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Excursion & Incursion

Directory

Excursions and Incursions are a unique opportunity for children to explore their world, adding to and building on knowledge gained in both formal learning situations and during their leisure time.

This Directory has been compiled with input from a number of Outside School Hours Care Services across New South Wales. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the information and contact details are accurate, services are advised to double check the details themselves before making a booking.

This Directory is not all encompassing and we recognise that there are many more experiences that are suitable for excursions and incursions; however, our aim is to provide a starting point for you when you are planning your vacation care program.

This Directory will be upgraded periodically and we welcome your suggestions for additions to the listings.

Please remember that the Education and Care Services National Regulations requires you conduct a risk assessment before any excursion (Regulation 100) and that written authorisation must be provided before a child can be taken outside the premises on an excursion (Regulation 102).

Outside School Hours Care

Excursion & Incursion

Directory

CATEGORIES

Animals (see Zoos and Wildlife Parks also) 4

Aquatic Centres 5

Art and Craft 5

Beaches 6

Boating 7

Botanic Gardens 8

Cultural Facilities 9

Entertainment Quarter 9

Farms 10

Fitness 10

Fun/Theme Parks (see Outdoor Environments also) 10

Galleries 11

Gardens 12

Golf 13

Historic Sites 13

Ice Skating 14

Jumping Castles 15

Laser Tag 15

Libraries 15

Magic 16

Museums 16

Movies 18

Music 18

National Parks 18

Opera House 19

Outdoor Environments (see Fun/Theme Parks also) 19

Parks & Playing Fields 21

Playgrounds 22

Rock Climbing 22

Science 23

Skate Parks 23

Ten Pin Bowling 23

Theatre Companies 24

Zoos and Wildlife Parks 24

ANIMALS (See also Zoos and Wildlife Parks)

Travelbugs

Phone: (02) 4787-6362. Website: www.mini-beasts.com

Travelbugs Mobile Mini-beasts is a fun 'hands-on' mobile education service that travels all over NSW (and beyond) educating people of all ages about the benefits and wonders of invertebrates or 'mini-beasts' (insects, spiders, snails, millipedes etc) within our environment.

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All of NSW

(INCURSION)

Rangers on the Run

Phone: 1300 668 830. Website: http://www.rangersontherun.com.au/

Rangers on the Run provides environmental education programs that are specifically designed to teach young audiences about bugs, sea animals and the wonders of nature in a fun and entertaining way.

The shows are all about interacting with nature, and are filled with educational facts and interesting native wildlife (all harmless) that can be held by the children

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• Sydney Metropolitan area (Not Northern Beaches)

• Blue Mountains to Faulconbridge.

• Wollongong area

(INCURSION)

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Art & craft

TOONWORLD

Mike Wheeler Phone: 0423 548 146

E: [email protected]

Website: www.toonworld.tv

Mike’s Toonworld will Educate, Empower and Entertain! Parents and kids are RAVING about it and OOSH Program Directors love it!Mike believes Cartooning is great for Child Development – it bolsters their confidence and creativity. The 1 hour workshops are SIMPLE, INTERACTIVE and FUN and the little artists will be drawing long after Mike has left!

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Various

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Aquatic centres

Aquatic centres are a great place for kids to burn off energy. Body & Soul have put together their pick of the best indoor polls in NSW. The list and contact details can be found at: http://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/body+fitness/news+features/the+ best+indoor+pools+in+nsw,13199

This not a comprehensive list of all Aquatic Centres in NSW - check your local area for swimming pools – you are sure to have your favourite.

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beach

Tuncurry Rock Pool

Rockpool Road, Tuncurry

Contact details: Not Applicable

Located at the start of the breakwall with access to Tuncurry Beach, this area includes picnic shelters, a playground and direct access to the rock pool and swimming enclosure. Please keep in mind that the rock pool contains marine life, so close supervision of children is required. The Rock pool Reserve has a Kiosk, BBQ, public toilet and parking for buses.

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Central Coast

One Mile Beach

Forster


One Mile Beach is accessed from Underwood Road, Forster. The amenities include Kiosk, BBQs, playground, picnic shelters, public toilets and direct access to the beach, which is patrolled by professional lifeguards between October and April. Parking for buses is available.

