SYDNEY (New South Wales) -- area code +61-2

The population of Sydney is over 5 million (that's more than 200,000 Utopians) and the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is Australia's largest tourist attraction, swelling the rainbow ranks even further for weeks before and after this huge annual event.

Most of the city's gay bars are located in its trendy Oxford St area in Darlinghurst, with more venues around King Street in Newtown, and others sprinkled around town. Take a stroll down Oxford St and shop the trendy boutiques, or sip a cuppa in a sidewalk cafe and check out the locals, known as "Sydneysiders". Pick up a copy of the free Sydney Star Observer for the latest LGBTQI news and event updates.

The lesbian scene gravitates to Erskineville and Leichhart (nicknamed "Dykehardt"). Newtown has dyke-friendly venues. Pick up a copy of LOTL (Lesbians on the Loose) guide at just about any store in Newtown. The lesbian scene also gravitates to Enmore

• Forward Therapy UTOPIA VERIFIED AUG 2020
  63 Albion St
  8006-1122, email

  Counseling for gay and gender identity, coming out, relationship problems, sexual assault, depression, stress, anxiety and panic attacks, HIV and sexual health, body image, addiction (alcohol, illicit drugs, gambling, etc) and drug dependency issues, transition and adjustment issues (including 'mid-life crisis' phenomenon), childhood sexual abuse and other issues.
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• La Fontaine Solicitors
  573 Bourke St, Surry Hills
  9360-3700, FAX 9360-8844, email

  Gay-owned and providing most legal services including buying and selling homes, businesses and commercial properties; wills, probate and dying without a will; non-married property disputes; debt claims and defending them; criminal charges, asset protection, arrangements against later creditors and other legal advice, problem and protection matters.
  Utopia Member Benefit: FIRST 30 MINUTE CONFERENCE FREE and 10% DISCOUNT for personal matters (but not business where they will discuss an attractive rate).
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• Nexus Language Centre
  104 Bathurst St
  9267-8382, FAX 9267-8382, email

  The world's first gay language school dedicated to helping the gay and lesbian community to master both English and foreign languages. Courses include Beginner's English, Pre-Intermediate English, Intermediate English, Upper-Intermediate and IELTS Preparation. Other languages include Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), Thai, French, Japanese, Spanish, German and many more upon demand. Activities (conducted exclusively in one language) include art classes; cooking classes; expeditions to galleries, restaurants, shops and a variety of cultural events. Join in the fun and study with friends!
  Utopia Member Benefit: 15% DISCOUNT on tuition fees (does not apply to already discounted promotions unless otherwise stated).
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• Shane Warren Counselling & Coaching Services UTOPIA VERIFIED AUG 2020
  23/104 Bathurst St
  9283-6983, email

  A web-clinic helping gays and lesbians to take control of their lives by assisting with life-changing decisions. Help make life a little easier in times of difficulty with a variety of services. A place to find compassionate non-judgmental support in times of need and to find others to walk alongside during the journey of healing and life growth.
  Utopia Member Benefit: 25% DISCOUNT off any on-line or face-to-face coaching and counseling session with Shane Warren and 10% DISCOUNT off any resources or training programs purchased through their website (does not apply to special promotions unless otherwise stated).
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• Visions Synergy Associates (Accountants & Tax Agents)
  23/104 Bathurst St, International House
  9261-8980

  A gay-owned boutique accounting and tax management practice, established in 1998 and located in Sydney’s CBD. In addition to providing individual taxation advice, their speciality is assisting contract workers and small-to-medium sized businesses to better understand the taxation system, better manage their books and improve their financial position. They strive for simple accounting solutions in the here and now, while anticipating the future needs of their clients.
  Utopia Member Benefit: 20% off all consultation fees (accept on already discounted promotions).
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• The Bookshop Darlinghurst UTOPIA VERIFIED AUG 2020
  207 Oxford St, Darlinghurst
  9331-1103, email

  For more than 20 years the Bookshop Darlinghurst has been Australia’s premiere source of LGBT books, magazines, calendars and DVDs. Located in the heart of Oxford Street. If you’ve ever wondered what literary lesbians, bookish bears and pop culture poofs have in common, pay them a visit/ Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
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• Beaches

  • Bronte

    Not so cruisy but some gays enjoying the beach with the families
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  • Clifftops between Bondi and Tamarama beaches

    Walking paths and rocky outcrops for those Kodak moments.
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  • Cronulla

    In the sand dunes behind Wanda Beach.
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  • Nielsen Park at at Vaucluse Harbor

    For scenic swimming.
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  • North Bondi

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  • Tamara (nicknamed Glamarama)

    Where the body beautiful head to be seen and...be seen.
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• Centennial Park

  Has some cruisy areas.
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• Coogee women's pool
  On the cliffs

  A popular lesbian oasis.
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• Foreshore Dr at Botony (near the airport)

  A stretch of bushy coastline which is a well known afternoon and evening meeting place. Safe and attracts a lot of people.
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• Nude Beaches

  • Palm Beach
    On the northern peninsula (a drive outside of the city)

    It has an unofficial nude section on the northern end of the beach popular with gays.
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  • Obelisk Beach
    Mosman

