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Australian Museum Entry exhibition tickets, Australian Museum, Sydney
A Brief History
The Australian Museum is Australia's oldest museum: a museum of natural history and anthropology, its collections cover invertebrate and vertebrate zoology, mineralogy and palaeontology, and anthropology.
The Australian Museum was founded in 1827 when Earl Bathurst, Secretary of State for the Colonies, wrote, on 30 March, to Lieutenant-General Darling, Governor of New South Wales:
"It having been represented to me that it would be very desirable were the Government to afford its aid towards the formation of a Publick Museum at New South Wales where it is stated that many rare and curious specimens of Natural History are to be procured.. I am disposed.. to allow a sum, not exceeding 200 per annum... to be dispersed for the purpose of assisting in the accomplishment of this object"
A museum had earlier been planned in 1821 by the newly formed Philosophical Society of Australasia, and some specimens collected, but the Society folded in 1822. A new impetus came with the arrival, in 1826, of Alexander Macleay, entomologist and Fellow of the Linnean Society of London, appointed as NSW Colonial Secretary. Macleay, along with other prominent Sydney figures, lobbied for a museum.
A Brief History of the Collectors
From the beginning of European settlement, the curious specimens of the strange flora and fauna encountered were collected. The great interest by European naturalists in this 'land of contrarieties', together with the growing competitive imperial acquisitiveness of the great museums, saw large shipments of specimens of flora and fauna sent back to Europe, where descriptions and studies were published in the scientific literature. The small convict colony lacked naturalists to describe the new world encountered.
In 1827, when the idea for a museum was proposed, the impetus came from the desire to procure the 'many rare and curious specimens of Natural History' for naturalists in England. The early museum collections were acquired solely for display - for the edification and entertainment of the public. In 1832, Dr George Bennett, medical practitioner and naturalist, visited the Museum and described the infant institution in his 'Wanderings in New South Wales...'[1834]:
'the ornithological collection is by far the best, both for the number, and being beautifully stuffed and 'set up' in attitudes... There are also several of the mammalia, and reptiles of the colony in the collection.'
Times: Open 9.30am to 5.00pm every day except 25th December.
Child ages 5-15 years.
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Melbourne Cup Package 2008 packages, Melbourne Cup, Melbourne
The Melbourne Cup is always held on the first Tuesday in November, so 2008 Melbourne Cup will be on Tuesday 4th November 2008.
It is a public holiday in Victoria, but is widely followed throughout Australia, earning the title, at the race that stops the nation.
Background on the Melbourne Cup :
Melbourne Cup is part of the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival, which is the name of a Thoroughbred horse racing series held annually during October and November in Melbourne, Australia.
The race is for three-year-olds and over, and covers a distance of 3.2 km. It is organized by the Victoria Racing Club, on the Flemington Racecourse.
Melbourne Cup packages include three nights accommodation, Stamford Plaza Hotel, one bedroom apartment.
Hotel well located in Little Collins Street, easy walking distance to city centre, restuarants, shopping etc.
Package also includes two hour Cocktail Function Monday evening at historic Como House with return transfers to/from hotel.
Luxury transfers included on Cup Day hotel to Flemington Race course and return. Carbine Marquee hospitality, including a seat in the Lawn Stand.
Complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival, buffet lunch, morning and afternoon teas, garden courtyard beside the marquee, racebook, bookmaster and totalisator facilities, television screens in the marquee.
Smart dress required for Cup Day.
Tickets from: £926.00 to £1226.00
Fleurieu Food, Wine and Wildlife sightseeing tickets, A Taste of South Australia, Adelaide
The Fleurieu has the land, the produce, the wildlife and its people living in harmony. The aboriginal Kauna people enjoyed the unspoilt habitat in ancient times. As did the French explorer Baudin who named the Peninsula. The rolling vine-covered hills in the McLaren Vale region, in the centre of the region, feed over 50 small, very individual wineries. The region’s wines are described as the middle palate of Australia because they produce soft full-flavoured wines. The vineyards snake down to the tumbling surf on the coast, where sea creatures such as whales and penguins thrive. The area enjoys a Mediterranean type climate influenced by the St. Vincent’s Gulf only 6 km away.
THE TOUR
The tour departs Adelaide and first takes us south to the picturesque McLaren Vale Wine Region dotted over 50 small to medium wineries. It is situated near the coast hence the area has a distinctly Mediterranean feel. Tours of the McLaren Vale wine region feature some of the most beautiful scenery in the state. Wineries include Wirra Wirra, d’Arenberg, Coriole and the historic Hardy’s winery. Other attractions include the Olive Grove and Medlow Fine Gels.
We head south to the coastal town of Goolwa, once a thriving paddle steamer port. Then enjoy lunch at the charming Flying Fish Café overlooking the sea.
