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July 15th, 2008

Suburb Spotlight: Bondi

Bondi is one of Sydney’s most iconic suburbs, thanks to that world-famous beach. But there’s much more to this happening hotspot than sun, surf, and sand.
Where: Eleven kilometers from the city center, in Sydney’s eastern suburbs
How to get there: Take the train to Bondi Junction, or hop on the Bondi Explorer bus
Stay: Backpackers love Bondi, […]

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June 28th, 2008

Walk Bondi to Bronte

It may be too cold to hit the waves right now, but you can enjoy the beautiful beach views of Bondi and Bronte all year round. Just take this easy seaside stroll to appreciate all the ocean has to offer.
The walk begins at the southern end of Bondi Beach, near the Bondi Icebergs swimming pool […]

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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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February 22nd, 2008

Bondi Welcomes Bowl-a-rama

More than 40 of the world’s top skaters will hit Bondi tomorrow for Bowl-a-rama, the biggest pro-skate comp in the Southern Hemisphere. 
International stars like Steve Caballero, Bucky Lasek, and Omar Hassan will skate alongside Australia’s own Corbin Harris and some hot upcoming local talent. And this year it’s not just about the men either. For […]

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January 27th, 2008

Bondi Beach Named Heritage Site

Australia’s most iconic beach, Bondi, has just been added to the National Heritage List. It joins 75 other Aussie sites on the list, including the Great Barrier Reef, Port Arthur, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, and the Sydney Opera House.
It’s an honour that’s well overdue for this haven for surfers, tourists, and families.
“What can be more […]

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January 4th, 2008

Short Films on Show at Flickerfest

Seventeen years ago, Flickerfest was a small film festival staged at Balmain High School. Today it’s a massive event staged over 10 days at Bondi Beach. It’s Sydney’s first beachside cinema experience, and Australia’s only competitive international short film festival.
Flickerfest allows filmgoers to watch many short films never seen before in a relaxed outdoor environment. The […]

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September 26th, 2007

Sydney’s Top 10 Beaches

Sydney’s weather is starting to heat up and the locals are heading back to the beach. But with so many beaches in New South Wales’ capital, it can be difficult to decide where to go.
To make your choice a little easier, I’ve put together my top 10 places (in no particular order) to catch some […]

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