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Seals by Sea Tours at Cape Bridgewater, 20 kilometres west of Portland, is a world class tour. It is an exciting boat charter which takes up to 11 passengers to the largest mainland seal colony in Australia.

See up to 1000 Australian and New Zealand fur seals. It takes just 3 minutes from our jetty to be alongside the rock platforms and into the watery cave where you will experience a unique interaction within the seals’ natural habitat.

During the 45 minute cruise you will watch the seals playing all around you, showing off to the sound of clicking cameras and getting up to antics that will delight both the young and the young at heart! Some will even approach the boat to have their whiskers tickled! Suitable for all ages.

Operates daily, weather and sea conditions permitting. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Departure times vary according to season and demand.

Winner of the Best Tourist Attraction 2001. As seen on Getaway, The Best of Getaway, Postcards, Totally Wild, The Leylands and Coxys big break.

Geelong is Victoria’s second largest city and offers a diverse range of food, wine, cultural and recreation attractions and colonial history. A waterfront city, it is also the major gateway to the Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road.

Geelong takes full advantage of its unique north-facing bay with fabulous waterfront eateries, landscaped gardens and walking paths set against the backdrop of Corio Bay. Stroll past the sculptured bollards dotted along the foreshore that chronicle characters from the city’s past and present, including dapper young ladies in neck-to-knee bathing costumes, 1930s lifesavers, traditional Aussie families, a Geelong footballer, jaunty sailors, fishermen and a town band.

Close by is Eastern Beach, which features an art deco-style pool, promenade complex and the restored pavilion that houses a pleasant restaurant, café and kiosk.

Pakington Street, the wide tree-lined avenue linking the suburbs of Geelong West and Newtown and home to the annual Pako Festa, is only a few minutes from the city. There are many different restaurants and eateries to try as well as delicatessens, wine merchants, a park to relax in and a street ambience to experience.

Explore the city’s 100 National Trust listed buildings and delve into the history of wool at the National Wool Museum, housed in an impressive three storey historic bluestone wool store dating back to 1872. Take in the Geelong Art Gallery’s outstanding collection of Australian paintings, sculpture and decorative arts.

From horse racing to multicultural festivals, Geelong is a city of major events. Each January Corio Bay is home to Australia’s oldest and largest sailing regatta – Skandia Geelong Week. And the Australian International Airshow fills the skies at Geelong’s Avalon Airport every two years in March.

Geelong is about one hour from Melbourne via the Princes Highway. Daily rail and coach services are available from Melbourne.

Torquay is Victoria’s surfing capital, attracting beach lovers from far and wide to its fabulous beaches and the Great Ocean Road beyond. Torquay has protected family beaches, and wilder, more invigorating surf beaches like Jan Juc. Bells Beach, where the big swells are definitely for experienced surfers, is the next stop along the coast. This world famous beach is the venue for the Rip Curl Pro, one of the most sought after surfing titles on the World Championship Tour, which is held every Easter. There are plenty of opportunities for novices to learn to surf all year round, or you can just sit and watch the waves roll in. Just a short drive away, Point Addis provides breathtaking views out to sea and back to the gently arching bay. The dense bush and towering yellow cliffs contrast with the ocean’s wide blue expanse through to Anglesea and beyond.

Torquay is a popular destination at any time of year. There are great walks, shops, eateries and excellent accommodation. Check out the colourful Cowrie Community Market on the third Sunday of every month.

A hike around the Surf Coast is spectacular in any weather. The Surf Coast Walk is a well established trail stretching more than 35 kilometres from Jan Juc, near Torquay, to Moggs Creek and past Anglesea. Explore thick verdant forest and colourful heathland. You are bound to see many rare and endangered native birds and other wildlife, such as and kangaroos and wallabies. The more adventurous sightseer can take to the air in a chartered vintage Tiger Moth for spectacular Great Ocean Road views.

Some of the biggest names in surf wear and accessories have their headquarters in Torquay, with huge retail outlets at Surf City Plaza selling everything connected with the sport. The Surfworld Museum captures the spirit of surfing in a vibrant range of exhibits that will absorb the interest of anyone who has ever jumped into a wetsuit and onto a board.

Torquay is located 95 kilometres south west of Melbourne. Travel by car via the Surf Coast Highway. Daily rail services are available from Melbourne to Geelong. Local bus services are available from Geelong.

At Whale Watching Sydney Bass & Flinders Cruises , we have been watching these magnificent mammals off the Sydney and Australian coast since 1993, so we know the great feeling that people get seeing these whales in person, and we have the experience to give you the best day with the whales.

Sadly the 2007 season has closed, we are looking forward to another great season in May 2008. In the meantime have a look at our coastal explorer cruises

2008 season bookings are open! Book now at 2007 prices for the 2008 season

Check out our sightings page for whale updates and the latest sighting for 2007 (click here for the latest photo or video from our cruises)

Latest news, Free Whale watching to all Japanese next season if the hunt is recalled click here for more info

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100% Guarantee you will see whales on all our trips or come back with us until you do!

From late May to early December thousands of Humpback whales migrate along the coast off Sydney. Come aboard our fast spacious vessels and see them close up and personal, it’s a day you will never forget!

We have the largest vessels, with the best viewing platform for all and the most comfort of any Sydney whale watching cruise.

This site will give you an idea of what to expect, and when you are ready you can book online to confirm your day with the whales. Whale watching also makes a fantastic gift, so why not buy a gift voucher and make someone’s day!

Ecotourism is a great way to help the whales and other wildlife such as dolphins and learn more about the marine ecology. Why not see what you can do to help? - see our links to get involved!

We had a fantastic 2007 season with over 800 humpbacks watched and over 1900 whales and dolphins spotted, so come help make it even better in 2008!

