NEW Exhibit Arriving Soon to Sydney Aquarium!!

This June, Sydney Aquarium will unveil a brand new exhibit to the public  – Tropical Bay of Rays – one of fourteen new exhibits set to re-open as part of the attraction’s extensive $10M refurbishment programme.

The completely new area will give visitors to Sydney’s iconic attraction an up-close glimpse into the lives of the graceful marine creatures who will reside in a centralised tank, surrounded by tropical palms, a pink illuminated sunset scene and a visual landscape which will take visitors to a tropical haven in the heart of the city.

A variety of ray species will call the new Bay of Rays home, many of which are making their debut appearance at the attraction.  It will be difficult to miss the electric blue spots of the Fantail Rays and the Blue-spotted Maskray, and with other species including the spectacular Leopard Sharks, White-spotted Guitarfish and Leopard Whiprays, the new tropical oasis will be a sight not to be missed.

The Bay of Rays will also offer a variety of interactive opportunities for visitors including daily feeds, talks and an opportunity to see aquarists get up-close inside the tank with the graceful floor-skimming animals.

The new Bay of Rays exhibit is just one of many exciting activities on offer to the public ahead of the attraction’s grand reopening as SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium this September.

Hoopla Festival - Easter long weekend Darling Harbour Sydney

Roll up! Roll up! Hoopla Australia's annual circus, sideshow and street theatre festival-is coming to Darling Harbour this Easter long weekend, 6—9 April.

See large-scale acrobatics, intimate comedy and antics, fire-breathing busking acts and top roving performers. Plus test your family's circus skills with juggling, plate spinning and stilt walking in our non-stop kids' zone Circus Works.

So come on down and enjoy the magic of Hoopla by Sydney Harbour!

11am – 10pm, Fri 6 Apr – Sun 8 Apr
11am – 6pm, Mon 9 Apr

All outdoor entertainment is FREE, and this year indoor events can be pre-booked online.

More information can be found on http://www.darlingharbour.com/sydney-Things_To_Do-Hoopla_Festival.htm

School Holidays at WILD LIFE Sydney

Hop into WILD LIFE Sydney these school holidays and celebrate Easter with Australia’s Easter Bilby! This long-eared endangered Australian animal is Australia’s new symbol for Easter. Throughout the school holidays WILD LIFE Sydney will have a WILD LIFE Egg Hunt, special Bilby talk and feed sessions as well as our regular keeper talks, feeds and animal encounters.

On your visit, keep an eye out for our ever-expanding group of baby Australian animals including koalas, Frill-necked Lizards, Quolls, and our newest resident, a Golden Brushtail Possum, Bailey! Adorned with huge dark eyes, a little pink nose and a bright yellow fluffy coat, Bailey is settling in as the attraction's golden girl!

School Holidays at WILD LIFE Sydney

Early Bird Special at Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour

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Experience Life in the Heart of the Sydney at Metro Apartments Darling Harbour - Metro Hotels

As one of the world’s most picturesque and exciting international cities, Sydney attracts visitors from all over the world eager to experience its stunning harbour views, fabulous nightlife, boutique shopping and wonderful sightseeing.

Yet while international tourists will fly half way around the world to see what Sydney has to offer, many Australian residents have never experienced what puts Sydney on the world map as one of the most attractive cities for global travellers.

Situated in the heart of Sydney directly across from Darling Harbour, Metro Apartments Darling Harbour is a popular choice for discerning tourists from both at home and abroad eager to find comfortable, affordable accommodation located in close proximity to all major attractions.
Head west from your apartment and you’ll find yourself at King Street Wharf and Cockle Bay, popular precincts on the shores of Darling Harbour. Enjoy a cocktail in one of the many boutique bars, a meal in one of the harbourside restaurants, or a 3D movie at IMAX. Play tourist at Sydney Aquarium, Wildlife World or Australian Maritime Museum, or stroll across the footbridge to try your luck at The Star casino.

If you are looking for world-class shopping, walk east from your apartment and into Sydney’s retail heart, with the Queen Victoria Building, Westfield Sydney and flagship David Jones and Myer stores all a short stroll from your front door.

For unique Asian food and culture, head south to Sydney’s Little Japan, Little Korea and ThaiTown. Be sure to sample Yum Cha or a Chinese banquet from the huge array of restaurants in Sydney’s Chinatown, then keep walking through to the Entertainment Precinct and take in a show at the historic Capitol Theatre.

For sightseeing, head north beside the sandstone walls of the Hungry Mile and Barangaroo, recently marked for redevelopment. Stop at one of the beautiful harbourside cafes at Jones Street Wharf then continue around the harbour foreshore to The Rocks, a must to explore before venturing on to the Opera House and Botanic Gardens. This historic walk will show you the real Sydney but be warned – it is also popular for late-night ghost tours.
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WILD LIFE Sydney Welcomes Ten baby Frill-Necked Lizards

WILD LIFE Sydney has welcomed ten new Frill-Necked Lizard hatchlings to its Darling Harbour home, , Each Weighing Less Than a Two Cent Piece!

The clutch of hatchlings is less than two weeks old and each baby lizard weighs just five grams – lighter than the two cent piece they once featured on. The lizards were bred on site at WILD LIFE Sydney and have been thriving in their new environment.

The birth of the quintessential Aussie reptiles is a testament to WILD LIFE Sydney’s breeding procedures, with staff excited about monitoring the lizard’s growth which will eventually reach over 70 cm in length and weigh over 500 grams.

Most female Frill-Necked Lizards lay between 8-23 eggs which take about 3-4 months to hatch. Once the babies are born, mother Frill-Necked Lizards do not provide any parental care, and in fact babies are at risk of being eaten by their mother or other Frill-Necked adults. As such, the hatchlings are currently being kept in a separate enclosure.

Source: Merlin Entertainments Group

David Hasselhoff at Wild Life Sydney Cuddling Jay the Koala

The Hoff (David Hasselhoff) hooked up with Jay, one of the koalas at Wild Life Sydney yesterday. Jay was pumped to meet Hoff, even though he's more of a 90210 fan than Baywatch.

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