Sydney Into the 21st century

Streaming video - 2014

This program looks at the commercial functions of this world city as well as the lifestyles and features. Sydney reached 4.5 million people in 2010 and has one of the world's largest urban areas. The contrasts between inner and outer suburbs are shown, including Australia's most expensive real estate on the shores of Sydney Harbour. The variety of employment, education, services and amenities constantly attracts more people to the city which puts more demands on services and infrastructure. Australia's oldest and largest city has a variety of features and urban character that ranks it among the world's great cities. Some highlights include: 1) Historical buildings. 2) The monorail. 3) The CBD and views from Sydney Tower.... 4) Darling Harbour. 5) CBD retailing including the Queen Victoria Building. 6) Sydney Town Hall. 7 & 8) Beach lifestyles. 9) Sydney Harbour including the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. 10) Residential Areas. --Kanopy. more