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How to get there... Air – Newcastle Airport please call...........02 4928 9800 Bus – Port Stephens Coaches on.............1800 045 949 Rail – Country Link on..........................................131 500
Local Visitors and Satalite Information Centres Nelson Bay P: 1800 808 900 Victoria Pde Nelson Bay Raymond Terrace P: 02 4987 5276 Salamander Bay P: 02 4982 7211 Tanilba Bay P: 02 4982 4441
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Amalies Café Aquablu Bay Breeze Bistro Blue Water Grill Café on Cook Hogs Breath Café il Porto Limani Long Boat Café Mavericks On The Bay Merretts Mod Thai Motto Farm Murrays Brewery Piccolos Rock Lobster Sandpipers Restaurant Shoreline Steakhouse Sunsets at the Bay Tea Gardens Hotel-Motel The Point Restaurant
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Aquablu Bay Breeze Bistro Blue Water Grill Hogs Breath Café il Porto Long Boat Café Mavericks On The Bay Merretts Motto Farm Murrays Brewery Piccolos Rock Lobster Shoreline Steakhouse Sunsets at the Bay Tea Gardens Hotel-Motel The Point Restaurant
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Bay Breeze Bistro Moonshadow Cruises Motto Farm Sunsets at the Bay
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Amalies Café Aquablu Bubs Fish and Chips Café on Cook Lemon Tree Passage Fish and Chip / General Store Long Boat Café Medowie Macadamias Murrays Brewery Peninsula Cakes and Pies
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Amalies Café Bay Breeze Bistro Café on Cook Hogs Breath Café Lemon Tree Passage Pizzeria Long Boat Café Mavericks On The Bay Motto Farm Murrays Brewery Sandpipers Restaurant Shoreline Steakhouse Sunsets At The Bay Tea Gardens Hotel-Motel
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Baskin Robbins Lemon Tree Passage Pizzeria Long Boat Café Medowie Macadamias Motto Farm Peninsula Cakes and Pies Tea Gardens Hotel-Motel
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Bay Breeze Bistro il Porto Lemon Tree Passage Pizzeria Limani Pasta Di Porto Piccolos Shoreline Steakhouse
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Aquablu Bay Breeze Bistro Blue Water Grill Fisherman’s Wharf / Bubs Fish & Chips il Porto Lemon Tree Passage Fish and Chips / General Store Limani Long Boat Café Mavericks On The Bay Merretts Mod Thai Moonshadow Cruises Piccolos Rock Lobster Sandpipers Restaurant Sanook Thai Shoreline Steakhouse Sunsets at the Bay Tea Gardens Hotel-Motel The Point Restaurant Zest
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Aquablu Bay Breeze Bistro Blue Water Grill Hogs Breath Café il Porto Mavericks On The Bay Motto Farm Murrays Brewery Limani Long Boat Café Rock Lobster Sandpipers Restaurant Shoreline Steakhouse Sunsets at the Bay Tea Gardens Hotel-Motel The Point Restaurant
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Port Stephens or otherwise known as the ‘Blue Water Paradise’ – is a wonderland for boating enthusiasts, fishing fanatics, bush walkers, scuba divers – anyone just wanting to get away from it all. The Port is two and a half times the volume of Sydney Harbour with its pristine, unpolluted waters, bright sandy beaches, resident bottle nose dolphins and short drives to the many smaller towns around the region, there is always something for everyone.
Corner Donald and Yacaaba St NELSON BAY NSW 2315 Ph: 02 4981 4300
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A popular attraction of the Port is the Tomaree Headland - the most popular bush walking track in the area which was established during World War II as part of the defence system for the East Coast of Australia between 1941 - 1943. Once at the summit you will have the most magnificent views of the Port and surrounding islands, perhaps even spotting a humpback whale on their annual migration from May to October. Stockton Sand Dunes are another prominent attraction of the area which must be seen to be believed. The contrast between the ocean and the 40 meter high sand peaks are definitely a sight to behold.
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This vast area is ideal for quad biking and 4WD enthusiasts, or for those who want to take a more conservative approach, enjoy a camel or horse ride in and around the dunes or along the water’s edge. Try sand boarding down the dunes - it’s fun for everyone. The Port is supplied with it’s own fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables, locally made small goods as well as flavoursome pickles, sauces and preservatives which are found locally from our monthly markets within the area. This wealth of regional produce features in the vast array of Port Stephens restaurants with their creative menus, exquisite water views and amazing dining experiences.
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You will want to keep coming back time and time again. Port Stephens is a perfect place to holiday, relax and enjoy the sunshine and calm.
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The Only Place Indian Restaurant Dine in or Take Away - BYO Lunch Monday to Friday and Dinner 7 Nights Heated Dining Area!
