exhibition ‘Kings Cross 1970 to 1971: Photographs by Rennie Ellis’. This evocative series of black and white images by renowned Australian photographer Rennie Ellis features 24 original prints from the State Library’s unrivalled photographic collection. The images featured were taken over the summer of 197071 by Ellis while walking the streets of Kings Cross with fellow photographer Wesley

a fascinating view into the VALID TO 31. 7.14 history of the Jewish Holocaust from the perspective of Anne Frank and her family - Anne Frank is one of the most famous non-survivor of the Holocaust. Her story, so widely told, so well known, has become more than a story of the Holocaust. It’s become a symbol of the struggle by one so powerless against the machinery of hate and bigotry This exhibition is coordinated by Anne Frank House, Amsterdam and has toured globally. To find out more head to

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Stacey. His candid shots of the rich and famous and their parties influenced a generation of younger documentary photographers. Entry is free and running until 11 May 2014. more info visit sl.nsw.gov.au

Red Baron regulars, Kings Cross, 1970 to1971 courtesy State Library of NSW

Anne Frank - A History for Today is on at The Jewish Museum from March 7 to June 8. This insightful and thought provoking exhibition presents

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This month YOU CAN’T visit Sydney without experiencing a brilliant performance at Sydney Theatre. Introducing PERPLEX. Part costume-party, part absurd panic, Perplex is German humour at its elkiest. An accelerating cavalcade of characters play extreme musical chairs. Groping for assurance in a constantly disintegrating reality, will they dodge the metaphysical banana peels thrown in their path? The audience revel in the confusion; the actors suspect the joke is on them. Directed by Sarah Giles (Mrs Warren’s Profession, Griffin Theatre’s

award-winning The Ugly One) she injects devilish humour into this shape-shifting comedy of absurd proportions. You may never leave your partner alone at a fancy dress party again. From 31 Mar to 3 May. To book your seat call 02 9250 1777 or Sydneytheatre.com.au/perplex

On Until 28 April 2014

Taronga Wild! Rhinos Check out Taronga’s world-class sculpture trail,Taronga Wild!Rhinos, through the streets of Sydney’s CBD, outer suburbs and as far as Dubbo. Find all 125 colorful rhino sculptures and help raise awareness of the plight facing rhinos through poaching and habitat loss. Taronga Zoo taronga.org.au/wild-rhinos

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Yoga Under The Sea SEA LIFE Sydney aquarium has launched yoga classes for city dwellers and tourists alike to enjoy an holistic and tranquil experience surrounded by tropical fish and sharks. Treat your mind, body and soul! Yoga classes are every Tuesday from 7am-8am. Online bookings only. SEALIFE Sydney Aquarium sydneyaquarium.com.au

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AMAZE Gallery Visit the Library’s new AMAZE Gallery and experience some of the most iconic, beautiful and quirky artefacts from the State Library’s extraordinary collections. Download the new Curio app to discover surprising and little known stories about the objects on show. State Library NSW sl.nsw.gov.au

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Aboriginal Heritage Tours Join this 90-minute sensory tour lead by an Aboriginal guide to learn about the rich history, culture and food sources of Aboriginal people. Adults $36.50pp and child/student $16.50pp. Enquiries and bookings 9231 8134. Royal Botanic Garden rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

Open until 3 August

Sol LeWitt: Your Mind is Exactly at That Line This exhibition showcases 40 years of LeWitt’s practice, including many works shown in Australia for the first time. Among the highlights are monumental wall drawings made from instructions written by the artist, a previously unrealised ‘concrete structure’ and a comprehensive selection of works on paper and archival material.’ Art Gallery of NSW artgallery.nsw.gov.au

Throughout Autumn 2014

Dandy Lions Throughout autumn, you and your pre-schooler can explore nature through gardening activities, nature-based art and craft, stories, songs and Garden adventures. Bookings essential 9231 8134. Royal Botanic Garden rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

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Guided Walks in the Garden Explore the heritage and plant diversity of the Royal Botanic Garden with a knowledgeable Volunteer Guide. For organised groups, bookings essential 9231 8317. Royal Botanic Garden rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

1 March - 11 May 2014

Artist Colony: Drawing Sydney’s Nature This landmark exhibition brings together for the first time the largest and most comprehensive collection of original artwork from the First Fleet era – many never seen before. The exhibition showcases over 100 rare and evocative natural history drawings from the first decade of Europeans in Sydney. State Library NSW sl.nsw.gov.au

On until 1 June 2014

Khadim Ali: The Haunted Lotus Considers familial ties, the Hazara people and culture, and the emergence of a lawless society in Afghanistan, as well as the construction of morality and ethnic, racial and religious fanaticism. Art Gallery of NSW artgallery.nsw.gov.au

On until the 15 June 2014

Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from The National Museum, Kabul Catch a glimpse into Afghanistan’s ancient culture and those who risked all to protect it. Almost lost forever, the ancient artefacts in this exhibition survived war, looting and a Taliban decree to destroy all images. Art Gallery of NSW artgallery.nsw.gov.au

Sunday 9 March - Sunday 1 June

Garden Safari Bring the kids on a hunt for edible plants! Use the map to find the eight safari stops, answer the quiz questions, unravel the riddle and claim your edible plant prize! Enquiries 9231 8331. Royal Botanic Garden rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

On until 11 May 2014

ArtExpress 2014 A dynamic and popular exhibition featuring a selection of outstanding student artworks developed for the art making component of the HSC examination in Visual Arts, 2013. It includes a broad range of approaches and expressive forms of art. Art Gallery of NSW artgallery.nsw.gov.au

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18 March - 17 August 2014

Home: Photographs of Ethnic Communities by Louise Whelan Australia is one of the world’s great multicultural countries with one in four Australians being born overseas. Sydney based photographer Louise Whelan has spent the last few years photographing ethnic communities throughout NSW. State Library NSW sl.nsw.gov.au

20 March – 14 July 2014

Amazing Whales: Evolution and Survival Be amazed by the wonderful world of whales. Cetaceans, of all the mammals, have undergone a most spectacular evolution, adapting to aquatic life and developing into the diverse range of creatures we know today.

