Video Blog

Our last blog comes in the form of a video blog. We have gone to some of the locations we have blogged about and a coupe of extras. Enjoy the video below

If the video cannot be played on the blog please find the Youtube link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBU0dYQuSEM&feature=youtu.be

During the time of our blog, we have all posted 4 blogs each of some of our favourite places to go on a budget and have tried to provide both pictures and links for you to get an idea of why we want to talk about those places. We all chose a cool place to film for the vlog and each provided a clip to share. The video was compiled by Josh.

We hope you enjoyed the blog and will go on to enjoy some of our recommendations for Sydney on a Budget for Students!

-Josh, Shakif, Venn Loon, Derin and Jimi

Hyde Park

Australia's oldest park is also one of the most scenic and relaxing places to be in the city. Whether you want to  be enjoying a stroll in the greenery during your work break or be appreciating the gardens during the day, Hyde Park is the perfect place for anyone on a budget!

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Other than the fact that it's freely accessible by the public, this park has a lot of offer for anyone who wants to experience an array of things in one place. So time efficiency is certainly not out of the question here!

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The park contains a plethora of plants and many monuments which, together, are a unique display of Sydney's natural ageing as a city and its city heritage all within a park. There are a line of Hill's Figs which line the central pedestrian avenue running from Macquarie Street to the ANZAC Memorial.

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Throughout the year, the park is a host to numerous cultural events including Australia Day, Food and Wine Fair and the annual Sydney Festival. This city icon really is one the best places to be for anyone wanting to a enjoy a relaxing day out in the city with relatively low money expenditure: on food and transport.

The Great Northern Walk

Feel like taking a break from the mayhem of Sydney? Guess what... you're in luck! Sydney is Rich with national parks and bushland that is very easily accessible. The great northern walk is a hiking track which starts in Sydney and ends all the way up in New castle. It is 240,000 m long and is easily accessible from hundreds of locations which lead onto the track. This means that depending on how adventurous you feel; the length of the hike is entirely up to you! The diversity of the Australian bush allows you to pass through various ecosystems without leaving Sydney! For just a day’s walk, you can traverse through waterfalls, walk alongside rivers, peak from the top of mountains and frolic through grass plains. this is something i would highly recommend for anyone who enjoys the outdoors or wants to try something new.

 Note: before attempting any hike please inform someone on your where about, and how long you plan to hiking for, in case of an emergency.

Derin


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Visit Asia without travelling there! - Spice Alley

Always wanted to visit Asia? But you don't have the time or budget to do so? Fret not, just visit the Spice Alley!
Spice Alley on Kensington Street is home to the renowned "Hawker Stalls" which is known throughout Asia. Spice Alley has six hawker-style eateries under a ceiling of glowing lanterns, which the laneway meanders through the landscape of Asian cuisine.

Image sourced from http://www.centralparksydney.com/what-s-on/news-events/explore-along-kensington-street

Let's travel around Asia:
Alex Lee Kitchen (Singapore) 
-Authentic Singaporean Chicken Rice served up by one of Sydney's most reputed chef, Alex Lee.
Bang Luck Thai Streetfood (Thailand)
-Thai food with a hint of Vietnamese fusion, known for their Pad See Ew which is a type of delicious noodle.
Old Jim Kee (Malaysia)
-Have a wide selection of Malaysian food including mouth watering stir-fry dishes such as Char Kuey Theow.
Hong Kong Diner (Hong Kong)
-Authentic Dim Sum without breaking the bank, and also hand made noodles.
Kyo-To (Japan) 
-Not your everyday sushi bar, they don't even serve sushi. They do however serve mean rice bowls and Japan noodles.
Viet (Vietnam)
-Looking pho some delicious Vietnamese food? They serve the iconic dish of Vietnam and much more, however everybody loves their Pho.

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You want to spend a little more? Dine at Bar Chinois!
Bar Chinois is the watering hole where the east and west meet. It is a French-Asian fusion bar with some hip and chic. Every hour is happy hour at Bar Chinois.

Location of Spice Alley: 

Kensington Street, Chippendale, New South Wales 2008

Image sourced from https://www.kensingtonstreet.com.au/vendor/gin-lane/

Opening hours:  

Monday	11am–10pm
Tuesday	11am–10pm
Wednesday	11am–10pm
Thursday	11am–10:30pm
Friday	11am–10:30pm
Saturday	11am–10:30pm
Sunday	11am–10pm

Written by Max Yam Venn Loon

Picnic At North Head!

Enjoy a picnic with an awesome view at North Head in Manly.

Located right at the mouth of Sydney Harbour, you can make your way up to the top of North Head and delight in the view of the vast ocean and the cityscape. 

Make sure, when you enjoy this cheap day out in Sydney, that you take your picnic blanket with you, as well as some food and drink for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner, and spend some time with friends or family at this lovely location.

(Image from: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/lookouts/north-head)

There are also plenty of walks that can be enjoyed up at North Head, as well as the Bella Vista Café, which is open from 9am- 4pm, and offers a variety of food and drinks.

Have fun on you picnic up to North Head!

See you soon, Jimi.

Visit the Blue Mountains on Sunday!

Why visit the Blue Mountains on Sunday? That is because the Opal card charges a maximum of $2.60 on Sunday for the regular opal card! Other methods of travelling to blue mountain will cost a large sum of money ranging from 50 - 80 dollars.
How do you go to the blue mountains? 
First off, you will need to go to Central station which is in the main heart of Sydney. Then you will need to go on trains which lead to Mount Victoria Station. The train ride will take around 2 hours, so you have time to sit back and relax on the train. Once arriving at Mount Victoria Station, you will need to walk for 1600 meters to arrive at Blue Mountains!

Image sourced from https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/blue-mountains?

Blue Mountains Blue Mountains is one of the most spectacular parts of the country. Blue Mountains has some of the country's most dazzling natural attractions. The view from the top of the mountain is phenomenal and speaking from someone who has visited the Blue Mountains, it's not a place you would want to skip out on. You can also experience wonders at Scenic World, where there are glass-topped carriages which take you on a ride into the Jamison Valley. You are allowed to bushwalk and camp in the Jamison Valley. Besides that, Blue Mountains is known for the three sisters. Who are the three sisters? Are they celebrities? No, the three sisters is an iconic formation that you must see at least once in your lifetime. It is honestly a breathtaking experience visiting the Blue Mountains.

Written by Max Yam Venn Loon

Image sourced from https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/blue-mountains?

Image sourced from https://www.bluemts.com.au/info/thingstodo/threesisters/

Sydney Noodle Market (limited Time)

FOODIES UNIT, or if you feel like doing something different that too. The Sydney Noodle Market is an annual event celebrating food. This year it is running between the 5^th of October to the 22^nd of October. This magnificent market has 40+ mouthwatering food stalls serving up the best street food from across the Asian region. There are also amazing DJs, Dancing Dragons and other marvels to feast your eyes on. Located in Hyde park, only a couple minutes’ walk from various city stations, this is a must for anyone who has a free night available and enjoys food!

-Derin

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