Nambucca Valley Bush Getaway
Sightseeing
Over the years many visitors have painted their holiday messages, inspirational words, and memories on the rocks at the V-Wall Nambucca Heads. Stroll or wheel along the break wall at the end of Wellington Drive and see what it's all about. This creative space provides a great read with comments from locals as well as visitors from around Australia and across the globe. Walk along the boardwalk from the Visitor Information Centre near Giinagay Way meandering along the riverside past Bellwood Park down to the V-Wall at the river mouth. Parking available.
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The V Wall
52 Wellington DrOver the years many visitors have painted their holiday messages, inspirational words, and memories on the rocks at the V-Wall Nambucca Heads. Stroll or wheel along the break wall at the end of Wellington Drive and see what it's all about. This creative space provides a great read with comments from locals as well as visitors from around Australia and across the globe. Walk along the boardwalk from the Visitor Information Centre near Giinagay Way meandering along the riverside past Bellwood Park down to the V-Wall at the river mouth. Parking available.
At the southern end of Nambucca Shire and an easy 20 minute drive from Atunga, Scotts Head is an idyllic place to visit. The sands of Main Beach stretch for miles to the north making it the perfect place to enjoy a solitary walk, build a sandcastle, paddle in clear water or simply enjoy the rolling surf.
While the gentle waves are perfect for young children, a variety of surf breaks make it a popular spot for all surfers. This beach is patrolled daily during summer holidays and at weekends from October to Easter.
A very well equipped recreation area adjoins this beach - facilities are top quality. Featuring free gas barbecues, modern amenities blocks, plenty of fresh water, and picnic tables - some of these are undercover so that you can picnic even on rainy days.
28 yerel halk öneriyor
Scotts Head
At the southern end of Nambucca Shire and an easy 20 minute drive from Atunga, Scotts Head is an idyllic place to visit. The sands of Main Beach stretch for miles to the north making it the perfect place to enjoy a solitary walk, build a sandcastle, paddle in clear water or simply enjoy the rolling surf.
While the gentle waves are perfect for young children, a variety of surf breaks make it a popular spot for all surfers. This beach is patrolled daily during summer holidays and at weekends from October to Easter.
A very well equipped recreation area adjoins this beach - facilities are top quality. Featuring free gas barbecues, modern amenities blocks, plenty of fresh water, and picnic tables - some of these are undercover so that you can picnic even on rainy days.
Famous for its natural beauty and ease of access, the Nambucca River and its estuary offers a fantastic range of activities to enjoy all year round.
Click here to view the Free River Guide & Maps
There are many access points for wheelchairs.
Fishing - From a boat, kayak or the land, the Nambucca River offers a great range of options and species to catch. Size and bag limits apply - for details please refer to the sign boards at various locations and boat ramps. A fishing license is required in all New South Wales Waters.
Swimming - With a mild sub-tropical climate, you can swim in the river all year round.
Paddle Boarding - Explore the many close-by islands and tranquil backwaters along the length of the river.
Snorkelling - Discover the amazing variety of marine animals that call the Nambucca River home.
Water Skiing - The open broad stretches of the river are perfect for both Water-skiing and Wake-boarding.
Kayaking - Discover the numerous islands and hidden creeks along the river and perhaps have a dolphin encounter!
Jet Skiing - For those with experience the river launchingramps give close access to the river mouth and surf.
Nambucca River
Famous for its natural beauty and ease of access, the Nambucca River and its estuary offers a fantastic range of activities to enjoy all year round.
Click here to view the Free River Guide & Maps
There are many access points for wheelchairs.
Fishing - From a boat, kayak or the land, the Nambucca River offers a great range of options and species to catch. Size and bag limits apply - for details please refer to the sign boards at various locations and boat ramps. A fishing license is required in all New South Wales Waters.
Swimming - With a mild sub-tropical climate, you can swim in the river all year round.
Paddle Boarding - Explore the many close-by islands and tranquil backwaters along the length of the river.
Snorkelling - Discover the amazing variety of marine animals that call the Nambucca River home.
Water Skiing - The open broad stretches of the river are perfect for both Water-skiing and Wake-boarding.
Kayaking - Discover the numerous islands and hidden creeks along the river and perhaps have a dolphin encounter!
Jet Skiing - For those with experience the river launchingramps give close access to the river mouth and surf.
A tour of the Frank Partridge VC Military Museum takes you on a journey that leads from the trench warfare of WWI to twenty-first century combat technology. Located in the historic town of Bowraville, its collections cover all of Australia's armed services and its displays of armoury, uniforms, medals, vehicles, art, publications and memorabilia are the largest on the Mid North Coast.
It is a must-see exhibition that brings visitors up close with those who have served Australia since before the days when Anzac became part of their language.
Admission is by gold coin donation.
Frank Partridge Military Museum
29 High StA tour of the Frank Partridge VC Military Museum takes you on a journey that leads from the trench warfare of WWI to twenty-first century combat technology. Located in the historic town of Bowraville, its collections cover all of Australia's armed services and its displays of armoury, uniforms, medals, vehicles, art, publications and memorabilia are the largest on the Mid North Coast.
It is a must-see exhibition that brings visitors up close with those who have served Australia since before the days when Anzac became part of their language.
Admission is by gold coin donation.
This complex provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of the pioneers of Nambucca District, Mid North coast, New South Wales, Australia.
Set in an award winning cottage garden, the replica Pioneer Cottage, furnished with period pieces, makes it easy for a visitor to imagine how they would have lived 100 years ago.
See the machinery and implements so important to the farmer and timber cutter; the horse drawn vehicles that travelled our early roads, imagine sleeping in the ‘bark hut’ or spending time in
the Police Cell, and discover those bits and pieces that Grandma (or Great Grandma) used.
Local and Family History publications are available to purchase and a postcard depicting heritage scenes or occasions will be a memento of your visit.
A Nambucca Valley Pioneer Wall is being developed and plaques can be purchased.
A Research Officer can assist with your locality or family history project and arrangements can be made for the purchase of copies of photographs from our collection.
The Committee conducts regular tours of places of historical interest. Details are advised in local publications, or phone 0422 331 878.
Mary Boulton's Pioneer Cottage & Museum
38 Gumma RdThis complex provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of the pioneers of Nambucca District, Mid North coast, New South Wales, Australia.
Set in an award winning cottage garden, the replica Pioneer Cottage, furnished with period pieces, makes it easy for a visitor to imagine how they would have lived 100 years ago.
See the machinery and implements so important to the farmer and timber cutter; the horse drawn vehicles that travelled our early roads, imagine sleeping in the ‘bark hut’ or spending time in
the Police Cell, and discover those bits and pieces that Grandma (or Great Grandma) used.
Local and Family History publications are available to purchase and a postcard depicting heritage scenes or occasions will be a memento of your visit.
A Nambucca Valley Pioneer Wall is being developed and plaques can be purchased.
A Research Officer can assist with your locality or family history project and arrangements can be made for the purchase of copies of photographs from our collection.
The Committee conducts regular tours of places of historical interest. Details are advised in local publications, or phone 0422 331 878.
Step back in time on a guided tour of Trial Bay Gaol, soaking up the history and the amazing coastal views that surround it.
The gaol opened in 1886, after 13 years of construction. It must have been a strange feeling building a prison in such a beautiful setting. The prison labourers were there to construct a breakwater to make Trial Bay a safe harbour between Sydney and Brisbane. Unfortunately the scheme failed, however you’ll still be able to see the remains of the breakwater from the guard tower lookout. During World War I the gaol became an internment camp for people of German descent who were feared to be enemy sympathisers.
Today, this picturesque historic ruin stands as a testament to those who lived and died here, with a museum and memorial for visitors to get a better idea of life in those days. Feeling energetic? Try the nearby Powder Magazine walking track or Monument Hill walking track.
32 yerel halk öneriyor
Trial Bay Gaol Hapishanesi
73 Trial Bay Gaol Access RdStep back in time on a guided tour of Trial Bay Gaol, soaking up the history and the amazing coastal views that surround it.
The gaol opened in 1886, after 13 years of construction. It must have been a strange feeling building a prison in such a beautiful setting. The prison labourers were there to construct a breakwater to make Trial Bay a safe harbour between Sydney and Brisbane. Unfortunately the scheme failed, however you’ll still be able to see the remains of the breakwater from the guard tower lookout. During World War I the gaol became an internment camp for people of German descent who were feared to be enemy sympathisers.
Today, this picturesque historic ruin stands as a testament to those who lived and died here, with a museum and memorial for visitors to get a better idea of life in those days. Feeling energetic? Try the nearby Powder Magazine walking track or Monument Hill walking track.
Visit the award winning Coffs Harbour Butterfly House, one of Coffs Harbour’s most amazing attractions.
