When? 12th May to 1st August 2010

Where? Several venues

Every two years Sydney comes alive with Biennale! A three-month festival encompassing exhibitions, special events, public tours, artist talks, film screenings and international guest lectures across Sydney – and admission to the exhibition and these events is free! Catch a ferry to Cockatoo Island from the Commissioners Steps in Circular Quay and enjoy the scenery as you and your art bug get taken in style to the smorgasbord of artwork displayed on the island.
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When? 29 July - 2 August, 2010

Where? Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre

Come to the most beautiful harbour and see the latest inventions the marine industry has to offer. More than 250 exhibitors demonstrate a large variety of marine products ranging from sailing and fishing to cruising equipment. Besides the stalls there will also be lots of others activities such as parades, competitions and workshops…all about boating!
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When? Sunday, August 8th 2010

Where? CBD to Bondi

As every year, the Sun Herald City 2 Surf-presented by Westpac- gives you the opportunity to fundraise for your favorite charity by taking part in this exciting sporting event. The 14 km run from CBD to Bondi Beach does not only guarantee a great atmosphere but even associates fun with a good cause. The Sun Herald will donate 10,000 AUD to both the charity of the highest fundraising individual and the team itself.
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When? 2nd to 8th August 2010

Where? Dendy Opera Quays, Dendy Newtown and venues across Sydney

This festival, taking place from August 2nd to August 8th 2010, presents the latest and most exclusive films which will partly screen in Australia for the very first time. It also welcomes a number of renowned filmmakers who will prove that good films are not only produced in Hollywood. Furthermore, this festival offers an exciting entertainment program.
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When? From 1 July, 6 weeks

Where? Lyric Theatre, Star City 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont

This classic dance musical is the winner of 10 academy awards. The performers of this masterpiece feature an outstanding show with unforgettable songs. Based on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, West Side Story promises to offer innovative entertainment!
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When? August 27th & 28th 2010

Where? Royal Randwick Racecourse

Keen to discover Whisky…...then Whisky Live is for you! Whisky is something that takes time to get to know and having the chance to be surrounded by so many whiskies, all on tasting in one place, is rare! Whisky Live offers all that and more. It's THE whisky event of the year! Discover whisky styles and categories of flavour Speak directly to the brand owners and producers Gain some in-depth knowledge at whisky seminars Explore whisky and food flavour-matching, and more ..
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When? 5 to 31 July

Where? Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh, NSW, 2015

Presented by Carriageworks, this new festival enables you to enjoy winter to the full. Let you defrost and enjoy delicious drinks and warming food whilst listening to live music. Why not participate in the low-cost winter activities this festival presents?
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When? Every Thursday night Latin Dancing from 8:30pm - 2am!

Where? Cruise Bar, Level 1 Overseas Passenger Terminal, West Circular Quay, The Rocks Sydney

Who said the weekend starts on Friday? Not if you are in Sydney, and definitely not, if you happen to be at Circular Quay's Cruise Bar.

Considered one of Sydney's premier waterfront venues, the Cruise Bar is jam packed each Thursday evening with some of Sydney's finest salseros swinging their hips to the best Latin rhythms – played only how world famous DJ Dwight Chocolate Escobar knows.
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When? Always

Where? All Over

Ministry of Sound was one of the key locations in the development of house music and super-clubs in Britain in the early 90s. Yes, Ministry is that old, but like a shape-shifting mutant cool thing from the future, we've adapted and grown and overcome all sorts of adversity, from day-glo happy pants to the 'fall' of superclubs to the global economic hoopla that's going on right now... Check out what's happening in Australia...
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