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WHERE TO BEGIN
Most must-do attractions are located in the city centre - or around the world-class harbour. Australia’s two most identified icons are at Circular Quay; Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. From the Quay you can also catch a ferry to Manly, Taronga Zoo or Luna Park. Between the Quay and the Bridge is the Rocks Precinct, Sydney’s oldest European settlement. The Rocks Discovery Museum is a good place to learn more about this area. Nearby Sydney Harbour YHA offers an excellent archaeological dig and the Australian Hotel some excellent local refreshments. Darling Harbour, much younger than the Rocks, was
redeveloped in the late 1980’s into an entertainment and retail quarter. Here you will find Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney Aquarium, WILDlife Sydney Zoo and Harbourside Shopping Centre. Harbourside has an excellent range of cafes, bars, restaurants and retail shops. South of Darling Harbour is Chinatown, but just before that is the excellent ‘Ming Dynasty styled’ Chinese Garden of Friendship. Chinatown has excellent dining and shopping options including Paddy’s Markets – open Wednesday to Sunday. For more information regarding attractions, markets and museums in Sydney, go to p48-49 of this guide.
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FINDING YOUR WAY
Sydney City North The Rocks and Circular Quay are the ‘colonial historic’ heart of Sydney and are great places to start exploring. Drop into the Customs House to kick off your day. You’ll also find the international icons of Sydney; the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
famous beach is just a 30 minute bus ride from the city centre. Alternatively you can catch a train to Bondi Junction, but remember you are still quite a walk to the beach. Kings Cross, Surry Hills, and Darlinghurst are all great stopping off points and are also some of the best places for going out.
Sydney’s Northside
Sydney City South Darling Harbour is now an entertainment and event mecca for Sydneysider’s and tourists alike. While further south, the Chinese Garden of Friendship leads you into the Chinese district or “Chinatown” with another of Sydney’s icons at its heart – Paddy’s Markets; a great place to shop. Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs Sydney is synonymous with Bondi Beach and that’s hardly surprising as you’ll find this 6 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
Easily accessible by ferry or bus, Manly Beach is just 30 mins from the city centre. Famous for its surf school and surf gear shopping. Come to Manly for a great day out and you might find it hard to leave. Also over here is Kirribilli and Kirribilli House – the official Sydney residence of the Australian Prime Minister. Sydney’s Inner West The Inner West’s most famous suburbs are Glebe and Balmain, known for their bohemian lifestyle, markets, and arts. But two more are fast catching up; Leichhardt with its strong Italian feel and Rozelle with its cool local vibe, an excellent indigenous art gallery and community markets on Saturday and Sunday.
Sydney’s South
Sydney’s Northern Beaches Palm Beach (is Summer Bay of Home & Away fame) is at the very top, but you will pass more than a dozen others on the way, so stop by and see a few. Sydney’s northern beaches are truly world-class. Try one or try them all on an ambitious day out. Or, like so many of Sydney’s own, move there!
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Historically Redfern and Eveleigh have a troubled reputation but times are changing and arts, culture, and local festivities are bringing this bygone area to life. There is also some excellent outlet (discount) shopping further south at Green Square and Alexandria. Sydney’s Southern Beaches From renowned surfing and surfer beach Maroubra to the most southerly beach in Sydney accessible by train, Cronulla, Sydney’s southern beaches are where you are more likely to meet locals than tourists.
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BUS, FERRIES & TRAINS Buses, ferries, trains and light rail can get you everywhere you need to go in Sydney and Sydney’s bus network is excellent. The MyBus tickets are a great value way for tourists to get around, as you can buy one for as little as $2.30 a single trip, or get a TravelTen (10 trips) for $18.40. Some tickets offer more or less services, so check the fine print or ask for details. Tickets are available from Transport Shops. These are conveniently located at Wynyard, Circular Quay, Town Hall and Railway Square (near Central) stations. Tickets are also available from 7 Eleven, newsagents, Australia Post Shops and kiosks. FREE City Bus – Route 555
Intercity Coaches Sydney Coach Terminal (02 9281 9366) sells tickets for Greyhound, Australia Wide Coaches, Firefly, Premier and Port Stephen’s Coaches. They are located in Eddy Avenue. Ferries
The majority of ferries operate from Circular Quay. You can also reach Darling Harbour, Balmain, Taronga Zoo, Manly and Watsons Bay by ferry. Ferry info: 131 500. Trains
The Free Sydney CBD Shuttle service operates from Central Station to Circular Quay via George Street in both directions. This service runs every 10 minutes, weekdays: 9.30am to 3.30pm, with a late finish of 9pm on Thursday evenings. Weekends: 9.00am to 6.00pm.
