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SYDNEY IN WINTERYOUR GUIDE TO

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MAKE THE MOST OF SYDNEY THIS WINTER

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CONTENTSThe Best of Sydney & NSW in Winter 3

Vivid 2014 Highlights 4

Lighting the Sails 5

Vivid Light Walk 6 - 7

Museum of Contemporary Art Australia 8

Customs House & Martin Place 9

Sydney Harbour Bridge 10

Harbour Lights & North Sydney 11

Darling Harbour 12 - 13

The Star 13

Vivid Music 14 - 15

Vivid Ideas 16

During Vivid 17

Vivid 2014 Map 18

Plan Your Trip 19

Acknowledgements 20

Sydney Operas & Musicals 21 - 23

Sydney Sports 24 - 25

Sydney 2014 Event Highlights 26 - 27

It's ON! in 2015 28

Nature & Outdoors 29

Food & Wine 30

Shopping & Culture 31

Family Fun 32

Regional NSW Short Breaks 34 - 36

Regional NSW Events 37

Regional NSW 2014 Event Highlights 38

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There’s a very special feeling in the air in Sydney during the Winter period. From April right through to August, the city comes alive day and night with a packed line-up of world-class events, including Vivid Sydney, awarded Australian Event of the Year for 2013. Start planning your very own Sydney in Winter experience right now. Whether you’re here for the school holidays with your kids, on a short break to enjoy the many Vivid Sydney events, or attending a sports match, musical or film festival, you’ll find Sydney in Winter has something for everyone.

FOOD & WINESydney’s dining scene is dynamic. Whether you’re travelling solo, with friends or with family, you will find a city that has the full spectrum of dining options to suit all budgets.

FAMILY FUNPlanning a fun holiday in Sydney with the kids is easy. There are plenty of family-friendly attractions and activities that can be as action-packed or as chilled-out as you like. Accommodation options are many and varied, while eating out with the kids is affordable and fun.

SHOPPING & CULTUREYou will love every second of shopping in Sydney. With the best malls and department stores, markets, boutiques and pop-up stores, there's plenty to choose from. Shopping close to the city includes Bondi, Paddington, Surry Hills, Newtown, Balmain, Mosman and Manly.

REGIONAL SHORT BREAKSWhy not stay a bit longer and head out to one of the beautiful regions that are within three hours of Sydney. There’s a world of amazing nature experiences to enjoy in many stunning locations. Start planning your short break now!

VIVID SYDNEY 2014Vivid is now in its sixth year! It’s time to start planning your very own Vivid Sydney experience so you don't miss out on the highlights. Find out what’s on, where to book tickets and where to go for more information.

IT'S ON IN NSWSydney and NSW come alive in Winter with an action-packed calendar of world-class festivals, operas, musicals and championship sports events. Start planning your own events calendar for the year ahead!

THE BEST OF SYDNEY AND NSW IN WINTER

More than 50 spectacular light installations and sculptures, 3D-mapped building projections, the Lighting of the Sails of the Sydney Opera House… Vivid Sydney is back in 2014 for 18 days and nights to light up Sydney in Winter.

VIVID 2014 HIGHLIGHTS

SYDNEY OPERA HOUSESee the stunning Lighting of the Sails, book tickets to a Vivid LIVE show from the extraordinary contemporary music line-up, join a backstage tour and visit the pop-up restaurant and bar.

CIRCULAR QUAY This colourful precinct is part of the Light Walk and has good access to ferries and Customs House, plus many harbourside cafés, bars and restaurants.

NORTH SYDNEYUse a touchscreen to light up the bridge before walking across (or catching a ferry) to the city, see the Lighting of the Sails from afar and enjoy plenty of casual dining options.

WALSH BAYExplore the western branch of the Light Walk, enjoy a drink in a harbourside bar or restaurant, or check out what’s on at Sydney Theatre and Wharf Theatre.

DARLING HARBOURThis is the home of Vivid Aquatique Water Theatre as well as the Australian National Maritime Museum’s rooftop projections, bars, cafés and restaurants.

HARBOUR LIGHTSTravel around Sydney Harbour aboard one of its newest and most colourful attractions. Selected ferries and cruise vessels depart from Circular Quay and King Street Wharf.

THE ROCKS Follow the amazing Light Walk and discover the lighting installations around the precinct. See 3D-mapped projections onto the MCA, and chill out at a cool bar or restaurant.

MARTIN PLACEVivid’s new precinct comes alive with spectacular light installations. Head to a cosy bar or restaurant located in or near Martin Place before checking out more of Vivid Sydney.

CARRIAGEWORKSModular and Carriageworks takes over the main stage during Vivid Music. Three days of music, installations and ideas in a funky inner-city venue with fabulous bars and food.

THE STARThe Star joins Vivid Sydney as the entire facade of the Astral Tower, The Darling hotel and the Sky Terrace rooftop are transformed into a light show.

FESTIVAL FAVOURITE The Lighting of the Sydney Opera House Sails tells the world that Vivid Sydney is on, and thrills residents and visitors alike.

This year, Vivid LIVE has commissioned award-winning international artists, 59 Productions, to create a new projection artwork for the sails. Lauded for developing 'the most sophisticated use of film in the theatre to date' (Metro) and creating 'an entirely new art form' (The Guardian, UK), 59 Productions now takes the iconic building on a dramatic journey through time – from the birth of architecture and civilisation through to the pinnacle of human and technological achievement.

When: Every night from 6pm to midnight, 23 May – 9 June, 2014

Where: Sydney Opera House, Western Facade.

SYDNEY OPERA HOUSEDuring Vivid the Sydney Opera House offers an exciting range of entertainment and experiences.

It’s home to Vivid-inspired menus, late-night live music, Winter’s best pop-up bar and café scene, as well as backstage guided tours. Best places to eat include Opera Bar – the ultimate Sydney dining destination – and Opera

Kitchen, where you can indulge in the food of celebrated chefs and sushi artists. Pre-theatre dining and drinks are available at Bistro Mozart, or enjoy bubbles, cocktails and snacks at one of the many Theatre Bars before a Vivid LIVE show. You can also sample the fare from Sydney’s best food trucks on the Opera House Forecourt.

LIGHTING THE SAILS

VIVID LIGHT WALK

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VIVID PHOTOGRAPHYLooking for helpful hints to capture the colours of Vivid Sydney?Representatives from Canon Australia will be in the Light Walk precinct to help you get the best results. For useful camera tips go to canon.com.au/imagespectrumVantage points for photographers are located around the harbour from North Sydney and Luna Park to the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Dawes Point, Cockle Bay and Pyrmont Bridge.

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Vivid Sydney’s dazzling Light Walk takes you on a magical journey through more than 50 ever-changing light installations, every night from 6pm to midnight.Once again, the sails of the Sydney Opera House are transformed by a sequence of stunning video-mapped projections.

From here, a series of interactive and immersive ‘light art’ sculptures and installations forms the renowned Vivid Light Walk. Some installations have a message, some are pure fun, many are interactive and all of them are free.

Look inside Geodesic Light Dome and watch the lights change colour and design, producing new combinations.Kaleido-Wall 1.0 appears in front of you

in the darkness as an interactive wall of mirrors, light and movement. Suspended above historic sandstone steps further along, the glowing Orb emits an intense golden light onto its surrounds like an artificial sun. Bathe in its warm amber glow as you study the intricate rose window pattern; you will also be able to see Orb from the other side of the harbour.

Nearby, bike helmets are suspended over the walkway in Peloton, a colourful tribute to the benefits of teamwork and environmental sustainability.

Next stop is First Fleet Park, where The Pool is laid out before you. You’re invited to enter, and jump on the brightly-coloured circular pads that swirl around you in changing patterns. The amazing whirlwind of Ray is a stunning display of light and colour, created before your eyes and powered by the sun. Take time to look around as the CBD skyline morphs into the abstract world of Filament Storm.

Further along George Street in a narrow cobblestone laneway, Heaven's Cloth hangs like a fishing net, packed with small ping-pong balls that light up in the breeze. It’s a colourful reminder of the maritime history of The Rocks.

Managing data is one of the biggest challenges; Heart of the City presented by IBM, is an elegant demonstration of the natural, organic and data-driven heart of the city.

Nearby, Clapiconia loves to perform and is set to become one of the most popular interactive light sculptures this year. Create your own clapping rhythm and you’ll be rewarded with a playful sound and light show in response. If you’ve ever fancied yourself as a plate-spinner, you will really enjoy Circus of Light. Glowing plates suspended mid-air whirl and change colour in a mesmerising display. Terra Incognita brings to life the diaries and sketches of Douglas Mawson’s expedition to Antarctica in 1911. Located inside the Cleland Bond building, the show is designed for both fully sighted and visually impaired visitors.

