Port Macquarie 2014 Eat See Do Guide

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We’ve done all the hard work for you and uncovered lots of hidden gems to let you in on the local’s top picks for restaurants, nightlife, coffee, shopping, nature, activities and attractions.

Make a cuppa or pour a glass of something cold, find a comfortable chair, sit back, relax and take a look. You’ll be glad you did. Whether you are planning some serious indulgence, buffing up on your history, getting the adrenalin pumping or becoming at one with nature – it’s all in here.

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The vibrant CBD of Port Macquarie is surrounded by water from the Hastings River and beaches. Once you arrive you will enjoy accommodation, restaurants, shopping, culture and beaches, all within a ten-minute stroll! This makes it one of the best walking towns in Australia, with the climate to match. There is a relaxed coastal vibe; you can enjoy the great outdoors, the picturesque beaches and endless waterways, but also the finer things in life like good food and coffee, a treasure trove of shopping and some great cosmopolitan bars.

with a meditative stretch of eight beaches where you can look for tell tale signs of whales passing, from May to November, and dolphins all year round.

Take the coastal walk, 9km of pathways that start at the iconic breakwall on Town Green, where you can see colourful graffiti rocks ending at Tacking Point Lighthouse Lookout on Lighthouse Beach. This scenic walk takes you to significant landmarks and lookouts

Port Macquarie is one of the oldest penal settlements in NSW where you can immerse yourself in history, visit a range of museums and historic sites including St Thomas’ Anglican Church which is the fifth oldest Anglican Church in Australia.

Discover natural assets right in the heart of Port Macquarie at Kooloonbung Creek Nature Park, a wetland oasis that is home to 165 species of birds, numerous reptiles and flying foxes. At Shelly Beach is Sea Acres Rainforest Centre, you can walk along the elevated boardwalk through the tree canopy which is pram and stroller friendly. Don’t miss their traditional Bush Tucker Tours!

M UST D O ’ S Start your day on the iconic coastal walk with 9 kilometres of tracks that hug the picturesque coastline. Spot dolphins and look at the public art along the way.

Take a cruise - dolphin and whale watching, fish and chips at sunset or just take in the scenery.

Cruises depart regularly from the Clarence Street Wharf and you’ll see humpback whales from May to November.

Visit the world’s only Koala Hospital. It’s open daily and it’s free. Don’t miss the 3pm feed walk and talk tour!

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See world class exhibitions in the three level Regional Art Gallery at the Glasshouse, enjoy creative activities for kids or catch a performance.

Explore Port Macquarie’s picturesque foreshores at Town Green, Settlement Point and Westport Park where you’ll discover playgrounds, picnic areas and plenty of open spaces.

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The area’s pristine natural beauty stems from the Camden Haven River which flows from the Comboyne Plateau and includes Queens Lake, a paradise for water sports. Take a kayak out on Queens Lake or swim in the netted tidal pools at Dunbogan and North Haven.

Marvel as the para-gliders take off from the top of North Brother Mountain in Dooragan National Park.

Then take a walk through the area’s old growth Blackbutt Forest and stroll along the quiet waterways of the Camden Haven River.

The Camden Haven River is a very popular and easily fished estuary. The safe entrance to the sea and the bountiful fishing of the area is the reason why

Armstrong Oysters is tucked away down a little lane yet produces millions of oysters a year. Buy them fresh from the river.

Laurieton is home to the local fishing fleet.

M UST D O ’ S Feel on top of the world from 480 metres high! Drive to the top of North Brother Mountain for unrivalled panoramic views up and down the coast.

Walk or cycle 5.1kms along the foreshore from the Laurieton Fish Co-op to Grants Beach in North Haven.

The Riverwalk Markets at Laurieton on the third Sunday of the month have a plethora of market stalls where you can pick up local produce, homewares, gifts, art and fashion.

At Dunbogan Boatshed and Marina you can hire a kayak, BBQ boat or tinnie and explore the stunning waterways for yourself.

Check out the impressive collection of motoring and motor sport memorabilia at Will Hagon’s Pit Stop in Kew.

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The annual Slice of Haven food and wine festival brings a dollop of indulgence and a dash of quirky to the Camden Haven each May. Celebrating all that is local with a colourful twist that will set your taste buds dancing.

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Now, there are so many more reasons to visit this beautiful rural township just 20 minutes drive west from Port Macquarie with its vibrant cafes and funky shopping. On the way, take a stroll through the delightful Abundance Garden Centre, brimming with premium quality plants, pots and garden products or have a high tea overlooking the lake at their cafe.

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Set on the Hastings River, the town is surrounded by hobby farms, agriculture and over 40,000 hectares of National Parks and State Forests.

Drive through rich green pastures and quiet villages to waterfalls and picnic spots, go bush walking, horse riding, mountain and trail biking, or visit a producer at the farm-gate. Wauchope is the gateway to a long

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The Bago Birdcall Breakfast 4WD Tour goes off the beaten track to see the stunning flora and fauna of Bago Bluff National Park in the hinterland.

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Pan for gold at the Cedar Creek Gold Fields at Timbertown. See Australia’s largest water wheel and keep the gold that you find!

Get lost in the largest hedge maze in NSW with 2000 metres of pathways, lookout towers and bridges at Bago Maze. Taste the local drop at Bago Vineyards while you’re there.

Get up close and personal at Billabong Koala and Wildlife Park where you will see koalas, reptiles, snow leopards, penguins, red pandas and the 5m monster croc ‘Shrek’ plus much more.

Let the kids run wild in an all abilities playground at Bain Park while you enjoy a great cup of coffee at Watermans Cafe.

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stretch of winding roads through the mountains of the Great Dividing Range - a motor bike riders’ paradise.

Head further into the hinterland and discover Comboyne. Renowned for its astounding panoramic views and wilderness, it is also home to prime dairy farms and more recently plantings of avocados, macadamias, blueberries and other

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Experience the majesty of a towering rainforest by following a 70 metre boardwalk leading through a mass of Bangalow Palms to a gigantic strangler fig at Wilson River. A track continues from the boardwalk, over a splendid array of vines, ferns, and soaring trees, ending at a waterfall and pool.

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Choose sweet or savoury treats at the iconic Pancake Place. The little ones will love the kiddie’s corner.

Hog’s Breath Café is a family favourite with a great kids menu and colouring in to keep them occupied.

Jumbos Playland in Port Macquarie is an indoor soft play centre. Have a bite to eat in the café and catch up on your emails while you’re there.

Relax over a meal or drink at Town Green Inn where the wood fired pizzas are a local favourite. Kids of all ages are welcome to amuse themselves in the enclosed play area.

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The Stunned Mullet restaurant is the region’s first restaurant to receive a Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide Chef Hat and is a must-do dining experience.

Oasis by the River Café Restaurant in North Haven overlooks the pristine Camden Haven River with Australian contemporary cuisine using the freshest local produce.

QuayLime Cafe and Bar overlooks the Port Macquarie marina. Watch the sunset and soak up the ambiance as you dine on the rooftop deck.

Grab your picnic rug and enjoy the outdoors on Town Green in Port Macquarie with take away from Off The Hook fish and chips.

LV’s on Clarence offers casual indoor and alfresco dining for breakfast and lunch. Using local and organic produce they bake all breads, muffins, cakes and pastries in house. Kids will love the menu and the colouring in.

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Australian Tourism Award winning The Corner Cafe and Restaurant offers a sophisticated and contemporary menu driven with seasonal produce and the freshest ingredients.

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Zebu Bar + Grill has an extensive steak and traditional menu, 10 beers on tap and an amazing range of cocktails.

Whalebone Wharf Seafood Restaurant is well known for seafood. For a special treat try the lobster and crab dishes.

You can even arrive in style by sea plane or boat!

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Stroll up Clarence Street to Casualties Espresso and the Meg and Me Espresso Bar. Sit in the espresso bar at Saltwater Wine Surf Shop on Horton Street or if you are a tea lover treat yourself to a nostalgic high tea at Tea and Treasures or World Par-TEA. You’ll be spoilt for choice with dining at the Beantree Cafe, infamous pork sliders at LV’s on Clarence and Winky’s - a breaky favourite. If you want a beachside experience, try the Surfside Cafe or Village Cafe at Lighthouse Beach or take in the peaceful surroundings at The Rainforest Cafe at Sea Acres Rainforest Centre.

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Get a blend of old world charm and new world flavours using locally sourced produce at Curly’s Café. The Living Room creates original food that is made fresh in small batches and characterized by rich flavour and unique texture. Try a yoga class while you’re there! Experience the tranquillity at Abundance Cafe and Nursery or get off the beaten track and head into the magical hinterland to the Udder Cow Cafe in Comboyne.

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Visit the quirky coffee bar at Diamond Waters Nursery where Peter will brew a great cuppa.

At Dunbogan Boatshed you can overlook the Camden Haven River and feed the fish while you eat. For a comfortable, relaxed place head to North Haven to The Appletree Soul Food Café. Enjoy a relaxing morning coffee with a book on the verandah, treat yourself to a devonshire tea or a light meal at Miss Nellies in Kendall.

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For all your fresh fruit and veg visit Ken Little’s Quality Fruit and Vegetables or Growers Market who stock an abundance of local produce and speciality food lines.

For quality meat, poultry, hams, cold meats and smallgoods all backed with friendly customer service and easy parking visit Wiggly Tail Pork Shop and Butchery. For freshly caught local seafood, some handy recipe tips or to order a hassle free seafood platter speak to Dion at Port Fresh Seafoods.

Using only Australian organic flour and natural sea salt, Burkhard’s Organic Bakery produces a healthier range of breads, pastries, cakes, gluten free products along with other delicacies that not only taste great but are good for you.

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See a working organic market farm where you can collect eggs, feed chickens and pigs, harvest fresh produce and then sit down to a lunch of pasture raised goodness, direct from the paddock to your plate at ‘Sundays at Near River’ at Hollisdale. On alternate Sundays their Farmacy Shop opens and you can fill your boot with the farms fresh produce.

Learn how fresh produce and animals are grown and meet the farmers on the June long weekend farm-gate tours and during the Tastings on Hastings food and wine festival in October.

Pick fresh strawberries year round at Ricardoes Tomatoes and Strawberries or from December to January pick blueberries at Brackenridge Blueberries.

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Chefs continue to embrace the paddock to plate philosophy and hinterland farmers lead the way with their organic, biodynamic and sustainable practices.

Taste the difference of local pasture-fed eggs, olives and olive oil, nuts, cheeses, fresh fruit, vegetables, poultry, pork, seafood and a range of local fine foods.

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Sample the local drop from the region’s wineries and microbreweries where you’ll find some old favourites and award winning brews. Follow the trail and you will discover so much more.

Enjoy a French inspired lunch, take a behind the scenes tour, wander around an art gallery, take in the ambience of Jazz in the vines, order a paddle and a ploughman’s platter or taste your favourite drop in the picturesque surroundings of a traditional rose garden.

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Cassegrain Winery 764 Fernbank Creek Rd (Cnr Pacific Highway), Port Macquarie The heritage of the region’s oldest and most established wineries began in France in 1643.

Grapes for Sauvignon Blanc are sourced from the cool climate of Tumbarumba; Chardonnay from the New England region and the maritime region of Hastings River; and Shiraz from lower altitude sites in New England and Cowra. Take a behind the scenes tour or have lunch in the onsite restaurant.

Innes Lake Vineyard The Ruins Way, Port Macquarie The vineyard has been owned and operated by the Charley family for nearly 100 years. Their range includes; Semillon, Chardonnay, Shiraz, Cabernet Merlot, Mist & Tawny Port, as well as two wines bottled under the Little Fish label – Summer White and Summer Red. Take in the beautiful surroundings of vineyards as you enjoy lunch at the Little Fish Café.

Black Duck Brewery Long Point Vineyard 6 Cooinda Place, Lake Cathie Renowned for their Fat Bastard Chardonnay, Jolly Nose Port, Agent Orange Liqueur and Long Point Ginger Beer. Visit their art gallery or picnic in the grounds.

The Little Brewing Company 1/58 Uralla Road, Port Macquarie Taste beer from their Wicked Elf and Mad Abbot labels that have won numerous medals across national and international competitions since opening in 2007. Some beer styles contain speciality spices to give them extra complexity and flavour.

6B Acacia Avenue, Port Macquarie Their range includes English Bitter, Golden Goose, Dark Ale, Indian Runner, Platypus and Irish Red. The brewery offers a ploughman plate with local beer bread, ham, olives, relish and a few other tasty goodies if you are peckish.

