To view more events please select a date from the calendar on the left. To view all events click here. Sunday 8 March

AUDI SYDNEY HARBOUR REGATTA - FREE

A sailing spectacular on Sydney Harbour involving the participation of all Sydney Clubs. Sydney is synonymous with sailing and until now has not showcased the excitement of sailing in an event of this proportion.

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8 and Monday 9 March
Time: All day
Cost: FREE
Location: Numerous vantage points around the harbour foreshore and a selection of on-water viewing craft.

Additional information:
W www.sydneyharbourregatta.com

Proudly presented by Middle Harbour Yacht Club and principal partners Audi Australia

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COAST TO HARBOUR GUIDED BUSH WALK - FREE

Explore the beautiful, rugged and historical coastal cliff and harbour landscape of Vaucluse and Watsons Bay on a guided bushwalk from Christison Park to Gap Park.

Date: Sunday 8 March
Time: 9am – 11am
Cost: FREE
Location: Christison Park, Old South Head Road, Vaucluse (meet at the Grandstand)

Additional information:
T (02) 9391 7077
W www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Proudly presented by Woollahra Council

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OPEN DAY AT THE FORMER MARINE BIOLOGICAL STATION – FREE

Join us for this rare opportunity to learn about the charming colonial cottage at Camp Cove built in 1881 for Russian scientist, Nikolai Miklouho-Maclay and the site of the first scientific studies of Sydney's marine environment. The fully-restored private home, which is only open a few times a year, has a beautiful vantage point.

Date: Sunday 8 March
Time: 11am – 3pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Park, Pacific Street, Watsons Bay (no parking on-site)

Additional information:
T (02) 8969 2100
W www.harbourtrust.gov.au

Proudly presented by Sydney Harbour Federation Trust

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WOODEN BOAT RAFT UP – FREE

The Wooden Boat Association is organising a festival of classic and historic wooden boats at Cockle Bay Marina. These pleasure, and working, boats of every type have been a feature of Sydney Harbour for many decades—some are more than 120-years-old. The boats will be assembled at the marina to provide the public with the rare chance to see them at close quarters in one convenient location.

Date: Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 March
Time: 9am – 5pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Cockle Bay Marina

Additional information:
W www.wbansw.org.au

Proudly presented by Wooden Boat Association of NSW

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COME EXPLORE CHOWDER BAY – CERTIFIED DIVERS

Chowder Bay is home to some rare and wonderful marine creatures such as angler fish, sea horses, pipe fish and decorated crabs to name a few. Enjoy it with our experienced guides.

Date: Sunday 8 and Sunday 15 March
Time: 8.30am
Cost: $75 including equipment hire
Location: Plunge Diving, Chowder Bay, Mosman

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9969 5733
W www.plungediving.com.au

Proudly presented by Plunge Diving

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DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING

Take the plunge with this introduction to scuba diving in one of Sydney Harbour’s amazing Aquatic Reserves. Your first taste of breathing underwater will reveal a world of aquatic wildlife prospering in the safety of Manly Cove Reserve, with some surprising and awesome guests!

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8, Saturday 14, and Sunday 15 March
Time: 10am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm, 4pm
Cost: $65 per person
Location: Manly Cove, ocean netted pool, West Esplanade Manly (meet at beach between Manly Wharf and Oceanworld). A location map will be provided with your booking voucher.

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9977 5966
W www.prodivesydneymanly.com/discoverscuba

Proudly presented by PRO DIVE

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FORT DENISON HERITAGE TOUR

Join a 30-minute tour of Australia’s only Martello Tower with a NSW National Parks and Wild Life Service guide. Explore 150 years of history and enjoy a magnificent 360-degree view of Sydney and its harbour. Fort Denison restaurant and cafe will offer a special for visitors during Sydney Harbour Week.

Date: Sunday 7 - Sunday 15 March
Time: 10am – 3.45pm
Cost: $27 adult, $22 concession, $17 child
Location: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour National Park. Meet at Cadman’s Cottage, The Rocks 15 minutes prior to ferry departure.

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9247 5033

Proudly presented by National Parks and Wildlife Service

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GUIDED SNORKEL TO SEE SEAHORSES AND SYDNEY'S UNDERWATER LIFE

You begin your adventure with a briefing on what marine life can be found in Sydney Harbour and then go in search of our resident sea horses, octopus, rays, etc. with our experienced instructors.