Brush up your ‘green’ knowledge while having some fun at Evolution, located in Campbells Cove. Use a touchscreen to compare light sources from old-fashioned tungsten filaments to cool LED lights. You’ll also get an update on power consumption, luminance and colour temperature.

A comforting white globe appears in the darkness, encouraging you to reach out and touch it. Create your own sparks of light by connecting with this lovely sculpture known as Sphera. After you walk beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge pylon to Walsh Bay, a projection calls to you from the living rock. The Spirit of Patyegarang commemorates the young Eora girl who befriended First Fleet astronomer, Lt William Dawes, when he was observing the skies from the promontory that now bears his name. Created by the Bangarra Dance Theatre, it is the first indigenous contribution to

the Vivid Light Walk and commemorates one of the earliest ‘collaborations’ between the original custodians of the land and the new settlers.

Continue around to Walsh Bay and discover Sydney’s newest art precinct, where there are more amazing installations. If you’ve ever wondered what fishing in the dark is like, Lunar Net gives you a taste of the experience with a ghostly light sculpture that’s suspended beneath historic wharves. The nets gleam in the night light, voices travel across the water, and light is reflected everywhere. Hang out with LOL, located on the waters of the bay, for possibly the most rewarding laugh of your life.


Where: Sydney Harbour foreshore from Sydney Opera House to Walsh Bay.

GAMMA WORLD – ORIGINAL FACADEGamma World takes the audience from one space to another in a constant flux of movement. Transformed by artist, Jess Johnson, the MCA building morphs into a dynamic performance space, coming to life, changing its appearance, and even seeming to change its structure through the use of isometric designs, old-school gaming, pop-up

3D books and forced perspective. As each chapter evolves, drama and emotion are created through animation and visual effects, taking the viewer on an abstract, emotional and playful journey through constantly changing worlds.Gamma World is presented by Jess Johnson, the Spinifex Group, TDC – Technical Direction Company, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia and Destination NSW.

DICHROIC DIMENSIONS – MORDANT WINGA collaboration between The Digital Shamans, and artist Ross Manning, Dichroic Dimensions seeks to rouse an ‘inner awakening’, as the human voice manipulates multi-layered shards of light revealed only when attenuated sound frequencies are triggered.Inspired by Manning’s work with light, The Digital Shamans integrate ‘visible’ sound and vibration to create specific

frequencies that in turn produce invisible mandalas which influence particles on a molecular level. Combining the hi-tech with the organic, the soundscape features synthesisers, singing bowls and the bit-crushed beats of taiko drums.Dichroic Dimensions is presented by Ross Manning, the Digital Shamans, TDC – Technical Direction Company, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia and Destination NSW.

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AUSTRALIA

Over the 18 days and nights of Vivid, the sixth floor of the MCA is where you can connect with some of the world’s best creative minds. As well as more than 100 events to challenge and inspire you, there’s also the relaxed vibe of The Lounge, open to the public every night from 7pm.

VIVID IDEAS EXCHANGE AT THE MCA

MCA ARTBAR – DRIVEN BY AUDI Friday 30 May, 7pm – 11pm Tickets: mca.com.au/artbar

MCA Zine Fair 2014 Self-publishing festival Sunday 25 May, 11am – 4pm Free event

WHAT’S ON AT THE MCA

CUSTOMS HOUSE

MARTIN PLACE

The grand, heritage exterior of Customs House at Circular Quay becomes a unique plaything for Vivid fans who want to have some fun with a world first interactive building projection.

Transformed by French projection wizards Danny Rose, the facade becomes a series of gigantic musical instruments which you can play in real time. Just pick your favourite image from a touchscreen, wave your hands and watch in awe as a fantastical instrument comes to life in front of you. You’ll get to share your composition with an audience of thousands!

Play Me! is presented by Danny Rose, TDC – Technical Direction Company, Customs House and the City of Sydney.


Where: Customs House Alfred Street, Circular Quay.

In 2014, for the first time, Martin Place, the heart of the city’s CBD, becomes an integral part of Vivid Sydney.

Two spectacular light installations commissioned by Destination NSW flank the Cenotaph in this new Vivid precinct. A gentle lighting treatment honours this solemn memorial and pays homage to those who have given their lives for their country; on either side cutting-edge lighting and the latest in experiential interactivity are combined with great artistry to create beautiful installations.

Is it a real flower or just an apparition? The petals of Sky Flower unfold in a moving hymn of ever-changing colour. With e|MERGEnce, a webcam maps your face and all its expressions onto a three-dimensional, 1.6m sculptured head, which is ‘eMERGing’ from the flagstones of the square. Check out Intel’s interactive activation in Martin Place.


Where: Martin Place, between George and Castlereagh streets.

When: Every night from 6pm to midnight, 23 May – 9 June, 2014 Where: 140 George Street, The Rocks.

HARBOUR LIGHTSFor the first time in 2014, Vivid Sydney extends onto the harbour.

Many of the cruise vessels, ferries and water taxis that travel around the harbour will be decorated with brilliant LED lights that change colour as they enter different parts of the harbour. These ‘colour precincts’ will be computer controlled using Intel technology and the latest in sat-nav geo-positioning; Harbour Lights will give Vivid another technological world first. Enjoy the spectacle of the nightly light shows from a Sydney Ferry, Captain Cook Cruises, Sea Sydney Cruises or Matilda Cruises. Presented by 32 Hundred Lighting and Destination NSW.


Where: Board a ferry at Circular Quay, King Street Wharf and other wharves around the harbour.

SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE

NORTH SYDNEY Make a night of it and book a table at a harbourside eatery at McMahons Point, Milsons Point or Kirribilli.

North Sydney offers some of the best views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the city during Vivid. It’s also a great place to view the Harbour Lights and the starting point for a walk across the bridge into the city. Don’t miss the Sea of Lanterns at Bradfield Park and North Sydney Olympic Pool’s multi-media exhibition.

SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGEOne of the most popular Vivid Sydney installations is back, offering everyone another chance to design their own light show on this iconic piece of Australian architecture.

From an interactive touchscreen located on the boardwalk near Luna Park, choose your own colours and sequences, and watch in awe as your illuminated creation brings life to the beautiful grey arches.

Stacked with over 100,000 energy-efficient LED lights, Light the Bridge has been designed especially for Vivid Sydney by those luminaries of illumination, Iain Reed and 32 Hundred Lighting, and has 4th Generation Intel Core Processors at its heart. Valued supporters are Intel,

North Sydney Council, Roads and Maritime Services, and 32 Hundred Lighting in partnership with Destination NSW.


Where: Boardwalk near Luna Park, Olympic Drive, Milsons Point.

THE VIVID CLIMBFor the first time in 2014, turn the ‘Climb of Your Life’ into your very own lightshow. By wearing a special Vivid Climb vest, your heartbeat brightens up the summit in your own personal light show.

DARLING HARBOUR

VIVID AQUATIQUE AT DARLING HARBOUR The Vivid Aquatique Water Theatre at Darling Harbour is back, only twice the size, and even more spectacular.

French company, Aquatique Show International, is considered to be the unrivalled expert in water shows and aquatic effects, having produced acclaimed multimedia marine spectacles in six continents. Vivid Aquatique features computer controlled dancing water jets in a ‘magic wall’ of light and water, specialised sculptural fountains inspired by Louis XIV’s ‘Water Garden’ at Versailles, four giant water screens and large-format video projections, four high-powered full colour lasers and, for some shows, marine fireworks.

Darling Harbour is one of Vivid’s most colourful precincts, offering a range of entertainment and fun for the whole family.

There are plenty of great restaurants, bars and cafés at Cockle Bay and Harbourside as well as major attractions including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Madame Tussauds, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo and IMAX theatre. For kids there is nothing better than the fun of Darling Harbour playground and Luminous at Darling Quarter.

Presented by Aquatique Show International, the Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority, the Darling Harbour Alliance and Destination NSW.

When: A show on the hour every night from 6pm to 11pm, 23 May – 9 June, 2014

Where: Cockle Bay, Wheat Road, Darling Harbour.

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUMA spectacular sound and light show projected onto the Australian National Maritime Museum’s rooftop brings the remarkable world of marine animals to life. Enjoy live music on weekends, a waterfront pop-up bar, illuminated historic vessels and light sculptures at this harbourside venue. The rooftop show is inspired by the museum’s exciting ‘Whale Season’ of exhibitions and events.

THE STARFor the first time in 2014, The Star joins Vivid Sydney as the entire facade of the Astral Tower, The Darling hotel and Sky Terrace rooftop is transformed into a massive light show.

The spectacular show will be visible from many vantage points across the city including the Barangaroo-Darling Harbour-Pyrmont precinct.

And, exclusively at The Star, highlights of Vivid from across the city will be shown at the Vivid Bar while guests soak up the ambience. Sip on a Vivid-inspired cocktail, enjoy great accommodation and dining packages, as well as all the entertainment on offer at The Star. The Astral Tower is lit by The Electric Canvas.


