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Sydney hold on for Roar draw
A touch of class from Alex Brosque ensures Sydney FC grab a point from their A-League clash with Brisbane Roar.

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Sydney FC wield the axe
Sydney FC coach Vitezslav Lavicka will wield the axe with Stuart Musialik and Liam Reddy on the chopping block.

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Sydney FC recruits rubbished
Former Socceroo Alvin Ceccoli says Sydney FC are paying the ultimate price for poor recruiting and a lack of leadership.

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Muscat says no love lost with Sydney
Victory captain Kevin Muscat says the Melbourne derby is a spectacle but a game against Sydney FC, now that’s a rivalry.

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Sydney FC, Melbourne in 3-3 draw
A stunning free kick by substitute Shannon Cole salvaged Sydney FC a point in an amazing 3-3 draw with Melbourne Victory in their A-League opener.

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Ryall ready to step into key role for Sydney FC
A-League Melbourne Heart Rangers Seb Ryall is ready to step into a key defensive role at the club following the departure of one man in particular. The 21-year old has his eyes firmly on the central defensive vacancy left by Simon Colosimo who joined new A-League club Melbourne Heart during the off-season. Ryall, who has overcome some tough times recently having charges against him dropped for …

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Sydney super chefs fly
IT MIGHT not be the best time to go out for a super-special dinner in Sydney, with our top chefs flying south to Melbourne.

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Sydney: the stunning city on water

Sydney has so much to offer from the breathtaking Blue Mountains to popular hang out Bondi Beach. Sydney city centre is cosmopolitan and has many attractions including the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. This is one of the most attractive cities in the world.

Transport: how to get there and around:

There are direct flights to Sydney from many international destinations. Sydney airport is serviced by 40 airlines including British Airways, Qantas and Virgin.

Once in the city you can enjoy getting around on the easy to navigate bus and rail system. If you prefer to drive, it is cost effective to hire a car, the roads are clearly signed.

Weather: the seasons of Sydney

The climate in Sydney is mild throughout the year. The seasons are: Summer December to February, Autumn March to May, Winter June to August and Spring March to May.

The seasons are opposite to the northern hemisphere making Sydney a great get away from the cold weather.

Accommodation: Luxury to budget stays

The internet can offer some of the best information on the cost, range and location of hotels in Sydney.

Attractions & Events: best attractions in Sydney

• The Annual Road Bash from the Variety Club starts on the 5 August 2007 from Garden Island.

• Lyric Theatre at Darling Harbour is showing the iconic Musical Priscilla the Queen of the Desert

• Winter season begins at The Sydney Opera House see www.sydneyoperahouse.com for more information.

• For equestrian lovers, there is an amazing show at the Horseworld Stadium every weekend called El Caballo Blanco, with choreographed horses.

Melbourne: city of culture and lifestyle

Melbourne is the city for living, it has fabulous art galleries, shopping, bars, restaurants, live entertainment and plenty of culture. World famous sporting events are held here – The Melbourne Cup horse race and the Grand Prix.

Melbourne has an international airport which serves direct flights from many major cities. Navigating the city is straight forward with a choice of rental car, bus and taxi. There is also a tram network which is an attraction in itself.

There is wide range of hotels in Melbourne to choose from, all budgets are catered for. A useful information point for accommodation and attractions is the Travellers Information Desk in the arrivals lounge at International Airport.

Melbourne is a great place to explore, the city is set on River Yarra and is only a few hours drive away from Victorian Alps visited in winter for skiing.

Brisbane: beautiful, tropical climate

Brisbane is relaxed and friendly and a wonderful place to visit all year round due to fantastic weather. The summers are long and hot and the winters mild, perfect climate to enjoy some of the best beaches in Australia and the world.

Getting to Brisbane is easy with the domestic and international airport. The city and airport are accessible by train, shuttle bus and taxi. Another city nestled on a river, you can take a relaxing trip on the Brisbane River ferry to tour the sights.

You can find plenty of accommodation within Brisbane and surrounding areas. hotels in Brisbane cater for all tastes and budgets. From the North to the South of Brisbane there is a stretch of beautiful coastline attracting plenty of holiday makers. As well as the beach, there are small islands for visitors to explore.

For a fun filled day out be sure to hop on a shuttle bus to one of the cities famous theme parks. Brisbane is proud to give you Steve Irwin’s Zoo, Dreamworld, Seaworld, Movieworld, Wet ‘n’ Wild and much more.

Sydney injecting room ‘a good example’
Sydney’s Kings Cross injecting room has been used as a positive example in a report exploring a similar program for Melbourne.

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Adelaide tops cities survey, Sydney last
An audit of capital cities’ planning and functionality, commissioned by property groups, has ranked Adelaide first and Sydney last.

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How to stop Melbourne from overtaking Sydney
DEVELOPERS have come up with their own wish list of planning reforms to kickstart a recovery in the housing industry.

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Melbourne agains Sydney after 120 mins of play amazing shootout for the cup!!!!

An unbelievable documentary exhibiting the account of a UFO seen on December 25th 2006 in Melbourne, Australia. Hundreds of witnesses viewed the craft demonstrating various unexplainable flight characteristics in the night sky. This short documentary has some great testimonials containing interesting stories by very credible observers, if you ask me. Please comment on and subscribe to my channel! .Peac3.

AAMI to relocate to Sydney
Head office move from Melbourne sees 40 managers sacked, report says. 8 Apr 2010 6:23 AM

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The Strokes To Play Sydney and Melbourne
The Strokes will be in Australia for two shows in July. The band featuring Julian Casablancas, Albert Hammond Jr, Fabrizio Moretti and Nikiolai Fraiture have been recording a new album in New York.

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Sydney aiming to steal Melbourne’s GP
Sydney is reported looking to steal the Australian GP away from Melbourne, even offering to turn the event into a night race…

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A-League Grand Final Preview: Melbourne Victory – Sydney FC
Intercity bragging rights and the fifth A-League title are both on the line as Melbourne Victory host the A-League Grand Final at Etihad Stadium on Saturday evening, where Premiers’ Plate winners Sydney FC will be their challengers.

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LIVE BLOG NOW:  Melbourne Victory v Sydney FC grand final
JOIN Leader as Melbourne Victory takes on Sydney FC tonight in its chase for back-to-back A-League premierships.

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LIVE BLOG 6.45pm: Melbourne Victory v Sydney FC grand final
LEADER will be pitchside as Melbourne Victory takes on Sydney FC tonight in its chase for back-to-back A-League premierships.

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