Sydney: This and That

ByThe Skeptical Traveler

The image shows the Sydney Opera House, a famous architectural landmark in Sydney, Australia. The building features its distinctive sail-like design against a partly cloudy sky. In the foreground, there is a fenced area with some banners and a few street lamps.

Kangaroo meat, at that time I was still eating meat but I didn’t feel like trying it.

The image shows several packages of kangaroo mince meat on a store shelf. The packaging is predominantly yellow and orange, with the text "Kangaroo Mince" clearly visible on the front of each package. The packages are stacked on top of each other.The image shows packages of meat displayed in a refrigerated section of a grocery store. The packages are labeled with information about the contents, including weight and price. One of the labels prominently features a picture of cooked meat with vegetables and text that reads "Good for you, good for the environment." The packages are sealed in plastic and arranged neatly on the shelf.

Live KangaroosA group of people, including children and adults, are gathered around an outdoor enclosure at a zoo or wildlife park. The enclosure is surrounded by trees and has a dirt ground. Inside the enclosure, a person appears to be interacting with or feeding an animal, possibly a kangaroo or wallaby. The onlookers are watching and taking photos. The scene is sunny and the area is shaded by trees.

The image shows a group of kangaroos in an outdoor enclosure. The ground is covered with reddish dirt, and there are some logs and rocks scattered around. In the background, there is a tall building visible beyond the enclosure's walls, indicating that the enclosure is located in an urban area. The kangaroos are in various positions, with one in the foreground standing and others resting or sitting. The enclosure is partially shaded by trees.

It is not what you think, it is a Hindu symbol.The image shows a metallic plaque with a black fylfot (a type of swastika) symbol prominently displayed in the center. Below the symbol, there is text that reads "THE CUSTOMS HOUSE FYLFOT" followed by additional text that is partially visible. The plaque appears to be part of an exhibit or informational display.

 KoalasA koala is hugging a tree trunk while sleeping. The koala has its eyes closed and appears to be comfortably resting. The background shows a corrugated metal wall.

The image shows two koalas in a tree. One koala is climbing up the tree trunk, while the other is resting on a lower branch. The background includes green leaves and a corrugated metal wall.

Big bats or more accurate flying-foxes at the Royal Botanic Garden in Sydney. They are big and I was afraid that one of them would fall on me because of exhaustion/heat. Why do they have to hang at the top of the tree under the scorching heat when only a few branches down there is a nice shadow. However the Garden will start the relocation of the flying-foxes (they damage the trees) in May so hurry-up if you still want to see them.The image shows a view looking up at a tree canopy with sunlight filtering through the branches. The trees have dense foliage, and there are several bats hanging upside down from the branches. The sky is clear and blue, indicating a sunny day.

The image shows the tops of several trees against a clear blue sky. The trees have dense green foliage, and some of them appear to have nests or clusters of branches at their tops. The sunlight is bright, indicating a sunny day.

I had to take a photo, first time I’d seen this kind of positioning. I suppose it makes the conversation easier.The image shows a public restroom with a unique, vintage-style urinal setup. The urinals are arranged around a central column with dark, ornate dividers providing privacy. The restroom has a tiled floor with a geometric pattern, white tiled walls, and a large window. In the background, there are two sinks with mirrors above them. The overall design of the restroom appears to be old-fashioned and decorative.

A familiar faceThe image is a promotional poster for a home loan service. The top part of the poster features a man in a suit pointing upwards with the text "WITH AN INDUSTRY LEADER?" above him. Below the man, there is a logo that reads "Greater" with a stylized tree. The bottom part of the poster includes text that says "WANT THE BEST BASIC HOME LOAN AVAILABLE IN THE MARKET? ASK HERE ABOUT OUR GREAT RATE HOME LOAN." There are also images of houses and a family, as well as some circular icons at the very bottom. The poster is displayed on a glass surface, and there are reflections of the outside environment visible.

