Delight in the wondrous Strangers Restaurant for sweet and savoury treats on Parliamentary-crested Wedgwood plates, with an array of teas. We have arranged a Parliament House Tour (Legislative Assembly) to see where laws are born, argued and legislated. Book by 14 Nov. Full payment on booking, no refunds.

Delight in Christmas shopping at Sydney’s oldest market while being tempted by talented artisans and traders. Enjoy a bite (your choice and cost) from the food stalls and cafés in this foodie paradise. Cobblestoned streets makes this an outing for the more mobile. Saturday cancel­lations must phone 0473 478 890.

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Enjoy a fascinating tour of their Westmead base—one of Australia’s fastest doctor-staffed, rotary-wing rescue services. Donations gladly accepted. Lunch at Hotel Pennant Hills. Pickups: 8:15 HKCT Turra­murra; 9:15 Pen. Hills Lib; 9:30 Cherrybrook Skate Park. For safety this outing is for the more mobile.

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Due to last year’s success we are returning to The Fiddler Pub for their renowned show and hospitality. Unmatched in value, you’ll enjoy a welcome drink on arrival, traditional Christmas 2-course lunch and enter­tainment. Must book by 11 Nov. Please note: full payment upon booking and there are no refunds.

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Cruise the scenic Hawkesbury River and enjoy famed Broken Bay oysters. Your farm skipper will explain the farming lifecycle, from spawning through to selection for seafood or pearl production. Then we take you to Brooklyn, a beautiful fishing village for a waters-edge lunch at The King Tide Café (your choice and cost).

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Sit back and enjoy before we stop at beautiful Balmoral Beach for a walk, a coffee and the views. But the rest of the tour is a surprise, before lunch at Norths Cammeray (your choice and cost). Pickups: 8:15 HKCT Turramurra; 8:30 Willow Pk; 8:45 Pen. Hills Library.

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Savour a leisurely lunch at this delightful club with its beautiful views over the Hawkesbury River. Please be ready with your meal choice when booking: beer battered fish and chips; or chicken schnitzel, chips and salad; or chicken Caesar salad.

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Finish off your shopping with two hours at Macquarie Centre with every­thing you need in David Jones, Kmart and 360 other stores. And the centre’s decorations are superb. Pickups: Roseville, Lindfield, Killara, Pymble, Gordon, Turramurra, St Ives, Wahroonga, N. Wahroonga & Warrawee residents.

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Let's party together. Please join us at Magpies (such a success last year) where our hosts are serving up a delicious Christmas lunch: ham and turkey stacks with roast vegetables, gravy and cranberry sauce, a plum pudding dessert with brandy custard, along with tea and coffee (and a surprise upon arrival).

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Delight in finishing off your festive shopping at an outdoor Christmas market. Browse the many gift stalls and some marvellous food ones. We will be at the market from 3-5pm so maybe have lunch before your afternoon pickup. Saturday cancel­lations must phone 0473 478 890.

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Festive spirit abounds with dinner (your choice and cost) at a surprise venue chosen by your driver. Then onward to enjoy some mesmerising Christmas lights from the comfort of the bus (or maybe a short wander) before we drop you safely home. Pickups will be late-afternoon.

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Festive spirit abounds with dinner (your choice and cost) at a surprise venue chosen by your driver. Then onward to enjoy some mesmerising Christmas lights from the comfort of the bus (or maybe a short wander) before we drop you safely home. Pickups will be late-afternoon.

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Finish off your shopping with two hours at Macquarie Centre with every­thing you need in David Jones, Kmart and 360 other stores. And the centre’s decorations are superb. Pickups: Beecroft; Cheltenham; Epping; North Epping; Normanhurst; Pennant Hills; Thornleigh & Westleigh residents.

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Create a native Christmas wreath for your door or as a gift for a loved one. At $60 this wreath will be both a bargain and a pride and joy for Christmasses to come. Rebecca (Made By Me Workshop) will guide you in the making and a light lunch is included. 1-3pm at the HKCT office (min. of 10 clients required).

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