Guest Review - Metro Hotel Miranda

Hi  (Dale) Metro Hotel Miranda,

Just to follow up on that survey. I must admit we were very surprised and very pleased with the standard of accommodation offered at your establishment. Admittedly we were on the fourth floor but it was far superior to what we had anticipated having previously been long term residents of the Shire and aware of how long the property has existed as a hotel. 

On several visits to the Shire over the past few years we have stayed at our usual chain hotel at Cronulla. Rest assured we will be both returning to your establishment and referring you to friends.

I must also tell you that the most outstanding asset your establishment has, is your staff. All your reception and housekeeping staff were always remarkably helpful, friendly and cheerful. They helped top off what was overall a very pleasant experience.

Thank you for your follow up correspondence and we most certainly will be returning to your property when next in the Sutherland Shire.

Regards,

Mark McGuire

Australia Day in Sutherland Shire: Triple the Fun for Everyone

AUSTRALIA Day in the shire just keeps getting bigger and this year residents have a choice of three locations to gather and celebrate the national day on Sunday, January 26.

Sutherland Shire Council's popular program of free entertainment at Cronulla Park and Parc Menai has been expanded to include a new satellite site in Cooper Street Reserve, Engadine.

"It gives everyone plenty of choice to celebrate our national day with family and friends," Sutherland Shire mayor Steve Simpson said.

The council is distributing the full Australia Day program in the Our Shire newsletter, delivered to homes throughout January, but here are the highlights of the entertainment on offer on the day:

Cronulla Park, 1pm to 9pm.

Kate Ceberano, Mark Vincent and Mental as Anything will perform on the big stage in Cronulla Park.

Brendan Jones — "Jonesy" from 101.7 WSFM — is MC for Cronulla's event with the entertainment kicking off at 1pm including The Voice contest Alex Gibson, Robbie Miller, The Villains, shire favourite Mark Vincent and Greedy Smith, with it all culminating in a performance by Kate Ceberano before the fireworks finale at 9pm.

There will also be a barbecue from Cronulla Rotary and Aussie-themed merchandise will be on sale to support the event charity, Dandelion Support Network.

Parc Menai, 4pm to 9pm.

The live entertainment will start in the park at 4pm with the program including the Smurfs stage show, Australiana Bill and the Bronzed Aussies, Robbie Miller, The Villains and finishing with The Voice contestant and shire local, Tim Moxley, before the fireworks spectacular at 9pm.

To sustain the crowds there will be food stalls and a traditional Aussie barbecue by Sutherland Rotary. There will also be amusement rides.

Cooper Street Reserve, Engadine, 1pm to 9pm.

For the first time, Engadine gets its own Australia Day gathering in the family-friendly location of Cooper Street Reserve. There will be amusement rides, a barbecue by Engadine Rotary and a big screen streaming all the live stage entertainment from Cronulla.

Metro Hotels Provides Spiritual Book to Guests as a Source of Inspiration

In a world-first, Australian-owned hotel chain Metro Hotels will place a book called Jing Si Aphorisms in all rooms in its NSW and Queensland properties, to enable guests to learn more about the Buddhist compassionate relief organisation, Tzu Chi Foundation.

The Foundation first came to the attention of the hotel chain when it went unasked to the aid of Ipswich residents, giving out care packages following the devastating 2011 floods. 

The hotel chain’s Ipswich property, Metro Hotel Ipswich International, built a relationship with the Foundation and offered to put books in its rooms so that its guests would learn more about the work and philosophy of the organisation.

Metro Hotels decided to extend this offer to other properties, with Metro Hotel Sydney Central General Manager Earl Muir yesterday accepting a special presentation of the books from Julia Wu, principal of Tzu Chi Foundation, Gold Coast, and Stephen Kan, CEO of Tzu-Chi Sydney.

The book, Jing Si Aphorisms, translates the essence of the Buddha’s teachings to exemplify life lessons. ‘Aphorism’ means original thought, or definition, and rather than being a religious text the book is meant to be an explanation of the Buddhist faith. 

Mr Muir said the Tzu Chi Foundation, which lives by the creed that it is more of a blessing to serve others than be served, believes in service to the community and has demonstrated its commitment to this belief through its actions in Ipswich.

“This organisation has shown tremendous compassion and service to Australian communities when they are in need and Metro Hotel believes it is an organisation which Australians may want to know more about,” he said.

“Placing Jing Si Aphorisms in our hotel rooms gives guests another reading option to the Holy Bible. The book is being supplied as a source of inspiration to our guests. This is not about converting people from one religion to another but rather promoting harmony and diversity.” 