The Butterfly House offers visitors the opportunity to stroll amongst hundreds of live Australian butterflies in an indoor subtropical rainforest setting.
Share the world of butterflies as they fly, court, mate, sip nectar or rest in the light showing off their fascinating colours and patterns.
5 Strouds Rd,
Bonville NSW 2450
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Coffs Harbour Kelebek Evi
5 Strouds RdVisit the award winning Coffs Harbour Butterfly House, one of Coffs Harbour’s most amazing attractions.
The Butterfly House offers visitors the opportunity to stroll amongst hundreds of live Australian butterflies in an indoor subtropical rainforest setting.
Share the world of butterflies as they fly, court, mate, sip nectar or rest in the light showing off their fascinating colours and patterns.
5 Strouds Rd,
Bonville NSW 2450
The old timber jetty in the harbour is the place to promenade, sit and fish, photograph sunrise or watch swimmers, seabirds, fishing boats, canoe paddlers and cruising yachts come and go.
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Coffs Harbour Jetty
Jordan EsplanadeThe old timber jetty in the harbour is the place to promenade, sit and fish, photograph sunrise or watch swimmers, seabirds, fishing boats, canoe paddlers and cruising yachts come and go.
The outdoor learning centre will enrich the experience by providing fascinating cultural information. The eastern lookout offers spectacular views of the Solitary Islands, and between May and November this is the perfect spot for whale watching.
The walk begins at the Coffs Harbour Marina. As you stroll along the break wall, with the ocean sparkling with turquoise and deep sapphire hues, you may glimpse a dolphin, sea turtle, school of fish, or stingray.
The trail up Muttonbird Island is sealed but steep. For those needing to catch their breath there is a bench halfway up that provides a superb view of the marina. As you walk along the track to the lookout at the top, on either side of the path you’ll notice open burrows. This is an important roosting and breeding site for the Wedge-tailed Shearwater. Signage along the way explains the lifecycle of these migratory birds. It is important to stay on the track as the burrows are extremely fragile and the plant cover provides little protection from cave-ins which can be disastrous for the birds.
The eastern lookout is perched above wave-worn rock platforms at the far end of the walkway. The lookout affords year round unimpeded views of Solitary Islands Marine Park. Between May and November you might see humpback whales on their annual migration. On a clear day you can see South West Rocks in the south and north to Woolgoolga.
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Muttonbird Island
The outdoor learning centre will enrich the experience by providing fascinating cultural information. The eastern lookout offers spectacular views of the Solitary Islands, and between May and November this is the perfect spot for whale watching.
The walk begins at the Coffs Harbour Marina. As you stroll along the break wall, with the ocean sparkling with turquoise and deep sapphire hues, you may glimpse a dolphin, sea turtle, school of fish, or stingray.
The trail up Muttonbird Island is sealed but steep. For those needing to catch their breath there is a bench halfway up that provides a superb view of the marina. As you walk along the track to the lookout at the top, on either side of the path you’ll notice open burrows. This is an important roosting and breeding site for the Wedge-tailed Shearwater. Signage along the way explains the lifecycle of these migratory birds. It is important to stay on the track as the burrows are extremely fragile and the plant cover provides little protection from cave-ins which can be disastrous for the birds.
The eastern lookout is perched above wave-worn rock platforms at the far end of the walkway. The lookout affords year round unimpeded views of Solitary Islands Marine Park. Between May and November you might see humpback whales on their annual migration. On a clear day you can see South West Rocks in the south and north to Woolgoolga.
Nambucca River Cruises travel up the beautiful Nambucca River. They are fully licensed and offer fully guided tours with commentary and are walker and wheelchair friendly.
Book online or
email enquiries@nambuccariverhouseboats.com or
Ph 02 6569 4055
River Cruises & Houseboats Hire
2111 Giinagay WayNambucca River Cruises travel up the beautiful Nambucca River. They are fully licensed and offer fully guided tours with commentary and are walker and wheelchair friendly.
Book online or
email enquiries@nambuccariverhouseboats.com or
Ph 02 6569 4055
Outside the Bowraville Museum, exhibits in the Bowraville Folk Museum cover almost every area of folk life in the Nambucca Valley.
Some of our more significant displays include a log cabin inhabited by an early pioneer family, the local Presbyterian Church which was relocated to the grounds of the museum and the Boarding House set from the locally filmed The Umbrella Woman which featured Bryan Brown, Rachel Ward and Sam Neill.
There is a working Blacksmith’s Forge and several other items of working machinery plus an extensive display of everyday items from the local area.
The fascinating museum building was originally a General Store and was then the Headquarters of the Voluntary Defence Corps during World War 2. It continued to operate a Department Store until the Museum opened in 1970.
There is a large collection of newspaper clippings, the most famous from the London Gazette Friday August 19, 1768 with an article about a secret voyage by Captain James Cook.
The Eve Knight collection lapidary collection features a large range of rocks, crystals & glowing rocks. A Children’s Museum is also on the site where they are encouraged to explore the objects on display.
Bowraville Folk Museum
86 High StOutside the Bowraville Museum, exhibits in the Bowraville Folk Museum cover almost every area of folk life in the Nambucca Valley.
Some of our more significant displays include a log cabin inhabited by an early pioneer family, the local Presbyterian Church which was relocated to the grounds of the museum and the Boarding House set from the locally filmed The Umbrella Woman which featured Bryan Brown, Rachel Ward and Sam Neill.
There is a working Blacksmith’s Forge and several other items of working machinery plus an extensive display of everyday items from the local area.
The fascinating museum building was originally a General Store and was then the Headquarters of the Voluntary Defence Corps during World War 2. It continued to operate a Department Store until the Museum opened in 1970.
There is a large collection of newspaper clippings, the most famous from the London Gazette Friday August 19, 1768 with an article about a secret voyage by Captain James Cook.
The Eve Knight collection lapidary collection features a large range of rocks, crystals & glowing rocks. A Children’s Museum is also on the site where they are encouraged to explore the objects on display.
An authentic outdoor market held every Sunday set alongside the Jetty Foreshore and historic jetty in Coffs Harbour.
There is a huge range of unique art and craft, fresh local produce, tasty gourmet food and delicious beverages. Their philosophy is locally made, locally grown so you are guaranteed a unique experience.
Fun and entertainment for everyone with activities, live music and performers every week. They regularly host community workshops, festivals and events.
Join the community for the day and see why they love living there.
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Harbourside Markets
Marina DriveAn authentic outdoor market held every Sunday set alongside the Jetty Foreshore and historic jetty in Coffs Harbour.
There is a huge range of unique art and craft, fresh local produce, tasty gourmet food and delicious beverages. Their philosophy is locally made, locally grown so you are guaranteed a unique experience.
Fun and entertainment for everyone with activities, live music and performers every week. They regularly host community workshops, festivals and events.
Join the community for the day and see why they love living there.
The Twilight Food Market is open every Friday (weather permitting) from September 2020 up to April 2021.
A family friendly food only market, diverse in multicultural cuisine and lots of choices for the kids. Dog friendly too. Bring a blanket or chair, bottle of wine or beer and kick back and enjoy the entertainment.
Located in one of Coffs Harbour's premier beach side locations, Park Beach Reserve, with the crystal clear water of Coffs Creek on it's doorstep.
Eat, relax, walk, swim and enjoy!
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Twilight Food Market - Coffs Harbour
Ocean ParadeThe Twilight Food Market is open every Friday (weather permitting) from September 2020 up to April 2021.
A family friendly food only market, diverse in multicultural cuisine and lots of choices for the kids. Dog friendly too. Bring a blanket or chair, bottle of wine or beer and kick back and enjoy the entertainment.
Located in one of Coffs Harbour's premier beach side locations, Park Beach Reserve, with the crystal clear water of Coffs Creek on it's doorstep.
Eat, relax, walk, swim and enjoy!
Only a short drive off the Pacific Highway from Coffs Harbour, Sealy Lookout sits within a flora reserve in Orara East State Forest - part of the amazing state Forests of the Coffs Coast.
Take a 10 minute drive from Coffs Harbour up through banana plantations to reach the lookout - it's open to vehicles during daylight hours, and your visit is free.
Here, the Forest Sky Pier offers magnificent coastal views over the city of Coffs Harbour and up and down the coastline. There are walking tracks through rainforest, ranging from one to three hours, and picnic tables and toilets are provided. A covered picnic shelter is available for those with mobility issues, and the Forest Sky Pier is easily accessible (no steps) from the car park. Coach parking is also available.
Whilst at the lookout, grab a coffee from Nyanggan Gapi cafe, check out Coffs Treetops (maybe even book ahead - it's a popular canopy adventure!), or walk 500 metres down the road to the beautiful Gumgali Track (which ends at Korora Lookout). Gumgali Track shares the Gumbaynggirr story of Gumgali the black goanna in sculpture, art and sound.
