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Mardi Gras Celebrates 41 Years…FEARLESS!

23 February, 2019 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

Whether you are looking at attending yourself or in support of a friend, family member or local community, watching the Mardi Gras Parade or streaming live no matter what side of the fence you sit can be a lot of fun.  A couple of things you need to know about Mardi Gras…

When Is the Mardi Gras?

Sydney Mardi Gras is celebrating 41 years with one of the most colourful and creative parades to attend this year being held on 2rd March, 2019.

Who is performing at Mardi Gras?

The year’s Mardi Gras Party is set to have one of the most diverse line-ups yet, featuring a slew of local and international DJs including: Amanda Louise, Ben Drayton, Brooke Powers, Butch le Butch, DJ Charlie Villas, DJ Hamo, The Dollar Bin Darlings, Dom De Sousa, Feisty, HipHopHoe, Kitty Glitter, Magda Bytnerowicz, Matt Jay, SVETA, Toy Armada (PH) & DJ GRIND (USA) and Victoria Anthony. source: http://www.mardigras.org.au/events/mardi-gras-party

What is the theme of Mardi Gras 2019?  

“Fearless does not mean we have no fear – everyone experiences fear, it’s a part of who we are. Fearless means living our lives in a courageous way, taking action despite your fears. 

If we can develop fearlessness there is no limit to what we can achieve. Just look at what has been accomplished by LGBTQI advocates, activists, individuals and groups that through fearlessness have stood up for who they are, who they want to be, for equality and inclusion, ensuring other LGBTQI people feel supported, accepted and safe.

Mardi Gras is an opportunity for all of us to shine, express who we are and be a beacon of LGBTQI pride for those among us who are still finding the strength to be who they are. So don’t let fear hold us back – take risks, be strong, courageous, and be proud and let’s all come together at Mardi Gras 2019 and celebrate fearlessly.

Produced with SBS and featuring many fearless members of our LGBQI communities, watch our 2019 Mardi Gras theme video below:” source: http://www.mardigras.org.au/fearless

Rachael’s Top Tips for Best Vantage Points

Happy Mardi Gras from Rachael Goldsworthy Realty

1/ Like in real estate Location, Location, Location is key! So plan to arrive early to get the best vantage spot.
2/ When buying a home you want to know the local amenities and facilities available, so ensure you know your go to places to purchase food and water, and toilet stops for the night.
3/Spending long days searching for that perfect home, nobody wants to get “Hangry” in the process, so ensure you carry water and snacks just in case you cannot find a vendor in time, your friends will love you for it.
4/ Similar to our open homes where we want to ensure the safety of our attendees, therefore keep an eye on your friends and belongings and stay together to have a safe and enjoyable night out. Carry only the essentials and avoid bulky items.
5/ Like wandering the streets for hours for the perfect home, it is a must to wear comfortable shoes and clothing, dress for the Mardi Gras Event and weather forecast.

A couple of other things you need to know about Mardi Gras…

What is Mardi Gras?

And whether you are up for a party or not The City of Sydney certainly knows how to host one of the best parties of the year! Bursting into life with a full calendar of special and annual signature events that celebrate all things rainbow attracting approximately 20,000 local, interstate and international visitors, providing them with an experience that cultivates a sense of culture and community which equally commemorates the vibrant history of Mardi Gras since inception by the 78ers.

 Want to watch Mardi Gras Sydney 2019?

You can take advantage of a roadside possie along Oxford Street leading up to Taylor Square. A couple of other venues you could visit as you follow the parade up Oxford Street are Beresford Hotel,  Stonewall Hotel  Open from 5 p.m. and tickets start from $22, The Oxford Hotel – Open from 10 a.m. with entertainment from 7 p.m., The Colombian Hotel – Open from 9 a.m., The Courthouse Hotel – Open all day. The Flinders – Doors open from 4pm and DJ’s from 10 p.m.,  VIP Viewing – Sideshow – Flinders St, Darlinghurst  7pm – 11pm, From $61 + booking fees, Wheelchair Accessible.

What to wear to Mardi Gras 2019?

The great thing about Mardi Gras as you can dress in whatever you like, but most importantly, simply be yourself.

Is the Mardi Gras on TV?

Yes, it will be streamed live from 7pm on Facebook and SBS Demand and if you can’t make it on the night, it will also be broadcast on SBS Demand – Saturday 2rd March at 7:25pm with all our favourite hosts including Magda Szubanski, Patrick Abboud, Joel Creasey and Urzila Carlson for our special Mardi Gras broadcast, including hilarious Mardi Gras commentary, a behind the scenes look at the parade and insightful stories that delve deeper into the issues faced by the LGBT+ community.”

Source Online:

“2019 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is one of the world’s largest and most high profile LGBTIQ+ celebrations. Having started as a civil rights protest in 1978, Mardi Gras has grown into an opportunity to celebrate diversity, equality, inclusion and pride on a global scale.

