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The Rough Guide to Sydney tells you all there is to know about one of Australia''s most diverse and vibrant cities. From the Royal Botanical Gardens and Taronga Zoo to the chic bars and Bondi Beach, the 28-page, full-colour section highlights all the ''Things-not-to-miss''. The guide includes up-to-date listings of the city’s top hotels and restaurants, plus information on all the best bars, shops and clubs, to suit every budget. From bushwalking in the Blue Mountains to cruising on the Hawkesbury River, this guide has all the practical advice you will need. There is an additional chapter on The Southern Highlands and more ideas for walks around the city. The guide comes complete with maps and plans for the entire city.

A collection of short stories about women "on the road". These are tales of independent travel and subversions of the macho world of the road trip. Contributors include: Bidisha; Joanna Briscoe; Louise Doughty; Catherine Ford; Bridget O'Connor; Kathy Page; Emily Perkins; and Ali Smith.