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HARBOUR SNORKELLING DISCOVERY TOUR - PARSLEY BAY

Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Cost: $30 adult, $25 child
Location: Parsley Bay, Vaucluse

Explore the underwater wonders of Sydney's famous harbour with experienced Marine Biologist snorkelling instructors from the Marine Discovery Centre. Meet and learn about some of our colourful locals - cuttlefish, seastars and of course, the ever-friendly Blue Groper - official State fish of NSW. This is a fun day for all the family!
Bookings essential: Please call 02 9300 0974 or email bookings@marinediscovery.org.au
Proudly presented by: NSW Maritime / MDC Bondi Beach.

2006 CLASSIC & WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL

Time: 9.30am – 5.00pm Saturday and Sunday
Cost: $18 adult, $9 child, $40 family
Location: Australian National Maritime Museum, 2 Murray St, Darling Harbour

Sydney's classic harbourside celebration of more than 100 boats, from graceful yachts to streamlined speedboats, is a marketplace of all things nautical and displays of maritime crafts.
Additional information: Please call 02 9298 3777.
Proudly presented by: Australian National Maritime Museum.

LEICHHARDT ACTIVE FUN DAY

Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Cost: FREE
Location: King George Park, Manning St, Rozelle

This free community event encourages people to participate in healthy, active pursuits starting with a fishing clinic and competition at 8.00am on Sydney Harbour at Rozelle. Also features entertainment, live performances, rides for the kids, sports demonstrations, giveaways and food stalls and a free BBQ.
Additional information: Please call 02 9367 9223.
Proudly presented by: Leichhardt Council.

FULLY BOOKED! - SHARK ISLAND OPEN DAY (IN CONJUNCTION WITH MATILDA CRUISES)

Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Shark Island, Sydney Harbour

Shark Island is the perfect destination for a weekend picnic. A Matilda Cruises Ferry shuttle service will operate from Commissioners Steps at Circular Quay. Family entertainment includes a Wildlife Animal Show and Jazz.
Bookings essential: Fully booked.
Additional information: Matilda Cruises offer a great value family picnic hamper suitable for two adults and two children. The hamper costs $23.00 and consists of sandwiches, fruit, cakes, chocolate, cheese and crackers. To order, call 02 9264 7377.
Proudly presented by: Matilda Cruises / NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service – Sydney Region.

GUIDED SNORKEL AT SHELLY BEACH

Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm (every hour from 10.00am until 4.00pm)
Cost: $25 per person
Location: Shelly Beach, Manly

Explore the Cabbage Tree Bay Marine Reserve and see the wonderful aquatic creatures: rays, octopuses, blue gropers, schools of fish and many other animals flourishing in the safety of this reserve.
Bookings essential: Please call 1800 820 820 or visit www.prodive.com.
Additional Information: Meet at Pro Dive Shop, 169 Pittwater Rd, Manly.
Proudly presented by: Pro Dive.

DEFENCE OF SYDNEY - NORTH HEAD FORTRESS GUIDED TOUR

Time: 10.30am – 2.30pm
Cost : $39 adult, $29 concession (includes lunch)
Location: North Head

Join the North Fort Artillery Museum, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services and the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust on a military discovery tour of North Head. You'll venture through tunnels and fortifications, explore the museum, see life through the eyes of a soldier and discover the myriad defence equipment that makes North Head so unique.
Bookings essential: Please call 02 9247 5033.
Proudly presented by: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service - Sydney Region, Army History Unit / Royal Australian Artillery Historical Company and Sydney Harbour Federation Trust.

SAILING IN COMPANY

Time: 10.30am – 5.00pm
Cost: $195 per person
Location: Wharf 7, Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont

This is an experience not be missed by square-rig sailing enthusiasts. Sail in company out at sea for a day - come and share the adventure!
Bookings essential: Please call 02 9298 3888 or visit www.sydneyheritagefleet.com.au.
Additional Information: Assemble at Wharf 7, Pyrmont, at 10.30am. Bring a hat, sunscreen and sensible flat shoes.
Proudly presented by: Sydney Heritage Fleet (formerly known as the Australian Heritage Fleet).

