The Sydney Traveler

Celebrate sun, surf, and sand with the Summer Moments exhibition opening this Thursday.
The exhibition sees 12 local painters and two photographs interpret the sunny season of summer! Virginia Bucknell, Anita van Grootveld, Joanna Jaraczewska, and Janicke Johansen are just some of the contributing artists.
“Summer Moments invites its viewers to admire the variety of artistic interpretations of the summer theme and celebrates the gift of life in a myriad of styles,” said Inna Moshkovich, Art Moment Gallery’s curator and abstract artist.
The exhibition will show until December 24, making it a welcome respite from the heat and from the Christmas shopping!
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As the mercury soared today I figured I’d do my best to cool you down. This photo might just do it! I love this shot of the whitewater breaking over the pool at Bondi Beach.
Image source: Tarotastic @ Flickr

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No matter how old I get, and how many high-tech toys I acquire, flying a kite remains one of life’s great pleasures. It seems a lot of people agree with me because the Festival of the Winds is celebrating its 30th birthday tomorrow!
The skies will come alive in a flurry of color when hundreds of kites of all shapes and sizes take flight. Look out for the international guests flying kites all the way from India, Malaysia, China, and Japan! These guys take their kites pretty seriously, but the event is open to all kite lovers.
If you don’t have one …read more

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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, and Sinclairs Bondi Budget Accommodation, Surfside Bondi Beach, and Bondi Beachouse YHA are some of their most popular haunts. For something a little more upmarket, I recommend the Swiss-Grand Resort and Spa
Eat: Campbell Parade is the place to go for excellent cafes and restaurants, as …read more

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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 Follow the path for 2.5 kays to Bronte Beach, a popular family spot with its shady lawns and easy waves.
You don’t have to be a fitness freak to enjoy this walk. Take it at a leisurely pace and you’ll be done in an hour. Honestly, …read more

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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 from the CBD, making Bondi the closest ocean beach to the city centre.
Bondi’s blue waves meet one kilometer of soft white sand. You can get out and frolic in the ocean, or enjoy a couple of laps in the calm of the Bondi Icebergs pool. …read more

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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 the first time ever, Bowl-a-rama will show what the girls can do with a professional female riders comp.
More than 5000 spectators are expected to turn out, so make sure you get there early for a prime viewing position.
Date: Saturday 23 February
Time: 11 am to 6 …read more

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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 Australian than Bondi Beach? The sun, the sand, the lifesavers, the sense of place that is so strong here,” Environment, Heritage, and Arts Minister Peter Garrett told the Sydney Morning Herald.
“This is a fantastic day for Bondi Beach and it’s fantastic to see Bondi recognised …read more

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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 2008 films promise to be better than ever before, after organisers received a record 1300 entries.
In 2008, Flickerfest will screen 15 different short film programs, including international shorts, Australian works, documentaries, and animated pieces.
The animated program The Bold, The Brave, and The Best, is suitable …read more

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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 rays.

Bondi Beach is Australia’s most famous. This means two things. It’s got fantastic waves, worthy of the accolade. It also gets very crowded. However, it’s a great place for a surf or a spot of people watching. There are also some fantastic eateries just across …read more

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