What’s Happening! Hostel Activities etc.
Check out what's happening at our Hostels and some upcoming events around Australia!
G-DAY BACKPACKERS HOSTEL - Sydney
Weekly program:
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Monday: |
Free entry to "Kit 'n''Kaboodle" in the Cross + free drink! |
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Tuesday: |
Free shuttle & entry to "the Gaff" - FREE drink on arrival and FREE meal with drink purchase! |
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Wednesday: |
$10 Aussie Meal Deals @ "The Down Under Bar & Bistro," + open-mic night -great PRIZES to be won! |
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Thursday: |
Bar Crawl Night! Cheap Meal & Drink deals @ "The Down Under Bar," then FREE entry into "World Bar" + FREE drink on arrival, then FREE entry into "Favela" + FREE drink on arrival! |
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Friday: |
$10 Aussie Meal Deals @ "The Down Under," + FREE live local bands. Then FREE shuttle and entry to "Scary Canary", + FREE drink on arrival! |
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Saturday: |
FREE shuttle and entry to "The Gaff", FREE drink on arrival and FREE meal with drink purchase! |
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Sunday: |
Free BBQ at the hostel! |
WOODDUCK - Sydney
Weekly program:
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Monday: |
Free entry to "Kit 'n''Kaboodle" in the Cross + free drink! |
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Tuesday: |
Free shuttle & entry to "the Gaff" - FREE drink on arrival and FREE meal with drink purchase! |
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Wednesday: |
$10 Aussie Meal Deals @ "The Down Under Bar & Bistro," + open-mic night -great PRIZES to be won! |
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Thursday: |
Bar Crawl Night! Cheap Meal & Drink deals @ "The Down Under Bar," then FREE entry into "World Bar" + FREE drink on arrival, then FREE entry into "Favela" + FREE drink on arrival! |
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Friday: |
$10 Aussie Meal Deals @ "The Down Under," + FREE live local bands. Then FREE shuttle and entry to "Scary Canary", + FREE drink on arrival! |
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Saturday: |
FREE shuttle and entry to "The Gaff", FREE drink on arrival and FREE meal with drink purchase! |
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Sunday: |
Woodduck's legendary Rooftop BBQ! Only $2 gets you burgers, sausages, salads, bread, nachos and FREE GOON! |
COFFEE PALACE BACKPACKERS - Melbourne
We'll guarantee that you have an unbelievable experience whilst staying with us. AND..... you get FREE PANCAKES every day!!
Just a little peep at the sort of stuff going on at the Coffee Palace.
Weekly program:
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Monday: |
Movie Night / Neighbours Night or cheap jugs at the Prince / Strike Bowling and Cheap Eats night |
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Tuesday: |
Nibbles Night @ Cushion and Tongue & Groove, St Kildas best backpacker night |
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Wednesday: |
Hostel Football |
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Thursday: |
$6 Pizza Night |
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Friday: |
Coffee Palace $5 BBQ on roof top. (Depending on weather!!) |
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Saturdays & Sundays: |
Plenty to choose from! Ask at reception or look out for our activities coordinator. Aussie Rules during the winter (Go Saints!!) and BBQ's at the beach in the summer
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Sydney Events & tips January/ February/ March 2011
Festivals and Events:
Sydney festival 2011
http://www.sydneyfestival.org.au/2011/
Freebies
Freebies
Newport Arms Hotel
25 Janauary
Beergarden Party & Fireworks over Pittwater & live bands from 5pm On Tuesday 25th January, Australia Day EVE, Northern Beaches most famous pub icon, The Newport Arms Hotel, will be hosting their 15th... More
Sydney Harbour
26th January
The Ferrython is one of Australia’s best-loved free spectator events. Come on down to Sydney Harbour with your picnic basket and cheer on the little green and yellow catamarans as they race up and down the... More
Australia Day - Featured events
Freebies
Various see map
25-26 January
Here are featured events for Australia Day! Click on them for more info. Amanda Palmer at the Opera House Cruise the harbour with Vagabond Cruises - for dinner, for lunch More
Freebies
The Argyle, The Rocks
26 January
When it comes to wining, dining and entertainment, hotspots in The Rocks The Argyle stands out from the crowd for all the right reasons. The Argyle literally offers something for everyone. This coming Australia Day... More
Freebies
Penrith Lakes
26 January
Penrith City Mayor Kevin Crameri OAM said Council was anticipating large crowds for what would be a fantastic day to celebrate our country, with its diverse cultures and natural heritage. "The heart of the nation will... More
Australia Day Celebrations - Hornsby Shire
Freebies
varies see details
26 January
Hornbsy Shire Australia Celebrations include - Free Sausage Sizzle in Hornsby Mall - 10 am - 2pm To celebrate Australia Day, the Hornsby Lions club, Berowra Apex and Leos Club of Hornsby, on behalf of Hornsby Shire... More
Australia Day Celebrations at EQ
Freebies
Entertainment Quarter
26 January
Australia Day Celebrations – Wednesday 26 January 2011Head to the EQ on Australia Day for a day of free family fun! Indulge in the gourmet International Food Fare at the EQ Village Markets, catch a skating lesson... More
Freebies
Darling Harbour
26 January
Darling Harbour Australia Day - FREE There's nowhere better to take the family on Australia Day than Darling Harbour! Get everyone together to celebrate our cultural diversity with a huge day of free entertainment... More
Enjoy a taste of luxury for free at Mövenpick’s Bondi Beach Ice Bar
Freebies
Mövenpick, 152 Campbell Parade, Bondi
Sunday, 23 January 2011
On Sunday 23 January, to celebrate the refit of its flagship Bondi Beach palour and lead up to Australia Day, Mövenpick will be making summer that little bit cooler by offering its premium ice cream for FREE to... More