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21 March – 9 June 2014

19th Biennale of Sydney: You Imagine What You Desire 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 Art Gallery of NSW is a major venue and has been part of the Biennale since 1976. Check out their website for further details Biennale of Sydney biennaleofsydney.com.au

29 March - 1 June 2014

Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition Co-owned by the Natural History Museum, London and BBC Wildlife Magazine, this highly renowned exhibition showcases 100 striking photographs of wildlife and nature from around the world. Australian Museum australianmuseum.net.au

29 March – 12 October 2014

Celestial City: Sydney’s Chinese Story Discover the rich history of Sydney’s early Chinese community. From glamorous tearooms to opium dens, race riots to mixed marriages; Celestial City uses archival photographs, stunning family heirlooms and personal stories to tell an absorbing tale of cultural diversity, racial tensions and pioneering identities that spans almost two centuries. Museum of Sydney sydneylivingmuseums.com.au

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A History For Today Discover the reflections of a young girl whose voice survived the Holocaust

March 7 to June 8

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Tuesday 1 April,Tues 6 May,Tues 3 June 2014

Ignoramus Anonymous A supportive space where not knowing and not understanding can be safely confessed as the group shares limitations of knowledge and understanding. Through a simple circle, in which ignorance forces everyone to confront a democratic equality with one another. State Library NSW sl.nsw.gov.au

11 April to 1 Feb 2015

Beautiful Whale – life-size photography by Bryant Austin Come eye-to-eye with whales at sea in this remarkable photographic exhibition. American artist Bryant Austin is the only photographer in the world producing life-size photographs of whales. The exhibition is exclusive and the largest collection of Bryant’s work to date.

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12 - 27 April 2014

Seahorse Safari Take a trip to Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary and go on a seahorse safari these school holidays! The safari includes the chance to search for fossils, a find-theseahorse landscape and an activity book for kids, not to mention lots of fun seahorse facts along the journey!

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12 – 27 April 2014

Furry and Feathered Friends at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo Fun is flying at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo these school holidays for the attraction’s Furry and Feathered Friends event where you will see, touch and discover fuzzy and flying native Australian animals. Booking required 1-800-206-158. WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo WILD-LIFE.com.au

Sunday, 20 April 2014

Egg-cellent Easter Breakfast with Koalas WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo offers the most unique Easter breakfast in Sydney! With cuddly iconic Australian koalas, kid-friendly craft activities, an Easter egg hunt around the Zoo and more. Booking required 1-800-206-158. WILD LIFE Sydney ZOO WILD-LIFE.com.au

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THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2 3D

CALLING ALL Spider-Man fans! The Amazing Spider-Man 2 3D is coming to the world’s largest screen, April 17. What better way to experience this epic blockbuster then at IMAX Sydney, with their crystal clear images that are ten times larger than the traditional cinema format! As Spider-Man

11 April - 4 May 2014

Pinocchio Pinocchio is a fantastic revision of the classic tale of a wooden boy with a nose for trouble. The classic tale by Carlo Collodi is given a 21st century spin and retold as a witty, rocking, music theatre spectacular; a mix of old time theatre fun and a celebration of the ‘whatever’ generation. Sydney Theatre sydneytheatre.com.au/pinocchio 10 – 12 April

Heavenly Schubert Star cellist Lynn Harrell returns to perform Shostakovich’s powerful second cello concerto.Then experience the surging rhythms and resplendent colours of Schubert’s final masterpiece for orchestra, the Great C Major Symphony. For bookings, phone 8215 4600 and quote #9078 for What’s On in Sydney special pricing. Sydney Symphony sydneysymphony.com

12 April – 17 August

Iconic Australian Houses: An Exhibition by Karen McCartney Immerse yourself in a behind-the-scenes exploration of 30 of the most important Australian homes of the past 60 years. Vivid photography, rich illustrations, 3D models and filmed interviews explore the design of these iconic buildings and illustrate the emergence of a distinctively Australian approach to home design. Museum of Sydney sydneylivingmuseums.com.au

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Strictly Luhrmann: Music from the Movies The ‘Director’s Cut’ of Luhrmann soundtracks including suites from Strictly Ballroom to Romeo + Juliet, Moulin Rouge to Australia. Featuring the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs. For bookings, phone 8215 4600 and quote #9078 for What’s On in Sydney special pricing.

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8 – 10 May Enjoy Rachmaninoff ’s Third Piano Concerto, one of the greatest piano concertos ever written, and music from Shostakovich, the greatest symphonist of the 20th century. For bookings, phone 8215 4600 and quote #9078 for What’s On in Sydney special pricing.

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Opens 15 May Godzilla (3D) An epic rebirth to Toho’s iconic Godzilla, this spectacular adventure, pits the world’s most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity’s scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence. For a detailed program of all of the the incredible IMAX 3d shows that are on during Autumn and their viewing times visit IMAX Sydney imax.com.au

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17 May to 5 July

Mojo A hilarious play by Jez Butterworth is a brutally funny journey through the seedy, amphetamine-fuelled London rock scene of the 1950s. Sydney Theatre sydneytheatre.com.au/mojo

24 May – 22 June 2014

World Press Photo 2014 Check out the world’s best photojournalism from 2012, including the work of Australian sports photographers Chris McGrath, Ezra Shaw and Quinn Rooney from Getty Images.The winners of the 57th World Press Photo Contest were selected from over 100,000 images entered. State Library NSW sl.nsw.gov.au

24 May – 22 June 2014

Sydney Morning Herald Photos1440 See an amazing showcase of the best published and unpublished works by Sydney Morning Herald photographers from 2012 to the present. State Library NSW sl.nsw.gov.au

24 May - 15 June 2014

Margaret Flockton Award 2014 exhibition The Margaret Flockton Award is recognised as the leading award of its kind for scientific botanical illustrations in black and white. The exhibition showcases extraordinary botanical details illuminated by the world’s best scientific illustrators. Royal Botanic Garden rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

24 May - 15 June 2014

Botanica - The Art of Seduction: Plants and their Pollinators Botanica is an extraordinary exhibition of works by Australia’s finest botanical artists. This year’s spectacular collection will feature botanical art that captures the diversity and beautiful intricacies of plants and their pollinators. Royal Botanic Garden rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

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Plumes and Pearlshells: Art of The New Guinea Highlands Discover superb pieces used in rituals, for war and in everyday life, including rare gourd masks, painted shields, carved spears and arrows, woven and carved figures, knotted and looped textiles, and elaborately constructed dance masks. Art Gallery of NSW artgallery.nsw.gov.au

2nd June

Birthstone of June Discover your birthstone for the month of June with the exquisite collection of Australian South Sea & Tahitian pearl jewellery.Take the rare opportunity to view a South Sea Pearl pendant and cufflinks which were presented to Princess Catherine and Prince William,The Duke & Dutchess of Cambridge for their Royal Wedding.

