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Thats Australia
Everything you would like to know about Australia!
Whale Watching
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)
Love to go whale watching? Here are some thing you should consider when comparing trips
Special birthday or anniversary coming up? why not buy a Gift Voucher online for a unique present to show them you care
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!
Australian Museum
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.
Trains, Planes & Automobiles (TPA)
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
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Mount Victoria 86 Great Western Hwy, Tel: +61 2 4787 1590 Hours: Public transport: Parking: There is no parking available at
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Annandale 276A Johnston St, Annandale Tel: +61 2 9818 1184 Hours: NOTE: Our Sydney gallery will be closed from Saturday, Dec. 23rd. We will be open again in February. Public transport: Parking: Plenty of parking is available nearby. |
Hunter Baillie Memorial Presbyterian Church
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
 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 |
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Group prices for 15 or more paying |
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