After lunch we travel on the beach up to the Mouth of the River and travel to scenic lookouts in search of the Southern Right Whales that visit our shores with their newborn calves from June onwards.
We call into Victor Harbor and take a ride on Australia’s only horse-drawn tram along the causeway, which links the mainland to Granite Island. See the fascinating fairy penguins through an interpretive center or view them at dusk as they make their way back to the island.
Return to Adelaide that afternoon or option to stay in charming B&B in coastal towns of Goolwa or Victor Harbour and connect with the Sealink Ferry over to Kangaroo Island.
This is an exclusive opportunity to visit such special places - to see the wonderful scenery, taste the wines, tempt your palate with some of the State's finest gourmet restaurants and simply indulge in all the things which make South Australia great.
Includes: Experienced wine tour guide/driver*, wine & tourism information kit, pre & post-tour assistance, wine tastings, refreshments en-route & gourmet lunch
Important: Please note that this tour needs a minimum of 2 passengers to guarantee departure.
*Our guides are trained in wine and tourism with background training at Roseworthy Agricultural College and from within the Wine Industry.
Tour Info
Times: Daily @ 9:00am
Running Time: 8 Hrs
A Taste of Australia representative will call you the night prior to your tour to find out your interest in wines.
Tickets from: £186.00 to £186.00
McLaren Vale Food & Wine Tour sightseeing tickets, A Taste of South Australia, Adelaide
McLaren Vale is situated 40 kms south of Adelaide. The rolling vine-covered hills feed over 50 small, very individual wineries. The Region’s wines are described as the "middle palate of Australia" because they produce soft full flavoured wines.Each October the Bushing Festival takes place, during which colourful winemaking characters introduce the new vintages. The area enjoys a Mediterranean climate influenced by the St Vincent’s Gulf only six kms away.
THE TOUR
At 9:00am we travel through the scenic Hills via the picturesque town of Clarendon to Coriole winery. Coriole‘s cellar door is a beautiful little ironstone cellar surrounded by magnificent views and gardens. They produce an outstanding range of wines, olives, olive oils and cheeses with some exceptional wines styles unique to their winery. We visit d’Arenberg winery, which feature a range of outstanding and innovative wines, made by Chester Osbourne from this 4th generation family run winery.
Lunch will be at the charming Salopian Inn restaurant( or tapas style at Penny Hill winery). After lunch we visit the rustic Wirra Wirra winery, one of the premium wine producers in the area. Here we will taste their fine wines and also tour though this state of the art winery.
In the afternoon if time permits, we will visit more boutique wineries such as Fox Creek winery who produces exceptional wines. To make the tour more gourmet food tour, we may visit Brian’s Olives for a full introduction to Olives Oils and then focused and taste of the fine Tatachilla wines across the road. We may taste the locally produced Almonds at the Almond train and finish with a visit to Medlow Fine Gels and Chocolates.
Other interesting new wineries include Cascabel winery, with Spanish winemakers, and Hamiltons winery with wonderful views and great wines.
The area also abounds with almonds, flower farms, herbs, venison, yabbies and cheese producers or we may take a leisurely journey back to Adelaide via the Hills, visiting charming historic Willunga, an old slate mining town. We may also choose to return via the magnificent south coast. (Half day tours available).
This is an exclusive opportunity to visit such special places - to see the wonderful scenery, taste the wines, tempt your palate with some of the State's finest gourmet restaurants and simply indulge in all the things which make South Australia great.
Includes: Experienced wine tour guide/driver*, wine & tourism information kit, pre & post-tour assistance, wine tastings, refreshments en-route & gourmet lunch
Important: Please note that this tour needs a minimum of 2 passengers to guarantee departure.
*Our guides are trained in wine and tourism with background training at Roseworthy Agricultural College and from within the Wine Industry.
Tour Info
Times: Daily @ 9:00am
Running Time: 8 Hrs
A Taste of Australia representative will call you the night prior to your tour to find out your interest in wines.
Tickets from: £187.00 to £187.00
Barossa Prestige Wine Tour sightseeing tickets, A Taste of South Australia, Adelaide
The Barossa Valley is South Australia's best known wine region and home to the largest wine companies in Australia. The landscape is interwoven with the unmistakable presence of rich Germanic/Silesian culture and heritage, which has made the region so special.
THE TOUR
At 9:00am you will begin a personally escorted journey that includes a city orientation tour. You travel through the scenic Torrens Gorge to the Barossa Valley. The Torrens Gorge is a natural chasm carved out of the Adelaide Hills by the River Torrens. If time permits we may stop at a local bakery to taste the best of the fine German pastries. We travel over the Jacobs Creek for our first tasting of the fine wines at the Peter Lehmann winery.
We visit Torbreck wine cellars, a small winery with rustic charm, making wines in traditional Barossa methods. We will also include visits to other small wineries and meet well-known wine identities.