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Central Coast

Blackhead Beach

Black Head Road, Hallidays Point


Blackhead Beach is backed by a single foredune with a creek running out across the southern end of the beach. It features shady Norfolk Island Pines, an ocean pool, excellent fishing opportunities, picnic areas and barbecues. At the southern end there is a picnic area along the creek banks and a rock pool is also located on the Black Head rock platform. The local lifesavers can organise activities for the children if contacted in advance.

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Central Coast

Newcastle Beach

Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle East


Newcastle Beach has easy access from Newcastle CBD, train and bus facilities. A walk between Newcastle Beach and Nobbys Beach will take approx 15 minutes along the scenic Bather’s Way. Facilities include toilets, kiosk, picnic area, shade shelters and change room.

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Central Coast

New South Wales Beaches

A comprehensive description of numerous NSW beaches can be downloaded at:

http://www.weekendnotes.com/sydney/new-south-wales/beaches/

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Various

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boating

Sydney Ferries

Website: http://www.sydney.com/destinations/sydney/transport/sydney-ferries

Can there be a better way to travel around one of the world’s most beautiful harbour cities than by ferry? There are regular services to Manly, Parramatta, Balmain, Watson’s Bay, Homebush, Taronga Zoo and other locations. The entire Sydney Ferries fleet is wheelchair accessible with 20 accessible ferry wharfs.

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Sydney -Metropolitan

Cronulla Ferries

Website: http://www.cronullaferries.com.au/

Cronulla Ferries conduct regular services between Cronulla and Bundeena – the gateway to the Royal National Park.

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Sydney – Southern Suburbs

Palm Beach Ferries

http://www.palmbeachferries.com.au/

The Palm Beach Ferry on the northern beaches has regular ferry services from Palm beach to the Central Coast destinations including Ettalong, Wagstaff, The Basin and Mackeral.

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Sydney – Northern Beaches

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botanic gardens

The Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens

Bells Line of Road, Mount Tomah

Phone: (02) 4567 3015. Website: http://www.mounttomahbotanicgarden.com.au/tours-education/school-programs/k6-programs/

This 252 hectare garden sits on the summit of a basalt capped peak 1,000 metres above sea level in the World Heritage listed Greater Blue Mountains. The Garden is home to a world class collection of plants from the cooler southern hemisphere.

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Blue Mountains

Australian Botanic Gardens

Mount Annan Drive, Mount Annan

Phone: (02) 4634 7900. Website: http://www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/welcome/annan/your_visit#add

There’s plenty to see at the Australian Botanic Garden and we offer plenty of ways of doing it! We have a wide range of walks and tours, and personalised tours can be arranged. The Australian Botanic Garden displays over 4000 different plants, set in 416 hectares of hills and lakes. The Garden features outdoor sculptures, free gas barbecues, a restaurant and a gift shop which sells plants.

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Sydney – South West

The Royal Botanic Garden and Domain

Mrs Macquarie’s Road, Sydney

Phone: (02) 9231 8111. Website: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/education/school_excursions

The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney contains themed environments such as Temperate Rainforests; Tropical Lowlands, Montane and Australian Rainforest housed in the Tropical Centre; the Succulent Garden, Main Pond, Oriental Garden, the Cadi Jam Ora: First Encounters Garden, Herb Garden, Rare and Threatened Garden and the Heritage Palm Grove. These environments provide the perfect setting for children to gain the skills and knowledge needed to become environmentally sustainable citizens.

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Sydney - City

NSW Regional Botanic Gardens Network

A comprehensive listing of NSW Botanic Gardens can be downloaded at:

http://www.anbg.gov.au/chabg/bg-nsw/

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Various

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cultural facilities

Cultural Facilities Directory

This Directory provides information about publicly owned NSW cultural infrastructure outside the Sydney CBD, including performing arts centres, exhibition spaces, galleries, museums and community halls. It lists facilities regularly used for paid, professional arts practice, presentation or exhibition and can assist in planning one-off activities and tours.

What is in the Directory? You can find information such as capacity, technical resources, hospitality, backstage resources and accessibility. An interactive map is included to help pinpoint locations and contact details are provided so you can get in touch with the facility.