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The Australian Museum has an international reputation in the fields of natural history and indigenous research, community programs and exhibitions. The Museum was established in 1827 and is Australia’s first museum, with unique and extensive collections of natural science and cultural artefacts. The Australian Museum is open every day of the year except December 25.

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Welcome to 360 BAR AND DINING

An intimate, stylish fine dining experience that makes any occasion extra special.

Cuisine is Modern Australian with a refined French influence.

Our surrounds are an extravagant blend of hand-carved panels, individually crafted pendant light sculptures and much more – all bought together by world renowned designer Michael McCann of Dreamtime Design.

360 DINING cuisine is Modern Australian with a refined French influence.

Revel in a lunch or dinner of delicately balanced flavours, prepared by our award-winning team of chefs – while from 305 metres above sea level, our unique rotating floor takes you on a culinary journey around the rooftops of Sydney.

The menu changes seasonally and our chefs source the highest quality ingredients available to create cuisine that is extraordinary.

• Entry via Centrepoint, Gallery Level, 100 Market Street, Sydney
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Trains, Planes & Automobiles (TPA) was established twenty years ago, operating out of Annandale . Since then we’ve expanded to the beautiful Blue Mountains where our new gallery at Mount Victoria attracts antique toy buffs from all over the world. Ask any of our customers what makes us special and they’re likely to tell you one of two things: either the sheer range of our toy display or the depth of our expertise on toys.

One thing we like to tell all our customers is that we’re definitely not an on-line store. Apart from some books which we sell via e-bay, we’re still in the age of clockwork and steam. And unlike some of the major stores, we pride ourselves in personal service. So if something takes your eye on this website, either give us a call or come in and see us and we’ll guide you through what we have in stock. Naturally this changes from day to day, especially for our vintage toys.

Apart from advice on collecting toys, we can also provide the following:
• valuations on individual items or whole collections
• Advice on antique toys as an investment
• Help with choosing a special gift such as retirement, anniversary or birthday
• Maintaining a look-out for special items
• Advice on caring for your collection, including whether or not to restore an item, and if so how to go about it.

So please drop in or give us a call at either of our two locations. Alternatively email us at: info@antiquetoys.com.au

The Hunter Baillie Memorial Church was officially opened on 23 February, 1889, after three years’ construction. The Church and its furnishings, together with a Manse (which stood on the adjoining corner of the intersection), a hall and the land on which they were all erected were financed at her own expense, at a cost of more than £35,000, by Mrs Helen Hunter Baillie (née Mackie) as a memorial to her husband. John Hunter Baillie died in 1854 at age thirty-five while still Secretary and Inspector of the Bank of New South Wales. His widow was seventy-eight when she died in 1897.

The church’s architect was Arthur Blacket, son of the famous colonial architect Edmund Blacket. Morton Herman, in his book ‘Architecture of Victorian Sydney’, describes the church thus: . . . with a pure and delightful silhouette when seen from any angle . . . Edmund Blacket . . . built many beautiful towers and spires in his time . . . none of them quite equals the dramatic delicacy of Hunter Baillie Church.

The building is constructed in early English Gothic style, albeit with a Scottish character. The magnificent spire (the tallest in Sydney) reaches a height of sixty metres above street level. The interior is finely proportioned with massive pillars of Scottish granite and Melbourne bluestone; stained glass and an open timbered roof add to the beauty and dignity of the building. Much of the timber is Australian red cedar whilst the pulpit is superbly carved Oamaru stone from New Zealand, with green marble columns and base. Being of great historical and architectural significance the building is the subject of a Permanent Conservation Order by the Heritage Council of N.S.W. It is also on the National Estate register.

The church has been the object of an on-going program of restoration. The Heritage Council, recognising the significance of the Hunter Baillie Church funded major restoration work in the 1980s to an amount of $90,000. This permitted reconstruction of the southern transept and restoration of the stained glass in both transepts. The congregation was responsible for the restoration of the unique brass coronets (the original gas lights!) and sanctuary lamps as well as the iron fence and vestibule gates. The stained glass windows in the aisles were restored to mark the church’s centenary year. On-going restoration is being performed by voluntary labour with the help of donations to the Restoration Fund.

Much still remains to be done — including the tower, clerestory windows, stonework and the organ — and the cost will be very great. We hope that the Heritage Council will continue to assist as funds become available, and that the support of members and friends to give both their time and money for the work will also continue so that the restoration program can be completed. Any donation that you might make to further the restoration of this grand example of our country’s heritage would be most gratefully received. Donations $2.00 and over are tax deductible.

Refer Sydney Morning Herald, 2 February, 2004. smh

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Fairfield City Farm is a farm-based attraction, close to the heart of Sydney, a place where children and adults can enjoy a variety of exciting shows and exhibits. Get up close to a range of native and farmyard animals.Bring your own picnic lunch, or use our electric BBQ’s to cook your own lunch while you enjoy our beautiful grounds. Take-away food can be purchased at the Farmhouse Kiosk. Coach parking is excellent and there is wheelchair access and facilities for people with disabilities
	City Farm is open every day from 9:00am to 4:30pm except Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday.

	Children $10.00 Adults $16.00 Concession $12.00 Family $45.00 (2 adults and 3 children) Children under 3 free Group prices for 15 or more paying visitors available upon request.
	10:30am Animal Feed 11:00am Cow Milking 11:30am Tractor Rides* 12:30pm Stockwhip Show 1:00pm Sheep Shearing Show 1:30pm Working Dog Show 2:00pm Koala Talk 2:30pm Tractor Rides* 3:00pm Animal Feed 3:30pm Cow Milking * Not included in admission price. Times for tractor ride may vary.

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