tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720Mon, 04 May 2009 00:47:28 +0000OnlySydney Blog is all about Sydney, NSW Australia: recent and current events, news, entertainment, business, organisations, musings, what's on, what's gone, and what's hot and what's not...http://www.onlysydney.com.au/sydney-blog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KOZ)Blogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-8453006609109097419Sun, 03 May 2009 23:46:00 +00002009-05-04T10:47:28.491+10:00sydney entertainmentSydney launchesNew South WalesNSW AustraliaSydney exposSydney exhibitionsSydneySydney what's on events calendarSydney exhibitions, expos and launches offers industry professionals the chance to update their knowledge of cutting edge industry practices, and make or strengthen already existing industry contacts as well.Throughout the year, the City of Sydney holds various exhibitions, expos, launches and seminars designed to inform practitioners across multiple fields about the latest and emerging trends inhttp://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/05/sydney-exhibitions-expos-and-launches.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-3981772820514295910Fri, 24 Apr 2009 02:20:00 +00002009-04-24T13:19:59.131+10:00sydney entertainmentNew South Walessydney eventsSydney comedy gigssydney comedy eventsNSWSydney Comedy FestivalSydney what's on events calendarAustraliaWe turn our belly laughs now to Sydney comedy events in hearty preparation for the Sydney Comedy Festival.The Festival begins next week (27 April - 17 May) and it couldn't have come at a better time. Amid the usual doom and gloom projected by the media, Sydney's ripe for a good giggle and the Sydney Comedy Festival along with the following comedy gigs are chomping at the bit to deliver!The Sydneyhttp://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/04/sydney-comedy-festival-and-gigs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-7388765159160383479Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:49:00 +00002009-04-22T14:59:28.678+10:00fashion eventssydney eventsbarkins womens clothingSydney womens clothing storesfashion paletteDotti womens clothingWith the fashion event of the year approaching (the inaugural Fashion Palette), this weeks focus clearly has to fall on Sydney Womens Clothing Stores. But first, a bit about Fashion Palette itself.Occurring in May 2009, the Australian fashion community will be the first to experience Fashion Palette, a new interactive fashion event. Twelve leading fashion designers will each share their personal http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/04/sydney-womens-clothing-stores-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-1144950310088412080Wed, 08 Apr 2009 02:30:00 +00002009-04-08T14:08:29.616+10:00New South WalesSydney charity eventsNSW AustraliaSydney charity organisationsNSWevents calendarballsauctionsadd charity organisationadd charity eventToday's topic of choice is Sydney Charity Events. Once again, this subject arises as a followup (perhaps afterthought or to add emphasis) to yesterday's blog, Sydney Fairtrade Fortnight.I guess in essence I wanted to draw attention to the importance of raising awareness of charity events and organisations in these financially trying times. It's understandable we're all trying to spend less and http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/04/sydney-charity-events-balls-auctions.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-621680784598171921Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:41:00 +00002009-04-07T18:50:05.017+10:00Sydney Fairtrade FortnightSydney coffee shopsSydney fair trade cafesSydney dining and restaurantsSydney cafesEvery year throughout May, the focus across Australia and New Zealand turns to equality for workers throughout the world during Fairtrade Fortnight.What is fair trade, you may ask? Fair Trade is a means for consumers to purchase produce and products from overseas with an assurance the producers and workers are receiving a fair income and percentage of the profits.The Fair Trade Association http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/04/sydney-fairtrade-fortnight.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-5044104193238711063Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:03:00 +00002009-04-06T19:16:22.076+10:00sydney international year of astronomysydney entertainmentNew South WalesSydney Observatorysydney eventsNSW AustraliaSydney museum and scienceSydney for Children | KidsAs a followup to the previous blog about Sydney's International Year of Astronomy, I thought I'd go a step further and list more of the upcoming IYA events, along with some of the very important venues, those Sydney observatories hosting them.Before I do though I just wanted to add a bit more information about 2009 IYA, and why it has been deemed the International Year of Astronomy. In essence, http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/04/sydney-museum-and-science-international.