There are numerous lines into the City and the main train stations are Central, Town Hall and Wynyard. Use the train map opposite to see which line you need. Sydney Trains runs regular services to Newcastle, Woollongong and Katoomba (Blue Mountains), these are also on the Sydney network and are priced accordingly. Train info: 131 500. Taxis Taxis in Sydney operate 24 hours a day and are very efficient. Use cash to save money on credit card fees. Premier Cabs: 13 10 17. thewordaustralia.com.au 9
WHAT’S ON Until 14 Sept. Theatre of dreams, theatre of play: no and kyogen in Japan
Experience 170 works of masks, paintings, costumes and more from the National Noh Theatre, Tokyo and the Agency of Cultural Affairs, Japan. This is the first time noand kyogen theatre has been shown in Australia. See more at: artgallery.nsw.gov. au/exhibitions/theatre-of-dreamstheatre-of-play
Until 7 Dec. First Hand Aboriginal Workshops and Markets
Come join the Aboriginal festival of song, dance and food of authentic Aboriginal workshops including traditional basket weaving, spearmaking and shell art workshops first Sunday of the month. There will be educational information along with activities for kids. See more at: sydneyaboriginaltours. com.au/first-hand/
13 Sept. - 12 Oct. Floriade 2014, Canberra
Australia’s biggest celebration of Spring, an iconic event showcasing one million flowers in bloom throughout Canberra’s Commonwealth Park. Entry is free. Over five amazing nights the Park comes to life with Floriade NightFest - featuring great live music acts, renowned comedians plus DJs, night markets and roving entertainment. See it all from the ground or contact Canberra Balloons for ‘special Floriade flights’ 02 6249 8660 canberraballoons.com.au See more at: floriadeaustralia.com
19 Sept. - 12 Oct. Art and About Sydney
4 - 7 Sept. Sydney Underground Film Festival
The Sydney Underground Film Festival returns this September with a diverse range of indie, experimental, unique, artistic, boundary-pushing, and mindbending bunch of films. Those with an enthusiasm for cinema will enjoy the special events, live guests, Q and As, and opening/closing parties. See more at: suff.com.au 10 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
Sydney’s biggest collaborative art festival will entertain you with outdoor theatres of live music and performances. Also, there is photography of Sydney Life and Little Sydney Lives of large-scale photos of the city captured through the lenses of Sydneysiders, young and old. See more at: artandabout.com.au
26 - 28 Sept. Sydney Magic Festival
Sydney Magic Festival will connect the public with magicians during the spring school holidays. An amazing list of magicians including Australia’s number one Lady magician SueAnne Webster, with her world famous “I dream of Jeannie” tribute show. There’s something for everyone. See more at: ozmagifest.com
12 - 30 Oct. Bondiworldexpo
Come rediscover Bondi Beach from a unique perspective of photographic environments and landscapes. This exhibition seeks to look at the life between the seagulls and humans that inhabit the beautiful beach. Two world - one beach. See more at: bondiworldexpo.com
October Good Food Month
Food lovers come enjoy Australia’s largest food festival. Sydney and the region of New South Wales celebrate culinary excellences throughout October. Good Food Month, presented by Citi, includes events like Asian-inspired Night Noodle Markets and Shoot the Chef culinary photographic competition. See more at: goodfoodmonth.com
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WHAT’S ON 17 - 19 Oct.