Following last year’s historic same-sex marriage vote, this year’s Mardi Gras will be a celebration of how far the LGBTIQ+ communities and their allies have come in the last 41 years, as well as a reflection on the community’s hopes for the future.

The television broadcast will feature the best and brightest floats and costumes in the parade, interviews with special guest and celebrities.”

Online source: https://tvtonight.com.au/2019/02/airdate-2019-sydney-gay-and-lesbian-mardi-gras.html

Whatever you find yourself doing this weekend, Happy Mardi Gras!

Rachael 🌈

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Filed Under: Celebrations, Community Update, Events, Family, Food, Fun Days Tagged With: BeresfordHotel, Cher, CourthouseHotel, Mardi, MardiGras, Stonewall, Sydney, TheColombianHotel, TheFlinders, TheOxfordHotel, VIPVIewing

Get a FREE Personalised Letter from Santa postmarked by the North Pole!

21 November, 2018 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

Rachael has arranged a FREE Personalised letter from Santa for everyone. Every year, children all over the world write letters to Santa hoping that he will receive their letter and grant them their wishes. Imagine the excitement if your child were to receive a letter from the big man himself, specifically addressed to them?

SEND YOUR REQUEST TO SANTA

To receive your FREE Personalised letter from Santa please send your loved one’s name, address and age to rachael@rachaelgoldsworthy.com.au and I will make sure your request is received in time to receive a letter from Santa for Christmas.

And if you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out to me on 0245779964.

Rachael 🎅

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Filed Under: Celebrations, Children, Christmas, Community Update, Events, Family, Featured Articles, Fun Days, Hawkesbury, school holidays, Videos Tagged With: christmas, Christmas in the Hawkesbury, free santa letter, north pole, postmarked north pole, santa, santa letter, Windsor

Happy Mother’s Day

7 May, 2018 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

Don’t forget it is Mother’s Day this Sunday! Thinking of arranging something special for your Mum? Maybe breakfast in bed, a special hand-made present from the kids, a day out? I have put together a list of go to places for your Mum as they are all so special and deserve to be rewarded every day however at the very least this Sunday.

Let us know what you have planned.

Rachael ????????????????????

For floral arrangements:
Haus 101
McGraths Hill Florist
Angel’s Florist

Clothing:
Rockmans

Facials and beauty treatments:
Gallery 20
Villa Thalgo

Brunch or lunch with Mum:
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury
Simons Cafe Windsor
Crepe Escape Windsor
Tractor 828

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Filed Under: Celebrations, Children, Community Update, Education, Events, Family, Food, Fun Days, Hawkesbury, Housing, Motivational, Real Estate

Things to do in the Hawkesbury these School Holidays

12 April, 2018 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

  • Time for a family flick with a couple of movies bound to keep everyone happy? Richmond Regent have all the family picks http://www.richmondregent.com.au/ including Peter Rabbit and Sherlock Gnomes.
  • Visit the local Hawkesbury Central Library Service either Windsor or Richmond and borrow your favourite book to read or dvd to watch. You can join for free. http://www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au/
  • Planet X – Go trampolining in Richmond – http://planetxent.com.au/
  • Windsor Tenpin Bowling – Make a strike at http://windsorbowl.com.au/
  • Visit the local Government Park or Howes Park and enjoy a waterside picnic.
  • Ride your bike through Howes Park through to Deerubbin Park, start point from The Terrace, Windsor.
  • Ride your bike along the bike track on Windsor Road from Windsor through to Rouse Hill and enjoy a reward at one of the local cafes at the end of your ride.
  • Visit Lime & Coconut Café for their signature lime & coconut cheesecake with the kids’ favourite milkshake http://www.limeandcoconutcafe.com.au/
  • Hawkesbury Regional Museum – soak up some local history http://www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au/museum
  • Try out some new aerial tricks at the local Skate Park – Clarendon near the Richmond RAAF Base or McGraths Hill http://www.skateboard.com.au/skateparks/australia/clarendon-skate-park/
  • Australiana Pioneer Village – Atmosphere and activities of life over 100 years ago http://theapv.org.au
  • Tobruk Sheep Station – Farm Visits and Stays – http://www.tobruksydney.com.au/
  • Trees Adventure – Yarramundi – Swing like Tarzan from more than 70 Sydney Blue Gums bordering the River listening to Bell Birds or watching the Sea Eagle soar above http://treesadventure.com.au/
  • Go Karting – Butterfly Farm, 446 Wilberforce Rd, Wilberforce NSW 2756 – Adrenaline packed day out
  • Icecream Shop Café – 89 George Street, Windsor – grab an ice cream and take a walk down George Street or by the Hawkesbury River on The Terrace.

These are just some ideas for what to do in the Hawkesbury during the school holidays.  Feel free to add other ideas for the community, I would love to hear your thoughts or comments.