The blonde hair dye was on sale.The image shows a group of people standing on a grassy area in a park. There are tall trees, including a large palm tree, providing shade. The park appears to be spacious with a paved walkway on the right side. The scene is well-lit, suggesting it is daytime.

I am sleeping.A tiger is lying on a wooden platform surrounded by dense greenery and bamboo plants. The area appears to be shaded, providing a cool resting spot for the tiger.

Who is it?A tiger is lying on a wooden platform in a shaded area surrounded by greenery. The platform is elevated, and the tiger appears to be resting comfortably. The background includes trees and plants, creating a natural and serene environment.

No-one important, back to sleepA tiger is lying on a wooden platform surrounded by dense greenery and bamboo plants. The area appears to be shaded and part of a natural or zoo enclosure. The tiger is resting with its body stretched out on the platform.

I would have checked on this statement but I suppose they are telling the truth (Sydney Tower).The image shows a green post box with the label "NSW MAIL" and a coat of arms. The post box is mounted on a wooden stand. A sign on the stand reads, "The Highest Working Post Box in the Southern Hemisphere." The background includes a large metal column and some greenery.

I wonder who was Ben and what wanted to say? Will you marry me, I suppose, what else. I hope she or he said yes.The image shows a clear blue sky with the words "marry me Ben" written in skywriting. The text appears to be created by an airplane using smoke. Sunlight is also visible, creating a lens flare effect in the image.

What the convicts had to wear before, difficult to blend in if they wanted to escape while working out of the prison.The image shows a historical costume displayed on a mannequin. The outfit consists of a yellow and black jacket with buttons, a striped shirt underneath, and matching yellow and black pants with decorative patterns. The background appears to be a museum or exhibit setting with wooden floors and a painting or mural on the wall.

Yes, I touched his nose too.The image shows a bronze statue of a wild boar, known as "Il Porcellino," situated in front of the Sydney Hospital. The statue is mounted on a stone pedestal, and the boar's snout appears shiny, likely from being touched frequently by visitors. The background features the facade of the hospital building with arched windows and a sign that reads "SYDNEY HOSPITAL." There is also a vintage-style street lamp near the statue.

No names, no numbers, I could not figure how they delivered the mail.The image shows a stone wall with multiple mail slots labeled "Mail." In the center of the wall, there is a sign that reads "NO JUNK MAIL." There are some green plants at the bottom of the image.

The image shows four mail slots on a brick wall. Each slot is labeled "Mail" and has a rectangular opening for inserting letters. The slots are arranged in a grid pattern, with two on the top row and two on the bottom row. The background consists of a brick wall with a mix of brown and gray tones.

I was not curious at all to see the spider who made this web.The image shows a misty forest with tall trees and dense vegetation. A large spider web is prominently visible between two trees in the foreground. The atmosphere appears foggy, creating a mysterious and serene ambiance.

Yes, it lives in Australia so watch out!The image shows a display in a museum or zoo featuring a "Fierce Snake," also known as the Inland Taipan. The snake is in an enclosure that mimics its natural habitat, with a sandy, rocky terrain and sparse vegetation. The background of the enclosure is painted to resemble a desert landscape. There is a sign in the top left corner providing information about the snake, including that it is the world's most venomous land snake. The snake itself is visible, stretched out along the ground and partially on a piece of wood.

If I had not flown on Aeroplan miles I would have got lost of miles (around 27,900 of them).The image shows an in-flight information screen displaying details about a flight from Sydney to Vancouver. The screen includes: - Flight Information: - Altitude: 26,000 feet - Ground Speed: 512 mph - Outside Air Temperature: -41.8°F - Flight Status: - Distance Traveled: 2732 miles - Distance to Destination: 85 miles - Estimated Arrival Time: 7:19 am A curved yellow line on a grid map represents the flight path from Sydney to Vancouver.

A world map showing a flight path from Sydney, Australia to Vancouver, Canada. The path is marked with a red line, and there is an airplane icon near Vancouver. The map includes labels for both cities.

 

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