Website: http://facilities.arts.nsw.gov.au/

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entertainment quarter

Entertainment QuarterLang Road, Moore Park

Phone: (02) 8117 6700 Website: www.eqmoorepark.com.au/Whats-On/Activities-For-Kids

The EQ has something for everyone – ranging from an animal farm to bowling, an IMAX theatre, plaster painting, jumping castles, skating, laser skirmish, two children's playgrounds and much more! Lots of areas for a picnic lunch and play. Wheelchair accessible.

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Sydney – Eastern Suburbs

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Farms

Elizabeth Farm70 Alice Street, Rosehill

Phone: (02) 9635 9488. Website: http://www.hht.net.au/museums/elizabeth_farmElizabeth Farm is a Historic site that offers a range of engaging programs that involve children in exploring evocative historic places and discovering the changing stories of the people who lived, worked and played at these places over time. Go back in time and find out what the servants and family did each day at Elizabeth Farm. Put on an apron and cap and learn how to wash clothes and make the beds. Once the hard work is done you can test your writing skills with a quill and enjoy some 19th-century games. No on-site parking, but the Farm is accessible for wheelchairs.

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Sydney – Western Metropolitan

FITNESS

NSW Sport and Recreationhttp://www.dsr.nsw.gov.au/active/whatson.asp

NSW Sport and Recreation runs programs and camps in the Sydney region as well as many rural areas that will help you get active, improve your fitness or try a new sport.NOTE: This is a useful referral for families who are looking for that “something different” for their children.

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Active After Schools CommunitiesWebsite: http://www.ausport.gov.au/participating/aasc/about

The Australian Government's Active After-school Communities (AASC) program is a national initiative that provides primary school children with access to free sport and other structured physical activity programs in the after-school time slot of 3.00pm to 5.30pm.

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FUN/THEME PARKS

Amusement ParksA comprehensive list of Amusement Parks across NSW can be accessed at:http://www.truelocal.com.au/find/amusement-parks/nsw/

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galleries

Art Gallery of NSW Art Gallery Road, The Domain

Phone: 1800 679 278. Website: http://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/education/k-6/There is something for everyone at the Art Gallery of NSW – Art Adventure Tours, Artists Workshops and Indigenous programs.The Gallery’s access programs are designed to make the Gallery available to as many students as possible, including those who may be blind or have a visual impairment, deaf or hearing impairment, or have an intellectual disability.Wheelchair accessible.

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Sydney CBD

Regional Galleries

Regional Galleries are located right throughout the State of NSW, and not always in the larger centres. Nearly all have been established because of the lobbying of community members who wanted a professional facility to house existing local collections, and to show the best local, national and international art to communities deprived of the opportunity to see art regarded as an important part of life in the metropolitan centres.

A comprehensive listing of Regional Galleries can be found at:http://www.rpg.nsw.gov.au/site/index.cfm

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Various

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gardens

Forster Community Garden

Little Street, Forster

Phone: (02) 6555 4351. Website: www.fnc.org.au

Forster Community Garden is part of the World Garden Project that connects school communities from across the world to share and learn sustainable initiatives based on their gardens, food and culture. Wheelchair accessible.

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Central Coast

Cowra Japanese Gardens and Cultural Centre

Binni Creek Road, Cowra

Phone: (02) 6341 2233. Website: http://www.cowragarden.com.au/home.php

Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre was established to recognize and develop the relationship between the people of Cowra Shire and the people of Japan, a relationship that has its origins in the Prisoner of War Camp that housed the Japanese P.O.W’s during World War II.A range of activities are offered to school groups which include kite flying, traditional toy demonstrations, calligraphy, origami and Cultural Centre talks/videos on the design of the garden i.e. design of the garden based on drawings by warlords defeated by the first Shogun and the garden layout which represents the first geographical map of Japan and contains six elements, namely mountains, rocks, mountain waterfalls, mountain lakes, rivers running to the ocean and pine trees , all of which adds to a greater understanding and experience of Japanese design, crafts and objects of movable cultural heritage.

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NSW – Central West

Chinese Garden of Friendship

Darling Harbour (near the Entertainment Centre and Chinatown)

Phone: (02) 9240 8888.

