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This Week . . .Thanks to Tourism NSW we're bringing you a World Heritage Special, featuring the beauty and natural wonders from World Heritage listed areas of NSW. Mike returns to paradise on Lord Howe Island, Sally Bowrey discovers the magic of the New England region, while Pete finds adventure in the Barringtons. Felicity is Eating Out at Sydney's Opera House precinct and Erica's got a five star Hot Deal in the Blue Mountains. |
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Mike tees off in the Great Lakes, Felicity rolls out the icing for her own Chanel handbag at a cake decorating course, Anthony hangs in the balance on a high ropes day, Mel discovers that the humble pub meal has come a very long way and Erica has a hot deal by the beach.

School Holidays are in full swing so here are some Mates’ Rates thanks to the Tourism Industry Council of NSW to keep your little tackers happy.

You’ll be swamped with activities at the Hunter Wetlands Centre where you and your mob can get in for half price. That’s right – all you’ve got to do is tell them Sydney Weekender sent you and it’ll cost you just $7.50 for a family of four. Bring the kids to snap up this deal! *
Get the kids out of the city and back to nature at the Hunter Wetlands Centre. Not only will they learn about the diversity of our wetlands, but they will be educated on conservation while joining in the fun activities at the centre. Things you can do include canoeing, having brekky with the birds, or going on a spotlight prowl to seek out the nocturnal animals in the area. As well as being great fun for the kids, grown-ups will enjoy it too so get up the Hunter Valley to check it out. The Hunter Wetlands Centre is open 7 days and it costs $6 for adults, $3 for kids and $15 for a family of 4. For more information call them on (02) 4951 6466 or visit www.wetlands.org.au
Sydney Weekender Deal: 50% off Wetlands Family Pass
* Valid until 31/10/08

Slither into the Australian Reptile Park and mention Sydney Weekender to get 25% off your tickets. It’s a full-scale park that’s ‘croc-a-block’ with creepy crawlies so check it out now because this offer only sticks around for the school holidays. *
The Australian Reptile Park is bursting with amazing animals, interesting information and live shows everyday. It’s home to cuddly Aussie animals like koalas, wombats and kangaroos, and the scaly and creepy creatures like the alligators, pythons and tarantulas want to say g’day too. This is a great spot to get to know Australia’s wildlife and with all the information you get in the live shows it makes learning a blast. The Australian Reptile Park is open 7 days and it costs $22.50 for adults, $11.50 for kids and $60 for a family of 4. For more information call them on (02) 4340 1022 or visit www.reptilepark.com.au
Sydney Weekender Deal: 25% off all tickets
* Valid until 12/10/08

Jump on board with Jetbuzz in Lake Macquarie. Tell them Sydney Weekender sent you when you book over the phone to strap yourself in for a jet boat ride at 20% off! What are you waiting for – give them a call on (02) 4972 1777 to feel the buzz! *
See Lake Macquarie like you’ve never seen it before by buckling up with a Jetbuzz Jet Boat ride. When you climb aboard the jet boat nicknamed ‘Cheeky Bee’ you’ll soon see that this isn’t any old day on the water. The jet boat seats 13 people and once you take off heart-stopping manoeuvres like high speed slides and turns, 360° spins, power brake stops and fishtails just keep on coming. With Jetbuzz you can get up to 70kph – now that is a buzz! Bookings are essential and it costs $55 for adults, $35 for kids and $145 for a family of 4. For more information call them on (02) 4972 1777 or visit www.jetbuzz.com.au
Sydney Weekender Deal: 20% off all rides booked over the phone
* Valid until 30/11/08
Mum & Dad can go to the ‘Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk’ for half price. Buy a ticket and tell them Sydney Weekender sent you and you’ll get another adult ticket worth almost $20 for nix! This offer is only available to the first 100 visitors so turn up early and bring the kids!*
Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk is the elevated walkway 45 metres above the forest floor that will take your breath away. The attraction opened in March 2008 and because it’s perched in Knights Hill on the South Coast you’ll get a bird’s eye view of the whole region from the lookout tower. The beauty of the elevated walkway is that you can experience the forest without harming the ecosystem so it’s an eco-friendly way to experience nature. The Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk is open everyday from 9am – 5pm. Prices are $19 for adults, $9 for kids and $49 for a family of four. For more information call 1300 362 881 or visit www.illawarrafly.com.au
Sydney Weekender Deal: Buy one adult ticket and get another adult ticket free
*Valid until 12/10/08

Hook up with our mates at Captain Cook Cruises. Set sail for their website and choose a coffee, lunch or dinner cruise to get adults tickets for up to half price! Walk the plank and log onto www.captaincook.com.au/offers because the discounts will send you overboard!*
Sydney’s greatest asset is the harbour and there’s no better way to explore it than on a Captain Cook Cruise. You can jump aboard a coffee, lunch or dinner cruise and if that’s not enough to keep you afloat you can kick on with an overnight package. With over 30 years experience Captain Cook Cruises will have you covered so now is the perfect time to hit the water and see Sydney like you never have before. Captain Cook Cruises run daily and prices start from $25 for adults and $12 for kids. For more information call 9206 1111 or visit www.captaincook.com.au
Sydney Weekender Deal: Book your Sydney Harbour Cruise online & save up to 50%
*Valid until 12/10/08