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Parramasala
Celebrate the cultures of Asia and Parramatta’s many diverse communities at this international contemporary arts festival. The Festival includes free concerts, performances, exhibits and food, handicrafts markets in that reflect the cultural riches of Parramatta and Western Sydney. See more at: parramasala.com
Sculpture by the Sea
Back for an 18th year and returns to the stunning Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk. See the free-to-thepublic outdoor sculpture park featuring over 100 sculptures by artists from Australia and across the world. See more at: sculpturebythesea.com
6-22 Nov. Australian Ballet’s La Bayadere 4- 6 Oct Manly Jazz
Come to enjoy the beautiful Manly Beach with your friends and family listening to national and International Artists at the Manly Jazz. See more at: manlyvibe.com.au
Fall in love with the spectacular world of The Australian Ballet’s La Bayadère. Stanton Welch’s reimagines a classic in this epic story of love and forbidden passion, with opulent colours, costumes and sets inspired by 19th century visions of the exotic East. See more at: australianballet.com.au
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ADVENTURE SKYDIVE
Go High or Get Wet BY CHRIS HARRISON Looking for the ultimate rush while you are travelling?, now is the perfect time to do those things you normally wouldn’t do back home. Whether it’s skydiving, hot air ballooning, flyboarding or surfing we has done all the research for you. place to finally take the leap. For most travellers, tandem skydiving is the way to go. A tandem skydive only requires 15 - 20 minutes of practical training before you CONT 15 >
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ADVENTURE BALLOONING & FLYBOARDING Hot Air Ballooning So how does a hot air balloon actually fly? First the balloon is inflated with cold and hot air using a burner. Once the balloon is airborne the pilot cannot steer the balloon. Instead wind currents and the height of the balloon determines its direction. Ballooning is kind of like sailing, but through the air instead of on
water. Ballooning is not always a quiet experience though - the burner can make things rather noisy! Try Hot Air Ballooning with Canberra Balloons 02 6285 1540 canberraballoons.com.au Flyboarding Want to fly AND get wet? Something unique has just flown into Australia and this ‘adventure’ has to be tried to be believed. Think jet-ski power and some wakeboard bindings: think about being launched out of the water on two jets of water and you have control. Fly to Cairns and try this with Flyboard Cairns 0487 921 714 flyboardcairns.com.au
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are deemed ready < FROM 13 to take to the sky. A qualified instructor is strapped to your back and all you have to worry about is enjoying the ride! Do your own research to find the most suitable package including price, convenience and availability of extras like videos and digital photos.
You also need to think about the kind of view you want to absorb while floating to the ground. The best advice is to go as high as you can. You’ll get a full minute of free-fall from 14,000 feet and experience speeds of around 200 km/ph. Maximum weight limits apply for skydiving, if you weigh under CONT 17 > 95 kilograms and
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ADVENTURE SURFING To get wet in a more traditional way give Mojosurf Adventures a call 1800 113 044. No experience needed, all instructors are qualified and all equipment is supplied. Mojosurf have their own surf camp at Spot X, between Sydney and Byron Bay. After a big day in the surf, you can chill out by the open fire and share one of your epic stories. With golden sandy beaches, aqua blue water and no crowds Australia’s surf culture is one of the most celebrated lifestyles on the planet. There are beach parties, beautiful remote locations and of
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< FROM 15 youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll befine, but if you weigh over 95 kilograms, fitness and wind conditions need to be considered beforehand and you will also have to pay an additional fee. If you weigh over 110 kilograms, you are unlikely to be eligible to skydive. Once the big day arrives, wear sneakers and loose comfy clothing as tight clothes are uncomfortable when the harness is tightened. Also, if you wear prescription glasses, ask if special goggles are available you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss anything on your float down to land! Resist the urge to have a big night before your dive. For safety reasons you are not allowed to drink alcohol for eight hours before a skydive.
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BONDI BEACH Just 20 minutes by bus (catch the 333 from Elizabeth Street/ Bathurst Street), everyone wants to check out Bondi Beach. There are also heaps of great cafes and restaurants along Campbell Parade. Why not make a day of it, go for a swim or surf and then grab a bite in one for lunch or dinner. Three things to do Aboriginal Rock Carvings On the sea side of Bondi Golf Course, stands a substantial panel of Aboriginal rock carvings depicting various fish species. The largest group shows an eightâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;metre shark.
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Bondi to Coogee walk This clifftop he walk extends for six km from Bondi to Coogee and features stunning views, parks, cliffs, bays and rock pools. bonditocoogeewalk.com.au Bondi Lifesavers If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen the TV show, you will find the tanned Aussie boys in their lifesaving tower, just below the Pavilion.