Historic Douglas Vale Vineyard 235 Oxley Highway, Port Macquarie The vineyard produces a limited release of wines from the original Isabella grape and other selected varieties. The homestead on Douglas Vale Vineyard is the oldest timber house in the Hastings region.

Bago Vineyard Roses Vineyard 132 Apanie Road, Lake Innes The boutique vineyard produces six varieties of wine - Chardonnay, Sparkling Chardonnay, Red, Sparkling Red, Rose and Sparkling Rose from two varieties of grapes Chambourcin and Chardonnay.

Milligans Road of Bago Road, Wauchope A charmingly rustic country vineyard with spectacular views is known for award winning sparkling, varietal and fortified wines. It is also home to the Bago Maze. Look out for Jazz in the Vines events that are every second Sunday of the month.

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At the lower end of Clarence Street in Port Macquarie you’ll find live entertainment and tasty cocktails at The Pier. Slip next door to the Grape and Petal wine bar for an impressive selection of international wines and stock up on gourmet nibbles and specialty goodies while you’re there.

If you are after something a little more upbeat you can dance the night away at The Beach House, Finnian’s Irish Tavern or the Port Macquarie Hotel, affectionately known by locals as the “Macca”.

For world class shows and art exhibitions visit the Glasshouse, our main hub for arts and entertainment. From modern theatre, kids shows, photography and art exhibitions, the Glasshouse will impress inside and out with its award-winning design. For a more intimate experience see a production at the Players Theatre.

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LO CA LS TO P P I C KS F O R E N T E RTA I N M E N T Regular jazz and live music at Bago Vineyards, the perfect lazy Sunday afternoon.

Dance the night away to live bands every Friday and Saturday night at Finnian’s Irish Tavern.

End the day or start the night with drinks at the Beach House overlooking the Hastings River.

Zebu Bar + Grill has seven days of promotional events such as Happy Hump Day (Wednesdays) and Pseudo Disco (Saturdays).

Watch the kids in the playground or climb the enormous fig tree while you enjoy dinner at The Fig.

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Port Macquarie Panthers, our largest entertainment venue in the region, offers top quality entertainment and family friendly dining. For a more intimate club experience head to Panthers Sports Club.

A modern, friendly club that overlooks the picturesque golf course greens. The club has full bistro facilities and are open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. The hot rock prawns are a speciality!

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With regular easy listening live entertainment and jazz sessions, you can relax and enjoy a musical afternoon or enjoy a delicious meal while overlooking the beautiful Hastings River. The onsite restaurant, Aqua features modern Australian cuisine, every day of the week.

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Boasting superb views of the Camden Haven River. The club has a jam packed entertainment calendar with something for everyone. Dine in the relaxed atmosphere at the Boardwalk Bistro for lunch or dinner.

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Port City Bowling Club is just a short stroll from Town Beach where you can enjoy a game of barefoot bowls and their buffet seafood extravaganza on Wednesday and Saturdays.

Enjoy a refreshment at the bar, a great meal from the Fairway Bistro or simply relax in the air conditioned club house at the Kew Country Club.

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Catch a show, have a casual drink with friends or enjoy lunch or dinner in Seagulls Brasserie at the club.

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Coastal Chic T H E RE IS S O M ET H I NG DE LIG HT FU L A B O U T S H O P P I N G O N H O L I DAY, N E W S H O P S TO D I S C OV E R , T I M E I S A B U N DA N T A N D YO U A R E R E LA X E D A N D I N S P I R E D . F O R S O M E T H I N G U N I Q U E WA N D E R T H RO U G H T H E E C L E C T I C M I X O F S H O PS , B O U T I Q U ES AN D GALLE RI ES T H RO U G H O U T T H E R E G I O N .

Port Macquarie’s well known shopping centres; Port Central in the CBD, Settlement City and Port Home Zone, boast a mix of well-known brands and big retail outlets, supermarkets and exclusive boutiques.

Wauchope is home to speciality shops and boutiques that are sure to pique the interest of even the most discerning shopper. Enjoy a relaxed shopping experience with a village vibe where you can park right outside!

Discover some little treasures throughout the villages of the Camden Haven. The local shops sell everything from local handicraft, vintage recycled fashion and pre-loved antiques. Find quirky take home treasures at the Laurieton Riverwalk Markets every month.

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H O L I DAY S H O P P I N G

L I S T M E G & M E offers a selection of handpicked quality products that include clothing, shoes, accessories, handbags and wallets and a selective range of homewares.

has unique hand-made glass jewellery pieces plus clothing, ceramics, homewares and quirky gifts. Try one of their art classes while you are here!

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stock quality brands including Andiamo, Banana Blue, Betty Barclay, Mela Purdie, NYDJ, Optimum and many more fabulous labels.

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F O R G O O D AT H O M E stocks high quality home wares, classic toys for children and a mix of cultural ware full of bright and vibrant colours it’s sure to set the holiday mood.

W H E T H E R YO U ’ R E J U S T B ROWS I N G F O R I N S P I RAT I O N , LO O K I N G F O R A FA B U LO U S N E W D R E S S O R T H E B E S T O F V I N TAG E , YO U ’ L L F I N D T H AT T H E S H O P S A N D M A R K E TS A R E F I L L E D W I T H G O O D I E S TO T E M P T YO U .

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in Port Central and Horton Street stock leading surf brands.

Pick up a new wetsuit or surfboard while you are there!

T H E G LAS S H O U S E S H O P stocks exquisite glassware, handcrafted jewellery, ceramic objects, local produce, small homeware items and souvenirs to remember your holiday by.

From glam designer driven styles through to comfy holiday wear they have styles to suit every curvy woman’s wardrobe needs.

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Find unique pieces for home at RO D PAG E studio in Bonny Hills.

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I N I T @ P O RT offers a wide range of sterling silver and 18ct gold ‘Creol’ jewellery along with a range of unique giftware and homewares. The range is enormous!

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in Wauchope have quality clothing, furniture and homewares. Get styling advice or just shop for funky and eclectic themed pieces.

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C O M M U N I T Y P RO J E C TS WO R L DW I D E offers an eclectic mix of cultural ware full of bright and vibrant colours. You are sure to set the mood of a room with its bold homewares range or with a feature piece of jewellery to really make the outfit.

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The Historical Society Museum on Clarence Street Port Macquarie will take you on a journey from the Birpai people, British settlement in 1821 through to our contemporary history as a tourist and sea change town.

Major Archibald Clunes Innes (1799-1857) predicted that Port Macquarie would become a major coastal gateway and he became one of Australia’s richest colonists. See the ruins of the house he built with convict labour at Lake Innes Ruins. Guided tours are the only way to access the ruins and can be booked through the Visitor Information Centre.

Past Dunbogan on the headland you will find Camden Head Pilot Station which provided navigation assistance from 1890 until its closure in 1990. It is a unique venue for holiday accommodation, artist and writer residencies as well as community, environmental, educational and cultural events.

In the village of Kendall, the Heritage Walk takes in 16 heritage sites and is a comfortable walk around the village. Try the Poet’s Walk which reveals poetry by Henry Kendall and a number of modern-day Kendall residents along the way.

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M UST S E E H E R I TAG E S I G H TS Join a walking guided tour with Hastings Heritage Tours guided by our resident historic expert, Mitch McKay. The Historic Courthouse in Port Macquarie (1869) was designed

by Colonial Architect James Barnet and served the community for 117 years.

The former Pilot’s Boat Shed has maritime displays including a copy of Matthew Flinders’ journal entry, recorded as he sailed past Tacking Point in 1802.

Visit Australia’s third oldest lighthouse at Tacking Point overlooking Lighthouse Beach. You might even spot a dolphin or whale from the headland.

Take a drive across the Kindee Suspension Bridge, which is the oldest suspension bridge in Australia. Built in 1836 it provides access across the Ellenborough River.

Roto House is one of the oldest buildings in Port Macquarie and a beautiful example of Victorian architecture and craftsmanship.

Head to Timbertown in Wauchope where you can ride on a steam train, test your balance on a penny farthing or watch a bullock team at work.

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Browse local art and photography, with some big names like Norman Lindsay and Picasso at Sunset Gallery. See contemporary aboriginal artwork from central Australia at Alpitye At Port Art Gallery. At Habitat Antiques and Gallery you’ll find pieces from John Coburn, Sidney Nolan and Brett Whiteley. For quirky terracotta sculptures and picture 24

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book painting you can’t go past a visit to Little Frogwood Gallery. Public art provides the elements of surprise and delight. With over 40 public artworks situated at great picnic sites, beaches and popular walking paths, set yourself a challenge to see as many as you can during your stay.

A larger than life bronze sculpture of Sir Edmund Barton, the historic

‘Folly’ at Windmill Hill, Camden Haven Floodmarkers and the ‘Leaves’ of Kendall to name a few.

Don’t miss the Hello Koala’s Public Sculpture Trail from September 2014.

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TO P C U LT U R E P I C KS Cowarra Dam Public Art Project at Wauchope features local Indigenous works of art, mosaic installations and sculptural poles. Take a picnic and enjoy the great facilities.

Memories of Harry public art at Shelly Beach. Harry Thompson looked after the reserve at Shelly Beach creating a lookout, a bush track of 254 hand carved steps and a unique style of bush furniture.

The Spirit of the Land interactive exhibition at Sea Acres Rainforest Centre is a colourful mosaic inspired by the richness of the Birpai culture and spectacular National Parks in the region. Ask about the Bush Tucker Tour while you are there!

Glasshouse Regional Gallery spans three levels and hosts major international, Indigenous, national and local exhibitions. See a show in the worldclass theatre which has a huge range of cultural performances, musicians and plays.

The Broken Bago Range Mural depicts the spectacular bluff of the Broken Bago Range. Head to Byabarra Road, 10 kilometres west of Wauchope.

The Camden Haven Floodmarker designs include fish sculptures of local flathead, whiting and shark which are not only symbolic of the sea change lifestyle of the area but indicate the connection of what happens when water enters homes in times of flooding.

Blue Poles CafĂŠ and Gallery in Byabarra showcases fresh and vibrant works from their renowned stable of NSW north coast artists.

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Some of NSW’s best nature experiences are right here,

unspoilt coastlines in Australia.

easily accessible and just waiting to restore your soul.

Willi Willi National Park in the Wauchope Hinterland

Select your spot of sand at sheltered bays or long

is a perfect spot for a picnic and a short ‘waterfall walk’

sandy beaches, there are 17 to choose from. Check the

past the giant strangler fig to the falls. You can even

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enjoy a swim in the rock pools below.

for; you can swim under the watch of lifeguards,

Take a picnic or spend a night camping at Diamond

explore rock pools, follow walking tracks, take your

Head in Crowdy Bay National Park, named after

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Captain Cook glimpsed its glittering beauty in 1770.

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TO P P I C K N AT U R E E X P E R I E N C E S Visit Queens Lake in Laurieton. The southern foreshore has a walking track, which meanders along the lake.

Explore Kooloonbung Creek Nature Park on the edge of the Port Macquarie’s CBD, over 50 hectares of bush, 3kms of walking trails and boardwalks and an abundance of fauna and various eco systems.

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Discover the stunning walking trail to Rawson Falls at Boorganna Nature Reserve near Comboyne, one of the oldest reserves in NSW.

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Take the 1.3km boardwalk through the largest remaining coastal rainforest reserve in NSW at Sea Acres Rainforest Centre. You can take a Bush Tucker Tour or a guided walk.

Outside Laurieton take a drive to the top of North Brother Mountain for spectacular views and access to several walking tracks, a true icon of the Camden Haven.

Ellenborough Falls has a 200 metre single drop waterfall - the tallest in Australia. Just nearby you can enjoy lovely picnic areas, a short walk past a magnificent strangler fig and swimming in the rock pools at Wilson River Reserve.

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W H E N I T C O M E S TO T H I N G S TO S E E A N D D O , YO U A R E I N E X P E RT H A N D S . W I T H A H U G E VA R I E T Y O F AC T I V I T I E S , AT T RAC T I O N S A N D TO U RS YO U W I L L N E V E R B E LO S T F O R S O M E T H I N G TO D O .

FAM I LY FAVO U RI T E ADVE N T U RE S I N C LU D E H O RS E RI D I N G , PAN N I N G F O R G O LD AT T I M B E RTOWN , A CAM E L RI D E ALO N G LI G H T H O U S E B E AC H , TAK I N G A LE I S U RE LY C RU I S E ALO N G T H E HAST I N G S RI VE R WH E RE T H E K I D S CAN E VE N TAK E RI D E I N A B O O M - N E T.

