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PROGRAM GUIDE 2016

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EXPANDING AND DIVERSIFYING! VIVID MUSIC ONCE AGAIN PUSHES ALL PARAMETERS IN THE SONIC ENVIRONMENT.

DOUBLE THE VENUES AND EVENTS, SHOWCASING THE EXTRAORDINARY TALENTS OF THE LIKES OF TEX PERKINS, BJÖRK, BAG RAIDERS, HARD ONS, SYDNEY UNI’S WIND ORCHESTRA, KUCKA, ZHU, DON WALKER, ANOHNI, URTHBOY, MACHINATIONS, NEW ORDER, MULATU ASTATKE, RAINBOW CHAN AND THE MODELS.

VIVID LIVE AT THE SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE

VIVID SYDNEY AT CARRIAGEWORKS

VIVID LOUNGE AT THE MCA

SYDNEY CONSERVATORIUM OF MUSIC JOINS VIVID

WELCOME TO KINGS CROSS

SYDNEY'S VENUES COME ALIVE

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The influential 82-year-old saxophonist from classic ensembles with Miles Davis, Weather Report, and Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, 10-time Grammy Award-winner Wayne Shorter will draw Vivid LIVE to a euphoric close with his signature, improvised solos and a life’s work of classic compositions. A living and breathing bloodline between the golden age of jazz standards, the cosmic ‘70s and fusion staples, Shorter has also featured on 10 albums from folk legend Joni Mitchell as well as Steely Dan’s definitive Aja. The Lifetime Achievement-winner has drawn critical acclaim with

WAYNE SHORTER QUARTET‘ONE OF THE MOST SIGNIFICANT COMPOSERS AND INDIVIDUAL SAXOPHONISTS IN JAZZ’ – THE NEW YORK TIMES

When: 13 JuneTickets: from $79*To book tickets go to sydneyoperahouse.com/vividlive

his decade-long collaboration that is the Wayne Shorter Quartet; his first permanent acoustic ensemble featuring pianist Danilo Perez, bassist John Patitucci, and Brian Blade on drums. Investigating his trademark works with the same exploratory spirit with which he made his name, one of the most charismatic figures in the history of jazz returns for his first performance in Sydney in six years.

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*Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection. Transaction fee of $5 - $8.50 applies to all bookings (excluding Insiders). Children under 15 years must be accompanied at all times. The authorised ticket sellers for this Event are Sydney Opera House and Ticketmaster (excluding Ticketmaster Resale). Please be aware that the Sydney Opera House has no obligation to honour tickets purchased via unauthorised re-sellers. If you attend the Event with a ticket purchased via an unauthorised re-seller such as Ticketmaster Resale, Viagogo, Ticketbis, eBay, Gumtree, Tickets Australia or otherwise, you may be refused entry to the Event.

ESPERANZA SPALDING PRESENTS:

Making her Australian debut a decade into her career, the multiple Grammy-winning jazz prodigy stages an ambitious art-pop performance rekindling her childhood interest in theatre, poetry and movement and delving into a broader concept of performance. Originally conceived the day before her birthday, during a ‘sleepless night of full moon inspiration’, Emily’s D+Evolution will feature all new material which Esperanza says ‘unfolds as live musical vignettes.’

‘THE BEST THING TO HAPPEN TO JAZZ SINCE WYNTON MARSALIS’ – VILLAGE VOICE

EMILY’S D+EVOLUTION

A voracious and magnetic performer, Spalding is attentively studious towards what the process of playing live presents to the structure of a song – whether sharing a stage with her own revolving ensembles or playing with Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder, Janelle Monae or Prince. Emily’s D+Evolution is a fresh artistic vision – a daring tapestry of music, vibrant imagery, performance art and stage design.

When: 4 JuneTickets: from $39*To book tickets go to sydneyoperahouse.com/vividlive

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C A R R I A G E W O R K S A N D V I V I D S Y D N E Y P R E S E N T

You’re invited to explore Björk Digital, the premiere of a new virtual reality project at Carriageworks.

