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Temple Skincare

The Hills Lodge, 1 Salisbury Road (crn Windsor Road), Castle Hill NSW 2154

Opening hours

Monday: 9:00am to 8:00pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9:00am to 5:30pm
Thursday: 9:00am to 9:00pm
Friday: 9:00am to 5:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday: By Appointment

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Seymour Centre

Corner of City Rd and Cleveland Street, Hornsby NSW 2077

02 9351 7940

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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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Event Cinemas - Castle Hill

Castle Towers Shopping Centre, Cnr Old Northern Road & Castle Street, Castle Hill NSW 2154

02 8850 9700

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An intimate setting that seats no more than 30-40 people where guests can relax in reclining chairs and enjoy full waiter service as well as a brand new menu.

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Castle Towers

6-14 Castle Street, Castle Hill NSW 2154

(02) 8858 9700

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Castle Towers is the centrepiece of the Castle Hill trading precinct. The centre was constructed in 1982 and has been significantly upgraded and extended to be one of Australia’s largest and most productive shopping centres. The centre is the first choice retail destination for Hills district locals who enjoy the relaxed one stop retail, leisure and entertainment environment.

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Castle Mall Shopping Centre

4-16 Terminus Street, Castle Hill NSW 2154

02 9680 2666

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Franklins, Dick Smith, Grower's Market, Trade Secret plus more than 30 specialty stores are part of the Castle Mall retail family.

For fabulous fresh food and friendly local service, Castle Mall Shopping Centre is the place to shop. With plenty of free undercover parking and convenient shopping, be sure to visit Castle Mall.

A new Pirate Ship Play Land has arrived at Castle Mall outside Franklins on the Ground Level. The Play Land is free and suitable for children up to six years with plenty of interactive activities and games. Enjoy the convenience of Castle Mall, while kids enjoy hours of fun!

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Cherrybrook Village

41 - 47 Shepherds Drive, Cherrybrook NSW 2126

(02) 9484 8644

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At Cherrybrook Village, we are more than happy to be of assistance to you. You'll find our Centre Management office next to the Parents Room. Our office is open Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm.

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Westfield Hornsby

Cnr Florence and Hunter Sts, Hornsby NSW 2077

(02) 9477 5111

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Endota Day Spa Hornsby

Shop 3104, 236 Pacific Hwy, Hornsby NSW 2077

(02) 9011 5444

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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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Shop and Save Tours

Various Locations, Round Corner NSW 2158

02 9679 2992

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Shop and Save Tours offer warehouse shopping tours in Sydney. Whether you are looking for a full or half day tour, they can assist you in finding some great bargains! These award winning tours have been in operation for over 18 years, and the company continues to be a leader in warehouse shopping in Australia. Shopping tours include visits to fashion, sports, shoes, leathergoods, accessories, manchester, homewares and much more. If you have a day free or even a few hours, professional trained staff will give you the best shopping tour available! Shop and Save know all the secrets of bargain shopping, so why not join a tour for a little retail therapy whilst you are in Sydney.

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Natural Wanders

74 Britannia Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154

02 9899 1001

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Natural Wanders has been in operation since 1993. They run kayak tours on Sydney Harbour from their boatshed in Lavender Bay (not far from Luna Park). Owner Patrick Dibben is a former President of the NSW Sea Kayak Club, with over 30 years experience leading outdoor adventures. Natural Wanders will take you on a wander through one of the most magnificent harbours in the world. Discover its many bays and beaches, its beauty, its history, and experience it in a way bringing you close to nature. Personalised tours for small groups or individuals are available. There are early morning paddles for those who live in Sydney and want to get fit - join one of these groups for a great start to your working day. It's a big harbour with over 240 kilometres of shoreline, so contact Natural Wanders if you'd like to find out what other paddles are available.

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Cloud 9 Balloon Flights

227B Annangrove Road, Annangrove NSW 2156

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Hot air ballooning is an aerial adventure you must experience at least once in a life time. It's a romantic adventure where you can escape, relax and enjoy the excitement of the oldest and greatest form of flight. Cloud 9 is a small, award winning, Australian owned and operated company, with over 27 years experience in balloon aviation. Passengers enjoy five star service from the ground up in a small group environment bringing a more professional, personal touch to your experience. All their hot air balloon flights include approximately a 45 to 60 minute balloon flight, colour flight certificate, online photos of your flight available on Facebook and a full buffet breakfast after the flight back at the meeting points in each location. Additional in flight photos can be purchased on the morning Gift vouchers are available. Bookings can be made in either Sydney - Hawkesbury Valley or Hunter Valley.

