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• Aldavilla

Aldavilla is a area west north west of Kempsey. The Kempsey Winery Trail passes through Aldavilla. Aldavilla has the Aldavilla Primary... read more

• Anna Bay

The Gateway to the Stockton Beach Sand Dunes, a mecca for 4WD and fishing enthusiasts, Anna Bay has a village shopping centre that caters... read more

• Arakoon

The Arakoon State Recreation area is one of the most popular in the state drawing over 1,000,000 visitors annually. This beautiful... read more

• Barranganyatti

Barranganyatti is south of Eungai Rail near the Tamban State Forest. read more

• Batar Creek

Batar Creek is located 40 minutes South of Port Macquarie and sits on the asses to Middle Brother National Park, home to the Big Fella Gum... read more

• Bellbrook

Bellbrook was named in 1882 after the local bellbirds and the adjacent river. A farming community rich in history and natural surrounds... read more

• Bellimbopinni

Bellimbopinni is an area north of Frederickton on the Pacific Highway. There is a primary school at Bellimbopinni. read more

• Bellingen

The beautiful town of Bellingen lies in the heart of the Bellinger Valley, where natural attractions abound. The Dorrigo World Heritage... read more

• Belmore River

The Belmore River is north of Crescent Head as you follow Loftus Road. The Belmore River joins the Macleay River at Gladstone... read more

• Boambee

Boambee is a short drive south of Coffs Harbour and is a perfect location to rest at one of the areas great resorts. Close to beaches, heritage... read more

• Boambee South

Boambee is a short drive south of Coffs Harbour and is a perfect location to rest at one of the areas great resorts. Close to beaches, heritage... read more

• Bobin

Small village approximately 40 kilometres north west of Taree on Tourist Drive 8. read more

• Bobs Farm

Located just 15 minutes from Nelson Bay, Bob's Farm is the heart of the area's wine trail. Why not sample some wine from the 3... read more

• Bonny Hills

The elevated coastal views from this seaside village, 20 kilometres south of Port Macquarie, are some of the most spectacular in the region. Bonny... read more

• Bonville

The community of Bonville lies just south of Coffs Harbour. It is best known for the Bonville International Golf Resort and the Butterfly... read more

• Boorganna

Featuring Boorganna Nature Reserve including Rawson Falls. A remnant of the former extensive rainforest located on the Comboyne Plateau... read more

• Booti Booti

Take the Booti Booti National Park Walk .Entry to the ocean side of this walk is at `the ruins' camping ground at the southern end... read more

• Bril Bril

Bril Bril State Forest is west of Telegraph Point. There is an old tin mine near the State Forest. read more

• Bulahdelah

The major access point for the wonderful Myall Lakes, Bulahdelah is about 100 kilometres north of Newcastle on the mid-north coast of New... read more

• Burnt Bridge

Burnt Bridge is west of South Kempsey and south of Euroka. read more

• Byabarra

The strip of green that flanks the golden coastline of Greater Port Macquarie is one of the state's best kept secrets. The hills, valleys... read more

• Camden Haven

The natural beauty of the Camden Haven is breathtaking. Quiet waterways, great fishing, spectacular national parks and family friendly... read more

• Carcolla

North of Bellbrook and Slim Dusty's childhood home. read more

• Chatham

Chatham is a suburb of Taree located approximately two kilometres from the centre of the city. Busy business area including picture theatre... read more

• Clybucca

Clybucca is an area north of Frederickton on the Pacific Highway. Tourist Drive 12 starts or finishes here depending on the direct you... read more

• Coffs Harbour

Most famous for the giant man-made banana at the northern end of town, Coffs Harbour is one of the largest regional cities in New South... read more

• Collombatti

Collombatti is north west of Frederickton, there is a scenic drive which goes through that area. The Collombatti Scenic Drive is mostly... read more

• Comara

Comara is north west of Bellbrook. Blackbird Flats recreational area is nearby. Camping, fishing and canoeing favourite past times at Blackbird... read more

• Comboyne

Comboybe is a small village on the Comboyne Plateau situated on Tourist Drive 8. Approx one hour drive north west from Taree. A picturesque... read more

