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Category Archives: Events

Government House Tour 22 July, 21 August

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Tour of Sydney’s Government House Friday 22 July and Sunday 21 August twice each day from 11:00 and 2:00 Opened in 1845, Sydney’s Government House is the vice-regal residence of the Governor of NSW and one of the finest examples Continue reading Government House Tour 22 July, 21 August→

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St Mary’s Cathedral 27 July, 23 August

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Tour of St Mary’s Cathedral St Mary’s Cathedral was designed by architect William Wardell after the first cathedral burnt down in 1865. It was substantially completed by 1928, although the spires were not added until 2000. It is built in Continue reading St Mary’s Cathedral 27 July, 23 August→

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Museum of Printing Tour 2 August

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Guided Tour of the Museum of Printing The Penrith Museum of Printing houses a collection of fully operational letterpress machinery and equipment. A number of items are more than 100 years old and still running smoothly. View the intricacy of Continue reading Museum of Printing Tour 2 August→

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Queen Victoria Building Tour 4 August

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Tour of the Queen Victoria Building The QVB was designed by architect George McRae and built in 1898, replacing the original Sydney markets on the site. As recently as 1959 the QVB was threatened with demolition and was saved by Continue reading Queen Victoria Building Tour 4 August→

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Great Synagogue Tour 11 August

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Tour of the Great Synagogue The Great Synagogue has its origins in the 1820s, and the first Jewish services in Sydney. A synagogue was founded in York Street in 1844, and although a rival congregation was formed on Macquarie Street, Continue reading Great Synagogue Tour 11 August→

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Anzac Memorial Hyde Park 16 August

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Tour of Anzac Memorial, Hyde Park ‘To the glory of God, and in honoured memory of the men and women of New South Wales who gave their lives and in gratitude to all who left this state to serve the Continue reading Anzac Memorial Hyde Park 16 August→

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Nan Tien Buddhist Temple – Cancelled

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Cancelled due to low number of bookings.  Trip to Nan Tien Buddhist Temple, Wollongong Wednesday 7 Sep from 8:30 to 5:00 Stanwell Tops for morning tea; then the Temple via the Sea Cliff Bridge. Guided tour of the Temple including Continue reading Nan Tien Buddhist Temple – Cancelled→

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How the Courts Work 9+16 September

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

How the Courts Work Discover the quirks and intricacies of the superior courts (civil and criminal) at Queens Square and view the recent refurbishments to the Law Courts building. Finish 12.45. Affordable lunch afterwards. SPECIAL TREAT: The High Court will Continue reading How the Courts Work 9+16 September→

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Glenalvon House 13 September

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Glenalvon House – guided tour and morning tea Enjoy a visit to Glenavon, a classic Georgian sandstone townhouse set inside a large heritage garden. Close by are the coach house, stables and servants’ quarters, as well as a collection of Continue reading Glenalvon House 13 September→

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Bella Vista House and Farm 27 September

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Bella Vista House and Farm – Guided Tour Established in the late 1700s, the complex features a two-storey homestead, a driveway lined with bunya pines, and various farm outbuildings set on a prominent hilltop. Bring a picnic to enjoy on Continue reading Bella Vista House and Farm 27 September→

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Mt Wilson Spring Tour 5 October

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Mt Wilson Spring Tour and Picnic – Wednesday 5 October – A day trip taking in two gardens in Mt Wilson – Windyridge and Bebeah. Morning tea will be on the banks of the Hawkesbury River and a two course Continue reading Mt Wilson Spring Tour 5 October→

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Central Station Tour 11 October

Posted on Thursday May 19, 2022 by Pam Furney

Local History Tour of Central Station Central Station is one of Sydney’s grandest public buildings. Its construction was a huge undertaking, requiring the relocation of several cemeteries and the demolition of a large number of historic buildings. Come and explore Continue reading Central Station Tour 11 October→

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Barangaroo Reserve 13 October

Posted on Wednesday May 18, 2022 by Pam Furney

Aboriginal Cultural Tour of Barangaroo Reserve Thursday 13 October from 10:15 Led by an Aboriginal Visitor Services Guide, this tour will immerse you in the native history of Sydney Harbour and the importance of the land to Australia’s Aboriginal heritage Continue reading Barangaroo Reserve 13 October→

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Clontarf Reserve Celebration Picnic 20 October

Posted on Wednesday May 18, 2022 by Pam Furney

Celebration Picnic at Clontarf Reserve – with Royal Connections Thursday 20 October from 12:00 to 3:00 A truly gorgeous picnic feast, including soft drinks, will be provided and all you have to do is sit, eat and enjoy the view. Continue reading Clontarf Reserve Celebration Picnic 20 October→

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Tunnels and Gunners Tour 3 November

Posted on Wednesday May 18, 2022 by Pam Furney

Tunnels and Gunners Tour – Thursday 3 November starting at 10:30 – Managed by the Harbour Trust, this tour takes you through two sets of fortifications dating back to the 1870s. Hear about the role this commanding harbour location played Continue reading Tunnels and Gunners Tour 3 November→

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Devonshire Tea, Hambledon Cottage 15 Nov

Posted on Wednesday May 18, 2022 by Pam Furney

Devonshire Tea at Historic Hambledon Cottage Enjoy a Devonshire Tea in the lush heritage garden, followed by a guided tour of Hambledon Cottage, a colonial Georgian-style bungalow built in 1824 for John Macarthur. (max 20) 63 Hassall Street, Parramatta Tuesday 15 Continue reading Devonshire Tea, Hambledon Cottage 15 Nov→

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Literary Festival February 2023

Posted on Wednesday May 18, 2022 by Pam Furney

Literary Festival 15-17 February 2023 Bookings are open for the 16th Annual Literary Festival, coordinated this year by U3A Greater West, and supported by U3A Harbourside North.     We are raring to go. The theme – MY STORY – will give Continue reading Literary Festival February 2023→

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Holiday Ballina April 2023

Posted on Wednesday May 18, 2022 by Pam Furney

2023 Holiday Ballina    Click HERE for the itinerary Set on the banks of the Richmond River, Ballina is a unique blend of tranquil seaside retreat and vibrant holiday resort.   From the lush sub-tropical rainforests and picturesque villages of the Continue reading Holiday Ballina April 2023→

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