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Macquarie Ice Rink

Cnr Waterloo & Herring Roads, North Ryde NSW 2113

Macquarie Ice Rink makes it easy for schools to include Ice Skating in their sporting programs, giving students a change from traditional school sports and PE classes. Ice Skating at Macquarie is great fun, good exercise and exceptional value.

The Aussie Skate program has been specifically designed to enable skaters of all ages and all ability levels to progress at their own pace on their way to better skating.

Group discounts are available for any general skating session. Groups should be booked in advance to ensure they qualify for the discount rates.

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Heritage Craft Fair

St. Ives Showground Mona Vale Road, St Ives NSW 2075

THE HERITAGE CRAFT FAIR allows a limited range of "WORLD HANDCRAFTS "Hand selected Handmade products from the World to be displayed.

Australian Made products are always given priority, However due to the demand from Clients and exhibitors to expand the offering of the fair we have decided to allow a select group of "World Handmade Crafts" products into the fair.FOODS AND GROWERS MARKETS INCORPORATING ORGANIC PRODUCTS.The famous Heritage Craft Fair offers Foods , organic foods, fresh foods and Growers section within the existing Fair.Come to a fair where time stands still, where you can see craft being created right before your eyes.Buy top quality crafts with the assurance that it’s not only great value, but also an original – handcrafted right here in Australia.

Enjoy the atmosphere and energy of 250 stalls presenting quality handcrafts with no mass produced second hand or imported items.

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Oriental Spa

1/67 Archer Street, Chatswood NSW 2067

Oriental Spa offers Tropical Day Spa Experience in an urban setting located in Chatswood, a vibrant & metropolitan central hub of the Sydney North Shore.

From the moment you pass through the door of Oriental Spa, you are whisked away from the urban frenzy of city life and transported into a world of tranquility. Listen to the gentle cascade of our water feature and calming music, breathe in the freshness of aromatherapy environment, feel the tension melt away surround you with true tranquility and soon the outside world is quickly forgotten.

Oriental Spa embraces a variety of unique treatment and healing practices from Asia. Our treatments are not only exotic and aromatic in nature, but are also free from any harmful chemicals. The treatments on our menu have been inspired by the practitioners of ancient cultures. Discover your inner fulfillment with our complete pampering spa treatments and services.

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Seymour Centre

Corner of City Rd and Cleveland Street, Hornsby NSW 2077

Located in the heart of the University of Sydney, the Seymour champions cultural exploration, arts education and audience engagement.

Each year over 250,000 people engage with the Centre as audience, theatre creators, directors, designers, technicians and performers – and the numbers are growing.

We present a diverse range of the best of contemporary performing arts including participation in some of this city’s major arts festivals; the Sydney Comedy Festival, Sydney Children’s Festival, Sydney Fringe Festival and the iconic Sydney Festival.

The Seymour is also a dynamic hub for diverse arts activity: we are home to four innovative performance companies who all present work in the Centre: SIMA Jazz performs the best of contemporary jazz regularly in our Sound Lounge; Shaun Parker and Co presents major dance and physical theatre works; Chronology Arts commission and perform contemporary classical music and Critical Stages, a company quickly becoming Australia's leading producer of touring independent theatre.

As part of the University of Sydney we host a vibrant program of University events and student performances, ranging from lectures by leading world thinkers as part of the Sydney Ideas program to presenting the annual student revue season.

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Glen Street Theatre

Cnr Glen Street & Blackbutts Road, Belrose NSW 2085

Glen Street Theatre is a 400 seat proscenium arch auditorium that presents a subscription season of professional theatre productions, quality children’s shows and community events throughout the year including school productions and dance concerts.