    Car park also is cruisy at night).
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  • Lady Jane Beach
    South Head

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• Redleaf Pool at Double Bay

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• Aria
  1 Macquarie St
  9252-2555

  Spectacular panoramic views of the Opera house, bridge and harbor to compliment Chef Matthew Moran's contemporary Australian cuisine.
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• Be Mine Bar and Restaurant (Cajun)
  413 Bourke St, Surry Hills
  9360-4070

  Authentic Cajun Creole restaurant where you can savour genuine New Orleans style cuisine in a gay and lesbian-friendly, fun loving, relaxed, and sophisticated atmosphere. "New Orleans food is as delicious as the less criminal forms of sin." -- Mark Twain (1884).
  Utopia Member Benefit: 10% DISCOUNT off food on Mon-Thu for you and up to six of your guests (may not be used in conjunction with other discounts or special offers).
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• El Mojito Bar & Restaurant @ Morgans Hotel (Mediterranean and Asian)
  304 Victoria St, Darlinghurst
  9360-7955, email

  Gay bar and restaurant. The tastes of the Mediterranean and Asia together, using organic and chemical-free ingredients, international wine list and 26 different styles of Mojitos.
  Utopia Member Benefit: FREE MEZZE PLATTER when you buy 2 main courses (must print this promo).
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• MCA Cafe
  140 George St, The Rocks
  9241-4253

  If you're touring the Rocks, Circular Quay and Opera House, this is a great place to have an excellent lunch (this is not a dinner venue). Big range of salads and seafood, and an extensive wine list.
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• Nilgiri's UTOPIA VERIFIED AUG 2020
  81-83 Christie St, St Leonards
  9966-0636, email

  Indisputably Sydney's best Indian restaurant. Winner of the SMH 2004 Good Food Guide Award for Best Indian. They have a "banquet" which is superb food at a reasonable price.
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• Pancake Kingdom
  12B 7-13 Hunter St, Hunter Connection
  9238-0283, email

  Gay and lesbian-friendly coffee shop serving up crepes and pancakes.
  Utopia Member Benefit: 10% DISCOUNT.
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• Paramount
  73 Maclaey St, Kings Cross
  9358-1652

  Lesbian-run restaurant offering an inventive and contemporary Australian menu.
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• The Prawn Cafe (seafood)
  Shop 4A, Beach Park Arcade, Cronulla
  9527-6222, email

  The Prawn Cafe offer guests a relaxing atmoshere in which to wine, dine, and relax in comfort. Group bookings and private functions are a speciality. Voted best small seafood restaurant.
  Utopia Member Benefit: 10% DISCOUNT off total bill on presentation of member card.
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• Rockpool UTOPIA VERIFIED AUG 2020
  107 George St, The Rocks
  9252-1888, email

  Pricey, but quite simply impeccable. High quality Australian produce in food with an Asian influence. Chosen as one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants.
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• Star City Behind the Scenes UTOPIA VERIFIED FEB 2016
  9777-9000, 1800-700-700, email

  Star City is Sydney's biggest and glitziest casino. There are so many Asians you'll think you're in Macau. Their VIP Dining Experience is really unusual and popular with gays and lesbians. After a backstage tour of their theatre, with champagne and canapes, you are served your first course in their Chinese restaurant. Then, after a back-of-house tour of casino operations, you are served your main course in their Italian restaurant. Then there's a look at the plush private gaming room for high rollers, and at one of the stunning penthouse suites, followed by dessert in yet another restaurant. Tue to Fri, starting at 6:15pm.
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• Tetsuya's UTOPIA VERIFIED AUG 2020
  529 Kent St
  9267-2900

  Tetsuya Wakuda regularly appears on World Best 10 Chef lists. His fusion food restaurant is difficult to book, but worth the effort.
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• Thai Kanteen UTOPIA VERIFIED AUG 2020
  541 Military Rd, Spit Junction
  9909-3768

  Gay-owned restaurant dishing up Thai taste treats.
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• Thai Panic
  80 Oxford St
  9361-5577

  Cheap and popular with young gays and lesbians.
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• Thai Pothong UTOPIA VERIFIED AUG 2020
  294 King St, Newtown
  9550-6277, FAX 9519 8050, email

  Tasty, reasonably priced, and popular with the gay crowd. Friendly staff. Try their red duck curry with lychee.
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• Mr X Adult Shop/Men's Cruise Lounge
  113B Station St, St Marys
  9833-0966, email

  Also a full adult retail store as well as a Restricted Sex on Premises Venue catering for men regardless of sexual preference.
  Utopia Member Benefit: A$3 DISCOUNT Men's Cruise Lounge entry OR 10% DISCOUNT in their shop (excluding Men's Lounge entry, drinks and snacks, cleaners and sexual enhancers).
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• Pleasure Chest UTOPIAN VERIFIED JUL 2021
  705 George St, Haymarket
  9212-6440

  Open late.
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• Tool Shed
  81 Oxford St, Darlinghurst
  9332-2792

  Gay-owned and part of the Sydney scene for years. Check it out for DVDs, toys, leather, etc.
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