Family Fun Fest the Australia Day
Freebies
Bicentennial Park & Wahroonga Park
26 January
Celebrate everything that makes Australia great with family, friends, food and free entertainment at Ku-ring-gai Council’s Australia Day concert at Bicentennial Park on Wednesday January 26 from 5 - 9pm, featuring... More
Freebies
Sydney International Regatta Centre,
23 January 2011
Music and dance under the starsFestival Inside Out is Sydney Festival's newest addition to its annual free outdoor program.Two of Australia's finest performing arts companies, the Australian Chamber Orchestra and Sydney... More
Freebies
The Crescent, Parrmatta Park, Sydney
21 & 23 Jan
Music and dance under the stars Festival Inside Out is Sydney Festival's newest addition to its annual free outdoor program. Two of Australia's finest performing arts companies, the Australian Chamber Orchestra and... More
Symphony in The Domain: Midsummer Shakespeare
Freebies
Domain
January 22
'Free' and 'concerts' are two words that everyone likes to hear in the same sentence. In 2011, Festival in The Domain offers an extravaganza of music and performance under the stars. A Sydney Festival favourite,... More
Markets
Paddy's Markets are Sydney's biggest market in the city. It's more mainstream in that the stalls stock new items, albeit cheap or discounted because of the lower overheads incurred as a result of having a temporary shop front. Some retailers use the markets to extend their reach to consumers and others to sell overstocked items at a discount. The very fresh fruit and veg is plentiful and at excellent prices making the markets worth a visit on a regular basis if your staying for a while.
Paddy's Markets are open from 9am - 5pm Thursday to Sunday. They are situated under Market City on the corner of Hay & Thomas Streets.
More Info - www.paddysmarkets.com.au
The Rocks Markets mainly trade in good quality crafts, homewares, arts and collectibles. The setting is magnificent and the pubs are good for a snack and a beer or if your looking for something more substantial, try one of the many first class restaurants nearby.
The Rocks markets are a short stroll north from Circular Quay railway station along George Street. They are held on both Saturday and Sunday every weekend from 10am to 5pm.
More Info - www.therocksmarket.com
Glebe Markets are the traditional alternative markets. Pre-loved clothing, arts, crafts and edible goodies are abundant. There is a good grassy area to let the kids loose in or it makes a good spot for a picnic. You'll find some pretty neat second-hand goods here and some not so neat.
The markets are open from 10am to 4pm every Saturday. The best way to get there is to get the 431, 432, 433 or 434 bus to Glebe Point Road in Glebe or, if your feeling extra energetic, the walk from Central railway station will take around 30 minutes.
More Info - www.glebemarkets.com.au
Bondi Markets have got the spot. If your looking to fill your day by going to the markets but don't actually want to spend the whole day at the markets, then Bondi is for you. Similar to Glebe in size and content, these markets have a good selection of pre-loved clothing and second-hand goods from electricals to hardware. When you've finished browsing retire to the beach or one of Bondi's many al fresco eateries.
The Bondi Beach markets are held in the Bondi Beach Public School Grounds on Campbell Parade and they are open every Sunday from 10am to 4pm. The best way to get there is to catch the 380 or 382 bus either from the city or Bondi Junction railway station.
More Info- www.bondimarkets.com.au
Balmain Markets are a tight squeeze in the grounds of the local church. The food takes over inside and the bric a brac has the beautiful treed courtyard pegged. Pre-loved clothes are abundant as are homewares, hand made candles and the like. If you can't find anything to spend your money on at the market, don't despair, Balmain is an excellent spot for a beer, a game of pool and a not so traditional pub lunch.
The markets are in the old church on the corner of Darling and Curtis Road and they are open from 8.30am to 4pm every Saturday. A novel way to get there is by ferry to either Darling Street or Thomas Street and then walk or catch the bus up Darling Street. Buses from the city are Routes are 441, 442 & 433 (via glebe). Route 445 also leaves from Canterbury Station to Balmain via Leichhardt.
More Info - www.balmainmarket.com.au
Rozelle Markets are situated at the Victoria Rd end of Darling St in the grounds of the Rozelle School. The markets are largely focused on secon-hand clothing, collectables and antiques with restrictions placed on stall holders ability to sell new items. Alternative therapies such as massage are available as well as Tarot readings.
More Info - www.rozellemarkets.com.au
Melbourne Events & tips January/ February 2010
Festivals
See acclaimed local Indigenous films in the lush surrounds of the Treasury Gardens. Bring a blanket and a picnic and settle in for an exceptional evening of free entertainment. |
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Markets
Queen Victoria Market
The Queen Victoria Market is much more than just Melbourne's shopping mecca - it's a historic landmark, a tourist attraction and an institution for Melburnians. Spread over some seven hectares with more than 600 individual retailers, it's a true reflection of Melbourne's cosmopolitan makeup. Shoppers can find everything from fruit and vegetables to local and imported gourmet foods, fashion and general merchandise. The market is open 5 days per week, with Sunday taking on a carnival atmosphere as a variety of entertainers delight the crowds.
Location
Queen Victoria Market
65-159 Victoria Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Show on the map
Contact Details
Tel.:9320 5822
www.qvm.com.au
Opening hours
Tue: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thu: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Fri: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sun: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
for further information on all the Markets in Melbourne:
http://www.you.com.au/market-melbourne.html