School holidays: List of attractions that accept Parents NSW Vouchers
From animal encounters to getting physical outdoors, there is something for everyone to do these school holidays. Here’s just a snapshot of venues that accept Parents NSW vouchers.
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Spectacular stage shows and freshly spruced attractions have Sydney roaring back to life these school holidays.
Dine & Discover NSW vouchers expire Thursday, but the NSW Government’s Parents NSW vouchers are redeemable until October 9, easing cost-of-living pressure while helping keep kids entertained over the coming weeks.
Data by the department of Customer Service shows almost 40 per cent of applicants have redeemed the Parents NSW Vouchers, with more than $114m already injected into thousands of businesses across the state since the program opened this year.
However, 1.7m of these vouchers are left unredeemed, so it’s important to use them before you lose them.
“There are a lot of expenses in a family budget and these vouchers are there to help,” minister for customer service and digital government, Victor Dominello, said.
“They’re super simple, super convenient and you don’t need a receipt, so please take advantage of them.”
The five $50 Parents NSW Vouchers can be used at participating NSW businesses. For more information or to apply, visit service.nsw.gov.au.
From animal encounters and workshops to getting physical outdoors, there is something for everyone to do and plenty of ways to have fun.
Here’s just a snapshot of venues and activities that accept Parents NSW vouchers.
ENCOUNTER FRIENDLY ANIMALS
See Sydney’s only rhino, Tino, explore his new habitat and wallow in the mud at Sydney Zoo. Kids can also encounter lions, hyenas, giraffes and more while making their way along the African boardwalk. Use your Parents NSW Voucher on close-up animal encounters or get free entry all year round with an Unlimited Pass. sydneyzoo.com
HAVE A SUPER MAGICAL TIME
The Tony Award-winning production of Mary Poppins is currently on at the Sydney Lyric Theatre. Sing along to Jolly Holiday, Feed the Birds and more. marypoppinsmusical.com.au
DIVE INTO A WORLD OF COLOUR
Head to Sea Life Sydney Aquarium and Wild Life Sydney Zoo to search for colourful creatures through nine interactive zones. Learn the purpose to the colours as you complete an adventure storybook while admiring venomous lionfish, black-tip reef sharks and red-collared lorikeets. visitsealife.com; wildlifesydney.com.au
RACE YOUR HEART OUT
Did you know Australia’s top indoor electric go-kart track is located in a car park at Moore Park’s Entertainment Quarter? Hyper Karting allows Sydneysiders to race around a 410m all weather track while hitting speeds of up to 50km/h. hyperkarting.com.au
STEP ON SET WITH JACOB ELORDI
Put your acting skills to the test with Jacob Elordi in the ultimate screen audition at Madame Tussauds Sydney. Grab a prop and deliver the lines to Jacob’s eyes in hopes of nailing the audition. Then, await feedback from the director’s chair. madametussauds.com/sydney
WATCH THE TWITS LIVE
You’ve read the book, now get to the Sydney Opera House and experience this family classic from the mind of top storyteller Roald Dahl live on stage from July 2-17. sydneyoperahouse.com
PAINT THE TOWN ROUGE
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has arrived at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre. See Baz Luhrmann’s iconic film come to life on stage, remixed to include additions from artists such as Adele, Katy Perry and Sia. moulinrougemusical.com
EXPERIENCE 360-DEGREE VIEWS
Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of up to 80km, stretching as far as the Blue Mountains from the Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck. Step outside into the open air on the tallest building in our city for a breath-taking 60-minute SKYWALK tour. sydneytowereye.com.au
BRING OUT THE POPCORN
Dominating dinosaurs, an Asgardian god of thunder, a space ranger with a feline sidekick – there are movies for all the family these holidays. Head to Hoyts or Event Cinemas for edge-of-your-seat flicks including Lightyear, Jurassic World: Dominion and Thor: Love and Thunder (out July 6). hoyts.com.au; eventcinemas.com.au
MAKE FURRY FRIENDS
Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park is celebrating its 50th Birthday in July so get closer to Australia’s incredible native wildlife. Hand feed wallabies and kangaroos, pat a koala, waddle alongside penguins and come face-to-face with amazingly unique Aussie birds. featherdale.com.au
EXPAND YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Put your science and cultural knowledge to the test with a visit to the Australian Museum. Discover its newest addition, Burra, a permanent learning and play space opening on July 2, or get your hands dirty in the Ancient Builders workshop and create your own miniature house from July 4-5. australianmuseum.net.au
PICK UP A NEW SKILL
Trying a new activity is often easier when the weather cools down. At Sydney Olympic Park, you can choose from junior park rangers workshops, monster skatepark or circus arts. sydneyolympicpark.com.au
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CELEBRATE THE MAGIC OF LOVE
After three years, Disney On Ice returns with Into The Magic opening in Sydney from July 13-17. Watch as your favourite characters, including Mickey Mouse, Elsa and Coco, travel across raging seas, snow-covered mountains and the Marigold Bridge. disneyonice.com/en-au
ENJOY HIGH TEA
Don some sparkles and trot into The Langham for high tea with your favourite little lady or gentleman from July 4-15. The hotel’s genteel surrounds will be awash with sunshine, fairy bread and rainbows as children sip smoothies from fine china, enjoy a tiered tray of treats, a screening of the new My Little Pony Netflix special, and a gift to take home. kitchensonkent.com
CHEER FOR THE GLOBETROTTERS
The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters will make their long-awaited return to Sydney on July 3 as part of the Spread Game tour. Witness some of the world’s best athletes execute unbelievable feats of ball handling, trick shots and comedy. nbl.com.au
ENJOY A WINTER WONDERLAND
Embrace the magic of Christmas at the Entertainment Quarter from July 8-17. Explore the winter food markets, take a walk down Selfie Lane or hop on board the Santa Express. christmaswinterwonderland.com.au
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN LEGO
Head to the Lego Con event from July 9-10 at the Sydney Showground. The free event will give kids a chance to immerse themselves in a world of Lego play and experience Lego family favourites in real life. There will also be a special live Lego Brick experience hosted by Ryan “Brickman” McNaught. eventbrite.com
INDULGE IN CHOCOLATE
All things chocolate will be the focus of four days of festivities at Junee in the NSW Riverina starting on July 7. Junee Licorice and Chocolate factory, Australia’s largest home of locally made organic chocolate, will be joining local pubs, restaurants and entertainment providers to create a party atmosphere with chocolate on the menu everywhere. juneelicoriceandchocolate.com
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