The Chance to Love Sydney & Win a Trip Extends!

NEW YORK, Oct. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Australia's Tourism New South Wales (NSW) today announces an extension of its Sydney Facebook Life Points Contest. Hosted on the official Sydney, Australia Facebook Page the contest will continue through November 15th giving U.S. globetrotters the chance to win an unforgettable vacation including roundtrip airfare on V Australia staying at the Sydney Harbour YHA.

Until November 15th, Facebook members can enter the Sydney Facebook Life Points Contest by becoming a "fan" of Sydney, Australia -- the ultimate resource for young Americans interested in gaining life experience in Sydney including deals on flights and accommodations. Fans will complete their entry by choosing their favorite Sydney Life Points experience and posting it on the Sydney, Australia wall. Need more inspiration? Fans of Sydney, Australia can also add the Life Points application -- a forum for modern day nomads to share and aspire to adventures in Sydney, Australia -- to their profile where they can explore even more of what Sydney has to offer. Two lucky winners will be awarded a dream vacation for two to Sydney where they will experience all that the city has to offer.

NSW Minister for Tourism Jodi McKay says, "We are thrilled to continue offering an innovative way for young travelers and adventure fans to win a trip to Sydney," Ms. McKay said. "Our city, set against a breathtaking natural environment, is a wonderful place to live, work and holiday."

The dream vacation will include two international economy return flights from Los Angeles to Sydney provided by V Australia, Australia's newest international airline, offering impeccable service with a smile, delicious dining, cutting-edge entertainment and three cabin classes -- all on board the world's largest long-range twin-engine aircraft. Seven nights' accommodation will be provided by Sydney Harbour YHA, an exciting new development in Sydney, featuring budget accommodation, a hands-on archaeological and heritage education experience of Sydney and of course stunning views of Sydney's famous harbour.

For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/seesydney or win.sydney.com.