See this press release and more at Metro Hotels News

Metro Hotel Miranda - NEW Image Set

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Australia’s Wonderland Set for Return

News.com.au and several other sites came out last Friday with reports that Australia’s Wonderland was set to return to Sydney’s west, courtesy of Mount Druitt property developer Ammar Khan. Only, it would have a different name: Sydney’s Wonderland. The only question we have about this resurrection of the theme park that was closed in 2004 is this: will the Bush Beastie make a rattling and triumphant return?

According to the report Mr Khan said the project would take three years to complete stage one, which would include hotel operations, cinemas and restaurants, as well as a multi-themed attractions and amusements.‘The timing on when this $150 million project starts depends on when I get confirmation from stakeholders that they want to invest,’ he said.”

So, it’s a bit of a hold-your-horses type deal. At the moment the plan is a proposal (see the full plan at Sydney’s Wonderland) but we asked Mr Khan for the three most exciting aspects of his Wonderland proposal, and here’s what he gave us:

- “Wonderland will be like the Wonderland you remember… just better”: As with before, the proposed Sydney’s Wonderland will have historical themed areas and plenty of nods to your favourite TV shows (whether from the Hanna Barbera stable, we’re yet to see). While it will be “fundamentally reminiscent” of the Wonderland you know and love, it will benefit from the leaps and bounds theme park technology has taken in the last decade.

- We’ll be getting our own Disneyland-style boulevard: The new incarnation of Wonderland would be part of a precinct called the Western Sydney Theme Park precinct that would feature restaurants, parks and tourist attractions aplenty, all centred around a boulevard that will be free to enter.

- Wonderland comes with a water park and wildlife park: … though Kahn is quick to point out that Wonderland has no plans to engage in competition with Wet ‘N Wild, saying “the two facilities will differ substantially in character and theme”.

This combined with news that Wet ‘N Wild is due to open in December has the 12-year-old in us very pumped indeed.

And if you want to relive your old Wonderland Days, check out this Wonderland History website, for pics and information on the old park.

Winter Accommodation Sale @ Metro Hotel Miranda

Metro Hotel Miranda is offering the following Winter Accommodation Sale:

Standard Queen or Twin Room:

• Monday -Thursday $110.00*
• Friday - $140.00*
• Saturday - $155.00*
• Sunday - $140.00*

Superior Queen Room:

• Monday -Thursday $135.00*  
• Friday - $170.00* 
• Saturday only - $175.00*
• Sunday - $150.00* 

Location: Cnr Kingsway & Jackson Ave, Miranda NSW 2228 Australia
Phone: +61 2 9525 7577
Book this special online: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/301
Website: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/sydney-hotels/metro-inn-miranda-11



Terms and Conditions:

• Rates include complimentary car parking, WiFi access and Foxtel 
• Restaurant open daily for meals  
• Valid for stays until 30th June. Subject to availability

Baby It's Cold Outside! Warm Up @ Metro Hotel Miranda!

Metro Hotel Miranda is offering this Baby It's Cold Outside package staying in a Standard Balcony Queen or Twin Room for $110.00* per night including:

• Hot chocolate and Raisin toast 
• Free internet 
• Free car parking 
• Late checkout of 11AM

Location: Cnr Kingsway & Jackson Ave, Miranda NSW 2228 Australia 

Phone: +61 (02) 9525 7577 

Book Online: Metro Hotel Miranda Discount

Terms and Conditions:

• Subject to availability 
• Mid week special Sun / Thurs 
• Valid Until 31st August 2013
• This offer is for a Maximum of two occupants

Features of Metro Hotel Miranda:

• 10-15 minute walk to the public Sutherland Hospital (or 3 minute drive)

• Hotel has disabled access & disabled rooms available with option of adjoining room

• All rooms and floors are NON smoking

• Affordable pricing (no 2 night minimums like other hotels)

• Choice of standard, superior and Executive floor rooms for every budget

• All suites have kitchenettes

• Right next door to Westfield Miranda

• Close to the Royal National Park

• Close proximity to Cronulla Beach (10 min drive away or 5 min train ride away)

• 5-8 minutes walk to Miranda train station

• Only 45 train ride to Sydney CBD

• Gym facilities available (at cost Fitness First)

• Wireless Internet available (WiFi)

• Laundry/dry-cleaning services + guest laundry

• Enklava Cafe downstairs

• BBQ on the hotel balcony

• Tastefully decorated Executive floor rooms each have beautiful bathroom and modern furnishings

• 9 rooms on the Executive floor boast water views of Sydney City and Botany Bay

• Great for corporate, medical and leisure travellers 

• Well suited for families and couples

• Warm and friendly service makes Miranda your home away from home