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Blues Point to Manly Cove
Starting under the Harbour Bridge and finishing at Manly. The Ocean Racing series is for team and individual Ocean Swimming and Paddling entries.
Additional Information: www.menshealthoceanracing.com.au
1pm
Yacht entry is $40, FREE for spectators
Blues Point, North Sydney
Competing yachts will sail within the harbour in this one-day regatta for yachts of all sizes and members of all clubs are invited to compete. The race starts and finishes at Blues Point and includes individual and inter-club competitions. The best vantage points for spectators are: Kurraba Point for the start and Blues Point from approximately 3.00pm for the finish and Bradley's Head. A presentation function will be held afterwards at the Sydney Flying Squadron, MacDougall Street, Kirribilli.
Bookings essential: Please call (02) 9460 4020 or email: sydneyevents@iinet.net.au
Additional information: Participants need to arrive at their allocated yacht by 11.30am. Wear neat casual clothes and soft, white-soled shoes.
9am – 5pm (Sat 10 & Sun 11 March)
FREE
Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour
Come down to Cockle Bay to experience a traditional wooden boat raft-up. See a vast array of gleaming classic yachts, speedsters, dinghies, skiffs, putt-putts and canoes. With a steady turn-over of classic and well-loved vessels in the marina, you never know who you may run into!
Additional information: Phone (02) 9879 7095
11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm (3, 4, 7, 10, 11 March)
$11 adult, $5 child, $8 concession, $25 family*
Corner North Fort Road and North Head Scenic Drive, Manly
A tour of North Fort comprising 9.3 inch guns, encampments, underground tunnels and the National Artillery Museum. A special feature of North Fort is the defence of Sydney Harbour with a display of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour in World War 2. Enjoy unsurpassed views of the Harbour from North Fort and stroll along Australia's memorial walk which honours all those who served in the defence of Australia in peace or war. Our tour features the defence of Sydney Harbour from colonial days to WW2.
Additional information and bookings: Please call (02) 9976 6102
9.30am – 4pm
$195 adult, $515 family*
Wharf 7, Pirrama Road , Pyrmont
Take a day sail on the Tall Ship James Craig and you'll walk away with heart pounding memories that last a lifetime! We'll provide a great lunch, breathtaking views and an experience you won't forget.
Bookings essential: (02) 9298 3888 OR www.sydneyheritagefleet.com.au
9am (Sun 4 & Sun 11 March)
$75 (includes equipment)
Chowder Bay, Mosman
Explore the very best of diving in Sydney Harbour. Chowder Bay is home to some rare and wonderful marine creatures such as the Angler fish, sea horses, mosaic moray and beautiful pipe fish to name a few. Enjoy the dive with our experienced guides. Plunge Diving is the only dive shop located on Sydney Harbour with extensive knowledge and experience guiding at Chowder Bay.
Bookings essential: Phone (02) 9969 5733
10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm (Sun 4 & Sun 11 March)
$25 per person.
Fairlight Beach, Esplanade Park, Off Fairlight Crescent, North Harbour.
Come and explore Fairlight Bay and see the aquatic creatures: rays, octopuses, anemones, blue gropers, schools of fish and many more marine animals flourishing in the safety of Sydney Harbour.
Bookings essential: Please call 1800 820 820 or visit www.prodive.com
10am – 4pm
FREE
King George Park, Manning St, Rozelle
This free community event encourages people to participate in healthy, active pursuits starting with a fishing clinic and competition at 8am on Sydney Harbour at Rozelle. Also features entertainment, live performances, rides for the kids, give aways, food stall, a free BBQ, sports promotion and opportunities for active participation.
Additional information: Please call (02) 9367 9223.
10.30am – 2.45pm (Sun 4 & Sun 11 March subject to demand)
$65 adults, $45 children.
Sydney Harbour Islands, Sydney National Park.
Cruise Sydney Harbour and discover stories of the Eora people and European history while visiting harbour islands. Your tour includes a bush tucker picnic lunch and traditional welcome dance.
Additional information and bookings (essential): (02) 9247 5033
10am – 6pm (Fri 2 to Sun 11 March)
FREE
11a Chowder Bay Road, Chowder Bay, Mosman
Discover what's beneath the surface of Sydney Harbour without getting your feet wet. You'll be amazed by the array of spectacular images.
Additional information: Phone (02) 9969 5733 or visit www.plungediving.com.au
12pm - 8pm (Fri 9 & Sat 10 March), 9am - 5pm (Sun 11 March)
$10 Adults, $5 Children 16 years or younger (under 5 free), $25 Family of 2 Adults and up to 3 Children, $8 for Seniors cardholders and Aged Pensioners. FREE PARKING
Rosehill Gardens Event Centre, James Ruse Drive, Rosehill
The Rosehill Gardens Boat Show has a long history in Sydney as the show that has plenty to see for Trailer Boat enthusiasts and novices alike. The show has a great array of vessels on display from fishing boats and fishing gear, ski and wake boats, family cruisers, personal watercraft and other bits n pieces for fun on the water. You can learn a few fishing tricks at the Yamaha Supertank with the world famous performing fish, get information from the volunteer groups and NSW Maritime. Boat licence testing will be available on site.
Additional information: Phone: 1300 7 BOATS (26287) or visit www.bia.org.au
Disclaimer: Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority is the coordinator of the 2007 Sydney Harbour Week. Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority is not, however, responsible for organising individual events that take place under the 2007 Sydney Harbour Week banner, and it makes no representations or warranties.
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