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-6863467193704218730Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:17:00 +00002009-04-03T16:23:02.249+11:00Teriffic Titan pizza nightsSaturn Fever Party DayOnlySydney Museum and ScienceSydney ObservatoryNSWPlanetariumSightseeing2009 has been deemed the International Year of Astronomy, and Sydney has taken the theme straight to its bosom.Sydney Observatory has a universe of events planned, aimed at increasing the public's awareness of the beauty and awe-inspiring sights the universe has to offer.Treasures of Sydney Observatory takes you on a a fabulous guided stargazing tour featuring stories of the instruments used by http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/04/sydneys-international-year-of-astronomy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-7690353888083043977Tue, 31 Mar 2009 01:12:00 +00002009-03-31T12:50:09.745+11:00ZombiesNSW Government trials electric carBlackoutEarth HourSydneySydney's blackout on Sunday March 30 2009 created a buzz of speculation on the net regarding its cause, and according to the majority of Twitter users, it was due to an unprecedented zombie attack on the City of Sydney.This comes just two days after Sydney voluntarily shrouded itself in darkness for an hour in solidarity with Earth Hour, leaving officials to speculate if it wasn't the undead's http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/03/sydneys-zombies-continue-earth-hour.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-7887367082550683671Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:23:00 +00002009-03-25T16:02:21.450+11:00Lentil as Anythingcheap restaurantsSydney dining and restaurantsSobocustomer decidesSydney restaurants have seen a decline in customers recently as many of us tighten our belts and try to brave the current economic uncertainty. There are, however, some restaurants with their finger on the pulse regarding what their clientele are looking for most right now: a cheap night out.Sobo on Bondi Beach is one such restaurant. To draw in a crowd and keep bums in seats, restaurateur Adam http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/03/consumer-decides-restaurants-asking-you.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-6592714668679228506Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:08:00 +00002009-03-24T15:16:55.274+11:00The City of Sydney's beautiful Paddington Reservoir Gardens is to be reopened on Sunday 29 March after its restoration.The opening will include afternoon tea, entertainment and a photographic exhibition.Developed in consultation with the local community, the new Paddington Reservoir Gardens and cultural facility restores the civic precinct, linking to Paddington Town Hall, the Post Office and http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/03/official-opening-of-paddington.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-1981209091056397467Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:30:00 +00002009-03-20T00:50:50.155+11:00blind indigenous singerArchibald Prize 2009 winnerGeoffrey Gurrumul YunupinguGuy MaestriIndigenous singer Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu is the subject of this year's Archibald Prize winner, Guy Maestri.Born blind, Yunupingu has captivated audiences over the last year with his haunting voice and album, Gurrumul, sung in his native Yolngu language. He was recently the recipient of two coveted ARIA Awards and was named the 2008 NT Australian of the Year.Guy Maestri saw Gurrumul live on http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/03/guy-maestri-wins-archibald-prize-2009.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-6118651181545977841Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:56:00 +00002009-04-02T14:55:14.573+11:00Sydney Royal Easter Showchildren's eventsSydney for Children | Kidsschool holiday eventsholidaysSydney for Children | Kids is loaded with events and activities for Sydney children over the holidays or weekends in general. Kids can be difficult to entertain once they've exhausted their own devices or merely put there minds to it (doesn't it feel that way sometimes?). If you and they are feeling lacking in inspiration for what to do, why not try the events below. You may even rediscover the http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/03/sydney-for-children-kids.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-2113251856574873309Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:05:00 +00002009-03-16T11:17:45.309+11:00Sydney swap meetsfetes and fairsshopping and servicesmotorcycle partscar and auto partsantique vintage veteran carsmarketsSydney Swap Meets spring up throughout Sydney and NSW every month.They're the perfect opportunity for you to either find that rare something for that special someone, a treat for yourself, or even for that distant relative you feel begrudgingly obligated to buy something for. And if that's the case, why not have fun while looking rather than traipse all over the city? Whatever you're hunting for http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/03/sydney-swap-meets.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-1216725292893638385Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:22:00 +00002009-03-14T12:23:45.959+11:00sustainabilityclimate changeEarth HourenvironmentSydneySYdney's Earth Hour has taken the world by storm, albeit a storm of darkness and reflection. Begun in Sydney, Australia in 2007, Earth Hour was initiated by the WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature/World Wildlife Fund), to raise awareness towards the need to take action on climate change and saw 2.2 million households turn off all non-essential lights and appliances for one hour. The following year, http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/03/earth-hour.