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Archive for the ‘Attractions’ Category

July 23rd, 2008

Brett Whiteley’s Surry Hills Studio

Few Sydney artists made the impression on the art world that Brett Whiteley did. More than 15 years after his death his works still resonate with life. This is certainly the case for those housed in The Brett Whiteley Studio in Surry Hills.
The artist bought the former warehouse in 1985, and converted it into an […]

By Lauren -- 2 comments

July 3rd, 2008

Sydney’s Top 10 Freebies

There is a perception that you need to spend money to enjoy a day in Sydney. The reality is that it’s simply not true. If you know where you go, you can have a fun day out in the harbour city, and it won’t cost you a cent. With school holidays just around the corner, […]

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May 14th, 2008

Bondi Beach Lives up to its Reputation

Bondi Beach is one of Sydney’s most celebrated spots. Embodying the Australian drawcards of sun, surf, and sand, it’s a favourite of tourists and locals alike. But what is it about Bondi that keeps folks coming back all year round? As it turns out, there’s plenty.
Think location, location, location. It’s just a 20 minute drive […]

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May 13th, 2008

Sydney Welcomes Immigrants to Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour’s newest attraction will be officially unveiled on Sunday. A 100 meter Welcome Wall now stands next to the Australian National Maritime Museum. It was built to honor the millions of immigrants who have made Australia their home.
Make sure you get down to Darling Harbour on Sunday morning for the official unveiling. Viva will […]

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May 5th, 2008

Old Style Grandeur at Vaucluse House

Sydney is a modern metropolis, but drive 10 kilometers out of the CBD and you can step back in time. Vaucluse House  was built in the early nineteenth century, and its stunning grounds and beautiful interior allow us to imagine what it was like to live in colonial times.
The house was built by Sir Thomas […]

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April 28th, 2008

Sydney’s Stunning Churches

When you think about beautiful churches, you probably think about major European cities rather than Sydney. But New South Wales’ capital manages to hold its own, with the stunning St Mary’s Cathedral and St Andrew’s Anglican Church. These beautiful old buildings are a must-see for tourists and locals alike.
St Mary’s Cathedral is located to the […]

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April 15th, 2008

Parisian Toy Boats on Show

Modern talking dolls and electronic games consoles make the toys of yesteryear seem positively archaic. But there’s something beautiful about these simple remnants of the past, toys that relied on a child’s imagination rather than simply spoonfeeding entertainment. If you agree you might want to check out the cool new exhibition at the National Maritime […]

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March 22nd, 2008

Easter Fun at Nutcote

Nutcote is the Neutral Bay home of beloved children’s author and illustrator May Gibbs. The house has been preserved as a museum to celebrate the life of this adored literary figure and her most famous creations, Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, and Bib and Bub.
This historic home was designed for May by BJ Waterhouse. She lived there […]

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March 17th, 2008

Discover Sydney Aquarium and Wildlife World

Animal lovers get a double treat with a Discovery Pass. This new card allows you to visit Sydney Aquarium and Sydney Wildlife World for a combined discounted price.
Adults, kids, families, and students can visit both of these amazing attractions for 20% less than the regular admission prices.
What I love most is that the card is […]

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March 14th, 2008

Dinosaurs Brought Back to Life at Australian Museum

They may have roamed the Earth hundreds of millions of years ago, but dinosaurs are still hot stuff. So it’s no surprise that The Australian Museum’s latest dinosaur exhibition is creating huge buzz even before it opens his doors.
It combines modern day technical wizardry with the large lizards old world appeal to create something which […]

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