New South Wales
New South Wales
On an island at the mouth of the Richmond River is the town of Ballina, the commercial and cultural heart of the area. Surrounded by 32 kilometres of white, sandy beaches and crystal waterways, it is a natural fun park for beach lovers, surfers, boaters, anglers and eco-adventurers. The historic streets are lined with stylish cafes, restaurants and classic country pubs where you can sample the famous local seafood. Visit the Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum, browse antiques, arts and craft shops or stroll the magnificent walk and bike paths. Enjoy a cruise on the Richmond River, journey into the teaming wetlands of North Creek by canoe or spot the annual migration of humpback whales from any of the coastal headlands. Try fishing at the popular Flat Rock and Angels Beach.
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New South Wales
New South Wales
The town of Dungog was first settled in the 1820s and is a two and a half hour drive from Sydney. Rich in natural assets, the name Dungog means "a place of thinly wooded hills" and offers mountain ranges, freshwater streams and rural vistas. The town is the shopping and business centre for a thriving community based on beef cattle, logging of hardwoods, dairying, deer farming and tourism. Explore the basalt-capped plateau of Barrington Tops National Park and its streams, waterfalls, forests and soaring cliffs. There are tracks for mountain bikers, horse riders and four wheel drives as well as campsites.
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New South Wales
New South Wales
Seelands is a picturesque rural town popular with water-skiers and visitors looking for unspoilt river destinations. Visit the studio art gallery of the local artisan or take a local four-wheel drive safari tour of the unique countryside. Hire boats and canoes or enjoy fishing by the riverside. Stay at one of its holiday parks, riverside campgrounds or Bed and Breakfasts.
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New South Wales
New South Wales
Wombat, located on the Olympic Highway, 15 kilometres south west of Young, has a general store, recreation facilities, school and a hotel with New South Wales' longest continuous liquor licence, granted in 1877. Visitors head to Wombat to enjoy the experience of picking their own cherries, peaches and sugar plums in season.
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New South Wales
New South Wales
Point Plomer is south of Crescent Head on Point Plomer Road, an unsealed graded dirt road. It is part of the Limeburners Creek Nature Reserve which contains outstanding coastal scenery, long pristine beaches, rich Aboriginal and European heritage. Fishing, swimming, surfing, bird watching, bush walking, picnics and camping are favourite past-times at Point Plomer.
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New South Wales
New South Wales
Brunswick Heads is a north coast holiday village situated at the mouth of the Brunswick River. Nestled within the breakwater is a safe peaceful beach while white sandy surf beaches stretch to the south and north. The north bank of the river hosts a protected rainforest and the southern bank provides a harbour and a small marina for fishing boats and small craft. Mount Chincogan and Mount provide a spectacular hinterland backdrop to the river that meanders up to the small town of Mullumbimby. The small community of Brunswick Heads have developed a great mix of cafes, restaurants, specialty shops, accommodation and a variety of outdoor activities.
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New South Wales
New South Wales
Outback New South Wales provides a unique Australian experience that brings the visitor in contact with the ancient and spectacular landscape of the Outback. Discover a network of rivers and lakes, astonishing wildlife and meet the Aussie characters who are the spirit of this red land. Here you'll find rugged beauty, vivid red earth, bright blue skies, endless horizons and prolific native wildlife. Of equal interest are the mining towns of Broken Hill, Cobar, Silverton and White Cliffs Follow the Darling River for a touring adventure from Brewarrina or Bourke to Wentworth where the Darling meets the Murray.
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New South Wales
New South Wales
Tucabia is located approximately halfway between Tyndale and Pillar Valley. It is a small country town with a local shop and fuel station. It lies on the alternate Pacific Highway route for visitors heading to the beautiful coastal towns of Minnie Water and Wooli. Visit the Squatters Rest Museum in Tucabia for a wonderful display of how life has changed over the years.
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New South Wales
New South Wales
Gurley is a small but dynamic town located 50 kilometres from Moree on the Carnarvon Highway. Gurley is said to have one of the oldest running picnic races in Australia, the Talmoi Picnic races held on the last Saturday in June. The town has a hotel, primary school, post office, general store and petrol station. Stop at Gurley for a refreshing break in country New South Wales.
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New South Wales
New South Wales
Kembla Grange is a rural, residential and industrial area, with the residential area located mainly in the east. Kembla Grange takes its name from Mount Kembla, which is thought to be named from an Aboriginal word meaning 'wild game abundant'. Kembla Grange is located approximately 12.5 kilometres from Wollongong. Major features of the area include Kembla Grange Racecourse, Galloping Golf Driving Range, The Grange Golf Course and The Australian Motorlife Museum.
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