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sculpture, art, picasso exhibition

10am-5pm, Art Gallery of New South Wales

Picasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most...   Read morePicasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most significant Picasso exhibition to come to Australia and, for the Art Gallery of NSW, the most ambitious.

Over 150 important paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings created by Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) have come from the artist’s personal collection and are drawn from the permanent collection of the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the largest and most renowned repository of the artist’s works in the world. The exhibition will capture every phase of his extraordinary career, including masterpieces from his Blue, Rose, Expressionist, Cubist, Neoclassical and Surrealist periods.

Part of a world tour, the exhibition is co-organised by the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the Art Gallery of NSW and Art Exhibitions Australia. The Art Gallery of NSW is the only Australian venue. Collapse

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sculpture, art, picasso exhibition

10am-5pm, Art Gallery of New South Wales

Picasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most...   Read morePicasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most significant Picasso exhibition to come to Australia and, for the Art Gallery of NSW, the most ambitious.

Over 150 important paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings created by Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) have come from the artist’s personal collection and are drawn from the permanent collection of the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the largest and most renowned repository of the artist’s works in the world. The exhibition will capture every phase of his extraordinary career, including masterpieces from his Blue, Rose, Expressionist, Cubist, Neoclassical and Surrealist periods.

Part of a world tour, the exhibition is co-organised by the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the Art Gallery of NSW and Art Exhibitions Australia. The Art Gallery of NSW is the only Australian venue. Collapse

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iconic sights, bicycle tour

10.30am-2.30pm, The Rocks

The Sydney Classic Tour is Bonza's most popular tour. There is no other experience in...   Read moreThe Sydney Classic Tour is Bonza's most popular tour. There is no other experience in town that shows you as much or entertains you like the Sydney Classic! We will take you to all of the iconic sights, and tons of other sights you may miss on your own. Our expert guides will give you the information you need to get the most out of your trip to Sydney. We are the experts, so sit back and let us do all the work! We'll take you to see the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour (right next to the yachts themselves), the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, the Royal Botanic Gardens (including the Flying Foxes), Hyde Park, the Anzac War Memorial, Chinatown, Sydney Tower, Parliament House, Queen Victoria Building, Museum of Contemporary Art, Art Gallery of NSW, and over 30 more great attractions! We'll even stop to take in a warm friendly pub as a half way point on your tour! (But just for a quick drink...there's a lot to see on this tour.)

Location: Bonza Bike Tours - 30 Harrington Street, The Rocks

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drag races, competition

12pm, Bondi Beach

The Mardi Gras Drag Races is one of the most iconic events of the season, as Sydney's...   Read moreThe Mardi Gras Drag Races is one of the most iconic events of the season, as Sydney's drag kings and queens emerge from the nightclubs to compete in the sun and sand of the world famous Bondi Beach!

Fourteen years before RuPaul told her queens to “sashay away”, Sydney icon Vanessa Wagner created the Bondi Drag Races where kings and queens battle it out for the ultimate crown.

Last year’s competition saw a bigger arena and activities ranging from the Dainty Dune Dash to Handbag Discus. Get into a frock or paint on a moustache and join us for a camp afternoon in the sun!

Information regarding registration will be added closer to the season. The Drag Races are free to watch on the day. Collapse

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art, sculpture, picasso exhibition

10am-5pm, Art Gallery of New South Wales

Picasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most...   Read morePicasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most significant Picasso exhibition to come to Australia and, for the Art Gallery of NSW, the most ambitious.

Over 150 important paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings created by Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) have come from the artist’s personal collection and are drawn from the permanent collection of the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the largest and most renowned repository of the artist’s works in the world. The exhibition will capture every phase of his extraordinary career, including masterpieces from his Blue, Rose, Expressionist, Cubist, Neoclassical and Surrealist periods.

Part of a world tour, the exhibition is co-organised by the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the Art Gallery of NSW and Art Exhibitions Australia. The Art Gallery of NSW is the only Australian venue. Collapse

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iconic sights, bicycle tour

10.30am-2.30pm, The Rocks

The Sydney Classic Tour is Bonza's most popular tour. There is no other experience in...   Read moreThe Sydney Classic Tour is Bonza's most popular tour. There is no other experience in town that shows you as much or entertains you like the Sydney Classic! We will take you to all of the iconic sights, and tons of other sights you may miss on your own. Our expert guides will give you the information you need to get the most out of your trip to Sydney. We are the experts, so sit back and let us do all the work! We'll take you to see the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour (right next to the yachts themselves), the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, the Royal Botanic Gardens (including the Flying Foxes), Hyde Park, the Anzac War Memorial, Chinatown, Sydney Tower, Parliament House, Queen Victoria Building, Museum of Contemporary Art, Art Gallery of NSW, and over 30 more great attractions! We'll even stop to take in a warm friendly pub as a half way point on your tour! (But just for a quick drink...there's a lot to see on this tour.)