Where: Astral Tower, The Darling hotel and Sky Terrace.

SPECTRUM @ THE ARGYLEThis cool venue in The Rocks comes alive during Vivid Music with a weekend of lighting displays and cutting-edge music. More than 1,300 guests attended last year’s event – will you be there in 2014? With five bars spread over two levels and a huge outdoor courtyard, Spectrum is guaranteed to be a bigger than ever spectacle.

When: 5 – 8 June, 2014 Where: The Argyle, The Rocks.

VIVID MUSIC @ THE BASEMENTThe Basement first opened its doors in 1972 and quickly became a benchmark club for contemporary music. 42 years later this iconic venue still carries the torch for contemporary music and will play host to part of the Vivid Music program featuring some of the best names in electronica, dance, techno, hip hop, jazz and funk.

When: 5 – 8 June, 2014 Where: The Basement, Sydney CBD.

NEW WAVE: SOUNDOne of Sydney’s most vibrant performance venues returns with a contemporary and experimental music weekend, New Wave: Sound for Vivid Music. Curated by composer Andrew Batt-Rawden, it includes artists from a variety of musical backgrounds and other artistic genres creating the most innovative electronic and improvisational music in the country. A weekend of 100% Australian artists performing 100% Australian music, New Wave: Sound is unique to Vivid Music.

When: 5 – 7 June, 2014 Where: Seymour Centre, Chippendale.

MODULATIONS @ CARRIAGEWORKSCarriageworks and Modular are joining forces to present three days of exclusive music performances, art, installations and contemporary ideas as part of Vivid Sydney. Featuring an exciting spectrum of internationally renowned and emerging DJs and bands, Modulations will be headlined by multi-award winning electronic pop legends Pet Shop Boys, considered the most successful duo in UK music history. Highlights also include Fred Deakin, formerly one half of UK electronic duo Lemon Jelly, whose work explores the realms of audiovisual

remixing and interactive installations. A talks program will also accompany the live performances, with panel discussions featuring music industry professionals, graphic designers and video artists, plus installations from artists spanning the worlds of music, fashion and art.

When: 6 – 8 June, 2014 Where: Carriageworks, Eveleigh.

For tickets and information go to:

carriageworks.com.au

VIVID PATH TO THE FUTURE@ THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEYVivid Path to the Future (‘Wingara Mura’ in the Eora language) is an eight-day celebration of light, music and ideas in the beautiful grounds of Australia’s first university.

It will include music and projection-mapping performances with illuminated art installations, video-mapping workshops curated by Joe Crossley of Finely Tuned, as well as a plethora of installation points featuring work by students of The University of Sydney.

Vivid Path to the Future will also feature a variety of activities to celebrate indigenous culture and Reconciliation Week, as well as programs to involve indigenous students and young people in the creative industries.

When: 27 May – 3 June, 2014Where: The University of Sydney,

Darlington (Main Campus).

VIVID MUSIC

PIXIESIn a tradition of Australian premieres, one-off commissions and residencies with contemporary music’s most influential artists, Vivid LIVE now welcomes indie-rock luminaries the Pixies for a rare series of exclusive, intimate performances – finally bringing 'the cornerstone of modern rock' (The Guardian) back for a fiery festival opening to 2014. Renowned as Kurt Cobain's favourite band and worshipped by generation-defining artists such as Radiohead, PJ Harvey and Bono, the Pixies return with their signature bend on psychedelia and surf-rock with the likes of ‘Here Comes Your Man, ‘Monkey Gone to Heaven’, ‘Debaser’ and their classic albums, including Surfer Rosa and Doolittle.

When: 23 – 26 May, 2014 Where: Concert Hall Tickets: From $69*

TIMELINEIn a time-bending musical odyssey through 42,000 years and over 230 songs, the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) join forces with electro-pop explorers The Presets in an exhilarating surge through history – forging the likes of Vivaldi, Mozart and Bach to Miles Davis, Bob Dylan and Nirvana into a joyous finale of contemporary music assembled by the ARIA Award-winning duo. ACO Artistic Director Richard Tognetti leads this kaleidoscopic voyage featuring a vocal sextet, percussion and carefully curated recordings augmenting the strings of the ACO. This extravaganza is performed to eye-popping visual effects from the mind of Ignatius Jones.

When: 25 May, 2014 Where: Concert Hall Tickets: From $47*

When: 29 May, 2014 Where: Joan Sutherland Theatre Tickets: From $47*

THE MUSIC OF GIORGIO MORODERFrom Daft Punk and his disco-defining Donna Summer hits to his legendary film music (Scarface, Top Gun), the 'godfather of EDM' makes his Australian debut at an impressive 74 years of age with a heaving DJ set, an intimate Q&A session and an epic orchestral celebration by The Heritage Orchestra.

THE MUSIC OF GIORGIO MORODER AN ORCHESTRAL CELEBRATION The Heritage Orchestra (UK) with Giorgio Moroder Q&A (Italy)When: 1 June, 2014 Where: Concert Hall Tickets: From $59*

THE GIORGIO MORODER STUDIO PARTY (ITALY) Featuring Giorgio Moroder & special guests When: 1 June, 2014 Where: Studio & Western Foyer Tickets: $40*

VIVID LIVE AT THE SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE

Vivid Music is growing once more in 2014 with cool new venues, more than 80 shows and more styles of music. The incredible success of the Vivid LIVE program at the Sydney Opera House is complemented by the uber-hip Modulations @ Carriageworks and a series of cutting-edge Club Nights.

JOSHY D & MIKE GIANT REBEL8Based in Los Angeles, these guys form one of the world’s most credible youth brands, working across sub-cultures from skate to street art. Joshy D is the business brain while Mike Giant is a global art icon.

When: 28 May, 2014 Where: Vivid Ideas Exchange

Level 6, MCA, The Rocks.

RYAN HOLIDAY AMERICAN APPARELRyan is a media strategist, author of best-seller, Trust Me I’m Lying: Confessions of a Media Manipulator and director of marketing, American Apparel. He’ll be travelling to Sydney from Austin, Texas.

When: 6 June, 2014 Where: Vivid Ideas Exchange


SARA CRITCHFIELD UPWORTHYSara is editorial director at Upworthy, a new-generation media platform based in New York that has experienced phenomenal success in its goal of making meaningful content go viral online.

When: 27 May, 2014 Where: Vivid Ideas Exchange


Industry events not to miss include Good Design: Good Design Forum (29 - 30 May), focussing on the application of design thinking for major challenges in business, education, transport and healthcare. Optus Innov8: The Internet of Things (4 June) is an information-sharing session that looks at the smart home and wearable technology. On 3 June, Portable Presents: Designing the User Experience in Retail, Hospitality and Cultural Events examines exceptional user

experiences; industry leaders will connect with emerging creative practitioners at The Loop: Portfolio Masterclass (7 June).

When: 24 May – 9 June, 2014 Where: Vivid Ideas Exchange


VIVID IDEAS

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The sixth floor of the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) Australia is the place to connect with some of the world’s best creative minds at more than 100 events during the Vivid Ideas Exchange.

VIVID IDEAS EXCHANGE

DURING VIVID

SYDNEY WRITERS' FESTIVALFor one week each May the Sydney Writers’ Festival draws some of the brightest lights of the literary world to Sydney for Australia’s largest celebration of literature and ideas. Over 300 events stretch from the festival hub in Walsh Bay to the Blue Mountains.

When: 19 – 25 May, 2014 Where: Various venues across Sydney.


swf.org.au

19TH BIENNALE OF SYDNEYEvery two years Australia’s largest contemporary visual arts festival comes to Sydney. The event is spread across five venues, including the spectacular Cockatoo Island. There is also a program of artist talks, forums, guided tours and family days – all free to the public.

When: 21 March – 9 June, 2014 Where: Various venues across Sydney.


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SYDNEY FILM FESTIVAL One of the world's longest-running film festivals is back, with a 12-day program showing the world’s best feature films, documentaries, short films and animation. Now in its 61st year, the festival returns with a packed program of exclusive talks with filmmakers and other industry experts.

When: 4 – 15 June, 2014 Where: Various cinemas in Sydney.


sff.org.au

PLAN YOUR TRIP

BY TRAINPlenty of trains will be running throughout the 18 days of the event and all Vivid Sydney precincts are within walking distance of train stations. The best train stations for access include stations on the City Circle, North Sydney, Milsons Point and Redfern. Plan your trip at transportnsw.info

BY FERRYHarbour City Ferries, Matilda Cruises and Captain Cook Cruises operate ferries on Sydney Harbour and the closest wharves to Vivid events are at Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, Milsons Point and McMahons Point. Ferry services are expected to be very busy and running at full capacity during the weekends. To discover Sydney Harbour's best kept secrets go to beyondthewharf.com.au. Plan your trip at transportnsw.info

BY BUSSydney has an extensive network of public buses. Metrobus services provide direct cross-city and cross-harbour links to a wide range of locations in and around Sydney. transportnsw.info

ON FOOTCircular Quay, Sydney Opera House, Walsh Bay, The Rocks, Martin Place and Darling Harbour are within walking distance of each other. Walk across the Harbour Bridge to North Sydney (and back). Carriageworks is a short walk from Redfern Station.