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Boronia Tours

54 Carramarr Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154

02 9634 3163

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A morning with Boronia Tours will give you the opportunity to enjoy the scents and sounds of the bush, while you explore it in safety. See plants used by the Aborigines and early settlers. Wonder at the amazing diversity of Sydney's unique flora. Boronia Tours specialise in walks for small groups alternatively you can come along on a number of open group walks run by Boronia Tours in conjunction with other organisations such as The Hills Shire Council, Ryde Council or Parramatta Council - all these walks are free.

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Castle Hill RSL

77 Castle Street, Castle Hill NSW 2154

02 8858 4800

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The origins of Castle Hill RSL can be traced back to 1932, when the Hills District Returned Sailors and Soldiers Club was formed to assist World War One veterans and their families. The aim of Castle Hill RSL is to provide members and the community with a modern and progressive community focused club group that provides the best hospitality, sporting, entertainment and fitness/aquatic services and facilities. Castle Hill RSL has three bars and five dining destinations including; Courtyard Cafe, Courtyard Restaurant for specialty dining; Pizza and Gelato Bar, Rib Factory - famous for ribs and steaks, and Jin Yan Asian Cuisine - modern Asian yum cha and a la carte restaurant.

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Castle Hill Tavern

25 Victoria Avenue, Castle Hill NSW 2154

02 9634 5300

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Castle Hill Tavern is situated in the Hills District, close to the city of Sydney. Castle Hill Tavern has plenty of great areas to relax, including the beer garden and the public bar booths. Look no further than the Castle Hill Tavern for a great place to meet up with friends. Enjoy the great pub atmosphere with a range of activities and special deals! The venue is well equipped with two purpose built function rooms suitable for any occasion. The functions team at Castle Hill Tavern is focused on providing first class service and flexibility, and understand that every function is unique, therefore striving to meet the individual needs of clients.

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Powerhouse Discovery Centre

172 Showground Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154

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The Powerhouse Discovery Centre is temporarily closed until late 2015 due to a major upgrade that will delivery improved public facilities and a new shared storage facility for three of the State's largest cultural institutions. The Powerhouse Discovery Centre is the Powerhouse Museum's publicly-accessible, museum storage and collection care facility located in Castle Hill. The Discovery Centre provides a very different behind-the-scenes museum experience as well as access to thousands of objects, including historic steam engines, cars, trams and planes and lots of smaller objects such as textiles, dolls, and ceramics displayed in themed artefact drawers. The Powerhouse Discovery Centre offers a range of unique educational and fun experiences for families and children. During the school holidays the Discovery Centre presents special programs relevant to the collection including storytelling, shows, workshops and hands-on make and do craft activities.

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Roughley House and The Pines

656a Old Northern Road, Dural NSW 2158

02 9651 4411

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Roughley House is a colonial heritage listed homestead established in 1856. Unlike other museums, Roughley House denotes the changing lifestyle of one family over five generations, each generation leaving their own stamp. Clive Roughley the youngest of five children lived in Roughley House until his passing in 2002. In 1984 without any direct heirs to pass on his family home, Clive decided to sell Roughley House and The Pines to The Hills Shire Council. This was provided that the property would become a time capsule of colonial life and the Roughley family's story. An event that runs to assist in raising awareness and funds for the property is Jazz at The Pines, a live concert series bringing together some of Sydney's top jazz bands. Viewing of Roughley House is available by prior engagement. Schools, seniors and coach groups welcome. Morning/afternoon teas can be arranged for an additional cost.

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Golden Ridge Animal Farm

686 Old Northern Road, enter via Wyoming Road, Dural NSW 2158

02 9651 1028

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Bring the children to the Golden Ridge Animal Farm for hands on farm fun. Hold baby chicks, ducklings and rabbits, milk the cow and bottle feed baby lambs and kids. Go for a farm walk to feed the sheep and goats with bread and see all the other farm animals. Ride a pony or donkey. Located in the hills district at Dural only 35 minutes from the city. Bring along your lunch and stay for a picnic. A great place to have a birthday party. Mobile farms also available to travel to you for your event or party.