The venue also runs Sorlies Bistro, which offers pre-show dining and monthly literary lunches. For Sorlies bookings, please call 9975 1455 between 10am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

Glen Street Theatre is located in Belrose on Sydney’s north shore, approximately 20 minutes drive from the CBD. The theatre regularly presents productions from many of Australia’s major performing arts companies including Sydney Theatre Company, Company B Belvoir, Bell Shakespeare, Griffin Theatre Company, Queensland Theatre Company, Melbourne’s Playbox Theatre, Perth Theatre Company, The State Theatre Company of South Australia and other significant independent production companies including Circus Oz, Pork Chop Productions, Performing Lines and Hit Productions.

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Roseville Cinema

112 Pacific Highway, Roseville NSW 2069

Here at Roseville Cinemas we have years of proven success with Charity, Corporate, Community and Family functions. No matter what your function requirements, we can facilitate your every need.

Generally, group functions are held on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Sunday. We suggest food/beverages followed by a film.

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Hoyts Cinemas - Chatswood - Mandarin

Cnr Albert & Victor Streets, Chatswood NSW 2067

With some great blockbusters due out this Christmas, make sure you are giving the Perfect Christmas Gift - the movies !

With Gift Cards starting from just $15 and Super Saver vouchers for those frequent movie goers, Hoyts provide the stocking fillers you need.

To ensure your gifts are received prior to Christmas, place your orders by Friday 16 December 2011.
 

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Stockland Glenrose

Glen Street, Belrose NSW 2085

With more than 50 speciality stores including fresh food retailers, banks and a post office, shopping's never been easier than at Stockland Glenrose. With a large Woolworths on site, there are more than 360 free parking spaces, making shopping a breeze.

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Macquarie Centre

Corner Herring and Waterloo Roads, North Ryde NSW 2113

We all want a great lifestyle. At Macquarie Centre we have everything you need whether you breeze through life or exude urban chic. From phones to televisions, homewares to sporting goods, our retailers stock the latest ‘must haves’ to keep you living life to the full. Check out what’s on offer below – or browse our lifestyle articles for some great ideas.

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Incinerator Art Space

2 Small Street, Willoughby NSW 2068

Incinerator Art Space is an iconic and heritage-listed Walter Burley Griffin designed building that retains its strong Modernist style of architecture.  The interior has been sensitively renovated to create a professional gallery space that lends itself to exhibit a broad range of contemporary art in a distinctive environment.  Incinerator Art Space strives to offer the community a hub for showcasing exceptional, innovative and timely visual arts exhibitions. Incinerator Art Space hosts a series of exhibitions curated by Council’s Curator & Visual Arts Coordinator as well as art exhibitions held by members of the public.

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Ku-Ring-Gai Art Centre & Gallery

3 Recreation Avenue, Roseville Chase NSW 2069

Situated in the heart of Roseville and surrounded by Bancroft Park, Ku-ring-gai Art Centre is one of the largest art facilities in Australia provided by local government.

We offer visual art, creative writing and guitar classes for adults, children and teens, for all levels of experience. We also run exciting school vacation programs.

Why not treat yourself, or someone special, to one of our weekend workshops?

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Endota Day Spa Hornsby

Shop 3104, 236 Pacific Hwy, Hornsby NSW 2077
Endota: an indigenous Australian word meaning beautiful Endota spa is the fresh, soothing, all-Australian day spa at home near you. Here, wellness is the way. Laidback and friendly, Endota spa welcomes absolutely everyone. Flawless walls. Timber benches. Essential oils meandering on the air. A billabong footbath lapping at your feet. Lap up Australian organic ingredients in every spa treatment, and at home, soak up organic Endota skincare. Endota spa provide ahhhh-mazing space for sidling in and chilling out. And ahhh-inspiring business opportunities for motivated day spa franchisees – we’re Australia’s largest day spa network, and Australia’s most successful day spa franchise system.
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Endota Day Spa Turramurra