Location: Bonza Bike Tours - 30 Harrington Street, The Rocks

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dance party

2pm, Darling Harbour

Our harbour-side event is a Mardi Gras favourite, and the epitome of partying...   Read moreOur harbour-side event is a Mardi Gras favourite, and the epitome of partying decadence.

Set beside breath-taking views of world famous Sydney Harbour, Harbour '12 invites you to dance to your favourite DJs as the sun sets over our stunning city.

Drawing some one of the most gorgeous partygoers from around the world, Harbour '12 has made a name for itself as a not-to-be-missed part of the season.

Last year's Harbour Party saw Mardi Gras join forces with popular Sydney party promoter Johan Khoury to create Harbour '11 with added Daywash. The party in the Botanic Gardens had outdoor bars, cocktails and two stages featuring artists such as former Australian Idol contestant Jessica Mauboy and dance vocalist Peyton, as well as DJs Dan Murphy, DJs Wayne G (UK), Paul Heron (UK), Kate Monroe, Troy Cox and GI Jode.

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picasso exhibition, art, sculpture

10am-5pm, Art Gallery of New South Wales

Picasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most...   Read morePicasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most significant Picasso exhibition to come to Australia and, for the Art Gallery of NSW, the most ambitious.

Over 150 important paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings created by Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) have come from the artist’s personal collection and are drawn from the permanent collection of the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the largest and most renowned repository of the artist’s works in the world. The exhibition will capture every phase of his extraordinary career, including masterpieces from his Blue, Rose, Expressionist, Cubist, Neoclassical and Surrealist periods.

Part of a world tour, the exhibition is co-organised by the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the Art Gallery of NSW and Art Exhibitions Australia. The Art Gallery of NSW is the only Australian venue. Collapse

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bicycle tour, iconic sights

10.30am-2.30pm, The Rocks

The Sydney Classic Tour is Bonza's most popular tour. There is no other experience in...   Read moreThe Sydney Classic Tour is Bonza's most popular tour. There is no other experience in town that shows you as much or entertains you like the Sydney Classic! We will take you to all of the iconic sights, and tons of other sights you may miss on your own. Our expert guides will give you the information you need to get the most out of your trip to Sydney. We are the experts, so sit back and let us do all the work! We'll take you to see the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour (right next to the yachts themselves), the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, the Royal Botanic Gardens (including the Flying Foxes), Hyde Park, the Anzac War Memorial, Chinatown, Sydney Tower, Parliament House, Queen Victoria Building, Museum of Contemporary Art, Art Gallery of NSW, and over 30 more great attractions! We'll even stop to take in a warm friendly pub as a half way point on your tour! (But just for a quick drink...there's a lot to see on this tour.)

Location: Bonza Bike Tours - 30 Harrington Street, The Rocks

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art, sculpture, picasso exhibition

10am-5pm, Art Gallery of New South Wales

Picasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most...   Read morePicasso: masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris will be the most significant Picasso exhibition to come to Australia and, for the Art Gallery of NSW, the most ambitious.

Over 150 important paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings created by Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) have come from the artist’s personal collection and are drawn from the permanent collection of the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the largest and most renowned repository of the artist’s works in the world. The exhibition will capture every phase of his extraordinary career, including masterpieces from his Blue, Rose, Expressionist, Cubist, Neoclassical and Surrealist periods.

Part of a world tour, the exhibition is co-organised by the Musée National Picasso, Paris, the Art Gallery of NSW and Art Exhibitions Australia. The Art Gallery of NSW is the only Australian venue. Collapse

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pole fitness, gym, pole dance, fitness classes, workshops

0404860265, 193 Canterbury Rd | Map

Vertical pole gymnastics is a form of exercise that is safe for men and women of all...   Read moreVertical pole gymnastics is a form of exercise that is safe for men and women of all ages: from beginners to professionals. A great way to sculpt your body, it additionally provides a quick way to eliminate excess weight while building better posture that results to greater self-confidence.

Pole Fitness Studios is one of the leading establishments that helps a lot of people in the development of safe, easy-to-follow vertical pole gymnastics locks, grips and aerodynamic exercises that have been systematically and carefully tested to provide the best results to people of all ages and fitness levels.

With Pole Fitness Studios, students are slowly introduced to the poses using a series of classes formulated for newbies, leading to higher-level routines ideal for the fittest of athletes and dancers. Professionally trained instructors will guide you as you learn in a safe manner.

Angela Perry and her team of knowledgeable teachers conduct over 20 class every week in a safe, non-threatening environment at their studio in Canterbury.

Our studio guarantees that students do not share a pole so that each person will quickly progress from basic grips to higher-level positions and techniques. Because of some misconceptions about the nature of this type of exercise, Pole Fitness Studios provides single gender classes to refrain women (or men) from feeling embarrassed about some of the steps they do in class.

