The people of Sydney are called Sydneysiders. About 70 percent of them were born in Australia. Most Sydneysiders have British ancestors. But other Europeans, especially people from Italy and Greece, and many Asians have also settled in Sydney. In addition, the city has a few thousand Aborigines.

The city's mild climate enables Sydneysiders to spend much time outdoors. Sydney's beaches, such as Bondi and Manly, attract thousands of swimmers, surfers, and sunbathers. Sailing is also popular. Sydneysiders enjoy watching and playing a variety of sports, including Australian Rules football, cricket, Rugby Union and Rugby League football, soccer, and tennis. Local and international sporting events are held at Sydney Cricket Ground and Sydney Football Stadium. Homebush, a suburb southeast of the city, is the site of Olympic Stadium, which was built for the 2000 Summer Olympics.

The Festival of Sydney takes place every January. People flock to art shows, open-air concerts, and other activities during the festival. The Royal Easter Show, held every April in Homebush, features livestock judging and other events.

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Sydney's landmarks include the Sydney Opera House, with its white, shell-like structure, and Sydney Harbour Bridge. The opera house has facilities for symphony concerts, ballets, and theater productions. The bridge spans Sydney Harbour and links the downtown area with the suburbs to the north.

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