4 William St, Turramurra NSW 2074
Endota: an indigenous Australian word meaning beautiful Endota spa is the fresh, soothing, all-Australian day spa at home near you. Here, wellness is the way. Laidback and friendly, Endota spa welcomes absolutely everyone. Flawless walls. Timber benches. Essential oils meandering on the air. A billabong footbath lapping at your feet. Lap up Australian organic ingredients in every spa treatment, and at home, soak up organic Endota skincare. Endota spa provide ahhhh-mazing space for sidling in and chilling out. And ahhh-inspiring business opportunities for motivated day spa franchisees – we’re Australia’s largest day spa network, and Australia’s most successful day spa franchise system.
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Country Charmâ„¢ Discovery Tours

10 William Street, Turramurra NSW 2074
On a Country Charm Blue Mountains Discovery Tour, experience the World Heritage Exhibition Centre in the Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens and the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre. Enjoy Jenolan Caves and a tour by a specialist geologist. Visit various geosites including the iconic sandstone landscapes at Govetts Leap and Echo Point as well as the sandstone escarpment and underlying coal measure exposures in Jamison Valley, accessed by the steepest passenger railway in the world. And visit the mining heritage site of Hartley Vale. Stay overnight in heritage accommodation. The experience of the world famous Jenolan Caves includes guided tours and encounters with wildlife including the quite unique opportunity to see the duck-billed platypus, endemic to Australia. All meals included.
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Manly Surf Guide

17 Undercliffe St Dee Why, Cromer NSW 2099
Manly Surf Guide are a boutique surf guiding company that offer small group surfing tours and surf lessons in Sydney's famous Manly Beach and Northern Beaches. Ryan is one of Sydney's most sought after surf coaches with over 10 years coaching experience and has been surfing since age five. Ryan and his team are young, fun and full of energy. Each guide has completed a Level 2 Surf Coaching Course, APOLA (ocean safety), Advanced First Aid and Advanced Resuscitation qualifications. Ryan and his staff are passionate about the ocean and the sport of surfing and pride them selves on giving you an authentic surfing and Australian cultural experience. They know exactly where to go in all conditions. Manly Surf Guide is a successful company purely relying on word of mouth recommendations from providing a quality personalised service, rather than a large marketing campaign.
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d'Albora Marinas at Akuna Bay

Liberator General San Martin Drive, Terrey Hills NSW 2084
Just 40 minutes from Sydney, popular d'Albora Marinas is nestled in the heart of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park on the Cowan/Hawkesbury River system. This makes it a perfect base for delving into the natural beauty of the area around Coal and Candle Creek. You can hire a boat here, berth your own, or cast off in a kayak for ... Visit website for more info
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Aboriginal Heritage walk

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Turramurra NSW 2074
4.5km (return) - 2.5 hour (each way) - Medium difficulty For a great experience that highlights the best of the Aboriginal art in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, step out on Aboriginal Heritage walk. Combining Resolute and West Head walking tracks, you'll encounter historic rock engravings and art of the Guringai Nation, whose traditional lands include this park and Pittwater area. Within a 10-minute walk along the track, you'll come ... Visit website for more info

Resin Jewellery Workshop Chatswood

160 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood NSW 2067
This workshop is all about learning how to mix resin, add pigment and finish your jewellery pieces. Make two resin bangles and two resin rings to take home on the day and show off to your family and friends. Divided into three sections, the first is a brief tutorial explaining how to use resin to create your own jewellery masterpieces, along with the instructor demonstrating pouring the resin into a mould. The second part to this workshop is where the fun begins. Choose your colours and designs and then work with the instructor to handcraft two resin bangles and two resin rings. During the last stage of the workshop, you will hand finish your pieces and get to ask questions about other pieces you may wish to design. The workshop is taught in such a way that you will learn jewellery making skills that will allow you to continue to make stunning resin pieces long after completing your workshop in the comfort of your own home. Please note: You must be 18 years or older to participate in the workshop. They do not recommend this workshop to pregnant women as chemicals in the form of resins are used....

