Romberg's, Crystalbrook KingsleyCredit: Crystalbrook Kingsley
Romberg's is the hotel's the rooftop bar. Newcastle’s hotly anticipated Crystalbrook Kingsley opened its doors 9 June 2021. It is a 130 room five-star hotel.
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NEW STAYS
A Newcastle First
Crystalbrook Kingsley is Newcastle’s first five-star hotel, located in the elegant Roundhouse building. The rooftop bar and restaurant boast 360-degree views of the city and is decorated with fully-grown olive trees. Sustainably minded guests will appreciate the waste-free bathroom and complete absence of single-use plastic.
Design lover’s dream
Mister Munro is a beautifully renovated 1800s Victorian terrace in Crookwell, in the Southern Tablelands. Furnished in a modern country style, with toffee-coloured velvet armchairs, a well-appointed forest-green kitchen, tasteful art and an outdoor firepit, it’s the perfect getaway for design-loving travellers.
Mac Martini at Frank Mac’s, The Rocks Credit: Steven Woodburn
Gin and cocktail bar, Frank Mac’s, opens in The Rocks July 2021, offering one of the biggest botanical collections in Sydney.
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Mac Martini at Frank Mac’s, The Rocks Credit: Steven Woodburn
Gin and cocktail bar, Frank Mac’s, opens in The Rocks July 2021, offering one of the biggest botanical collections in Sydney.
NEW FOOD, DRINK AND ENTERTAINMENT
A botanical wonderland
Gin connoisseurs will be thrilled with The Rocks’ newest bar, Frank Mac’s, opening this month. More than 80 styles of gin from around the world will be put to good use in the inventive cocktail list. The location is perfect for winter with a cosy fireplace and intimate rear courtyard in the beautifully repurposed heritage building.
Long lunch at the House
The Sydney Opera House has launched an unforgettable five-course long lunch throughout its venues. Taste of the House offers cocktail-shaking at Opera Bar, along with a seafood tasting plate; salumi sampling and poke bowl building at Opera Kitchen; mains at Portside Sydney; and the Chocolate Crackle dessert at Bennelong to finish.
Have a whale of a time
The South Coast will get a taste of Sydney hospitality, with Merivale purchasing The Whale Inn, a boutique hotel and restaurant in Narooma. The restaurant has been refreshed, with more significant refurbishment plans to be announced in the coming months.
Wharf to Wharf Walk, Sapphire Coast Credit: David Rogers Photography, courtesy Sapphire Coast Destination Marketing
Wharf to Wharf Walk is a 27 km coastal walk that crosses the ancient lands of the Yuin people, between two historic wharfs on the Sapphire Coast.
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Wharf to Wharf Walk, Sapphire Coast Credit: David Rogers Photography, courtesy Sapphire Coast Destination Marketing
Wharf to Wharf Walk is a 27 km coastal walk that crosses the ancient lands of the Yuin people, between two historic wharfs on the Sapphire Coast.
NEW EXPERIENCES
Discover coastal wilderness
The new Wharf to Wharf Walk between Merimbula and Tathra on the Sapphire Coast launched in June. Made possible by a visionary group of locals, the walk covers 27 kilometres of rugged cliffs, secluded bays and quiet beaches. Plus, it has some of the best whale-watching vantage points in the state.
A night walk under the stars
Stargazing has risen to the next level at Light up the Night until July 11 at Scenic World. Night walkers can admire the glowing Three Sisters, continue on to the Katoomba Falls Night-Lit walk, and take a return trip on the Disco Skyway with music curated by Hermitude.
An apple a day
Famous for its apples and crisp, sunny winter days, the best way to explore the Bilpin area is by following the new Apple Pie Trail. The route traverses Bells Line of Road, stopping in at 11 outlets serving pie, as well as fruit picking, local cider and gorgeous gardens.
Paint the World in colour
World Square in Sydney’s CBD has undergone a technicolour makeover as part of the new installation ‘A World of Colour’. Pop art-style murals, floor decals and suspended ornaments adorn every entrance, including a bold statement piece made of thousands of pieces of recycled fabric woven together.