If you want to get out of your comfort zone you can go from mild to wild in a Jetfighter, free fall with Coastal Skydivers, water-ski at Stoney Park, test your aim at Mid North Coast Paintball or become a speed racer at the indoor Go-Kart centre.

Holidays are also about re-energising your mind, body and spirit, and being pampered from head to toe is a great way to begin your escape. Treat yourself to a facial, massage or body treatment at one of the regions many day spas. More ideas for things to do start on page 60.

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M UST D O AC T I V I T I E S Billabong Koala and Wildlife Park - koalas, reptiles snow leopards, monster croc ‘Shrek’, red pandas and penguins plus more. Catch daily shows and feeding times.

Pick berries off the vine at Ricardoes Tomatoes and Strawberries - a favourite for all ages.

For an exhilarating experience take a scenic joy-flight with Hastings Valley Helicopters.

Surf lessons for kids and the young at heart are a must do with our surfing legends from Soul Surfing and the Port Macquarie Surf School.

Teenagers can ditch their computer games and let off some steam at the Town Beach Breakwall Skate Park.

Learn how to paraglide from a mountain top with High Adventure Paragliding or just marvel as they soar past you through the sky.

Hire a boat or kayak from Settlement Point Boatshed, Jordans Boating Centre or Dunbogan Boatshed and discover the regions pristine waterways.

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M UST D O AN I MAL E X PE RI E NC ES Caring for up to 300 koalas each year, you can head to the world’s only Koala Hospital. Don’t miss the ‘Walk, Talk and Feed’ tour every day at 3pm!

Join Bellrowan Valley Horse Riding for a trail ride around the stunning hinterland or take a guided horse trail ride around the grounds of Cassegrain Winery with the Port Macquarie Horse Riding School.

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Pat a koala and a dingo, hand feed the kangaroos and see over 50 species of Australian wildlife at Billabong Koala and Wildlife Park. Very few people can say they have fed a snow leopard, penguin or had a 7 foot python draped around them.

Port Macquarie offers some of the best opportunities for whale watching in Australia from May to November and dolphins all year round. Regular cruises depart from the Clarence Street Wharf.

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Hop aboard a camel and gently meander along the golden sands of stunning Lighthouse Beach.

Join a leisurely mangrove kayak tour through the Hastings River and Kooloonbung Creek where you are likely to encounter dolphins, fruit bats and water dragons.

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Bike TO P P LAC E S TO R I D E Wayne Richards Park urban mountain bike trail Town Green and along the breakwall to Town Beach

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Town Green to Settlement City foreshore Along the foreshore from Laurieton to Grants Beach in North Haven

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Many activities and attractions are a short riding distance from the CBD and accommodation. For those experienced riders who like a challenge try the 40km Ironman Triathlon bike course.

If you are staying at the Observatory Hotel ask about their Bike and Hike iPod Audio Tours.

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Visiting anglers can catch many different and popular species abound such as bream, tailor, whiting and flathead.

There are also challenging and rewarding deep-sea fishing experiences with Deep End Fishing Charters and Port Macquarie Fishing Charters. If you prefer a calm water lure fishing experience Castaway Estuary fishing charters are the experts.

For recreational fishing, you’ll need a license to fish the water of NSW. These can be purchased at one of the many bait and tackle shops in the area. For beach driving, a licence can be purchased at the Greater Port Macquarie Visitor Information Centre or from Port Macquarie Hastings Council.

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The Big Axe at the iKew Information and Community Centre.

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If you want to escape the outside elements there are plenty of indoor activities to choose from. Jumbos Playland in Port Macquarie and Two Worlds Cafe in Wauchope have indoor soft play centres. Centre of Gravity have the biggest indoor rock climbing centre between Newcastle and Brisbane as well as indoor laser skirmish. Ten pin bowling at Wave Bowl is always popular. For something different, take an art class at Arthouse Industries. Film buffs can catch the latest flicks at the newly renovated Majestic Cinemas in Port Macquarie or The Plaza Theatre in Laurieton.

Old Bottle Butt (Red Bloodwood) Tree at Burrawan State Forest near Wauchope.

52m high and 16.3m circumference.

Australia’s largest water wheel at Timbertown.

A Big Lawn Bowl the Lake Cathie Bowling Club.

Bird Tree (Blackbutt) at Middle Brother National Park is an estimated 400 years old. 54 m high and 12.10 m circumference.

The Big Bush Ranger at Billabong Koala & Wildlife Park.

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Boasting more than 100 years of proud history, Port Macquarie Golf Club has a beautiful 18 hole championship golf course that features a variety of magnificent holes that combine to provide a memorable golfing experience for players of all levels.

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There aren’t too many golf courses where koalas can hold up play. It’s a regular occurrence at Emerald Downs Golf Course. Just minutes from the CBD. The 18-hole par-70 course is nestled in the midst of the exclusive Emerald Downs Residential Estate.

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Wauchope Country Club is situated in the centre of the busy hinterland township 20 minutes drive west of Port Macquarie. If you prefer, sit back in comfort in the newly renovated club house and watch the golfers on the 18 hole course in action.

Located 30 minutes south of Port Macquarie and 40 minutes north of Taree is the Kew Country Club. It boasts a quality 18 hole championship style golf course, a driving range and one grass and two all weather synthetic bowling greens.

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With a protected estuary perfect for kids, a patrolled beach during school holidays and inflatable slides and trampoline in summer, set yourself up for the day at Lake Cathie Beach. Grab some take away across the road or head to the Lake Cathie Bowling Club which has a great kids’ menu. Take a picture with the giant lawn bowl while you’re there!

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There’s nothing better than taking your four legged friend for some energetic beach play. Lighthouse Beach is secluded and has a long stretch of stunning coastline. south of Watonga Rocks you can let your friend off the lead for some beach fun then drop into the Surf Club Kiosk for a well deserved refreshment for you and your pooch. Make sure you check signage on the designated dog beaches for details on leashed an unleashed areas.

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The waves at Rainbow Beach are at their best with an east or south swell up to 3 metres and winds west to south west, however light to moderate south east winds work well too. The beach has a variety of breaks from the typical beach breaks to point breaks.

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The best conditions are when winds are from the south west to south and light to moderate north to north east winds work well too. The swell direction depending on which one of the breaks you surf, work best in easterly swells, but can handle north east and south swells too. Waves of up to 2.5 metres cater for all abilities with a variety of surfing options.

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Lighthouse beach is the summer saviour with protection from the summer north easterlies. The beach faces south and picks up all available swell so it’s great for the intermediate surfer and above, with short powerful rides. However the beach can be dangerous and strong rips and currents occur. Lighthouse beach is best in north west to north east winds with waves under 2 metres, yet has been surfed in the 3m+ size. Being a beach break it is entirely dependent on the sandbanks.

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Patrolled during Summer.

Gently flowing Vinegar Creek is a great spot for children.

Headland reserve featuring spectacular views of the coastland towards Port Macquarie. The area is mainly open space with a pathway to Bartletts Beach below. Features an ocean-beach launching ramp.

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Admire the blackened pillars of Split Rock with heaps more to explore. In Crowdy Bay National Park this is a popular place to stay with campsites for caravans, camper trailers and by-yourcar camping. * This beach is only patrolled over the Christmas school holiday period.

Lifeguards are only on duty when the red and yellow flags are in place.

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B I G B A N D B LAS T M U S I C F E S T I VA L

E X P LO R E T H E H E L LO KO A LAS S C U LPTU RE T RA I L

Greater Port Macquarie will become home to the Hello Koalas Sculpture Trail from September 2014 to December 2015. Delight in the character of 50 uniquely hand painted koala sculptures as you explore the region.

Hello Koalas is a celebration of our large coastal koala population and the home of the world’s only Koala hospital.

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SUMMER

Bago Vineyards Annual Grape Stomp Festival of the Sun Golden Lure Game Fishing Tournament Oysters in the Vines Port Macquarie Beatles Festival AU T U M N

W H E T H E R I T ’ S OYS T E RS I N T H E V I N E S , B A N D S BY T H E B E AC H , F E AS T I N G A N D I N D U LG I N G AT F O O D A N D W I N E F E S T I VA LS O R C H E E R I N G T R I AT H L E T E S AC RO S S T H E F I N I S H L I N E . T H E R E I S A D I V E RS E A N D E C L E C T I C S M O RG AS B O R D O F E V E N TS

BBQ and Blues Festival Toyota IRONMAN Australia Wauchope Lasiandra Festival Port Macquarie Running Festival Slice of Haven Food and Wine Festival WI NTE R

Australian F1 Power Boat Grand Prix Big Band Blast Music Festival King of the Mountain Fun Run Seaside Classic Week of Golf Timbertown Steam Festival

T H RO U G H O U T T H E Y E A R .

S PRI NG

Craft Expo Hello Koalas Sculpture Trail Kendall National Violin Competition Carlton Mid Port Macquarie Cup Carnival Tastings on Hastings Food and Wine Festival IRONMAN 70.3 Port Macquarie

D E TA I LS O F M A J O R A N N UA L E V E N TS A N D M A R K E TS A R E AVA I LA B L E O N P O RT M AC Q UA R I E I N F O . C O M . AU

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Explore Discover and

G R E AT E R P O RT M AC Q UA R I E H AS A N E X T E N S I V E RA N G E O F M A R K E TS F O R YO U TO D I S C OV E R A N D E X P LO R E .

W H E T H E R YO U W I S H TO U N C OV E R T H E F R E S H E S T LO CA L P RO D U C E O R T H E E C L E C T I C A RT A N D C RA F T O F O U R LO CA LS , T H E R E I S A M A R K E T TO S U I T E V E RYO N E ’ S N E E D .

F O RES H O RE MARKET A N D T H E A RT I S T MARKET I N T H E VI N ES

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G R E AT E R P O RT M AC Q UA R I E

M A R K E T S EVERY THURSDAY

Kendall Bazaar and The Meeting Place 9:00am to 2:00pm.

Kendall Community Centre,19 Comboyne Street Kendall.

EVERY SUNDAY

Port Macquarie Art Society Market Bazaar 8:00am to 1:00pm Hamilton House, 198 Hastings River Drive, Port Macquarie.

FIRST SATURDAY

The Foreshore Market - 8:00am to 1:00pm.

(Port Macquarie Hastings Farmers & Artists) Westport Park, Corner Buller and Park Streets, Port Macquarie.

SECOND SUNDAY

Port Macquarie Sunday Markets - 8:00am to 1:00pm Westport High School, Findlay Ave, Port Macquarie.

THIRD SATURDAY

Uniting Church Markets – 8:00am to 11:00am Uniting Church, Corner Oxley Highway and Sherwood Rd, Port Macquarie.

St James Cottage Crafts – 9:30am to 2:00pm Opposite the Blue Poles Cafe and Gallery, Byabarra.

Wauchope Community Markets and Arts Bazaar 8:00am to 1:00pm Uniting Church, Hastings Street, Wauchope.

Laurieton Riverwalk Market – 8:00am to 1:00pm Corner Tunis and Short Streets, Laurieton.

Mums and Bubs Market - 8:00am to 12:00pm Quarterly - Mar, June, Sept, Dec St Paul’s High School, Ocean Drive, Port Macquarie.

Hastings Masonic Markets - 8:00am to 1:00pm Masonic Hall, Cnr Grant & Burrawan Sts, Port Macquarie.

FIRST SUNDAY

Kendall Showground Markets – 8:00am to 1:00pm Kendall Showground, Batar Creek Road, Kendall.

THIRD SUNDAY

FOURTH SATURDAY

Wauchope Hastings Farmers’ Markets 8:00am to 12:00pm Wauchope Showground, High Street, Wauchope.

FOURTH SUNDAY

Port Macquarie Sunday Markets – 8:00am to 1:00pm Westport High School, Findlay Ave, Port Macquarie.

The Artists Markets in the Vines - 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Cassegrain Winery, 764 Fernbank Creek Rd, Port Macquarie.

SECOND SATURDAY

John’s River Country Markets – 9:00am to 1:30pm Johns River Community Hall and Recreation Reserve, Johns River Rd.

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S O M E O F N S W ’ S M O S T B E LOV E D S TAT E F O R E S TS A R E LO CAT E D I N G R E AT E R P O RT M AC Q UA R I E .

NSW State forests are unique in providing free-to-use picnic and camping areas, lookouts & walking tracks, whilst also allowing you to indulge in your favourite leisure activity - be it mountain-biking, trail-biking, horse-riding or 4WDing. It’s all possible in your local State Forest.