• Cooperabung

Cooperabung is north west of Telegraph Point. Cooperabung Creek Nature Reserve and Cooperabung Hall is also in this area. read more

• Corangula

Corangula is an area north west of Turners Flat near Kempsey. read more

• Crescent Head

Crescent Head is a pretty seaside village tucked into the lee side of Big Nobby, a volcanic remnant that slopes towards the sea in a tumble... read more

• Croki

Croki on Jones Island, located just a 10 minute drive north of Taree, is well worth a deviation from the Pacific Highway. Today, Croki... read more

• Crowdy Head

Crowdy Head is certainly the jewel in the Manning Valley Crown. Crowdy Head is a quaint fishing village located just seven kilometres from... read more

• Diamond Beach

Midway between Taree and the Great Lakes region is the coastal area of Halliday's Point/Diamond Beach. Blackhead Beach at Halliday's... read more

• Diamond Head

Diamond Head is home to the popular Camping Grounds in Crowdy Bay National Park and is located on the coast line. read more

• Dondingalong

Dondingalong is south west of Kempsey. Kempsey Winery Trail passes through this away from South Kempsey to West Kempsey. read more

• Dorrigo National Park

Dorrigo's renowned boardwalks make the rainforests on the edgeof the Great Escarpment one of Australia's most accessible World Heritage... read more

• Dunbogan

Dunbogan is located 30 minutes south of Port Macquarie you'll find the seaside villages of the Camden Haven strung out along the mouth... read more

• Elands

Elands is located on Tourist Drive 8 and 40 minutes drive west of Wingham. Elands is the home of Ellenborough Falls, one of the longest... read more

• Eungai

Eungai is north west of South West Rocks. Country Link train stops at Eungai Station. read more

• Fingal Bay

Fingal Bay is the most eastern township in Port Stephens, it is surrounded by National Park and has a majestic bay and patrolled surfing... read more

• Forster

The twin-town to Tuncurry, Forster is one of New South Wales' most beloved holiday spots. The twins are separated by a waterway famous for... read more

• Frederickton

Frederickton is the next village north of Kempsey on the Pacific Highway. Home to the famous 'Fredo Pies' all 160 different varieties... read more

• Georges Creek

Georges Creek is north west of Kempsey on Armidale Road north of Bellbrook. read more

• Ghinni Ghinni

Ghinni Ghinni is approximately 9 kilometres north of Taree on the Pacific Highway. The aboriginal name for Ghinni Ghinni means the home... read more

• Grassy Head

Grassy Head is north of Stuarts Point and south of Scotts Head on Tourist Drive 14. There is a caravan park and holiday rentals... read more

• Great Lakes

Great Lakes' paradise stretches north from Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest on Port Stephens, to the tidal lakes and white sand beaches of... read more

• Green Hill

Green Hill is one the Armidale Road just on the outskirts of Kempsey. Green Hill has a school and raceway. The Kempsey Winery Trail passes... read more

• Gum Scrub

Gum Scrub is west of Telegraph Point. read more

• Hallidays Point

Midway between Taree and the Great Lakes region is the coastal area of Halliday's Point/Diamond Beach. Blackhead Beach at Halliday's Point... read more

• Hampden Hall

Hampden Hall is north east Kempsey on South West Rocks Road. Tourist Drive 12 passes through Hampden Hall as you follow Tourist Drive 12... read more

• Hannam Vale

Gateway to Coorabakh National Park - nearby to Waitui Falls and Big Nellie. read more

• Harrington

Harrington is known as a fishing paradise. The long break wall provides good fishing opportunities. Harrington's relaxed seaside lifestyle... read more

• Hat Head

The sleepy village of Hat Head is surrounded by National Park. It is only 13 kilometres from the edge of the continental shelf, making this... read more

• Hawks Nest

Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest is situated in the southern end of the Great Lakes area, approximately two and a half hours drive north of Sydney... read more

• Hickeys Creek

Hickeys Creek is north west of Kempsey on the Armidale Road heading towards Bellbrook. The Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive goes through Hickeys... read more

