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I grew-up on the outskirts of Sydney (when it was ‘country', not project homes and bulldozed bush) and learnt to ride before I could walk. I retired my riding career at the ripe old age of 16 and enjoy a regular canter around the Park just because I love riding!

You'll find your steed at the Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre ...

The Rocks is one of the most-visited parts of Sydney. It is not hard to see why. Nestled at the foot of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and on the western shores of Sydney Cove, The Rocks is the foundation place of Sydney and Australia, and of enormous historical signifiance. It is often described as "Sydney's outdoors museum". Read more...

The Rocks is the ...

If you want to find some peace in this loud city, pack a picnic and go directly to Centennial Park. This 360-hectares of bush, swamp, ponds, green fields, walking and cycling tracks, playgrounds and pine-forests is only 10 minutes from the city, at the top of Oxford Street. Sir Henry Parkes dedicated the Parklands in 1888 and it was the ...

Clovelly Beach is a narrow inlet around the headland from Coogee, with a small beach and picnic huts at the pointy end and concrete platforms and promenades along the once rocky shoreline. It's an odd look, reminiscent of something you might find at the English seaside.

During the depression, local men were employed to cement the shore and make the bay more user-friendly. There are ...

Some of this week's best music gigs and where to find them.

Gomez
Indie/alternative/rock/pop
April 14 and April 15
Metro Theatre, Sydney
Tickets $60.50 (plus booking fee)

Sarah Blasko
Folk/pop
April 18 to April 20
@Newtown, Newtown
Tickets $44.80 (plus booking fee)

Lloyd Cole
Folk/rock/pop
April 17 to April 19
The Basement, Circular Quay
Tickets $40 (plus booking fee)

Glenn Tilbrook
Pop/rock
April 18 and April 19
The Vanguard, Newtown
Tickets $30

Josh Pyke
Alternative/rock/pop
April 20
Metro Theatre, Sydney
Tickets $20 (plus booking fee)
April 21
Shooters Bar, Yallah Roadhouse, Yallah
Tickets $20 ...

Royal Easter Show
Until April 18 (LAST DAYS)
The Royal Easter Show is the largest annual event staged in Australia, attracting 1 million people each year. It's now in its second week and attractions include the flower and garden show, woodchopping events, the NSW Police Stage Band performances and rides like the Rock n Tug and the Gold Mine Coaster. Ticket prices: Adult $31, children $21.50. ...

Have you visited the Royal Botanic Gardens, an oasis of 30 hectares in the heart of the city? The RBG is wrapped around Farm Cove at the edge of Sydney Harbor; The Gardens occupy one of Sydney's most spectacular positions. Established in 1816, the RBG is the oldest scientific institution in the country and home to an outstanding collection ...

This is a little late for mention but still, better late than never. One of the highlights of Sydney’s social calendar is the Easter Races, more formally known as the Tooheys New Easter Carnival. Held over four days, they are the David Jones Derby, Emirates Doncaster Day, JPMorgan Australian Oaks Day and Schweppes Sydney Cup Day.

Day one, held on 7 April, David Jones Australian Derby Day, would be ...

With towering honey-coloured cliffs and large boulders strewn around the shoreline, this secluded bay is tucked between Clovelly and Coogee beaches. It's one of my favourite snorkelling and diving spots.

Catch the 339 bus from the city (approx 25 mins) or park down the southern end (to the right) of Clovelly car park. Enjoy the great coastal views as you follow a small ...

A friend booked one of these sensational massages for my birthday last year and I couldn't wait to get down there and ‘on the table'. Massage by the Sea was inspired by the relaxing, holiday atmosphere of Wylie's Baths, located around the cliffs at the north end of Coogee Beach.

My ...