Crosslands Reserve

Somerville Road, Hornsby Heights NSW 2077
'Crosslands Reserve' has been maintained by Hornsby Shire Council since 1921. In 1987 the reserve was incorporated into Berowra Valley Bushland Park, forming 38 square kilometres of bushland, stretching from Pennant Hills to Berowra Waters. Things to do include: Picnicking and barbeques, bushwalking, camping (bookings required), fishing, canoeing, bike riding and nature observation. Facilities at the reserve include: Picnic shelters (larger shelter available for hire - seats 12 adults), free electric barbecues, toilets, parking, children's playground and bicycle track and the Track head for The Great North Walk. ...

Papunya Tjupi Arts 2016 Exhibition

Incinerator Art Space, Willoughby NSW 2068
Recent works from the women of Papunya Tjupi Arts. Originally only the men painted in Papunya, the birthplace of the Western desert dot-painting movement. Now it is the women who artistically thrive in this community. Their remarkable works are receiving widespread acclaim. Be mesmerised by this significant collection of recent works. Papunya Tjupi Arts supports a new generation of artists establishing their own unique identity based on the legacy of their forefathers. Please join them for the official opening on Saturday, 13 February from 3pm to 5pm. To be opened by Vivien Johnson, eminent scholar and author of Streets of Papunya: the re-invention of Papunya painting. For information on the Desert Travels talks, please refer to the website....
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Point Hut Pond Park

McGilvray Close, Gordon NSW 2072
Stop off en route to or from Tidbinbilla to take the children to the playground at Point Hut Pond Park. Make use of the barbeques and shaded areas. Walk around this serene park and it’s pond and enjoy great views of the hills. Toilet facilities and parking available. Dogs allowed. ...
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Akuna Bay Charter Boat Hire

D'Albora Marina Akuna Bay, Terrey Hills NSW 2084
Akuna Bay Boat Hire is situated at All Points Boating d'Albora Marina Akuna Bay, in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Australia's second oldest National Park, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is a recreational favourite for locals and visitors alike. A heritage listed park, it combines important history with scenic beauty. The waterway is one of the prettiest around, with dozens of hidden inlets for you to explore. Akuna Bay Boat Hire has a 12 seater skippered Charter boat - perfect for a family get to-gether or a short river cruise showing overseas visitors this magical place. For full day hire the boat comes with two standup paddleboards and the Aqua Lilypad free of charge; tinnies for four people - great for fishing or just taking in the sites, no license required to drive these and kayaks for the peace and serenity of this beautiful area. Open everyday except Christmas Day, so give them a ring and plan your next outing....

World Business Forum Sydney

Suite 5, Level 1, 1 Epping Rd, North Ryde NSW 2113
After a successful World Business Forum Sydney in 2014 and 2015, Business Executive Education are happy to bring you this next chapter for World Business Forum in May 2016! The third edition in Sydney will be an opportunity to meet new challenges. The program offers an incredible breadth of content, bringing you world-class speakers from diverse fields, all of whom have one objective in mind - to help you lead more effectively so as to meet the challenges of today's global business environment. World Business Forum Sydney 2016 is all about the Story Makers. What's your story? Let the Story Makers help build your business future! Confirmed Speakers are Sir Richard Branson, Chris Gardner, Robert Kaplan, Nicholas Negroponte, Tamara Erickson, John Mattone, Rita McGrath, Mauro Porcini. ...
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Chatswood Inn

34 Fullers Road, Chatswood NSW 2067
Chatswood Inn is within walking distance (less than one kilometre) of Chatswood train and bus stations and several shopping malls. A 15 minutes train ride or 10 minutes by bus or taxi will take you to Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Darling Harbour and other attractions. Chatswood Inn, Sydney bed and breakfast, enjoys a great location in the beautiful Lower North Shore, and provides competitively priced accommodation for an affordable business trip and holiday. Visitors looking for a homely alternative to a hotel will appreciate the cosy surroundings, with particular convenience for the Chatswood and Sydney central business district. Experienced and friendly staff are happy to be of service and will gladly point you in the direction of local shops and leisure centres. Free wireless internet provides you an opportunity to search information and engage in online conversation with anyone as needed. There is also off street car parking. ...