MORE TRANSPORT APPSArrivo Sydney; provides real-time departure and location information for Sydney Buses and Trains.

TripView; displays Sydney train, bus, ferry timetable data on your phone.

TripGo; shows door-to-door transport options.

Download from the App StoreSM or Google Play.

Each year Vivid Sydney is bigger, brighter and more popular. With so many things to see and do over the 18 days and nights, you'll want to experience it more than once. Start planning your own Vivid Sydney experience, whether it’s a short break, a holiday with friends or some great nights out on the town. Get in early and book your event tickets, restaurants and activities! Start planning now.

IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM TRANSPORT FOR NSW• With plenty of extra services running, public transport is

the best way to get to Vivid Sydney events and home again afterwards. For information go to transportnsw.info – you can also download a train or bus app from the App StoreSM or Google Play or call 131 500.

• Significant road closures and special event clearways will be in place in the Sydney CBD and The Rocks during Vivid Sydney, so if possible leave the car at home. For full details go to livetraffic.com or call 132 701. Plan your trip at transportnsw.info

• For information on the move, you can also download Live Traffic NSW for iPhone® and iPad from the App StoreSM or download Live Traffic NSW for AndroidTM from Google Play.

• Due to road closures in place for the event, there will be some changes to regular bus routes and stops. Plan your trip to Vivid Sydney ahead of time at transportnsw.info – use the Trip Planner to find options for getting to and from Vivid events using current train, bus and ferry timetables.

TRAVELLING WITH KIDSKids will enjoy the Vivid Light Walk and interactive 3D-mapped building projections as much as adults. Make sure you start early in the night (lights on from 6pm), travel during the week (there’s more room to move) and plan to eat earlier too!

BY CARWilson Parking has a number of car parks available around the city centre, a short walk from Darling Harbour and close to North Sydney station. Find out more at wilsonparking.com.au

HANDA OPERA ON SYDNEY HARBOUR Whether you love opera, Puccini’s music or a fabulous spectacle on Sydney Harbour, you’ll want to see this visually stunning, ground-breaking production of Madama Butterfly.

Prepare to be amazed by the enduring love story of a Japanese geisha abandoned by her American lover. The moon, a dynamic moving set and nightly fireworks will light

up the night, and an exquisite Japanese garden featuring restaurants and bars will create a unique themed experience.

When: Now playing until 13 April, 2014 Where: Fleet Steps, Mrs Macquarie's

Point, Sydney.


operaonsydneyharbour.com.au

THE LION KING Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, The Lion King is a spectacular visual feast that will redefine your expectations of theatre. The adaptation of Disney’s classic film transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with colour, stunning effects and enchanting music.

When: Now playing until 31 August, 2014 Where: Capitol Theatre, Haymarket.

Final tickets are on sale now, go to:

lionking.com.au

THE KING AND IRodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I returns to Sydney for a limited season at Sydney Opera House. Starring actress Lisa McCune, and opera sensation Teddy Tahu Rhodes as the King of Siam, this legendary production is not to be missed.

When: 9 Sept – 5 Oct, 2014 Where: Sydney Opera House.


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WICKED THE MUSICALPrepare to be spellbound! The most awarded new musical and Broadway’s number one show will thrill Sydney at the Capitol Theatre for a strictly limited season. Awe-inspiring and spectacular, WICKED is the untold story of the witches of Oz.

When: From September, 2014 Where: Capitol Theatre, Haymarket.

Travel packages now on sale at:

wickedthemusical.com.au

SYDNEY ON STAGE Sydney’s theatre scene is thriving with plays, dance, opera, music, comedy and everything in between. Check out what’s on at some leading theatre companies.

• Bangarra Dance Theatre is home to Australia’s leading indigenous dance company

• Belvoir St Theatre features Australia’s most prominent and promising playwrights, directors, actors and designers

• Sydney Theatre is the place to see the acclaimed Sydney Theatre Company and Sydney Dance Company in action

• Riverside Theatres is the cultural hub of Parramatta with a dynamic program of theatre, dance, opera, circus and musicals

• The Griffin Theatre Company brings new writing and playwrights to the intimate Stables Theatre in Kings Cross.

SYDNEY EVENTSACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

MATILDA THE MUSICAL – ON STAGE IN 2015!Matilda The Musical will make its Australian premiere in Sydney when it arrives at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from August 2015.

This captivating musical masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company is inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl. The story celebrates the power of imagination,

as it tells the tale of an extraordinary girl who is determined to change her own story, even if it means being a little bit naughty.

Written by playwright Dennis Kelly, with music and lyrics by Australian comedian, musician and composer Tim Minchin, Matilda is the winner of 47 international awards, including 12 for Best Musical and a listing in the Book of Guinness

World Records for most Laurence Olivier Award wins.

When: August, 2015 Where: Sydney Lyric Theatre, The Star.

For more information go to:

matildathemusical.com

MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEKEND EDITION See new trends first with the chance to experience fashion like an industry insider. Sit front row and preview collections from Australia’s leading designers, just hours after they step off the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia runways. There are also style seminars led by industry influencers, beauty tip sessions, and the exclusive opportunity to shop the latest fashion straight from the catwalk.

When: 12 – 13 April, 2014 Where: Carriageworks, Eveleigh.


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STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICALThe much-loved Australian film that inspired the world to dance has now come to life on stage. This brand new musical production has made its global premiere in Sydney. It features the original creative team behind the 1992 film including director and co-writer Baz Luhrmann,

set and costume designer Catherine Martin, choreographer John O’Connell and co-writer Craig Pearce. As well as all the hits from the film such as 'Love is in the Air', 'Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps', and 'Time after Time', there are plenty of new tunes to keep you tapping your feet.

Why not sashay your way to the Lyric Theatre for a great night out?

When: Now Showing Where: Sydney Lyric Theatre, The Star.For tickets and information go to:

strictlyballroomthemusical.com

FERRARI RACING DAYS SYDNEYFor the first time, Australian fans will see the Ferrari 458 Asia Pacific Challenge series and experience the thrill of the official Ferrari F1 Pit Stop and Track show. Ferrari Racing Days provides the opportunity for Ferrari owners and fans to enjoy a range of track activities, entertainment and experience the glamorous world of Ferrari. The largest gathering of Ferrari cars in Australia will also include a display of the latest Ferrari line-up

and some of the best classic Ferraris. Be there to see drivers and crews from Italy, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Korea compete in this prestigious event.

When: 11 – 13 April, 2014 Where: Sydney Motorsport Park,

Eastern Creek.


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2014 NRL TELSTRA PREMIERSHIPStart planning now to be in Sydney for the finale of an action packed NRL Telstra Premiership. An exciting week of Grand Final events will culminate in more than 80,000 fans enjoying the most thrilling match of the season.

When: 29 Sept – 6 Oct, 2014 Where: Various venues including ANZ

Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park.


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SPORTS

HOLDEN STATE OF ORIGIN IIThe pinnacle of Australian Rugby League and the longest-running rivalry between the NSW Blues and the QLD Maroons is tipped to be one of the best series yet. Will the home ground advantage give the Blues the edge? Be there to see all the action!

When: 18 June, 2014 Where: ANZ Stadium,

Sydney Olympic Park.


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THE CHAMPIONSHIPS As the crown jewel of the new look BMW Sydney Carnival, The Championships inaugural event represents the pinnacle of horse racing in the Southern Hemisphere, with a staggering $18 million in prize money on offer.

Held at the refurbished Royal Randwick, The Championships will see a grand final of Australian racing held across two consecutive Saturdays on 12 and 19, April.Both Saturdays boast an amazing line-up of time-honoured races in every age and distance category, and are sure to ignite the race fever in Australia as racegoers enjoy the fashion, entertainment and dining of one of the most festive racing carnivals in the world.

When: 12 – 19 April, 2014 Where: Royal Randwick.

For tickets and information go to: thechampionships.com.au

THE BMW SYDNEY CARNIVAL As Sydney’s premier racing carnival, this world-class event showcases the finest thoroughbred racing with over $31 million in prize money and a staggering 49 Group races.

Along with The Championships, another jewel in the carnival crown is the $3.5 million Tooheys New Golden Slipper, held on Saturday 5 April at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse. Each day of the carnival has its own style, with themes to attract ladies, racing and sports enthusiasts, and those just looking for a great day out. With fabulous hospitality, entertainment and activities on and off the track, The BMW Sydney Carnival should be on everyone’s list of must attend events for 2014.

