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May 31st, 2008

Fire Stations Open Their Doors

If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about the state’s fire departments, here’s your chance. Fire stations all around New South Wales are opening their doors to the public on Sunday.
As part of the open day activities, adults and kids of all ages are encouraged to get down to their local station and see what […]

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May 30th, 2008

Crowne Plaza Launch Three Day Sale

Fancy a Sydney getaway this winter? If you’ve been toying with the idea, you might like to act on it this weekend. Why this weekend? Well that just happens to be when Crowne Plaza launch their massive three-day sale.
From Saturday 31 May to midnight on Monday 2 June rooms in luxurious Crowne Plaza rooms in […]

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May 29th, 2008

All About Sydney Airport

I’ve told you plenty about what to do and see in Sydney, but there’s something I’ve neglected to tell you about in this blog. That’s how to get here! So here’s the skinny.
No matter whether you’re coming from interstate or further abroad, you’ll probably end up at Sydney Airport. The airport services all major Australian […]

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May 28th, 2008

Suburb Spotlight: Balmain

Balmain is one of Sydney’s oldest working class suburbs. It’s got a vibrant village atmosphere, and is home to many of Australia’s actors, writers, musicians, and visual artists.
Where: Five kilometers west of the Sydney CBD
How to get there: Take a 10-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay
Stay: Budget accommodation at Balmain Lodge, or treat yourself to […]

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May 28th, 2008

Food Festival Meets Sustainable Living in Manly

Foodies should get down to Manly this weekend for their 22nd Annual Food and Wine Festival.
Sydney’s top names in food and wine will man stalls stretching along Manly’s Ocean Beachfront and down the Corso to St Matthews Church. That includes 13 Manly restaurants serving a wide range of yummy stuff including seafood, Indian, Thai, Mediterranean, […]

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May 27th, 2008

Sydney Markets Round-up

Sydney is heaven for shoppers. From the inner city to the suburbs, you’ll find fashion outlets and boutique stores to satisfy any budget. Now all that’s well and good, but if you’re looking for something really unique and an unbeatable atmosphere, you’ve got to check out the markets.
Weekend is market time in Sydney, and you’ll […]

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May 26th, 2008

Take The Journey

Before you set off for your journey, it might be an idea to pick up The Journey? What? Let me explain. The Journey is a clever little wheelie bag designed to make your travelling experiences easier.
Why spend time waiting around the baggage carousel when you can fit everything you need for a weekend away in […]

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May 26th, 2008

Run for Fun at Balmoral

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Adults and kids are encouraged to get out and exercise this weekend for a good cause. Two events will be held in Balmoral to raise money for children’s hospitals around New South Wales.
Anyone looking for a challenge can participate in the Westpac Balmoral Burn. […]

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May 25th, 2008

Have a Dry July

I think it’s safe to say that Aussies love a drink. Birthdays, weekends, good days, bad days, all seem like good opportunities to celebrate with an ice cold beer or a good bottle of wine. In fact, the idea of taking a month off from the grog sounds like a real challenge!
But that’s exactly what […]

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May 24th, 2008

Tea for Two, Or Even More!

It seems everything old is new again. High tea is the latest craze inspiring girls who enjoy the finer things in life.
Several teas are on offer around Sydney, although strictly speaking they’re not exactly the “high teas” the Brits enjoyed in the 1700s. Today’s version is a more decadent affair, with pastries, chocolate covered strawberries, […]

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