Image: Inez and Vinoodh

BJÖRK DIGITAL“WE HAVE MADE SEVEN 360 VIDEOS FOR VULNICURA AND I AM ENTHUSIASTIC ABOUT THIS NATURAL CONTINUITY OF THE MUSIC VIDEO: THE INTIMACY, TOTAL MERGE OF SURROUND SOUND AND VISION MAKES VR AN IDEAL HOME!” - BJÖRK

When: 4–18 JuneWhere: 245 Wilson Street, EveleighTickets: FREE - Bookings EssentialTo book tickets go to carriageworks.com.au

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CURVE BALL

C A R R I A G E W O R K S A N D V I V I D S Y D N E Y P R E S E N T

The team responsible for Field Day, Harbourlife and Parklife are joining forces with Carriageworks and Vivid Sydney for Curve Ball. Featuring an extraordinary line-up including Zhu, Cosmo’s Midnight, Basenji, Joy., Nicole Millar, Elk Road, Cleopold, Yuma X, and more, Curve Ball brings together live music and art across two stages for the ultimate festival at Carriageworks.

When: 11 JuneWhere: 245 Wilson Street, EveleighTickets: $79* Terms and conditions apply

To book tickets go to curveball.sydney

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When: Friday, Saturday & Sundays from 6pm til 11pm during VIVID Sydney

Where: Harbourside Room, Museum of Contemporary Art, 140 George Street, The Rocks

Connect with friends and colleagues in the Vivid Lounge to enjoy free live music and the best views in town.

HIGHLIGHTS

PAUL GRAY & FRIENDS - 'BLUE EYED SOUL' When: 4 June

DAVE MASON'S DARKWhen: 10 June

PERSONAL BEST & FRIENDSWhen: 11 June

WOMEN IN ELECTRONIC MUSIC SHOWCASEA sample of some of Australia’s most impressive electronic artists including Banoffee, Rainbow Chan, GL, Habits, BUOY and Mira Boru

When: 18 June

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Also featuring DJ Performances from Kucka, Deepchild, Kate Monroe, Sani, Mr Glass, Jack S**t & Mando.

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SOUND GARDENS

SYMPHONIES OF GAIA

Sound Gardens is a genre-bending mash of vibrant new music from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and celebrates the opening weekend of Vivid Sydney. Enter the illuminated castle to discover a festival-like afternoon of fresh performances and installations served up with food and drink before seeing the amazing light art of Vivid. Talented students from the Con’s composition, jazz and contemporary music programs will be joined by guest artists, Peggy Glanville Hicks resident Natasha Anderson, the exploratory Anthony Pateras and bassist Clayton Thomas. Sound Gardens is curated by Damien Ricketson with Clint Bracknell and Craig Scott.

When: 29 May 3pmWhere: Sydney Conservatorium of MusicPrice: $20 Terms and conditions apply

When: 28 May 7.30pmWhere: Sydney Conservatorium of MusicPrice: Adults $35 / Concession $15 / Students $15 / Children $15Terms and conditions apply

Sydney University Wind Orchestra presents an exciting program of works that explore themes of nature, spirit, and life energy. The piece was written to inspire people to understand and take action against the environment crises that we now so desperately face.

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V I V I D M U S I C AT K I N G S C R O S S H O T E L

WELCOME TO KINGS CROSS

When: 28 May, 8pm-3amWhere: Kings Cross Hotel, 244-248 William StreetPrice: $10 at the door

FEATURING BAD DEEP, LE FRUIT, CC:DISCO!, THE SOUNDS OF SEDUCTION, AND MANY MORE.

For one night only, Kings Cross Hotel is bringing together an all-star line-up of our city's finest DJs, collaborators and crews for an eclectic, dancefloor-driven adventure through our diverse and thriving late-night culture.

Spend a late night navigating five curated floors, from Bad Deep’s star-studded, immersive tribute to a Kings Cross landmark, to a late-night rooftop party featuring Melbourne’s CC:DISCO!, to the kind of tropical, beat-filled paradise that only Le Fruit can provide.

And that’s just the start. Full lineup, including more collaborators, 15+ DJs and plenty of surprises, will be announced soon.

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Kings Cross Hotel is a 18+ venue. Valid ID is required for entry, and ID scanners operate after 9pm. 11

TWENTY YEARS OF SEDUCTIONWITH JAY KATZ & MISS DEATHIn a very special four-week run, The Sounds of Seduction returns to the intimate lounge environment of the Kings Cross Hotel’s Dive Bar. Re-dig the Lounge Revival – a rare, beloved, and uniquely Sydney craze.

When: Saturdays 28 May–18 June, 9pm-3amPrice: $10 at the door, including full venue access

AVANT-CABARETOver eight nights, a curated collection of Sydney’s cutting-edge cabaret luminaries will make us laugh, cry and raise the rafters with delight. A whole new chapter of Vivid Sydney will unfold in the intimate and ultra-plush velvet jungle of the Red Room.