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Glenorie RSL Club

3 Post Office Road, Glenorie NSW 2157

02 9652 1183

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Want to get together with friends and family for a fine meal, entertainment or the latest sporting event? Want to share in a lovely country community atmosphere with great friendly service, without the bustle of the bigger clubs? Then Glenorie RSL Club is the club for you! Glenorie RSL Club is located in the beautiful rural outskirts North West of Sydney, just off the Old Northern Road (On the Tourist Drive to Wiseman's Ferry). Glenorie has a unique country village atmosphere, just 45 minutes drive from Sydney central business district.

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Js Kitchen Singaporean Cooking Classes

Francis Greenway Drive, Cherrybrook NSW 2126

(04) 98 691 614

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Don't know your coriander from your cumin? Would you love to cook Asian inspired meals but don't know where to start? Start in J's Kitchen. Take a couple of hours, bring a friend or three, and learn to cook amazing, flavourful Singaporean Cuisine. You'll learn which flavours work together (and which don't!), different cooking methods that you can use at home, and the knowledge to start your journey into cooking meals which will certainly have people coming back for more. Based in Sydney's North-West at Cherrybrook, J's Kitchen is the perfect way to try your hand at something new, gain some new skills, and have a fun afternoon or evening topped off with taste testing some amazing food which you'll then be able to cook at home!...

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Crosslands Reserve

Somerville Road, Hornsby Heights NSW 2077

(02) 98 476 791

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'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. ...

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Roughley House and The Pines

656a Old Northern Road, Dural NSW 2158

(02) 96 514 411

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Wesley Vision Valley

7 Vision Valley Road, Arcadia NSW 2159

(02) 96 552 600

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Welcome to Wesley Vision Valley, an award-winning conference, retreat and recreation centre north-west of Sydney's Central Business District. They have been creating memorable camp experiences for over 40 years, by providing adventure based programs to school, community, youth and corporate groups. Set on 100 acres of beautiful Australian bushland, the site boasts four individual lodges with a total site capacity of 224 and each lodge comes equipped with its own guest lounge facilities. Wesley Vision Valley also offers over 25 different outdoor educational activities to choose from; including a dual flying fox, high ropes course, archery, canoeing, rock climbing, water slide and many more. Contact their team today to find out what Wesley Vision Valley can do for your group!...

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Berowra Waters Retreat

Lot 19 Silverwater Estate, Berowra Waters NSW 2082

(04) 05 565 256

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Berowra Waters Retreat is a luxury three bedroom holiday house plus a garden suite to accommodate up to eight people. It is situated right on the river offering water views from every bedroom and balcony. This is a water access only property with an undercover entertainment area offering stunning river views complete with crockery, cutlery, barbecue, fridge and microwave perfect for al fresco dining. There is a private spa, tinny, kayaks, stand up paddleboard and fishing rods available....

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Castle Hill Tavern

25 Victoria Avenue, Castle Hill NSW 2154

(02) 96 345 300

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8 Fagans Rd, Arcadia NSW 2159

0296531231

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Senator Pools

Unit 40, 5 Gladstone Rd, Castle Hill NSW 2154

02 9894 9222

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Senator Pools is a multi award winning Australian family run business which prides itself on the highest level of craftsmanship, service and customer satisfaction.

Servicing the Sydney area, Senator Pools has fast become one of the most sort after Sydney Pool Builders due to their attention to detail and customer focus.

Senator Pools is there for you through all stages of your pool building project with unrivaled advise, design and construction.

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Coba Ridge to Collingridge Point walking track

Bloodwood Road, Fiddletown NSW 2159

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Coba Ridge to Collingridge Point walking track is a pleasant day walk or mountain bike ride through Marramarra National Park, near Hornsby. It offers wonderful spring wildflowers and stunning views of Berowra Creek. If you’re looking for a nature walk that’s close to home but feels a million miles away, head to Marramarra National Park in north-west Sydney. Here, you’ll find Coba Ridge to Collingridge Point walking track. This mostly flat option treats you to beautiful views of the surrounding valleys and the calm waters of Berowra Creek on your way to Collingridge Point. The track is popular with families, mountain bikers and wildflower enthusiasts – visit in spring to see the landscape burst with colour. You’ll see pink and purple boronias, soft yellow spike wattles, tall flowering grass trees, and bouquets of white on the long leaf smokebush. The walking track starts at the end of Bloodwood Road and follows Coba Ridge fire trail for four kilometres. When you reach the junction, keep right and follow the track south for another one kilometre. You’ll reach an unfenced sandstone outcrop, with stunning views overlooking Collingridge Point and Berowra Creek....