Website: www.darlingharbour.com/sydney-Things_To_Do-Chinese_Garden.htm#

Initiated by the local Chinese community to share their rich cultural heritage and celebrate Australia's 1988 Bicentenary, the Chinese Garden is the result of a close bond of friendship and cooperation between the sister cities of Sydney and Guangzhou in Guangdong Province, China. The Chinese Garden of Friendship’s self-guided programs are designed to provide background information and practical support for teachers planning a school visit to the garden. Step into another world and experience the natural beauty, architecture and culture of one of the only Chinese gardens outside of Asia. The gardens include stunning landscape featuring waterfalls, lakes, exotic plants and hidden stone pathways.Wheelchair accessible, however due to traditional stonework and paving, some parts of the walkway are rocky or uneven. The stairs and rocky pathways in the higher parts of the garden may be difficult to access, depending upon the ability of the child.

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Darling Harbour

Albury Botanic Gardens

Located at the end of the CBD on Wodonga Place in Albury

Albury Botanic Gardens are nestled in the haeart of the City’s CBS, close to the magnificent Murray Rive and riverside parks. The gardens feature a fantastic children garden providing a great location for children to explore and enjoy.

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Riverina

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golf - putt putt, mini & aqua

A comprehensive list of Putt Putt, Mini and Aqua Golf sites around NSW can be accessed at:

http://www.ozkidsactivities.com/mini-putt-putt-golf/ct/48

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HISTORIC SITES

Quarantine StationNorth Head, Manly

Phone: (02) 9466 1566 Website: http://www.qstation.com.au/education/

Kids in Quarantine takes students on a walking adventure through the Quarantine Station. Students compare the past with the present as they adopt a persona of a first, second or third class passenger. Using these personas students begin at the wharf where they visit the steam ship cabins in our Visitor Centre, they then follow the route taken by passengers when quarantined. At each location students are involved in an activity that allows them to compare what life was like 100 years ago to today and are challenged to think about what they would like the world to be like tomorrow.Some of the site is accessible by wheelchair but not all of it. Disabled toilets are available but not all toilets onsite are wheelchair accessible. There is no provision for coaches to drive in, park, or turn around within Quarantine Station grounds. Coaches must drop students off at the round-about at the entrance.

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Sydney – near Manly

Royal Australian Navy Heritage CentreGarden Island, Woolloomooloo

Phone: (02) 9359 2003

Website: www.navy.gov.au/history/museums/ran-heritage-centre#facilities

The RAN Heritage Centre exhibits the physical history of Australia's Navy. Displays range from large weapon systems to personal mementos representing the developments and events in Navy over more than 100 years. 'A Sailors Life For Me' - gain a greater understanding of what it was and is like to live at sea in a warship. View a Mess Deck from World War II (hammocks and all), see the traditions and pastimes of Navy and how they reinforce the spirit of a fighting Service. 'The Bridge' - stand in a simulated open bridge of a World War II destroyer. Touch original equipment that was used over 60 years ago. The RAN Heritage Centre and the Public Access Precinct have been designed to allow full access to the disabled.

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Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon LookoutSouth East Pylon of the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Phone: (02) 9240 1100. Website: www.pylonlookout.com.au

Step back into the history of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Its beginnings, its planning and construction, its vision. Relive the magic of the opening celebration, and enjoy panoramic views from the original Sydney lookout. There are 200 stairs to the Pylon Lookout, 87 metres above sea level, but on the way up there are 3 levels of exhibits where you will discover the history and construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the men who built it, and the vision of JJC Bradfield, chief engineer.This site is not accessible for wheelchairs.

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Sydney Harbour

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Maitland Gaol6-18 John St, East Maitland Phone: (02) 4936 6482. Website: http://www.maitlandgaol.com.au/

Ghostly character Snitch the Rat leads primary school aged kids on an adventure through the gaol cells in the Children’s audio tour. Snitch tells the children all the secrets of the gaol that he witnessed as the many criminals were brought in from the outside world. The tour offers fun, age appropriate facts and stories set to entertain and educate.