When: Friday & Saturday evenings 27 May – 18 June

VISITING HOURSA JOURNEY THROUGH A SURREAL PAST...An immersive theatrical experience that will transform the Kings Cross Hotel into a time warp, a mysterious old hospital played out over multiples floors and rooms. All is not what it seems. Conceived and directed by Constantine and Michael Costi, presented by bAKEHOUSE Theatre Company with lighting by Richard Neville and Mandylights.

When: Wednesdays & Thursdays from 1 June: June 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16. After dark…Price: $30+ booking fee

OXFORD ART FACTORYWhere: 38/46 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst

MOTORIK! LABELNIGHTLocked Groove (Hotflush/Afterlife), Kirin J Callinan & CSMNT61: Brothers, Francis Xavier and Motorik Vibe Council.

When: 27 May

BAG RAIDERSAustralia’s electronic-pop darlings arereturning to the stage on home soil forthe first time since 2011 to celebratetheir new EP Checkmate.

When: 2 & 4 June

V I V I D M U S I C V E N U E S

Darlinghurst’s multi-tiered live music and performance-art based venue returns to Vivid Music with its renowned curatorial style.

HIGHLIGHTS

URTHBOYAussie hip-hop powerhouse tours his 5th solo LP. When: 16 & 17 June

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THE BASEMENTForty years on, this iconic inner-city venue at Macquarie Place near Circular Quay is still the beating heart of Sydney’s live music scene.

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MULATU ASTATKE (ETHIOPIA) WITH BLACK JESUS EXPERIENCEThe father of Ethio-jazz and one of Africa’s most influential musical figures returns to Sydney.When: 5 June

#PORTALS - KUČKA & RACHAEL ARCHIBALD#Portals is an exciting new collaborative work between Perth’s electronic musician KUČKA and visual artist Rachael Archibald.When: 2 June

STEVE CLISBYThe popular jazz-soul sing-er-pianist, who wowed fans as a semi-finalist on ‘The Voice’ and has worked with the likes of Erroll Brown, Narada MIchael Walden, Hendrix and Groove Armada, delivers his new album showcase.

When: 18 June

Where: 7 Macquarie Place, Sydney


BAKOOMBABakoomba is a high-energy ten piece band delivering powerful fusion grooves.When: 4 June

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THE ARGYLEThe Argyle is the ultimate Sydney dining and nightlife destination with great food, a huge drinks selection, top DJs and live entertainment. During Vivid Music for 23 immersive nights, Fractured Fantasy 23 allows imagination and intergalactic realms to roam free and the familiar and unknown to collide.

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Where: 18 Argyle Street, The Rocks

AVATAR -ESCAPE TO PANDORAWhen: 27 May - 3 June

WILLY WONKA & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORYWhen: 4 June - 10 June

STAR WARSWhen: 11 June - 18 June

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This transcendental venue hosts a string of events, including live psych and garage night Thru the Rhythm, underground dance DJs with Vibe Positive and all-star tribute bands.

HIGHLIGHTS

FREDAS

Where: 109 Regent Street, Chippendale

FREDA’S TRIBUTE NIGHTSThis three day series features local musicians and vocalists covering Sade, Tina Turner and George Michael.

When: 16-18 June

MICHAEL OZONEFamed for his genre bending DJ sets taking in sounds from all corners of the globe. Presented by NTS Radio's Noise in my Head.

When: 10 June

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This hip inner-west venue gets into the vibe of Vivid with touring and international artists. Installations and sculptures by Interior & Spatial Design students from the University of Technology will take over the ground floor of the Social Club during Vivid Music.

HIGHLIGHTS

THE HARD-ONSThese colourful rocking identities make a triumphant return to the stage.

When: 28 May

CARAVÃNA SUN"Caravãna Sun let loose like a band of juiced up gypsies...most powerful when they slow things down to let the trumpet take the spotlight" - Woodford Folk Festival

When: 2 June

NEWTOWN SOCIAL CLUB

Where: 387 King Street, Newtown

LAST DINOSAURSIndie guitar-pop and dance floor psychedelia are back in Australia for Vivid Music.

When: 10-11 June

PRIMAL FEARDistinguished power metal band will perform in Australia for the first time.

When: 12 June

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LORD GLADSTONEArt room ‘Goodspace’, ‘Visions’ live band program, and DJ-driven parties from Entropico, Joyride and ‘Bad Friends’ are the highlights at this spruced-up Chippendale pub where the focus is on music, art and beer... in that order.