B U R RAWA N S TAT E F O R E S T

FORESTS

K E R E WO N G S TAT E F O R E S T

Courtesy of Forestry Corporation of NSW

State

Just 10km south of Wauchope, via Bago and Internal Break Roads, is the ‘Old Bottlebutt’ – a huge Red Bloodwood with an enormous flanged base. Visitors can relax at the sheltered picnic area before heading off on the 600m loop rainforest walking track to view this magnificent old tree.

A short drive from Kew, offers campers and daytrippers a place to play and stay at Swans Crossing.

The nearby shallows of Upsalls Creek provide a cool, quiet swimming spot. The historical Longworth’s Tramway Heritage Walk is only a short drive away, with connecting bushwalking trails offering even more for the nature lover.

B E L LA N G RY S TAT E F O R E S T

O L D B OT T L E B U T T AT B U R RAWA N S TAT E F O R E S T

F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N O N T H E S E A N D OT H E R S TAT E F O R E S T AT T RAC T I O N S , G O TO :

twitter.com/visitnswforests facebook.com/forestplayground #visitnswforests www. forestrycorporation.com.au/visiting

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The gateway to the rolling mountains of Greater Port Macquarie. The No. 1 Tower picnic area and lookout is a popular day-use area for those looking for a scenic rest-stop. The lookout offers magnificent views of the Wilson River catchment to the north, south, towards the coastline and over Port Macquarie.

M O U N T B O S S S TAT E F O R E S T

Is the local’s secret spot! Accessed via Wauchope (take Hastings Forest Way, then Cobrabald Road at Five Ways Junction). Wild Bull camping area offers BBQ facilities, picnic shelters and a deep, cool waterhole just perfect for a summer dip – it’s also home to catfish! Further down river, the Bluff picnic area features interesting rock formations and swimming holes within a quiet, secluded environment.

Day Trips IT IN E R A R IE S

G R E AT E R P O RT M AC Q UA R I E H AS A RA N G E O F DAY T R I P S TO S U I T T H E FA M I LY, A G RO U P O F F R I E N D S O R S O LO T RAV E L L E R . TA K E A L E I S U R E LY D R I V E TO WAU C H O P E - T H E T I M B E R TOW N , E X P LO R E T E L E G RA P H P O I N T A N D T H E M AG I CA L H I N T E R LA N D , D I S C OV E R H I D D E N G E M S I N T H E CA M D E N H AV E N O R TA K E I N T H E N AT U RA L B E AU T Y O F T H E S TAT E F O R E S TS A N D N AT I O N A L PA R KS .

W E ’ V E TA K E N A L L O F T H E WO R K O U T O F O RG A N I S I N G YO U R H O L I DAY AC T I V I T I E S A N D C R E AT E D DAY T R I P S P LU S T WO A N D T H R E E DAY T H E M E D I T I N E RA R I E S .

Take a food and wine journey of flavour, submerge yourself in culture and heritage, see all the best attractions with the highlights itineraries or discover this playground that is filled with wildlife and nature. It’s all here and ready to enjoy!

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WILSON RIVER PICNIC AREA

Kindee Suspension Bridge

Timbertown

8 TOURIST DRIVE 99km

Bago Winery

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RE G I O NAL MAP

HASTINGS RIVER DRIVE

Airport

Town Beach Oxley Beach Rocky Beach Nobbys Beach Flynns Beach

10 TOURIST DRIVE 49km

Lake Cathie Beach Bartletts Beach P I C K U P YO U R D E TA I L E D S T R E E T M A P F RO M T H E G R E AT E R P O RT M AC Q UA R I E V I S I TO R I N F O R M AT I O N C E N T R E O R

Grants Beach Pilot Beach

T H E I K E W I N F O R M AT I O N AN D C O M M U N ITY C E NT RE

Wash House Beach North Brother Mountain

Crowdy Bay National Park

Dunbogan Beach

8 10 TOURIST DRIVES

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EMERGENCY

Police, Fire, Ambulance 000 Police Station 02 6583 0199 Port Macquarie Base Hospital 02 5524 2000 Port Macquarie Medical and Dental Centre (open after hours and weekends) 02 5526 9999 Wauchope District Memorial Hospital 02 6585 1300 TRANSPORT

1st Class Rentals 1300 668 846 Busways 02 6583 2499 Cruise in Style Airport Transfers 02 6582 5951 Laurieton Taxis 02 6559 9001 Let’s Go Travel 0407 667 524 Port Macquarie Taxis 02 6581 0081 Silver Service Hire Cars 02 6581 0069 Wauchope Taxis 02 6585 2100

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U S E F U L I N F O R M AT I O N Port Internet Hub Short Street (internet cafe - fee applies) Port Macquarie Library Corner of Grant & Gordon Streets (free) Settlement City Shopping Centre Bay Street Port Macquarie (internet kiosk - fee applies) Wauchope Library High Street (free) Free wi-fi is available at many restaurants, cafes and clubs

LAUNDROMATS

Flynns Beach Service Laundry 3/52 Pacific Dr, Port Macquarie Port Plaza Laundrette 1/128 Gordon St, Port Macquarie Willing and Able Laundrette 17 Short St, Port Macquarie Wauchope Laundrette Shop 2/2 Brandston St, Wauchope Camden Haven Laundry Service 1/10 Seymour Street, Laurieton AFTER HOURS

CARAVAN & RV

VET SERVICES

DUMP POINT

Port Macquarie Veterinary Hospital 02 6583 1611

Free waste/water dump site located at Chestnut Road in Port Macquarie and at the iKew Information Centre in Kew. PARKING

Parking throughout the region is free but time limits apply.

For further details on parking contact the Visitor Information Centre.

Eastport Veterinary Hospital (Port Macquarie) 02 6583 5677 Wauchope Vet 0428 851 626 Camvet (Laurieton) 02 6559 9828 VISITOR INFORMATION

PUBLIC POOLS

CENTRES

Kendall Community Pool Orara Street 02 6559 0151

Greater Port Macquarie Visitor Information Centre Glasshouse, Corner Clarence and Hay Streets Port Macquarie 1300 303 155 www.portmacquarieinfo.com.au

INTERNET & WI-FI

Laurieton Memorial Swimming Pool Laurie Street 02 6559 9072

Laurieton Library Laurie Street (free)

Port Macquarie Olympic Pool Gordon Street 02 6583 1635

Port Central Shopping Centre Hay Street Port Macquarie free wifi)

Wauchope Olympic Pool Cameron Street 02 6585 2001 Admission charges apply

iKew Information and Community Centre 133 Nancy Bird Walton Drive, Kew. 02 6559 4400

P O RT M AC Q UA R I E I S T H E 1 0 M I N U T E

G E TT I N G

A R O U N D

TOW N , W H I C H M A K E S G E T T I N G A RO U N D E AS Y A N D R E D U C E S C O S T. T H E A I R P O RT I S A 1 0 M I N U T E D R I V E F RO M T H E TOW N C E N T R E .

Busways operate between the Port Macquarie CBD, shopping centres and beaches and around the region between Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Laurieton and Kendall.

BY FERRY

Port Macquarie is serviced by two ferries linking to the North Shore, providing access to Limeburners Creek Nature Reserve, North Beach and Crescent Head via Maria River Road (gravel road) and Point Plomer Road (4WD access only).

Settlement Point Ferry - located at Settlement Point Road. Operates 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Closed for maintenance between 9.30am and 3.30pm every 4th Wednesday of the month.

Hibbard Ferry - located at Boundary Street off Hastings River Drive. Operates weekdays from 6.30am to 9.50am and 2.45pm to 6.50pm.

Weekends and Public Holidays from 8am to 6.50pm. School Holidays from 6.30am to 6.50pm weekdays and 8am - 6.50pm weekends. Closed for maintenance between 10.00am and 2.45pm every 4th Thursday of the month.

QA N TA S L I N K

VIRGIN AUSTRALIA

T 13 13 13 www.qantas.com

T 13 67 89 www.virginaustralia.com

QantasLink is Australia’s largest regional airline, operating over 2,000 flights per week to a network of 56 metropolitan and regional destinations throughout Australia and Papua New Guinea. QantasLink operate 62 return services between Sydney and Port Macquarie. For more information or to book, visit qantas.com or see your local travel agent.

Virgin Australia are putting the magic back into flying for your holiday with daily direct flights from Brisbane and Sydney to Port Macquarie.

Virgin Australia are pleased to offer guests on these flights a choice of either Business Class or Economy.

*Information correct as at 29 January 2014.

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BY BUS

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ABUNDANCE LIFESTYLE & GARDEN 274 Rawdon Island Rd, Sancrox (Wauchope) 2446 T 6586 0030 F 6586 4462 E sales@abundance.net.au www.abundance.net.au

DINING

Looking to relax in serene lakeside surroundings?

Enjoying scrumptious food? Love plants and gardening? Come out and experience Abundance at Sancrox, located between Wauchope and Port Macquarie. Pamper your taste buds with fair trade coffee, real tea, delicious Abundance cakes and fresh and healthy lunches - served 7 days a week.

Breakfast served on weekends.

1/124 Horton St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 3055 F 6583 3022 Set amid towering palms and dense gardens, Beantree Cafe is the setting for a unique café experience in the heart of the CBD. Open 6 days a week from 7.30am to 3.30pm, the garden backdrop provides an oasis in which to enjoy a hearty breakfast or lunch prepared to order.

Seasonal local produce provides a constantly changing specials menu which is delivered by friendly, efficient staff.

BLACK BOX PIZZA

C A S U A LT I E S E S P R E S S O

Shop 6 & 7 The Port Building, Short St, (opposite Centrelink) Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 9411 www.blackboxpizza.com.au

Cnr Clarence & Murray Sts, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 3375 E casualties@bigpond.com

We offer a large range of pizzas from the classic supreme to our signature dessert pizzas, come in and see what the locals are raving about. Our focus on flavour starts with our freshly made bases and 2nd to none locally sourced ingredients simply the best for today’s pizza lovers. We also offer freshly ground coffee, milkshakes or spoil yourself with the choice of over 30 flavours of premium ice cream.

Hours open daily from 11am – late

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BEANTREE CAFE

A quirky little Espresso Bar on the corner of Clarence and Murray Streets at the old iconic ambulance station site.

We will take you on an extraordinary journey with our coffee and food. So if your looking for that great tasting coffee, Casualties have it. Just ask the locals.

Open every day from 6.30am breakfast and lunch all day.

C U R LY S C A F E

GRIDDLE

Opposite to Timbertown, Shop 5, 17 Nursery Lane Wauchope 2446 T 6585 2505

4/74 Clarence St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 5559 F 6584 7771 E jay@griddlerestaurant.com.au www.griddlerestaurant.com.au

H O G ’ S B R E AT H C A F E 65 Clarence St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 2252 www.hogsbreath.com.au At Hog’s Breath Cafe, we do great steak! It’s 18 hour slow cooked, it’s simply the best steak on the planet! Hog’s Breath has a distinctive style for people who enjoy a casual dining experience and Hog’s Breath Cafe’s lite options menu is great for those that want to leave a little room for dessert.

Hog’s Breath Cafe is open for Lunch & Dinner 7 Days and has been delivering HOG’Spitality to Port Macquarie since 1993. Head to Hog’s Breath Cafe for the best steak on the planet.

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Come in and enjoy the water front views from our newly renovated balcony.

Great food, great service and exclusive wines.

Our extensive menu includes Steaks, Ribs, Pastas and mouth watering Belgian waffles for desserts.

We are located opposite the cruise terminal at the end of Clarence Street.

DINING

CURLY’S Café in Wauchope offers old world charm with new world flavours.

Offering a large selection of meals for breakfast & lunch seven days per week & dinner from 6pm Friday & Saturday nights by booking.

Chef Steve Wolfenden chooses local produce to create a great menu, with meals cooked fresh to order. The menu changes seasonally to ensure fresh quality produce & the café also caters for gluten-free or vegetarian options.

L A K E C AT H I E B OW L I N G & R E C R E AT I O N C L U B LT D 45 Evans St, Lake Cathie 2445 T 6585 5701 F 6585 4429 E lcbowl@bigpond.net.au www.lakecathiebowlingclub.com.au Lakeview Bistro: Lunch 12 - 2pm Tuesday to Sunday. Dinner 6 - 8pm Wednesday to Sunday $9.50 lunch meal deals daily.

2 for 1 selected menu every Thursday night.

Chef specials on every other night.

Kids menu come with a juice and ice block.

