This walking tour in October will explore the inner-city suburb of Chippendale where Sydney is undergoing the most dramatic of changes. It is also the place where sharp oppositions are playing out between city and state, memory and newness, money and politics, inspiration and pragmatism; opening up conversations big and small. Our route will be […]
Our walk this month will follow the beautiful Bondi coastline, via Bondi and on to Bronte, Clovelly, Coogee and finally South Coogee. You will be able to take in as we go, the saltwater pools and the magnificent surf crashing upon the rocks. As an additional bonus we will be able to view the amazing […]
This month we will have to pleasure of seeing Harold Pinter’s ‘The Caretaker’. Many of us will have studied this play at secondary school – or even taught it! It’s a literary masterpiece that delves into the turbulent relationships between a homeless man and two polar opposite brothers. In this extraordinarily mischievous comedy, Pinter cranks […]
Wildlife & Waterfalls – Be prepared to share your favourite trip where the highlight was the wildlife or the scenery. There will also be time for you to raise a travel question. Please submit this with your RSVP so that we can circulate to the group prior to the meeting to enable participants to prepare. […]
We are returning to the popular Spanish restaurant Encasa on Pitt Street. We will start with several tapas such as Garlic Prawns, Spanish Potato Omelette, Mixed Salad Spanish Style…and end with a Seafood Paella or Chicken and Chorizo Paella. The meal will be served with a glass of Sangria. This is the last lunch of […]
NB: All attendees must be fully vaccinated against Covid and have submitted certificates to SWIC. If you fancy delicious food, great coffee and interesting company, join us once a month to explore Sydney’s vibrant café scene whilst making new friends. DATE: Sunday 6 November 2022 TIME: 10.00am – 11.45am VENUE: Loulou Bistro, 61 Lavender St, […]
As this is the final International Morning Tea for 2022, it is appropriate to have an Australian one. So come along and enjoy lamingtons and other delights that make Australia unique as your home or adopted country. DATE: Tuesday 8 November 2022 TIME: 10.00am – 12.00pm VENUE: Home of Carolyn Shrimpton, 20 Richmond Avenue, Cremorne, […]
The eastern suburbs Golf group plays at Woollahra on Wednesday mornings. Tee-off is at 8.15am. The Convenor is Liz McCarthy and her contacts details are 0414 408 615 or [email protected]
October and November in Sydney are renowned for their beautiful Jacaranda displays, and we will be taking the opportunity to explore the best Jacaranda viewing spots. Leaving from Circular Quay, our first stop will be First Fleet Park in The Rocks, from where we will cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge heading to McDougall Street in […]
The eastern suburbs Tennis Group plays doubles every Thursday morning from 10.00-11.30am at Cooper Park, Double Bay – except during school holidays. We usually have two courts reserved for us. We are a relaxed and friendly group, but you need to know the basics and have played tennis before. If you’d like to join us, […]