Watch out, Sydney - we have arrived, beanies and all!
We set out from Jindabyne at 8am and took a leisurely five hour bus ride to Sydney. We hopped on a ferry and cruised the harbour with magnificent views of the the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.
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| Sydney icon - beanie, bridge or Opera House? |
The snow was an amazing experience on Wednesday. The first
half hour was hard work and I was not sure about going down the J-bar run until
Will pushed me. The blue run was very steep and fast but I able to ski down
without crashing or falling. Sebastian
I enjoyed the harbour cruise and I was a bit seasick but I
still had fun. I also enjoyed watching a man in the park feed a flock of
seagulls. Wisal
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| We were on song at the Opera House |
I enjoyed the cruise on the harbour and learned a lot from
the lady commentating about the harbour. I will sleep very well tonight because
I ate a lot of food, especially pizza at the food court. Alexia
I loved going on the harbour cruise because whenever you
stood up on the top deck you swayed around and it felt like you were on a
rollercoaster. I also enjoyed looking at the history of Sydney Harbour. Kathleen
Going to Sydney for the first time was very exciting and
being able to go on the harbour cruise was fantastic. Jessica
I sent spent most of the five hour trip to Sydney sleeping
but I was rewarded with seeing Sydney for the first time. I saw beautiful views
of Sydney harbour cruise. I will remember this day as one of the highlights of
the trip. Sanchia
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| Mr Beiers' group - the "Prime Ministers"! |
Today when we were going to Sydney by bus we watched some
movies to keep us entertained and after the movies I fell asleep for one hour.
I enjoyed the cruise on the harbour but almost died when the wind blew my
beanie off. Luckily I caught it. We did a flash mob but it was a little awkward
because we had no music. Victor
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| Ok - there it is - the photo with our beanies! |
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| Look what I bought with my money! |
Today I thoroughly enjoyed going to the food court and spending all the money with my friends to buy lots of food! I also liked the view of the city at night as we walked along the harbour. Josh W
I was thrilled when I saw the Sydney Opera House and the
Sydney Harbour Bridge for the first time. I got very seasick on the harbour
cruise and I can’t wait to see you tomorrow. Love you all. Elissa
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| Are we there yet????? Video clips from the snow: |
Hi Sarah,
ReplyDeleteOh wow, what an exciting day - maybe except for the bus trip! I was thinking today how thoroughly saw my ears are going to be when you get back! Am looking forward to all the great things you are going to tell me about. Dad, Ryan and myself had an enjoyable night tonight -we bought someone their birthday present! Have a wonderful day tomorrow. Will be thinking of you. Love Mum, Dad and Ryanxxx
Hi Gemma
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your last day. We are glad you are coming home. The panda is going feral without her big sister.
Hi Ella, can't believe you adventure is nearly over!! Can't wait for you to be home, it is way to quiet. See you tomorrow. Love mum and Charlotte and nan
ReplyDeleteDearest Michael
ReplyDeleteGlad that you & all arrived safely in Sydney and are enjoying the time there. It must be rather chilly in Sydney because it is the first time all the teachers put on their their jacket and beanie. Wish you will have another lovely day tomorrow. Cannot wait to see you tomorrow and to hear the amazing stories. Take care
Love Dad & mum
Kathleen
ReplyDeleteGlad you didn't get your dad's stomach for boats! What a long day you had. Sounds like a good one though. Absolutely great photo in front of the Opera House! Enjoy the rest of your say in Sydney and we look forward to having you back tomorrow night.
Travel well.
lots of love
Dad , Mum , Sean and ozzie
Dearest Michael
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see you tomorrow night.Mum and dad are going to work only half a day tomorrow so we can get everything ready to welcome you home.Just to let you know you had a letter today from your 2013 high school informing you that the Year 8 class placement 2 hours diagnostic tests is scheduled on Saturday, 27 Oct. Love Mum
Hi Spenser,
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your last day! Sounds like you have had an awesome time. Love ya, catch ya.
Mum, Dad and Tink
Hi Lissy,
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are loving Sydney. I cant wait for you to get home because I am tired of being out numbered by boys in this house! Need you back ASAP so that you , me and Daisy can even up the score! See you soon , love you heaps, Mum.
Hi Will and Riley,
ReplyDeleteLooks like the weather has been fantastic. Hope it stays that way for the next week. See you tonight at the airport ready for another long car trip,
Mum and Dad
I was looking forward to a video of your flash mob on the steps of the Opera House to show Sam and Megan from Dance Fever before they left!!!!! Oh well.... I hope you didn't forget to record it for all of us who couldn't come to watch and enjoy?????? Take care on your trip back and see you after the holidays. Miss McCarthy
ReplyDeleteDear Travellers,
ReplyDeleteMan, that must have been a fun-filled bus trip with all those teachers asleep! Glad you made it to Sydney OK without Mrs Peasey's superior navigating skills... she's a whiz on that iPhone! Speaking of which, we'll have to work on your cinematography skills next term, Mr Leeson. ....Although the selfie on skis was terribly impressive! Very art house.
Have a wonderful return trip everyone. You're obviously all very sorely missed at home - quite understandable of course! Now don't you believe any siblings who try to tell you otherwise! You'll all be tired after an action-packed and exciting week with friends and wonderful teachers. There's going to be some adjusting to do as you settle back into normality. Just remember how much your families have missed you and how patiently they've waited to hear your Canberra/Sydney stories first hand. SOME of us have to wait until next term... aarrggghhh!
Until then,
Safe and happy holidays,
Mrs M
PS Mr Leeson the BLOGGER???? Who would've thought? What an AMAZING achievement, Mrs P!!
Love the Video's Mr Leeson.You have been watching to much Bear Grylls eh.
ReplyDeleteHi Seb,
ReplyDeleteIt was good to read a brief comment about your time in the snow, it sounds like you had fun.
Looking at all the photos that have been posted, it appears you've all been very lucky to have great weather. I hope you've enjoyed Sydney and ate up big last night, it sounds like you've had some great food away, well unfortunately it's back to home cooked meals soon.
It was good to see some video footage of a few of you while skiing, great job. Mr Leeson with skill like that you could get a job as a camera man on the "Wide World Of Sports".
I't sounds like the teachers will need to come home for some rest and relaxation after all that fun.
Enjoy the last few hours of your adventure and we'll see you at the airport tonight.
Love, Dad, Mum and Laura xxx