CostOfLivingFilter in Sydney: I am 35 year old, professional in Sydney with a salary around AU$100K. I have no dependents, leading a normal modest life with no extravagant expenses. Why do I still feel the life is out of my reach? [more inside]
posted by neworder7 on Nov 8, 2009 - 28 answers

Looking for shops to buy a digital piano in Sydney (or if its online, Australia wide) [more inside]
posted by neworder7 on Sep 21, 2009 - 5 answers

I am a piano student will be renting an apartment on my own soon. I was wondering what are the anti-noise laws in Australia (Sydney) regarding practicing musical instrument at home. [more inside]
posted by neworder7 on Aug 22, 2009 - 16 answers

Sydney and Melbourne with a 10-month-old in September. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Aug 5, 2009 - 20 answers

Going to be in Sydney for my Honeymoon in early October. Looking for suggestions plus local advice. [more inside]
posted by Effigy2000 on Jul 8, 2009 - 14 answers

I love this dress! - who made it? [more inside]
posted by theRussian on Jun 10, 2009 - 9 answers

Where to go to see Live Music in Sydney? Given I'm into music, I really should know this but I don't tend to get out and see live music much. I have some friends from overseas who have tasked me with finding something on Saturday night. I'm looking for something that won't be so loud you can't talk to each other, isn't necessarily a cram everyone in to dance kind of place, possibly some jazz or latino style music. Usually I would go to the basement, but they are doing some Pink Floyd tribute which isn't my thing at all. I was thinking maybe vivaz at the rocks, but last time I was there it was a bit sleazy. The only other thing I can come up with is a gig by Chris McNulty at the Seymour Centre, but I have no idea what kind of music that is (other than jazz). Any other suggestions? Close to the city would be nice, but I'm open to ideas.
posted by Admira on May 13, 2009 - 11 answers

Gday, Can anyone recommend a company to do a bathroom renovation in the inner west of Sydney? Or any hints and tips on picking a company, costs etc? Convenience, time and cost are all (naturally) important. Thanks!
posted by Admira on May 2, 2009 - 0 answers

I'm visiting Australia for 10 days / 9 nights, flying in and out of Sydney. How would you divide your time amongst the various cities? 3 nights each in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane?
posted by smackfu on Apr 3, 2009 - 15 answers

Reasonably priced, tasty family-friendly restarauant/pub in Central Sydney (Rocks/Circular Quay / Darling Harbour) early-ish Friday evening (i.e. tomorrow). Normally this would be easy, but I'm on instructions that there's to be no Asian food involved and so I'm at a loss. Help mucho appreciated...
posted by singingfish on Apr 2, 2009 - 10 answers

Cheap Mountain Biking experience in greater Sydney? [more inside]
posted by gttommy on Mar 26, 2009 - 1 answer

I live in Sydney and have a gas leak. We've had someone out and they said it is in the junction box or something. This faulty junction box is on my property and will cost close to $5000 to fix. Is AGL (the gas company) responsible for paying for this or am I? [more inside]
posted by Man_in_staysis on Feb 17, 2009 - 6 answers

What's the safest/best way to book airline tickets? [more inside]
posted by mhz on Jan 20, 2009 - 7 answers

Best tapas in Sydney? [more inside]
posted by Admira on Jan 13, 2009 - 7 answers

Things to consider on getting to Vienna, Austria, from Sydney, Australia? [more inside]
posted by gttommy on Dec 26, 2008 - 7 answers

Edna-filter: I am trying to find on-line a particular image of Dame Edna Everage. [more inside]
posted by ShameSpiral on Dec 1, 2008 - 2 answers

Good places to buy $US cash in Sydney CBD? [more inside]
posted by UbuRoivas on Oct 30, 2008 - 4 answers

Where's a good place to hire decent banana costumes for someone in Sydney, Australia? [more inside]
posted by gttommy on Oct 10, 2008 - 1 answer

Amazing places to show overseas vistors in Sydney? [more inside]
posted by Admira on Sep 30, 2008 - 21 answers

I might be moving to Sydney. What should I think about when planning? [more inside]
posted by jacalata on Sep 18, 2008 - 9 answers

Going to a conference in Sydney next week. Can anyone recommend some good cheap single serve eats in CBD? (Will probably live off foodcourts in Haymarket but was wondering if there's anything some native Sydneysiders could recommend.)
posted by BAKERSFIELD! on Sep 4, 2008 - 10 answers

Is there anything like meetup.com for Sydney, Australia? There is meetup.com, of course, but there don't seem to be too many people from Sydney, there. (I'm visiting from the Washington, D.C. area, so perhaps I'm spoiled.)
posted by Coventry on May 22, 2008 - 8 answers

Where should I look for relatively inexpensive short-term accommodation in either Adelaide or Sydney? [more inside]
posted by PuGZ on Apr 30, 2008 - 2 answers

In "The Happy Isles Of Oceania" Paul Theroux mentions the (alleged) location of the block of flats in Sydney appearing as the home of Jenny Agutter in the film Walkabout. What is that location, and is he right?
posted by Joeforking on Apr 29, 2008 - 0 answers

