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 Sport and entertainment |
Olympic Park Homebush Bay Sydney, NSW 2140 Australia +61 (0)2 8765 4321 http://www.acerarena.com.au/ info@acerarena.com.au |
This AUD142 million stadium is the first of its kind to be built in Australia--a large, multi-purpose venue for staging indoor sport and entertainment extravaganzas. The sophisticated, Philip Cox designed building, boasts column-free viewing with a full roof for protection, five levels of comfortably designed seating and four centrally located high-resolution video screens. The Arena is home of the Sydney Kings and Flames Basketball teams and also puts on Supercross motorbike races. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Woodstock comes to Sydney |
Showground Road, Homebush Bay (Sydney RAS Showgrounds) Sydney, NSW 2140 Australia +61 (0)2 9931 1111 http://www.bigdayout.com |
Australia's answer to Woodstock features more than 50 bands giving it up for thousands of sweating, pulsating, polyester-clad fans each year. Performance areas include the Boiler Room and the Lily Pad (the place to go for a bit a of crowd surf) as well as smaller stages. Last year included performances by The White Stripes, Garbage, Crystal Method and numerous local artists. Tickets sell out months in advance so get in early or forget it. This is alternative music at its best. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 An old fashioned drive-in movie |
Cricketers Arms Road Blacktown Sydney, NSW 2148 Australia +61 (0)2 9622 4170 http://www.greaterunion.com.au |
Drive-In Cinemas are a dying breed in Sydney, with only two left! Enjoy blockbusters, special effect movies and schlock horror/martial art style entertainment. Double feature every night, with the main movie shown first Sunday to Thursday, and second Friday and Saturday. Fast food, soft drinks and fun in the car! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 The oldest surviving European building |
70 Alice Street Rosehill Sydney, NSW 2142 Australia +61 (0)2 9635 9488 http://www.hht.nsw.gov.au |
Commenced in 1793, Elizabeth Farm has undergone many changes, but traces of the original building still survive. The house was constructed for John Macarthur, who pioneered the wool industry in Australia. Simple but elegant, the cottage is surrounded by shady verandas and became the prototype for the colonial vernacular homestead. The interior is furnished with reproduction furniture, portraits and objects belonging to the Macarthur family, thus providing a rare, hands-on museum experience. Devonshire teas and lunches are available in the adjoining tea room. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small is beautiful |
9 Ruse Street Harris Park Sydney, NSW 2150 Australia +61 (0)2 9635 5655 http://www.nsw.nationaltrust.o... |
Flanked by suburbia and encroaching high-rise developments, this is a little gem. The site was originally occupied by former convict farmer, James Ruse, who acquired the colony's first land grant in 1791. Two years later, he sold the site to the Colonial Surgeon, John Harris. The existing cottage was built by Harris in the 1830s and ultimately became one of the first properties acquired by the National Trust. Its interior is also significant, being based upon an 1838 inventory, and includes major examples of early colonial furniture. Check admission costs online. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 An intimate and friendly venue |
Glen Street Frenchs Forest Sydney, NSW 2086 Australia +61 (0)2 9975 1455 http://www.glenstreet.com.au glenstreet@glenstreet.com.au |
Established in 1985, this very popular suburban theatre offers a diverse range of entertainment in an intimate surrounding. Various travelling theatre companies including the Sydney Theatre Company and Melbourne Theatre Company perform productions here as well as amateur groups. Productions for children take place during the school holidays. The theatre has its own restaurant, Sorlies, which serves up tasty meals ideal for pre-theatre supper and also hosts cabaret show. Ask about special dinner/ticket deals. Restaurant reservations: +61 (0)2 9452 5153. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Historical centre |
Community Centre Castle Hill Sydney, NSW 2154 Australia +61 (0)2 9639 0926 |
The Hills District Historical Centre and Museum's main focus is on the early history of European settlement in the area from 1801, when Governor King established a government farm here. The Exhibits are drawn from its collection of household, farming and woodworking tools, convict bricks, furniture and clothing from this and later periods. Extensive research sources on the same topic, with files on local pioneers, a library of books on the local region, early census books, church records and historical photographs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Theatre with good reputation |
2 Marian Street Killara Sydney, NSW 2071 Australia +61 (0)2 9498 3166 http://www.marianst.com.au info@marianst.com.au |
This well respected theatre started life as a community hall and became a playhouse after the Second War. Located in Killara, on the North Shore, it features a good mix of contemporary drama and old favourites. Their drama school is dedicated to training the young in all aspects of acting.The theatre produces three shows per year and other shows are performed in areas surrounding Sydney. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Get Inspired |
19 Catalina Crescent Sydney, NSW 2107 Australia + 61 29 918 7438 |
