What’s new in NSW, April 2023

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12 Apr 2023 What’s new in NSW, April 2023 <h2>ACCOMMODATION</h2> <h3>Mudgee glamping</h3> Experience the gum, vineyard and bush scenery of the Mudgee region in luxury with <a href="https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/mudgee-area/mudgee/accommodation/evamor-valley">Evamor Valley</a>’s three new glamping tents (Marlee, Inala and Jiemba). Spend the days exploring the Cudgegong River and Mudgee’s wineries and return to your brand new Instagrammable, cabin-like glampsite to find a king bed, lush bedding, a private hot tub, a deck, a fire pit and a pristine night sky. <h3>Snowy Glamtainers</h3> Discover a Jindabyne holiday with a different outlook through <a href="https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/snowy-mountains/jindabyne-area/jindabyne/accommodation/nrma-jindabyne-holiday-park">NRMA Jindabyne Holiday Park</a>’s new glamtainers: shipping containers converted into mini luxury getaway homes. The new Snowy Mountains accommodation, opening this month, are each fitted with both heating and air conditioning to suit snowy or summer adventures, plus a kitchenette, bathroom, outdoor dining area, queen bed and bunks. <h2>EXPERIENCES</h2> <h3>Big Banana party</h3> The Big Banana isn’t just a bucket-list icon, it also hosts a family-friendly music and food festival that has nothing to do with bananas. <a href="https://www.bananafest.com.au/">BananaFest</a> is a two-day bonanza in May that'll leave you feeling buzzed (courtesy of folk and pop stars like Alex Lloyd, Avalanche City and more) and satisfied (feast on a bounty of food stalls). Meanwhile, let your kids go wild with theme park rides and interactive entertainment from Bluey. <h3>Wine behind the scenes</h3> Become a winemaking apprentice for a day with three new, behind-the-scenes tours from sustainability-forward Murrumbateman winery <a href="https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/yass-area/murrumbateman/food-and-drink/the-vintners-daughter">The Vintner’s Daughter</a>. Experience and taste every step of the wine-making process with The Private Winemaker tour or become more intimate with the farming side of the operation with The Morning Farm Feeding tour. Or mix both with the deluxe Vine to Glass experience. <h3>North Coast, ethically</h3> Skip the research and let tour company <a href="https://www.visitnsw.com/things-to-do/tours/kiff-culture">Kiff & Culture</a> introduce you to the most delicious, sustainable and ethical food experiences of the North Coast, as 10 new packages have been developed that also include a boutique stay at the end of each day. Six new tour packages include Tweed and Byron Bay experiences that mix luxury with nature and the mindful, relaxed travel style that they take pride in.
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ACCOMMODATION

Mudgee glamping

Experience the gum, vineyard and bush scenery of the Mudgee region in luxury with Evamor Valley’s three new glamping tents (Marlee, Inala and Jiemba). Spend the days exploring the Cudgegong River and Mudgee’s wineries and return to your brand new Instagrammable, cabin-like glampsite to find a king bed, lush bedding, a private hot tub, a deck, a fire pit and a pristine night sky.

Snowy Glamtainers

Discover a Jindabyne holiday with a different outlook through NRMA Jindabyne Holiday Park’s new glamtainers: shipping containers converted into mini luxury getaway homes. The new Snowy Mountains accommodation, opening this month, are each fitted with both heating and air conditioning to suit snowy or summer adventures, plus a kitchenette, bathroom, outdoor dining area, queen bed and bunks.

Scenic Drive, Mudgee Credit: Destination NSW

The scenic country landscape near Mudgee.

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The Big Banana, Coffs Harbour Credit: Destination NSW

Couple enjoying a day out at The Big Banana in Coffs Harbour.

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EXPERIENCES

Big Banana party

The Big Banana isn’t just a bucket-list icon, it also hosts a family-friendly music and food festival that has nothing to do with bananas. BananaFest is a two-day bonanza in May that'll leave you feeling buzzed (courtesy of folk and pop stars like Alex Lloyd, Avalanche City and more) and satisfied (feast on a bounty of food stalls). Meanwhile, let your kids go wild with theme park rides and interactive entertainment from Bluey.

Wine behind the scenes

Become a winemaking apprentice for a day with three new, behind-the-scenes tours from sustainability-forward Murrumbateman winery The Vintner’s Daughter. Experience and taste every step of the wine-making process with The Private Winemaker tour or become more intimate with the farming side of the operation with The Morning Farm Feeding tour. Or mix both with the deluxe Vine to Glass experience.

North Coast, ethically

Skip the research and let tour company Kiff & Culture introduce you to the most delicious, sustainable and ethical food experiences of the North Coast, as 10 new packages have been developed that also include a boutique stay at the end of each day. Six new tour packages include Tweed and Byron Bay experiences that mix luxury with nature and the mindful, relaxed travel style that they take pride in.