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CHEAP EATS Jambo Jambo African Restaurant
Shop 16, Plaza 103-111 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest “Delicious, unusual food, with a lovely decor”
Churrasco
60-70 William Street, Woolloomooloo “meat, meat & more meat”
Kelly’s on King
285 King Street, Newtown “best Irish bar in the Inner West”
The Baxter Inn
152-156 Clarence Street, Sydney “no bookings allowed, all welcome”
Side Bar
509 Pitt Street, Sydney “mix with the world”
Scubar
Cnr Rawson Place & Rawson Lane, Haymarket “Monday night crab racing”
Norfolk Hotel
305 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills “Joker Poker and $10 steaks”
URBAN SHOPPING Cordelia’s Cafe
586 Darling Street, Rozelle “Gluten-Free & Vegan Friendly”
Flying Fajita Sistas
65 Glebe Point Road, Glebe “good cheap Mexican food”
Beautiful Burgers
Paddy’s Market
off Quay Street, Haymarket “Australia’s original Market”
Market Square, Lane Cove “a locals’ shopping strip”
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Broadway Shopping Centre 1 Bay Street, Broadway “be you, everyone else is taken”
Oxford Street, Paddington “eclectic and student grunge”
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COASTAL WALKS South Head
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Bondi Beach – Coogee Beach
“Sydney’s picturesque walk”
Spit Bridge – Manly Beach “11km easy to moderate”
Sydney Harbour Foreshore “from Neilson Park to Rose Bay”
Watson’s Bay to Bondi Beach “follow the cliff tops”
NIGHTS OUT The Reginald Theatre
City Rd & Cleveland St, Chippendale “great for theatre and dance performances”
Strike Bowling
22 The Promenade, King Street Wharf “fun for all ages”
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182 St Johns Road, Glebe “Sydney’s weekly improv ensemble”
Haymarket Hotel
661-663 George Street, Haymarket “elegance of lounge bars of yesteryear”
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North Head
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E X PLORE R ’ S WAY A D E L A I D E TO DARWIN DAY 1 Adelaide to Wilpena Pound – 450km Drive north from Adelaide to the wineries of the Clare Valley. Continue travelling north to Wilpena Pound, arriving in time to experience the magnificent sunset over the surrounding ranges.
DAY 2 Wilpena Pound to Parachilna – 144 km Take an early morning hike to the peak of the ranges, then travel through the Brachina Gorge to Parachilna and the famous Prairie Hotel. For dinner try the feral mixed grill.
DAY 3 Parachilna to Arkaroola – 199km Travel to Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary via the Parachilna Gorge. Don’t miss the spectacular night sky on the observatory tour.
DAY 4 Arkaroola to William Creek – 450km Take an early morning Ridge Top tour for spectacular outback scenery and hair-raising 4WD adventure. Travel along the Oodnadatta Track to William Creek, with a stop at Coward Springs for a soak in the thermal pool.
DAY 5 William Creek to Coober Pedy – 167km Drive to Coober Pedy, Australia’s unique underground town. Visit the spectacular Breakaways ranges, try to find your fortune fossicking for opals and stay in an underground hostel or campsite.
DAY 6 Coober Pedy to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park – 751km Travel along the Stuart and Lassiter Highways to Yulara, gateway to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, arriving in time to cook up an outback BBQ for dinner at the Outback Pioneer saloon.
PLOT YOUR JOURNEY DAY 7 Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Kings Canyon – 300km Spend the morning exploring Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park, try your hand at traditional dot painting and witness the ever changing colours of iconic Uluru at sunrise from the back of a camel.
DAY 8 Kings Canyon to Alice Springs – 472km Take the 6km Rim Walk around Kings Canyon for spectacular views and rock formations before departing for Alice Springs.
DAY 9 Alice Springs to Tennant Creek – 510km Take an early morning quad biking tour or hot air balloon ride before travelling to Tennant Creek via a stop at the mysterious Devils Marbles.
DAY 10 Tennant Creek to Daly Waters – 394km Continue north along the Stuart Highway to Daly Waters, home of the historic Daly Waters Pub, a watering hole for locals and travellers alike.
DAY 11 Daly Waters to Katherine – 270km Drive north to Mataranka for a swim in the thermal springs before travelling to Katherine, home of the magnificent Nitmiluk National Park.
DAY 12 Katherine to Darwin – 316km Take a cruise through Katherine Gorge to see waterfalls, Aboriginal rock art and wildlife. Continue your journey to Darwin and the last stop on the Explorer’s Way. If you have any extra time, take a detour into world renowned Kakadu National Park.