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SYDNEY IS a sprawling city of more than four million people, spread over a vast coastal basin with Sydney Harbour as its centrepiece. To the north lies another beautiful waterway – Pittwater and the Hawkesbury – and beyond that the scenic Central Coast and

the Hunter Valley winegrowing region. To the west the city is backed by a section of the Great Dividing Range which runs all the way down the east coast of Australia. The part of the range behind Sydney is called the Blue Mountains – now designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage area for its stunning natural beauty. South of the city you’ll find the Southern Highlands, Wollongong and the South Coast – home to some of the most beautiful beaches and coastal towns in Australia. So there’s a lot to see and do around Sydney other than the city itself. Like most world cities Sydney is served by an excellent public transport

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system, made up of fast electric trains, clean air-conditioned buses and a hard-working fleet of harbour and river ferries. The system is reliable and easy to use, and extremely costeffective since the introduction of the MyMulti tickets. This ticket gives unlimited travel on all government trains, buses and ferries for just $21 per day, or $60 for a whole week with a MyMulti 3 ticket. And the best thing is that MyMulti covers an enormous area – up to the Hunter Valley, out to Katoomba and the Blue Mountains in the west and south to Wollongong and Kiama. It also covers all public transport in and around the city and suburbs, with the exception of the hop-

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on hop-off tourist buses, a couple of non-government ferries and the station access charges to the Domestic and International airport stations on the AirportLink rail line. For instance, as well as getting in and out of the city you can use it to go to Manly by ferry, to Palm Beach on the bus, to Sydney Olympic Park on the rivercat, to Bondi Beach on the Bondi Bendy, to the Blue Mountains by train and all

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Get your bearings around town on one of the red Metrobus services. There are a number of different Metrobus routes criss-crossing the city – from places like Leichhardt to Maroubra Junction, Chatswood to Bondi Junction or Mosman to Newtown and Sydenham – so wherever you are they’ll have you into town fast. They often link with train stations and are high-frequency, running every 10 minutes in peak hour and roughly every 15 – 20 minutes during the middle of the day, in the evening and on weekends. You can purchase MyMulti tickets at any train station or from Sydney Buses TransitShops at Circular Quay, Carrington Street at Wynyard, in York Street outside the QVB and at Railway Square. They are also available at all Sydney Ferries ticket offices and from

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The Sydney Explorer bus stops are within easy walking distance to each of the venues and literally on Hyde Park Barrack’s doorstep. For more info See page 52. View from Sydney Tower Eye

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miles and miles around. And point out all the city’s historic the whole experience is made and geographic landmarks even more interesting since from this high-adrenaline they’ve installed new highvantage point. Then comes powered binoculars and multithe real test. If you’re game lingual touch screens to enough you can venture Stop 3 out on to glass-floored give you an array of facts about what you’re seeing. HOP platforms suspended ON HOP above the city streets OFF BUT IF you’re ready for 268 metres below. It’s like a bit of adventure you walking on air! Sydney can do more than just look out Tower Eye is open every day from inside the observation deck from 10am. SKYWALK starts at the Sydney Tower Eye. If every day at the same time. you’re up to the challenge you And they’re both even better actually walk around the outside value these days with one of of the Tower on SKYWALK. the new Ultimate Sydney Harnessed to a safety rail and Experience pass combining dressed in a special protective entry to Sydney Tower Eye and suit, you will be taken around SKYWALK with a visit to SEA SKYWALK’s external walkways LIFE Sydney Aquarium and by expert guides who will WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo and

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Madame Tussauds at Darling Harbour and Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary at Manly. For more info call 1 800 258 693 or go to sydneytowereye.com.au WHATEVER YOU decide to do next, the easiest way get to all the city’s main attractions is undoubtedly via Sydney Explorer’s convenient hop-on hop-off bus. These bright red, open-topped double-deckers run on a continuous loop

every 15 – 20 minutes all day. You’ll find the route marked in red on the map inside our front cover. The first Sydney tour bus leaves Circular Quay at 8.30am every morning and the last tour finishes around 7.30pm at night. There are 26 stops altogether on the city Explorer route, including the main shopping district, Kings Cross and Woolloomooloo, the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Opera House, Hyde Park and the Australian Museum, the fish markets, half a dozen attractions around Darling Harbour, and of course The Rocks and Circular Quay. The 24 hour ticket is also valid on their sister service, the Bondi and Bays Explorer.

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This bus starts at Central Station from 9.30am daily and heads on out to Bondi beach through Kings Cross and Paddington, returning via some of Sydney’s most exclusive homes in Vaucluse, Rose Bay and Double Bay. You can switch between the City and Bondi services, and hop-on and hop-off as many times as you like throughout the day. The combined ticket covering both services is just $40 for 24 hours – great value in anyone’s language. Full professional commentary is available in English or, on select buses, in 7 languages plus a kids’ channel. You can buy tickets on the bus , online or at the Sydney Visitor Centres and selected hotels. For more info call 9567 8400 or go to sydneyexplorer.com.au

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Get your bearings YOU CAN’T visit Sydney without experiencing the Sydney Opera House, the world-famous landmark and the centre for creativity and entertainment in Sydney. You can choose between a range of different tours when you visit the Opera House. One popular tour is The Sydney Opera House Tour, which takes you beneath the famous sails and right into the theatres, unprecedented VIP backstage venues and always where magic access to the Sydney Opera happens. Follow your guide on a House and is a once-in a-lifetime one hour journey and discover opportunity to experience the the stories behind the creation real-life dramas behind this of this iconic World Heritage site. celebrated performing arts The tour is available in English, centre. Your personal guide French, German, Mandarin, will raise the curtain on what Japanese and Korean. It really goes on beyond Stop 10 operates between 9am the spotlight and reveal HOP and 5pm every day and industry secrets you won’t ON HOP you don’t need to book hear anywhere else. Walk OFF – just turn up to the Box in the footsteps of legends Office. Another great choice is such as Ella Fitzgerald, Pavarotti, the Backstage Tour. This is Mikhail Baryshnikov, Cate the only tour that grants you Blanchett, Vladimir Ashkenazy