Shop 10/ 17-19 Stockton St, Nelson Bay P: 02 4984 4414 Next to the Post Office and down the ramp 17
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44 Cook Parade Lemon Tree Passage NSW 2319 P 02 4982 5522 M 0419 999 785 www.ltpmarina.com.au
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P: 02 4982 3128 Open Tues - Fri 5pm - 8.30pm & Sat & Sun 11.30am - 8.30pm “The Best Pizza in the Port”
Lemon Tree Passage Take Away Cafe P: 02 4982 4910 Open 7 Days A la carte menu with Alfresco dining
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Open 7 Days, 6.30am - 6.00pm Fresh Cakes, Pastries and Bread Gluten Free Products Available
Lemon Tree Passage Marina and Surrounds Lemon Tree Passage Marina, located on the Tilligerry Peninsula is nestled in the southern waters of Port Stephens. It is a 52 berth Marina with 7 swing moorings and capable of accommodating boats with a 2.5m draft. Within the Marina are some of the best dining places in the area including: a Pizzeria, Fish and Chip / General Store and Bakery not to mention many other various businesses of interest in and around the area. The Tilligerry Peninsula is a quiet paradise away from the hustle and bustle with much to see and do. Take a stroll along the board walk in Tanilba Bay while Koala spotting, swim and fish in the warm waters of the area or visit Tanilba House, a historic monument built by the convicts in 1831.There is so much to see and do in the area so why not come and spend the day with the whole family and enjoy the serenity.
Amalie’s Cafe & Restaurant
P 02 4982 4993 1/11 Cook Pde Lemon Tree Passage NSW 2319 Open 6 days Tues – Fri 9am-4pm Sat & Sun 8.30am – 4pm Reopen Fri & Sat nights at 6pm for Dinner
Cafe on Cook
Open 6 days, Friday & Saturday Nights for Dinner Mon - Thurs 9am - 3pm 1/19 Cook Pde Lemon Tree Passage NSW 2319 (Closed Tuesdays) 02 4982 3111 Fri 9am - late, Sat 8am - late Sun 8.30am - 3pm
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WEEKLY RAFFLES All Year Round Nelson Bay Bowling Club Monday Mania on Sale 5pm - drawn 6pm. Nelson Bay Diggers Wed, Thurs, Fri from 4.30pm & Sun. Tickets $1 for 5 numbers - Ph. 02 4981 1344. Soldiers Point Bowling Club Fri Night Mega Meat Raffle, tickets on sale 5pm, drawn 6pm. Ph 02 4982 7173. Fingal Bay Sport & Recreational Club Wed 6.30pm - Friday 5pm - Ph 02 4984 1244 (Courtesy bus available from Corlette, Nelson Bay & Shoal Bay every day). MARKETS Monthly All Year Round Anna Bay Community Markets Contact Colin Reddel P: 0429 506 802 E: markets@gatewayfamily.org.au . Held 1st Saturday every month in the Gateway Family Presbyterian Church Grounds and hall. 43 Gan Gan Road, Anna Bay, 8.30am - 2.00pm. Medowie Markets Contact David Plummer on 02 4982 9123. Held at the Bull & Bush Motel the 2nd Saturday each month. Nelson Bay Craft Markets Contact Jeanette Murray on 0419 492 009. Held the 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays of every month in Neil Carroll Park (Fly Point), Nelson Bay. Tomaree Markets Contact Elinor on 02 4981 3565. Held the 2nd & 4th Sundays of every month at the Tomaree Sports Complex, Salamander Bay. JUNE 2010 (28th - one only) JULY (26th - one only) August (23rd - one only). 30
Tanilba Bay Markets Contact Kathy or Tim BH: 02 4982 4833 or AH: 02 4982 3567. 3rd Saturday of each month, 9am – 1pm. Centre Car Park, President Wilson Walk, Tanilba Bay.
Blue Water Country Music Festival 11-14 June 2010 Held at various venues across Port Stephens with free activities in Apex Park. The Blue Water Country Music Festival will host the Blue Dolphin Awards for singer / songwriters (18 – 30 years) plus Blue Water Busking Titles, Twilight Dinner Cruises, Bootscootin, Country Music Winery Tours and much more. Programs are available from Nelson Bay Town Management & for more info visit www.bluewatercountrymusic.com.au Camellia Show 17-19 July 2010 Port Stephens Community Arts Centre Contact: Cheryl Campbell P: 02 4981 3604 Father’s Day 5th September 2010 Spoil Dad this father’s day with a meal and a ‘special gift’ at ROCK LOBSTER RESTAURANT. Dad will enjoy the views and the tempting menu on offer all whilst taking in the live entertainment on the Marina, or treat dad to a memorable father’s day at Merretts Restaurant located within Peppers Anchorage. With impeccable service and culinary delights, the whole family will be impressed by MERRETTS RESTAURANT.