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LAURIETON UNITED SERVICES CLUB 2 Seymour St, Laurieton 2443 T 6559 9110 F 6559 9336 E office@laurietonclub.com.au www.laurietonclub.com.au

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LITTLE FISH CAFE Innes Lake Vineyards, The Ruins Way, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 1332 F 6584 5101 E wineandine@littlefishcafe.com.au www.littlefishcafe.com.au

Dine with us in the Boardwalk Bistro for superb dining facilites at affordable prices in a relaxed atmosphere for you to catch up with family & friends for lunch or dinner. Great lunch specials are on every day of the week, as well as dinner specials every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday nights. Open 7 days Lunch from noon - Dinner from 6.00pm

Little Fish Café is something to behold overlooking the lush vineyards of the Innes Lake Estate. The blending of a cellar door with a restaurant enables patrons to enjoy the best of both worlds that food and wine has too offer. With a menu that changes seasonally, the range of food includes seafood, chicken, beef and vegetarian dishes.

Cellar door open 10am-4pm, 7 days. Café open for morning tea, lunch from 11.30am-2.30pm.

LV ’ S O N C L A R E N C E

MISS NELLIE’S CAFE

1/74 Clarence St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 9210 E lvsonclarence@gmail.com www.lvsonclarence.com.au

33 River St, Kendall 2439 T 6559 0085 E info@missnellies.com.au www.missnelliescafe.com.au

LV’s on Clarence offers casual café dining with water views of the Hastings. Chef Todd Richardson sources top quality ingredients and fresh produce to craft a menu of modern Australian cuisine.

Breads, pastries & cakes are baked on premises.

The café serves Paul Bassett espresso, developed

by World barista champion Paul Bassett. Take a look at the local artworks which decorate the walls and are available for purchase.

Located in Kendall, where the beaches meet the lush scenic valleys of the hinterland, Miss Nellie’s Cafe is a modern-yet-classic haven for all. Defying the country cafe trend, Miss Nellie’s decor and vibe is modern with a retro twist and guests are welcomed with a friendly smile.

Browse the shelves and take home some local goodies and gourmet gifts.Open 9am-4pm, 6 days a week (closed Wednesday)

N O R T H H AV E N B O W L I N G A N D R E C R E AT I O N C L U B

9 McInherney Cl, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 0841 E info@mykonos-tavern.com.au www.mykonos-tavern.com.au

1 Woodford Rd, North Haven 2443 T 6559 9150 F 6559 7286 E contact@nhbrc.com.au www.nhbrc.com.au

Mykonos Tavern is Absolute Waterfront Dining with taste sensations from around the Mediterranean.

Its perfect for a romantic dinner for 2 or a party of 50 catering for weddings and corporate functions with a stunning backdrop of the Hastings River.

Fresh ingredients are sourced daily and Chef Sam can cater for any special needs. Meet @ Mykonos and enjoy excellent service, amazing food and watch the sunset over the river. Under new management.

Based in the beautiful Camden Haven, overlooking the river and just 2km from the beach. A short 20 minute drive from Port Macquarie and 2 hours north of Newcastle it is a perfect holiday destination. The club offers fabulous facilities, dining, entertainment, three first class bowling greens plus club owned & operated motel / apartment accommodation.

OASIS BY THE RIVER C A F E R E S TA U R A N T

ON THE EDGE W AT E R F R O N T R E S TA U R A N T

613 Ocean Dr, North Haven 2443 T 6559 6918 E oasisbytheriver@hotmail.com

1 Buller St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 2955 F 6583 7398 E reservations@watersedgepm.com.au www.watersedgepm.com.au

Restaurant owner and multi-award winning Chef, Brendon Lynch and his team showcase the absolute best local, seasonal and fresh produce our region has to offer. Enjoy gourmet breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner in a beautiful river front location. Fully licensed, including a great range of local wines and boutique beers. Featured in 100 Dishes of the Pacific Coast book. Awarded Certified Australian Angus Beef ‘Provincial Restaurant of the Year’ 2013.

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DINING

MYKONOS M E D I T E R R A N E A N TAV E R N

Waters Edge Port Macquarie provides On The Edge Restaurant for your dining pleasure. On The Edge Restaurant offers affordable dining in a relaxed family environment just feet away from the Hastings River. Stop by and try our delicious new menu created by our new head chef with use of Port Macquarie’s fresh local produce.

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PA N C A K E P L AC E

PA N T H E R S

Cnr Clarence & Hay Sts, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 4544 www.pancakeplace.com.au

1 Bay St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6580 2300 E portpanthers@panthers.com.au www.portmacquarie.panthers.com.au

For over 20 years, the Pancake Place has been serving wonderful meals and mouth watering desserts.

The Pancake Place offers choices for all age groups, and the kids corner is a hit for all families holidaying in this beautiful region.

If you only have one day in Port Macquarie, you must visit the Pancake Place.

Open Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Port Macquarie Panthers is a family friendly Club, overlooking the Hastings River. Whether you are living or holidaying in the area, or simply passing through, stop in and see what’s on offer. Be sure to taste our delicious meals in the Bay Street Brassiere, or relax with cake and coffee in Cafe Paws. With a kids play area and a courtesy bus, Panthers is truly a world of entertainment.

DINING PORT MACQUARIE CITY BOWLING CLUB 4 Owen St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 1133 F 6583 1461 E reception@portcity.com.au www.portcity.com.au Port City Bowling Club offers the ultimate in relaxed family friendly dining, with two sensational food offerings, Ocean Breeze Café and Club Buffet, there is something at Port City to keep absolutely everybody in the family happy! Open seven days a week for lunch & dinner, bookings are recommended contact our friendly team.

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PORT MACQUARIE GOLF CLUB Ocean Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6582 0409 F 6582 2116 E pmgcreception@midcoast.com.au www.portmacquariegolf.com.au Your Port Macquarie visit won’t be complete without stopping by the region’s premier 18 hole championship golf course, home to the Seaside Classic and Better Homes Pro Am. Whilst enjoying our modern clubhouse facilities, Aspire restaurant will cater your needs with their comprehensive menu featuring fresh seafood and other fresh delights. Kids meals available and lunches starting from $9.50. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner.

Boundary St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6570 2337 E portpanthers@panthers.com.au www.portsports.com.au Port Macquarie Panthers Sports Club offers a family friendly Club, with home-style cooked to order meals at Palms Cafe. Whether you are living or holidaying in the area, or simply passing through, stop in and see what’s on offer. We have an outdoor playground for the kids and Hydro Golf and WOW Fun Park are right next door.

Panthers is truly a world of entertainment.

R E S TAU R A N T SY N E R GY Cnr Hay & William Sts, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 0808 E reservations@centrohotel.com.au www.centrohotel.com.au Whether you are planning a romantic dinner for two or an elegant soiree for thirty, you need look no further than Restaurant Synergy and Bar located on level one of the Mercure Centro Hotel. Seasonal dinner menus feature internationally and locally inspired dishes which take full advantage of the fresh local produce. Restaurant Synergy serves breakfast and dinner 7 days a week and offers benefits for Accor Advantage Plus members.

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Q U AY L I M E C A F E + B A R Shop 9, 18 Park St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 4039 E quaylimecafe@gmail.com www.quaylimecafe.com Situated in the heart of Port Macquarie’s marina, Quay Lime offers a relaxed dining experience, boasting locally sourced produce and fresh coffee.

Open Tues - Sun from 8am for breakfast & lunch, open for dinner Tues - Sat. Take a look at our Loft bar with a selection of decadent desserts on offer as well as local beer and wine. Not up for a night out? Then call in to our Roller Door for takeaway fish & chips open 6 days.

DINING

PORT MACQUARIE PA N T H E R S S P O RT S

SPINNAKERS R E S TAU R A N T & B A R 20 Park St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6589 5200 F 6584 0397 E reservations@sailsresort.com.au www.sailsresort.com.au Rediscover the marina and experience all that coastal Port Macquarie has to offer. Relax on the deck enjoying fine fresh seafood and succulent Asian influenced dishes. The perfect spot to escape the hustle of the CBD and simply soak up the majestic view. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days - an idyllic retreat for locals, visiting family and friends.

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SURFSIDE CAFE 53 Matthew Flinders Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6582 3608 E surfsidecafe@hotmail.com.au

DINING

Set at Lighthouse Beach, Surfside Café is a great way to relax and enjoy fabulous views of Tacking Point Lighthouse and the beachfront, whilst enjoying fresh, locally roasted barista made coffee or a delicious meal.

Offering a great range of meals; from the legendary big breakfast and bacon and egg rolls to homemade burgers, fish and chips, fresh wraps and sandwiches.

We offer home baked muffins, cakes, ice-creams, soft drinks and slushies. Best of all kids and pets are welcome to this iconic piece of paradise.

THE CORNER R E S TAU R A N T C A F E 11 Clarence St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 3300 F 6583 8788 E thecorner@mwaters.com.au www.cornerrestaurant.com.au The multi award winning Corner Restaurant offers a sophisticated and contemporary vibe with a menu driven by seasonal produce, the freshest ingredients and passionate minds. When it comes to eating out in Port Macquarie, the Corner is unsurpassed and offers a menu comprising the best locally harvested seafood, meats and other seasonal fare from around NSW. Free wireless internet and large alfresco area.

Open for breakfast and lunch 7 days from 7am and dinner Monday-Saturday.

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THE APPLETREE SOUL FOOD CAFE 1/3 The Parade, North Haven 2443 T 6559 5538 E theappletreesoulfoodcafe@gmail.com Located on the banks of the Camden Haven River, our cafe has a welcoming and family friendly atmosphere.

Eat fresh, wholesome, simply yummy food, energising organic fair-trade coffee, tonic teas and local organic breads. We have an array of slices, sweets, cakes, tarts, soups, gluten free options, cold-pressed juices and takeaway coffee. Open for breakfast and lunch Tuesday to Friday 7am - 3:30pm, Saturday and Sunday 8am 4pm. Closed Mondays. Find us on Facebook.

THE LIVING ROOM 87 High St, Wauchope 2446 T 6586 0032 E natfll@hotmail.com The Living Room, Cafe & Yoga Studio will have you glowing from the inside out! 100% raw, certified organic, vegan, gluten, dairy and sugar free treats that are delicious on your lips but won’t go to your hips.

We source fresh ingredients locally wherever possible and many are home grown on surrounding farms, these wholesome goods are then lovingly baked into existence. Café Open: Monday to Friday: 8am - 3pm, Saturday: 8:30am - 2pm and Sunday: 9am - 1pm.

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THE RAINFOREST CAFE

168 Settlement Point Rd Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 2020 www.thepointportmacquarie.com The Point Port Macquarie is the city’s newest restaurant and cafe, open 7 days for breakfast and lunch, with dinner on Monday evenings and Wednesday through Saturday. Located right on the water, The Point’s unique location offers beautiful views overlooking the Hastings River to take in while dining on a selection of thoughtfully created dishes such as our savoury Lamb Shank or Grilled Barramundi, or simply enjoy a cup of locally roasted coffee and indulge in our wide range of hand crafted cakes. Groups and functions also welcome.

Sea Acres Rainforest Centre, Pacific Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6582 4444 E enquiries@rainforestcafe.com.au www.rainforestcafe.com.au The Rainforest Cafe is tucked away in the beautiful setting of the Sea Acres Rainforest Centre. While being serenaded by the soothing sounds of nature, relax and unwind while French chef Jean-Louis Tostivint and his team, prepares delicious, fresh food for you, all with a local influence. A French influence can also be seen in our daily specials and our home-made cakes and desserts. Enjoying a meal or drink whilst surrounded by rainforest becomes a special treat.

THE STUNNED MULLET

THE WESTPORT CLUB

12 William St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 7757 E info@thestunnedmullet.com.au www.thestunnedmullet.com.au

25 Buller St Port Macquarie NSW 2444 T 6583 1499 F 6583 6969 E enquiries@westportclub.com.au www.westportclub.com.au

Over looking Town Beach, our hatted restaurant provides the perfect beachfront setting to experience award winning dining excellence. When it comes to dining, the pairing of delicious food with magnificent wine is a top priority for the award winning team at The Stunned Mullet. For over 10 years we have been inspiring diners with a menu that has been created with an emphasis on premium quality ingredients.

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DINING

THE POINT PORT MACQUARIE

Any time of the year is the perfect time to enjoy the kaleidoscope of colours featured within the crystal clear waters of the Hastings River. Our location is truly breathtaking and AQUA, our casual dining restaurant, is the perfect location to Relax and enjoy quality fresh food incorporating local produce and made with passion from our chefs. AQUA gives you the choice of multi-course offerings with modern a la carte dishes, chef’s creative specials and popular old favourites.

AQUA is open 7 days for lunch and dinner.