• Jerseyville

Jerseyville is a small village near Kempsey in New South Wales. The village lies between Spencers Creek and the Macleay River... read more

• Johns River

Gateway to Corabakh National Park and Pjurrigan National Park with The Bird Tree and Big Fella Gum in the Middle Brother Forest... read more

• Kempsey

Cedar cutting is the principle industry on which Kempsey has prospered since its foundation in the early 19th Century. Visit historic Trial... read more

• Kendall

A short drive from Port Macquarie, west of the Camden Haven region, lies the quiet village of Kendall. Kendall is named in honour of former... read more

• Kew

Kew is the gateway to Greater Port Macquarie. Kew is a busy service centre on the Pacific Highway. Close by explore the Hinterlands and... read more

• Kinchela Creek

Kinchela is south of South West Rocks and north of Kempsey along South West Rocks Road. Tourist Drive 12 goes through Kinchela from South... read more

• Krambach

Krambach is a small village located halfway between Taree and Gloucester. The 9 hole Krambach Golf Course is available for social play... read more

• Kundabung

Kundabung is 10 kilometres south of Kempsey on the Pacific Highway. Kundabung is home to the Australasian Bullriding Titles ... read more

• Lake Cathie

Lake Cathie (pronounced ‘cat-eye') is just 12 kilometres south of Port Macquarie. A world where the essence of a perfect holiday is... read more

• Lake Innes

Lake Innes and Lake Cathie are joined by Cathie Creek to form an estuarine system which enters the ocean at the village of Lake Cathie... read more

• Laurieton

Laurieton is just 30 minutes south of Port Macquarie you'll find the seaside villages of the Camden Haven strung out along the mouth of... read more

• Little Beach

Little Beach is an ideal family beach setting in Nelson Bay. It sits in a small sheltered bay, and has piers for fishing and boating, barbeque... read more

• Lower Creek

Lower Creek is 74 kilometres north west of Kempsey on the Armidale Road heading towards Armidale. On the way to Lower Creek do the Slim... read more

• Macksville

Originally called Macks Village, Macksville was named after local families, the McKay's and the McNally's who, along with the parish... read more

• Manning Point

The sea and the north arm of the Manning River meet at this idyllic spot on the coastline of the Manning Valley. The ocean provides safe... read more

• Manning Valley

The rewards of a visit to the Manning Valley are many. The region has four national parks, rare subtropical rainforests, and one of the... read more

• Maria River

The Maria River starts south of Kempsey and runs south to the Hastings River, Port Macquarie. read more

• Millbank

Millbank is north west of Kempsey. The Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive goes from Kempsey to Slim Dusty's Childhood Home and then through... read more

• Monkerai Valley

The road through the picturesque Monkerai Valley provided the main road link between the villages of Dungog and Gloucester. The need for... read more

• Moonebah

Mooneba is 17 kilometres north west of Kempsey. Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive goes part of the way as well. To visit Slim Dusty's Childhood... read more

• Moorland

Moorland is the gateway to the Coorabakh National Park read more

• Moparrabah

Moparrabah is north west of Kempsey in the Macleay Hinterland and is the location of Parrabel Park Farmstay. read more

• Mungay Creek

Mungay Creek is north west of Kempsey. Collombatti Scenic Drive passes through Mungay Creek, this drive takes one to Collombatti Look with... read more

• Myall Lakes

Myall Lakes is located one hours drive north of Sydney. The Myall Lakes is open to the sea at Hawks Nest (Great Lakes) and is linked to... read more

• Myall Lakes National Park

Myall Lakes National Park is situated on 47, 493 hectares and is located 236 kiloemtres north of Sydney and 16 kilometres east of Bulahdelah... read more

• Mylestom

Mylestom offers a peaceful alternative, known to the locals as north beach, this delightful village is nestled between the shores of the... read more

• Nambucca Heads

Located on the coast, at the mouth of a small local river which bears its name, Nambucca Heads is a sleepy township just south of Coffs... read more

• Nambucca Valley

The Nambucca Valley revels in its mix of natural beauty and local history. It is relaxed and friendly, with plenty of sandy beaches ideal... read more