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Maitland – Hunter Valley

Old Dubbo Gaol90 Macquarie Street, Dubbo

Phone: (02) 6801 4460. Website: http://www.olddubbogaol.com.au/index.html

The Old Dubbo Gaol was a courthouse lockup in 1847, was proclaimed an official Gaol in 1859 and closed operations as a penal institution in 1966. Officially re-opened as a tourist attraction in 1974, the Old Dubbo Gaol is now fully restored and is home to a large display of animatronic models and holographic displays which provide a realistic and fascinating insight into a bygone era of barbaric prison life. Wandering around this unique collection of 19th century buildings and artefacts, learning the stories of prison life, and spending a moment in the pitch black of the solitary confinement cell, will be certain to send a chill up your spine.Wheelchair accessible.

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Dubbo -Western NSW

Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and CommunitiesAn understanding of heritage places in Australia and their significance in the world will encourage young people to appreciate them and help preserve them for future generations.A comprehensive listing of World and National heritage sites around NSW can be found on the Department’s website at:

http://www.environment.gov.au/heritage/places/nsw/index.html

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Historic Houses TrustThe Historic Houses Trust of NSW has a new name – Sydney Living Museums - but they are the same organisation that looks after 12 of the state's most significant museums and houses, and shares the stories of Sydney's living past. Sites include Hyde Park Barracks, Justice and Police Museum, The Mint, Government House and many more. A comprehensive list can be found on their website at: http://www.hht.net.au/

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Various, but predominantly Sydney and surrounds

ice skating

The NSW Ice Skating Association has compiled a list of all of the ice rinks in NSW.

The list can be accessed at:www.nswisa.com/index.php?option=com_weblinks&view=category&id=42&Itemid=84

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JUMPING CASTLESThe Australian Amusement Association has compiled a list of NSW companies that hire inflatables, mechanical rides and carnival equipment. The list can be accessed at:

http://www.aaarides.org.au/new_south_wales.html

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laser tagHotfrog has compiled a list of 24 Laser Tag businesses across NSW. The list can be accessed at:

http://www.hotfrog.com.au/Products/Laser-Tag/NSW

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libraries

There is a Public Library near you! The State Library of NSW had compiled a Directory of all Public Libraries in NSW. To find your nearest Library, go to:

http://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/services/public_libraries/docs/pl_directory.pdf

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museums

Australian Museum

6 College Street, Sydney

Phone: (02) 9320 6163 Website: http://australianmuseum.net.au/

The Australian Museum is more than a leading cultural attraction in Sydney; it's also a hub of information, education, resources and research. The Australian Museum conducts a range of programs for children, including a social and educational workshop for young minds, with a focus on encouraging a curiosity for and understanding of science.

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Sydney CBD

Australian National Maritime Museum

2 Murray Street, Darling Harbour

Phone: (02) 9298 3655 Website: http://www.anmm.gov.au/site/page.cfm?u=1245

The Maritime Museum welcomes vacation care groups to enjoy a full day of organised activities in the school holidays. The vacation care program runs from 10 am - 4 pm and includes galleries and exhibitions, ‘All Kids on Deck’ activities, entry to the destroyer HMAS Vampire, the submarine HMAS Onslow and HMB Endeavour.Free parking for buses. Wheelchair accessible.

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Sydney – Darling Harbour

Sydney Living Museums

http://www.sydneylivingmuseums.com.au/

Convicts, criminals and culture in the city. From carefully curated exhibitions, events and ‘everyday’ experiences covering food, through household interiors, gardens and outdoor living, to social class, rural lives and crime and punishment - Sydney Living Museums has the 12 best places to experience Sydney’s living history – all of which offer programs for children.

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Sydney CBD

Powerhouse Museum500 Harris Street, Ultimo

Phone: (02) 9217 0222 Website: www.powerhousemuseum.com/about/index.php

The Powerhouse Museum has a variety of interactive programs where children have the opportunity to explore a range of learning experiences from guided tours and science shows to workshops and demonstrations. To complement this you can also you can choose a Self-guided visit where you and your students are free to explore the diverse range of exhibitions. A wide selection of teaching and learning resources is also available online to support your visit to the Museum, including pre-, during- and post-visit activities.

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Sydney – near Darling Harbour

magic

Trace of MagicWebsite: www.traceofmagic.com

Trace of Magic is Sydney’s favourite kid’s Magician! Trace understands the importance of creativity to children’s development and is excited to teach children magic to help develop their essential skills in life. Learning magic can develop children’s confidence, social skills, presentation skills, motor skills, creativity and much more. It’s fun, educational and magical!

