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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Romance leaves farmers in its dust

Farmer Wants A Wife
Sam and Jodie. Source: Supplied


Holly Byrnes, The Herald Sun, reports

The drought continues for four of the six bachelors who thought they'd found love on Channel 9 dating series The Farmer Wants A Wife.

The season final ended with five couplings, including one romance host Natalie Gruzlewski speculated would end in a wedding invitation.

But after the credits rolled and the TV circus left town, three of the new romances have since been scuttled.

West Australian farmer Tom cuddled up with Perth girl Fiona during the finale, but is now "just friends" with his chosen one and Shauna, the woman he overlooked.

Production sources said the tyranny of distance had also claimed the budding relationship between Bruny Island farmer Todd and the free-spirited Jenna he chose over surfer chick Leah.

"They dated for a while, but the distance proved too much," a TV insider said.

Potato farmer Matt, from Waubra in Victoria, had the help of his mother to choose his potential wife, Jasmine, but the attraction between the footy-loving pair has since cooled (with reports he is also still in touch with his second choice, Brittney).

Irish expat farmer Paul's search for love continues, after both his choices, Vanessa and Genevieve, walked out on him during the farm stays.

However, it's been a happier ending for farmer Nikko of Richmond, Queensland, and Sam of Kununurra, Western Australia, who are reportedly still dating their TV "wives", Jade and Jodie respectively.

Sam and Jodie are perhaps the season's best chance at a lasting romance, the Sydney-based travel agent said to be considering a more permanent move west for her TV suitor.

Mustering cattle in Kimberley in his day job, 32-year-old Sam admitted he had an instant attraction to his 27-year-old pole-dancing pick.

Staking her claim on the rough diamond bloke from the bush, Jodie told Gruzlewski: "I feel like I belong to him and he belongs to me."

LOVE BITES

Farmer Nikko from Richmond, Queensland chose Brisbane yoga teacher Jade: still dating.

Farmer Todd from Bruny Island, Tasmania chose Perth spirit Jenna: distance proved too much, just friends.

Farmer Paul from Gnaraloo Farm, Western Australia: still single after both ladies he chose walked out.

Farmer Tom from Beeac, Victoria chose Perth city girl Fiona: recently broke up.

Farmer Matt from Waubra, Victoria chose Melbourne city girl Jasmine: just friends.

Farmer Sam from Kunanurra, Western Australia chose Sydney travel agent Jodie: still dating.


Nikko and Jade.
Nikko and Jade.

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