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Clans on the Coast 19th September 2010 Tomaree No1 Sports Ground (just outside Nelson Bay). We encourage anyone who enjoys a great day out with friendly people to attend the 2010 Clans On The Coast. There will be Pipe Bands, Dancers, Stalls, Kids Events, Tug-Of-War, Battle Re-enactments and much, much more. (When you visit our festival you can expect to have plenty of exciting fun). P. 02 4981 1344 or for more info, log onto www.clansonthecoast.com Port Stephens Whale Festival 25th September 2010 (for one week) Includes an extensive entertainment program with whale cruises, photography competition, live music, performances by local choirs and dance groups, roving entertainment, an art & craft tent, interactive stands with information on whales and the environment. Phone Deb on 02 4984 1333 or visit www.whalefest.com.au for more info. Myall River Festival 30th September 2010 Tea Gardens Waterfront The Festival is a family-friendly day, with a large variety of market stalls, stage entertainment, river activities, games and competitions for the kids, all taking place on the magical waterfront of Tea Gardens, beside the Myall River. For more info visit www.myallriverfestival.com.au.
Karuah Oyster & Timber Festival 16 & 17 October 2010 Wood Chopping ,axemen, stalls & entertainment on both days. For more information phone Dawn Lyall on 02 4997 3088. Melbourne Cup Day 2nd November 2010 The Places to be: All Seasons Resort, Merretts, Murrays Brewery, The Point Restaurant, Lemon Tree Passage, Nelson Bay Golf Club, Aquablu Bistro & Bar, Fingal Bay Bowling Club, Mavericks at the Bay, Hogs Breath, il Porto, Tea Gardens Hotel Motel, Medowie Macadamia’s, Long Boat Cafe or visit www.diningout.com.au for more info. Remembrance Day 11th November 2010 Participants to assemble in Apex Park, Nelson Bay by 10.30am. Service will commence at 11am. For more information contact Nelson Bay Diggers on 02 49811344. Tastes of the Bay Food, Wine & Jazz Festival
13 & 14 November 2010 Nelson Bay Foreshore. Spread across the d’Albora Marina in, Apex Park (Nelson Bay CBD) and Nelson Bay Foreshore, the Festival is the major culinary event in Port Stephens, featuring food from local restaurants, great wine selections from popular Hunter Valley and local Port Stephens wineries and fabulous Jazz Music. Cooking demo’s by award winning chefs are a major part of this festival. For more info visit www.bluewatercountrymusic.com. au/Tastes_At_The_Bay.html. P: 02 4984 4751.
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Dizzy Land Fun Park and Amusement Centre 1a Oakvale Drive, Salt Ash, NSW 2318 Indoor/outdoor Family Fun! Enjoy the smell of Fairy Floss & Popcorn as your kids have a Blast at Dizzyland - ‘The Happiest Place in the Hunter”. Kids come & play - parents don’t have to pay. Unlimited Play 10am -4pm. Open weekends, Public & School Holidays taniamicallef@aapt.net.au. 02 4978 1244 Oakvale Farm and Fauna World Nelson Bay Rd, Salt Ash Farm animals and native fauna, pony & tractor rides, merry go round, BBQ areas and kiosk. Watch the baby animals and duck feeding. RMB 2828 oakvalefarm@bigpond.com www.oakvalefarm.com.au. 02 4982 6222 Fighter World Inc RAAF Base Williamtown Fighter aircraft & engines, photographic displays, aircraft models, weapons, videos, observation deck, restaurant and more. Located at the RAAF base Williamtown admin@fighterworld.com.au. 02 49651810 Port Stephens Community Arts Centre 100 Shoal Bay Rd Nelson Bay Open 10am-4pm daily. The Centre features displays of oil and watercolour paintings, pottery, china and quilting with a range of souvenirs available for sale. 02 4981 3604 artscentre@nelsonbay.com www.artscentre.nelsonbay.com
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Tanilba House 32 Caswell Crescent, Tanilba Bay Originally constructed as a family home, Tanilba House was completed for its original owner, Lt William Caswell in 1831, who named the property “Tanilba”, an Aboriginal name meaning “place of white flowers”. Half metre thick stone walls, high ceilings, large rooms, and even a ghost are all part of the colonial charm. 02 4982 4866 Medowie Macadamia Farm 672 Medowie Road Medowie Enjoy the tranquil surrounds of Port Stephens only Macadamia farm, while indulging in a fine selection of Macadamia products. Open 9am to 5pm daily. stacy@optusnet.com.au. 02 4982 8888 www.medowiemacadamias.com.au Australian Shark and Ray Centre 686 Marsh Road, Bob’s Farm Entry from $15. An exciting and safe way to meet the ocean’s most awesome critters in the world’s first totally, interactive aquarium. Hand feed sharks, rays & huge fish for the thrill of a lifetime. You can choose to feed from the side with the fish leaping out of the water to take your food, or you can snorkel or walk through the water in waterproof waders with the aquarium packed with nearly 100 different sharks and rays. Feel the adrenalin course through you as FRED-our 80kg stingray comes and gives you a cuddle. The Australian Shark and Ray Centre is all about hands on experiences, and its available rain, hail or shine, year round for everyone from 2 years old. 02 4982 2476 info@ozsharkandray.com.au. For more events check out…… www.diningout.com.au
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