Sealy Lookout - a NSW gold award winning tourist attraction!
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Only a short drive off the Pacific Highway from Coffs Harbour, Sealy Lookout sits within a flora reserve in Orara East State Forest - part of the amazing state Forests of the Coffs Coast.
Take a 10 minute drive from Coffs Harbour up through banana plantations to reach the lookout - it's open to vehicles during daylight hours, and your visit is free.
Here, the Forest Sky Pier offers magnificent coastal views over the city of Coffs Harbour and up and down the coastline. There are walking tracks through rainforest, ranging from one to three hours, and picnic tables and toilets are provided. A covered picnic shelter is available for those with mobility issues, and the Forest Sky Pier is easily accessible (no steps) from the car park. Coach parking is also available.
Whilst at the lookout, grab a coffee from Nyanggan Gapi cafe, check out Coffs Treetops (maybe even book ahead - it's a popular canopy adventure!), or walk 500 metres down the road to the beautiful Gumgali Track (which ends at Korora Lookout). Gumgali Track shares the Gumbaynggirr story of Gumgali the black goanna in sculpture, art and sound.
Sealy Lookout - a NSW gold award winning tourist attraction!
It's Un-Bee-Lievable. Come in and see their working display beehive and learn all about how bee's work, and how honey is made.
You can see some their Australian Native bees at work as well. Taste their range for Natural Australian honeys and take some home with you. Enjoy the locally roasted coffee with some award winning scones.
Have a chat with their Beekeepers or a browse through the gift shop for that unique gift for your special someone. Take your photo in front of the Big Beehive.
4049 Giinagay Way Urunga Ph 02 6655 6160
The Honey Place
4049 Giinagay WayIt's Un-Bee-Lievable. Come in and see their working display beehive and learn all about how bee's work, and how honey is made.
You can see some their Australian Native bees at work as well. Taste their range for Natural Australian honeys and take some home with you. Enjoy the locally roasted coffee with some award winning scones.
Have a chat with their Beekeepers or a browse through the gift shop for that unique gift for your special someone. Take your photo in front of the Big Beehive.
4049 Giinagay Way Urunga Ph 02 6655 6160
HOME DESTINATIONS NORTH COAST COFFS HARBOUR AREA COFFS HARBOUR ATTRACTIONS
The Big Banana Fun Park
Overview
The Big Banana is Australia's original and most iconic Big Thing. No trip along the Coffs Coast is complete without a stop!
The Big Banana Fun Park now boasts a 4D Ride Simulator, featuring four of the latest and best ride simulator films in the world!
The Big Banana Fun Park also features the biggest Giant Slide in the country, the the biggest Water Park between Sydney and The Gold Coast, with four huge thrill slides, two inflatable slides and a kids Aqua Play area, their famous Toboggan Ride overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean, a 36 hole Mini-Golf course, a State-of-the-art Laser Tag arena and an Ice Skating rink.
If you're after something a little less active, you can play the latest and greatest ticket redemption gaming machines at Go Bananas Fun Zone or experience the World of Bananas Theatre and plantation tour.
No trip is complete without visiting Steve McEwan's Reptile World, Coffs Candy Kitchen, the Cheesemaking Workshop or Opal Centre and a Choc Coated Banana from the Cafe, then shop to your heart’s desire in the Gift Shop, the largest banana themed gift store on the planet!
The Big Banana Fun Park, it’s a whole bunch of fun!
351 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour Ph 02 6652 4355
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351 Pacific HwyHOME DESTINATIONS NORTH COAST COFFS HARBOUR AREA COFFS HARBOUR ATTRACTIONS
The Big Banana Fun Park
Overview
The Big Banana is Australia's original and most iconic Big Thing. No trip along the Coffs Coast is complete without a stop!
The Big Banana Fun Park now boasts a 4D Ride Simulator, featuring four of the latest and best ride simulator films in the world!
The Big Banana Fun Park also features the biggest Giant Slide in the country, the the biggest Water Park between Sydney and The Gold Coast, with four huge thrill slides, two inflatable slides and a kids Aqua Play area, their famous Toboggan Ride overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean, a 36 hole Mini-Golf course, a State-of-the-art Laser Tag arena and an Ice Skating rink.
If you're after something a little less active, you can play the latest and greatest ticket redemption gaming machines at Go Bananas Fun Zone or experience the World of Bananas Theatre and plantation tour.
No trip is complete without visiting Steve McEwan's Reptile World, Coffs Candy Kitchen, the Cheesemaking Workshop or Opal Centre and a Choc Coated Banana from the Cafe, then shop to your heart’s desire in the Gift Shop, the largest banana themed gift store on the planet!
The Big Banana Fun Park, it’s a whole bunch of fun!
351 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour Ph 02 6652 4355
City/town information
MACKSVILLE is a delightful riverside town approximately 7 km from Atunga Cottag and a great place to experience some real country hospitality! The riverside parks and ‘Lily pond’ parkland at the southern end of the town are popular resting places for travellers heading north. Rich in history, the wide Nambucca River now provides many recreational opportunities – sailing, canoeing, jet ski and waterskiing, as well as fishing and rowing. On the northern riverbank you will find a great spot to stop and picnic or launch a boat. Away from the water, Macksville offers a range of tasty food products, arts and craft; and historic country pubs.
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Macksville
MACKSVILLE is a delightful riverside town approximately 7 km from Atunga Cottag and a great place to experience some real country hospitality! The riverside parks and ‘Lily pond’ parkland at the southern end of the town are popular resting places for travellers heading north. Rich in history, the wide Nambucca River now provides many recreational opportunities – sailing, canoeing, jet ski and waterskiing, as well as fishing and rowing. On the northern riverbank you will find a great spot to stop and picnic or launch a boat. Away from the water, Macksville offers a range of tasty food products, arts and craft; and historic country pubs.
The quaint town of Bellingen is peppered with restaurants, cafes and bars. Soak up the beautiful weather by going alfresco at the Black Bear or grab a high chair at Hyde and people-watch over a cup of coffee. Sunny afternoons are also a perfect excuse for a scoop of award-winning ice-cream at Bellingen Gelato Bar
To delve into Bellingen’s artsy side, walk it off at the Old Butter Factory – a shopping arcade with art galleries, leather goods and woodcraft.
Explore historic Hyde Street and drop into the Federal Hotel, a beautifully renovated two-storey pub and bistro that first opened in 1901. Another tempting delight on Hyde Street is the Tuckshop Bellingen, a popular fish and chip shop that serves fresh seafood caught by Coffs Harbour fishing boats.
The Cedar Bar and Kitchen is a lovingly renovated old timber church built in the 1900s. The Bellingen Brewery & Co. is in a carefully converted old factory in a Church Street laneway. Enjoy a fine selection of locally brewed craft ales and delicious food. 5 Church Street cafe specialises in local produce and live music.
With a vibrant community of farmer’s and artisans, Bellingen celebrates its creativity with bustling market and festivals. The Bellingen Farmers & Produce Market are held each week in the Bellingen Showgrounds and the Bellingen Community Markets is on the third Saturday of the month.
Time your holiday on the mid NSW North Coast with one of the many cultural events. The Bellingen Fine Music Festival is a classical music gala in September. The eclectic Bello Winter Music Festival is in July. Book lovers can rejoice too with the popular Bellingen Readers & Writers Festival in June.
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Bellingen
The quaint town of Bellingen is peppered with restaurants, cafes and bars. Soak up the beautiful weather by going alfresco at the Black Bear or grab a high chair at Hyde and people-watch over a cup of coffee. Sunny afternoons are also a perfect excuse for a scoop of award-winning ice-cream at Bellingen Gelato Bar
To delve into Bellingen’s artsy side, walk it off at the Old Butter Factory – a shopping arcade with art galleries, leather goods and woodcraft.
Explore historic Hyde Street and drop into the Federal Hotel, a beautifully renovated two-storey pub and bistro that first opened in 1901. Another tempting delight on Hyde Street is the Tuckshop Bellingen, a popular fish and chip shop that serves fresh seafood caught by Coffs Harbour fishing boats.
The Cedar Bar and Kitchen is a lovingly renovated old timber church built in the 1900s. The Bellingen Brewery & Co. is in a carefully converted old factory in a Church Street laneway. Enjoy a fine selection of locally brewed craft ales and delicious food. 5 Church Street cafe specialises in local produce and live music.
With a vibrant community of farmer’s and artisans, Bellingen celebrates its creativity with bustling market and festivals. The Bellingen Farmers & Produce Market are held each week in the Bellingen Showgrounds and the Bellingen Community Markets is on the third Saturday of the month.
