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Sydney hosts a number of well established events and some quirky one-offs. Those listed below are the most popular with locals and expats alike and cover the period April 2007 - April 2008 (when the second edition of the Sydney Explorer will be released).



XXXXXL4 HEADERXXX Royal Easter Show

This is the biggest agricultural show in New South Wales and the largest annual event staged in Australia. Around one million people go each year. The show runs for 14 days over the Easter period.

Sydney Olympic Park

www.eastershow.com.au

April 5 – 18



XXXXXL4 HEADERXXX Australian Fashion Week

The leading fashion event of its kind in Australia. Designers enter from all over the world, and particularly from Asia Pacific, to show their latest collections. Many of the shows are invitation only but the whole city is aware of what’s happening on the catwalks during Fashion Week.

Various Locations

www.afw.com.au

April 30 – May 4



XXXXXL4 HEADERXXX Sydney Writers Festival

This event has grown exponentially every year. It is held at Walsh Bay, next to the harbour. Featuring local and international authors, there are discussions, panels, readings and book signings. Many of the events are free.

Walsh Bay

www.swf.org.au

May 28-June 3



XXXXXL4 HEADERXXX Rugby League State of Origin

This bruising sporting contest between the Queensland Maroons and New South Wales Blues will enter its 28th year in 2007. Club loyalties are set aside for this three-match series as players turn out for the state in which they first played senior rugby. It is considered to be the highlight of rugby league, draws massive TV audiences and is fiercely, brutally competitive. In 2007, the first and third games will be played in Brisbane’s Suncorp stadium, with the second game in Sydney. The Blues will be hoping to avenge their 2-1 loss in 2006.

Telstra Stadium

www.rleague.com

June 13



XXXXXL4 HEADERXXX Biennale of Sydney

A contemporary arts and multimedia festival, the biennale is held on even numbered years. It is renowned for showcasing innovative and challenging local and international art. The festival is held in Sydney’s leading museums and galleries including the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Museum of Contemporary Art. There are outdoor exhibition trails along the harbour foreshore. Most events are free.

Various Locations

www.biennaleofsydney.com.au

June – August



XXXXXL4 HEADERXXX Sydney Film Festival

Held over two weeks in June each year, the festival features the best of world cinema and a plethora of authentic Australian movies.

Various Locations

www.sydneyfilmfestival.or...

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