Bursting with characer, Sydney is a vibrant city with spectacular landmarks including the Harbour and its Harbour bridge, the Opera House, the historic Rocks area, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour and popular Bondi Beach - one of the many fabulous beaches that Sydney is famous for.

Known as the ' Harbour City ' owing to its extensive harbour frontage Sydney is a cosmopolitan and safe city. Situated on the east coast of Australia in the state of New South Wales , Sydney enjoys ideally moderate weather year round, making it an ideal place to visit at any time. It is a vibrant and progressive city, characteristics that were strongly reinforced to the world community during the successful 2000 Sydney Olympics. It is also a dynamic and diverse city with something for everyone from chic fashion stores and trendy bars to botanic gardens and opulent theatres.

If you have never visited Australia this conference provides you with the perfect opportunity. Be sure to set aside some time to see Sydney and its wonderful sights and sounds.

Places of Interest

Coogee Beach

With a shimmering beach, magnificent coastal walk and a protected Marine Reserve that attracts snorkellers and scuba divers, Coogee sums up the classic Sydney surf scene. It's a haven for families, couples and travellers alike. Serious surfers head to Maroubra Beach , which also offers vibrant cafés next to classic fish and chip shops. The suburbs of Kensington and Randwick are close to the expansive Centennial Park , a popular place for a picnic, power walking, bike or horse-riding.

Bondi Beach

Inhabited by backpackers, billionaires, board riders and the body beautiful, Bondi is one of Sydney 's most eclectic and exciting precincts. A walk along its promenade gives you the chance to experience its carefree sun-drenched lifestyle. The main thoroughfare of Campbell Parade offers a wealth of surf shops, takeaway outlets, souvenir sellers, cafés, restaurants, bars and fish and chip shops. To discover some of Sydney 's other stunning beaches, follow the boardwalk to Tamarama (also known as Glamarama), Bronte and Coogee.

Check out the following links for further information & explore Sydney :

•  Sydney Guide - www.sydneyguide.net.au
•  Visitors Guide - www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
•  Visit New South Wales - www.visitnsw.com.au
•  City of Sydney - www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
•  Discover Sydney - www.discoversydney.com.au
•  What's On In Sydney - www.whats-on-in-sydney.com.au
•  Sydney Visitors Guide - www.sydney-australia.biz
•  Sydney Tourist Information - www.sydney.visitorsbureau.com.au