Time your holiday on the mid NSW North Coast with one of the many cultural events. The Bellingen Fine Music Festival is a classical music gala in September. The eclectic Bello Winter Music Festival is in July. Book lovers can rejoice too with the popular Bellingen Readers & Writers Festival in June.
The following information was obtained from the Nambucca Valley Council Tourism website.
Congarinni - place of fog.
The stunning Nambucca River is the major attraction of this delightful locality. Rural house blocks and small hobby farms have cropped up amoung larger working cattle farms. Fruit, vegetables and nuts are grown on a commercial basis.
This contribution was researched and written by Jan Donaldson – April 2004.
"From what I have been able to unearth, in the early days the main bullock trail from Kempsey ran through subtropical rainforest bush to the small village of Congarinni located where the Taylors Arm and Nambucca rivers meet. The trail then turned left to Bowraville and Bellingen, or right to Macksville.
The settlement of Congarinni began when Patrick Byrnes took up 295 acres in 1864. Patrick was the son-in-law of Thomas Howell who had portions between Blackbutt Creek and Wirrimbi. In 1867 Patrick selected two more portions – 33 and 36 acres. Patrick had been very shrewd in his selection as it proved to be some of the best land around – not marshy. He set up a general store and pub. It was here that the coaches stopped to change horses for the stage to Bellinger River. Patrick also ran a punt across the river. (Patrick Byrnes’s grave is a kilometre west of the Congarinni South Rd intersection on Taylors Arm Rd).
When townships developed, Congarinni was overlooked and Bowraville, Macksville and Nambucca Heads emerged. The ferry/punt was replaced by a bridge during World War II to speed up the transport of rural products needed for the war effort. A Mr B Green was the ferryman in 1907. In 1916 a Mr Tacon was paid 114 pounds per year to man the ferry. (The ferry service was not very punctual – those wishing to cross often had to find the ferryman working in his paddocks or nearby timber. My grandfather decided to move his house, farm buildings and family to his property on the southern side of the river because he was sick of waiting!"
Congarinni
The following information was obtained from the Nambucca Valley Council Tourism website.
Congarinni - place of fog.
The stunning Nambucca River is the major attraction of this delightful locality. Rural house blocks and small hobby farms have cropped up amoung larger working cattle farms. Fruit, vegetables and nuts are grown on a commercial basis.
This contribution was researched and written by Jan Donaldson – April 2004.
"From what I have been able to unearth, in the early days the main bullock trail from Kempsey ran through subtropical rainforest bush to the small village of Congarinni located where the Taylors Arm and Nambucca rivers meet. The trail then turned left to Bowraville and Bellingen, or right to Macksville.
The settlement of Congarinni began when Patrick Byrnes took up 295 acres in 1864. Patrick was the son-in-law of Thomas Howell who had portions between Blackbutt Creek and Wirrimbi. In 1867 Patrick selected two more portions – 33 and 36 acres. Patrick had been very shrewd in his selection as it proved to be some of the best land around – not marshy. He set up a general store and pub. It was here that the coaches stopped to change horses for the stage to Bellinger River. Patrick also ran a punt across the river. (Patrick Byrnes’s grave is a kilometre west of the Congarinni South Rd intersection on Taylors Arm Rd).
When townships developed, Congarinni was overlooked and Bowraville, Macksville and Nambucca Heads emerged. The ferry/punt was replaced by a bridge during World War II to speed up the transport of rural products needed for the war effort. A Mr B Green was the ferryman in 1907. In 1916 a Mr Tacon was paid 114 pounds per year to man the ferry. (The ferry service was not very punctual – those wishing to cross often had to find the ferryman working in his paddocks or nearby timber. My grandfather decided to move his house, farm buildings and family to his property on the southern side of the river because he was sick of waiting!"
BOWRAVILLE – (population 1500) is a heritage town in the centre of the Nambucca Valley Shire. Known as ‘the Verandah Post Town’, many of the shops in High Street have overhanging verandas. Originally called ‘Bowra’, the town’s name was changed to avoid confusion with Nowra and Bowral.
Bowraville is a town of contrast with a main street lined with verandah-shaded footpaths, museums, art galleries and a treasure trove of Aboriginal art and culture. It is beautifully situated within attractive farmland and mountain rainforests.
The Frank Partridge VC Military Museum is housed in the historic former council chambers. Its large and extensive collection of military memorabilia covers all conflicts that Australian forces participated in. Ph. 6564 7056.
The Bowraville Folk Museum is recognised as one of the best of its type in NSW – a must visit! Hundreds of items used in the district in bygone days are on display. Ph. 6564 8200.
Nambucca Valley Phoenix – ‘The Bank’ Gallery, craft studios and tea rooms feature a unique range of quality pottery, art, craft, glass art and souvenirs. Enjoy a light meal, Devonshire tea or some delightful light refreshments. Ph. 6564 7677.
The Bowra Hotel is a magnificent hotel (built 1912) being restored to its former glory. It’s a great place to stop for a cool drink, enjoy a wonderful bistro meal, or stay overnight. Fabulous views of the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed from the 12-foot wide upstairs verandahs. Ph. 6564 7041.
Bowraville Races – The Nambucca River Jockey Club conducts regular race meetings at this picturesque racecourse – it’s a picnic day to remember with full betting facilities. The racecourse is at the northern end of the town on the Macksville/Nambucca Heads Road.
Dunggir National Park is 20 km southwest of Bowraville.
Horseshoe Drive is best tackled in a 4WD. This spectacular drive takes you through national parks and state forests of the Great Dividing Range. Don’t miss the superb views from Killiecrankie Lookout.
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Bowraville
BOWRAVILLE – (population 1500) is a heritage town in the centre of the Nambucca Valley Shire. Known as ‘the Verandah Post Town’, many of the shops in High Street have overhanging verandas. Originally called ‘Bowra’, the town’s name was changed to avoid confusion with Nowra and Bowral.
Bowraville is a town of contrast with a main street lined with verandah-shaded footpaths, museums, art galleries and a treasure trove of Aboriginal art and culture. It is beautifully situated within attractive farmland and mountain rainforests.
The Frank Partridge VC Military Museum is housed in the historic former council chambers. Its large and extensive collection of military memorabilia covers all conflicts that Australian forces participated in. Ph. 6564 7056.
The Bowraville Folk Museum is recognised as one of the best of its type in NSW – a must visit! Hundreds of items used in the district in bygone days are on display. Ph. 6564 8200.
Nambucca Valley Phoenix – ‘The Bank’ Gallery, craft studios and tea rooms feature a unique range of quality pottery, art, craft, glass art and souvenirs. Enjoy a light meal, Devonshire tea or some delightful light refreshments. Ph. 6564 7677.
The Bowra Hotel is a magnificent hotel (built 1912) being restored to its former glory. It’s a great place to stop for a cool drink, enjoy a wonderful bistro meal, or stay overnight. Fabulous views of the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed from the 12-foot wide upstairs verandahs. Ph. 6564 7041.
Bowraville Races – The Nambucca River Jockey Club conducts regular race meetings at this picturesque racecourse – it’s a picnic day to remember with full betting facilities. The racecourse is at the northern end of the town on the Macksville/Nambucca Heads Road.
Dunggir National Park is 20 km southwest of Bowraville.
Horseshoe Drive is best tackled in a 4WD. This spectacular drive takes you through national parks and state forests of the Great Dividing Range. Don’t miss the superb views from Killiecrankie Lookout.
Where the magnificent Nambucca River meets the sea. The breath-taking views from Captain Cook and Rotary Lookouts catapult the visitor into a real-life postcard. Fabulous beaches and coastal scenery await those who wind their way down to the headland or take a walk along the outdoor graffiti gallery known locally as the V-Wall.
The hustle of the Pacific Highway fades into a dim memory as visitors wander up the main street of Nambucca Heads – the town has become even more popular since the highway bypassed it. So take a stroll, bag a bargain, update your beachwear … just relax and enjoy this historic friendly town.
Nambucca Heads was an important coastal port with ship building and timber mills as the main industries in the 1800s and early 1900s. The Shire Council’s investment in a system of boardwalks and storyboards along the waterfront will guide the discerning visitor through the town’s change of fortunes.
Beaches in the Nambucca Valley– Clean, uncrowded and inviting, surf and river beaches such as Shelly, Beilby and Main Beach are popular all year round. Main Beach in patrolled throughout the summer school holidays and at weekends between October and Easter. Nearby Swimming Creek Beach is dog friendly – providing your dog is!
Ocean lookouts – Many lookouts offering spectacular views are dotted along the headlands – views to South West Rocks in the south; almost to Coffs Harbour in the north and west along the river to the mountains.