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TOWN GREEN INN

V I L L A G E C A F E R E S TA U R A N T

4 Horton St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6580 7899 www.towngreeninn.com.au

140 Matthew Flinders Drive, Lighthouse Beach, Port Macquarie 2444 T 02 6582 5888 E villagecafeportmacquarie@gmail.com www.thevillagecafe.com.au

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Visit award winning Town Green Inn. Voted People’s Choice for best business in the Greater Port Macquarie Business Awards, and a winner of “2 Schooners” Sydney Morning Herald Good Pub Food Guide 2013. Located in the heart of Port Macquarie, enjoying views over the Town Green & Hastings River, TG’s offers its guests a contemporary, comfortable & relaxed experience. A delicious meal, a relaxing coffee or drinks, TGs has something to offer everyone. $15.00 Lunch specials daily.

WAU C H O P E CO U N T RY C L U B 24 King St, Wauchope 2446 T 6585 3020 F 6585 1680 E admin@wauchopecountryclub.com.au www.wauchopecountryclub.com.au The Home of Golf, Bowls and Country Hospitality in the centre of town. Just a stroll from the CBD and local accomodation. We invite you to visit us and enjoy a round of golf, barefoot bowls or just sample a meal from our Bistro, HOOK n’ SLICE while here. You will also want to sample one of our many selections of beers and our great selection of Wild Oats wines while you take in the view.

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Village Port Macquarie can seat up to 80 (up to 100 for finger-food only) and can be privately booked with 50 or more people. Village Cafe Restaurant in Port Macquarie is nestled amongst the trees at the Lighthouse Beach Holiday Village. With the leafy backdrop and large alfresco area, the venue is perfect for long lunches in spring and summer. In autumn and winter we have a cosy fire indoors, so come and enjoy our homemade soups next to the fire on those cold evenings.

WHALEBONE WHARF S E A F O O D R E S TAU R A N T 269 Hastings River Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 2334 F 6583 2334 E whalebonewharf@live.com.au www.whalebonewharf.com.au Whalebone Wharfs management and staff strive to make every visit a memorable one, to showcase and support local products such as fresh fruit and vegetables from our local farmers, give a taste of our local wines and beverages produced in our area, to allow the fresh taste of our plump local oysters and our eastern rock lobster from our local fishers.

WO R L D PA R -T E A

1/26 Clarence St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 6825 E winkysonclarence@gmail.com

Shop 22/35 Merrigal Rd, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 4833 E sales@worldpartea.com www.worldpartea.com.au

Winky’s on Clarence is an iconic family business operating for 28 years in the heart of Port Macquarie on the corner of Clarence & Hay Sts. Famous for our Big Breakfast and old fashioned family style meals, from savoury mince, pancakes, toasties and delicious Chicken or Steak burgers. Roast Chicken & salads for both Dine in or Take away. We also offer quality Grinders coffee with a selection of cakes.

Open 7 days from 7am including public holidays (exp Christmas & Boxing day). Catering also available.

The ‘HIDDEN GEM’ of Port Macquarie! Quirky but funky Tea Shop with 180 hand blended loose leaf teas & unique teaware. Walk right next door and experience our beautiful Tea Rooms with lace tablecloths and fine bone china.. your welcome to indulge in a light lunch, morning or afternoon tea.

Our specialty is High Tea (bookings essential).

Groups & buses welcome.

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WINKY’S ON CLARENCE

ZEBU BAR + GRILL 1 Hay St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6589 2822 F 6589 2820 E info@zebu.com.au www.zebu.com.au Zebu’s iconic waterfront location is the perfect spot to sip on a cocktail, enjoy live music and watch the world go by, have a sun drenched breakfast, a leisurely lunch or meet friends for a drink after work till late. Zebu has a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere that makes it a favourite with locals and visitors.

Go from the beach to the bar at Port’s most loved meeting place. Open 7 days from 6:30am till late.

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ANGLICAN CHURCH PORT MACQUARIE

BAGO 4WD ADVENTURES

50 Hay St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 1033 F 6584 1031 E office@pmqang.org

T 0417 060 953 E admin@portmacquarietraveltours.com.au www.portmacquarietraveltours.com.au

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St Thomas’ Church 1824-28.

Sundays 8am Worship in the church, 10am in the hall. Tuesdays 5.15pm Healing Service in the church. Wednesdays 11am Worship in the Chapel.

The church is also open for inspection on weekdays from 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm. Trinity Chapel is situated in St Columba Anglican School and meets on Sundays at 10am for relaxed family style worship.

BAGO MAZE @ B A G O V I N E YA R D S Milligans Rd off Bago Rd Wauchope NSW 2446 T 6585 7099 E info@bagovineyards.com.au W www.bagovineyards.com.au Come lose yourself in the largest hedge maze in NSW - the Bago Maze @ Bago Vineyards. Make your way through the winding paths, and take on the challenge to not only find your way out, but also to find the items hidden deep within the Bago Maze.

While you’re here, taste a range of our wines or enjoy a local cheese plate out on the pergola.

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The Hastings region hides the most remarkable hinterland region on the east coast, abounding with secretive wildlife as well as stunning views of valley and escarpment. Bago 4WD Adventures invite you to join us for our 4 hour Bago Birdcall Breakfast, as we explore the Hastings most prominent landmark, the ominous Bago Bluff.

Why not enquire about our Beach Safaris or we can customize a tour for you.

B E L L R OWA N VA L L E Y HORSE RIDING Crows Rd, Beechwood via Wauchope 2446 T 6587 5227 E ride@bellrowanvalley.com.au www.bellrowanvalley.com.au Established over 10 years with over 30,000 visitors, come and see why Multi Award winning Bellrowan Valley is #1 in Adventure Tourism and Family Fun. In stunning hinterland experience Daily Trail Rides (4WD transfers, tuition, 1hr or 2hr trail ride, fresh damper), 2 Day Pub Ride, Overnight Packages, 3 & 5 Day Treks. Beginners to experienced riders well catered for. Healthy proven horses, friendly professional operators and guides. “Horses are our love and giving our visitors a great experience is our passion!”

61 Billabong Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6585 1060 F 6585 1260 E info@billabongkoala.com.au www.billabongkoala.com.au Billabong is considered one of NSW’s premier private zoos and features a wide variety of native and exotic animals including koalas, kangaroos, monkeys, monster croc, endangered snow leopards, red pandas, little penguins and much more. Regular keeper presentations allow hands-on animal interaction. With easy access and parking, a zoo cafe with extensive gift shop Billabong has something to offer everyone. Billabong is not just a tourist attraction – it’s a wild experience.

C E N T R E O F G R AV I T Y INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING & DA R K Z O N E L A S E R TAG 52 Jindalee Rd, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 3899 E centreofgravity@ymail.com www.centreofgravity.com.au Port Macquarie’s Best Indoor Adventure Centre. If value for money, excitement, family fun, adrenalin pumping action and a day to remember sound like what you’re after, then a visit to Centre of Gravity is a MUST DO. We have a double story laser tag arena and the biggest and best climbing centre between Sydney and Brisbane.

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C A S TAWAY E S T U A RY FISHING CHARTERS Port Macquarie 2444 T 0427 239 650 E castawayestuarycharters@bigpond.com www.castawayfishing.com.au Castaway Estuary Fishing Charters is the only charter that specialises in a calm water lure fishing experience. Catering for all ages and levels of experience, Mark from Castaway is keen to share his knowledge and skills of many years fishing locally with soft plastics and hard bodied lures to give you a trip you truly will remember. All you need to bring is your hat and sunglasses.

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COA S TA L S K Y D I V E R S Hanger 12 Abbott Cl, Port Macquarie Airport 2444 T 0428 471227 E jumpportmac@bigpond.com www.coastalskydivers.com Coastal Skydivers has been in Port Macquarie for 15 years. Our team is committed to providing you with an experience that you will never forget. Our company and staff are certified instructors with the Australian Parachute Federation. We provide Tandem jumps from 10,000ft and also the first jump course which is the first step to becoming a skydiver. We operate during the week in the afternoons and also on the weekends.

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COMBOYNE AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED Showground Rd, Comboyne 2429 T 6550 4069 E babsnorthcoast@bigpond.com

36 Main St, Comboyne 2429 T 6550 4069 E babsnorthcoast@bigpond.com

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Comboyne Show held during March over 2 days at Comboyne Showground. Entry fee covers 2 days and shared with Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.

Children under 16 free. First day - Pavilions local products /skills, Poultry & Dog Shows. Feral Goats Races are main attraction with Calcutta on every race. RSPCA approved. Second day Equestrian.

The Comboyne Community Centre was opened in 2004. It serves the community and visitors as an Information Centre, a Library and is a Centrelink/ Medicare Access Point. Internet Access is available, and we have a visiting Doctor and Hairdresser. The Centre is stocked with Art and Craft made by our talented locals and we are an outlet for Baba Lilla Chocolates and Comboyne Culture Cheese, both locally made. Open 7 days.

COMBOYNE VILLAGE FAIR

CRUISE ADVENTURES

Comboyne St, Comboyne 2429 T 6550 4069 E babsnorthcoast@bigpond.com

Short St Wharf, (north end of Short St) Port Macquarie 2444 T 0414 897444 E info@cruiseadventures.com.au www.cruiseadventures.com.au

The Comboyne Village Fair is held on the 2nd Sunday in September each year. It is a major attraction in the Port Macquarie hinterland, and its emphasis on a Community Hall filled with outstanding flower displays draws people from far and wide each year. Add to this the mountain experience of country hospitality, cooking and good clean air, in amongst lush mountain scenery and you have something special to visit.

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COMBOYNE COMMUNITY CENTRE

Go where no other cruise boats go. 4 cruise boats. 6 eco cruises covering 100km of majestic waterways- National park cruise, buffet lunch, $10 sunset cruise, dolphins, fast sports RIB rides along the coast or river for all ages. Coastal reef & river fishing trips daily. Ports most experienced whale watching (May to November).

Mention this magazine when booking with your credit card for a special magazine offer.

60 Jolly Nose Dr, Bonny Hills 2445 T 6585 4035 E crystpot@bigpond.net.au www.mypots.com.au Rod Page has been supplying galleries throughout Australia for the last 29 years and now his gallery is open to the public.

Rod’s unique pieces look like they are made of sapphires or diamonds. Vases, platters, lamps, water filters as well as tiles and vanity basins in a wide range of colours.

Visit Rod’s studio and see how the clay is transformed into an elegant piece of art.

D I A M O N D WAT E R S G A R D E N NURSERY & TREEHOUSE R E T R E AT 128 Diamond Head Rd, Via Laurieton, Laurieton 2443 T 6559 8328 E stay@diamondwaters.com.au www.diamondwaters.com.au Visit the award winning Nursery and Treehouses to see why visitors claim ‘it is beautiful here’. Gain inspiration for your garden. Great prices on unique plants, garden accessories and relaxing coffee bar. On the road to Diamond Head the nursery is a wonderful stopover between the scenic walks and beaches on offer in the Camden Haven. One kilometre from Laurieton.

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DEEP END FISHING CHARTERS Port Macquarie Marina, 18 Park St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 0499 044 458 E deependfishingcharters@yahoo.com.au www.deependfishingcharters.com Enjoy an off-shore reef fishing trip or head out deep sea aboard MV Gunbarrel. You’ll be supported by local fishing experts with fishing gear, bait, licenses, refreshments & fish cleaning provided. Catering for all skill levels & with a maximum of six persons per trip, you’ll experience a fantastic day on the water with personalised service & plenty of space to fish. Call now for bookings!

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D O U G L AS VA L E H I S TO R I C H O M E S T E A D & V I N E YA R D 235 Oxley Hwy, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 3792 E douglasvale1@bigpond.com www.douglasvale.com.au The only not-for-profit winery in Australia. The oldest timber Homestead in the Hastings & the last remaining fabric of the wine industry of the1800’s.

Reproducing wine from the original “Isabella” grape & other varieties. The homestead & curtilage are classified by the National Trust of Australia.

Tours & Tastings 10am to 3pm Wed, Sat, Sun.

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D U N B O G A N B OAT S H E D 46 The Boulevarde, Dunbogan 2443 T 6559 9713 E askus@dunboganboatshed.com www.dunboganboatshed.com

Emerald Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6582 6120 E emeralddowns@bigpond.com www.emeralddowns.com.au

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Nestled on the banks of the Camden Haven River, built in the1940’s, it carries the charm of an old boatshed with some new touches – coffee & treats, large range of bait & tackle, as well as kayak, paddleboard, tinny & BBQ boat hire. Enjoy coffee on the deck while feeding the fish with the backdrop of North Brother mountain… breathtaking! Best way to experience the water is by kayak or boat, for the keen fishermen & those who just want to explore.

