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Carrington Hotel

Carrington Hotel Geelong

With modern decor, rough sand stone appearance on the bars, The Carrington Hotel is an elegant restaurant with fantastic mood s...

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Taos

Taos Bulleen

Tao’s has created an innovative style of cuisine. It is where East meets West and as their menu states “modern creative cuisine”. Combine t...

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Kings Park

Kings Park Perth City

The showplace of Perth. Over 400 hectares of natural bushland, tranquil parkland and botanic garden including the summit of Mount ...

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STATE DESTINATION GUIDES

New South Wales Travel Guide

New South Wales

New South Wales lays claims to being Australia's most diverse state, filled with outback vistas, alpine t...

Victoria Travel Guide

Victoria

Hugging the tip of the east coast is Australia's second-smallest state. Packed into such a compact area is a wea...

Queensland Travel Guide

Queensland

Widely known as Australia's 'Sunshine State', Queensland purportedly averages over 300 days of sunshine a year...

South Australia Travel Guide

South Australia

South Australia is referred to as the Festival State, offering a year-round calendar of arts and events -...

Western Australia Travel Guide

Western Australia

Referred to as 'The Golden West' Western Australia is Australia's largest state, comprising one third o...

Northern Territory Travel Guide

Northern Territory

An uncompromising grandeur quite unlike any other region on earth pervades the Northern Territory. Cov...

Australian Capital Territory Travel Guide

Australian Capital Territory

Surrounded by New South Wales, 281km from Sydney and 660km from Melbourne, The Australian Ca...

Tasmania Travel Guide

Tasmania

By far the smallest of the Australian States, separated from mainland Australia by the 240 km stretch of Bass St...

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2008 TOP AWARD WINNERS

November 2008

Wednesday, 19 November 2008

With generally fine weather throughout most of Australia, the allure of outdoor activities beckon. So lace up your walking shoes, slap on a hat and rediscover daytrips, cruises and bushwalking, or if you prefer go sailing, surfing or diving...

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NEWS, EVENTS, SPECIALS

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2008 Finalist in The Sunday Telegraph Metropolitan Awards for Excellence! @ Sea la vie

We are one of a few restaurants on the Northern Beaches who were finalists in the '2008 Sunday Telegraph Metropolitan Awards for Excellence'..treat yourself to a meal at one of the best restaurants on...

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Weddings are our speciality @ The Anchorage Restaurant

We believe your special day should be just that SPECIAL! Experienced in all facets of preparation, we can plan your very memorable day. By day or by night, the views & atmosphere will make your day sp...

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Wines in Detail & Tasting Notes @ Kara Kara Estate Winery, Restaurant and Cafe

Kara Kara Estate produces 2 white varietals; Sauvignon Blanc & Chardonnay. These wines are elegantly crafted with fine varietal definition, & tasting of citrus & stone fruits. The 2 red wines produced...

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FREE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT @ Conservatory at Crown

Every Sunday lunchtime from midday. Fred Cheah is a true entertainer, playing all your favourite tunes as well as new ones that will keep you huming all week!

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The Bakery @ Alasya Turkish Restaurant

The bakery produces the finest range of artisan Turkish breads. Individually hand-crafted pieces, baked in stone floor, wood fired ovens. Only the highest quality ingredients are used. We deliver to c...

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The Chopping Block Winners @ Michelino's Trattoria

Michelino's were recent winners of Channel 9's "The Chopping Block"; each week two businesses were given $5,000 for their makeover, with help of Sydney celeb-chef Matt Moran. An anonymous reviewer jud...

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Congratulations to Restaurant Manager Jai Leighton- Latest Award @ The Grange Restaurant at The Hilton

Hilton Adelaide would like to congratulate The Grange Restaurant Manager - Jai Leighton, who was awarded Best Employee at the 2008 Restaurant and Catering Association (SA) Awards for Excellence.

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28 - 29 of November 2008 : Faulty Towers @ Twin Towns Clubs & Resorts

Fri 28th & Sat 29th November at 6.30pm Qld Time - Tickets $65. EVENING SHOW - TICKETS AVAILABLE BY RINGING 1800 014 014. Enter the world of the snobbish, manic Basil; his domineering wife Sybil; and ...

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Christmas Functions & Group Menus @ Beau Monde - The Restaurant

Looking for somewhere to celebrate with colleagues, family or friends for the end of year Christmas Party. View our sensational lunch and dinner group Christmas menus...

