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Archive for May 2008

May 23rd, 2008

Sydney Photo Friday: New Years Eve on the Harbour

Sydney is such a beautiful city. Whether you’re looking at that heavenly harbour, the historic architecture, the beautiful beaches, or those hidden spots, there’s a lot to love about this part of the world.
So every Friday I’m going to choose a very special photo to show you just how picturesque Sydney really is. Sydneysiders: I […]

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May 22nd, 2008

Jazz and Shiraz at Cronulla

Wine and music lovers are in for a real treat this weekend when Cronulla hosts the annual Jazz and Shiraz festival.
The event brings together outstanding food from local restaurants and wines from some of the country’s best vineyards.
The jazz portion of the program is also covered with a stellar line-up including the award-winning Elana […]

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May 22nd, 2008

Ultimate Indulgence at the Cheese and Wine Room

I have two big weaknesses: wine and cheese. So I was thrilled to find Sydney has a wonderful little spot designed to satisfy my two great loves. That hallowed place is the GPO Cheese and Wine Room.
Known as the “Temple of Cheese,” it’s recently been given a stylish new facelift. Intimate lighting sets a romantic […]

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May 21st, 2008

Puppies Galore at Dog’s Breakfast

According to Aussie slang a dog’s breakfast is a mess. But that’s not the sort of dog’s breakfast you’ll see if you head to Pyrmont Point on Saturday! Instead there’ll be hundreds of people and their pooches enjoying all the fun of the second annual Vivas Lend Lease Dog’s Breakfast!
A number of very special guests […]

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May 20th, 2008

State Pride on the Line at State of Origin

Its state against state and mate against mate … well you know all the clichés but what it all boils down to is that it’s State of Origin time again. Tomorrow night Sydney hosts the first match of this epic rugby league contest.
So get out there and support the New South Wales Blues as they […]

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May 20th, 2008

Greyhound Gives Back to Customers

Australia’s oldest coachline, Greyhound Australia, is doing their bit to reward loyal customers with a new incentive scheme.
For every five one-way trips on selected routes, Greyhound Australia will give travellers their sixth trip free!
Its current available on five routes, including the Sydney to Canberra journey, but the company hopes to roll out the program to […]

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May 19th, 2008

Sydney Celebrates Italy

Soak up a little taste of the Mediterranean at the fifth annual Sydney Italian Festival. The month long celebrations kick off tomorrow.
The event is your chance to indulge in all things Italian. Activities and events are designed to engage young and old alike with this vibrant European culture.
Italian festivals around the city will host degustation […]

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May 18th, 2008

Restaurants, Bars, and More at Ivy

Image details: Establishment 5th Anniversary Party served by picapp.com

Ivy is the ambitious brainchild of Sydney nightclub mogul Justin Hemmes. His leisure pleasure palace promises to be a one-stop entertainment destination, and the first stage is open right now. Currently guests can dine and drink at one of the venue’s two restaurants and four bars.
Diners can […]

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May 17th, 2008

Discover Cockatoo Island

Cockatoo Island may just be Sydney’s best kept secret. This heritage listed island is smack bang in the middle of stunning Sydney Harbour, and it’s just opened up for overnight camping.
This beautiful island used to be an imperial prison, industrial school, reformatory, and gaol. It was also the site of one of Australia’s biggest shipyards. […]

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May 16th, 2008

Wild Fun at Penrith Whitewater

Australia might not have the wild rapids of the United States or New Zealand, but we have the next best thing at Penrith Whitewater Stadium.
Penrith Whitewater Stadium is the only manmade whitewater riven of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. It’s located an hour from the CDB, but adrenalin junkies will find it well worth […]

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