When: 5, 12, 19 & 26 April, 2014 Where: Rosehill Gardens & Royal Randwick.

For tickets and information go to: theraces.com.au

THE BLEDISLOE CUP FESTIVALThe 2014 Bledisloe Cup Festival offers fans the opportunity to celebrate one of the greatest rivalries in world sport, the Qantas Wallabies versus the New Zealand All Blacks.

The Festival will culminate with the Bledisloe Cup test match at ANZ Stadium on Saturday 16 August.

When: 11 - 16 August, 2014 Where: Various locations including ANZ

Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park.For tickets and information go to:

rugby.com.au

SOCCEROOS v SOUTH AFRICAJoin the excitement as Sydney hosts the Socceroos’ farewell match before they depart for the FIFA World Cup™ in Brazil.

The Socceroos will meet South Africa in an international friendly match at ANZ Stadium providing the perfect opportunity for you to show your support for the Socceroos before they leave for the biggest event in world sport.

When: 26 May, 2014 Where: ANZ Stadium,



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FOXTEL A-LEAGUE ALL STARS v JUVENTUS Juventus FC, the most successful club in Italy’s history with a world-wide fan base of 250 million, will bring a full-strength team to Sydney to face the pick of the Hyundai A-League at ANZ Stadium.

The FOXTEL A-League All Stars players and coaching staff will be selected entirely by football fans via an online voting system.

When: 10 August, 2014 Where: ANZ Stadium,



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Australian Badminton Open One of the 12-leg Superseries events, with the most prize money in the world. State Sports Centre, Sydney Olympic Park 24 – 29 June

Strictly Ballroom The MusicalThe much-loved Australian film that inspired the world to dance has now come to life on stage. Sydney Lyric Theatre, The Star Now Showing

Sydney Royal Easter ShowFun for everyone, showcasing the best of Australian agriculture and country life. Sydney Showground 10 – 23 April

Australian Garden Show SydneyCelebrating Australia’s passion for gardens and outdoor spaces. Centennial Parklands 4 – 7 September

Blackmores Sydney Running FestivalFour exciting events to cater for all ages and abilities. Milsons Point 21 September

Sculpture by the SeaThe annual outdoor art exhibition that welcomes in Sydney’s Summer. Bondi to Tamarama Coastal Walk 23 October – 9 November

Emirates Australian Open of GolfThe world’s best battle to claim Australian golf’s most prized trophy. The Australian Golf Club December

2014 ICF Canoe Slalom Junior and U23 World ChampionshipsWelcoming athletes, coaches & officials from around the world. Penrith Whitewater Centre 23 – 27 April

APRILThe Lion King Disney’s landmark musical event will redefine your expectations of theatre. Capitol Theatre Now Showing

Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour – Madama Butterfly Experience the grandeur of opera outdoors on a giant harbour stage. Fleet Steps, Mrs Macquarie's Point Until 13 April

Taronga Wild! Rhinos Follow the art trail as 125 wildly colourful rhino sculptures charge into town. Various venues across Sydney, Blue Mountains and Dubbo Until 28 April

Gladiator live with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra Watch the epic tale in high definition and hear it brought to life by a full symphony orchestra. Sydney Opera House 3 – 5 April

The BMW Sydney Carnival Sydney’s premier racing carnival and a world-class event held over six weeks. Rosehill Gardens & Royal Randwick 5, 12, 19 & 26 April

19th Biennale of Sydney Australia’s largest contemporary visual arts festival. Various venues across Sydney Until 9 June

Mercedes–Benz Fashion Week Australia Australia’s hottest designers show their Spring Summer collections. Carriageworks 6 – 10 April

Inglis Australian Easter Yearling Sale Australasia’s finest bred and conformed yearlings. Newmarket 8 – 10 April

Ferrari Racing Days See the Ferrari 458 Asia Pacific Challenge series for the first time in Australia. Sydney Motorsport Park 11 – 13 April

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Weekend Edition Tap into the trends and experience the runway in a line-up of seriously stylish events. Carriageworks 12 - 13 April

The Championships The pinnacle racing event of the Autumn season and part of The BMW Sydney Carnival. Royal Randwick 12 - 19 April

Hyundai A-League: Sydney FC vs. Perth Glory FC See Del Piero and the Sky Blues take on Perth. Allianz Stadium, Moore Park 13 April

Darling Harbour Hoopla Australia’s annual circus, sideshow and street theatre festival. Darling Harbour 18 – 21 April

10th Annual Sydney Comedy Festival Sydney’s biggest annual comedy event, featuring some of the world’s funniest comedians. Various venues across Sydney 22 April – 17 May

MAYREMIX Sydney REMIX Global Summits tackle the big ideas shaping the future of the cultural sector. Carriageworks 8 – 10 May

Sydney Writers’ Festival The largest celebration of literature, stories and ideas in Australia. Various venues across Sydney & Blue Mountains 19 – 25 May

Semi-Permanent The world’s most inspiring design event is evolving into a festival of art, design & creativity. Carriageworks 22 – 24 May

Good Design Festival One of the most anticipated events on the Australian and international design calendar. Various venues across Sydney 23 May – 9 June

Vivid Sydney A unique annual event of light, music and ideas, featuring extraordinary outdoor light sculptures. Various locations across Sydney 23 May – 9 June

Socceroos v South Africa Join the excitement as Sydney hosts the Socceroos’ farewell match before they leave for Brazil. ANZ Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park 26 May

SPARC Design The Southern Hemisphere’s leading event for lighting professionals. Sydney 28 – 30 May

JUNEMumbrella 360 The biggest marketing and media event in Australia. Hilton Hotel 3 – 5 June

Sydney Film Festival Enjoy the best features, documentaries and short films from across Australia and around the world. Various venues across Sydney 4 – 15 June

Modulations Three days of exclusive music performances, art, contemporary ideas and innovative food. Carriageworks 6 – 8 June

Henrik Håkansson, THE END A climatic event of life, death, tragedy and comedy to mark the final days of the 19th Biennale of Sydney. Pier 2/3, Walsh Bay 7 June

Holden State of Origin II – NSW v QLD See Rugby League’s greatest rivals, the NSW Blues v QLD Maroons. ANZ Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park 18 June

Qantas Wallabies v France The third and final Rugby test match against the flamboyant French. Allianz Stadium, Sydney 21 June

JULY Archibald Prize Exhibition Showcasing finalists from the nation’s most prestigious prize for portraiture. Art Gallery of NSW 19 July – 28 September

AUGUSTFOXTEL A-League All Stars v Juventus One of the world’s greatest football clubs heads to Sydney. ANZ Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park 10 August

The Sun-Herald City2Surf Elite athletes and beginners join in the world’s largest fun run. Hyde Park to Bondi Beach 10 August

Helpmann Awards Celebrate artistic achievement in the Australian Live Performance Industry. Sydney Opera House, 18 August

V8 Supercars Sydney Motorsport Park 400 Round nine of the V8 Supercars Championship. Sydney Motorsport Park 22 – 24 August

The Bledisloe Cup Festival A variety of events building up to the Bledisloe Cup at ANZ Stadium. Various venues across Sydney 11 – 16 August

Bingham Cup Sydney 2014 Teams from over 15 countries come together for the Gay Rugby Union World Championships. Various venues across Sydney including Woollahra Oval 24 – 31 August

SEPTEMBERThe King and I Don’t miss this legendary production by Rodgers and Hammerstein. Sydney Opera House From 9 September

Art & About Sydney Experience Sydney through art in unusual spaces. Various venues across Sydney 19 September – 19 October

The Matrix: Film in Concert The sci-fi thriller on the big screen with Don Davis's score played live by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Sydney Opera House 26 – 27 September

2014 Australian University Games Students from 42 Australian unis converge on Sydney to compete in 30 sports. Various venues across Sydney 28 September – 3 October

WICKED The Musical The spectacular untold story of the witches of Oz. Capitol Theatre From September

OCTOBERNRL Telstra Premiership Grand Final Watch the NRL heavyweights battle it out for the top spot. ANZ Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park 5 October

World Time Attack Challenge Three days of motorsport nirvana with non-stop Time Attack and Drift action. Sydney Motorsport Park 17 – 19 October

The Rob Guest Endowment Gala Concert 2014 A star studded guest line up at the finals to find the next big name in musical theatre. Capitol Theatre October

Parramasala A celebration of South East Asian culture. Parramatta October

NOVEMBERSydney International Art Series: Pop to Popism See works by artists such as Warhol, Lichtenstein, Koons, Haring, Hockney, Sharp and more. Art Gallery of NSW 1 November – 15 February

Sydney International Art Series: Chuck Close The biggest collection of Close’s large-scale portraits ever presented in the southern hemisphere. Museum of Contemporary Art Australia 20 November – 8 March

Corroboree Sydney The celebration of Australia’s rich indigenous cultures - past and present. Various venues across Sydney 21 – 30 November

28th Annual ARIA Awards and ARIA Week Celebrating the very best in Australian music! Sydney November

DECEMBERV8 Supercars Sydney 500 Grand final showdown for the V8 Supercars Championship. Sydney Olympic Park 5 – 7 December

Tropfest The world’s largest short-film festival. Centennial Parklands 7 December

Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race An iconic part of Australia’s Boxing Day. Sydney Harbour 26 December

2014 Sydney New Year’s Eve Sydney welcomes the New Year with 9pm and midnight fireworks. Sydney Harbour 31 December

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NATURAL ATTRACTIONFor a global city, Sydney has an astonishingly large number of national parks and nature reserves, just waiting to be explored.

