| Issue 8, May 2009 We've got loads of cool stuff this week! Lots for the sports fans... for those interested in AFL, the Sydney Swans play this weekend at ANZ Stadium, Homebush against the West Coast Eagles. If you want to give indoor soccer or netball a try, check out the details on the upcoming local tournaments... In Sydney, we’ve just opened 3 brand new houses – new kitchens, polished floors, modern bathrooms, spacious bedrooms, plasma tv’s, new computers… tell your friends we’ve got more beds available. Don’t forget we’ve got the guest referral program – earn $25 CASH just for referring friends. Lots to do and see in Sydney – the Rocks Markets and the Sydney Pylon Climb. For Cairns, try the Kuranda Scenic Railway or the local lagoon. Check your fitness levels with our fitness quiz… give salsa dancing a go – it’s a great but fun workout! That’s it from us. Enjoy! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
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This week we welcome the following “Newbies” into our Sleeping community.
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Sydney Sports Enthusiasts Just around the corner on 40 William Henry Street, is the Ultimo Community Centre. It’s open from Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. It’s a popular, local venue for sports and recreation. The indoor facilities include:
The centre has an extensive activity program that you may like to look into. But basically, there’s the following activities:
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Swannies in Sydney If you’re interested in seeing an Australian Rules Football match in Sydney, go along to one of the Sydney Swans matches. It’s a great day out! The next home game is at ANZ stadium, Homebush on Saturday May 16 against the West Coast Eagles. The game starts at 7.10pm. If you can’t make that one try the game against Port Adelaide at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Moore Park on Sunday May 24 at 1.10pm. How to purchase tickets to matches in Sydney: Contact Ticketek on 132 849 or log onto www.ticketek.com.au. Back to top |
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Brand new houses If you haven’t already heard, Sleeping with the Enemy have just opened 3 brand new houses in Sydney. We now have an extra 26 beds available with both single and twin rooms. So tell your friends we now have so much more room. The new houses have modern kitchen and bathroom facilities, polished floor boards, spacious bedrooms with wardrobes, plasma tv, new computers and wireless internet connection throughout the building. Back to top |
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Cairns Indoor Sports The Cairns Indoor Sports Centre is located on Mayers Street, Manunda. The centre can be accessed via Mayers Street off Anderson Street, or via Halligan Street off Pease Street. There are 6 courts, 4 indoor hard courts and 2 Beach Volleyball courts. The sports on offer are Indoor Cricket, Netball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Beach Volleyball and Boot Camp. Competitions run every night of the week. Cairns Indoor Sports offers a relaxed venue with 2 fully licensed bar areas and BBQ facilities.
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Kuranda Scenic Railway For a scenic day out through the rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park, take a ride on world famous Kuranda Scenic Railway. A must-do for Cairns visitors and locals alike. On the trip you’ll discover the pioneering history of Tropical North Queensland. The famous railway winds its way on a journey of approximately 1 hour 45 minutes from Cairns to Kuranda, the village in the rainforest. On the journey you’ll see some wonderful wildlife, pass beautiful gorges and waterfalls and magnificent views from sea level to 328metres. Kuranda is a picturesque village in the rainforest. There’s lots to see – interesting market stalls, yummy food and tropical gardens. T he scenic railway operates every day except Christmas Day and leaves Cairns Railway Station at 8.30am and 9.30am daily. A return ticket costs $61.00. It’s recommended that you take the following items to make the day all the more relaxing:
Take a sneak peek of what you’re in for on the Scenic Railway: http://www.kurandascenicrailway.com.au/KSRIncludes/video/Kuranda_Scenic_Railway_30_sec.mpg ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Climb  Looking for something to do in Sydney that doesn’t cost a bomb? Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon to the lookout. Most of us don’t know that the four pylons of the Sydney Harbour Bridge serve no real structural purpose for the bridge – they were added for aesthetics only and do not support the bridge at all. For only $9.50 you can climb the 200 steps to the pylon lookout and be 87 metres above the harbour. What a bargain, panoramic view of the city of Sydney for less than a burger and chips! If you can’t justify spending the cash on the bridge climb, this is excellent value and an amazing lookout once you get there. On the climb you will learn about the history of the bridge, how it was constructed including one memorable story about the builder who fell off whilst working and threw his tool bag ahead of him which broke the water tension and saved his own life. You can climb the steps every day except Christmas Day between 10am – 5pm. The south east pylon of the bridge is the climbable one. It’s the one nearest to the city on the southern end and is accessible by foot using the pedestrian pathway which can be accessed from the bridge stairs on Cumberland Street, The Rocks. Remember to take your camera as you’ll have some glorious views including close up views of the Sydney Opera House. For a well deserved break, stop off for a beer on the way back at the Australian hotel. It’s at the bottom of the walkway, next to the ANA hotel. The beer is cold and the pizzas are delicious. Back to top |