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Incursion

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Laperouse Museum

Anzac Parade, La Perouse

Phone: (02) 9311 3379 Website: http://mgnsw.org.au/sector_development/laperouse_museum/

The Laperouse Museum sits within a spectacular historic landscape on the northern headland of Botany Bay within the Botany Bay National Park. The Museum contains original maps, antique scientific instruments and relics recovered from a number of ship wrecks. Significant heritage sites may be visited in the immediate vicinity of the Museum and include the Macquarie Watchtower, the Laperouse Monument and the tomb of Father Receveur, the first Catholic priest to be buried on mainland Australia. Nearby is the historic Bare Island Fort, and several idyllic beaches and walking trails.

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Museum of Fire

1 Museum Drive, Penrith

Phone: (02) 4731 3000. Website: http://www.museumoffire.com.au/index.cfm

Each excursion to the Museum is an individual experience governed by many factors.These may include time available for the group on their schedule allowing for travel or other venues they wish to visit on the same day. Activities include fire safety talks, films, computer games and workshop activities. Picnic grounds on site. Wheelchair accessible.

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Penrith

Tramways Museum

Cnr Rawson Avenue (Old Princes Highway) and Pitt Street, Loftus

Phone: (02) 9542 3604. Website: http://www.sydneytramwaymuseum.com.au/index.html

As well as enjoying a ride or two on a beautifully restored tram, you can visit the Display Hall, which houses Australia's oldest electric tram, the only prison tram in the southern hemisphere and unique counterweight dummy from Balmain. Historic photographs of Sydney's street transport during the tramway era, and many smaller items associated with the trams, are also on display. There are electric barbecues, a picnic area and other facilities, including a souvenir shop and kiosk. Wheelchair accessible, but help required boarding the trams.City Rail’s suburban services provide a half-hour service to Loftus during the day and the Museum is located next to Loftus Station.

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Sutherland Shire

museums cont’d

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moviesIMAX

31 Wheat Road, Darling Harbour

Phone: (02) 9213 1600 Website: www.imax.com.au/news/2013/02/vacation-care-groups/

IMAX is the ultimate educational film experience. With crystal clear images projected onto the world's biggest cinema screen (yes, it is the BIGGEST!), IMAX has the power to take your children to places they may have only dreamed of visiting. Designed to educate and enlighten as much as they are to entertain, IMAX films offer educators a powerful teaching tool that is easily integrated into curriculum. And they provide students with unique and exciting opportunities to explore new worlds and new ideas.

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Sydney – Darling Harbour

CinemasSearch for a move cinema in your area using the following websites:

http://www.hoyts.com.au/cinemas/cinema_search.aspx

http://au.movies.yahoo.com/session-times/browse/NSW/

http://www.ebroadcast.com.au/movies/cinemas/greater-union/

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music

Drum Beats

Phone: 1300 749 846 Website: http://drumbeats.com.au/Education/child_care_centres

Come on an adventure as we take the children on a magical journey around the globe. During this exciting interactive show each child is given a drum to play for the duration of the show and the drum becomes the heartbeat!Join us as we discover the rhythms of life and meet our special animal friends, Katie the kangaroo, Pinky the kung fu Panda from China & Lumi the lion from AfricaDance the Mumbo Tumbo and do the Zoo Blues Count and then let’s go outside into the playground to discover the wonderful rhythms of the play equipment and our environment.

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national parks

National Parks and Wildlife Servicehttp://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/NationalParks/Excursions.aspx

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) offer programs for primary students. NPWS Discovery rangers and guides will help children explore and investigate the environment in national parks and local reserves. Children can discover and learn about Aboriginal or historic culture and heritage. In most cases, school activities take place in a national park or reserve. In some regions outreach activities can be provided at your centre.You will find information for locations of National Parks throughout NSW on the above website.

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opera house

Sydney Opera HouseBennelong Point, Sydney

Phone: 02 9250 7770Website: www.sydneyoperahouse.com/education/HouseEd_Primary_School.aspx

There is nothing quite like taking in a show at the magnificent Sydney Opera House. The Opera House has an exciting program of shows for primary school age children.Wheelchair accessible. Near the Botanic Gardens – perfect for a picnic.