Bathurst Winter Festival 2016 Credit: David Roma
Stalls lining the heritage CBD of Bathurst for the annual Bathurst Winter Festival in 2016.
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Bathurst Winter Festival 2016 Credit: David Roma
Stalls lining the heritage CBD of Bathurst for the annual Bathurst Winter Festival in 2016.
UPCOMING EVENTS
While these events are still set to proceed at time of publication, due to the ongoing pandemic things may change over the next few days. Check the individual websites for details.
Winter Jazz Festival | Sydney
Now until 27 August
The city will come alive with the sounds of gypsy swing and jazz-inspired soul, as the Winter Jazz Festival fills our laneways, clubs and cellars with live music, with free performances in Gateway Sydney in Circular Quay.
Come From Away | Capitol Theatre, Sydney
Now until 22 August
On stage now at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre, The Tony® and Olivier award-winning musical Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of thousands of stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland, Canada that welcomed them all.
Bathurst Winter Festival | Bathurst
Now until 11 July
This 16-day family friendly event showcases the best of Bathurst with stunning light shows, boutique food events with local wines and craft ales, outdoor ice skating, carnival rides in the Winter Playground, live music and more.
Elephant Trail Race | Port Macquarie
9-11 July
The Elephant Trail Race offers participants a choice of distances, catering for both novice runners and ultra-distance runners, as well as a free kids’ race, in the beautiful Cairncross State Forest in the Hastings Area.
Vivid Sydney | Across Sydney
6-28 August
Australia’s biggest and brightest festival of its kind, Vivid Sydney is back for its 12th year 6-28 August 2021, illuminating the CBD with an outdoor gallery of contemporary light installations and 3D art, a cutting-edge line-up of live music acts, as well as engaging conversations and inspiring talks with renowned thought leaders.
The Phantom of the Opera | Sydney Opera House
3 September-29 October
Be enchanted by The Phantom of the Opera in Sydney Opera House, coming to Joan Sutherland Theatre in September. Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic tale unfolds with new direction by Laurence Connor, as well as new scenic and lighting design.
Write Around the Murray | Albury Wodonga
15-19 September
This five-day writers festival brings lovers of the written word together in Albury Wodonga for a festival of storytelling unlike anywhere else. The full program launches 30 July.
Jagged Little Pill | Theatre Royal Sydney
From September 23
Tickets are now on sale for the Tony Award®-nominated Broadway rock musical, Jagged Little Pill, coming to Theatre Royal Sydney in September. Relive Alanis Morissette’s epic 1995 album and immerse yourself in 21st century America and beloved hits such as You Oughta Know and Ironic.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella | Capitol Theatre, Sydney
From 16 November
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the Tony Award®-winning Broadway musical bringing a contemporary take on the classic tale to Sydney audiences this November. Featuring incredible orchestrations, jaw-dropping transformations plus beautiful costumes, this romantic production is a must-watch.
Australia Sail Grand Prix | Sydney Harbour
17-18 December
Don’t miss the return of the Australia Sail Grand Prix to the iconic Sydney Harbour, with Olympic champion Tom Slingsby leading the Australian team as they go head-to-head against seven national teams from around the world.
More News
Dorothy Smith & Yes Theory, Sydney Credit: Bluesfest
102-year-old visits Sydney and officially completes her seven-continent lifelong dream
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Destination NSW has teamed up with the popular YouTube channel Yes Theory, with its impressive 9.2 million subscribers, and Qantas, to fulfil 102-year-old San Franciso local, Dorothy Smith’s lifelong dream of visiting Sydney, Australia, completing her remarkable journey to every continent in the world.
Yes Theory producers Ammar Kandil and Staffan Taylor first met Dorothy in October 2024 when they moved into The Redwoods Retirement Village for 48 hours. Moved by Dorothy’s heartfelt regret of not yet reaching her final frontier, Australia, Ammar and Staffan felt compelled to help her complete this remarkable journey.
Reflecting on her motivation to travel and time in Sydney, Dorothy shared, "Travel is important to me because it’s a big world, and each country is different and has something different to offer; I want to see them all and I don’t want to miss anything!