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NORTHERN TERRITORY
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SOUTH AUSTRALIA Coober Pedy Flinders Ranges Clare Valley NEW SOUTH WALES A.C.T Kangaroo Island
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Northern Territory The Northern Territory is known around the world for its natural icons, including Kakadu and Uluru, as well as an ancient Aboriginal culture, diverse landscapes, amazing wildlife, colourful characters and endless opportunities for adventure. www.australiasoutback.com
South Australia South Australia offers visitors an amazingly diverse range of authentic experiences, from untouched wilderness and the legendary Outback, to stunning, pristine coastline and incredible wildlife. www.southaustralia.com
EYRE PENINSULAR Great White Sharks? Port Lincoln is a quaint seaside town with a great vibe. Eyre Peninsula is a haven for seafood lovers looking for the best catch, from Port’s own fresh tuna sashimi to Coffin Bay’s oysters. In South Australia, west of Adelaide, the Eyre Peninsular is a big DO kinda place. A unique region that will not disappoint any traveller. Brimming with fantastic seafood and world-beating wildlife experiences. Where else will you get the opportunity to swim with blue fin tuna, sea lions, dolphins, and
Travel with: Nullarbor Traveller are a local operator with many year’s experience in this region – 1800 816 858 thetraveller.net.au Stay with: Stay at Coodlie Park Farm Retreat, a unique 3000 acre rural property and an ideal base for your Eyre Peninsula experiences. 08 8687 0411 coodliepark.com.au
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RED CENTRE ULURU
Uluru, Kata Tjuta & Kings Canyon BY CHRIS HARRISON Vast is an understatement, I peek out the window as we come into land and the view is just awesome. I am about to land in the very centre of Australia, at Yulara (Uluru) Airport. As my plane descends I begin to grasp the scale of the world’s largest monolith (rock). I’ve been wanting to visit Uluru for many years and my excitement is almost tangible. Yulara will be the starting point of my very first ‘Aussie Outback Adventure’ and where better to experience the true outback but in Central Australia. I am also touring Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon and visiting Alice Springs. After my airport pick up I meet my 18 travel companions and Nick, our Adventure Tours Australia guide for the next three days. Nick explains that Kata Tjuta, our first stop, is the lesser known cousin of Uluru but will be no less spectacular. On arrival my eyes are immediately 34 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
drawn to the formation of the 36 individual domes. Tony, an Aussie in our group, tells us the highest point of Kata Tjuta is actually higher than Uluru. Mount Olga, is 546 metres, 200 metres higher than Uluru. Kata Tjuta has a magnetic quality about it and draws you in. We walk around the formations for a couple of hours and are mesmerised by the beauty. Later that day Nick takes us to a viewing area for the renowned Uluru sunset. After the sun goes down the outback surprises you. We are travelling in July (mid-winter)
and while the days are warm (18-24’C) the evenings are bitterly cold (-2’C). So if you are travelling on a budget and sleeping in a tent or a swag (a waterproof sleeping bag cover) be prepared for a cold night. Some say the swags are warmer than the tents. I say not in the middle of the night when you’re getting up for a leak. The benefits though far outweigh the night cold – sunsets, sunrises, campfires, starry nights, full moons in the outback – all truly spectacular! We get up early, have a hot cooked breakfast and are back on the road to the platform for the sunrise over Uluru. Its just amazing how different the red colours are from the sunset the night before. The rock really changes colour and makes for the perfect picture. Following sunrise we meet Vincent – our Mala walk guide. He is both Aboriginal and political. But I really think all he wants to do is impart something of the central Australian indigenous culture to tourists. Their stories are handed down Aboriginal
generations, but interestingly from grandparent to grandchild, skipping a generation. We are asked not to photograph parts of the rock or climb it. Vincent explains that as he isn’t a part of the local tribe and therefore he hasn’t ‘climbed the rock’, so why should we. I respect the Aboriginal people and the local tribe so I won’t be climbing Uluru. I could have gazed upon Uluru for days but then there is Kings Canyon. With its sheer cliffs, remote waterholes and bluffs it has to be see to be believed. We enter into our 5km hike, I am shocked by the rock walls. They looked to be painted and placed in a gallery instead of a desert. This is a place of remarkable beauty. • Adventure Tours Australia, 3 day Uluru Safari 1300 654 604 adventuretours.com.au > thewordaustralia.com.au 35
RED CENTRE ALICE SPRINGS
Alice Springs BY CHRIS HARRISON Today started with a short drive to Undoolya Cattle Station. Its still family owned and is currently home to the 6th generation of the Hayes family. I’ve come to get an adrenalin high with some quad-biking around the oldest working cattle station in the Northern Territory. No licence necessary, just a quick safety briefing and I climb onboard a 400 horse power Polaris Quad Bike. Within minutes we are off down the nearest dry creek bed and kicking up dirt as we go. Details about mustering up the livestock, calving and waterholes are all included in the tour. There is plenty to keep you busy in Alice – the free
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walking tour from the visitor centre on the mall is a good place to start. Also drop into the Reptile Park for an hour or two. See some of Australia’s deadliest snakes and listen an informative talk. The Kangaroo Sanctuary (kangaroosanctuary. com) is an excellent evening activity. Don’t miss Brolga (the owner) fighting with Roger the big male red kangaroo. • Outback Quad Adventures, 2 hour tour 08 8953 0697 oqa.com.au • Reptile Centre, 08 8952 8900 reptilecentre.com.au • The Kangaroo Sanctuary, 08 8953 0127 cbbtours.com.au/tours Getting there: Fly: Virgin Australia and Jetstar fly directly from Sydney to Uluru. Qantas fly to Alice Springs but check prices and book early. Car: Adelaide to Alice Springs is over 1,500kms and takes over 16 hours. Train: The Ghan has been travelling Adelaide to Darwin and back for over 80 years.