Champions of Change: Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson Credit: Destination NSW

Champions of Change: Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson for Vivid Ideas

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Football legends Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson join the Vivid Sydney 2024 line-up 1 week ago <h3>Tickets available from 9.00am AEST Thursday 9 May at <a href="http://vividsydney.com">vividsydney.com</a> Images available <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/z09u75pbnho6amncukgmw/AHbkb2O6w3G898DNGCFVNY4?rlkey=rhdkb82dfi1tb4ske6wi33o2c&e=1&st=x5s8fin4&dl=0">here</a></h3> CommBank Matildas’ Mackenzie Arnold and head coach Tony Gustavsson will join this year’s Vivid Sydney taking part in an inspiring Vivid Ideas conversation at Sydney Town Hall on Monday, 10 June. Champions of Change: Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson will explore the dynamic between coach and athlete, offering an in-depth look at the pressures and achievements encountered by these prominent figures in sport. Moderator Grace Gill, Matildas alumni and journalist, will examine their individual journeys in women’s football, including the biggest challenges of building a world-class sporting team and the social impact of the CommBank Matildas’ achievements beyond the field for female athletes. Arnold, who cemented herself into Australian sporting history during the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ for successfully saving three penalties in Australia’s quarter final victory over France, is looking forward to sharing her experience of playing for Australia’s beloved women’s team. “This Vivid Sydney event is an awesome opportunity to connect with fans and reflect on the incredible ride we’ve had with the Matildas over the last couple of years,” said Arnold. “The highs and lows, the pressure and the triumphs, what it means to represent your country on the world stage – this is more than just a game. It’s a chance to inspire the next generation and make a difference for women and girls on and off the field." Likewise, Gustavsson, who has led Australia to their highest ever finishes at the Olympic Games and the FIFA Women’s World Cup, is thrilled to be able to reflect on his team’s successes and how this has revolutionised women’s sport in this country, forever. "The Matildas have had an incredible journey over the last 12 months, and it’s a proud moment for me as a manager to celebrate and reflect on this at Vivid Sydney alongside Mackenzie,” said Gustavsson. “I want to shed light not only our achievements on the field but also the incredible spirit and resilience behind the scenes, how much each of these players gives to this game. This conversation is also a chance to delve into the strategies that shaped our team's success and to touch on the broader implications of our journey for women’s sport and society at large." <h3>Vivid Sydney Festival Director Gill Minervini says,</h3> “We’re so proud to be bringing two modern-day superstars of sport to the Vivid Sydney 2024 program. This discussion with Mackenzie and Tony will explore humanity through the lens of sport and bring a relatable and inspirational touch to their world class achievements on the field. You do not want to miss this opportunity to hear from two of Australian football’s most influential and inspiring figures.” Before departing for the Paris 2024™ Olympic Games, Champions of Change: Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson will follow the Matildas’ final home ground match on Monday 3 June at Accor Stadium as they take on AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ champions, China PR, in the “’Til It’s Done Farewell” international series. This event, exclusive to Vivid Sydney, bolsters a formidable line-up of Vivid Ideas programming including <a href="https://www.vividsydney.com/event/ideas/in-conversation-with-amy-poehler">In Conversation with Amy Poehler plus a special look at Inside Out 2</a> on Monday 27 May, free weeknight current affairs deep dive <a href="https://www.vividsydney.com/event/ideas/after-the-fact">After The Fact</a> and <a href="https://www.vividsydney.com/event/ideas/queeries">Queeries</a>, where LGBTIQ+ creatives present a night of stories, performance, and queer excellence. Champions of Change: Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson will be staged at Sydney Town Hall on Monday, 10 June at 5.00pm. Tickets to the event range from $89 to $99 and are available from 9.00am AEST Thursday 9 May at <a href="https://www.vividsydney.com">vividsydney.com.</a> Vivid Sydney will be held from Friday 24 May to Saturday 15 June. <h3>MEDIA CONTACT:</h3> Destination NSW <ul><li>James Toovey – PR Manager Vivid Sydney</li> <li>PH: +61 407 828 310</li> <li><a href="mailto:james.toovey@dnsw.com.au">james.toovey@dnsw.com.au</a></li> </ul>Ogilvy PR <ul><li>Jacqueline O’Neill</li> <li>PH: +61 449 107 774</li> <li><a href="mailto:georgina.thompson@disney.com">jacqueline.oneill@ogilvy.com</a></li> </ul><h3>ABOUT VIVID SYDNEY </h3> Vivid Sydney, the Southern Hemisphere’s leading multi-artform festival, transforms Sydney into a vibrant hub of creativity, innovation and community connection. Over 23 nights, light installations, music, ideas and food inspire global audiences and drive cultural exchange. The 2024 theme, ‘Humanity,’ sparks reflection and engagement, attracting visitors and fuelling economic growth. Proudly owned by Destination NSW, Vivid Sydney showcases NSW's cultural vibrancy and positions it as a global leader in artistic innovation. <h3>ABOUT DESTINATION NSW </h3> Destination NSW is the champion and voice for the visitor economy within the NSW Government. Spearheading a whole-of-government approach to visitor economy growth, Destination NSW influences and shapes the visitor economy through strategic research, policy and thought leadership, stakeholder engagement and consultation, commercial partnerships and investment in visitor experiences, business support, marketing and events. Destination NSW is also the major investor in Business Events Sydney (BESydney) for the purpose of securing more international and domestic conventions, incentive travel reward programs, corporate events and exhibitions.
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Tickets available from 9.00am AEST Thursday 9 May at vividsydney.com
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CommBank Matildas’ Mackenzie Arnold and head coach Tony Gustavsson will join this year’s Vivid Sydney taking part in an inspiring Vivid Ideas conversation at Sydney Town Hall on Monday, 10 June.