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Cairns Lagoon  If money is tight, nothing is cheaper than free, and Cairns is home to a beautiful 4800 square metre saltwater lagoon, located right on the Cairns Esplanade, also known as ‘The Nard’ to locals. The Lagoon has become the focal point where life in Cairns revolves around, and is a great place for visitors and locals to hang out. The vast triangular lagoon with it’s dramatic steel fish sculptures is the focal point, providing a water to water view from Shields St in the CBD across the lagoon and out across Trinity Bay. Besides the lagoon (free to use between 6.30am to 10.30pm) the Cairns City Council has built public barbecues as well, where all you need to bring is your food. Every weekend, different performers entertain the public with their music or arts. And we assure you won't have to pay a penny. There are free workout and exercise areas and heaps of shade and open space to sit back and relax. Trained lifeguards patrol the lagoon from 6am to 10pm through summer and from 7am to 9pm in winter. Get down to the lagoon and enjoy life to the fullest in your very own piece of tropical paradise! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cairns - FREE Salsa Dancing Lessons  After 9pm, CASA DE MEZE becomes a latin dance venue, the only salsa dance venue in Cairns. If you are a bit shy to throw yourself into these rhythms, Casa de Meze offers free salsa lessons Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm. And then, the sexy music continues until well after midnight. This venue is very popular not only with people who love to dance salsa but is a great spot to party. Casa De Meze is a Mediterranean Restaurant and Salsa bar open 7 days a week from 5pm till late. Find it on Level 1, Corner The Esplanade & Aplin Street, Cairns. Go on – give salsa a go! Watch this video of the salsa dancers at Case De Meze. http://www.casademeze.com.au/Friday_&_Saturday_nights.html Back to top |
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The Rocks Market The Rocks Market is held each Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm on Playfair and George streets, close to the CBD. It's a well established and large market (over 150 stalls) which has recently expanded to include a Farmers' market on Friday and Saturday. . The Friday Farmers' market is a great option for city workers looking for an interesting lunch break. On Saturday and Sunday you will also find the usual market fair including arts and crafts, jewellery, fashion, artwork, and photography. The market does have a slightly touristy feel with Australiana and expensive artwork filling some stalls, however there is lots on offer for regular Sydneysiders. The Rocks market could not be easier to get to as it's within walking distance of the CBD and Circular Quay. MAP: click here ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Eveleigh Farmers’ Market  The Eveleigh Farmers’ Market is held each Saturday from 8am to 1pm in the fantastic (and heritage-listed) Eveleigh Market which is an old renovated warehouse-shed in Darlington. The market opened in 2009 and currently has over 80 stall holders. From the website, the market features: "...a vast array of seasonal fresh and value-added produce including organic, bio dynamic foods from farmers and artisan food producers across New South Wales. The array of farm produce will encompass seasonal fruit and vegetables, nuts, organic pasta, free-range pork, artisan cheese, other dairy foods, and baked goods." Queen Victoria Markets it ain't, however it is a great venue and the range of produce on offer is impressive for a market which has just started out. It’s predicted to become a staple of the Sydney farmers' market scene. The market entrance is located at 243 Wilson St, Darlington. The market website has a good guide to getting to the market. Redfern train station is close by, and the market runs a shuttle service to nearby carparks. It’s a rustic venue, good range of food and definitely worth checking out. MAP: click here Back to top |
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| Check out these hot jobs… For further details on these jobs log onto www.seek.com and search for Sydney or Cairns jobs. CAIRNS
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Tips for getting active There are tremendous benefits in even a small amount of physical activity each day. This combined with healthy eating, it is the easiest way to reduce your waist measurement and lower your risk of chronic disease. Here you can find information on what being active really means and some helpful tips to get and keep you active. For best results to achieving a healthier lifestyle and reducing your risk of developing a chronic disease, combine physical activity with healthy eating. But first let’s find out how active you really are. Take a quiz: How physically active are you? Quiz Instructions: To complete the quiz write down your selection for each multiple choice question. In Step 2 you will calculate your total quiz score and in Step 3 you will receive your quiz result . Step 1: Complete the quiz Question 1: On average, how many days each week do you accumulate at least 30 minutes of physical activity over the day?
Using your answers from Step 1, calculate your total score by adding your points for each question. Q1 a - 1, b - 2, c - 0 Q2 a - 2, b- 0, c - 1 Q3 a - 0, b - 2, c - 1 Q4 a - 1, b - 2, c - 0 Q5 a - 2, b - 1, c - 0 Q6 a - 1, b - 0, c - 2 Q7 a - 2, b - 0, c - 1 Q8 a - 1, b - 2, c - 0 Q9 a - 0, b - 2, c -1 Q10 a - 0, b - 1, c - 2 Step 3: Check your result Between 0 and 7 points: You may need to change the way you think about physical activity. If you view it as an opportunity for improving health, rather than a time-wasting inconvenience, you will be taking a positive step towards better health and preventing illness. Or think of it this way… if you can’t find time to be active, you’ll need to make time to be sick! Between 8 and 14 points: You’re almost there! You are trying to increase your levels of physical activity by making small changes to your daily routine. Keep up the good work and keep an eye out for even more opportunities to build physical activity into your day. Between 15 and 20 points: Well done! You are thinking of movement as an opportunity, not an inconvenience, and are looking for ways to be active every day in as many ways as you can. Keep up the good work and you will reap the health benefits. Back to top |
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Chicken Chilli Burger
Method Flatten chicken breast with mallet. Heat oil in a frying pan then cook the chicken. Set aside |
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 EARN AN EASY $25 Attention Sydney siders! Join our guest referral program and EARN CASH Here’s how it works? Tell your friends and anyone you know about our houses in Sydney. If they decide to stay with us you get an instant $25 just for recommending them to us. Weekly rates We are a budget, style accommodation – beds in Sydney cost from $170 - $200 per week. If you love where you live in Sydney now - spread the word about our houses. How do I join the program? All you need to do is register with Ian and he’ll sort it out. You’ll be given referral cards and then it’s over to you to refer to friends. It’s important for you to tell people that they need to bring in the card at the time for booking for them to get the cheaper weekly rate and for you to get your $25 commission. This is how simple the program is - you get a reward for telling others about our houses. Tell as many people as you like – that’s more money for you! Back to top |
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