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Hold your function with us @ The Anchorage Restaurant

With personalised service & extensive experience holding corporate functions, let us plan & host your next function. We will ensure that everything runs smoothly & on time. Ring the restaurant to disc...

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Mid Week Pasta Special @ Sonomas of Sandgate

Our mid-week Pasta Special is very popular at only $20 per person. (Excludes seafood)

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8 - 30 of September 2008 : Special Deals & Discounts @ Crossways Restaurant & Wedding Reception Centre

1) Stay 3 Nights - Get the 4th night FREE [Excl. Sat] 2) Ask about our 'mid-week discounts' for seniors. 3) 'Group Package Discounts' for B & B including Dinner! 4) 'Dinner & Show Deals' availabl...

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Special Events @ Aya Japanese Restaurant

Aya frequently organizes food and wine matching dinners in which fine Japanese cuisine is mixed with popular Australian wines. From time to time, Aya also blends its Japanese cuisine with Japanese sak...

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Cocktail Party Launch Night @ Caffe Senza Nome

Enjoy Cocktails and canapés @ Senza and swing by and sample the most innovative cocktail list in town! Meet Jamie behind the bar and challenge him to surprise you.

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Proud Supporters & Caterers of The Maleny Film Society @ Pomodoras Gourmet Cafe & Restaurant

Pomodoras provides catering for The Maleny Film Society which is held at the local community hall fortnightly. For information see news/events page on www.pomodoras.com.au for all upcoming films and r...

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Event & Function Brochure @ The Carlton Hotel

The Carlton Hotel can be described as Geelong’s funkiest venue with exceptional food, service and a plethora of choice. If Celebration is your word then The Carlton has the venue, decadence and pizzaz...

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1 - 31 of December 2008 : Summer on the lake: End of Year packages ‘08 @ Red Ochre

What better way to relax and celebrate the festive season than at the waters edge, enjoying wonderful native Australian cuisine & exceptional service from our team at Red Ochre. Red Ochre will also b...

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Specials Packages & Promotions @ Duxton Hotel

View all of our special promotions & packages & experience amazing value:- * The Make a Difference Getaway, only $185 per couple * Duxton Indulgence * Duxton Escape * Blush Urban Spa Package Ple...

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Laziza Middle Eastern Cuisine

Laziza Middle Eastern Cuisine Essendon

Laziza presents a welcoming gleam of exotic class and comfort, a passion for food, relaxation...

Tempus Two Wines

Tempus Two Wines Pokolbin

Tempus Two Winery represents a bright new chapter in one of Australia’s most exciting wine stories. Tempus...

Evelyn County Estate Winery

Evelyn County Estate Winery Kangaroo Ground

Evelyn County Estate is a breathtakingly picturesque 40 acre estate only 35 mins from th...

Vroom Bistro + Bar

Vroom Bistro + Bar Fortitude Valley

As the name suggests cars and coffee were the original inspiration behind this corner cafe; loca...

Baranows Lounge

Baranows Lounge Hawthorn

Baranows is on the corner of Burwood and Glenferrie Roads in Hawthorn and was originally an old bank with b...

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New South Wales

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Victoria

Number 8 Restaurant & Wine Bar at Crown Southbank, Silks at Crown Southbank, Koko at Crown Southbank, JJ's Bar and Grill at Crown Southbank, Conservatory at Crown Southbank, Zebra Crossing Ocean Grove, Romantic Vineyard Amherst, Evelyn County Estate Winery Kangaroo Ground, Balloon Sunrise Yarra Glen, Belucci's Albert Park, Yume Japanese Restaurant Fitzroy, Blue Pyrenees Estate Avoca, Il Carretto Pizza Restaurant Carlton, Breezes at Crown Southbank, Windows Restaurant at The Sebel Albert Park Melbourne City, Mirka at Tolarno Hotel St Kilda, Baranows Lounge Hawthorn, Laziza Middle Eastern Cuisine Essendon, Bar None Camberwell, Pyrenees Wine Region - Wineries Avoca, Mona Castle Hotel Seddon, Empire Grill Geelong, Cheese World Warrnambool, The Pub At Crown Southbank, Princes Restaurant and Bar Dandenong

Queensland

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South Australia

The Brasserie at The Hilton Adelaide City, The Grange Restaurant at The Hilton Adelaide City

Western Australia

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