By kimhopkins on 22/03/2011 3:10 PM

The Garage Sale Trail

The Garage Sale Trail is on April 10 2011. This is such a great way for international students to see everyday Australians. You can see where they live, see their town and see stuff they own! This garage sale bonanza will be in trendy suburbs, Glebe and Surry Hills, so you are sure to see some unusual items for sale, and who knows, you might even find a cool gift for someone at home?

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By Paula . on 22/03/2011 9:50 AM

  
The Australia Network is Australia’s international television service. Along with news, sport,  Australian drama and cooking shows it features some excellent programs for learning English that are great to help you continue to improve your English skills when you go home.

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By kimhopkins on 18/03/2011 3:33 PM

Platform Hip Hop Festival

Got nothing to do this weekend (apart from going to the St.Patrick’s day parade on Sunday)? Head on down to Carriageworks and have a blast at the Platform Hip Hop Festival.

 This Saturday learn choreography for break dancing, FREE hip hop dance lessons and more.

 

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By kimhopkins on 16/03/2011 8:50 AM

St. Patrick's Day in Sydney

St.Patrick’s Day in Sydney is set to be bigger and better than ever in 2011. This years theme is ‘Book of Kells’. Participants are encouraged to embrace this theme and use it as an inspiration for costumes. There will be entertainment on George Street outside the Town Hall before the parade, including music and dancing.

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By kimhopkins on 4/03/2011 9:56 AM

International Student Festival Sydney 2011

If you are an International student and you would like to experience some live entertainment and food, head on down to Tumbalong Park for the first ever International Student Festival. This festival has been created for you!

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By kimhopkins on 1/03/2011 8:56 AM

It is that time of year again where Sydney comes together to celebrate the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras!

People from all walks of life attend this Parade. Watch on, as the entire city turns into the biggest, most colourful party of the year where anyone and everyone are welcome. This really is one of the most exciting nights of the year and everyone is so friendly, you are sure to make some new friends!

The streets of Sydney close down for the parade and are lined with spectators, may of whom dress up in crazy costumes. If you want some ideas on crazy Mardi Gras costumes see these Sydney stores:&l ... Read More »

By kimhopkins on 18/02/2011 10:09 AM

Want to see some of the biggest international names in skate battle it out at the Bondi Bowl? The winner takes the 2011 title ‘VANS BOWL-A-RAMA PRO WCS Skateboard Comp’

Where: The Bondi Bowl (it looks like an empty swimming pool at Bondi Beach). See map below.
When: Saturday 19th February 9am – 7pm + after party
Cost: FREE (of course!)

Visit their website for details: www.bowlarama.com.au

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By kimhopkins on 15/02/2011 10:04 AM

The most anticipated short film festival of the year is back in Sydney this Sunday 20th February. The festival will be held at The Domain (Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney). This event is free and starts at 12pm, however the main Tropfest films will start screening at approximately 7:30pm and finishes at 11pm.

Each year there is a theme, and this must appear in the film at some point. This year the theme is ‘the key’ – so make sure you watch out for it in each film on the day.

Schedule for the day:

11am  Grounds Open / Trop Jr 2011 Festival Program Commences
3pm  Movie Extra Tropfest 2011 Festival Program Starts
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By kimhopkins on 3/02/2011 12:43 PM

 

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By kimhopkins on 3/02/2011 9:32 AM

Chinese New Year 2011 - Top events in Sydney

Whether they have a Chinese background or not, Sydney-siders love heading into the city (and China Town) to celebrate Chinese New Year. This year that is today, February 3.

The Chinese New Year Twilight Parade will be from 7:45pm – 9:45pm on Sunday, 6th February from Town Hall to Darling Harbour. Head down to Darling Harbour at the end of the parade for the fireworks show.

There are always a lot of people in Sydney so make sure you get there early to get a good spot! You can pay $60 to get the best seats for the parade, but we don’t think you need to – go for the free option and save some money.

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