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Accompanying partner & family activities - Organised by the conference organising committee
Tuesday, 28 October 2025

 

Blue Mountains (Full Day Tour) - cost $265pp

 

Our adventure begins in Glenbrook, the charming gateway town to the Blue Mountains, where we'll take a short break for coffee and a quick browse of the local shops. Next, we’ll head to Katoomba, the heart of the Blue Mountains, to marvel at the iconic Three Sisters and enjoy a guided walk with a local expert.

After that, get ready for an exhilarating ride on the Scenic Railway, the steepest railway in the world! We’ll also experience the southern hemisphere's steepest aerial cable car, soaring above kilometres of elevated rainforest boardwalks and breathtaking mountains.

We'll have some time for a short hike in the rainforest before stopping at a restaurant or café for a bite to eat. Finally, we’ll board the coach for a scenic drive back to the Novotel in North Wollongong. It’s going to be an unforgettable day!

 

                                                                                            

                                                                                                                                                                      
Wednesday, 29 October 2025

 

The Best of Sydney - Sydney Harbour, CBD, Beaches (Full Day Tour) - cost $165pp

We will board the coach for a scenic 2 hour drive into the Sydney CBD. Experience the the unforgettable highlights of Sydney City including Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Historic Rocks, Circular Quay and Royal Botannical Gardens. Learn the history, geography and urban culture. After this we head to the eastern suburbs past Kings Cross and Paddington, no trip is complete without seeing Bondi Beach. We will walk the famous promenade popular grazing ground for Sydneys café culture (guests can grab a quick coffee at their own cost). Enjoy the fresh air and views of the white sand beaches before jumping back on the bus heading to our last stop Watsons Bay. Watsons Bay Australia’s oldest fishing village where guests can dine at Watsons Bay hotel for a lovely seafood lunch

 

 
Thursday, 30 October 2025

Australia Wildlife and Scenic Tour (Half Day Tour) - cost $200pp
 

Let our expert driver and guide lead you on an adventure to discover some local hidden gems! As we depart from Wollongong, our first stop will be Symbio Wildlife Park, where you can get up close and personal with the locals—kangaroos and koalas!
Next, we’ll cruise along the Grand Pacific Drive to Bald Hill, where you can soak in panoramic views of the ocean, watch hang gliders soar, and admire the towering sea cliffs. We’ll then take a scenic drive along the Sea Cliff Bridge, where you might be lucky enough to spot migrating whales or seabirds.
To wrap up the day, we’ll enjoy lunch at either the Scarborough Hotel or The Imperial (Clifton) Hotel, both offering stunning ocean views. After a delightful meal, we’ll take a leisurely drive back to Wollongong. It’s going to be a memorable day filled

Other activities in the region include - Not organised by the conference organising committee
  • Golf
  • Beach Activities - Swimming, Surfing, Walks
  • Wineries
  • Deep sea fishing or boat tours
  • Wollongong art gallery
  • South Coast walk
  • Nan Tien Temple - Mindfulhttps://somup.com/cZXuhoJGmGhttps://somup.com/cZXuhoJGmGness and meditation
  • Treetop walk - Illawarra Fly
  • Symbio Wildlife Park
Day trips recommended in the region - Not organised by the conference organising committee
  • Sydney
  • Bowral for boutique shopping, cafes and restaurants
  • Berry - Scenic coastal town with lovely restaurants
  • Southern Highlands
Accompanying partner & family activities - Organised by the conference organising committee
Tuesday, 28 October 2025

 

Blue Mountains (Full Day Tour) - cost $265pp

 

Our adventure begins in Glenbrook, the charming gateway town to the Blue Mountains, where we'll take a short break for coffee and a quick browse of the local shops. Next, we’ll head to Katoomba, the heart of the Blue Mountains, to marvel at the iconic Three Sisters and enjoy a guided walk with a local expert.

After that, get ready for an exhilarating ride on the Scenic Railway, the steepest railway in the world! We’ll also experience the southern hemisphere's steepest aerial cable car, soaring above kilometres of elevated rainforest boardwalks and breathtaking mountains.

We'll have some time for a short hike in the rainforest before stopping at a restaurant or café for a bite to eat. Finally, we’ll board the coach for a scenic drive back to the Novotel in North Wollongong. It’s going to be an unforgettable day!

 

                                                                                            

                                                                                                                                                                      
Wednesday, 29 October 2025

 

The Best of Sydney - Sydney Harbour, CBD, Beaches (Full Day Tour) - cost $165pp

We will board the coach for a scenic 2 hour drive into the Sydney CBD. Experience the the unforgettable highlights of Sydney City including Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Historic Rocks, Circular Quay and Royal Botannical Gardens. Learn the history, geography and urban culture. After this we head to the eastern suburbs past Kings Cross and Paddington, no trip is complete without seeing Bondi Beach. We will walk the famous promenade popular grazing ground for Sydneys café culture (guests can grab a quick coffee at their own cost). Enjoy the fresh air and views of the white sand beaches before jumping back on the bus heading to our last stop Watsons Bay. Watsons Bay Australia’s oldest fishing village where guests can dine at Watsons Bay hotel for a lovely seafood lunch

 

 
Thursday, 30 October 2025

Australia Wildlife and Scenic Tour (Half Day Tour) - cost $200pp
 

Let our expert driver and guide lead you on an adventure to discover some local hidden gems! As we depart from Wollongong, our first stop will be Symbio Wildlife Park, where you can get up close and personal with the locals—kangaroos and koalas!
Next, we’ll cruise along the Grand Pacific Drive to Bald Hill, where you can soak in panoramic views of the ocean, watch hang gliders soar, and admire the towering sea cliffs. We’ll then take a scenic drive along the Sea Cliff Bridge, where you might be lucky enough to spot migrating whales or seabirds.
To wrap up the day, we’ll enjoy lunch at either the Scarborough Hotel or The Imperial (Clifton) Hotel, both offering stunning ocean views. After a delightful meal, we’ll take a leisurely drive back to Wollongong. It’s going to be a memorable day filled

Other activities in the region include - Not organised by the conference organising committee
  • Golf
  • Beach Activities - Swimming, Surfing, Walks
  • Wineries
  • Deep sea fishing or boat tours
  • Wollongong art gallery
  • South Coast walk
  • Nan Tien Temple - Mindfulhttps://somup.com/cZXuhoJGmGhttps://somup.com/cZXuhoJGmGness and meditation
  • Treetop walk - Illawarra Fly
  • Symbio Wildlife Park
Day trips recommended in the region - Not organised by the conference organising committee
  • Sydney
  • Bowral for boutique shopping, cafes and restaurants
  • Berry - Scenic coastal town with lovely restaurants
  • Southern Highlands

Wollongong

Centennial Vinyards - Southern Highlands
Shops in Berry
Wollongong Golf Club
Deep sea fishing

Further information

www.visitnsw.com/
www.australia.com/en/places/new-south-wales.html
www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast

Acknowledgement of Country

The Australian Veterinary Association would like to show their respect and acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Dharawal Country, Elders past and present, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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