Foreshores boardwalks – From the RSL Club car park a series of boardwalks wind a path along and over the water to the river entrance. Storyboards highlight historical sites.
Gordon Park rainforest and nature walks – Gordon Park is a pristine piece of original rainforest preserved amid commercial and residential development. A unique network of trails throughout the park highlights its botanical treasures.
Headland Historical Museum– Situated on Main Beach Headland, the museum showcases the region’s colourful history (ph 6568 6380).The headland also gives visitors the chance to enjoy a cappuccino and admire yet another breath-taking ocean panorama.
Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club–Possibly the only golf club in the world totally surrounded by water, this challenging 18-hole golf course is set on Stuart Island in the Nambucca River. With its views to the ocean, abundant birdlife and exceptional cuisine, it is popular even with non-golfers!
Mosaic sculpture– Outside the police station on Bowra Street, dolphins, fish and an octopus emerge from concrete waves in what may be Australia’s longest sculpture – ‘The River’. No-one will be left untouched (or without a memory of their nanna’s favourite teacups) after gazing into the sculpture’s swirling tale of how the river winds from the mountains of the Great Dividing Range, through towns and farmland until it meets the sea.
Painted poles– Local artists have painted electricity power poles along Bowra Street also borrowing on the theme ‘Where the River Meets the Sea’.
Stringer Gallery– Explore the Nambucca Heads Community and Arts Centre on Ridge Street for quality local works of art.
V-Wall–Winding off Bowra Street onto river-hugging Wellington Drive, visitors will be treated to an outdoor art gallery stretching from the car park to the river entrance. And it’s not a closed shop – visitors are encouraged to paint their own postcard message on the enormous rock boulders. Less artistic ones are sure to enjoy the walk and reading messages from around the world.
Fishing– It’s your choice - offshore, beach or estuary! The breakwall at the river entrance is probably the most popular spot to fish off the rocks or simply hire a boat for a day on the river – Warrell Creek can be a fishing bonanza!
Show and Shine – Motor enthusiasts of all ages flock to Nambucca Heads each October Long Weekend to feast their eyes on an amazing array of hot rods parked along the full length of Bowra Street. For an entire week, hundreds of gleaming machines liven the streets and roads of Nambucca culminating in the ‘show and shine’.
26 yerel halk öneriyor
Nambucca Heads
Where the magnificent Nambucca River meets the sea. The breath-taking views from Captain Cook and Rotary Lookouts catapult the visitor into a real-life postcard. Fabulous beaches and coastal scenery await those who wind their way down to the headland or take a walk along the outdoor graffiti gallery known locally as the V-Wall.
The hustle of the Pacific Highway fades into a dim memory as visitors wander up the main street of Nambucca Heads – the town has become even more popular since the highway bypassed it. So take a stroll, bag a bargain, update your beachwear … just relax and enjoy this historic friendly town.
Nambucca Heads was an important coastal port with ship building and timber mills as the main industries in the 1800s and early 1900s. The Shire Council’s investment in a system of boardwalks and storyboards along the waterfront will guide the discerning visitor through the town’s change of fortunes.
Beaches in the Nambucca Valley– Clean, uncrowded and inviting, surf and river beaches such as Shelly, Beilby and Main Beach are popular all year round. Main Beach in patrolled throughout the summer school holidays and at weekends between October and Easter. Nearby Swimming Creek Beach is dog friendly – providing your dog is!
Ocean lookouts – Many lookouts offering spectacular views are dotted along the headlands – views to South West Rocks in the south; almost to Coffs Harbour in the north and west along the river to the mountains.
Foreshores boardwalks – From the RSL Club car park a series of boardwalks wind a path along and over the water to the river entrance. Storyboards highlight historical sites.
Gordon Park rainforest and nature walks – Gordon Park is a pristine piece of original rainforest preserved amid commercial and residential development. A unique network of trails throughout the park highlights its botanical treasures.
Headland Historical Museum– Situated on Main Beach Headland, the museum showcases the region’s colourful history (ph 6568 6380).The headland also gives visitors the chance to enjoy a cappuccino and admire yet another breath-taking ocean panorama.
Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club–Possibly the only golf club in the world totally surrounded by water, this challenging 18-hole golf course is set on Stuart Island in the Nambucca River. With its views to the ocean, abundant birdlife and exceptional cuisine, it is popular even with non-golfers!
Mosaic sculpture– Outside the police station on Bowra Street, dolphins, fish and an octopus emerge from concrete waves in what may be Australia’s longest sculpture – ‘The River’. No-one will be left untouched (or without a memory of their nanna’s favourite teacups) after gazing into the sculpture’s swirling tale of how the river winds from the mountains of the Great Dividing Range, through towns and farmland until it meets the sea.
Painted poles– Local artists have painted electricity power poles along Bowra Street also borrowing on the theme ‘Where the River Meets the Sea’.
Stringer Gallery– Explore the Nambucca Heads Community and Arts Centre on Ridge Street for quality local works of art.
V-Wall–Winding off Bowra Street onto river-hugging Wellington Drive, visitors will be treated to an outdoor art gallery stretching from the car park to the river entrance. And it’s not a closed shop – visitors are encouraged to paint their own postcard message on the enormous rock boulders. Less artistic ones are sure to enjoy the walk and reading messages from around the world.
Fishing– It’s your choice - offshore, beach or estuary! The breakwall at the river entrance is probably the most popular spot to fish off the rocks or simply hire a boat for a day on the river – Warrell Creek can be a fishing bonanza!
Show and Shine – Motor enthusiasts of all ages flock to Nambucca Heads each October Long Weekend to feast their eyes on an amazing array of hot rods parked along the full length of Bowra Street. For an entire week, hundreds of gleaming machines liven the streets and roads of Nambucca culminating in the ‘show and shine’.
Scotts Head (population 1500) can be seen across the mouth of the river at Nambucca Heads but to get there by car, it’s 10 kilometres off the Pacific Highway and about a 15-minute drive south of Macksville.
Scotts Head is a must-surf destination! Mastering the waves there has seen a number of locals do well on the professional circuit. Softboards can be hired or lessons booked at Scotts Head Surf School. Excellent surf conditions can be found at three beaches.
Main Beach – There could be no more suitable beach for all ages. It offers ideal surf conditions, safe swimming (patrolled during summer school holidays and weekends from October to Easter), miles of squeaky-clean beach for walking, shower and toilet blocks, barbecues, picnic facilities and a children’s playground.
Main (Forster) Beach is particularly suitable for children and those with less experience in the surf. The fine sand builds superb sandcastles, creates a comfortable bed for those who just want to catch some rays, and stretches for miles northwards.
Swimming is not recommended at Little or Wakki Beaches where the surf is steeper and more powerful.
From May to October, the Surf Club Headland and Elephant Head are great spots to watch dolphins and migrating humpback whales – sometimes you can even hear whale songs. Steps lead from the beach carpark to a viewing platform, sealed pathway and a lookout.
Rocky promontories make Scotts Head an ideal rock and beach fishing area. Boat ramps are located at the southern end of Main Beach and at Weir Reserve, Warrell Creek. The creek runs parallel to the coast from Nambucca Heads before turning west around the foothills of Mt Yarrahapinni, and provides 30 km of accessible river for boating, canoeing and kayaking. Fish, birdlife and native animals are in abundance.
Scotts Head Recreation Reserve & Caravan Park provides excellent facilities for both holiday visitors as well as day-trippers. Gas BBQs, picnic tables and food preparation areas are under cover and next door to a children’s playground. Sporting fields, the Scotts Head Bowling & Recreation Club, tennis, basketball and netball courts are available for the energetic while the beach is ideal for beach cricket or volleyball.
You don’t need to bring provisions or a picnic lunch – the bakery, supermarket, takeaway, coffee shop, club bistro and even a local ‘fisho’ will ensure you don’t starve.
Heading out of town, Mt Yarrahapinni (the big one with antennas on top), Yarriabini National Park and Way Way State Forest are only minutes from Scotts Head, sandwiched between the coast and the Pacific Highway. The picturesque rainforest setting provides an ideal location for families to enjoy some more challenging pursuits – bring your mountain bike, hiking shoes and artistic talents for a COOL holiday to remember!
The gravel road to the summit of Mt Yarrahapinni is accessible in most weather conditions and the superb 360-degree views make the journey worthwhile. The tranquil rainforests with marked walking trails, pebbled creeks, clear waterholes and BBQ/picnic facilities come complete with soaring timbers, ferns, palms wildflowers and interesting wildlife – don’t leave your lunch unattended or the resident goannas will move in!
Take time to discover Scotts Head – you’ll be glad that you did and may even visit the real estate agents to buy your own piece of paradise!
28 yerel halk öneriyor
Scotts Head
Scotts Head (population 1500) can be seen across the mouth of the river at Nambucca Heads but to get there by car, it’s 10 kilometres off the Pacific Highway and about a 15-minute drive south of Macksville.