“I loved visiting Sydney; it’s a beautiful city. The people are charming, the food is good, the scenery is just wonderful, and even the weather is nice! We saw the little koala bears, of course the Sydney Opera House, we went to the Botanic Gardens, and the Museum of Contemporary Art, good restaurants, and the lovely Bondi Beach where we got our feet a little wet and the water was really cold! And the people – they are all so nice, and so friendly!”
Sydney Harbour aerial at dawn Credit: Ethan Rohloff; Destination NSW
Sydney Harbour aerial at dawn featuring Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs Macquarie's Chair, Sydney CBD and Opera House
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Sydney Harbour aerial at dawn Credit: Ethan Rohloff; Destination NSW
Sydney Harbour aerial at dawn featuring Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs Macquarie's Chair, Sydney CBD and Opera House
Dorothy Smith & Yes Theory, Sydney Credit: Bluesfest
102-year-old visits Sydney and officially completes her seven-continent lifelong dream
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Dorothy Smith & Yes Theory, Sydney Credit: Bluesfest
102-year-old visits Sydney and officially completes her seven-continent lifelong dream
A living link to history, Dorothy is more than twice the age of the Sydney Opera House. In 1922, the year she was born, the NSW Government passed the Sydney Harbour Bridge Act, laying the foundation for the construction of the iconic bridge. Today, the Sydney Harbour Bridge stands as a powerful symbol of Australia’s resilience and connection to the world—a fitting backdrop for Dorothy’s own journey of exploration and discovery.
With Qantas’s support, Dorothy embarked on her adventure to Sydney in comfort, and received an exclusive invite to the cock-pit to meet the pilot, before she was warmly welcomed at Sydney Airport with personalised displays and a crowd of Yes Theory fans eager to celebrate her arrival. Her stay at the luxurious Shangri-La Sydney became a “home away from home,” offering Dorothy the chance to wake up to the breathtaking view of the Sydney Opera House—a landmark she had always dreamed of seeing firsthand.
Ammar Kandil, co-founder of Yes Theory, was driven to support her adventure saying, “Dorothy’s story is a powerful reminder that life is meant to be lived to the fullest, and we’re incredibly happy to help her achieve this lifelong dream to visit Sydney and tick of Australia as her seventh and final continent.
“Our mantra is ‘seek discomfort’ and embrace adventure, and Dorothy’s journey truly embodies the spirit of our channel. Her incredible story is set to inspire millions around the world to pursue their own adventures, no matter the obstacles.”
The Rocks, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Family exploring The Rocks in Sydney
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The Rocks, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Family exploring The Rocks in Sydney
Sydney Luxury Cruise, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Sydney Luxury Cruises operates on Sydney Harbour exploring the harbour beaches, waterfront mansions and icons.
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Sydney Luxury Cruise, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Sydney Luxury Cruises operates on Sydney Harbour exploring the harbour beaches, waterfront mansions and icons.
Dorothy’s time in Sydney has been nothing short of iconic, filled with experiences that capture the heart of NSW. Her itinerary included:
- An afternoon cruising on Sydney Harbour, marvelling at the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House
- An up-close encounter with Australian wildlife at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo in Darling Harbour, where Dorothy met koalas, and even a kangaroo named Dorothy.
- A tour of the Sydney Opera House adding yet another milestone to her journey.
- A visit to the iconic Bondi Beach, where Dorothy enjoyed splashing her feet in the waves and seeing one of the world’s most famous beaches.
And Dorothy’s secret to a long, healthy life? “You have to exercise, you have to eat lots of fruit and vegetables and stay hydrated. And also, FUN! You have to have fun so you’ll stay healthy, and you can also enjoy 102 years! And if there’s anything else you want to try, go ahead and try it!”
To follow Dorothy’s journey and see Sydney through her remarkable perspective, check out Yes Theory’s latest video at youtube.com/@YesTheory.
For inspiration for your own Sydney adventure, visit sydney.com
Australian Wildlife Tour Credit: WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Australian Wildlife Tour at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
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Australian Wildlife Tour Credit: WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Australian Wildlife Tour at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Bondi Beach, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
The scenic Bondi coastline in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.
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Bondi Beach, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
The scenic Bondi coastline in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.