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In the lead-up to Christmas hundreds of busking performances will feature across 20 Melbourne city locations to encourag...

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Spend at whole day at The District Docklands with A Day of Carols- an all-day program of live entertainment and performa...

The Toogoolwah Picnic Festival invites picnickers and day-trippers to journey to Toogoolawah over the October Long Weeke...

The Sydney Connection conducts weekly inner-city dining walks of Surry Hills- Darlinghurst and Potts Point.Accompanied by our Owner-Operator Maree Sheehan a well-connected local guide- our walks are aimed at visitors and Sydneysiders who want to go 'where the locals go' for inspiring food- good service and cool interiors.We offer our guests the chance to experience Sydney's fabulous small bar culture and dine at three different inner-city Sydney restaurants in one evening. If you're a local looking for a new perspective on our fine city this is the perfect experience.For visitors- it's a great opportunity if you are only spending a short time in Sydney and want to gain an understanding of our food culture and night time vibe. You can also ask your guide all your Sydney questions: our history- the demographics of the precinct- the latest real estate prices or just where to go for breakfast.Surry Hills Highlights We begin our dining walk in Surry Hills in the industrial interior of a rum distillery with its own bar. Positioned on a tree-lined street edged by cycle paths next to the latest in modern architecture juxtaposed by grand Victorian terraces dressed in filigree and greenery. With cuisines from Italy- France and the Middle East we are spoilt for choice in this part of inner-city Sydney.The main streets of this precinct are a mix of commercial and residential buildings. Elegant restored pubs stand next to on-trend cafes with street seating and restaurants with secret lush courtyards hidden out the back. Favoured by professional creatives and locals for breakfast- lunch and dinner there is always a new special or cocktail to discover. There's a relaxed vibe with fabulous fashion and interior store windows competing for our eye as we stroll down Crown Street taking in the scene.Group discounts available now - see our website for detailsCOVID Safety measuresWe are limiting our group size to 6 guestsEnjoying 3 courses instead of 4 coursesBooking separate Uber's for guests & guide for pick-upPracticing social distancing on the walk between venuesDining at restaurants that adhere to the 4 square measure rule between tablesIndulging in a sit-down dessert - with sparkling - instead of lining-up for gelato (sorry Riva Reno & Messina - we will be back!)Giving a complimentary bottle of Sydney Distillery sanistiser to each guest on arrivalPlus of course we are packing masks in case you forgot yours!

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Discover a little bit of Sydney's eclectic 'Golden Mile' you never knew or bring back some of your old favourite memories of the area from years gone by.  Springfield and Challis by Sydney Lodges are partnering with Journey Walks and Dulcie's Kings Cross to show you a unique side to one of Sydney's most vibrant villages. This Thursday- in conjunction with the Potts Point precinct's 'Shop Late - Xperience Potts Point at Night' supported by the City of Sydney- Sydney Lodges is sharing their knowledge of the history- architecture and heritage of the glory days of the area. The experience begins with a Martini classMake & drink your own martini by Dulcie's Kings Cross- the premier drinking den of the area- aptly named after Queen of Bohemia- local Dulcie Deamer (1920s writer and activist). Take a tour of Potts PointStep back in time to relive the last century of this exclusive neighbourhood- turned bohemian hub- turned international entertainment mecca and underworld playground! Hear the stories of glamour- good-times and murder as you wander the avenues and back lanes of Potts Point.Once the tour is finished- our local guide will leave you to enjoy what's on offer at the Shop Late Xperience before Sydney Lodges tucks you in for a good night's rest.  Sydney Lodges- boutique hotel group offers heritage vibes- cool tones- fresh clean linen and a warm friendly welcome. Wake up just steps from our local cafes and order your favourite coffee and breakfast. The tours will be kept to a small group of up to 8 people- adhering to current Covid-safe protocols.Inclusions: one Martini class including your own martini plus the 1-hour walking tour with any overnight stay at either Springfield or Challis by Sydney Lodges. Book Now

The Ankali Project provide training for volunteers interested in supporting socially isolated people.Once training is complete- as a volunteer- you'll be matched with a socially isolated client- living with HIV.As a volunteer- you'll provide community access- and social and emotional support as a friend. This could include going to cafes- the movies- art galleries- dinners - you name it!You'll be supported with establishing healthy client boundaries as the relationship progresses.As a volunteer- you'll attend a fortnightly support group to debrief and receive support from other volunteers.The Ankali Project Social Work staff is also there to support you- every step of the way.Since 1985- The Ankali Project has trained more than 2000 volunteers. You'll join volunteers from all walks of life- but have the time and commitment to make a difference in the life of someone else.If you have any questions about the service model- or the commitment- please make contact.We're a NSW Health-funded service- as a division of the larger clinical- multi-disciplinary Albion Centre.

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