Scotts Head is a must-surf destination! Mastering the waves there has seen a number of locals do well on the professional circuit. Softboards can be hired or lessons booked at Scotts Head Surf School. Excellent surf conditions can be found at three beaches.
Main Beach – There could be no more suitable beach for all ages. It offers ideal surf conditions, safe swimming (patrolled during summer school holidays and weekends from October to Easter), miles of squeaky-clean beach for walking, shower and toilet blocks, barbecues, picnic facilities and a children’s playground.
Main (Forster) Beach is particularly suitable for children and those with less experience in the surf. The fine sand builds superb sandcastles, creates a comfortable bed for those who just want to catch some rays, and stretches for miles northwards.
Swimming is not recommended at Little or Wakki Beaches where the surf is steeper and more powerful.
From May to October, the Surf Club Headland and Elephant Head are great spots to watch dolphins and migrating humpback whales – sometimes you can even hear whale songs. Steps lead from the beach carpark to a viewing platform, sealed pathway and a lookout.
Rocky promontories make Scotts Head an ideal rock and beach fishing area. Boat ramps are located at the southern end of Main Beach and at Weir Reserve, Warrell Creek. The creek runs parallel to the coast from Nambucca Heads before turning west around the foothills of Mt Yarrahapinni, and provides 30 km of accessible river for boating, canoeing and kayaking. Fish, birdlife and native animals are in abundance.
Scotts Head Recreation Reserve & Caravan Park provides excellent facilities for both holiday visitors as well as day-trippers. Gas BBQs, picnic tables and food preparation areas are under cover and next door to a children’s playground. Sporting fields, the Scotts Head Bowling & Recreation Club, tennis, basketball and netball courts are available for the energetic while the beach is ideal for beach cricket or volleyball.
You don’t need to bring provisions or a picnic lunch – the bakery, supermarket, takeaway, coffee shop, club bistro and even a local ‘fisho’ will ensure you don’t starve.
Heading out of town, Mt Yarrahapinni (the big one with antennas on top), Yarriabini National Park and Way Way State Forest are only minutes from Scotts Head, sandwiched between the coast and the Pacific Highway. The picturesque rainforest setting provides an ideal location for families to enjoy some more challenging pursuits – bring your mountain bike, hiking shoes and artistic talents for a COOL holiday to remember!
The gravel road to the summit of Mt Yarrahapinni is accessible in most weather conditions and the superb 360-degree views make the journey worthwhile. The tranquil rainforests with marked walking trails, pebbled creeks, clear waterholes and BBQ/picnic facilities come complete with soaring timbers, ferns, palms wildflowers and interesting wildlife – don’t leave your lunch unattended or the resident goannas will move in!
Take time to discover Scotts Head – you’ll be glad that you did and may even visit the real estate agents to buy your own piece of paradise!
Taylors Arm is a village in Nambucca Shire in New South Wales, Australia. It is known for being the site of the "Pub With No Beer" which was immortalised in song by Australian country singer Slim Dusty.
When its main industries of cedar felling and dairying were at their peak the small village of Taylors Arm was thriving. It had a boarding house built around 1890, then five years later the pub was built. Taylors Arm Post Office opened on 1 August 1891. Other stores were built including a bakery, butchery and a grocery store. There were apparently seven schools from Thumb Creek to Macksville. Medlow Primary School at Upper Taylors Arm now has approximately 20 students.
Taylors Arm and surrounding area is a very beautiful part of the Mid North Coast. Undulating landscape, State Forest, National Parks and Thumb Creek to Taylors Arm river, that consists of some very inviting water holes in the hot summer. On entry into the quiet village, an avenue of Paulownia trees is set in the foreground with blue mountains in the background.
Taylors Arm
Taylors Arm is a village in Nambucca Shire in New South Wales, Australia. It is known for being the site of the "Pub With No Beer" which was immortalised in song by Australian country singer Slim Dusty.
When its main industries of cedar felling and dairying were at their peak the small village of Taylors Arm was thriving. It had a boarding house built around 1890, then five years later the pub was built. Taylors Arm Post Office opened on 1 August 1891. Other stores were built including a bakery, butchery and a grocery store. There were apparently seven schools from Thumb Creek to Macksville. Medlow Primary School at Upper Taylors Arm now has approximately 20 students.
Taylors Arm and surrounding area is a very beautiful part of the Mid North Coast. Undulating landscape, State Forest, National Parks and Thumb Creek to Taylors Arm river, that consists of some very inviting water holes in the hot summer. On entry into the quiet village, an avenue of Paulownia trees is set in the foreground with blue mountains in the background.
A small coastal town at the mouth of the Macleay River, South West Rocks makes for an idyllic seaside escape. Flanked by sandy beaches and national parks, it’s known for its picturesque Norfolk pines, family-friendly atmosphere, intriguing colonial heritage and exceptional diving.
There are half a dozen pretty beaches to choose from around South West Rocks. Horseshoe Bay is the most popular. Right in the centre of town, it has a sheltered cove and a top right hand surf break. Front Beach stretches for 3.5km and is generally quiet, or get away from it all at the secluded Gap Beach, which is accessed by 4WD only.
Just offshore is Fish Rock Cave. With a 125m-long dive through cave, it’s one of the world’s best cave diving sites and also a breeding ground for rare grey nurse sharks. Join a dive tour with South West Rocks Dive Centre. The calm waters of Back Creek are popular for stand-up paddleboarding – hire the gear from SWR SUP.
Explore the historic ruins of Trial Bay Gaol, perched on the cliffs above the sea. Taking 13 years to build, it opened in 1886. In the First World War it was an internment camp for people of German descent living in Australia. Explore the rest of the peninsula on the Powder Magazine and Monument Hill walking tracks.
Further south is the Smoky Cape Lighthouse. Dating back to 1891, it’s one of the oldest lighthouses in Australia and was designed by architect James Barnet, who also designed the General Post Office in Martin Place. Take in the view from the top or follow the Smoky Cape Walking Track along the coastline.
Tee off at the 18-hole golf course, throw a line in to fish at the river estuary or browse the Beachside Markets on the second Saturday of the month. At the Boatman’s Cottages you can pick up some local arts and crafts or catch a movie on the weekend at The Roxy Cinema, housed in the 1926 School of Arts Community Hall.
44 yerel halk öneriyor
South West Rocks
A small coastal town at the mouth of the Macleay River, South West Rocks makes for an idyllic seaside escape. Flanked by sandy beaches and national parks, it’s known for its picturesque Norfolk pines, family-friendly atmosphere, intriguing colonial heritage and exceptional diving.
There are half a dozen pretty beaches to choose from around South West Rocks. Horseshoe Bay is the most popular. Right in the centre of town, it has a sheltered cove and a top right hand surf break. Front Beach stretches for 3.5km and is generally quiet, or get away from it all at the secluded Gap Beach, which is accessed by 4WD only.
Just offshore is Fish Rock Cave. With a 125m-long dive through cave, it’s one of the world’s best cave diving sites and also a breeding ground for rare grey nurse sharks. Join a dive tour with South West Rocks Dive Centre. The calm waters of Back Creek are popular for stand-up paddleboarding – hire the gear from SWR SUP.
Explore the historic ruins of Trial Bay Gaol, perched on the cliffs above the sea. Taking 13 years to build, it opened in 1886. In the First World War it was an internment camp for people of German descent living in Australia. Explore the rest of the peninsula on the Powder Magazine and Monument Hill walking tracks.
Further south is the Smoky Cape Lighthouse. Dating back to 1891, it’s one of the oldest lighthouses in Australia and was designed by architect James Barnet, who also designed the General Post Office in Martin Place. Take in the view from the top or follow the Smoky Cape Walking Track along the coastline.
Tee off at the 18-hole golf course, throw a line in to fish at the river estuary or browse the Beachside Markets on the second Saturday of the month. At the Boatman’s Cottages you can pick up some local arts and crafts or catch a movie on the weekend at The Roxy Cinema, housed in the 1926 School of Arts Community Hall.
Food scene
Located a scenic 25km drive from Atunga Cottage. Turn left at the end of the street and follow Taylor's Arm Road, all the way there. Enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery Australia has got to offer as you wind through lush green countryside with spectacular river and mountain Views.
Known locally as “the eighth wonder of the world” the multi award winning Pub With No Beer is a step back in time, a unique place to have a drink with mates and soak up the local bush history. Pre-dating back to 1903, the walls are filled with both local and Slim Dusty memorabilia.
While you’re there visit the historical Old Talarm Church, Built in 1921 and relocated in 2001. It’s full of interesting memorabilia and has one of the Southern Hemisphere's largest beer can collections.