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and the Foo Fighters. After your tour, you can re-live the moment by taking home an official photo souvenir or find the perfect gift, quirky one-off piece, or inspiring show memorabilia from the Opera House’s own gift shop. During autumn you’re not going to want to miss Vivid LIVE, a 10-day celebration at Sydney Opera House running from, 23 May to 1 June. This event is full of ambitious popular music and is part of the Vivid Sydney festival of light, music and ideas. During Vivid LIVE you can still book an exclusive Backstage

Tour, you might even catch artists warming up for a Vivid LIVE performance, or chilling out in the Green Room. Complete the VIP experience with breakfast or dinner on the Western Broadwalk, overlooking Sydney Harbour. Throughout VIVID Live the Backstage Tour will run daily at 7am and 6pm. And the Sydney Opera House Tour runs at 6pm and 6.30pm, nightly. Book online and save 10%. Find out more at sydneyoperahouse.com/tours

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Get your bearings Mandarin Climb BridgeClimb BridgeClimb now offers The accepts UnionPay Mandarin Climb, featuring local Mandarin speaking guides. The climb departs daily at 3pm and offers Chinese visitors a chance to fully participate in one of Australia’s iconic experiences.

ANOTHER THING that’s high on most people’s ‘must do’ lists these days is BridgeClimb – the guided walk up the catwalks, ladders and arches that lead to the very top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Nicole Kidman, Justin Timberlake, Cameron Diaz, Robert De Niro, Cate Blanchett and Pierce Brosnan are just a few of the more than 3 million people who have made ‘the climb of

BridgeClimb have made the booking process for Chinese visitors even more simple with www.bridgeclimb.com now accepting UnionPay cards. UnionPay is also accepted over the counter at the BridgeClimb base, café and retail shop.

their life’. It’s absolutely safe, incredibly thrilling and uniquely ‘Sydney’. For the past 15 years most climbs have taken around 3½ hours – including pre-climb preparations and de-briefing – but since the opening of the Climb Base and Visitor Centre at the southern end of the Bridge in Cumberland Street in The Rocks, BridgeClimb has been able to offer The Express Climb that takes just over two hours –

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perfect if you’re on a tight schedule. Whichever length you choose, all climbs take you to the very top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and all are available at dawn (limited departures) during the day, at twilight and at night. But they’re all very popular so early booking is advisable to make sure of getting a time slot that suits your schedule. For bookings phone 8274 7777 or go to bridgeclimb.com

Vivid Climbs During Sydney’s Vivid Festival, 23 May to 9 June, BridgeClimb will be running daily VIVID CLIMBS at night, enabling climbers to see the city and festival lights from the top of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. BridgeClimb will be in full festival spirit with all climbers wearing light vests as they ascend to the summit during the festival.

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Get your bearings Sydney Museums Pass

SYDNEY IS blessed with a rich history that stretches back to the culture and history of the Gadical people, through to the very first days of convict settlement right up to the contemporary life of the modern city. The Sydney Museums Pass can save you 50% on admissions making it easy to experience four of Sydney’s most unique museums including Museum of Sydney, which offers a wonderful overview of Sydney’s history, bridging the two plus centuries between the colony’s first few days and modern Sydney. Hyde Park Barracks Museum is a a World Heritage listed convict site, and the perfect place to experience convict Sydney hands-on. Susannah Place Museum, an untouched

working-class terrace row, which is now a museum that tells the story of its former residents and of The Rocks, which was one of Sydney’s toughest neighbourhoods. And the Justice & Police Museum, Sydney’s home of crime. From bushrangers to razor-gangs, the darker side of our history is evocatively told. Combined, these museums capture the history, people, cultures, places and events that have made contemporary Sydney. It’s never been easier to explore our beautiful city using this all new value-packed pass head to sydneylivingmuseums.com.au

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A SISTER service to the Sydney Explorer – the Bondi and Bays Explorer – runs from Central Railway every day. This tour goes through Kings Cross and Paddington and on to Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach before returning to the city via the posh Eastern suburbs of Vaucluse, Rose Bay and Double Bay. You can hop-on and hop-off the bus at any of the stops along the way, and switch between the Sydney Explorer and the Bondi and Bays Explorer where they intersect in the city – all for one ticket price, the ticket is valid for 24 hours. For more information call 9567 8400.

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Around the harbour

Sydney and its surrounding areas are full of fun and vibrant places to check out on your travels. Here’s your guide to what’s best on the water.

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SYDNEY IS built around a beautiful natural harbour, with much of the foreshore dedicated as National Park. Easy walking trails abound, and some of the best views of the city can be had from the heights around Vaucluse (on the route of the Bondi Explorer bus) or from Bradley’s Head near Taronga Zoo. But you don’t have to just look at the harbour from the shore, because Sydney is well-served by a wide variety of excellent harbour cruises and ferry services. Most

cruises depart from Circular Quay or from the eastern side of Darling Harbour near the Sydney Aquarium wharf. The choice ranges from short jaunts of about one hour to cruises lasting a whole day or evening, from simple crossharbour ferry-boat rides to luxury excursions on milliondollar yachts. Or the thrill of seeing giant whales up close. We’ve listed a selection of the best we could find on the next few pages. Enjoy!

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Harbour fun in the sun WHETHER IT’S a day trip to Taronga Zoo, a seafood lunch off Watson’s Bay or an elegant dinner on the water for 2 or 2000, there is a Captain Cook Cruise for every budget and occasion. Sydney’s largest fleet of cruise and sail boats and rocket ferries offer a choice of more than 20 cruises daily from No.6 Jetty Circular Quay and Pier 26 Darling Harbour.

The award winning twohour Coffee Cruise, featuring personalised commentary and morning or afternoon tea is justifiably world famous. It departs every day at 10am & 2.15pm. Cruise aboard the magnificent MV Sydney 2000 for breakfast, lunch, high tea or dinner. High Tea is a favourite with the girls while the boys just love breakfast with the lot. A

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Explorer Service! You can’t miss these shiny new rockets as they zoom between Circular Quay, Taronga Zoo, Watson’s Bay, Fort Denison, Shark Island, Luna Park, Manly and Darling Harbour. The rockets leaves every 45 minutes from Jetty 6, Circular Quay and Pier 26, Darling Harbour. Twenty-four hour tickets are available from $45 for adults with optional addons for Fort Denison, Shark Island and Manly from $7 per person. Visit captaincook.com.au

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You’ll love the daily seal shows at Taronga Zoo

Visit Taronga Zoo ‘The Zoo with a view’ Situated right on the scenic shores of Sydney Harbour is Taronga Zoo. Its beautifullymanicured grounds offer breathtaking harbour panoramas as well as the largest collection of native and exotic animals in Sydney with over 4000 types of Australian and exotic wildlife, including Sumatran tigers,

majestic lions and a growing family of man’s closest relative, the chimpanzee. You’ll see koalas, kangaroos, platypus, echidnas and a seal show – plus an amazing free-flight bird show where the birds swoop way out over the famous Sydney Harbour and find their way back.