SYDNEY 38 ONE DESIGN INTERNATIONS CUP

Time: 11.00am
Cost: N/A – Spectator activity only. Participants enter through Middle Harbour Yacht Club.
Location: Middle Harbour Yacht Club

The splendour of One Design yacht racing will be on display when local and international competitors compete in the Sydney 38 One Design Internations Cup. Some of the most highly skilled sailors will take to the starting line for this inaugural challenge which is expected to attract a fleet of more than 40 yachts.
Additional Information: Please call 02 9969 1244 or visit www.sydney38classassociation.com
Proudly presented by: Middle Harbour Yacht Club

NORTH FORT GUIDED TOUR

Time: 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm
Cost: $11 adult, $5 child, $8 concession, $25 family
Location: Corner North Fort Rd and North Head Scenic Dr, Manly

A visit to North Fort is packed with defence artefacts and stories from colonial days to WWII. See its historic fortifications, the National Artillery Museum with its artillery weapons and a fascinating display on the WWII Japanese submarine attack.
Additional Information: Please call 02 9976 6102 (Tuesday – Friday: 9.00am – 5.00pm). Tickets will be available from North Fort Café.
Proudly presented by: Army History Unit / The Royal Australian Artillery History Company.

THE CLASSIC FERRY & WORKBOAT CHALLENGE

Time: 12.30pm – 2.00pm
Cost: $10 adult, $5 child for onboard tickets, FREE for spectators
Location: Australian National Maritime Museum, with best views from Millers Point, Walsh Bay Wharves, Kirribilli, Fort Denison and Goat Island

Watch 40 classic ferries and workboats battle it out on Sydney Harbour. The race starts outside the Maritime Museum and, travels under the Harbour Bridge, around Fort Denison and back to Cockle Bay. Travel on board, charter your own ferry or watch the action from the foreshore.
Bookings essential: Please call 02 9298 3655.
Additional information: Board vessels at Darling Harbour, near Australian National Maritime Museum.
Proudly presented by: Australian National Maritime Museum.

PRO DIVE SYDNEY HARBOUR PLEASURE DIVES
(FOR CERTIFIED DIVERS)

Time: Pick up from Rose Bay Ferry Wharf at 1.00pm and Manly Yacht Club at 1.15pm
Cost: $99 per person with own equipment or $149 per person with Pro Dive equipment
Location: North Head

Explore Sydney Harbour from a different angle – underwater! Enjoy a double boat dive from the most luxurious dive boat in Sydney, in the best harbour in the world.
Bookings essential: Please call 1800 820 820 or visit www.prodive.com
Proudly presented by: Pro Dive.

NORTH SYDNEY CUP

Time: 1.00pm
Cost: Yacht entry is $40, FREE for spectators
Location: Blues Point, North Sydney

Competing yachts will sail within the harbour in this one-day regatta for yachts of all sizes and members of all clubs are invited to compete. The race starts off Kirribilli and finishes at Blues Point and includes individual and inter-club competitions. 
The best vantage points for spectators are: Kurraba Point for the start and Blues Point from approximately 3.00pm for the finish and Bradley's Head.
A presentation function will be held afterwards at the Sydney Flying Squadron, MacDougall Street, Kirribilli.
Bookings essential: Please call 02 9929 6179 or email: sydneyevents@smartchat.net.au.
Additional information: Participants need to arrive at their allocated yacht by 11.30am. Wear neat casual clothes and soft, white-soled shoes.
Proudly presented by: Sydney Events Management Company.

HARBOUR ROCKPOOL DISCOVERY TOUR - NIELSEN PARK

Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Bottle & Glass Rocks at Nielsen Park, Vaucluse

Discover the fascinating marine creatures of the harbour rockpools. A fun activity that will give you a greater appreciation of our harbour and the creatures that live in it!
Bookings essential: Please call 02 9300 0974 or email bookings@marinediscovery.org.au
Additional information: You'll need sturdy shoes that you do not mind getting wet. Don't forget your hat and sunscreen.
Proudly presented by: Woollahra Council / Marine Discovery Centre.

Disclaimer: Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority is the coordinator of the 2006 Sydney Harbour Week. Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority is not, however, responsible for organising individual events that take place under the 2006 Sydney Harbour Week banner, and it makes no representations or warranties.

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