Things to do
Sydney abounds in things to do if you go before or stay after the conference. Whale watching, markets, museums and art galleries and a thousand other things.
More at www.sydney.com and www.visitnsw.com/
Tall ships and warships
One event that caught our eye was the International Fleet Review.
From 3-11 October 2013 the International Fleet Review will offer a spectacular program of naval events to celebrate the centenary of the Royal Australian Navy's fleet arrival in Sydney Harbour on 4 October 1913.
On this day, the flagship HMAS Australia led the new Australian Fleet of seven cruisers and destroyers (HMA Ships Melbourne, Sydney, Encounter, Warrego, Parramatta and Yarra) into Sydney Harbour for the first time.
The program will include: a tall ships parade; warships arrival; ceremonial fleet review; naval gun salutes; fixed wing and helicopter flypasts; aerial acrobatic displays; Sydney Harbour fireworks and light show; ships open to visitors; combined naval march through the streets of Sydney; military band concerts; Freedom of Entry parade in Parramatta; religious and memorial services; and sporting competitions.
For more information: www.navy.gov.au/IFR
Sponsors and displays
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