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Golden Ridge Animal Farm

686 Old Northern Road, Dural NSW 2158

0296511028

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Golden Ridge Animal Farm is a family friendly farm you can visit in the hills district of Sydney. Join in the tour to get up close and friendly with lots of baby animals. Bottle feed the baby lambs and kid goats. Milk the cows, Hold baby chicks, ducklings and rabbits. Go for a walk to feed and pat all the friendly farm animals. Stay for lunch and have a pony ride. All within a 40 minute drive from the harbour bridge. Open everyday of the year (except Christmas day). Booking essential. ...

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Berowra Waters Marina

199 Bay Road, Berowra Waters NSW 2082

0294567000

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Imagine finding a place in Sydney, hidden away, with water views in the middle of the bush with a unique vehicular ferry. At Berowra Waters Marina you can have a day out fishing on the river, have a relaxing picnic, sit by the water with a glass of wine and some delicious fish and chips or dine in the restaurant for a great family occasion enjoying fresh seafood. From the Marina you can hire a Barbecue Boat as well as an open or canopy aluminium boat, with no licence required to operate, its perfect to cruise down the Hawkesbury River. There are single and double kayaks to hire which give you a chance to get up and close with bird life, marine life and ancient Aboriginal carvings. There is also a gourmet deli plus a bottle shop with great specials and deals on wines, beer and spirits....

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Apple Tree Picnic Area

Ku-Ring-Gai Chase Road, Mount Colah NSW 2079

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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....

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Bobbin Head

Apple Tree Bay Road, Mount Colah NSW 2079

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Located in the west of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Bobbin Head is a large area offering lots of attractions and facilities. As well as being a great place to bushwalk, paddle or go fishing, Bobbin Head is the perfect waterfront picnic spot. The area features barbecues, picnic tables, shelters and plenty of green space for an impromptu frisbee session or a spot of cricket. There’s also a children’s playground that’s sure to be a hit with kids and you can pick up a coffee at the Bobbin Head Inn Café or tuck into some beautiful Mediterranean cuisine at Galley Foods Restaurant and Kiosk. Visit Empire Marina Bobbin Head to hire a run-a-bout with fishing licence, or follow any of the number of walking tracks and collect maps and brochures from Bobbin Head Information Centre. Stroll the mangrove boardwalk behind the picnic area and see if you can spot some of the park’s many birds....

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Berowra Valley National Park

Bellamy Street, Pennant Hills NSW 2120

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Join the Great North walk, mess about on a boat, have a barbecue or enjoy scenic views from one of the lookouts in Berowra Valley National Park, just north of Sydney. This large park occupies the beautiful bushland valley between the suburbs of Hornsby Heights, Thornleigh, Galston, Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook, reaching up to the quiet waters of Berowra Creek. Covering a 25km stretch of the Great North walk, the park offers more than 70km of walking tracks and fire trails. If you’d rather enjoy nature at a slower pace, enjoy a picnic or barbecue at Crosslands Reserve, so close to the suburbs and yet so far from the speed of daily life. Berowra Creek is a great spot for some canoeing or kayaking, and there are some good places to dangle your line overboard - you might be lucky enough to catch some lunch....

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Mount Colah Station to Pymble Station Cycle Route

Pierre Close, Mount Colah NSW 2079

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For an exhilarating day trip that’s sure to get the adrenaline flowing, try Mount Colah Station to Pymble Station cycle route, via Bobbin Head. It’s a great introduction to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, and bound to invigorate the senses, bringing a healthy glow to the cheeks. From Mount Colah Station, head south before turning left into Ku-ring-gai Chase Road. You’ll soon be winding your way through the park, revelling in the sights and sounds of the bush. It’s eight kilometres to Apple Tree Bay, with a great downhill run. Upon reaching Bobbin Head, stop for a refreshing swim and a well-deserved picnic lunch. Don’t forget to check out the historic Bobbin Inn Visitor Centre. Following the road round, it’s an uphill climb to the southern park entrance. From here take the short detour to see the fascinating Sphinx Memorial, a replica of the famous sphinx carved out of sandstone. From the edge of the park, it’s an eight kilometre ride along Bobbin head Road, turning south onto Pacific Highway, to Pymble Station....

