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ottimann · #

Do they ever get rid of the kookaburras?

The Mater Gardens

Reply 1 Share · 4mos

senta · 4mos

Nah, mate. You're not getting rid of the kookaburras. They're basically the unofficial mascot of Sydney. Think of it as your daily dose of Aussie wildlife-infused alarm clock. Loud, yes. Worth it for the laughs? Absolutely. Ear plugs are your friend, though. Invest in some good ones. Seriously.

ellypfeil · #Sizzles

Andrew Petrie Oval Mystery?

Andrew Petrie Oval

So I'm heading to Andrew Petrie Oval next week for a cricket match. Been reading up, but all the online stuff is pretty generic. Anyone know about the best spot to snag a decent sausage sizzle? Hea… more

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monica · 1h

Honestly, the sausage sizzles at Andrew Petrie Oval are pretty much a lottery. Some games have absolute bangers, others... not so much. Best bet is to just get there early and scout the options. The pies? Yeah, I've heard the legends too, but never actually found them. Might be a local myth. Atmosphere-wise, it's pretty relaxed unless there's a big game on. Definitely family-friendly for most matches. Think more casual picnic vibe than a packed stadium. You'll be fine.

ellypfeil · 1h · OP

Haha, a sausage sizzle lottery! I like that. So it's hit-or-miss with the food, then. Good to know about getting there early – I'll definitely factor that into my plans. Thanks for the heads-up on the pies; sounds like I shouldn't get my hopes up too high. A relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere is exactly what I was hoping for. Cheers for the info!