| The Sculpture by the Sea exhibition is an | | | | Sausage Sizzle and BBQs on street corners or |
| important event in Sydney's cultural calendar. It is | | | | hidden terraces. |
| a must see if you are here in Sydney before 15th | | | | If you want stunning views and cheap prices then |
| November. | | | | try the Bondi Icebergs RSL Don't forget to bring |
| During the first two weeks of November, the | | | | some photo ID with you otherwise you will be |
| Bondi to Bronte coastal walk comes alive with | | | | refused entry no matter how old you are. For |
| fascinating and often amusing sculptures to delight | | | | something more upmarket try Icebergs Dining |
| all ages. This unique event combines some of the | | | | Rooms where you'll be greeted with a delicious |
| most impressive sculptures with probably the | | | | BBQ. |
| best coastal walk in Australia | | | | There's not much at Tamarama but stroll onto |
| The competition is now in its 12th year and last | | | | Bronte and you will be greeted by a delightful row |
| year attracted over half a million visitors. There | | | | of cafes. Here you'll find something for every |
| are over 100 different sculptures to appreciate | | | | taste. Try SWELL for some upmarket brunch or |
| with 9 different prizes on offer. All of the | | | | Jennies for the best coffee this side of the beach. |
| sculptures are designed to respond in some way | | | | You will be greeted by samplers along the path |
| to the beautiful coastal setting. | | | | tempting you with various drinks along the way |
| Mark McCelland's won the prestigious $30,000 | | | | but still, make sure you take plenty of water with |
| prize last year for his "She Thought" which was a | | | | you as the walk is still strenuous in places with hills |
| large bronze sculpture with a key hole where | | | | and steps. It makes it a difficult walk with young |
| visitors could see the ocean horizon. | | | | children or those of you with prams and strollers. |
| If this is your first time to the exhibition, take | | | | You'll also be able to pick up brochures at key |
| some advice from a local.. It gets VERY busy and | | | | points along the walk, which will help explain a little |
| it makes the experience so much better if you | | | | more about the sculptures |
| can take in the sculptures at your own pace and | | | | If you aren't planning to be in Sydney in |
| not surrounded by mounds of people. Try to go | | | | November but really like the sound of this event, |
| early to beat the crowds. | | | | don't worry! You can catch the same event in |
| Another recommendation would be to make a | | | | Perth during the month of March. This one takes |
| day of it. Bondi, Tamarama and Bronte all have | | | | place on Cottesloe Beach and is almost identical to |
| BBQ facilities. This is a great way to bring your | | | | the Bondi version. |
| own food and enjoy the delightful views. | | | | This is one part of the Sydney beach culture that |
| Alternatively there are plenty of cafes in both | | | | you won't want to miss. Make it an early start |
| Bondi and Bronte which allows you to take it easy | | | | one day this week to really make the most of it. |
| for a while. Some venues put on special food to | | | | Avoid the weekend crowds if you can! |
| coincide with the exhibition. Many run their own | | | | |