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Taronga Zoo is also very proud of its breeding herd of Asian elephants, another highly endangered species. The baby elephant calves can be seen playing with their mothers and aunts for most of the day in their special paddock. And you won’t be able to miss the beautiful giraffes who have the best views in Sydney. Check out the NEW Lemur Forest Adventure which opened last year. You can enjoy 20 keeper talks and shows daily. For a closer encounter, choose from the Nura Diya Aboriginal discovery tour, the behind-thescenes Taronga Wild Australia Experience, or any other of the interactive guided tours. The easiest way to get to Taronga Zoo from the city is a 12minute boat ride. Regular commuter ferries run from Circular Quay all day, while Captain Cook Cruises and the

Sydney Harbour Eco Hopper operate hop-on, hop-off cruises from both Darling Harbour and Circular Quay. Taronga Zoo is open 9.30am daily. You can download the free audio tour app, for more information go to Taronga.org.au or call 9969 2777 to plan your visit.

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Thar she blows! SEE WHALES up close in their natural environment. Sydney boasts the longest whale watching season of any city in the world. Whales pass Sydney from mid May through to mid-December every year anywhere from 1/2 km to 15 km off the coast. On many occasions last year Sydneysider even had whales enter the harbour and stay from a couple of hours to a couple of days. Sydney has become a mecca for whale watching. With trips departing from the CBD and taking only 20 minutes to be in the prime location for watching whales no wonder so many people are taking advantage of the magnificent wildlife spectacle on Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s door step. Boats departing from the

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whales to ensure the minimum impact on the whales while delivering the maximum experience for the passengers. Take up this opportunity to watch the whales in their natural environment. The crew is very experienced

and they find the whales 99% of the time, although they have no input over the types of activities each trip will witness. This is up to the whales and how they are feeling on the day. Thousands of happy customers have enjoyed the experience, amazed by the abundance of wild life so close to a city center including dolphins, seals, albatross and other sea birds. Call 9583 1199 or visit whalewatchingsydney.net

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THESE DAYS you’re able to get to Manly by fast ferry from either Darling Harbour or Circular Quay. It’s a quick, comfortable journey in these modern air-conditioned vessels – in fact the whole trip takes less than 45 minutes from Darling Harbour and about 15 minutes

from Circular Quay. Light refreshments, tea and coffee are available on board and there’s a licensed bar. For full details and timetables call 9583 1199 or go to manlyfastferry.com.au.

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Sydney 2000 is the most prestigious vessel on the harbour and is synonymous with luxury dining afloat. The 5pm Sunset Dinner is perfect

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aquarium – it’s animal conservation in action. There’s plenty to see when you walk through the underwater tunnels, with huge sharks, stingrays and sea turtles swimming all around you. Plus there’s the fantastic Little Penguin cove, interactive rock pool, beautiful fish displays and guided tours included in the admission price. Open every day from 10am - 5.30pm. What’s on in Sydney readers save 10% off admission. GET YOUR adrenaline pumping and swim with the sharks at Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary. This is the home of Shark Dive Xtreme, one of the world’s only guaranteed extreme underwater shark encounters. Diving with sharks at Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary is an exhilarating experience. The colony of Grey Nurse Sharks range in size from 1 to 3 metres, and when you

for pre-theatre dining while at 7pm you can choose between the Captain’s Club Dinner featuring live entertainment or the Gold Dinner – truly one

do your shark dive with Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary, you get to enter their domain - without cages! Sound scary? The 2.5 hour experience includes a 30 minute dive in Shark Harbour, the 4 million litre ocean tank. Friends and family are able to watch all of the dramatic action from the safety of the underwater viewing tunnel. For further details head to manlysealifesanctuary.com.au

of Sydney’s most memorable gastronomic experiences. For bookings phone 9206 1111 or visit captaincook.com.au.

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Shopping & Dining Sydney SHOP TO your hearts content in Sydney and surrounds! If you love shopping then you’re in the right place! In the city centre you’ll find Westfield Sydney located on Pitt Street. Westfield is the place to go for extreme shopping; you’ll find four massive floors of food and fashion.Take a stroll through the historic Queen Victoria Building and Strand Arcade, most popular for their tastefully restored interiors. Down town shopping abounds in Castlereagh, Elizabeth and King Streets which have the world’s most famous designer brands, including Chanel and Gucci. Here you’ll also find Australia’s two largest department stores, Myer and David Jones.You can also find Top Shop on the corner of King and George Streets. If you’re looking for the ultimate bargain then head to Direct Factory Outlet

(DFO) located in Underwood Rd Homebush. Also check out Birkenhead Point Outlet Centre at Drummoyne; it’s the only place in Sydney where you can shop whilst enjoying the spectacular views of Sydney Harbour and browse through a huge range of fashion, food and lifestyle brands. If you’re looking for trendy boutiques, then head to Paddington’s streets which are lined with clothing, furniture and high end stores. For more colourful bohemian shopping, stop in at the inner city suburb, Newtown. Newtown is full of vintage fashion, music stores, bookshops and antique stores. Sydney is also renowned for hundreds of unique and different markets.The best place to locate these markets is at marketscentral.com.au, your ultimate guide to all of Australia’s fantastic markets!