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-8303641901712656055Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:12:00 +00002009-03-13T01:44:09.872+11:00That iconic doll Barbie has deified the odds and all medical and biological reason to not only have the ability to stand, but to reach her 50th birthday. And to celebrate, she's headed to one of the world's most recognisable icons, the Sydney Harbour Bridge.And what's more, she's doing it larger than ever! This time around she stands at 2.1 metres tall, and is edible. We're talking, of course, http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2009/03/that-iconic-doll-barbie-has-deified.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-7785042135723051900Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:00:00 +00002008-07-11T16:02:20.235+10:00Now a man really can have a beer with his best friends. And their canine buddies are lapping it up.Having seen her two dogs jump at the chance to catch a drop of beer, Elise Schumacher decided to make a drink suitable for her four-legged friends.So the Sydney mother invented Dog Beer, which is just like real beer but without the alcohol."It's DB, just like VB, and the slogan is, 'Shout your best http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2008/07/cheers-its-dog-beer.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-1106699924252557494Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:33:00 +00002008-07-01T22:40:18.270+10:00It's all about the rising cost of petrol these days, though if you think you have it tough spare a thought for our truckies.A convoy of disgruntled NSW truck drivers took their rigs and grievances to the F3 freeway on Tuesday in slow protest of rising fuel costs. They left the Caltex Service Station at Warnervale on the central coast before driving down the freeway at speeds of between 60 and http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2008/07/nsw-truckies-take-it-slowly-in-protest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-2851613722545195604Tue, 03 Jun 2008 18:35:00 +00002008-06-04T04:41:40.120+10:00Fearful one of them might take the adage "Taking the plunge" literally, a Scottish couple wore harnesses as they exchanged wedding vows atop the Sydney Harbour Bridge on Tuesday.Stephen Tierney, 27, and Claire Tullan, 28, from Glasgow, exchanged tuxedo and wedding gown for more appropriate jumpsuits, given the somewhat unfortunate weather.Their hair and clothes may have been dampened, though http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2008/06/couple-wed-on-sydney-harbour-bridge.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-3699370669593811144Tue, 03 Jun 2008 03:15:00 +00002008-06-03T13:22:38.790+10:00If you were having trouble seeing your hand in front of your face this morning, you weren’t alone. Sydney was beset with fog so heavy it closed down Sydney Airport and caused the cancellation of all ferry services on Sydney Harbour this morning, save the Manly Jetcat. SMH.com.au has some amazing and eerie pictures; well worth a look provided the fog around you has lifted.http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2008/06/sydney-submerged-in-fog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-5800637164743985126Sun, 01 Jun 2008 04:17:00 +00002008-06-01T14:17:25.022+10:00Another amazing service from Google is Google Sky.View Solar System Constellations Hubble Showcase Backyard Astronomy Chandra X-Ray Showcase GALEX Ultraviolet Showcase Spitzer Infrared Showcase Earth & Sky Podcasts.Why not see where Apollo 11's Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin landed on the Moon.How about the amazing planet MARShttp://www.onlysydney.com.au/2008/06/google-sky.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KOZ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-7339753185905575675Mon, 26 May 2008 01:33:00 +00002008-05-26T12:04:13.164+10:00What if George Street were car free, populated by pedestrians and cyclists, while the freeways were buried underground?This is but one revolutionary concept delivered in this impressive 3D fly vision of the City of Sydney in 2030.Take a look here at what Sydney could be...http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2008/05/see-future-in-3d.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (RJC)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-5081862015697528388Thu, 15 May 2008 05:28:00 +00002008-05-15T15:28:12.467+10:00The Google Maps flight simulator is a fun way of seeing Sydney using Google maps.Simply select Sydney from the drop down menu, wait for the map to load, and then use your arrow keys to fly your way around.Don't fly too low, or you will crash! Try flying under Sydney Harbour Bridge!http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2008/05/fly-over-sydney-with-goggles.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KOZ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5246356202028896720.post-3114663475865010107Mon, 13 Aug 2007 06:01:00 +00002007-08-13T16:01:11.592+10:00Much of Sydney's CBD as it appears in the satellite images on Google Maps Australia has been fuzzed out, just weeks before the APEC summit.Google says the imagery was downgraded as a result of a "commercial issue" with a supplier, but the move has aroused speculation it was done at the request of police in order to minimise the risk of a terrorist attack during the September summit, where Sydney http://www.onlysydney.com.au/2007/08/googles-photos-of-sydney-go-all-fuzzy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KOZ)1