• Nelson Bay

Known for its white beaches, crystal waters, subtropical climate and pods of friendly and curious bottlenose dolphins, Port Stephens is... read more

• Nulla Creek

Nulla Nulla Creek Road is where Slim Dusty lived in his childhood. The Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive goes to his childhood home and then... read more

• Old Bar

Old Bar is Taree's closest surfing beach, just sixteen kilometres from Taree. Attractions include long white sandy beaches, the mouth... read more

• One Mile Beach

One Mile Beach is a tiny township located adjacent to the Tomaree National Park between Boat Harbour and Nelson Bay. read more

• Pee Dee

Pee Dee is 61 kilometres west of Kempsey in the beautiful Upper Macleay Hinterland. Bemurrah Homestead is at Pee Dee, it is a fully self... read more

• Point Plomer

Point Plomer is south of Crescent Head on Point Plomer Road. It is part of the Limeburners Creek Nature Reserve which contains outstanding... read more

• Port Macquarie

Greater Port Macquarie is steeped in maritime history, and at the Maritime Museum's 3 venues you have the opportunity to relive over 100... read more

• Port Stephens

Port Stephens is an idyllic coastal Paradise where the emphasis is on pleasure. From the fabulous scenery typified by volcanic peaks along... read more

• Port Stephens Area

Port Stephens boasts a wonderful collection of seaside villages dotted along the Pacific Ocean coast. It also enjoys a majestic sand dune... read more

• Possum Brush

Possums Brush offers accommodation and horse riding at Clarendon Forest Retreat read more

• Purfleet

Purfleet is located 3 kilometres south of the city of Taree. read more

• Rainbow Flat

Rainbow Flat is approx 10 kliometres south of Taree. Visitors will find bed and breakfast and caravan park accommodation and a... read more

• Rainbow Reach

Rainbow Reach is an area between the Cybucca turn to South West Rocks and South West Rocks, it is across the river from Jerseyville... read more

• Rawdon Island

Rawdon Island is named after Francis Rawdon Hastings, first Marquis of Hastings. Rawdon Island, located 15 minutes west of Port Macquarie... read more

• Raymond Terrace

Raymond Terrace is located on the Pacific Highway 165 Kilometres north of Sydney and stands on the junction of the Hunter and Williams Rivers... read more

• Rocks Crossing

At Rocks Crossing you will find a camping reserve with toilet facilities, barbecues and picnic tables. Situated on the Nowendoc River... read more

• Rollands Plains

Rolland Plains is located half an hour west of Port Macquarie with a country village feel to the township. read more

• Ross Glen

Ross Glen is one of the small villages you will pass through to the entrance of the Greater Port Macquarie. With picnic facilities and public... read more

• Sawtell

Sawtell is found on the beautiful North Coast of New South Wales just 6km south of Coffs Harbour. Located 555km north of Sydney and 400km... read more

• Scotts Head

Located right on the coast just a short drive from centres such as Macksville, Kempsey and Nambucca Heads, Scotts Head offers the holiday... read more

• Shoal Bay

This coastal town occupies the southern headland of Port Stephens,flanked by Tomaree Natinal Park and has both oceon and harbour beaches.Supposedly... read more

• Skillion Flat

Skillion Flat is 14 kilometres north west of Kempsey and is on the Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive from Kempsey to Nulla Nulla Creek near Bellbrook... read more

• Smithtown

Smithtown is a village 16 kilometres north east of Kempsey. Smithtown is on the western side of the Macleay River and travellers can join... read more

• Smokey Cape

Smoky Cape is south of South West Rocks and is the place where Smoky Cape Lighthouse is located, along with beaches and bushwalking... read more

• Soldiers Point

Formerly called Friendship Point, Soldiers Point lies on a peninsula that juts out from the southern shores of Port Stephens and separates... read more

• South Kempsey

South Kempsey is where the Kempsey Visitor Information Centre is based, in South Kempsey Park. The park also has a local history museum... read more

• South West Rocks

South West Rocks is where the Macleay River's journey ends as it meets the sea. This beautiful area has clear aquamarine waters; tiny coves... read more