Glorious Puccini

409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood NSW 2067
The Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra and the Macquarie University Singers combine to perform Puccini’s ‘Messa di Gloria’, a beautiful and unashamedly operatic work full of colour and vitality. The orchestra will be joined by 2016 NSW Secondary Schools Concerto Competition winner Brian Kim as soloist in Mozart’s Flute Concerto and will perform Britten’s ‘Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra’, which showcases all sections of the orchestra in musical technicolor. Sarah Penicka-Smith - Conductor Simon Lobelson - Baritone Warren Fisher - Tenor Brian Kim - Soloist Winner of 2016 NSW Secondary Schools Concerto Competition Britten - Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra Mozart - Flute Concerto in D major Puccini - Messa di Gloria...

Ashley & Martin

Unit 2, Level 3 2 Help St, Chatswood NSW 2067

Eryldene Historic House and Garden

17 McIntosh Street, Gordon NSW 2072

Eryldene is an early 20th century historic house and garden located in northern Sydney. It is recognised as one of the nation's most important heritage properties. The house was designed by visionary architect William Hardy Wilson for Professor E G Waterhouse who created its internationally acclaimed camellia garden. Eryldene is listed on the National Estate and the New South Wales Heritage Register. Eryldene is open throughout the year for open weekends and special events and is available for booked tours by groups....

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Yatan Holistic Ayurvedic Centre

Suite 28 924 Pacific Highway, Gordon NSW 2072

Ayurveda is a vast and encompassing Science of Life. It is self empowering – giving you the tools : daily and seasonal routines, dietary and lifestyle advice, yoga practice and more, customised to your dosha, stage of life, location etc to give and receive the most from your life.

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Dalrymple-Hay Nature Reserve

Rosedale Road, St Ives NSW 2075
Located in St Ives, North Sydney, Dalrymple-Hay Nature Reserve offers walking and birdwatching opportunities in an unspoilt bushland setting. Escape the hustle of the city for a refreshing dose of nature. A 15-minute drive from the Sydney CBD can take you to a patch of paradise near St Ives. Dalrymple-Hay Nature Reserve, in North Sydney, boasts one of the last remaining stands of magnificent blue gum forests within the Sydney region. This much-loved reserve is featured as part of the Ku-ring-gai Council nature walks and NPWS discovery program, making it popular for bushwalking and birdwatching. The towering canopy and lush understorey of ferns support a staggering array of wildlife including black-faced swamp wallabies and echidnas. If visiting Dalrymple-Hay Nature Reserve at night, then keep your eyes peeled for sugar gliders, possums and owls. Early morning is a superb time for birdwatching as the reserve comes alive with the sound of native Australian birds singing, including pardalotes, king parrots, and lorikeets....
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Browns Forest Loop Trail

Rosedale Road, St Ives NSW 2075
If you’ve ever wondered what Sydney looked like before the city took over, then head to Browns Forest loop trail, in the North Sydney suburb of St Ives. Immerse yourself in unspoilt bushland within Dalrymple-Hay Nature Reserve by taking advantage of its short and easy walking track. Just 30 minutes north of the central business district, it’s ideal for birdwatching enthusiasts, nature-lovers and botanists, and is a great walk for kids. You’ll enter a forest of majestic blue gums and magnificent blackbutts that hark back to pre-colonial times with a lush understorey of ferns. Following the clearly signposted path, the kids will enjoy the self-guided series of interpretation signs. In the spring, the ground cover of native flowers, such as the blue flax lily and pastel flower, burst into a colourful display. Any time of year, you’ll hear the chatter of birds such as rainbow lorikeets, crimson rosellas and king parrots echoing through the bush....
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Bakers Flat picnic area