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Sydney Harbour

outdoor environments

Cockatoo IslandSydney Harbour

Phone: (02) 8969 2100. Website: http://www.cockatooisland.gov.au/

Cockatoo Island is a great place to take the kids. It's a place to play and a place to learn as they explore the wonders of our past. From a real convict prison to the amazing shipbuilding machines, get ready for their imaginations to run overtime with all that there is to discover on the island. A program of innovative activities presents opportunities for kids and families to engage with the island’s stories, as well as special events and festival programs. Picnic areas and BBQs available. Access is by Sydney Ferries who offer regular trips daily. Cockatoo Island has wheelchair access and disabled toilet facilities. Most areas of the island are wheelchair accessible, although there are some steep slopes.

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Sydney Harbour

Coastal Environment CentrePelican Path, Lake Park Road, North Narrabeen

Phone: (02) 9970 1386 Website: http://www.pittwater.nsw.gov.au/cec/bookings/kids

The program at the Coastal Environment Centre combines a mix of outdoor adventure, discovery and learning, art, craft, fun and games, with an emphasis on the plants and animals that make up our coastal environment. Field trips to the headlands, lagoon, beach or bushland are fun and exciting, and a great way for kids to learn more about our coast.

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Sydney –Northern Beaches

Bicentennial ParkSydney Olympic Park, Homebush

Phone: 02 9714 7888

Website: http://www.sydneyolympicpark.com.au/whats_on/kids_in_the_park

With over 50 activities to choose from, Kids in the Park offers an exciting range of things to do including entertainment, arts, recreation and sporting school holiday activities. Facilities include free BBQs, picnic shelters and shade areas, walking trails, cycle paths, playgrounds and playful fountains that encourage you to get wet - just for the fun of it!Wheelchair accessible.

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Sydney - Western Suburbs

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outdoor environments (cont’d)

Wonga Wetlands Murray River Experience

For tours and information contact

02 60513800 or 0418267805 or email [email protected]

Wonga Wetlands is a sanctuary for birdwatchers, field naturalists, photographers and bushwalking groups as well as an educational and interesting experience for school groups and special interest tours.

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Riverina

Wirraminna

Phone: 02 60293253

Website: www.ourriverourfuture.com

Wirramimma is a 4 ha area featuring a large dam constructed in 1902 by Chinese labourers. Welands, bush and landscaped areas are linked by walking tracks to give visitors an experience of the great diversity of native plants and associated wildlife.

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Riverina

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parks & playing fields

John Wright Park12-14 Manning Street, Tuncurry


John Wright Park is situated on the eastern side of Manning Street with wonderful views of the water and Wallis Lake Bridge and is ideal for picnics, BBQs and outdoor games. Public toilets are available on site.

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Central Coast

Tuncurry Sports Complex

Stewart Parade, Tuncurry


This complex includes soccer fields, cricket nets and pitch, long jump pits and a discus ring, making it an ideal place for a range of outdoor activities, including football, soccer and cricket. Amenities include toilet, canteen facilities and parking for buses.

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Central Coast

Sydney ParkSydney Park Rd. St Peters

Phone: (02) 9265 9333. Website: http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/explore/facilities/parks/major-parks/sydney-park

The park is in St Peters, on the fringes of the city south. The open space is made of 40 hectares of lush grass, landscaped gardens, rolling hills, meandering pathways and picturesque wetlands. Creeks flow throughout the park and attract all different types of birds. There are plenty of spacious viewing decks that are perfectly placed to make sure you can take it all in as long as you like. A large children’s playground will probably have the grown-ups mesmerised just as much as the kids. The tactile, one-of-a-kind playground includes many different types of equipment that will keep children entertained for hours, as well as several elements that will stimulate their senses of touch, hearing and sight. The Sydney Park Cycling Centre is within the grounds, providing a space for children to learn about cycling and road safety.Parts of Sydney Park are accessible, such as the playground, some paths and toilets, but it does contain some steep hills. Cafés, bbq facilities and public toilets are also available in the park.