The city itself still has extensive tracts of harbourside native bushland in Sydney Harbour National Park where you can walk for hours discovering bird, animal and plant life. While the most popular

natural wonderlands are the Royal, Lane Cove and Ku-ring-gai Chase national parks, there are plenty of others that are less well known. In Garigal National Park, there are pretty riverside walks, picnic spots and canoes for hire while Kamay Botany Bay National Park, south of the city, has self-guided walks with Aboriginal and European heritage sites.

To the west are several great spots – Yellomundee Regional Park, popular with mountain bikers, bushwalkers and horse riders; in Scheyville National Park, bird watching, bushwalking and a local history trail are the highlights. Rouse Hill Regional Park has cycling and walking tracks as well as colonial heritage sites.

From exquisitely manicured gardens to wild bushland, Sydney's generous parks and gardens ensure that nature is never more than a step away.

Centennial Parklands, a 360-hectare reserve of undulating parkland and woods in Sydney's east, is one of the city's greatest green spaces. Go horse riding, cycling, rollerblading, play football or cricket or just enjoy long, rambling strolls.

The Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney is a 30-hectare oasis, winding along the harbour's edge; join a free, daily tour

of this beautiful botanic world. At Darling Harbour, the soothing Chinese Garden of Friendship is a lovely walled paradise with waterfalls, lakes, exotic plants and hidden stone pathways. Nearby Darling Quarter is where to take the kids for water games, climbing ropes, swings, slides, and a flying fox guaranteed to keep them entertained for hours. Cycling, running, walking and picnics are popular at Parramatta Park, an 85-hectare parkland in Sydney’s west with playgrounds, formal English gardens, and bush and river tracks.

HEALTHY & SCENIC SYDNEYWhether you are new to Sydney or a regular visitor, enjoy the cooler Autumn and Winter months by combining a walk or run with fantastic scenery.

With its clifftop, park and ocean views, the Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk is one of Sydney's most famous trails, a real must-do Sydney experience. The Hermitage Foreshore Walk is another fabulous 2 km-walk from Rose Bay to Nielsen Park.

On the northern beaches, the Manly to Spit Bridge Scenic Walkway is a feast of coastal views, bushland and stunning harbour lookouts while the 4 km Bare Island to Henry Head Coastal Walk unlocks the Southern Ocean coastline from La Perouse. For the ultimate Sydney walking expedition, embark upon Sydney's Great Coastal Walk, from Barrenjoey on the northern beaches to Royal National Park just south of Sydney. It's 100 km of unbroken beautiful views. Take a week to tackle it all, or break up the walk into sections.

NATURE&OUTDOORS

GARDEN CITY

AFC ASIAN CUP 2015The 16 best teams in Asia will converge on Sydney and Newcastle in January 2015 to compete for the most sought after trophy in Asian football. Be a part of the biggest football tournament ever to take place in Australia as the region’s dynamos Japan, Australia and Korea Republic, battle it out, with the grand final held in Sydney.

When: January, 2015 Where: Stadium Australia

& Newcastle Stadium.


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ICC CRICKET WORLD CUP 2015A once in a generation event is coming to the SCG in 2015! Secure your seats to see the superstars of cricket battle it out for international cricket’s greatest prize. SCG matches include Australia v Sri Lanka, South Africa v West Indies and the quarter and semi finals.

When: 27 Feb – 26 March, 2015 Where: Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park.


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NETBALL WORLD CUPIn August 2015, sports fans will have an amazing opportunity to see the world's best netball teams and athletes compete for the ultimate prize – the Netball World Cup. Watch the defending champions Australia, battle with top-ranked teams such as New Zealand, England and Jamaica. Travel packages on sale May 2014.

When: 7 – 16 August, 2015 Where: Allphones Arena,



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UNCOVERING SYDNEY’S STORYUnique museums are dotted around the city centre offering very different perspectives on this vibrant city. Why not put a few of them on your must-visit list this Winter?

Along Macquarie Street you’ll find the Mitchell Library, part of the State Library of NSW, The Mint, and Hyde Park Barracks Museum. Use the Sydney Museums Pass to discover the best heritage attractions at your own pace. The three-month pass allows you one visit to four museums and heritage properties, including the World Heritage-listed Hyde Park Barracks Museum, The Justice & Police Museum, Susannah Place Museum and Museum of Sydney.

Other fascinating places to visit include Sydney Jewish Museum in Darlinghurst, the Nicholson Museum at The University of Sydney and the Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Lookout and Museum.

Stretch your style imagination this Winter by exploring Sydney’s buzzing hubs of vintage, indie and designer fashion weekend markets!

› In the inner west, Balmain, Glebe and Rozelle have weekend markets which together have more than 300 stalls of vintage, emerging designers and accessories of all sorts

› Bondi Markets and Paddington Market have been traditional breeding grounds for future design stars; you’ll still find fashion here that’s ahead of the game

› Kirribilli Markets has fabulous fashion in its sights with 120 outside stalls of new, second hand and vintage fashion and accessories

› Eveleigh Markets at Carriageworks has an Artisans' Market on the first Sunday of the month, showcasing indie designers, artists and makers

› Surry Hills Market, on the first Saturday of the month, specialises in second-hand, recycled and handmade fashion

› Part market, part music festival – keep an eye out for fabulous vintage fashion at Sydney Rock’n’Roll Alternative Markets, bi-monthly at The University of Sydney’s Manning Bar.

MARKET CALENDARSHOPPING IN THE CITYWhether you want to seek out the latest labels and your favourite designers or just want to check out the new season’s styles, you will love Sydney’s shopping choices.

Australia’s two major department stores, David Jones and Myer, are located in the heart of the city and Westfield Sydney's boutiques will tempt you with the best in high-end fashion, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Guess, as well as fashion favourites,

GAP and Zara. Historic shopping arcades, the Queen Victoria Building and the Strand Arcade, house boutique stores packed with stylish jewellery, shoes, fashion and accessories. Around Martin Place, you’ll find flagship stores for Prada and Armani Exchange; Hermès and Chanel, Burberry and Versace and The Galeries on George Street is home to urban brands including Gorman and Incu.

AFFORDABLE AND DELICIOUS FOODAs well as fabulous five star dining, there are plenty of spots to eat out in Sydney that serve delicious, well-priced fare.

A great place to start is one of the city’s many dining precincts such as Crown Street in Surry Hills, King Street in Newtown or Cockle Bay and Darling Harbour. Restaurants, cafés and bars offer Thai, Indian, Japanese, Italian, Turkish, Greek, tapas, fresh seafood and more. Food courts located around Sydney offer an amazing array of good food, day and night.

Westfield Sydney and Bondi Junction take casual dining to a glamorous new level while Sydney Central Plaza on Pitt Street Mall has something for everyone. Chinatown has four food courts off Dixon Street; don’t miss a laksa from the Happy Chef or char kway teow from Alice’s Makan. Other multicultural highlights include dumplings from Din Tai Fung, yum cha from Fisherman’s Wharf at Sydney Fish Market, pizzas from Pompei’s at Bondi Beach and artisan gelato from Cow & The Moon in Enmore.

COOL BUT COSY DRINKSA general rule for Sydney’s evolving bar scene: the hotter the bar, the harder it is to find. Venture down laneways and behind hidden doorways for little gems such as York Lane, The Roosevelt, Grandma's Bar, Stitch, The Grasshopper, and acclaimed whisky bar, Baxter Inn. The Sydney small bar scene is big on imagination, with cool, quirky themes

on show. Try Guatemalan-themed tequila joint, Tio's in Surry Hills and its neighbour, Button Bar, a rum-soaked pirate's den. There's also fifties-kitsch Hinky Dinks in Darlinghurst and Italian-rock themed bar, Vasco, in Surry Hills. Other cool bars in the city include Mojo Record Bar, The Lobo Plantation, The SG, Tapavino and Bulletin Place. Salute!