Enjoy the holidays with the kids and if you have any further questions on the Hawkesbury I would be more than happy to assist.

Rachael 🙂

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How to Celebrate Easter in the Hawkesbury

27 March, 2018 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

Here are our top 10 ways to celebrate this Easter in the Hawkesbury.

Royal Easter Show1. Fancy a day of rides, your favourite showbags, meeting the barn yard babies and an agricultural experience? The Royal Easter show is on from Friday 23 March until Tuesday 3rd April, 2018 at Sydney Olympic Park. For more details contact 02 9704 1111 or visit eastershow.com.au

2. Hop into Mares Mini Lop Bunnies and Accessories to meet the Easter Bunny and have a special family photo with the Easter Bunny. Call them to let them know you will be coming to see them and all their little friends or visit the website.
Mares Mini Lop Bunnies and Accessories
592 Londonderry Rd, Londonderry, NSW 2753
For more details and to RSVP contact 0422 355 852

Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley3. Enjoy an Easter Sunday Breakfast with the whole family at Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley. A selection of delicious hot and cold menu items will be available – traditional buffet breakfast in addition to some special Easter treats.
Sunday 1st April 2018 in the Gazebo from 7.30am to 10.30am
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley
61 Hawkesbury Valley Way, Windsor
Bookings are essential. Call 02 4577 4222 or email sales.cphawkesburyvalley@ihg.com for more information or to make a booking.

4. Easter at The Australiana Pioneer Village is one not to miss. With a special visit from the Easter Bunny, Easter egg hunts, Easter games and craft activities, it is sure to be a great family day out.
The Australiana Pioneer Village, Wilberforce.
Sunday 1st April and Monday 2nd April
Rose Street, Wilberforce
For further details contact (02) 4575 1777 or visit theapv.org.au

Windsor Seafoods5. Is Seafood a tradition for you over this festive period? Then Windsor Seafood is the place to be, with a delicious mix of hot and cold Seafood, it is sure to be a winner this Easter.
Open all long weekend 11:00am – 8:00pm
Windsor Seafoods
74 George Street, Windsor
For further details contact 02 4577 4222

6. Visit The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount Tomah for an Easter Egg Adventure the whole family will enjoy. Use the Easter Adventure map to hop through the Garden and find the 5 activity stations. Complete the fun physical challenges, stamp the passport and collect your egg. The adventure is suitable for children aged 5-12 years and their families. Cost is $7 per child with each participating child requiring a ticket to receive their passport and collect a prize. Assisting adults free of charge. Bookings are essential – click here to book. The Easter Egg Adventure will be held 30th & 31st March, 1st & 2nd April at 9:30 – 12:30pm or 12:30pm – 5:00pm.

Easter Egg Hunt7. Make your Easter Eggstra special with a Family Easter egg hunt. With many great locations and parks within the Hawkesbury it may be the perfect day to visit one of our local parks. Howe Park, Government Park, Macquarie Park and Glossodia Park-Woodbury Reserve.

8. Like cooking? Try your hand at making an Easter Cake for the family.

9. Looking for something to make with the kids? Why not try making an Easter Tree which is a traditional custom from some European countries. People would make an arrangement from things collected on a nature walk such as twigs, branches, flowers and then add decorated empty eggs to make an Easter Tree. Click here for some great ideas.

St Matthews Anglican Church Windsor10. Celebrate Easter by attending a local Church Service. Attend services at historic St Matthews Anglican Church in Windsor at 9:00am on Good Friday and 8:00am and 10:00am on Easter Sunday. Visit windsoranglican.asn.au. Attend mass on Easter Sunday at St Monica’s Church Richmond at 7:30am, 9:30am or 5:30pm or at St Gregory’s Church Kurrajong at 8:00am. Visit parishofrichmond.org.au for more information.

Enjoy your Easter in the Hawkesbury and let me know if you need more information on the local area or I can be of further assistance with your real estate needs.

Rachael ????

Photo credits: Sydney.com, Hotels Combined and Hawkesbury Gazette

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Things to do in the Hawkesbury – Join us for Earth Hour 2018 – #Connect2Earth ????

22 March, 2018 · Posted by Rachael Goldsworthy

#Connect2Earth is a challenge to switch off during Earth Hour and reconnect with the natural environment.

From the national treasure of the Great Barrier Reef, to our iconic koala in the forest, to the much-loved penguins of Antarctica – our unique biodiversity, meaning the wildlife and the natural places we love, face a perilous future if we don’t step up to protect our planet (and our home!) from the impacts of climate change.

So this Earth Hour, it’s easy for all Australians to show they care: just switch off and #Connect2Earth and you will amplify the national conversation on climate change.

For more information, visit earthhour.org.au

Join me for Earth Hour on Saturday 24 March 2018 between 8:30 – 9:30pm.

Rachael ????

#Connect2Earth #EarthHour #RachaelGoldsworthyRealty #PlacesWeLove #switchoff

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