WESTERN SYDNEY
Almost half of Sydney’s 4 million residents actually live “out west.” That’s about 1 in every 11 Australians. No wonder the Wanderers, the new ‘A-League soccer team’ is based out here. Apart from the Wanderers the new Australian Rules franchise for Western Sydney ‘the Giants’.
Sport and sporting facilities are BIG in Western Sydney, you can visit the famous Sydney Olympic Park, home of the 2000 Summer Olympics and one of Sydney’s greatest venues for sporting and special events. The Western Sydney International Dragway and Sydney International Regatta Centre are also all based out this way. More tourism orientated is Featherdale Wildlife Park, home of over 2,000 animals. You can cuddle up to a koala and hand-feed kangaroos, emus, and wallabies. Other smaller animals, such as bilbies, are ideal for very small children.
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BLUE MOUNTAINS
Sydney’s most popular daytrip but also an overnight escape, is just 50 kilometres away and forms part of the Great Dividing Range. This area is shrouded in a blue mist, which is created by a regional abundance of eucalyptus oil. You can reach Katoomba (a good starting point) by train (Sydney Trains from Central Station), rental car (see back cover for a great deal from Bayswater) or by taking a day tour (check out our brochure boards for details). The Greater Blue Mountains
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heritage area is made up of seven national parks and the Jenolan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve. The national parks include Blue Mountains, Wollemi, Yengo, Nattai, Kanangra-Boyd, Gardens of Stone and Thirimere Lakes. Panoramic lookouts in the area include Katoomba’s Echo Point, which provides views of the Three Sisters, Sublime Point Lookout at Wentworth Falls, and Govetts Leap and Evans Lookout at Blackheath. For the more adventurous of you there are over 140 kilometres of walking tracks in this region, so many that the Blue Mountains is regarded as a world class area for “bushwalking”. Other adventure activities include: abseiling, canyoning, mountain-biking, horse-riding and adventure caving.
BYRON BAY
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Once a major hippy destination and a place to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life in Sydney or Brisbane. Today Byron is a great holiday destination due to its very laid back and cruisy lifestyle. It is a traveller’s dream stop off with beautiful golden beaches and a lovely north coast climate. Spend a few days here when travelling north or fly direct to Ballina or Coast Coast airports and drop in. Byron is blessed with beautiful beaches and Main Beach is where most people go to layout and hang out. Tallows is ideal for the surfers. Wategos is great for the quieter time.
Top 3 Byron Bay Lighthouse Walk up to the lighthouse before sunrise and watch the dawn. This is Australia’s most easterly point and is an enlightening experience. Skydiving Go skydiving with Skydive the Beach Byron Bay 1800 302 005 (skydivethebeachbyronbay. com.au) or Skydive Byron Bay 1300 800 840. Snorkelling The Julian Rocks were named second in the top 10 snorkel spots in all of Australia to try and you’ll be astonished by the variety of marine life.