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Australian quality Opals are a great Aussie souvenir WHILE YOU’RE in Sydney we recommend you stop in at The Australian Opal Cutters, where you’ll find amazing opal pieces made from 100% Australian opals. The Australian Opal Cutters have over 30,000 gorgeous pieces including opals set into jewellery as rings, pendants, earrings and thousands of loose opals with every piece polished and set to perfection! When it comes to opal cutting, these guys know their stuff! Australian Opal Cutters buy directly from the mines and are able to pass the savings on to you. All the fine jewellery comes with a certificate of authenticity providing shoppers with 100% confidence in the quality Stop 4 and value of their purchase. The Australian Opal Cutters

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Must see MORE THAN 16 million visitors come to Darling Harbour every year to see the beautifully landscaped parks, enjoy its many unique attractions and eat at the harbourside cafes and restaurants. Darling Harbour is an easy walk from the city or a short ride on the Monorail (see route in blue

on map inside front cover). Alternatively you can get there by water taxi or ferry from Circular Quay, light rail from Central Railway or via the red hop-on hop-off Sydney Explorer bus from anywhere around the city. Darling Harbour is home to the mind-blowing IMAX Theatre, which boasts the

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world’s largest cinema screen, and to a host of other visitor attractions including the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, the Powerhouse Museum, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, the Chinese Garden and the National Maritime Museum. For up-tothe-minute information call at the Sydney Visitor Centre at Darling Harbour, between

the IMAX Theatre and the playground, or call them on 9240 8788. The first port of call on most people’s visit to Darling Harbour is usually SEALIFE Sydney Aquarium. Nowhere else will you find a bigger display of Australian marine life – including one of the largest collections of sharks anywhere in the world.

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Snorkel with Sharks The chance to snorkel the Great Barrier Reef has arrived, and you won’t even need to leave Sydney! SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium’s brand new, one-of-a-kind experience, Shark Reef Snorkel, will bring guests face-to-fin with some of the ocean’s most amazing creatures in their Great Barrier Reef exhibit, the largest in the world.This 1½ hour experience brings the tranquility and beauty of the heritagelisted landmark to life. Safely protected by a see-through enclosure, this is the ideal way to witness the stunning array of tropical creatures that inhabit the Great Barrier Reef. Guests will receive a full instructional briefing and orientation from a trained expert. With absolutely

no diving experience required this unique opportunity is suitable for ages 5 and above. Shark Reef Snorkel is an exhilarating adventure that can be enjoyed individually or with the whole family! The experience also includes priority admission to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. More info head to sydneyaquarium.com.au

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SAIL INTO Sydney Harbour in style with Sydney Harbour Tall Ships! Sydney Harbour Tall Ships specialise in delivering iconic, yet “out of the box” experiences on magnificent authentic tall ships. Get involved and help hoist the sails or sit back and soak up your surrounds. Climb the mast for a truly “pinch yourself moment” and be rewarded with the most spectacular views of Sydney Harbour. If you’re after family entertainment, don’t miss their new show “Attack of The Pirates on Sydney Harbour”, a thrilling and engaging pirate experience complete with sword fighting and much more! For the ultimate Tall Ships experience you can even spend a night on board the world renowned Tall Ship “Soren Larsen” and see the Harbour like never before, or enjoy their new Burlesque show. Both offer unforgettable experiences that are sure to be the highlight of your visit to Sydney. To find out more head to sydneytallships.com.au or call 1800 825 574

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TAKE A WALK on the wild side with WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo this autumn! Take a look at iconic Aussie habitats and encounter some of the most loved and feared animals that call Australia home. Come faceto-face with Rex, one of the world’s largest crocodiles, walk amongst kangaroos and wallabies, cuddle up to cute koalas for an unforgettable photograph, bravely hold a python, watch a butterfly hatch from a cocoon and loads more! This unique Zoo also features interactive displays, inspiring

and entertaining daily shows, captivating daily feeding sessions and enhanced walk-through habitats. WILD LIFE Sydney ZOO is jam packed with activities including the Furry and Feathered Friends event from 12 - 27 April, where kids will see, touch and discover fuzzy and flying native Australian animals. And finally don’t miss the Egg-cellent Easter Breakfast with Koalas, Sunday, 20 April. Open daily from 9am, for more information visit WILD-LIFE.com.au or call 1-800-206-158.

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THE EXPERIENCE at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo will last around two hours and you’ll find heaps inside! They have an extensive schedule of feeds, talks and shows taking place every day, meaning there’s always something happening, no matter when you visit. WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo is right next door to the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Madame Tussauds and is open from 9am every day (last entry 5pm). And you can SAVE if you buy a multi ticket to the other attractions from WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo. For more information phone 1-800-206-158 or visit WILD-LIFE.com.au

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Madame Tussauds Sydney has added even more AWESOME wax figures to join their ever growing collection at the Darling Harbour attraction. Michael Jackson is a huge hit at Madame Tussauds along with the undisputed “King of Rock and Roll”, Elvis Presley who is currently making his debut at the wax museum. You’ll find Elvis taking pride of place in a special Las Vegas style chapel where he is styled to perfection in his signature rhinestone encrusted jumpsuit. Madame Tussauds Sydney is the only place that lets you step into the world of celebrity, where you can meet, greet, chat up, photograph and even hug your favourite celebrity, all whilst enjoying a range of fun interactive experiences. With 9 exciting

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“You Go Girl” AUSTRALIAN BORN Cate took away the 2014 Oscar for Best Actress in her role in Blue Jasmine. Meet Cate Blanchett Oscar winner at Madame Tussauds.

zones and over 70 wax figures, there’s no place like it in Sydney! Why not come along and jump on stage with Michael or even shake your tail feather with Elvis! For more information call Madame Tussauds: 1 800 205 581 madametussauds.com/sydney

Centennial Parklands Sydney boasts one of the greatest parklands in the world situated just 10 minutes from the CBD on the way to famous Bondi Beach. The Parklands is resplendent with over 15,000 trees and diverse natural beauty. You will discover Australian trees, plants, wildlife, lakes and the famous bat colony.The parklands are easy & safe to explore, walk, run, rollerblade, hire a bike at the bike hire

or even try Horse riding at the Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre. Pop in for a coffee or a delicious lunch at Centennial Parklands Dining, located in the heart of the Park. Next door at Moore Park you’ll find Moore Park Golf which boasts spectacular views of the Sydney city skyline mooreparkgolf.com.au Stop in at the visitors center. Call 9339 6699 or head to centennialparklands.com.au

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NEW to Sydney is JET PACK fun. Learn to fly with the futuristic water powered Jet Pack, an amazing and safe adventure! The jet pack is connected to a jetski exhaust and pumps up to 4000 litres of water per minute, giving you lift off and easy manoeuvrability. Flying has never been this easy and it’s loads of fun. Full training is provided for your solo flight, or opt for the

Tandem Jetpack Experience, where you can experience flying from the new twin seat jetpack. The Australian Flagship Jetpack training and Flight Centre is now open at the Sydney International Regatta centre in Penrith.There are picnic areas so the whole family can enjoy the experience with you! To book go to jetpackadventures.com.au, or call 1800 538 722.