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Rose Seidler House

71 Clissold Road, Wahroonga NSW 2076

0299898020

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Rose Seidler House, built between 1948 and 1950, is one of the most uncompromising modernist houses in Australia. Nestled in natural bushland, the house has panoramic views of Ku-ring-gai National Park from its glass walls and sun filled deck. Restored to its 1950s scheme, Rose Seidler House incorporates the modernist features of open planning, minimal colour scheme, mod cons, appliances and labour saving devices that were new to Australia. Its original furniture is one of the most important post war design collections in Australia. Rose Seidler House was the first commission for internationally renowned architect Harry Seidler. He came to Australia from New York expressly to build the house for his parents Rose and Max, who lived there until 1967. Awarded the Sulman Medal in 1951, it has been a very influential house, stimulating much social comment and intellectual debate. ...

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Barnetts lookout

Barnetts Road, Berowra Heights NSW 2082

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Take time out from the rushed pace of life and take your lunch or coffee down to Barnetts Road Reserve and the Barnetts lookout. The creek looks so peaceful from up here and your troubles just seem to fly away over the valley. You can enjoy a picnic with a view, plus there's a small playground near the picnic area, so you can bring the kids along for some time in the great outdoors....

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Marramarra Ridge to Smugglers Ridge walking track

Bloodwood Road, Fiddletown NSW 2159

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Discover the Hawkesbury Sandstone ridge tops and explore the tidal creek lines of Marramarra on this beautiful day walk. Enjoy easy walking along Marramarra Ridge trail down to Marramarra Creek. Stop for a while and enjoy picnicking and a refreshing swim at Marramarra Creek campground. Head off to explore the historic orange orchards, and in late winter, you can probably pick an orange from these historic trees. Continue along the walking track that takes you back up to Bloodwood Road along Smugglers Ridge. It’ll be impossible to miss the wildflowers in spring. Admire the beautiful colours of pink eriostemons and boronias, yellow peas and white epacris, as well as yellow and red bloodwoods and angophoras....

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Great North walk - Berowra Valley National Park

Bellamy Street, Pennant Hills NSW 2120

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Also known as Benowie walking track, this beautiful bushland walk through Berowra Valley National Park follows Berowra Creek for 25 kilometres of the iconic Great North walk between Sydney and Newcastle. This section of the walk, from Pennant Hills to Berowra Waters, takes about two to three days to walk, with several places to camp along the way. If you’d prefer a shorter walk, you can always break the trail up into more manageable sections, particularly if you're taking the kids out for the day. Join the walk from Pennant Hills, Westleigh, Hornsby, Galston Gorge picnic area or Berowra Waters, and head out into the bush for an adventure. For a longer walk extend your trip south along the Great North walk - Lane Cove National Park or link up with the Great North walk – Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and continue north towards Newcastle....

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Wallarobba Arts and Cultural Centre

25 Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby NSW 2077

0294768869

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Central Hornsby now has its own arts hub at the Wallarobba Arts and Cultural Centre. Wallarobba is a facility of Hornsby Shire Council and is located at Willow Park, 25 Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby. The Wallarobba Homestead was built in 1903 and has been transformed by Council with work completed in 2011. Facilities and activities at the centre include a community art studio, purpose-built printmaking room, art classes, artists' lounge, and a gallery space. The Hornsby Art Society also has an office in the centre. ...

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Bellamy fire trail

Bellamy fire trail, Pennant Hills NSW 2120

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This short walk through Berowra Valley National Park is perfect for a daily breather. A level path takes you down to Zig-Zag Creek, over a bridge and up to the high walls and towering forest of the old railway quarry, an attractive natural amphitheatre of sandstone. Even though there's no directional signage, you'll find the path easy to follow. You’ll see fern trees, grass trees, coachwood and a variety of tall eucalypts while hearing the joyful call of kookaburras. Interpretive signs tell the history of the historic Zig-Zag railway that used to pass through here. Take a seat on the old railway sleepers and enjoy the peace and beauty of the bush before heading back to daily life....

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Museums Discovery Centre

127 Showground Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154

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The Museums Discovery Centre, Castle Hill is free and open to the public every weekend. Inside the Museums Discovery Centre you will find hundreds of treasures on display, and thousands more waiting to be discovered through booked tours of the deep collection stores. The Museums Discovery Centre is a collaboration between the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences (MAAS), Australian Museum (AM) and Sydney Living Museums. ...

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