• Stewarts River

Stewarts River is located approx six kilometres west from the Pacific Highway at Johns River. Stewarts River is a lush rural area with beautiful... read more

• Stroud

The township of Stroud can trace its beginning back to the late 1820s when it became the headquarters for a public funded company known... read more

• Stuarts Point

Stuarts Point was the port for vessels entering the Macleay from the river's old entrance. This silted over when a new entrance was... read more

• Summer Island

Summer Island is 21 kilometres north east of Kempsey. read more

• Taree

It's the combination of beaches, river, national parks, hinterland and the close proximity to major city hubs such as Newcastle and Sydney... read more

• Taree South

Taree South is the southern entrance to Taree. Here you will find motel and caravan park accommodation, service station, cattle saleyards... read more

• Tea Gardens

Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest is situated in the southern end of the Great Lakes area, it is approximately 2.5 hours drive north of Sydney, off... read more

• Telegraph Point

Telegraph Point is located on the Pacific Highway, 15 minutes north of Port Macquarie, on the beautiful mid-north coast. The local area... read more

• Temagog

Temagog is an area 24 kilometres north west of Kempsey. The Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive passes near Temagog to go to Slim Dusty's... read more

• Tinonee

Tinonee was one of the earliest settlements in the Manning. During the 1900's it was an important shipping trade destination... read more

• Tomaree National Park

The National Park covers most of the coastline between base of Tomaree Headland and Fishermans Bay, which is an area of 2347ha... read more

• Toms Creek

Tom's Creek is the entrance to the Hinterlands country side and waterfalls. Adventure through the beautiful bush ambience or relax... read more

• Toorooka

Toorooka is an area 35 kilometres north west of Kempsey. The Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive passes by on the way to Slim Dusty's childhood... read more

• Trial Bay Gaol

Trail Bay is a great place for sailboarding and sailing. Walk around the crescent-shaped beach and discover the wreck of one of three vessels... read more

• Tuncurry

Tuncurry is part of the twin towns of Forster / Tuncurry and lies between the beautiful Wallis Lake and the Pacific Ocean. Offering extensive... read more

• Turners Flat

Turners Flat is 19 kilometres north west of Kempsey. The Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive passes by on the way to Slim Dusty's childhood... read more

• Upper Lansdowne

Upper Lansdowne boasts breathtaking scenery looking out to the nearby mountain escarpment. Here you will also find Cloud Reach Lavendar... read more

• Urunga

Urunga lies on the junction of the Bellinger and Kalang Rivers, prior to entering the Pacific Ocean. Located on the Pacific Highway just... read more

• Valla Beach

Valla Beach lies to the north of Nambucca Heads. This small coastal community is a very popular tourist destination with its caravan parks... read more

• Wallabi Point

Wallabi Point is a small village overlooking the Pacific Ocean and is a great surfing spot. Nearby Saltwater National Park offers a barbecue... read more

• West Kempsey

West Kempsey has a variety of tourism attractions and accommodation. Dangars Creek Winery, Mesopotamia Lodge Deer Park and a historic walk... read more

• Willawarrin

Willawarrin is north west of Kempsey, on Armidale Road. The Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive passes through Willawarrin on the way to Slim Dusty's... read more

• Willi Willi

Willi Willi National Park is west of Kempsey and is in both Kempsey and Hastings Shires. The main visitor area at Wilson River has a picnic... read more

• Williamtown

Williamtown is home to dairy herds and beef cattle grazing the flats, as well as the RAAF Base. Spectacular military aircraft can sometimes... read more

• Wingham

Wingham offers visitors a step back in time. Its rich heritage is evident in the many splendid National Trust listed Federation buildings... read more

• Wittitrin

Wittitrin is 21 kilometres south west of Kempsey. read more

• Woolgoolga

Woolgoolga – Woopi to the locals - is known for its large Sikh population, whose ancestors came here around the time of Federation... read more

• Yarrahapinni

Yarrahapinni is north west of Kempsey, close to the Pacific Highway and Stuarts Point. Tourist Drive 14 passes through Yarrahapinni, and... read more