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Must see WHILE YOU are down at Darling Harbour you simply must check out the amazing IMAX Theatre. IMAX’s crystal clear images, ten times larger than the traditional cinema format, will blow your

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mind with pictures so real you want to touch them, effects so powerful you can actually feel them. There are now IMAX theatres scattered around the globe, but the one at Sydney’s Darling Harbour has the biggest screen in the world — it’s more than eight storeys high! There’s a wide variety of films showing every day, and What’s On in Sydney readers save 20% off admission with this voucher. For session times call 9281 3300.

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20% OFF THE BIG TICKET ONE OF our favourite spots in Darling Harbour is the Australian National Maritime Museum. The Museum houses one of the largest fleets of any museum in the world. You can clamber over the submarine Onslow and the destroyer Vampire, see Spirit of Australia – Ken Warby’s boat that still holds the world water-speed record – and climb

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to the public when in port. The ship is one of the world’s most accurate maritime reproductions. It was built and launched in Fremantle, Western Australia on the 9th December 1993. When you come on board Endeavour you may wonder whether James Cook Stop 19 Australian waters and and his crew have invites paying voyage HOP just stepped ashore crew on board to ON HOP somewhere on their experience 18th OFF voyage, so accurate is century sailing. It’s the historical representation a great way to meet likeof shipboard life during the minded adventurers from 18th century. The table is set, Australia and all over the clothes are hung and the cat world, and take in the beauty is slumbering. of the high seas. For more The HMB Endeavour info go to anmm.gov.au replica voyages regularly in

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A VISIT to Sydney is not complete without a visit to Sydney’s oldest and largest market. Paddy’s market is 150 years old, and is not only popular with tourists, but with locals as well. Make sure you take some time to check out the hustle and bustle of Paddy’s Markets which offers an experience like no other. The endless variety of merchandise at this Market

will keep you happily excited. We love Paddy’s because it is not just a market; it’s also an Australian icon with an incredible history and lively atmosphere. You can find Paddy’s at Haymarket and Flemington. Get along and browse the endless aisles of Paddy’s. And don’t forget to grab a famous Paddy’s bargain. Opening hours and info go to paddysmarkets.com.au

SPECTACULAR Cockatoo Island

Cockatoo Island: Sydney Harbour’s largest island and one of Australia’s most fascinating historical sites. Its rich convict and shipbuilding history is easy to explore. Discover a world of contemporary art on the island during the 19th Biennale of Sydney 21st March to 9th June. Stop for lunch or a coffee

at Societé Overboard cafe or the Marina Cafe or enjoy a traditional wood fired pizza at The Island Bar. You can camp overnight on the harbour’s edge or take a short break in one of the luxury houses or apartments. Cockatoo Island is open daily and entry is free. cockatooisland.gov.au

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SKYDIVE ¦ CLIMB ¦ GALLERIES ¦ MUST SEE ¦ MUSEUMS ¦ THEATRE as you’ll find. There is an extensive ala carte menu with the standout being the chef ’s signature dish: whole baked baby barramundi stuffed with prawn Fish at The Rocks and vegetables. The celebrates its 25th anniversary daily specials board is always a this year. At the harbour end treat of choice. You’ll find Fish of Kent Street you’ll find at the Rocks at 29 Kent street. a gourmet family owned Open for lunch Monday to restaurant called Fish at The Friday and dinner seven nights. Rocks. This family-owned Reservations are advisable call seafood restaurant, split over 9252 4614 two levels, with a terrace overlooking Kent Street, is where those in Sydney in the know go for a great meal. The service is warm and friendly and the food as good

FIND YOUR fortune in Sydney. While you’re out and about experiencing all The Rocks has to offer, make sure you stop in at The Argyle Oracle, the meeting place of talented psychics in Sydney since 1993. If you dare you can have your own personal reading with a gifted psychic and find out what the future has in store for you or browse through the vast range of crystals, books, incense,

jewellery, oils, mythical statues, tarot and divination artefacts. The network of English, German and French speaking, psychics provides readings using Tarot, Palmistry, Astrology, Numerology to name a few. Readings are held in private rooms providing a supportive and restful environment.To book your psychic reading phone 02 9247 4982 or go to argyleoracle.com.au

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A VISIT to Sydney is not complete without a visit to Manly. Located at the northern end of Sydney Harbour, a short 30 minute ride by regular ferry or just 20 minutes by Fast Ferry from Circular Quay. Manly is known for it’s Village Lifestyle, cafes and restaurants. The sparkling beach is beautiful and boasts great swimming, surfing, walking and simply hanging out. There are plenty of attractions too. Visit Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary, which gives you a chance to meet some of Australia’s biggest sharks right up close and learn all about our precious marine life. If you’re brave enough you can even get to dive with the Grey Nurse Sharks at Shark Dive Xtreme.You don’t need a diving certificate as they give you plenty of training before the dive, but advance bookings are essential. If diving with sharks is not for you, why not visit the Penguins in the new Penguin Cove? Manly is a breeding habitat for little penguins. The local population is around 60 breeding pairs, and they come ashore to nest every night between July and February.The

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local area has been declared a critical habitat for the population. For full details and bookings call 8251 7877. AT THE core of the relaunch, Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary has opened a new rehabilitation facility for sick and injured sea life. A testament to the need for this facility is the attraction’s recent success in caring for two adult green sea turtles that were rescued on the Northern Beaches. Now able to stay submerged and swim normally, staff are preparing for the final stages of their rehabilitation in the coming months. If you’re already in Manly the best place to get more information about many of the other Manly attractions is the Manly Visitors Bureau in front of Manly Wharf. It’s open seven days, or just call 9977 1088 to speak to a helpful staff member.