Date: Sunday 8 and Sunday 15 March
Time: 10.30am
Cost: $45 includes equipment
Location: Chowder Bay, Mosman

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9969 5733
W www.plungediving.com.au

Proudly presented by Plunge Diving

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GUIDED SNORKEL TOUR AT FAIRLIGHT BEACH

Explore Fairlight Bay with a mask and fins and discover many of the fascinating marine creatures, including rays, octopuses and blue groupers, which flourish in the safety of Sydney Harbour. It’s not just a working harbour, it’s a recreational one too! If you can’t get below the surface, let us show you what’s there.

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March
Time: 10am, 11am, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
Cost: $35 per person
Location: Fairlight Beach, The Esplanade Park, off Fairlight Crescent, North Harbour (Meet at Fairlight Pool, east end of beach). A location map will be provided with your booking voucher.

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9977 5966
W www.prodivesydneymanly.com/snorkel

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NORTH FORT GUIDED TOUR

Discover North Fort’s World War 2, 9.2-inch gun emplacements, underground tunnels and the National Artillery Museum. View a feature display of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour; enjoy unsurpassed views of the harbour from the North Fort Cafe and stroll along Australia's Memorial Walk which honours those who have served in the defence of Australia in peace and war.

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8, Wednesday 11, Saturday 14, and Sunday 15 March
Time: 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm and 2pm
Cost: Tickets available from the cafe: $11 adult, $5 child, $8 concession, $25 family (2 adults, 2 children)
Location: Corner North Fort Road and North Head Scenic Drive, Manly

Additional information and group bookings:
T (02) 9976 6102
W www.northfort.org.au

Proudly presented by the Army History Unit, The Royal Australia Artillery Historical Company

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PRO DIVE SYDNEY HARBOUR PLEASURE DIVES – CERTIFIED DIVERS

Explore Sydney Harbour from a different angle—underwater! Enjoy a double dive from the most luxurious dive boat in Sydney. Come and enjoy the best water clarity in more than 100 years and discover the ever increasing diversity of marine life that the harbour sustains.

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8, Monday 9, Friday 13, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March
Time: Morning departures: 7.45am Rose Bay Ferry Wharf, 8am Manly Yacht Club jetty. Afternoon departures: 12.45pm Rose Bay Ferry Wharf, 1pm Manly Yacht Club jetty.
Cost: $109 per person with own scuba equipment or $159 with PRO DIVE equipment (tank and weight supplied free of charge)

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9977 5966
W www.prodivesydneymanly.com/SealifeV/SydneyBoatDive

Proudly presented by PRO DIVE

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SHIPWRECKS TOUR OF SOUTH HEAD

A shipwreck tour provides the opportunity of learning about the hardship and difficulties of sailing to Australia during the 1800s including the fate of some of the victims, the history behind the Hornby Lighthouse, the layers of military development of South Head and the colourful history of Watsons Bay. Walking distance 4km.

Date: Sunday 8 March
Time: 10.30am – 12 noon
Cost: $13.20 adults, $9.90 child, $36.90 family
Location: Meet at the sandstone pillars (diagonally across from the bus terminal), below The Gap at the entrance gate to Gap Bluff Conference Centre.

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9247 5033
W www.environment.nsw.gov.au

Proudly presented by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

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TRY ELECTRIC BOATING

Quiet. Zero emissions. Stylish. The green alternative in boating.

Eco Boats Australia offers luxury electric boats for hire on beautiful Middle Harbour. Pack a picnic and glide down the waterways in complete silence and comfort. Come and try these new eco-friendly boats for a reduced tariff during Sydney Harbour Week. Drive yourself—no license required!

Date: Saturday 7 to Sunday 15 March
Time: 9am – 6pm
Cost: $180 per boat for up to 3 hours (seating up to 8 persons)
Location: Middle Harbour: departures from Northbridge Marina, Widgiewa Road, Northbridge

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9929 8834
W www.ecoboats.com.au

Proudly presented by Eco Boats Australia

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Disclaimer: Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority is the coordinator of the 2009 Sydney Harbour Week. Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority is not, however, responsible for organising individual events that take place under the 2009 Sydney Harbour Week banner, and it makes no representations or warranties.