Tricks, links and routines become more challenging and exciting as you attend more classes at Pole Fitness Studios. Your level of advancement through the program is monitored and you are free to discuss any difficulties with your instructor. Collapse

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snorkelling, beach

Fairlight Beach | Map

Fairlight beach is in Sydney harbour, about 1 or 2km walk from Manly Wharf. It's...   Read moreFairlight beach is in Sydney harbour, about 1 or 2km walk from Manly Wharf. It's facing Sydney harbour so there is no surf with calm waters. The beach has sand largely made up of shell grit (largely missing from the beaches on either side), and a small tidal swimming pool.
The water stays shallow for some distance, then there is a huge dropoff, forming a wall. Many large schools of fish can be found at this wall. Especially look down a few metres under ledges. The shallow areas of Fairlight have nice fish too. Collapse

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beach, dog friendly

Wanda Beach | Map

Wanda Beach is the northernmost patrolled beach of the southern suburb of Cronulla...   Read moreWanda Beach is the northernmost patrolled beach of the southern suburb of Cronulla. Wanda is an Aboriginal word for beach or sand hills.
The off-leash area at Wanda Beach is north of Track 6 and along as far as the 4-Wheel Drive Park (but the dogs are prohibited from entering the dunes). Dogs are allowed on the beach, either on or off a lead, Monday to Friday (including Monday morning and Friday evening) before 8.30am and after 7.00pm during daylight saving, and before 8.30am and after 4.30pm during non-daylight saving. Dogs are not allowed on the beach on Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays. Collapse

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park

02 9231 8111, Mrs Macquaries Road | Map

The Royal Botanic Gardens - a botanical and cultural oasis, a green sanctuary in the...   Read moreThe Royal Botanic Gardens - a botanical and cultural oasis, a green sanctuary in the heart of the great city of Sydney, is a place of natural beauty, where people come for peace, relaxation, education, and to learn more about plants and horticulture.
The Gardens cover 30 hectares and everywhere you go, you will see reminders of the city’s beginnings.
Eyes wide open and you may see an Orchard butterfly as big as your hand, a jewel-like Superb Fairy Wren that will fit in your hand, a colony of Pearl White Butterflies blown off course from the tropics and now safe in the Gardens, or a Titan Arum fl ower two metres high.
Now try conjuring up the ghosts of a colonial era of mayhem, murder and mutiny, courage, foresight and vision; tread in the footsteps of a Governor’s lady to her tranquil place overlooking the harbour. Envisage the first farm planted here in 1788 with corn; twirl around and see the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, the deep blue Harbour, and the skyline of the business district.
The National Herbarium of NSW - centre for plant conservation & research - is located within the Royal Botanic Gardens. Collapse

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library

(02) 9330 6111, Cnr Queens Road and Dora Streets | Map

Hurstville City Library, Museum & Gallery is a centre of cultural excellence which...   Read moreHurstville City Library, Museum & Gallery is a centre of cultural excellence which educates, inspires, and engages Hurstville diverse community through innovative programs and services that foster creativity, celebrate local identity and support life long learning. Collapse

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whale watching, cruises

02 9818 6000, Eastern Pontoon | Map

Sydney Whale Watching Adventure Cruises -
Where we make your experiences come...   Read moreSydney Whale Watching Adventure Cruises -
Where we make your experiences come alive!

Join Sydney Whale Watching Adventure Cruises for your Whale Watching experience. Cruise on an Ultra Modern Catamaran and take in the breath taking views of Sydney Harbour on your way to meet the majestic giants of the sea. Let us make your experiences come alive!

Please note that cruises are weather dependant and may be cancelled. For info, updates and full terms & conditions please see the website. Collapse

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canyoning, mountain biking, bushwalking, park, rock climbing

02 4787 8877 ‎, Blue Mountains National Park | Map

More than three million people come to Blue Mountains National Park each year. For...   Read moreMore than three million people come to Blue Mountains National Park each year. For many it's enough just to find a lookout and gaze across the park's chiselled sandstone outcrops and hazy blue forests. Others walk or cycle along the cliff-tops and in the valleys, following paths that were created for Victorian-era honeymooners, or discovered by Aboriginal hunters many thousands of years ago. Over 140 km of walking tracks of all grades (some accessible for people with a disability) in diverse settings make the Blue Mountains a bushwalker's paradise.

This park, which is part of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, protects an unusually diverse range of vegetation communities. There are rare and ancient plants and isolated animal populations tucked away in its deep gorges.

The park covers 267,954 hectares, and the boundary of the park is quite irregular as it is broken up by roads, urban areas and inholdings. Collapse

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169 Dolphin st. | Map

Best venue in town, wooden floors, balcony to the sea and a lot of space for...   Read moreBest venue in town, wooden floors, balcony to the sea and a lot of space for dancing.

$ 5 steak at the bistro until 9 pm.

Every Wednesday night - Salsa Dancing
8 pm - free salsa classes for beginners
From 9 pm till late - social dance.

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