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Take a walk along the easy walking tracks through virtually untouched bush land and enjoy stunning views of the city, harbour and ocean. Discover Australia’s Memorial Walk, which commemorates Australia’s involvement in conflicts around the world over the last 150 years. Or wander through the Third Quarantine Cemetery where over 240 people were buried between 1881-1919. Stop off for coffee or lunch at Bella Vista Cafe, open seven days a week. A fascinating 45-minute guided tour through North Fort’s WWII tunnels and gun

emplacements is an exciting addition to your trip. The Visitor Centre is open from 10am to 4pm, and North Fort Tours take place on Sundays. Meet at North Fort, behind the Bella Vista Cafe. For more information on North Head Sanctuary Manly go to harbourtrust.gov.au

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While you’re in Manly we recommend a visit the North Head Sanctuary – Sydney’s secret getaway, with some of the most spectacular views and photo opportunities in Sydney.

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The Koala breeding season is well under way at Featherdale in the Koala breeding habitat. Each year, the Park welcomes up to six joeys that can be seen

Australia’s unique mammals. You can hand-feed the kangaroos, wallabies and emus and get right up close to bilbys, Tasmanian devils, wombats,

climbing on their mums’ backs in the Koala nursery. Visitors are able to meet Koalas face to

dingoes and lots and lots of Australia’s scariest reptiles... there’s even a four-and-a-half metre man-eating saltwater crocodile, but they sure won’t let you hand-feed him! This award-winning wildlife sanctuary is conveniently located in a beautiful natural bush setting mid-way to the Blue Mountains. And What’s On in Sydney readers will save 20% off admission with the special coupon on this page. You’ll find Featherdale at 217 Kildare Road, Doonside. Getting

face throughout the day in the Koala Sanctuary and yes, you can cuddle up to them and take photos for free. Kids will also love petting all the baby animals in the farmyard nursery. Featherdale is home to one of the largest collections of Australian animals in the world, including thousands of native birds, reptiles and all of

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ONLY A SHORT drive from Sydney lie the beautiful Blue Mountains. ,where you will be wowed by spectacular views and attractions. There’s plenty to see and do including bushwalking, camping, picnics, exploring, incredibly creative shopping and much more! During Autumn there is a stellar line up which includes: Celebrate children’s literature at the home of The Magic Pudding, historic

Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum at Faulconbridge on April 14. Ironfest, at Lithgow from April 25 to 27 (ironfest. net) Wander through magnificent autumnal hues at Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount Tomah (mounttomahbotanicgarden. com.au). Mushrooming in the state forests around Oberon or at Lowes Mount Truffiere (lowesmounttruffles.com.au) Winter Magic Festival in Katoomba on June 21 (wintermagic.com.au) Yulefest season at restaurants, guesthouses, hotels and B&Bs. visitbluemountains.com.au

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STOP IN at Scenic World the most UNIQUE way to see the breath-taking scenery, with unlimited rides on the world’s steepest train, the exquisite rainforest. April School holidays is jam packed with adventure at Scenic World; find the Easter bunny on our Easter Sunday Egg Hunt, explore rainforest plant life with Curiously Carnivorous, an interesting interactive plant display and talk. Sculpture at Scenic World will return from April 24 to May 18. 31 artworks from local and Scenic Railway, Australia’s biggest and highest cablecars; Scenic Cableway, Scenic Skyway plus the Scenic Walkway offer 2.4km of elevated boardwalk through international artists. Programmes include guided tours, artist’s talks, lectures and children’s art workshops. Scenic World offers free all day parking, access to the Blue Mountains National Park and onsite dining options in our Terrace Café or EATS270 with views of the Three Sisters. Scenic World is open every day of the year, 9am to 5pm. Plan your adventure today call 4780 0200 or visit scenicworld.com.au

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JUST BEYOND the Hawkesbury River on Sydney’s northern boundary lies a rich playground of unspoilt golden beaches, placid lakes, lush rainforest walks and superb National Parks known as the Central Coast. A favourite weekend escape for Sydneysiders, the

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Central Coast offers visitors a chance to experience some of Australia’s most beautiful natural wonders, just 90 minutes out of the big smoke. The area boasts numerous coastal towns and villages and a host of interesting attractions for visitors to see. Why not tandem skydive over

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the NSW Central Coast from an incredible altitude of up to 14,000 feet soaking up stunning views of the Central Coast beaches, the Entrance and Great Lakes. If you’re looking for the ultimate adrenalin filled weekend, Skydive the Beach and Beyond have an awesome adventure package available – add on an Oz Trike Tour with the ‘Ride and Glide’ package, or take to the skies for a second high with the ‘High Flyer’ package that includes a one hour Airwerx flight experience in a Russian ex-military aircraft. It’s the skydiving experience of

a lifetime - so step outside your comfort zone with the friendly Skydive the Beach and Beyond Central Coast skydiving crew. The experience offers fabulous coastal views over some of the prettiest beaches and national parks in the country. You’ll do the jump strapped to a qualified instructor who is fitted with a clever little wrist camera, so you get a complete video of the whole experience when you’re back on the ground. For full details and bookings telephone 1300 663 634, or go to skydive.com.au

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The Hunter Valley BASED IN the heart of the Hunter Valley at the Newcastle Sport Parachute Club Australia’s oldest skydiving club - Skydive the Beach and Beyond Hunter Valley is located only ten minutes from the birthplace of Australian shiraz the renowned Wyndham Estate. Skydiving over the Hunter Valley wine country from up to 14,000 feet is mind blowing. You’ll experience 60 seconds of life-changing freefall, then float under canopy for 5-7 minutes soaking up spectacular views of the famous Hunter Valley vineyards. And if you’re ready to learn to skydive solo, sign up for an Accelerated Freefall (AFF) course – our drop zone is the birthplace of Australian skydiving. In the Hunter Valley, you’re in safe skies with a skydiving network in operation for over 14 years. So push your boundaries with a Skydive the Beach and Beyond skydiving experience you’ll remember

forever. You’ll get spectacular views of this world-famous wine region and the Hunter River, Great Lakes and Lake Macquarie as you float gently back down to earth. And there’s plenty of opportunity for a spot of wine tasting after the jump. For more information about skydives over the Hunter Valley phone 1300 663 634 or go to skydive.com.au What’s On in Sydney readers will save $30 with this special coupon. IF YOU don’t have your own car you can get to the Central Coast and the Hunter by fast electric train with a MyMulti day pass. These extremely cost-effective tickets cover all forms of public transport in the Greater Sydney region, except hop-on hopoff tourist buses, a couple of non-government ferries and the station access fees to the Sydney Airport stations. For full details go to www.131500. com.au or phone the Transport InfoLine 131 500.

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