HIGHLIGHTS

Where: 115 Regent Street, Chippendale


BAD FRIENDSBad Deep DJs + Flex Mami + Adit + Andy Garvey

When: 10 June

VISIONSVisions presents Kirin J Calinan + Deep Sea Arcade + Flyying Colours + The Pinheads + All The Colours + Montes Jura + The Jim Mitchells + more to be announced

When: 4 June

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CAKE WINES CELLAR DOORGet into the Vivid mood with beautiful wines and fine food alongside a mix of music, art and cultural experiences in Redfern.

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Where: 16 Eveleigh Street, Redfern

LOVEBOMBS The Sydney DJ collective present a unique laneway musical experience across soul, funk, boogie and disco genres.

When: 11 June

THE POSSEA live five piece brings together raw funk and disco combined with the beat of soulful Detroit and Chicago house.

When: 29 May + 9 June

THE HOUSE OF WHOCurated by Mike Who, this Sunday session has a huge line-up featuring talented New Zealand base drummer and producer, Julien Dyne alongside Sydney outfit, The Goods.

When: 5 June

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CAMELOT LOUNGEWhere: 19 Marrickville Road and Railway Parade, Marrickville

Deep in the heart of industrial Marrickville lies one of Sydney’s favourite boutique venues. With two intimate spaces including Django Bar, Camelot Lounge is home to the best singer /songwriters, world music, jazz, folk, blues, cabaret, comedy and other acoustic acts from Australia and beyond.

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DON WALKERWhen: 27 May

ARCHIE ROACHWhen: 3 - 4 June

JEFF LANG When: 11 June

Also including Leonardo's Bride, Monsieur Camembert, CODA, Bernie Hayes and more.

TEX PERKINS AND MURRAY PATTERSONWhen: 15 - 16 June

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COME TOGETHER @ LUNA PARK SUPPORTED BY TRIPLE JEnjoy six non-stop hours of the best of Aussie beats, performed by some of the country’s top hip hop acts. The line-up includes Perth hip hop’s favourite son, DRAPHT, Adelaide’s one and only ALLDAY, Sydney’s own Spit Syndicate, and Brisbane’s Gill Bates and Mallrat.

ONE DAY SUNDAYSSydney’s favourite day party presented by hip hop collective One Day features a rotating cast of Australia’s premiere DJs playing hip hop, R’n’B and soul as well as top artists painting a live graffiti mural. DJs include - Adit, Nick Lupi, Aslan, Levins, Klasik & Liz Bird.

When: 5 June Where: The Factory, 105 Victoria Rd, Marrickville

When: 11 JuneWhere: Luna Park, 1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point

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VANESSA WAGNER’S COSY NOOK Enjoy an intimate afternoon and evening of sophisticated eclectic music, dancing, art, visuals, networking, chatting and showing off. Vanessa will create the landscape as hostess and DJ, complemented by Ben Drayton.

HEAPS GAY; THE FESTIVAL OF QUEER DELIGHTS An all-immersive carnival of music, art and performance across three stages features Collarbones, Rainbow Chan, Bhenji Ra, The Blow Waves and more. Sold out in 2015! Presented by FBi Radio.


When: 4 JuneWhere: The Captain Cook Hotel, 1/162 Flinders St, Paddington

When: 12 JuneWhere: The Factory, 105 Victoria Rd, Marrickville

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PICNIC SOCIAL Check out this performance by Sydney producer-on-the-rise, Hubert Clarke Jr, who recently released his debut 12” for 100% Silk, Al Dente EP. He’ll be joined on stage by friends as well as some Sydney’s best, including Andy Webb, Andy Garvey, Jon Watts, Kali, Adi Toohey and Earl Grey.

INNER SPACE Embracing the concept of complete audiovisual immersion, S.A.S.H & Mantra Collective Present Inner Space, a multi-sensory experience as part of Vivid Music. Matt Weir, Kerry Wallace, Mantra Collective and special guests bring something unique and spectacular to The Arthouse.

When: 12 JuneWhere: Tatler, 169 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst

When: 11 JuneWhere: The Arthouse Hotel, 275 Pitt St, Sydney

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I REMEMBER HOUSEThe ivy is the setting for Sydney’s biggest independent dance party for the gay community and their friends. Some of the world’s best DJs and singers have graced the stage, including Crystal Waters, Deborah Cox, Inaya Day, Peyton and Barbara Tucker. This party is all about the music: uplifting, vocal funky house.