NEXT ON THE MENUSome of Sydney’s hottest food action is taking place in some of its more traditional neighbourhoods.

At The Hub near Bondi Beach, dine at A Tavola, Da Orazio Pizza + Porchetta, and Gelato Messina. In Manly, highlights include Papi Chulo on Manly Wharf, Manly Phoenix, Hugos Manly and Manly Wine. The Grounds, Kitchen by Mike, Da Mario and Black Star Pastry have turned Alexandria and Rosebery into Sydney’s newest dining hotspots. Sydney is known for its amazing

speciality coffee houses roasting their own single origin brews, offering tastings and syphon varieties plus cold-drip coffee. › Bean Drinking, Crows Nest› Campos Coffee, Newtown› Corduroy, Surry Hills› Double Roasters, Marrickville› Ham, Cronulla› Joe Black, Surry Hills› Salvador Coffee, Darlinghurst› Single Origin Roasters, Surry Hills› Source Espresso Bar, Mosman› St ALi's, Bondi Beach› The Grounds, Alexandria› TopHat Coffee Merchants, Clovelly.

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FOOD&WINE SHOPPING&CULTURE

MORE ABOUT GREAT SYDNEY FOOD AND WINE sydney.com/food

TOP FAMILY ATTRACTIONSKids really love animals and in Sydney, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to introduce them to amazing creatures from around the globe.

Head to Taronga Zoo, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary and WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, all located by the harbour and just a few minutes' travelling time from the city centre. Further afield are Featherdale Wildlife Park, Symbio Wildlife Park and the Australian Reptile Park. If your kids

prefer thrills and spills, take them on a high speed jet boat dash across the harbour (they must be at least 1.2 m tall to ride), jump on a bike to cycle along Sydney Olympic Park’s fantastic bike trails or check out the flying trapeze, slides and water jets of the Darling Quarter Playground. Fancy a day at the museum? Some of the best in Australia are here so find out what’s on and head to the Australian Museum, the Powerhouse Museum and the Australian National Maritime Museum.

GREAT PLACES TO STAY WITH KIDSWith a bit of planning, you’ll find family friendly and budget accommodation at great locations across Sydney including the city centre, Darling Harbour, Manly and Bondi Beach.

Many hotels have family rooms, kitchen facilities and fabulous views while spacious, self-contained apartments located across the city are just perfect for family groups. Sydney’s holiday parks are little known affordable gems offering self-catering cabins and powered sites for caravans not far from the city centre; YHAs with family rooms can be found in highly desirable locations. For a unique Sydney sleepover, experience Roar and Snore at Taronga Zoo.

UNIQUELY SYDNEYSpoil the kids this Winter with two Sydney experiences that they’ll remember for a long time – a Sydney Opera House show and a whale-watching cruise.

Highlights of 'Kids at the House' this year includes Pinocchio, a 21st-century spin on a classic tale, Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians for kids keen to meet Egyptian pharaohs and mummies, and the Sydney Youth Orchestra performing Lemony Snicket’s The Composer Is Dead. Of course, the ever-popular Babies Proms series is back for kids aged from two-to five-years-old.

If you’re in Sydney any time from May to November, take a whale-watching cruise departing from Circular Quay, Darling Harbour or Manly. This is whale-watching season and you’ll gaze in awe at the mighty humpbacks as they cruise along the coast. Most companies offer a 100% guarantee to see whales so the kids won’t go home disappointed!

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FINE WINESWhy not explore the beautiful NSW wine regions close to the city?

Australia’s oldest wine-producing region, the Hunter Valley, and one of its newest, the Southern Highlands, offer plenty of tempting food and wine experiences as well as a range of accommodation from five-star resorts to luxe guesthouses, B&Bs and country cabins. Sample local gourmet produce from olives to cheese, chocolate to coffee, pick berries fresh from the farm or meet the farmers and winemakers. You’re bound to find something special in one of the 150-plus wineries, vineyards and cellar doors in

the Hunter Valley, while the Southern Highlands has 15 cellar doors in an idyllic country setting. Another wine region, the Shoalhaven, has 13 cellar doors with the majority located around Gerringong, Berry and Shoalhaven Heads. Medal-winning, cool-climate wines are now being produced at Coolangatta Estate, where Alexander Berry planted the first vines of the region in the 1820s. A local cellar door trail leads to some very enjoyable food and wine experiences ranging from French provincial in style to modern Australian.

With cooler weather on the way, it’s time to begin planning a short break in NSW during Autumn and Winter.

REGIONAL NSWSHORT BREAKS

COLOURFUL SHORT BREAKSThe regions within three hours’ drive of Sydney offer an inspiring list of experiences perfectly suited to a short break or easy getaway with the kids.

This beautiful time of the year is when cool-climate gardens in the Southern Highlands and the Blue Mountains are colourful and romantic, and bushwalks and cosy pub lunches are especially welcoming. Wander through weekend village markets that are packed with freshly-picked local food and artisan produce, join a chestnut picking tour or learn how to make jams and jellies from fresh seasonal fruit. In the Blue Mountains you can even celebrate Christmas in July with Yuletide fare and good cheer. Along the coast,

walking tracks and cycle paths can be enjoyed at a leisurely pace.

In Port Stephens and Jervis Bay, the resident dolphins share the limelight with migrating whales as they cruise along the NSW coast during their journey to warmer waters. It’s also a good time of the year to get great accommodation deals at a desirable beach location from Wollongong to the Central Coast, Newcastle to Port Stephens. In the Hunter Valley, the vintage season is well under way, celebrated with a calendar of exciting food, wine and music events as clear blue skies, bare vines and colourful gardens turn the region into a photographer’s dream.

NATURAL HIGHS Wherever you stay on your short break, you’re bound to be close to one of the State’s 850 national parks or reserves.

Take your walking boots, a day pack or overnight gear, and head out in search of adventure; from idyllic day walks to soul searching multi-day treks, there’s a walk for everyone. Great day walks include the stunning coastal track in Bouddi National Park on the Central Coast or the mammoth 250 km, 16-day Great North Walk from Sydney’s Lane Cove to the Hunter Valley and Newcastle. Passing through several national parks, including Brisbane Water National Park (for 34 km), it’s often described as one of the best walks in NSW.

Other inspiring walks include Belmore Falls Walking Track in Morton National Park and the National Pass Walk in Blue Mountains National Park, which takes you past waterfalls and scenic lookouts.

During Winter, you may be lucky enough to do some whale-watching from a coastal national park. In Port Stephens, the invigorating short walk to the summit of Tomaree Head offers unparalleled views of the region’s waterways and coastline while the White Sands Walk at Jervis Bay is a beautiful, and easy, loop walk. Along the track, you’ll be treated to serene bay views, seeing birds in the wild and dolphin-watching. For outdoor fun, take the kids to Hunter Wetlands National Park near Newcastle for a picnic and easy cycling or wander along the scenic trails of the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area, near Wollongong.

EATING OUT Chefs are making their mark on dining experiences in NSW by using fresh regional produce as the basis for terrific menus.

In the quaint villages of Katoomba, Leura, Wentworth Falls and Blackheath, you’ll find a range of cosy cafés, restaurants, country pubs and wine bars to choose from. Popular Leura Garage is worth a visit for its Central Ranges wine list and hearty Italian-inspired menu – but for special occasions, hatted Darley’s at Lilianfels, and Echoes restaurant, with its stunning views, are perfect. Beachside Newcastle is also a very appealing food and wine destination. Now, with hatted restaurants Subo and Restaurant Mason, the city has some serious food

credentials. Eating out in Newcastle has never been more enjoyable so check out the city’s four distinctive dining neighbourhoods – The Boardwalk at Honeysuckle Wharf, Beaumont Street in Hamilton, Darby Street in Cooks Hill and The Junction.

Along the Central Coast, cafés and restaurants are dotted along beaches and inland from Pearl Beach and Erina to Hardy’s Bay, Killcare and Terrigal. Wollongong also has some fantastic beachside eateries with sublime ocean views including a string of cafés and pubs along the scenic coastal drive from Stanwell Park to Austinmer, Thirroul and on, to Gerringong.

There are now so many seriously good places to eat out in regional NSW that your next short break could be all about the food! To help your planning, here’s a list of restaurants that have recently won awards for their fine food, service and/or wine lists:

› Blue Mountains – Darley’s, Restaurant Como

› Central Coast – Manfredi at Bells, Pearls on the Beach, Reef Restaurant, The Cowrie

› Hunter Valley – Bistro Molines, Chez Pok, Muse Kitchen, Muse Restaurant, Restaurant Botanica, Roberts Restaurant

› Newcastle – Carrington Place, Merewether Surfhouse, Subo, Restaurant Mason

› Southern Highlands - Biota Dining, Eschalot, Horden’s

› Wollongong – Caveau.