We stop for a stroll in the German town of Tanunda with time to discover the small shops, many of which specialise in crafts made by the locals.
Before lunch we take the picturesque drive up to Menglers Hill for an unsurpassed view over the entire Valley. We continue into historic Angaston - the more English of the villages in the Barossa. Taking time to Angas park specializing in fine dried fruits or the local cheesemaker.
Lunch will be alfresco under the vines or at Vintners restaurant just out of Angaston.
Our next stop may be Henschkes winery in Keyneton. This fifth generation German winery produces outstanding wines that incorporate the best of old world and state of the art winemaking or historic Yalumba the biggest family run winery in Australia.
This is an exclusive opportunity to visit such special places - to see the wonderful scenery, taste the wines, tempt your palate with some of the State's finest gourmet restaurants and simply indulge in all the things which make South Australia great.
Includes: Experienced wine tour guide/driver*, wine & tourism information kit, pre & post-tour assistance, wine tastings, refreshments en-route & gourmet lunch
Important: Please note that this tour needs a minimum of 2 passengers to guarantee departure.
*Our guides are trained in wine and tourism with background training at Roseworthy Agricultural College and from within the Wine Industry.
Tour Info
Times: Daily @ 9:00am Running Time: 8 Hrs
A Taste of Australia representative will call you the night prior to your tour to find out your interest in wines.
Tickets from: £177.00 to £177.00
Cellar Door Pass - New South Wales sightseeing tickets, The Cellar Door Pass - Sydney, Sydney
With our latest Cellar Door Pass, experience 18 of the best wineries in New South Wales. For locals and visitors alike, New South Wales offers a wine lover's paradise, all with spectacular scenery thrown in.
The wine region is centered in the Hunter Valley - stretching from Wollemi National Park in the South to Barrington Tops National Park but with Cellar Door Pass you can discover the Mudgee region and its great wineries.
Explore the regions from the left menu, or click here to see the full list of wineries. With a Cellar Door Pass you will be treated as a VIP at Brokenwood Wines, Hungerford Hill, Allandale Winery, David Hook Wines, Pieter van Gent Winery, and plenty more!
Collect Fine wine and lifelong memories with your Cellar Door Pass. A wine experience package for two, which includes a smartcard, guidebook and audio CD. Discover boutique and iconic cellar doors from over 25 wineries throughout New South Australia
The Cellar Door Pass includes:
• Your choice of 6 bottles of wine, worth $120
• Tastings, tours or VIP offers at selected wineries
• Free wine carton to make up your mixed dozen
• Free shipping to any Australian address
• Buy any additional 6 bottles & earn a $20 reward voucher to spend at selected gourmet establishments
All this for $99.00 for up to two people
The Cellar Door Pass range of products are activated from the first time they are used at one of the participating venues and will be valid for a period of 12 months from the date of activation.
Please notes that dependant on individual attractions – many of them are closed on Good Friday, Christmas Day and New Years Day.
Rydges Priority Guest Members Accepted
Winner of the 2007 South Australian Tourism Awards
EXCHANGE OF VOUCHER Your Keith Prowse voucher may be exchanged for your Cheese & Wine Trail at any of the designated exchange point outlined below: Australian Travel Specialists – Shop 191, Harbourside Shopping Centre, Darling Harbour OR Shop W1, Cnr Alfred St & Wharf 6 Circular Quay New South Wales Winery List
Hunter Valley
Adina Vineyard Gartelmann Estate
Allendale Winery Hungerford Hill
Bimbadgen Estate Roche Wines
Brokenwood Wines Tempus Two
Capercaillie Wine Wyndham Estate
David Hook Wines
Hunter Valley Reward Partners
Binnorie Dairy Harrigan's Pub
Hunter Valley Gardens Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop
Mudgee
Burnbrae Pieter van Gent
Burrundulla Louee Wines
Frog Rock Robert Stein Vineyard
High Valley Wine & Cheese
Tour Info:
- Times: Daily @ 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tickets from: £50.00 to £50.00
Cellar Door Pass - Victoria sightseeing tickets, The Cellar Door Pass -Melbourne, Melbourne
A Victorian Cellar Door Pass opens the door to Australia’s famous cooler wine regions and the superb wines they produce. Visit the Yarra Valley, Rutherglen, the Mornington Peninsula plus our other 6 fabulous Victorian wine regions with your Cellar Door Pass.
With over 45 wineries, a Victorian Cellar Door Pass experience lets you visit, sip and enjoy the best in Victorian wines all within easy travel distance from Melbourne. You can visit Balgownie Estate, Pettaval, Mitchelton, Seppelt, Crittenden, Montalto, Rutherglen Estate, Balgownie, De Bortoli, and St Huberts plus lots more!
Collect Fine wine and lifelong memories with your Cellar Door Pass. A wine experience package for two, which includes a smartca