Too far from the beach? This cafe delivers surfy vibes 20km from the ocean
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Sandy’s

Too far from the beach? This cafe delivers surfy vibes 20km from the ocean

Sandy’s cafe at an inland surf park feels like the real seaside deal.

  • byLenny Ann Low

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Hospo heavyweights make waves with flash new surf park fine diner

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He was banned for life. The Olympic gold medallist is now handing out awards
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He was banned for life. The Olympic gold medallist is now handing out awards

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  • byMatt O'Sullivan
Riding a wave of popularity,surfing comes to Sydney’s west

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