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Sydney Conservatorium of Music
The castellated 鈥楥on鈥?was designed in 1817 by convict architect Francis Greenway as the stables and servants鈥?quarters of Governor Macquarie鈥檚 new government house. Partly because of the project鈥檚 extravagance, Macquarie was ousted before the house could be completed. In 1915 the s
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Indo
This excellent marine aquarium at the Waterfront Precinct gives you a close encounter with the denizens at the bottom of Darwin Harbour. Each small tank is a complete ecosystem, with only the occasional extra fish introduced as food for some of the predators, such as stonefish or t
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Bellingen Island
This little semiattached island on the Bellinger River (its only completely cut off when the river is in flood) is home to a huge colony of grey-headed flying foxes. At dusk they fly out in their thousands to feed; its an impressive sight, best viewed from the bridge in the centre
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Table Cape
An extinct volcano, Table Cape has an otherworldly feel to it. To reach the summit, take the minor road (C234) 4km northwest out of Wynyard, and drive to the lighthouse , which began its seaside vigil in 1888. Although actual opening hours can be erratic, if its open you can climb
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University of Sydney
Australia鈥檚 oldest tertiary institution (1850) has over 49,000 students and even boasts its own postcode. You don鈥檛 need to have a PhD to grab a free campus map and wander around. Flanked by two grand halls that wouldn鈥檛 be out of place in Harry Potter鈥檚 beloved Hogwarts, the Quadr
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Historic Buildings
There are some grand 19th-century buildings constructed from locally quarried limestone around town, including the Sorrento Hotel (1871), Continental Hotel (1875) and Koonya Hotel (1878). They look fabulous in the late-afternoon sun.
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St James鈥?Church
Built from convict-made bricks, Sydney鈥檚 oldest church (1819) is widely considered to be architect Francis Greenways masterpiece. It was originally designed as a courthouse, but the brief changed and the cells became the crypt. Check out the dark-wood choir loft, the sparkling copp
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Lombadina
Between Middle Lagoon and Cape Leveque, Lombadina is located 200km from Broome. This beautiful tree-fringed village offers various tours (minimum of three people required) including fishing, whale watching, 4WD, mudcrabbing, kayaking and walking, which can be booked through the off
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Historical Museum
The courthouse (1880), on Russell St, is the most impressive of Bathursts many interesting old buildings. Local myth has it there was a mix-up of the plans with those intended for Indias magnificent Court of Appeals! The court is the central section of the building. In the east win
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Johnston Collection
Making for a fascinating visit, not only will you see the exquisite collection of sharp-eyed antique dealer William Johnston in his majestic East Melbourne mansion, but youll hear his intriguing back story. Its popular with repeat visitors as the furniture and items are changed eve
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Visitor Centre
The visitor centre has displays on the parks cultural and natural history, and its here you can pick up maps, pay park and camping fees, and enquire about tours. Next door is the Shearers Quarters accommodation and the Historic Woolshed , dating from 1869 and well worth a look.Behi
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Tomaree National Park
This wonderfully wild expanse harbours several threatened species, including the spotted-tailed quoll and powerful owl.At the eastern end of Shoal Bay there鈥檚 a short walk to the surf at unpatrolled Zenith Beach , or you can tackle the Tomaree Head Summit Walk (1km, one hour return
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Lane Cove National Park
This 601-hectare park, surrounded by North Shore suburbia, is a great place to stretch out on some middle-sized bushwalks. It鈥檚 home to dozens of critters, including some endangered owls and toads. If you visit in spring, the water dragons will be getting horny and the native orchi
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Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve
Past Jessie Gap you drive over eroded flats before entering a valley between red ridges. Corroboree Rock , 51km from Alice Springs, is one of many strangely shaped dolomite outcrops scattered over the valley floor. Despite the name, its doubtful the rock was ever used as a corrobor
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Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
Wild and windy Cape Leeuwin, where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet, is the most southwesterly point in Australia. It takes its name from a Dutch ship that passed here in 1622. The lighthouse (1896), WAs tallest, offers magnificent views of the coastline. Tours leave every 40 mi
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Cobb & Co Museum
How many school kids can you squeeze into one museum? Immediately north of Queens Park, the rather good Cobb & Co Museum houses an impressive carriage collection with hands-on displays depicting town life and outback travel back in horse-powered days. The museum also has a blac
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Central Park
Occupying the site of an old brewery, this work-in-progress residential and shopping development will eventually cover 6,500 sq metres, and is already revitalising the central fringe suburb of Chippendale. Most impressive is Jean Nouvels award-winning, vertical garden鈥揷overed tower
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Herring Island Park
Herring Island is a prelapsarian garden that seeks to preserve the original trees and grasses of the Yarra and provide a home for indigenous animals. Within is an impressive collection of environmental sculpture, including work by Andy Goldsworthy (UK) and locals Julie Collins, Rob
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University of Melbourne
The esteemed University of Melbourne was established in 1853 and remains one of Australia鈥檚 most prestigious universities. Its blend of Victorian Gothic stone buildings, midcentury international-style towers and postmodern showpieces provides a snapshot of changing architectural a
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Taylor Square
You know it鈥檚 been a rough night if you wake up in Taylor Sq 鈥?a vaguely defined paved area straddling the gay hub of Oxford St. The stern Greek Revival Darlinghurst Courthouse (1842) watches the goings-on, no doubt disapprovingly. Near the courthouse is a heritage-listed Edwardian
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