Emerald Downs is a prestigious residential Golf Course Estate, situated south of Port Macquarie near Lighthouse Beach, and consists of over 800 residential lots wrapped around an 18 hole public golf course, which is open for social play every day. Emerald Downs Golf Course offers players a unique experience to play alongside koalas, kangaroos, and a wide variety of native wild life in their natural environment.

GLASSHOUSE PORT MACQUARIE

H A B I TAT A N T I Q U E S AND GALLERY

Cnr Clarence & Hay Sts, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 8888 F 6581 8107 E info@glasshouse.org.au www.glasshouse.org.au

19 Central Rd, (Opposite Motor Registry) Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 1644

No visit to Port Macquarie is complete without a trip to the Glasshouse - the region’s iconic arts, cultural and entertainment centre. Home to a spectacular regional art gallery, theatre, interactive heritage displays, visitor information centre and a unique souvenir gift shop, the Glasshouse offers a myriad of inspiration and experiences for everyone.

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HABITAT ANTIQUES and Gallery features two large and wondrous floor areas of Australia’s most quirky, unusual & unique antiques, furniture, bric-abrac, collectables, contemporary artworks (Nolan, Whiteley, Coburn, Olsen etc) & original Norman Lindsay works. As one of the largest antique stores in Eastern Australia you will need some time to explore this endless treasure trove of amazing, eclectic & unusual items. Superb! Open Monday - Friday 10.15am - 4pm, Saturday 10.15am - 2pm

H AS T I N G S VA L L E Y HELICOPTERS

1A Murray St, Port Macquarie 2444 www.hastingsvalleyart.net.au

Airport Hangar 12, Port Macquarie 2444 T 0413 134777 E info@hastingsvalleyhelicopters.com.au www.hastingsvalleyhelicopters.com.au

The Hastings Valley Fine Art Gallery features an eclectic exhibition of original artworks by member artists of the Hastings Valley Fine Art Association.

Paintings in all media, framed and unframed, drawings, sculpture, jewellery and gift cards. All artworks are for sale at reasonable prices.Open 10am to 4pm Thursday to Sunday as well as public holidays. For more information visit www.hastingsvalleyart.net.au

HELLO KOALAS SCULPTURE TRAIL Greater Port Macquarie M 0428 975 650 E info@hellokoalas.com www.hellokoalas.com Coming in September 2014! 50 large-scale koala sculptures, manufactured in fibreglass and hand-painted and decorated by celebrity artists, professional artists and community groups, will dot the landscape from the mountains to the sea to create an official Hello Koalas Sculpture Trail. Hello Koalas is a bold, ambitious and imaginative sculpture project, which celebrates one of Australia’s iconic animals – the Koala. Get ready to say HELLO to HELLO KOALAS! Designs by Artists (left to right) Rebekah Brown, David Pride, Francessca O’Donnell, Suzanne Pride.

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Hastings Valley Helicopters, for an unrestricted bird’s-eye view of our local area.

• Scenic tours • Charter services • Photography • Critical logistics • Weddings & special events

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HIGH ADVENTURE PA R AG L I D I N G 3 Mill St, Laurieton 2443 T 0429 844961 E learn@highadventure.com.au www.highadventure.com.au Discover the sensation of what its like to fly like a bird in a Tandem Paraglider. This is an ideal way to see if you like the sport, or just want to experience a flight under the full guidance with some of Australia’s most experienced pilots.

We fly from several locations in the Port Macquarie and Laurieton area, flying high over coastal headlands. You are guaranteed to fly like the eagles!

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HYDRO GOLF AND PUTT PUTT

JETFIGHTER

Boundary Rd, (near Airport), Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 3200 E info@hydrogolf.com.au www.hydrogolf.com.au

Hangar 14, Abbotts Cl, Port Macquarie 2444 T 1300 727 700 E broni@jetfighter.com.au www.jetfighter.com.au

Beautiful water setting with various floating targets.

Win daily cash jackpots and prizes. Prizes include river cruises, dinner vouchers and much more. We provide golf clubs & all the balls for you to hit to your heart’s content! 27-HOLE PUTT PUTT. Water traps, sand bunkers and creative holes make a challenging and fun game for beginner and novice alike. Open 7 days. Family rates & discounts for group bookings, corporate events & school parties.

Strap yourself in for the ultimate ride in an ex-military fighter jet and Albatros L-39C. With Jetfighter you will experience adrenaline at its best as you reach speeds of up to 900 km/h at 5 G’s There are five unique combat missions to choose from starting from the Intro Jet Mission at 15 Minutes, Hot Shot Mission 25 minutes, Top Gun Mission 30 minutes, Combat strike mission 35 minutes and Dog Fight 35 minutes.

J O R DA N ’ S B OAT I N G CENTRE AND H O L I D AY PA R K

J U M B O S P L AY L A N D

11 Mcinherney Cl, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 1005 F 6583 1005 E markjordan@c2a.com.au www.jordans.com.au Established since 1962, the Jordan family welcomes you to experience their water sports facilities. BBQ boats and canopy fishing boating are available for hire. Sailboarding, paddle boarding and kayak, all with expert tuition, is available at Jordan’s 7 days a week, you just need to phone ahead for bookings and advice on the water conditions.

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17 Merrigal Rd, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 0909 E admin@jumbosplayland.com.au www.jumbosplayland.com.au Jumbos Playland is where kids say “WOW… great fun!” and Parents say “WOW great food and real coffee!”

Our huge, six metre high maze, with all the slides, swings and gizmos is a hit with kids plus the six and half metre bouncy slide. We keep the toddlers separate and give them a big ball pit to play in, a push car racetrack, toddler PCS, play panels and a cute tiny town.

River end Clarence St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 3058 F 6584 2866 E cruises@cruiseterminal.com.au www.cruiseterminal.com.au Come & enjoy our fantastic boats -The Chinese Junk or Port Venture Cruises. We have Dolphin spotting all year round. Morning & Afternoon teas and Lunches & Sunset and group cruises. Free Boom Net rides. Let our friendly, experienced staff give you a great time on the water. Better book!

KOA L A H O S P I TA L Roto House Historic Site, Lord St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 1522 E info@koalahospital.org.au www.koalahospital.org.au The Koala Hospital is open 365 days a year and visitors are welcome at all times during the day, however a “Feed, Walk and Talk” tour is conducted every afternoon at 3.00 p.m.

This guided tour travels around the outside of the rehabilitation yards where a volunteer gives an informative discussion of why each koala patient has come into the hospital and the outcome for the koala. Admission Free

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KEW COUNTRY CLUB 185 Kendall Rd, Kew 2439 T 6559 4203 F 6559 4672 E dmerryfull@laurietonclub.com.au www.kewcountryclub.com.au Come & enjoy this fine 18 Hole Golf Course & our Bowling Greens. Social golf & bowls is available every day for all players. Golf clubs, buggies & carts are available for hire from our Pro Shop run by Golf Professional Luke Garel. Social 9 Holes of golf only $16 & social bowls only $7. After your game enjoy all the facitlies of the air-conditioned club. Fairways Bistro is open Tuesday to Sunday 9.30am; Friday 5.30pm - 8.30pm

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LITTLE FROGWOOD GALLERY 5 Cross St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 9497 M 0478 640 686 E franbarratt@westnet.com.au www.franbarratt.com Just 300 mtr from Port Macquarie’s Coastal Walk or a 5 min. drive from town, Little Frogwood Studio/Gallery showcases handmade sculptures by Steve McGrath & contemporary paintings by Fran Barratt. Like pages in a picture book Fran’s paintings are symbolic narratives based on her lived experience in Port Macquarie’s coastal environment, whilst Steve specialises in garden lamps, frog ponds, bas reliefs & his very popular, often humourous, always quirky terracotta sculptures.

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MAJESTIC CINEMAS Cnr Clarence and Horton Sts, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 8400 www.majesticcinemas.com.au

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MID NORTH COAST MARITIME MUSEUM INC 2-6 William St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 1866 E mncmminc@exemail.com.au

Majestic Cinemas Port Macquarie is located directly opposite Town Green in the Ritz Centre at the heart of the entertainment and dining precinct.The Cinema offers the latest blockbuster films plus a range of independent, foreign and arthouse films all year round. Majestic Cinemas has a dynamic relationship with the local community playing host to a number of community events including film festivals, corporate bookings and private events.

Consists of two Heritage Listed cottages dating back to the 1890’s. Eleven rooms of displays, artefacts and memorabilia. Open 7 days 10am - 4pm. Wheelchair access. Easy parking at the door. Opposite Town Beach. Family entry $12 or Adults $5ea. Large range of souvenirs & Maritime publications. Pilot Boat Shed in Clarence Street Open 7 days 10am -2pm Free Entry.

MID NORTH COAST PA I N T BA L L

PORT MACQUARIE FISHING CHARTERS

4 Bill Hill Rd, Telegraph Point 2441 T 1300 822 222 E info@midnorthcoastpaintball.com.au www.midnorthcoastpaintball.com.au

74 Clarence St, (Town Wharf) Port Macquarie 2444 T 0416 240877 E portmacquariefishingcharters@gmail.com www.portmacquariefishingcharters.com.au

Mid-North Coast Paintball runs Australia’s premier paintball fields. We pride ourselves in providing a fantastic days entertainment with a huge variety of games and great new fields at both our locations in Port Macquarie and Old Bar. Paintball is a safe and fun activity for all ages and our experienced and helpful staff will ensure you have a great day. You’re in good hands with MIDNORTH COAST PAINTBALL!

Welcome to Port Macquarie Fishing Charters.

Fish Port Macquarie with Port’s most experienced and successful deep sea fishing charter operators. We look forward to welcoming you aboard the Ocean Star, a 40ft custom Randel.

To book a great day on the water just call John on 0416 240 877

PORT MACQUARIE CAMEL SAFARIS Matthew Flinders Dr, Lighthouse Beach, Port Macquarie 2444 T 0437 672 080 or 0415 752 254 E portcamels@gmail.com www.portmacquariecamels.com.au

Rotary Park, Cnr Stewart & Lord Sts Port Macquarie 2444 T 0403 683394 E www.pmobs.org.au A 1½ hour entertaining presentation takes you on a simulated tour of the night sky with spectacular images of astronomical objects together with a 3D look at Mars while the presenter relates amazing stories of astronomical innovation, invention and discovery. Plus an opportunity to look at and hold a metallic meteorite. Weather permitting the evening begins and ends with a look through the telescope.

Take a camel ride along Lighthouse Beach. A fun, educational and memorable experience for the whole family. We operate everyday except Saturday (weather permitting). No EFTPOS, Cash Only. Duration of ride is 30 minutes. Due to many unpredictable factors, we do not take bookings. Come down 1km south of the Tacking Point Surf Club on Lighthouse Beach. Hours of operation are between 9.30am and 1pm.

PORT MACQUARIE GOLF DRIVING RANGE

PORT MACQUARIE H A S T I N G S H E R I TAG E

3 Lindfield Park Rd, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 0925 E info@portmacquariegolfrange.com.au www.portmacquariegolfrange.com.au

Port Macquarie 2444 T 0447 429016 E mitch@pmheritage.com.au www.pmheritage.com.au

Located only 5 minutes from the heart of town.

Fun for the whole family with TARGET GOLF. Great cash and prizes to be won. Open 7 days a week in a wonderful rural setting. Practice your whole golf game from a REAL fairway. Grass Tee (30 spaces).

9 Hole grass putting green. Fully stocked golf shop.

Try before you buy from GRASS. Lessons available.

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Winner of the 2010 North Coast Tourism Award and recognised again in 2011. Offering those interested in an authentic account of Port Macquarie’s convict history the following walking tours: ‘Uncovering Our Past’ - Port Macquarie’s history and archaeology.

‘Grave Tales’ - Port Macquarie’s Historic Cemetery.

Listen to the stories and see how our history is being interpreted and conserved.

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PORT MACQUARIE HISTORICAL MUSEUM

PORT MACQUARIE HORSE RIDING CENTRE

22 Clarence St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 1108 F 6584 7651 E pmmuseum@bigpond.com www.pmhm.org.au

764 Fernbank Creek Rd, Port Macquarie 2444 T 0487 004 483 E info@portmacquariehorseriding.com.au www.portmacquariehorseriding.com.au

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There are lots of things to see and do at the award winning Port Macquarie Historical Museum. Browse themed exhibits across 14 rooms and galleries. Learn about Port Macquarie’s rich and unique history. From the first settlers the Birpai people, British settlement in 1821 as a penal colony through to contemporary times as a tourist resort and sea change town.