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GOLD COAST, QUEENSLAND
A firm favourite with Australians and a must-see tourist destination for all international visitors. With its 57km of white sandy surf beaches, world heritage listed rain-forests and title ‘Nightclub Capital of Australia’, you can understand why there is something for everyone on ‘the GC’. For the best views visit the Q1 residential tower, its 322.5 metres (1058 feet) high and has been a destination for tourists since 2005, following its opening as the world’s highest residential tower. The observation deck at level 77, is 230 metres (755 feet) is the highest of its kind in Queensland and offers views from Brisbane to Byron Bay. For an even better view of Byron Bay, go skydiving with
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Skydive the Beach 1800 302 005 skydivethebeachbyronbay. com.au You can also be thrilled at one of the Gold Coast’s worldfamous theme parks: Wet ’n’ Wild, Sea World, Dreamworld and MovieWorld. Or experience the excitement of taking a ride on the Gold Coast Broadwater, a river and inlet system to rival Venice or Amsterdam. In fact there are more attractions for young and adventurous travellers on the Gold Coast > than any other city in the
Southern Hemisphere. If the Gold Coast is the ‘holiday’ capital of Australia, then Surfers Paradise is the ‘nightlife’ capital. This reputation is founded on a host of stylish pubs, clubs and lounge bars which offer the party crowd a very special night out. So after partying into the early hours of the morning, you can sleep or lounge by the pool,
or you can go out and tackle an adrenalin adventure or natural wonder somewhere in this sun drenched region. Why not try exploring the hidden retreats and spectacular bush-walks of the protected Gondwana Rainforest of Australia. FOR MORE DETAILS visitgoldcoast.com adventuregoldcoast.com studygoldcoast.org.au
BRISBANE
The capital of Queensland, with a population of about 2 million. Explore Brisbane on a guided walk, cruising the river on a CityCat ferry or riding a bike along the riverside pathways Enjoy a swim at South Bank, home to Australia’s only inner city beach. Abseil down the 42 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
historic Kangaroo Point Cliffs, kayak or paddle-board the Brisbane river. Go skydiving with Skydive the Beach 1800 302 005 (skydivethebeachbyronbay.com.au). Feed a wild dolphin at Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island. Visit Moreton Island, only 25 kilometres from Brisbane and go diving, surfing or sand tobogganing. Dive, kayak or sail Brisbane’s Moreton Bay Marine Park – sanctuary for the world’s largest dugong (Manatee) population. FOR MORE INFORMATION Go to: thewordaustralia.com. au/queensland
BEST OF QUEENSLAND AIRLIE BEACH &BEACH WHITSUNDAYS& WHITSUNDAYS AIRLIE
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Sail one of the best cruising destinations in the world – Skipper your own bareboat or leave it in the hands of an expert on one of many all inclusive packages. Go island hopping and explore the beautiful 74 islands that make up the Whitsundays. ■ Go island hopping and explore Marvel at the white the beautiful 74pristine islands that make silica of Whitehaven up sands the Whitsundays. Beach. a day trip to theThen ■ WantTake an exhilarating trip? go out withReef Ocean Rafting, Great Barrier and spenda high-powered water-sports boat thewhich day snorkelling and diving combines scenic views, snorkelling high speed or take to theand air in a helicopter cruising. to view the famous or seaplane ■ StayReef a fewfrom daysabove. in Airlie and Heart enjoy the party atmosphere. Want an exhilarating There are quite a fewtrip? bars and clubs town travellers Theningo withwhich Ocean Rafting, love to visit.
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CAIRNS
BY MIKE BARROW If you have never been to far north Queensland, in particular, Cairns, then you are in for a treat. Nestled into the coastline and bounded by mountains on one side and the Coral Sea on the other, Cairns is Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adventure capital. With so many activities to do, the only thing you may lack is time and money to do them all. Here is just a taste. Skydiving with Tandem Cairns If you really want to do the ultimate adrenalin rush, then get out of your comfort zone and go skydiving. Cairns is a great place to give this a go. A small plane packed with skydivers takes you on a bumpy ride to 14,000 feet (about 4300 metres) and your
instructor spills you out of the plane. Feel the air rush up into your face as you freefall for one minute before the chute opens and everything becomes still. You drift silently down to land again with a big smile on your face. High fives all round!! White Water Rafting with Raging Thunder This was not for the fainthearted. We spent about four hours rafting and encountered cleverly named, exhilarating rapids of varying difficulty. The Tully River itself was beautiful. Even between rapids, floating down the river was an incredible experience as the surrounding rainforest is some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest. The boats were small and all the instructors were friendly, knowledgeable and ensured a great time! Scuba Diving on the Reef with Cairns Dive Centre As a qualified diver, SCUBA diving is one of my passions. > Our boat MV Reef-Kist
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arrived on the Great Barrier Reef after a few hours. We passed Green and Fitzroy Islands on our way out. Eventually, on the horizon I saw waves breaking in the middle of the ocean. As we approached, I could see this was the edge of the reef. Coral tops, called ‘bommies’, appeared near and even on the surface of the green water. With my polarized sunglasses I could see the distinct outline of the bommies as they disappeared to the seabed. The boat was diligently moored and we prepared our gear in anticipation. With all gear checked, I entered the water and let myself sink to the sandy seabed whilst equalizing on my descent. As I adjusted my gear and got
used to my new surroundings, I could see a myriad of colours, fish glinting from the sun, which penetrated deep down into the water. Corals with varying names, Staghorn, Brain and Boulder were all around; their names state exactly how they are formed.
A multitude of fish swam in and around the corals, their colours reflect like rainbows in a rain shower. This could only be described as a totally new world.
