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    We subconsciously link terms such as ‘pristine’ to our imaginings of Australia’s world famous coast and deny – or are simply oblivious to – the devastating reality of our own poor waste disposal procedures. What I'd hoped to capture was not the crystal seas and golden sands that we depart to when we daydream, but the actuality of its true, current state. The Kurnell Oil Refinery provides a backdrop against La Perouse, a popular family beach which also harbours local native bird species such as gulls, herons and pelicans of whose typical diet derives from the sea. Not only does the refinery release a range of pollutants into the air including Sulphur Dioxide, but it also releases waste to ocean drains in the surrounding waters. In heavy rain, oily substances can be seen flowing into Botany Bay, creating a temporary ‘slick’ on the surface. by: zoeaarcher Views[1406] I am often bewildered by the things that can be found having been flushed out of the drains from the gutters of streets surrounding. In a troubling way their assortment can sometimes create a colourful, abstract sight of which is, perhaps, part of the reason we subconsciously turn our heads to the concern at hand. I barely turn an eye towards the fragments of glass that have been weathered by the sea for so long that they, as the waste seen here, eventually become a part of the natural landscape. In the near future will our children be building castles of sand or of our generation’s garbage? by: zoeaarcher Views[649] As I gaze out along the entire surface of the sea where the waves crash in on the shore, countless plastic bottles, cans and other trash create a black sludge-like body of debris that churns and toils in the chaos caused by a large storm. by: zoeaarcher Views[649] A Silver Gull fruitlessly paces the shoreline in search of something edible, finding nothing but cigarette butts, weathered segments of Styrofoam packaging and whatever other plastic and processed remnants of garbage are flushed out of the storm water drains into the sea. Each piece of which it first tastes before determining, hopefully, that it will not be able to and should not attempt to digest. I fear greatly for those organisms who are unable to differentiate between what should and should not be eaten, or those whose hunger has precedence over their decision making. by: zoeaarcher Views[743]
     
    Sydney Harbour Bridge by: angieallover Views[548] Sydney Bridge Climb... Victorious! by: angieallover Views[519] What I learned from that day's paper: casino is big business in Sydney, even built a light rail station just for its casino that caters to Chinese gamblers. by: pmok Views[613] A woman is strolling by the harbor near the Sydney Opera House in Sydney, Australia. by: misstravelgirl Views[512] Two Italian Men are relaxing at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney, Australia. by: misstravelgirl Views[962]
     
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    ONE FLU OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST (1)

    AUSTRALIA | Tue, 4 Aug 2020 | By countryboy | Views [326] | Comments [3]

    I feel like an Airfix model that somebody started in 1972, forgot about, and rediscovered in the attic when they had to sell the house they’d inherited because they’d decided to downsize and move to Mudgee. All the parts are actually there ... Read more >

    Tags: blog, corona, covid, joural, lockdown, sydney

    TAKE MY BREATH AWAY: Venezia and Sydney edition

    CHILE | Sat, 23 Sep 2017 | By nortina | Views [719] | Comments [4] | Video

    Nunca olvidaré dos momentos de mi vida que cuando los recuerdo aún me generan endorfinas y se me agita el cucharón, luego de tantos años. De hecho, a veces pienso que fueron un sueño porque cuando el tiempo pasa siento ... Read more >

    Tags: sydney, venecia

    Photos: Kangourou et Kiwi

    NEW ZEALAND | Sat, 28 May 2016 | By finally | Photo Gallery

    Australie et Nouvelle-Zélande SYDNEY Nous sommes allés à Sydney pour rendre visite à une amie Carole, son fiancé Dom et leur petite fille de 7 mois Mila. La dernière fois que nous les avions vus était à Montreal il y a environ 8 ans donc c'était l'occasion ... Read more >
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    Tags: australie, camper van, christchurch, montagnes, nouvelle-zélande, sydney

    While in Sydney

    AUSTRALIA | Sun, 1 May 2016 | By isaac | Views [502]

    I’ve been addicted to travel since my teens. Like most travellers, I got the backpacking itch and found Australia calling my name. Last year, after saving hard to fund the trip, I took the longest flight of my life and set off on my six-week ... Read more >

    Tags: australia, backpacking, sydney

    Scared of heights? Unfit? Don’t like ladders? What would you do in Sydney?

    AUSTRALIA | Sun, 17 May 2015 | By goannasnake | Views [528]

    Climb the Harbour Bridge, of course. At least, that’s what I did. The weather was absolutely awful – cold and very wet. What would you expect in the middle of winter? Well, it could have been fine, but it wasn’t. Everyone else thought ... Read more >

    Tags: bridge climb, fear, sydney

    First Week - Bit of a Mess

    AUSTRALIA | Fri, 20 Feb 2015 | By emilyw | Views [409]

    I've been sitting here listening to the Beatles on my iPod and I've suddenly had the urge to start writing out what's happened to me in the last week. I've been stuck here in Sydney for about five days now, despite the fact that I should be halfway up ... Read more >

    Tags: car, crash, greyhound, hire, sydney

    Sunbathing in Brisbane

    USA | Wed, 24 Dec 2014 | By aamato20 | Views [721]

