New South Wales

Soak up the local flavours of New South Wales. Enjoy the beaches, cosmopolitan centres, leisurely drives and state icons like the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

Quick Facts

Category	Details
Population:	The population of NSW is 6,774,200
Climate:	Sydney summers are long, with an average maximum temperature of 25°C. Winters are short and mild, with temperatures rarely falling below 10°C.
Cultural Mix:	Sydney is a melting pot of cultures, predominantly Anglo-saxon, but, intermixed with a myriad of Asian cultures, middle Eastern and European.
Famous For:	Sydney is famous for its beaches, hosting 2000 Olympic Games & 2003 Rugby World Cup, food and wine, Sydney Harbour = Opera House and Bridge
Transport:	Sydney boasts a strong transport system, including excellent roadways, trains, buses, ferries & taxis
The people:	Artists Pro Hart, Brett Whiteley Musicians INXS, Kylie Minogue, The Vines, Jet, Powderfinger, Silverchair Actors Toni Collette, Nicole Kidman, Hugo Weaving, Naomi Watts, Heath Ledger, Julian McMahon, Natalie Imbruglia Writers Thomas Keneally, Colleen McCullough, Di Morrissey Chefs Neil Perry- Rockpool, Tetsuya Wakada – Tetsuyas, Luke Mangan – Glass Brasserie

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Related Information

Itineraries – Britz Coastal Explorer Experience a 7-day tour that includes a healthy dose of history and scenic wonders in between. Get to know the best of Australia’s town and country.

State Highlights – New South Wales From majestic coastal vistas to stunning alpine terrain and verdant World Heritage parks, New South Wales is a place that must be seen to be truly appreciated.

Australian Tourism Offices Head to the Britz Base for links to Australia’s official State Tourism websites for details on local events, attractions and must-sees.

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