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS Why not take the kids to a farmstay or on a camping adventure during Autumn or Winter this year and enjoy beautiful weather in the great outdoors.

They’ll have fun feeding the chickens, going for hayrides and exploring the countryside. It’s also a great way for the whole family to relax and reconnect over a campfire or by discovering the stars together. And whether you enjoy travelling with your own caravan, staying in a cosy cabin or pitching your tent,

you’ll find the perfect holiday park in a scenic location, many with million-dollar views. The other good news is that holiday parks offer a variety of styles of accommodation to suit every budget. You might like to set up in a private ensuite site in a pretty riverside location, pitch a tent by the beach or enjoy a touch of luxury in a five-star, self-contained cabin. Facilities are likely to range from swimming pools and tennis courts to landscaped gardens and BBQs.

FLYING GETAWAYS A network of regional airports makes it easy to fly in for a short break at great locations around NSW.

Why not fly to Orange to explore food and wine trails, especially around Easter when Orange F.O.O.D. Week kicks off? The beautiful beaches of Byron Bay and surrounding World Heritage national parks are a 70-minute flight from Sydney; book in for a short break during Lismore’s Opera in the Channon in July.

Other exciting events coming up during Winter include Deni Blues & Roots Festival in April (fly to Albury) and Coffs Harbour’s Australian Surf Festival in August.

More short break destinations especially enjoyable during Winter include Byron Bay (fly to Ballina), the Snowy Mountains (Canberra), New England North West (Armidale) and Outback NSW (Broken Hill).

Outdoor sports and activities are enjoyable at any time of the year.

› Get your adrenalin pumping on a sand-boarding adventure on Stockton Beach sand dunes

› Go caving, rock-climbing and abseiling in the Blue Mountains

› Hire a bike and hit the mountain trails of Glenworth Valley

› Get your thrills in Wollongong with hang gliding, paragliding, and sky diving onto the beach

› Go mountain biking on dirt tracks to spectacular viewpoints in Morton National Park

› Try tandem hang gliding or paragliding over the beaches and hinterland of Newcastle

› Treetop Adventure Park let kids aged three and up explore the forests from flying foxes.

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REGIONAL NSW EVENTS

TULIP TIME FESTIVALEach Spring, the beautiful cool-climate gardens of the Southern Highlands burst into colour during this spectacular celebration of tulips.

Now one of Australia’s largest floral garden festivals, Tulip Time sees the stunning Corbett Gardens in Bowral transformed into a sea of vibrant reds, yellows and purples as more than 100,000 bulbs bloom. As well as this incredible floral display, there are open gardens, horticultural displays, dancing, music, food and wine, street theatre, art exhibitions, a street parade and fun for kids.

When: 16 Sept – 6 Oct, 2014 Where: Corbett Gardens, Bowral.


southern-highlands.com.au/tulip-time

XTERRA ASIA-PACIFIC CHAMPIONSHIPJoin in as XTERRA history is made when the inaugural Asia-Pacific Championship is held in stunning Jervis Bay.

Comprised of swimming, mountain biking and trail running, XTERRA is the ultimate extreme triathlon. This off-road event is a chance to test yourself and have fun doing it, with a variety of participation options such as 5 km, 10 km and kids, races. Up for grabs is $50,000 in pro

prize money and the title of Asia-Pacific champion. The event will also serve as XTERRA’s Australian Championship, giving local runners the chance to grab a very special national title.

When: 25 – 27 April, 2014 Where: Jervis Bay.


xterraasiapacific.com

PORT TO PORT MTBAustralia’s newest mountain-biking race takes to the international stage for the first time in 2014. Whether you’re a recreational rider or highly competitive rider, this race is designed to be fun and challenging, offering the chance to ride from one to four days. The region's dramatic coastal and hinterland scenery is the stunning backdrop as cyclists travel from Port Stephens to the Hunter Valley and on to Newcastle.

When: 29 May – 1 June, 2014 Where: Port Stephens,

Newcastle and Hunter.

To register and for information go to:

porttoportmtb.com

SCULPTURE AT SCENIC WORLDAustralia's only rainforest sculpture exhibition is located in the pristine bush setting of the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.

Artists showing their work include sculptors from China and Hong Kong as well as Australian artists. The renowned sculptor, Ken Unsworth, has been commissioned to create an 8m-high sculpture for this exhibition. Take your time to wander along elevated boardwalks and view these world-class

sculptures in an unparalleled natural setting. Visit online for the complete program that features lectures, artists' talks and 'Sculpture for Small People' workshops led by exhibiting artists.

When: 24 April – 18 May, 2014 Where: Scenic World, Katoomba,

Blue Mountains.


scenicworld.com.au

TARONGA WILD! RHINOS Follow the colourful trail of rhinoceros sculptures that are dotted around Sydney, the Blue Mountains and all the way to Dubbo's Taronga Western Plains Zoo where you can see real rhinoceros up close. You can also get involved in this inspiring campaign to save the world's remaining wild rhinos at tarongawildrhinos.org.au

APRIL Taronga Wild! Rhinos Sydney, Blue Mountains & Dubbo, until 28 April

Orange F.O.O.D Week Orange, 4 – 13 April

Narooma Oyster Festival Narooma, 5 – 6 April

The Bundanoon Highland Gathering Festival Bundanoon, 5 April

Gosford to Lord Howe Island Yacht Race Gosford – Lord Howe Island, 5 – 15 April

Sail Port Stephens Port Stephens, 11 – 16 April

Woolgoolga Curryfest Woolgoolga, 11 – 27 April

Bluesfest Byron Bay – 25th Anniversary Byron Bay, 17 – 21 April

Griffith La Festa Griffith, 19 April

Deni Blues & Roots Festival Deniliquin, 19 – 20 April

Canowindra Balloon Challenge Canowindra, 22 – 27 April

Sculptures at Scenic World Blue Mountains, 24 April – 18 May

2014 Trans Tasman Test Series – Touch Football Mudgee, 25 – 27 April

XTERRA Asia–Pacific Championship Jervis Bay, 25 – 27 April

Fuelarama Newcastle, 26 – 27 April

MAY2014 Toyota IRONMAN Australia Port Macquarie Port Macquarie, 4 May

Battle on the Border Cycling Festival Kings Cliff, 15 – 18 May

Emirates Park Scone Cup Carnival Scone Race Club, 16 – 17 May

Eurobodalla River of Art Durras Lake & Wallaga Lake, 16 – 25 May

Batlow Cider Fest Batlow, 17 May

2014 NCHA Futurity Tamworth, 28 May – 8 June

Port to Port MTB Port Stephens, Newcastle and Hunter 29 May – 1 June

JUNEHunter Valley Wine and Food Month Hunter Valley, 1 – 30 June

The Peak Festival Perisher Valley, 6 – 9 June

Shoalhaven Coast Winter Wine Festival Various locations including Kiama and Shoalhaven, 7 – 9 June

Coonamble Rodeo and Campdraft Coonamble, 7 – 9 June

5 Lands Walk Central Coast, 21 June

JULY Eastern University Games Newcastle, 6 – 10 July

Opera at the Channon Lismore, 27 July

AUGUST Fireside Festival the Poachers Way Yass Valley, 1 – 31 August

Dungog’s – fresh new film festival Dungog, 28 – 31 August

Australian Surf Festival Coffs Harbour, 2 – 19 August

Bangalow Music Festival Bangalow, 15 – 17 August

SEPTEMBERCoffs Harbour Running Festival Coffs Harbour, 7 September

Dubbo Stampede Dubbo, 7 September

Daffodils at Rydal 2014 Rydal, 13 – 14 & 20 – 21 September

Sample Food Festival Bangalow, 13 September

Tulip Time Festival Corbett Gardens, Bowral 16 September – 6 October

WUPA @ Wanaruah Hunter Valley, 6 September - 31 October

OCTOBER Great Southern Blues Festival Narooma, 3 – 5 October

Spirit of the Land Lockhart Festival Lockhart, 11 – 12 October

IRONMAN 70.3 Port Macquarie Port Macquarie, 19 October

Byron Bay Surf Festival Byron Bay, 24 – 26 October

Orange Wine Week Orange & surrounding regions 23 October – 2 November

CoastOut Festival Park Beach, Coffs Harbour, 24 – 26 October

Chromefest The Entrance, 24 – 26 October

Eden Whale Festival Eden, 25 October – 2 November

Tastes at the Bay Festival Port Stephens, 31 October – 2 November

NOVEMBERCarcoar Cup Running Festival Carcoar & Neville, 1 – 2 November

Opera in the Paddock Armidale, 8 November

Sculpture in the Vineyards Wollombi, Hunter Valley, 25 October – 23 November

Mullum Music Festival Mullumbimby, 20 – 23 November

DECEMBERInternational Children's Games Lake Macquarie, 6 – 11 December

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