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the Daintree - the world’s oldest (orrainforest. 110kms) north of Cairns and best over two days. ■ Visit theseen World Heritage-listed Daintree Right in therainforest heart ofand theCape Tribulation, the only place in the Daintree rainforest, the heritage oldest world where two world rainforest in meet the world, Cape listed areas - the Great Barrier and the resorts Daintree. Trib is hasReef four main ■ Home to over 3000 plant species and the Cassowary, a shy flightless bird, endemic to this region.
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SYDNEY ATTRACTIONS $ under $20 $$ from $20-$100 $$$ over $100 Art Gallery of NSW Australian colonial & indigenous Location: the Domain Open: daily 10am - 5pm, Wed 9pm Price: free for permanent collections, varies depending on exhibition artgallery.nsw.gov.au BridgeClimb The best of views of Sydney Harbour Location: the Rocks Open: daily, includes night climbs Price: $$$ (for a $ alternative, look up Pylon Lookout) bridgeclimb.com Chinese Garden of Friendship Modelled on a Ming garden Location: Darling Harbour Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydney.com.au/chinese-gardenfriendship Conservatorium of Music Centre of excellence for musicians Location: Royal Botanic Gardens Open: Mon - Fri tours am and pm Price: $ sydney.edu.au Elizabeth Bay House Fine colonial house Location: 7 Onslow Ave, Elizabeth Bay Open: Fri and Sat & public holidays Price: $ sydneylivingmuseums.com.au Government House Home of the Governor of NSW Location: Royal Botanic Gardens Open: Fri - Sun 10.30am - 3pm Price: free sydneylivingmuseums.com.au Parliament House NSW Free tours are held on the first Thursday of each month at 1pm Location: 6 Macquarie St, City Open: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm Price: free parliament.nsw.gov.au 48 THE WORD Australia Pocket Guide
St. Mary’s Cathedral Guided tours every Sunday at 12pm Location: Corner St.Mary’s & College Open: daily 6.30am - 6.30pm, Sat 8am - 6.30pm stmaryscathedral.org.au Pylon Lookout Views from Sydney Harbour Bridge Location: the Rocks Open: daily from 10am - 5pm Price: $ pylonlookout.com.au State Library of NSW Free history & heritage tours run every Tuesday & Thursday at 10.30am Location: Macquarie St, City Open: Mon - Thurs 9am - 8pm, Fri 9am - 5pm, Sat-Sun 10am - 5pm Price: free sl.nsw.gov.au Swimming Pools Andrew Boy Charlton Pool Location: Mrs Macquaries Rd, Open: daily 6am - 7pm Price: $ abcpool.org Cook and Phillip Aquatic Centre Location: 4 College St, City Open: Mon - Fri 6am - 10pm, Sat - Sun 7am - 8pm Price: $ ymcasydney.org/cookandphillip Sydney Observatory Viewing through a giant telescope Location: the Rocks Open: daily from 10am - 5pm. Night visit bookings essential Price: $ sydneyobservatory.com.au Sydney Opera House Sydney’s iconic landmark Location: Circular Quay, City Open: daily 9am - 5pm Price: free to visit, tours $$ sydneyoperahouse.com Sydney Tower Eye The highest point in Sydney Location: 100 Market St, City Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydneytowereye.com.au
MARKETS & MUSEUMS Markets
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Bondi Markets Vintage and modern fashion Location: Bondi Beach Public school, Campbell Parade Open: Sun 10am - 4pm bondimarkets.com.au
Australian Museum Sydney’s best natural history museum Location: 6 College St, City Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ australianmuseum.net.au
EQ Village Markets Good wholesome food and some treats too. Location: EQ Moore Park Open: Wed and Sat until 3.30pm eqmoorepark.com.au
Justice and Police Museum An insight into Sydney’s dark past Location: cnr Albert and Phillip Sts Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydneylivingmuseums.com.au
Glebe Markets One of Sydney’s most well known and eclectic markets. Vintage and retro. Location: Glebe Public School, Glebe Open: Sat 10am - 4pm glebemarkets.com.au
Customs House “free wifi, bring your iPad & connect” Location: Circular Quay. Open: Mon - Sat to midnight, Sun to 5pm Price: free sydneycustomshouse.com.au
Paddy’s Markets The best value for souvenirs and food. Location: Haymarket Open: Wed - Sun 9am - 5pm paddysmarkets.com.au
Museum of Sydney Sydney’s history Location: cnr of Bridge & Phillip Sts Open: daily 9.30am - 5pm Price: $ sydneylivingmuseums.com.au
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