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30 things to do in New South Wales

Flying Duck Orchid
Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them

Mountain Pygmy Possum
A rare kind of possum once considered an extinct species is now found in a decent population of some 2600 individuals, yet only within 10 km radius of Australia's highlands

Climbing Mount Kosciuszko
Australia's top summit might be called the smallest largest mountain in the world, four times less than Everest

Scenic World Blue Mountains
Have a great time in one of the most fabulous tourist attractions of New South Wales

Parkes Elvis Festival
Experience one of the most significant tributes to Elvis in the world

Whale Watching in NSW
Witness northern or southern migration of these majestic mammals from land or boat

Sydney New Year's Fireworks
About one million people crowd to vantage points around the harbor for this dazzling pyrotechnics display

Sydney Rock Oyster
Are you ready to taste these fancy little bivalves with a glass of Champagne?

Pumpkin Season
Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788

Capsicum
This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal

Asparagus
In most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much

Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)
These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them

Sydney Film Festival
Tune yourself to be the first in Australia to see the most brilliant and inspiring premiers

Electric Gardens Festival
Electronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth

Byron Bay Bluesfest
One of the leading contemporary blues and roots music festivals in Australia

Easter
Easter Bilbies, shows, and festivals—there's something extraordinary about Easter celebrations in Australia

Halloween in Sydney
Get into the holiday spirit with magical cruises, houses of horrors, and a zombie walk

Sydney Mardi Gras
Celebrate queer culture at the jaw-dropping parade

Winter Magic Festival
Celebrate winter solstice in the beautiful Blue Mountains

Chinese New Year in Sydney
Celebrate the Year of the Ox with traditional food, fireworks, and festivities around the city

Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival
Hanami season occurs at Auburn Botanic Gardens every August

Vivid Sydney
An award-winning light festival and the best tourist event in Sydney