Experience the true blue taste of traditional Aussie Pub tucker from the Cowhide Bistro. Check the website for the Bistro's current opening hours - www.pubwithnobeer.com.au . When the main Bistro is Closed you can always enjoy the much loved Pizzas cooked to perfection.
20 yerel halk öneriyor
The Pub with No Beer
4 Taylors Arm RdLocated a scenic 25km drive from Atunga Cottage. Turn left at the end of the street and follow Taylor's Arm Road, all the way there. Enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery Australia has got to offer as you wind through lush green countryside with spectacular river and mountain Views.
Known locally as “the eighth wonder of the world” the multi award winning Pub With No Beer is a step back in time, a unique place to have a drink with mates and soak up the local bush history. Pre-dating back to 1903, the walls are filled with both local and Slim Dusty memorabilia.
While you’re there visit the historical Old Talarm Church, Built in 1921 and relocated in 2001. It’s full of interesting memorabilia and has one of the Southern Hemisphere's largest beer can collections.
Experience the true blue taste of traditional Aussie Pub tucker from the Cowhide Bistro. Check the website for the Bistro's current opening hours - www.pubwithnobeer.com.au . When the main Bistro is Closed you can always enjoy the much loved Pizzas cooked to perfection.
Built in 1985 and recently refurbished, the impressive facade is the first thing that you will notice.
The beer garden has great views of the Nambucca River and with a Tiny Tots play area it's now a great spot for familes.
The magnificient verandahs offer sweeping views up and down the Nambucca River.
Great food, pool tables, entertainment and wonderful views. It is no wonder this place is a favourite for the locals
26 yerel halk öneriyor
Star Hotel
16 River StBuilt in 1985 and recently refurbished, the impressive facade is the first thing that you will notice.
The beer garden has great views of the Nambucca River and with a Tiny Tots play area it's now a great spot for familes.
The magnificient verandahs offer sweeping views up and down the Nambucca River.
Great food, pool tables, entertainment and wonderful views. It is no wonder this place is a favourite for the locals
DIne in or take away. Excellent service and delicious fresh food. Well priced with a large menu to choose from.
23 Cooper Street Macksville
Ph 6568 2291
Macksville Chinese Restaurant
23 Cooper StDIne in or take away. Excellent service and delicious fresh food. Well priced with a large menu to choose from.
23 Cooper Street Macksville
Ph 6568 2291
Fresh, newly renovated cafe on the river, in Macksville. Quality Coffee, great food and friendly service.
12 River Street Macksville
Ph 6568 1977
The Bridge River St.
12 River StFresh, newly renovated cafe on the river, in Macksville. Quality Coffee, great food and friendly service.
12 River Street Macksville
Ph 6568 1977
The Bowra Hotel is a long-standing landmark in the Nambucca Valley, renowned for its enviable reputation with tourists and locals alike and for providing warm, traditional service in a cosy heritage bar.
Thirty3 on High restaurant has a variety of meals to suit everyone, including woodfire and gourmet pizza, all exceptional value for money.
33 HIgh Street, Bowraville Ph 02 6564 7041
Bowra Hotel
33 High StThe Bowra Hotel is a long-standing landmark in the Nambucca Valley, renowned for its enviable reputation with tourists and locals alike and for providing warm, traditional service in a cosy heritage bar.
Thirty3 on High restaurant has a variety of meals to suit everyone, including woodfire and gourmet pizza, all exceptional value for money.
33 HIgh Street, Bowraville Ph 02 6564 7041
For more than a hundred years the Heritage Macksville Hotel known locally as ‘Bonsers’ has served as an essential hub for the small river community of Macksville on the NSW coast.
There’s everything you’d expect and more. Comfortable bar and dining areas, large screen TV’s, pool table, full TAB and Keno facilities, jukebox, a newly refurbished VIP room and a fully stocked drive through Cellarbrations bottle shop.
The Macksville Hotel is renowned for serving excellent value high quality food.
2-4 Wallace Street, Macksille Ph 02 6568 1033
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Macksville Hotel
4 Wallace StFor more than a hundred years the Heritage Macksville Hotel known locally as ‘Bonsers’ has served as an essential hub for the small river community of Macksville on the NSW coast.
There’s everything you’d expect and more. Comfortable bar and dining areas, large screen TV’s, pool table, full TAB and Keno facilities, jukebox, a newly refurbished VIP room and a fully stocked drive through Cellarbrations bottle shop.
The Macksville Hotel is renowned for serving excellent value high quality food.
2-4 Wallace Street, Macksille Ph 02 6568 1033
Daivs Seafoods specialise in supplying the best, fresh, locally caught seafood. Only a 20 min drive from Atunga Cottage.
6 Old Coast Road, Nambucca Heads Ph 02 6568 7658
Davis Seafoods
23 Riverside DrDaivs Seafoods specialise in supplying the best, fresh, locally caught seafood. Only a 20 min drive from Atunga Cottage.
6 Old Coast Road, Nambucca Heads Ph 02 6568 7658
Best known for their Deli Platters and serving terrific tapas. This rustically fitted out coffee lounge an d tapas bar oozes a trendy vibe.
38 Wallace Street, Macksville 2 6568 2211
Elk on 38
38 Wallace StBest known for their Deli Platters and serving terrific tapas. This rustically fitted out coffee lounge an d tapas bar oozes a trendy vibe.
38 Wallace Street, Macksville 2 6568 2211
Eungai Creek Buffalo is a working farm that produces a variety of delicious cheese, gelato, yoghurt and other buffalo products. Situated just 6 km off the Pacific Highway at Eungai Creek and only 25 minutes from Atunga Cottage.
The cafe serves a delicious menu inspired by local produce including their Buffalo products. It is open Friday to Sunday for lunch 10am to 3pm and Friday and Saturday for Dinner 6pm to close.
50 Elliots Road Tamban Ph 02 6569 948
17 yerel halk öneriyor
Eungai Creek Buffalo
50 Elliots RdEungai Creek Buffalo is a working farm that produces a variety of delicious cheese, gelato, yoghurt and other buffalo products. Situated just 6 km off the Pacific Highway at Eungai Creek and only 25 minutes from Atunga Cottage.
The cafe serves a delicious menu inspired by local produce including their Buffalo products. It is open Friday to Sunday for lunch 10am to 3pm and Friday and Saturday for Dinner 6pm to close.
50 Elliots Road Tamban Ph 02 6569 948
Macksville Country Club offers golf, bowling and archery in a beautiful rural setting.
Fairways Bistro is open for lunch and dinner, Thursday to Saturday. Wednesday is Pizza and Pasta night.
206 Wallace Street Macksville Ph 02 6568 1400
Macksville Country Club
Wallace StreetMacksville Country Club offers golf, bowling and archery in a beautiful rural setting.
Fairways Bistro is open for lunch and dinner, Thursday to Saturday. Wednesday is Pizza and Pasta night.
206 Wallace Street Macksville Ph 02 6568 1400
A great entertainment venue and family friendly club, easily located in the heart of Macksville with ample parking and disabled access. Enjoy a hearty meal at Visions Bistro or catch a live show.
16 Cooper Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 1344
Armidale Ex Services Memorial Club
137 Dumaresq StreetA great entertainment venue and family friendly club, easily located in the heart of Macksville with ample parking and disabled access. Enjoy a hearty meal at Visions Bistro or catch a live show.
16 Cooper Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 1344
Ranae's Choclatique in Bowraville is well worth a visit. Ranae specialises in hand made quality Belgian Chocolates with an Australian twist
78 High Street Bowraville Ph 02 6564 7133
Ranae's Choclatique
78 High StRanae's Choclatique in Bowraville is well worth a visit. Ranae specialises in hand made quality Belgian Chocolates with an Australian twist
78 High Street Bowraville Ph 02 6564 7133
Good coffee, all day breakfasts, generous sized hamburgers and a great selection of ice creams and milkshakes. Located opposite the river with the option of eating in or takeaway and sitting at a table on the river bank.
1 River Street, Macksville 02 6568 2273
Rose's Cafe
2 River StGood coffee, all day breakfasts, generous sized hamburgers and a great selection of ice creams and milkshakes. Located opposite the river with the option of eating in or takeaway and sitting at a table on the river bank.
1 River Street, Macksville 02 6568 2273
Rusty's delicious pizzas will tantalise your taste buds and satisfy your hunger.
17 Cooper Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 2169
Rusty's Pizza
11 Cooper StRusty's delicious pizzas will tantalise your taste buds and satisfy your hunger.
17 Cooper Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 2169
Sport
Leisure and sports facilities to suit everyone in the family. Some open 24/7. Accessible outdoor exercise equipment, running/walking track, skate park, Olympic swimming pool with hoist, gym, water slide, wheelchair accessible hydrotherapy pool, tennis, netball, fenced children's playground, basketball.
Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St station
Leisure and sports facilities to suit everyone in the family. Some open 24/7. Accessible outdoor exercise equipment, running/walking track, skate park, Olympic swimming pool with hoist, gym, water slide, wheelchair accessible hydrotherapy pool, tennis, netball, fenced children's playground, basketball.
Located in the Nambucca State Forest. The trail network is over 14km in length and growing.
The trails are named and several loop rides are sign-posted. There are several highlight features designed to challenge riders, including the brand new 'Dead Cow' along with old favourites 'Rollercoasters', 'Sideshow Ally', 'Boris', 'Ian's Bypass', Mechanical Advantage' and 'Muffintop'. located in the Nambucca State Forest. The trail network is over 14km in length and growing. The trails are named and several loop rides are sign-posted. There are several highlight features designed to challenge riders, including the brand new 'Dead Cow' along with old favourites 'Rollercoasters', 'Sideshow Ally', 'Boris', 'Ian's Bypass', Mechanical Advantage' and 'Muffintop'.
Smooth flowing single track joins everything together. flowing single track joins everything together.
Contact the Nambucca Valley Cycle Club at nvcc55@gmail.com for more information
Jack's Ridge Mountain Bike Park
Teague Ridge RoadLocated in the Nambucca State Forest. The trail network is over 14km in length and growing.
The trails are named and several loop rides are sign-posted. There are several highlight features designed to challenge riders, including the brand new 'Dead Cow' along with old favourites 'Rollercoasters', 'Sideshow Ally', 'Boris', 'Ian's Bypass', Mechanical Advantage' and 'Muffintop'. located in the Nambucca State Forest. The trail network is over 14km in length and growing. The trails are named and several loop rides are sign-posted. There are several highlight features designed to challenge riders, including the brand new 'Dead Cow' along with old favourites 'Rollercoasters', 'Sideshow Ally', 'Boris', 'Ian's Bypass', Mechanical Advantage' and 'Muffintop'.
Smooth flowing single track joins everything together. flowing single track joins everything together.
Contact the Nambucca Valley Cycle Club at nvcc55@gmail.com for more information
The Bowraville Races conduct six race meetings a year.
The Nambucca River Racing Club hosts the famous Bowraville Cup meeting in September each year along with the Phillip Hughes Memorial Race Day on Boxing Day. The club also hosts the Bellingen Cup meeting in late June and the Macksville Cup in early December.
Rodeo Drive, Bowraville Ph 0427 346 946 or 02 6564 7258
Bowraville Raceclub
Rodeo DriveThe Bowraville Races conduct six race meetings a year.
The Nambucca River Racing Club hosts the famous Bowraville Cup meeting in September each year along with the Phillip Hughes Memorial Race Day on Boxing Day. The club also hosts the Bellingen Cup meeting in late June and the Macksville Cup in early December.
Rodeo Drive, Bowraville Ph 0427 346 946 or 02 6564 7258
Macksville Country Club offers golf, bowling and archery in a beautiful rural setting.
Fairways Bistro is open for lunch and dinner, Thursday to Saturday. Wednesday is Pizza and Pasta night.
206 Wallace Street Macksville Ph 02 6568 1400
Macksville Country Club
Wallace StreetMacksville Country Club offers golf, bowling and archery in a beautiful rural setting.
Fairways Bistro is open for lunch and dinner, Thursday to Saturday. Wednesday is Pizza and Pasta night.
206 Wallace Street Macksville Ph 02 6568 1400
Macksville Skatepark officially opened on 28 November 2015.
Funded by: NSW ClubGRANTS, Office of Sport and Nambucca Valley Council.
Skate elements:
mini ramp, flat bank, quarter pipe, mogul, flat bank / stairs, banked wall, street elements and hipped banks.
Parking: Y
Shade Structures: Y
Water Bubbler: Y
Lights: N
Wi-Fi: N
Price: Free
Public Toilets: Y (located 2 minutes walk away)
Cooper Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 2555
Macksville Skatepark
Cooper StreetMacksville Skatepark officially opened on 28 November 2015.
Funded by: NSW ClubGRANTS, Office of Sport and Nambucca Valley Council.
Skate elements:
mini ramp, flat bank, quarter pipe, mogul, flat bank / stairs, banked wall, street elements and hipped banks.
Parking: Y
Shade Structures: Y
Water Bubbler: Y
Lights: N
Wi-Fi: N
Price: Free
Public Toilets: Y (located 2 minutes walk away)
Cooper Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 2555
Beach
South West Rocks has a beautiful little beach surrounded by towering pines. This sheltered area is very popular with families wanting to swim. Horseshoe Bay Beach is close to rewarding fishing spots and central to the business district of South West Rocks.
Facilities include camping areas, cabin accommodation, picnic spots, barbecues, parking, amenities blocks and a kiosk. The beach is patrolled during spring, autumn and summer holidays, as well as summer weekends.
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Horseshoe Bay Plajı
South West Rocks has a beautiful little beach surrounded by towering pines. This sheltered area is very popular with families wanting to swim. Horseshoe Bay Beach is close to rewarding fishing spots and central to the business district of South West Rocks.
Facilities include camping areas, cabin accommodation, picnic spots, barbecues, parking, amenities blocks and a kiosk. The beach is patrolled during spring, autumn and summer holidays, as well as summer weekends.
Shopping
Park Beach Plaza is the largest shopping centre between Newcastle and the Gold Coast. It is located on the Coffs Coast and has been servicing the region since 1979. Park Beach Plaza is home to Target, Big W, Woolworths, Aldi, Ritchies Super IGA, JB Hi-Fi, and over 125 specialty stores and includes a 400 seat food court.
Why not download the free Advantage+ APP and enjoy the benefits including an online store directory, exclusive deals and instant wins. Simply go to iTunes or Google Play to download.
Park Beach Plaza looks forward to welcoming you soon. To make your visit that much easier, please contact the friendly Customer Service Team for further assistance.
115 yerel halk öneriyor
Park Beach Plaza
253 Pacific HwyPark Beach Plaza is the largest shopping centre between Newcastle and the Gold Coast. It is located on the Coffs Coast and has been servicing the region since 1979. Park Beach Plaza is home to Target, Big W, Woolworths, Aldi, Ritchies Super IGA, JB Hi-Fi, and over 125 specialty stores and includes a 400 seat food court.
Why not download the free Advantage+ APP and enjoy the benefits including an online store directory, exclusive deals and instant wins. Simply go to iTunes or Google Play to download.
Park Beach Plaza looks forward to welcoming you soon. To make your visit that much easier, please contact the friendly Customer Service Team for further assistance.
Woolworths Macksville
13 Boundary StAustralia Post - Macksville Post Shop
2 Cooper StMacksville Megasave Bargains
16 Cooper StFoodWorks
16 Wallace StWallace Street, Macksville
Wallace Street Pharmacy Macksville
7 Wallace St7 Wallace Street Macksville Ph 02 6568 1040
9 Wallace Street Macksville Ph 02 6568 1122
Trisleys Betta Home Living Macksville - TV's, Fridges, Air-Con & Electrical Appliances
9 Wallace St9 Wallace Street Macksville Ph 02 6568 1122
Macksville Hotel, 4 Wallace Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 10933
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Macksville Hotel
4 Wallace StMacksville Hotel, 4 Wallace Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 10933
Macksville Megasave Bargains
16 Cooper St8 Cooper Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 1328
Macksville Megasave Bargains
16 Cooper St17 Wallace Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 4900
Goodyear Autocare Macksville
33 Cooper St33 Cooper Street, Macksville Ph 6568 1029
To advocate on the behalf of Nambucca Macadamia Growers within this growing region and wider macadamia community;
To present as an acclaimed enterprise providing quality services representative of a premium product – the macadamia;
To continue to support our community of growers in best farming practice;
To promote the macadamia as a sustainable commodity that tastes scrumptious and has a multitude of health benefits.
Located in the Macksville industrial estate, the retail shop front is open between 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
48 Yarrawonga Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 4210
Nambucca Macnuts
48 Yarrawonga StTo advocate on the behalf of Nambucca Macadamia Growers within this growing region and wider macadamia community;
To present as an acclaimed enterprise providing quality services representative of a premium product – the macadamia;
To continue to support our community of growers in best farming practice;
To promote the macadamia as a sustainable commodity that tastes scrumptious and has a multitude of health benefits.
Located in the Macksville industrial estate, the retail shop front is open between 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
48 Yarrawonga Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 4210
Wallace Street Pharmacy Macksville
7 Wallace StCooper Street Macksville Ph 02 6568 1116
Automotive Spare Parts Macksville
25 Wallace St25 Wallace Street, Macksville Ph 02 6568 4837