CareerAdvice: How can my wife and I get back to the Gold Coast, and what job changes might I need to make to get there? [more inside]
posted by ranglin on Apr 23, 2008 - 6 answers

Any small flower shoppes in Carlingford, NSW that will deliver? [more inside]
posted by lain on Mar 23, 2008 - 1 answer

Having thoroughly enjoyed our first anniversary at the hydro majestic in the blue mountains, my wife and I are now looking for suggestions for nice places to go in and around Sydney for anniversary number 2! [more inside]
posted by ranglin on Mar 10, 2008 - 4 answers

I would like to set up an appointment, get some fashion suggestions, get a tailored business suit, and become a satisfied customer. (Sydney, Australia) [more inside]
posted by gttommy on Mar 2, 2008 - 2 answers

Going to University of Sydney...need to surf....bondi? [more inside]
posted by Black_Umbrella on Feb 8, 2008 - 14 answers

Sydney questions: Which Sydney hostel should i stay at for international orientation week at University of Sydney? [more inside]
posted by Black_Umbrella on Jan 25, 2008 - 4 answers

Help me identify a piece of choral music from Sydney's 2007 NYE fireworks. [more inside]
posted by oxford blue on Jan 1, 2008 - 2 answers

My family and I will be in Australia from March 14th, 2008 to the 26th. We'll be staying in Sydney for most of the trip (friends' apartment) but we also want to take a leisurely road trip to Melbourne. Do you have any recommendations what to do in Sydney, Melbourne and during the roadtrip? [more inside]
posted by Kattullus on Dec 29, 2007 - 18 answers

Which night spots should I hit in Sydney? I'm a 28-year-old single male and I'm mostly interested in French electro/house-type music (Daft Punk, Justice, Ed Banger, Kavinsky, etc). The centerpiece of my trip will be seeing Daft Punk at Never Ever Land. I will be there for a week and I do not know anyone there. Thanks!
posted by fac21 on Dec 16, 2007 - 3 answers

Best place to learn German in Sydney, Australia? [more inside]
posted by gttommy on Dec 9, 2007 - 3 answers

Looking for alternative type places for clothes shopping in Sydney for a young male. [more inside]
posted by vac2003 on Nov 12, 2007 - 6 answers

Can our Sydney landlord really demand that we get rid of our cat? [more inside]
posted by web-goddess on Jun 27, 2007 - 36 answers

What can I do on the daily 40 minute commute to/from work (via train)? [more inside]
posted by ranglin on May 8, 2007 - 43 answers

Im wondering if there are any sites or books for kids to help prepare them for a move overseas. I've got two sons, a 9 year old and a 6 year old. The 9 yr. old is angry about our upcoming (in about a month) move to Sydney, Australia. Any ideas you have would be helpful. We live in the South (USA) now. Thanks for all the helpful responses to my earlier question.
posted by BaugusC on Apr 25, 2007 - 13 answers

Can anyone recommend a good, reasonably-priced b&b in the Sydney Greater Metropolitan Area? [more inside]
posted by ranglin on Apr 19, 2007 - 7 answers

Six hour layover in Sydney next Friday morning. Is there a good place to get brunch and perhaps some wine/beer that we can get to without spending too much? [more inside]
posted by toxic on Apr 7, 2007 - 14 answers

My husband has just been offered a job in Sydney, Australia. We have two sons, 6 and 9. We currently live in the US. While we are extremely excited about moving, we know nothing about Australia. Ive read the travel books, but am trying to find out about schools, housing, etc. we should be moving in late June. Any info would be great. Thanks in advance!
posted by BaugusC on Apr 6, 2007 - 21 answers

Help me not miss anything on my "once in a lifetime" trip through southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand! [more inside]
posted by antifuse on Mar 28, 2007 - 25 answers

Where can I watch tv show tapings in Melbourne or Sydney? [more inside]
posted by kaydo on Mar 27, 2007 - 5 answers

How do I assess the property market in Sydney? Are there any websites or magazines or whatever that I can read to give me an idea of the quality of the suburbs and the general price in different places? I've googled, but I am finding most information too specific. [more inside]
posted by ranglin on Jan 7, 2007 - 8 answers

Where can I get handouts in Sydney? [more inside]
posted by mhz on Dec 12, 2006 - 5 answers

Driving across Australia, totally excellent, or totally awful? [more inside]
posted by jessamyn on Dec 3, 2006 - 38 answers

What should I know to plan a move from US to Australia? What should I take and what should I leave behind? What else should I know about moving to Australia? Where can I get more information? [more inside]
posted by wanderlust_babe on Oct 7, 2006 - 16 answers

Working in the Sydney CBD (Australia) and wondering where I should live? [more inside]
posted by ranglin on Jun 9, 2006 - 17 answers

We will be spending 24 hrs in Sydney at the end of a 3 week tour round Oz & NZ. Any one have any tips on a nice relaxing hotel? [more inside]
posted by jontyjago on Dec 5, 2005 - 4 answers

What Australian movie is this? [more inside]
posted by borkingchikapa on Jun 28, 2005 - 3 answers