Champions of Change: Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson will explore the dynamic between coach and athlete, offering an in-depth look at the pressures and achievements encountered by these prominent figures in sport. Moderator Grace Gill, Matildas alumni and journalist, will examine their individual journeys in women’s football, including the biggest challenges of building a world-class sporting team and the social impact of the CommBank Matildas’ achievements beyond the field for female athletes.

Arnold, who cemented herself into Australian sporting history during the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ for successfully saving three penalties in Australia’s quarter final victory over France, is looking forward to sharing her experience of playing for Australia’s beloved women’s team.

“This Vivid Sydney event is an awesome opportunity to connect with fans and reflect on the incredible ride we’ve had with the Matildas over the last couple of years,” said Arnold. “The highs and lows, the pressure and the triumphs, what it means to represent your country on the world stage – this is more than just a game. It’s a chance to inspire the next generation and make a difference for women and girls on and off the field."

Likewise, Gustavsson, who has led Australia to their highest ever finishes at the Olympic Games and the FIFA Women’s World Cup, is thrilled to be able to reflect on his team’s successes and how this has revolutionised women’s sport in this country, forever.

"The Matildas have had an incredible journey over the last 12 months, and it’s a proud moment for me as a manager to celebrate and reflect on this at Vivid Sydney alongside Mackenzie,” said Gustavsson. “I want to shed light not only our achievements on the field but also the incredible spirit and resilience behind the scenes, how much each of these players gives to this game. This conversation is also a chance to delve into the strategies that shaped our team's success and to touch on the broader implications of our journey for women’s sport and society at large."

Vivid Sydney Festival Director Gill Minervini says,

“We’re so proud to be bringing two modern-day superstars of sport to the Vivid Sydney 2024 program. This discussion with Mackenzie and Tony will explore humanity through the lens of sport and bring a relatable and inspirational touch to their world class achievements on the field. You do not want to miss this opportunity to hear from two of Australian football’s most influential and inspiring figures.”

Before departing for the Paris 2024™ Olympic Games, Champions of Change: Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson will follow the Matildas’ final home ground match on Monday 3 June at Accor Stadium as they take on AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ champions, China PR, in the “’Til It’s Done Farewell” international series.

This event, exclusive to Vivid Sydney, bolsters a formidable line-up of Vivid Ideas programming including In Conversation with Amy Poehler plus a special look at Inside Out 2 on Monday 27 May, free weeknight current affairs deep dive After The Fact and Queeries, where LGBTIQ+ creatives present a night of stories, performance, and queer excellence.

Champions of Change: Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson will be staged at Sydney Town Hall on Monday, 10 June at 5.00pm. Tickets to the event range from $89 to $99 and are available from 9.00am AEST Thursday 9 May at vividsydney.com.

Vivid Sydney will be held from Friday 24 May to Saturday 15 June.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Destination NSW

James Toovey – PR Manager Vivid Sydney
PH: +61 407 828 310
james.toovey@dnsw.com.au

Ogilvy PR

Jacqueline O’Neill
PH: +61 449 107 774
jacqueline.oneill@ogilvy.com

ABOUT VIVID SYDNEY

Vivid Sydney, the Southern Hemisphere’s leading multi-artform festival, transforms Sydney into a vibrant hub of creativity, innovation and community connection. Over 23 nights, light installations, music, ideas and food inspire global audiences and drive cultural exchange. The 2024 theme, ‘Humanity,’ sparks reflection and engagement, attracting visitors and fuelling economic growth. Proudly owned by Destination NSW, Vivid Sydney showcases NSW's cultural vibrancy and positions it as a global leader in artistic innovation.

ABOUT DESTINATION NSW

Destination NSW is the champion and voice for the visitor economy within the NSW Government. Spearheading a whole-of-government approach to visitor economy growth, Destination NSW influences and shapes the visitor economy through strategic research, policy and thought leadership, stakeholder engagement and consultation, commercial partnerships and investment in visitor experiences, business support, marketing and events. Destination NSW is also the major investor in Business Events Sydney (BESydney) for the purpose of securing more international and domestic conventions, incentive travel reward programs, corporate events and exhibitions.

What’s new in NSW, April 2023

Jindabyne, Snowy Mountains Credit: Destination NSW