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30 things to do in New South Wales
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Flying Duck Orchid
Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them
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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
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Climbing Mount Kosciuszko
Australia's top summit might be called the smallest largest mountain in the world, four times less than Everest
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Scenic World Blue Mountains
Have a great time in one of the most fabulous tourist attractions of New South Wales
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Parkes Elvis Festival
Experience one of the most significant tributes to Elvis in the world
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Whale Watching in NSW
Witness northern or southern migration of these majestic mammals from land or boat
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Sydney New Year's Fireworks
About one million people crowd to vantage points around the harbor for this dazzling pyrotechnics display
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Sydney Rock Oyster
Are you ready to taste these fancy little bivalves with a glass of Champagne?
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Pumpkin Season
Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788
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Capsicum
This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal
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Asparagus
In most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much
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Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)
These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them
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Sydney Film Festival
Tune yourself to be the first in Australia to see the most brilliant and inspiring premiers
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Electric Gardens Festival
Electronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth
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Byron Bay Bluesfest
One of the leading contemporary blues and roots music festivals in Australia
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Easter
Easter Bilbies, shows, and festivals—there's something extraordinary about Easter celebrations in Australia
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Halloween in Sydney
Get into the holiday spirit with magical cruises, houses of horrors, and a zombie walk
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Sydney Mardi Gras
Celebrate queer culture at the jaw-dropping parade
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Winter Magic Festival
Celebrate winter solstice in the beautiful Blue Mountains
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Chinese New Year in Sydney
Celebrate the Year of the Ox with traditional food, fireworks, and festivities around the city
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Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival
Hanami season occurs at Auburn Botanic Gardens every August
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Vivid Sydney
An award-winning light festival and the best tourist event in Sydney