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Sydney - City South

Centennial ParklandsLang Road, Centennial Park

Phone: (02) 9339 6699. Website:

http://www.centennialparklands.com.au/education/school_excursion_programs

This grand park is more than 189 hectares of open space including gardens, ponds, wide avenues as well as plenty of lush grass perfect for picnics. A diverse range of sports fields are on offer in the park. Consider working on your pitching or catching in one of the baseball/softball diamonds, or practice your spin in the cricket grounds, and if you still have some energy left, hockey, soccer and touch football fields are available.With 3 playgrounds in the park, kids will be occupied for hours! Special school holiday program is available. Wheelchair accessible. Cafes and toilets on site.

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Playgrounds

Livvi’s Place Network - Inclusive Playspaces

170 Yarramalong Road, Wyong Creek

Phone: (02) 4353 9900. Website: http://www.amazement.com.au/index.php

Since 2006, it has been the mission of the Touched by Olivia Foundation to help improve the health and happiness of Australian kids. One of our initiatives is firmly focused on creating a level playing field for children of different abilities. Livvi’s Place is a concept for inclusive playspaces, also known as all abilities playgrounds, that enable children and parents of all abilities and ages to play side-by side on the same equipment, ensuring full integration of children and families. It is the vision of Touched by Olivia Foundation that there will be a Livvi’s Place in every community. There are currently ten Livvi’s Places in New South Wales

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SYDNEY -

Five Dock

Timbrell Park, on Henley Marine Drive.

Campbelltown

Macarthur Square Shopping Centre

Ryde

Yamble Reserve, Ryde NSW

Penrith

Cronulla

RURAL NSW –

Wollongong

Memorial Park

Princes Highway, Corrimal

Port Macquarie

Westport Park

Park Street, Port Macquarie

rock climbing

Body and Soul have compiled a list of indoor rock climbing centres across NSW. The list can be accessed at:http://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/fitness/workouts/best+indoor+ rock+climbing+centres+in+nsw,14693

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science

Questacon Science CircusAustralian National University, Canberra

Phone: 0417 465 028 Website: http://sciencecircus.questacon.edu.au/on_the_road.html

The Shell Questacon Science Circus (also known as Science on the Move) is made up of science graduates who bring lively presentations of science to towns and schools across regional Australia while they are studying for a Master of Science.

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Various

CSIRO EducationPhone: (02) 9490 8677 Website: www.csiro.au/NSWHolidays

Fun & interactive science events for children. Over 30 events right across Sydney, every school holidays.

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Sydney - Metropolitan

skateparks

Skatepark Hunter has compiled a list of Skateboard Parks around NSW. The list can be accessed at:http://www.skateparkhunter.com/skatespots/australia/new-south-wales/

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Sydney – Metropolitan

ten pin bowling

The Yellow Pages on-line has a comprehensive list of Bowling Centres across NSW. The list can be accessed at:http://www.yellowpages.com.au/find/tenpin-bowling/nsw

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theatre companies

Marian Street Theatre2 Marian St, Killara

Phone: (02) 9498 7671 Website: http://www.mstyp.org.au/index.html

The Marian Street Theatre produces shows for children by children. There are also opportunities for children to participate in workshops.Wheelchair accessible.

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Sydney – Northern Suburbs

Bondi Pavilion TheatreQueen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach

Phone: (02) 8362 3400

Website: http://www.waverley.nsw.gov.au/things_to_do/holiday_programs

The Bondi Pavilion Theatre provides a variety of activities and experiences for children every school holidays – ranging from pottery, drama games, woodwork, puppetry, singing, yoga and magic shows.Wheelchair accessible.

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Glen Street TheatreCorner of Glen Street & Blackbutts Road, Belrose

Phone: (02) 9975 1455 Website: www.glenstreet.com.au/events/category/kidsplay/

The Glen Street Theatre presents professional theatre productions, quality children’s shows and community events throughout the year including school productions and dance concerts.

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Sydney –

Northern Suburbs

zoos & wildlife parks

There are a number of Zoos and Wildlife Parks scattered across NSW. OzAnimals Australia has compiled a list of them and the information can be found on their website at:www.ozanimals.com/nature-travel-tourist-attractions/New-South-Wales/zoo/na.html

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Various

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