THE VELVET CAVE RAVE

This is an all-night fiesta of imagination, contemporary music, lighting extravaganzas and artistry in an industrial style warehouse. Expect to be catapulted into a shining cave of pulsating live music, mind-bending projections, moving light and illuminated art.

When: 28 MayWhere: Secret inner-city Velvet Cave Warehouse

When: 29 MayWhere: The ivy, 1/330 George Street

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PURPLE SNEAKERS TENTH BIRTHDAYHaving grown up to become one of Australia’s most trusted niche music authorities, the Purple Sneakers team with UNDR Ctrl takes over The Lord Gladstone to celebrate 10 years in their spiritual home of Sydney’s inner west. Highlights include World Champion, Indian Summer, Moonbase Commander, Purple Sneakers DJs, Astral DJs and more.

MODELS, MACHINATIONS & DAVE MASON (THE REELS) This one-night only affair features ARIA Hall Of Fame inductees and 80s chart toppers Models, fellow charting band Machinations, and a stripped down version of Dave Mason’s The Reels (who not only topped the charts but have the APRA #10 Australian song of all time in Quasimodo’s Dream). Don’t miss the improbable return of these strutting musical cousins.

When: 29 MayWhere: The Enmore Theatre,118-132 Enmore Rd, Enmore

When: 18 JuneWhere: The Lord Gladstone, Chippendale

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SOUL OF SYDNEY Expect feel-good funk vibes in all their splendour with DJs who dig deep in their crates to pull out all kinds of gems, from Afro-beat, Latin-funk, New York disco and roller boogie, to early Chicago house, classic 90s hip hop and beyond at the jams. Experience the wonder of ‘soul train’ formation dancing,

HIGHLIGHTIn a Vivid special, nine-piece funk powerhouse Bullhorn plays Sydney.

When: 29 May Where: Secret location

SILENT DISCO @ CENTRAL PARK Two DJs, headphones for all, three audio channels to choose from and a dance floor. The wildly popular silent disco is back so you can get lost again in your own disco at Central Park by the light of amazing projections onto the walls of the former Carlton & United Brewery.

When: Friday and Saturday nights Where: Central Park Ave, Chippendale

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SOUNDSCAPE An intimate music festival set in the heart of Sydney bringing together talented Australian bands and producers including Roland Tings, Sons of the East, World Champion and Winston Surfshirt.

When: 4 JuneWhere: The Factory, 105 Victoria Road, Marrickville

THE RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT: 90’S DANCE PYJAMA PARTY!The Rhythm of the Night brings the 90s back to Sydney once a month, taking over both rooms of Plan B Small Club with DJs playing 90s dance anthems in one room (think Darude, Vengaboyz and Madison Avenue) and 90s R&B classics in the other (like Aaliyah, Usher and Backstreet Boys). In June, The Rhythm of the Night is inviting you to the biggest slumber party ever - imposing a mandatory ‘pyjamas only’ dress code - the perfect attire for reliving the biggest hits of our youth!

When: 28 MayWhere: Plan B Small Club, 55 Liverpool Street, Chinatown

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DANCE ETC. Australian electronic music label etcetc takes over the rooftop of Taylor’s Social every Saturday night for DANCEetc. With a music policy dedicated to all things house, etcetc’s party series plays host to an exciting roster of ever-growing talent including Father Dude, Stace Cadet, Yolanda Be Cool, Go Freek and Acaddamy as well as surprise to be announced guests.

When: 28 May, 4 June & 11 JuneWhere: Taylor's Rooftop, 69-73 Pitt Street, Sydney

HALFWAY CROOKS VS DUTTY DANCING: HIP HOP VS DANCEHALLSydney’s longest running rap party joins forces with Sydney’s funnest Carribean party for a night pitting two of the funnest genres of party music against each other: hip hop vs dancehall! No matter which side you choose on the night: the dancefloor wins.

When: 4 JuneWhere: Plan B Small Club, 55 Liverpool Street Chinatown

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Disclaimer: Please consult the relevant ticketing agency/location for ticket prices, booking fees, surcharges and applicable taxes before purchase. There may be other conditions imposed by the ticketing agency/location as result of your purchase or attendance. Please make yourself aware of all conditions before purchase and/or attendance. Individual activities may be subject to change or cancellation without notice and for unforeseen circumstances. Location capacity restrictions may apply for some individual activities. Check vividsydney.com or other relevant websites for the latest information and more events occurring during Vivid Sydney 2016. Information correct at time of printing. Destination NSW acknowledges and appreciates all photographs and images supplied by photographers and event owners for use in this guide.

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