Max Allen Drive, Lindfield NSW 2070
Tucked away in a tranquil riverside setting, Bakers Flat picnic area offers a peaceful spot for a family get-together, in Lane Cove National Park. With a large flat grassy area and wheelchair-accessible facilities, it’s ideal for the kids and large get-togethers of friends and family. Located a short drive from Chatswood, it’s perfect for a quick nature getaway without leaving town. Take your pick of tables and unpack the picnic hamper, or bring some firewood and spark up a barbecue. Bring the bikes and cycle the nearby trails or launch the canoe for a paddle down the beautiful Lane Cove River. Don’t forget to leave some time to explore the nearby historic cottages. Keep an eye out for the eastern water dragons that sun themselves along the water’s edge. You might be lucky to spot an echidna that might venture out during the warmer months....
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Haynes Flat picnic area

Max Allen Drive, Lindfield NSW 2070
Situated alongside the river, encircled by tall trees and with a large grassy area, Haynes Flat picnic area is a perfect place to enjoy a picnic, barbecue and ball games. The picnic area features a large shelter, picnic tables, wood barbecues and flush toilets, making it well-suited for a marquee, celebratory events and corporate groups....
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Stepping Stone Crossing to Cascades Trail

Hunter Avenue, St Ives NSW 2075
Garigal National Park is blessed with an extensive network of tracks and trails that can be enjoyed by walking, by mountain biking, or by horse riding. Stepping Stone Crossing to Cascades trail is one of several tracks located on Middle Harbour Creek, near Chatswood. Perfect for a Sunday stroll, this track joins Cascades trail with Pipeline and Bungaroo tracks, and Davidson Park to Stepping Stone Crossing. Be sure to check out these other tracks so you can plan your adventure. This gently undulating trail follows creek banks lined with diverse wet eucalypt forest, including blackbutt, swamp she-oak, angophoras and black wattle, until it reaches a gorgeous series of rockpools known as 'Cascades'. At Cascades, you’ll see remnants of a sandstone wall that was built in 1928 to dam the first pool. While swimming is not recommended here today due to urban run-off, it’s a lovely spot to take in an abundance of wildlife and enjoy birdwatching. Look out for azure kingfishers, cockatoos, kookaburras, parrots and owls. In the water, you may spot water dragons and other reptiles, as well as several saltwater fish species....
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Sphinx Memorial to Bobbin Head Loop Track

Memorial Road, North Turramurra NSW 2074
If you like to mix things up a bit, you can’t miss Sphinx Memorial to Bobbin Head loop track. The long walk leads along Bobbin Head trail past open forests of smooth barked apple gum and red bloodwoods to Empire Marina Bobbin Head and historic Halvorsen’s boatshed before arriving at Bobbin Head. Grab a bite here before joining Warrimoo track, which winds through thick mangroves. Keep an eye out for the Aboriginal middens as you walk, these unique heritage sites are testament to the bountiful food supplies enjoyed by the Guringai people in the region. Joining Sphinx track, a short climb will return you to the Sphinx Memorial and several pyramids among rough barked tree ferns. Enjoy a picnic or break at this peaceful spot....
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Apple Tree Picnic Area

Ku-Ring-Gai Chase Road, Mount Colah NSW 2079
Apple Tree picnic area is a popular waterfront rest spot, but it’s also the beginning of the Berowra walking track. Find access to parking, a café and toilets here. Apple Tree picnic area is only an hour’s drive from Sydney and one of the gateways to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park’s many walking trails, waterways and lookouts. Apple Tree picnic area provides an easily accessible spot to park your car and re-energise, before you head off into the park and explore. You can buy drinks and food at the café or make use of the shaded picnic tables and barbecues. The Berowra walking track begins at this point, but if you have a boat, you can also set sail from Apple Tree picnic area’s boat ramp....