    The morning after the siege was gloomy, literally and figuratively. There were police everywhere and a part of the city shut off from cars and foot traffic. So I walked over to Darling Harbor and then up to Circular Quay and grabbed a ferry to Toranga ... Read more >

    Tags: australia, beaches, brisbane, jellyfish, sydney

    Sightseeing in Sydney

    USA | Mon, 15 Dec 2014 | By aamato20 | Views [602]

    If I lived in Australia, I would move to Melbourne, but if I were to visit again, I would come back to Sydney. There's so much to see and do here that it's sometimes overwhelming. I ended up getting into the kayaking group. I had to wake up at 6 and ... Read more >

    Tags: australia, blue mountains, kayaking, sydney

    Initial thoughts on Sydney

    USA | Mon, 15 Dec 2014 | By aamato20 | Views [610]

    The drive from Sydney was interesting. I got lost. A lot. What should have been a 3 hour drive turned into about. 4.75 hour drive to drop my car off. I was hoping to go to a market before giving my car back, but alas the market gods were not in my favor.... Read more >

    Tags: australia, sydney, travel

    Airport Adventures

    USA | Sun, 30 Nov 2014 | By aamato20 | Views [590] | Comments [1]

    I'm in my third airport in 24 hours and will shortly begin my journey to number four. I've been on vacation a little over a day now and all I've seen are airports; although the Sydney airport is quite nice and has free wifi, score! It hasn't been the ... Read more >

    Tags: auckland, australia, new zealand, sydney

    What Did Different Cities Teach Me

    AUSTRALIA | Tue, 4 Nov 2014 | By margaretsw | Views [733] | Comments [1]

    I just love my childhood. I was born in Perth, Australia, but because of the nature of my father's job we didn't stick there much. To be honest, I don't even remember the place. Some might think that moving around a lot is not good for you, and while ... Read more >

    Tags: australia, childhood travel, italy, new york, on the road, sydney, travel, travel stories, world tour

    Australia - Day 5-1

    AUSTRALIA | Sat, 25 Oct 2014 | By changstein | Views [333]

    Bondi beach really is as fantastic as people say. We spent hours just lying on the grass enjoying the view.

    Tags: australia, sydney

    Australia - Day 5

    AUSTRALIA | Sat, 25 Oct 2014 | By changstein | Views [330]

    I'm not proud to admit how much we were willing to pay to get real poutine and a proper Caesar.

    Tags: australia, sydney

    Australia - Day 4-1

    AUSTRALIA | Thu, 23 Oct 2014 | By changstein | Views [324]

    Fresh oysters by right next to Sydney harbour.

    Tags: australia, sydney

    Australia - Day 4

    AUSTRALIA | Thu, 23 Oct 2014 | By changstein | Views [364]

    First day in Sydney, went for a walk around the harbour to enjoy the incredible view of the Sydney bridge and the opera house.

    Tags: australia, sydney

    Seeing Sydney like a Local

    AUSTRALIA | Sat, 21 Jun 2014 | By sarahlizweaver | Views [463]

      Once again we are sitting in an airport, getting ready for the next leg of our adventure. This time we’re at Sydney airport after spending 5 lovely days in this city of neighborhoods. Our time in Sydney ended up being more relaxed than ... Read more >

    Tags: byron bay, family, harbor bridge, ocean, opera house, sydney

    Aussie Aussie Aussie!

    AUSTRALIA | Wed, 28 May 2014 | By sarahlizweaver | Views [637] | Comments [1]

    In just over a week, I will be boarding a plane for the long flight to Melbourne, Australia. Just how long is the flight? With the time difference and length of the flight, I leave Thursday and arrive on Saturday! I am so excited for this month-long ... Read more >

    Tags: adventure, australia, beach, byron bay, friends, melbourne, memories, planning, surfing, sydney

    Sightseeing In Sydney

    AUSTRALIA | Sun, 27 Apr 2014 | By olliegoldson | Views [1816]

    As a city, Sydney is one of the best that I have visited. Not as hectic as London or as laid back as Budapest but with enough energy and things happening there was always some place to be, a view to look at and a bar to visit. Luckily I know a few people ... Read more >

    Tags: australia, sightseeing, sydney, sydney harbour bridge, sydney opera house

    So Far..

    AUSTRALIA | Wed, 23 Apr 2014 | By alistairkeir | Views [456]

    I have now been in Sydney for a month, time has just flown by. I am here for 2 more months. Lots to do in and around the city still. Will be getting Internet in the next few weeks so their will be lots of pictures to come. So I finished of at  UltimateOz ... Read more >

    Tags: lifestyle, sydney

    The Beginning

    AUSTRALIA | Sat, 12 Oct 2013 | By laurenvickery91 | Views [547]

    It was around a year or so ago that I decided I wanted to go travelling. Or rather, it was around a year ago that I decided I was going to actually make it happen. For years I had dreams of travelling, of seeing the world and experiencing different cultures.... Read more >

    Tags: airport, australia, experience, friends, google, internet, life, ozintro, solo traveller, sydney

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