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WHALES & WHALES! In July/August, thousands of humpback whales migrate north from Antarctica to the warm breeding waters of tropical Australia.

Best for visibility! yes! photos yes! Manly to North Head high point viewing areas are Sydney's top classified list for whale watching. Mornings when winds are typically lighter, making the ocean smoother, sun directly overhead, reducing ocean glare and making it easier to spot spouts and splashes.

BEAUTIFUL WHALE WATCHING WALK: my identical walk on both Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th pick one!!!

1. Don't miss this interesting Whale Walk, "Spot the Whale" stops at five clifftop lookouts.
2. Marine Parade at Cabbage Tree Bay to Shelly Beach Walking Track, 1st Whale Lookout.
3. Spotting Whales here at about 10.30, perfect timing, lets hope it's spot time, hey!
4. Shelly Head Lookout, next on the list, I'm feeling good. Who's first to SPOT one!
5. Shelly Headland Upper Lookout, a longer distance better view. (10km out to sea)
6. Shelly Beach to Barracks Precinct Walk, past Old Quarry Swamp, fun uphill hike.
7. We walk the "Hanging Swamp" if not flooded, past the Battery Observation Post.
8. Eventually reaching the Fairfax Walk Trail, 2nd highest point, "Yiningma Lookout".
9. Fairfax Track, again reaching Number one! "Burragula Lookout". (Fairfax Lookout)
10. Lunch/Snack break coming up at "North Head Scenic Drive Point".
11. Quick visit, "North Head Sanctuary", before heading to "Third Quarantine Cemetery".
12. Zigzagging down to Manly for a refreshing drink/lunch at yes! "Hotel Steyne"
13. The Manly Markets are just in the right spot nearby.

Meeting Point: Manly Wharf Visitors Information Centre (near pedestrian crossing)
Distance: 13km

Difficulty: Moderate, steps and hills, classified moderate due to distance.
Walking Pace: An easy steady pace at 4.25km-4.50 per hour.

What to Bring: Comfortable outfit, a litre of water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, a raincoat just in case of wet weather. Bring your happy personality too!

Payment Please: $10 cash or PAY ID 0435801602 name George Palasty.
Contact: George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text)

# Why Can't You Let Them Go?

There’s a very specific kind of frustration that doesn’t get talked about enough.

It’s when you know someone isn’t right for you…you’ve seen it, you’ve thought it through, you’ve probably even tried to walk away…and yet, something in you still keeps going back.

Not always physically. Sometimes it’s just in your head.

The checking, the thinking, the replaying, the quiet hope that maybe something will shift.

And what makes it harder is this:

In every other area of your life, you don’t operate like this.
You’re clear. You make decisions. You move forward.
So when it comes to this… it doesn’t make sense. And over time, it starts to wear on you.

That’s exactly what we’re going to look at in this session.
Not in a surface-level way, and not by giving you more insight you already have…but by actually understanding why this keeps happening, and what needs to shift so it stops.
Because this isn’t about willpower.

And it’s not about you needing to “try harder” to let go.

There’s a pattern running underneath all of this.
And once you see it properly, things start to make a lot more sense.

In this masterclass, I’ll walk you through:
•why you can feel so strongly attached to someone who isn’t aligned with you
•what your nervous system is actually doing in these moments
•why insight alone hasn’t been enough to change it
•what it actually takes to shift this so you’re no longer pulled back in

This is for you if you’re someone who holds yourself to a high standard in life…and you’re ready for your love life to reflect that as well.
Not just in what you say you want… but in what you actually choose.

The goal here isn’t just to “let them go”.

It’s to become someone who no longer attaches to what isn’t right for you in the first place.

Date: Wednesday, 5 August
Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm (Sydney time)
Location: Online

If you feel like you’re ready to look at this properly… you can register using the link below and secure your spot.

Spots are limited because I keep these sessions focused and intentional, and they do tend to fill.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qMozHiwLStGmpvjzxJsMyg

If you’ve been sitting in this pattern for a while… you’ll know.
And if something in you is saying “I don’t want to keep doing this”… trust that.

If you’re reading this and someone specific came to mind… feel free to share it with them.

I’ll see you there.

Harbour After Dark 🌆

Where meaningful conversations, genuine connection, and new friendships begin.

Step into a different kind of Friday night.

Harbour After Dark brings together Sydney locals who are driven, social, established in what they do, and value genuine conversation, authentic connection, and meeting like-minded people in person.

In a world of Zoom calls, remote work, endless scrolling, and busy schedules, many of us are craving something more human.

A chance to step away from the screens.

To unwind after the week.
To meet new people naturally.
To enjoy conversations that feel easy, genuine, and energising.

Over the past few years, Harbour After Dark has grown into a well-established social gathering where people come to expand their social circles, reconnect with familiar faces, and meet new people in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Many of our guests have been attending for years and often bring friends along, while new faces join every month, making it easy to feel welcome whether it's your first event or your tenth.

✨ Dress Code: Smart casual to cocktail attire.
🍸 Drinks, cocktails, food, and coffee are available for purchase throughout the evening.
📅 Friday, 7 August
🕡 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
📍 Pumphouse Bar & Restaurant
17 Little Pier St, Darling Harbour NSW 2000

My goal has always been to create a space where people can genuinely relax, connect, and enjoy being around good people. Every decision I make is with that experience in mind.

Before You Attend

To help us prepare the best possible experience, please complete these two simple steps before the event:

👉 RSVP on Meetup
https://www.meetup.com/sydney.../events/314944884/

👉 Complete the Registration Form
https://forms.gle/2xWtk83zu3PSdM8n8

Knowing our numbers in advance helps us prepare the room, create the right atmosphere, and ensure everyone can be comfortably accommodated.

Places are limited, so I encourage you to register early. If your plans change after registering, I'd really appreciate you letting me know by emailing info@aimforthestars.net.au, so we can offer your place to someone else.

Our Community

Harbour After Dark is built on kindness, respect, and genuine conversation. We ask every guest to contribute to the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes these evenings so enjoyable.

All guests are required to sign in upon arrival. This helps us maintain a safe and well-managed environment throughout the evening.

Please note that photography and videography may take place during the event for use across our social media channels, website, Meetup page, and email communications.

By attending, you acknowledge and consent to this. If you prefer not to appear in photos or videos, this event may not be the right fit for you.