Muir Art is a comprehensive supplier of art products for the beginner painter all the way to the professional artist. Catering to the needs of all of your artistic requirements, Muir Art carries a large selection of products ranging from high quality canvass to linen stretchers. Liz Muir, local artist of national and international recognition, is happy to provide her expert advice and guidance to any and all customers, drawing on her own thirty year career as a professional artist, specializing in oils. Muir art also incorporates the Catalina Gallery, which houses an ever-changing collection of Liz's works among other artists as well. The Catalina Gallery program includes a schedule of bi-monthly group and solo exhibitions. - Kate White Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Australia's oldest continuously performing theatre |
542 King Street Newtown Sydney, NSW 2042 Australia +61 (0)2 9519 3403 http://www.ramin.com.au/online... |
Solely a performance theatre, opened in the 1930s, this is Australia's oldest theatre. During its beginnings and now, the theatre performs predominately social and political theatre. It describes itself as "... a theatre based on the principles of humanism and the realistic traditions of art. A theatre which has a sense of identification with humankind, both individually and collectively, and a belief in human progress". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sunset over Pittwater |
Kalinya Street Newport Sydney, NSW 2106 Australia +61 (0)2 9997 4900 http://www.newportarms.com.au/ |
Overlooking picturesque Pittwater, this is one of the Northern Beaches' trump cards. Frequented by Sydneysiders who moor their yachts along the peninsula, as well as surfers, families, big groups of friends, and jazz aficionados (the live jazz on Sundays is an institution), the Newport Arms is more like a street party than a pub. Inside, there are big, roomy, unpretentious bar areas, but the beer garden and outdoor tables are the most sought-after spots on a sunny afternoon. The bistro serves a limited but popular menu that includes pub favourites like fish and chips, calamari, oysters, salads and burgers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The country seat of the governors |
Pitt Street and Macquarie Street Parramatta Park Sydney, NSW 2150 Australia +61 (0)2 9635 8149 |
This, the oldest surviving public building in Australia dates back to 1799 and was extended by Governor Macquarie between 1815 and 1816. Some of the original 18th century joinery, doors and other details still survive. Its interiors have been carefully restored and contain the most important collection of early colonial furniture in Australia. Well worth a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modernism in the Antipodes |
71 Clissold Road Wahroonga Sydney, NSW 2076 Australia +61 (0)2 9989 8020 http://www.hht.nsw.gov.au |
The Viennese-born architect Harry Seidler had already established an international reputation before he arrived in Sydney to design a house for his parents. Australia was then struggling out of post-war austerity and Seidler's uncompromising, modernist building—nestled in natural bushland—aroused much controversy. Now managed by the Historic Houses Trust, the interior has been restored to its original, 1950s scheme and contains a major collection of furniture inspired by the Bauhaus Movement. Well worth a trip to Sydney's leafy upper North Shore. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of Australia's major heritage sites |
Guntawong Rd, off Windsor Rd Rouse Hill Sydney, NSW 2155 Australia +61 (0)2 9627 6777 http://www.hht.net.au info@hht.net.au |
Established by Richard and Elizabeth Rouse in 1813, this property was occupied continuously by six generations of one family before being taken over by the Historic Houses Trust. The whole site is extremely fragile and can only be accessed through booked, guided tours. Following a lecture and video, visitors then make their way up the paddock to the time-warped Georgian house, gardens, stables, woolshed and outbuildings. Not a tour for the faint-hearted-- wear sensible shoes and a hat-- but few sites in Australia encapsulate the colonial experience with such sensitivity. Admission: Adults AUD7; children AUD3; concession AUD3; family AUD17. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Behind the scenes at the Opera House |
Bennelong Point Circular Quay Sydney, NSW 1225 Australia +61 2 9250 7250 http://www.soh.nsw.gov.au tourism@soh.nsw.gov.au |
Visitors are made very welcome at this outstanding Sydney landmark. Front of House Tours depart approximately every 30 minutes from the Guided Tours Office located on the Lower Concourse and last up to one hour. Backstage Tours are also run occasionally (bookings essential). It should be noted that the Sydney Opera House is a working building and all tours can be curtailed or cancelled at short notice. For the 'Tour of the House', cost for adults: $23, Seniors: $16, and family: $63.25. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Flagship of the Opera House |
Bennelong Point Circular Quay Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9250 1777 http://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/ bookings@soh.nsw.gov.au |
Seating 1,547, this is home of the renowned Opera Australia and Australian Ballet. With an outstanding repertoire of both new and old, both companies stage several productions, running on consecutive night, around four times per year. The theater has a wooden ceiling, which enhances the acoustics. It has a proscenium stage and a screen above it onto which English subtitles can be projected for performances sung in their original language. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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