Haven't we all at some point in time fantasized about stepping through a cinema/TV screen and into the world of our favourite movies and television shows? I certainly have!

With its modern, urban setting and stunning harbour, it is easy to see why Sydney leads the way as an ideal and versatile shooting destination. Movies shot here have been set in New York (Godzilla: Final Wars, Kangaroo Jack), Chicago (The Matrix and sequels), London (Birthday Girl), Seville (Mission Impossible 2), Bombay (Holy Smoke), Darwin (Australia), Myanmar (Stealth), Mars (Red Planet) and the fictitious city of Metropolis (Superman Returns, Babe: Pig in the City).

Whether popular landmarks or off the beaten track locations that are often hard to find, you can now explore Sydney in a fun and unique way with the SYDNEY ON SCREEN walking guides. Catering to Sydneysiders as much as visitors, the guides have something to offer everyone, from history, architecture and movie buffs to nature lovers.

See where productions such as Superman Returns, The Matrix and sequels, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Candy, Mission Impossible 2, Mao's Last Dancer, Babe: Pig in the City, Kangaroo Jack, The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, Muriel's Wedding, The Bold and the Beautiful, Oprah's Ultimate Australian Adventure and many more were filmed.

Maps and up-to-date information on Sydney's attractions are provided to help you plan your walk. Pick and choose from the suggested itinerary to see as little or as much of the city as you like.

So, come and discover the landscapes and locations that draw filmmakers to magical Sydney, and walk in the footsteps of the stars!

A GREAT ALTERNATIVE TO EXPENSIVE TOURS, YOU CAN NOW ENJOY EXPLORING SYDNEY FOR UNDER $10 WITH THE SYDNEY ON SCREEN WALKING GUIDES. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT US AT SYDNEYONSCREEN@HOTMAIL.COM

Subscribe to the blog and keep up with all the latest Aussie film and entertainment news. Read about what the stars are up to, who's in town, what movies are currently filming or being promoted. Locate us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sydneyonscreen and "like" our page!

Sydney on Screen walking guides now on sale!

Click on the picture above to see a preview of all four walking guides and on the picture below to see larger stills of Sydney movie and television locations featured in the slideshow!

Copyright © 2011 by Luke Brighty / Unless otherwise specified, all photographs on this blog copyright © 2011 by Luke Brighty


Sydney on Screen guides are now available for purchase at the following outlets:

Travel Concierge, Sydney International Airport, Terminal 1 Arrivals Hall (between gates A/B and C/D), Mascot - Ph: 1300 40 20 60

The Museum of Sydney shop, corner of Bridge & Phillip Streets, Sydney - Ph: (02) 9251 4678

The Justice & Police Museum shop, corner of Albert & Phillip Streets, Sydney - Ph: (02) 9252 1144

The Mint shop, 10 Macquarie Street, Sydney - Ph: (02) 8239 2416

Hyde Park Barracks shop, Queen Square, Sydney - Ph: (02) 8239 2311

Travel Up! (travel counter) c/o Wake Up Sydney Central, 509 Pitt Street, Sydney - Ph (02) 9288 7888

The Shangri-La Hotel (concierge desk), 176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, Sydney - Ph: (02) 9250 6018

The Sebel Pier One (concierge desk), 11 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay, Sydney - Ph: (02) 8298 9901

The Radisson Plaza Hotel Sydney (concierge desk), 27 O'Connell Street, Sydney - Ph: (02) 8214 0000

The Sydney Marriott Circular Quay (concierge desk), 30 Pitt Street, Sydney - Ph: (02) 9259 7000

Boobook on Owen, 1/68 Owen Street, Huskisson - Ph: (02) 4441 8585


NSW, interstate and international customers can order copies of Sydney on Screen using PayPal. Contact us at sydneyonscreen@hotmail.com to inquire about cost and shipping fees.


All four volumes of Sydney on Screen are available to download onto your PC or Kindle at:
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Kylie serenades the Queen at Diamond Jubilee concert

Kylie Minogue
Kylie on stage at the Diamond Jubilee concert. Picture: Getty



NewsCore reports

There was a star-studded international cast and the flag-waving fanfare of an adoring public, but it was a subdued Queen who attended a Diamond Jubilee concert in her honour, without her devoted consort.

As Prince Philip recuperated in hospital just a few kilometres away receiving treatment for a bladder infection, the Queen was a late arrival for today's concert outside the front gates of Buckingham Palace, part of the celebrations for her 60-year reign.

"The only sad thing about this evening is that my father couldn't be here with us because unfortunately he has taken unwell," Prince Charles told the crowd.

Arriving at the custom-built arena in the palace forecourt, some 90 minutes after the concert officially kicked off, the 86-year-old Queen wore a full-length dark cape, gave only a simple wave, and was later reportedly seen wearing yellow earplugs.

While the monarch missed performances by upbeat Jessie J, hula-hooping Grace Jones, salmon-suited Cliff Richard, Welsh crooner Tom Jones and a duet by Gary Barlow and Cheryl Cole, Australian songstress Kylie Minogue performed to a full royal box.

Dressed in a black shorts suit with silver trim, including the outline of a crown on the back of her jacket, Minogue entered the stage with her trademark skip before singing a medley of her hits including Spinning Around, Can't Get You Out Of My Head, Step Back In Time, and All The Lovers.

Minogue had earlier tweeted a photo of herself in a distinctly enormous plastic poncho as she waited backstage during rehearsals.

"We have seen tonight some incredible performances. We have had opera, pop, rock, swing, punk, wrap, instruments and trumpets and drummers. If I had known I would have brought along my didgeridoo and wobble board," Harris said.

"We are here celebrating a generous and compassionate lady who has given 60 years of service to the people of Great Britain and the Commonwealth. She has been an inspiration to millions, she's touched hearts throughout the world ... We wish you a healthy and happy and long reign."

Indigenous Australian guitarist and vocalist Gurrumul came on stage for a live performance of Sing, a song specially written for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and featuring some 200 artists from across the Commonwealth.

Flags waved madly and some dancing movement could be seen from the royal box which housed many senior family members including Charles and wife Camilla, Prince William and wife Catherine, Prince Harry, Prince Edward and wife Sophie.

Following rousing performances by a swinging and suited Robbie Williams, a sparkling Shirley Bassey, and Elton John who offered the Queen his "congratulations on a great achievement", came an amazing finale.

From atop the palace, British band Madness played their hits Our House and It Must Be Love, before handing over the stage to Sir Paul McCartney who presented some Beatles classics and the theme from the James Bond movie Live and Let Die during which the stage came alive with fireworks.

"Your Majesty, a Diamond Jubilee is a unique and special event. Some of us have had the joy of spending three jubilees with you and I have the medals to prove it," heir to the throne, Charles said, inspiring audience laughter.

"This is an opportunity to thank you and my father for always being there for us ... and for making us proud to be British ... proud to be part of something as unique as the Commonwealth which through your leadership, has given us that essential sense of unity through diversity."

Appearing on stage in a gold lame cocktail dress, the sovereign remained tight-lipped through her eldest son's speech and a moving rendition of God Save The Queen, before lighting the national beacon and triggering a spectacular fireworks display.

Channel Nine will show the concert at 8pm (AEST) tonight.


Kylie Minogue poncho
Kylie in a plastic poncho before heading on stage. Picture: TwitteFellow Australian Rolf Harris also took to the stage as a presenter throughout the concert.


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