Located at Cassegrain Winery, Port Macquarie Horse Riding Centre offers horse riding for all ages and levels of ability. From a casual Trail Ride through the vineyards, bushland and gardens to Private Lessons, Pony Parties and Pony Rides we have something for everyone. It’s a fantastic experience in such a beautiful location and just a 10 minute drive from the town centre.

Bookings are essential.

PORT MACQUARIE RACE CLUB

PORT MACQUARIE S E A K AYA K

Oxley Hwy, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 1964 F 6581 0255 E racing@portmacquarieraceclub.com.au www.portmacquarieraceclub.com.au

1 Buller St, (Waters Edge carpark) Port Macquarie 2444 T 0409 776566 F 6584 1039 E portkayak@gmail.com www.portkayak.com.au

Enjoy the thrill of horse racing and the best race club facilities on the coast! Over 20 race meetings conducted year round at the picturesque course, only 3km west of the CBD. The famous Port Macquarie Cup Carnival is held early October and 4 race meetings are run in January. Excellent food and bar facilities.

Modern air conditioned Ivan Livermore Stand & an undercover betting ring. All types of raceday or nonraceday functions catered for.

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2hr tour $35p/p. Come on a leisurely kayak tour through the Hastings River and Kooloonbung Creek where you are likely to encounter local marine and native wildlife including dolphins, fruit bats and water dragons. Fresh water rapid tour $75 (groups welcome) Kayak Hire available $15p/p hr. Tours Run at 10am daily depending on numbers and weather conditions.

PORT MACQUARIE TENNIS CLUB

46 Pacific Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 7733 E info@portmacquariesurfschool.com.au www.portmacquariesurfschool.com.au

Pacific Dr, (near Oxley Oval) Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 9940 E pmtc@bestit.net.au www.tennis.com.au/pmtc

Learn to surf with Port Macquarie’s award winning surf school. Lessons 7 days a week all year round: Group lessons, private lessons, family holiday special, 3 lesson package, 5 lesson package.

Free courtesy pick up available.

Hire board specialists (soft boards, Epoxy boards, SUP, body boards & wet suits). Book your lesson today we have a lesson to suit everyone!

For Professional Coaching, Social, Court Hire & Competitions. Play tennis in the best location in town. We over-look Oxley Beach and beautiful surrounds. With 6 synthetic grass courts, clubhouse, undercover BBQ & secure creche area, the centre caters for all the family.

R I C A R D O E S T O M AT O E S & STRAWBERRIES

ROTO HOUSE HISTORIC SITE

221 Blackmans Pt Rd, off Pacific Highway Blackmans Point, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6585 0663 E ricardoes@bigpond.com www.ricardoes.com

Lord St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6588 5555 www.environment.nsw.gov.au

Free family fun at Port’s 4x years running ‘Best Tourist Attraction’! Open 364 days a year. Free entry, free preserves tastings, free amazing farm tours 11am weekdays. Strawberry picking from 7am weekdays, 8am weekends. CAFE RED – A/C for brekkie, lunch, snacks, tea, great coffee, cakes, from 9am 7 days. Clean rest rooms; sealed RV/van parking. GPS: Lat – 31.39 Long 152.82

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One of the oldest buildings in Port Macquarie, a beautiful example of Victorian architecture and craftsmanship. Experience life as it was for the Flynn family over 100 years ago as you wander the museum and enjoy period furnishings and artefacts. Located 2km south of Port Macquarie’s CBD adjacent to the Koala Hospital. Wheelchair friendly. Opened 10am to 4.30pm daily, subject to volunteer availability. Entry by gold coin donation. The tranquil natural setting is great for picnics and koala spotting.

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SEA ACRES RAINFOREST CENTRE

SETTLEMENT POINT B OAT S H E D

159 Pacific Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6582 3355 F 6582 2930 E seaacres@environment.nsw.gov.au www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

End of Settlement Point Rd, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 6300 E settlementpointboatshed@gmail.com

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Treats for the mind, body and soul. Enjoy the tranquillity of rare coastal subtropical rainforest from the 1.3km elevated rainforest loop walk (wheelchair & stroller friendly). Explore the rainforest at your own pace or take a guided tour (included in entry fee).

Visit the Spirit of the Land multi-media art exhibition.

Relax in the Rainforest Café. Rainforest Walk Entry: Adult $8 Child $4 Family of 4 $16 Seniors $7

SOUL SURFING SURF SCHOOL 11/11-17 Bellbowrie St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6582 0114 E corey@soulsurfing.com.au www.soulsurfing.com.au Soul Surfing is not the biggest, we are Port Macquarie’s OTHER Surf School. We run all our surf lessons in small groups & provide personal attention needed to learn. We maintain a safe environment, keep it fun & help you succeed. We specialise in teaching beginner – intermediate surfers, adapting our teaching methods to ensure your progression is consistent. Check out our ‘Boardroom’ for specialist beginner – intermediate equipment.

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We offer for hire: • BBQ Boats - have breakfast or lunch on the water • 1/2 Cabin Boats - cruise, fish & swim • Kayak and Canoes - add water for fun • Paddle Boats - exciting new sport • Fishing Rods and Reels - no need to buy Bookings Advisable - everything will be ready on arrival. Open 7am - 4pm 7 Days.

S T O N E Y PA R K WAT E R S K I & H O L I D AY PA R K 16 Hacks Ferry Rd, Telegraph Point 2441 T 6585 0080 F 6585 0090 E info@stoneypark.com.au www.stoneypark.com.au A world renowned Waterski and Holiday Park Complex, at Telegraph Point, 10mins north of Port Macquarie, adjacent to the Pacific Highway, on the Sydney-Brisbane Route. On the water we cater from beginners to World champions with waterskiing, wakeboard lessons and tube riding for the family.

Variety of Accommodation options available.

Lot 1 Kemp St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 0144 F 6583 1044 E testennisresort@bigpond.com www.tstennisresort.com.au Tons of Fun for the whole family @ T’s Tennis Resort.

We have a range of accommodation for every budget.

Try our sports package. Unlimited Tennis Court-Hire (and racquets and balls) use of the pool and Mini-golf (inc clubs and balls). All for $10 per person per day even cheaper if you are a guest Group Discount (5 or more people) Available. Play a set or two of Tennis, have a BBQ lunch and relax by the pool, before challenging the kids to a Mini-golf match.

TIMBERTOWN 2325 Oxley Highway, Wauchope 2446 T 6586 1940 F 6586 1204 E events@timbertown.com.au www.timbertown.com.au Come along and enjoy the ambiance of an everyday Timbertown! Entry includes a ride on our famous Steam Train, Gold Panning at Cedar Creek Goldfield & all daily demonstrations and rides!

Timbertown is a great, fun filled day out for the whole family, where you can step back in time and experience a typical Australian Sawmiller’s village as it comes to life aound you!

Port Macquarie: • Westport Park • Town Green • Skate Park Town Beach • Town Beach • Oxley Beach • Rocky Beach Lookout • Shelly Beach • Flynns Beach • Lighthouse Beach Road • Lighthouse Beach • Sea Acres • Rotary Park (Observatory) • Wayne Richards Park • Settlement Point Reserve

WAV E B OW L 159 Hastings River Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 2238 E info@wavebowl.com.au www.wavebowl.com.au Bowling has never been more fun than at Wave Bowl, your Ten Pin Bowling Entertainment Centre. If you’re looking for a great time out then come and see us for an experience that everyone will enjoy. We are a fully licensed venue and we’ve put together some fantastic affordable bowling deals for you. See our website for all DAILY all-year-round savings like our nightly BEER n BOWLING DEAL - $6 games and $4 Beers !

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T’S TENNIS RESORT

Camden Haven: • Rainbow Beach, Bonny Hills • Foreshore Reserve, Lake Cathie • North Haven Reserve

Wauchope: • Cowarra Dam Pinic Area • Bain Park • Hastings Street • River Park Boardwalk

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B A G O V I N E YA R D S A N D BAGO MAZE

FO O D , WI N E RI ES & BREWE RI ES

Milligans Rd off Bago Rd, Wauchope 2446 T 6585 7099 E info@bagovineyards.com.au www.bagovineyards.com.au Experience the unique and rustic settings as you taste our traditional sparkling and varietal wines, local cheese or simply take in the beautiful scenery. Lose yourself in the Bago Maze - the largest hedge maze in NSW and join us for Jazz on the second Sunday of the month. We also cater for weddings and functions.

BURKHARDTS ORGANIC BAKERY

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BLACK DUCK BREWERY & BAR 6b Acacia Ave, Port Macquarie 2444 T 0407 874 474 E info@blackduckbrewery.com.au www.blackduckbrewery.com.au Nestled in the industrial area of Port Macquarie lies a craft beer experience you have been missing out on.

With a huge range of locally brewed beers and the occasional beer from fellow brewers there is something for everyone. You can have a tasting paddle or enjoy a quiet beer or glass of local wine with a ploughman’s platter and local nibbles. This is a great place to bring family and friends, Wednesday to Friday 11 till 6, Saturday and Sunday 11 till 4.

CASSEGRAIN WINES

1/15 Short St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 4699 www.burkhardtsorganic.com.au

764 Fernbank Creek Rd, (Cnr Pacific Hwy) Port Macquarie 2444 T 6582 8377 F 6582 8378 E info@cassegrainwines.com.au www.cassegrainwines.com.au

Burkhardt’s Organic bakery produces a healthy range of breads, pastries, cakes and other delicacies that not only taste great but are good for you. The organic flour is freshly stone ground so that as many nutrients stay within the flour as possible. Baking with a stone sole oven gives bread the Burkhardt’s flavour everyone loves. Gluten free food products are also available. Open Monday to Friday 7am 5pm and Saturday 7am - 3pm

Cassegrain Wines French wine making skills combined with Australian technology is practised today by John & Alex Cassegrain, using “savoir faire” (the know how), to produce a wide range of wines that are full flavoured, yet soft and elegant. Cassegrain’s Cellar Door, open daily 9am-5pm, offers a complete range of wines for tasting. Horse riding centre in grounds.

Artists market in the Vines 4th Saturday every month.

Restaurant open daily 10am-4pm.

GROWERS MARKET

Shop 3-4 41 Short St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 6268 F 6584 9410 E giportmac@hotmail.com www.gourmandingredients.com.au

138 Gordon St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 4111 F 6584 1414 E growers.market@bigpond.com www.growersmarket.net.au

Stock your pantry with our essential cooking ingredients. Whether you are looking to cook South East Asian, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, South African, German or another exotic cuisine then we may have what you are looking for. We also stock regional Australian, vegetarian and gluten free products from small producers. We aim to enable local residents to expand their cooking experiences without having to travel to the big cities.

Growers Market is a retail and wholesale business supplying fresh fruit and vegetables and an extensive range of other specialty food lines.We provide quality product and excellent service to our customers and continue to support our local growers and producers, as well as sourcing produce direct from farms.

Online ordering is available including delivery to the customer’s residence or workplace within the Port Macquarie Hastings area.

KEN LITTLE’S QUALITY FRUIT AND VEG

L O N G P O I N T V I N E YA R D & ART GALLERY

43 Munster St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 5685 F 6583 5678 www.kenlittlesfruitandveg.com.au Come in and see our beautiful range of fresh fruit and vegetables with great specials available every week. We are proud to stock produce from local farmers when available, and every Tuesday offer a range of organic products. Ken Little’s Quality Fruit and Veg is open 7 days a week,Monday to Friday 7am - 6pm, Saturday 7am – 5pm, and Sunday 9am – 2pm. It’s not only fresh, it’s the best!!

6 Cooinda Pl, Lake Cathie 2445 T 6585 4598 F 6584 8915 E lpv7@bigpond.com www.longpointvineyard.com.au

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GOURMAND INGREDIENTS

Long Point has a passion for growing and making wines that are truly local. We are serious about our wine quality, but like to have fun with our labels. Try our “Fat Bastard” Chardonnay, “Jolly Nose” Port or “Agent Orange” Liqueur. Local produce and local fine art and jewellery at the cellar door. Free picnic and BBQ facilities in a sheltered bush setting. Open Wed to Sun and Public holidays 10am - 5pm.

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O R G A N I C B E L LY

PORT FRESH SEAFOODS

Shop 4A 2 Murray St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 7004 www.organicbelly.com.au

5/23-41 Short St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 8348 E info@portfreshseafoods.com.au www.portfreshseafoods.com.au

Organic belly, the lifestyle store opened in 2007.

Our aim is health and wellbeing for everyone.

Focusing on quality organic and natural products. A relaxing spacious environment that is family friendly with a dedicated kiddies corner.

We offer friendly customer service and will try our best to help with any enquiries.There is something for everyone at Organic Belly.

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Port Fresh Seafoods offer a wide variety of seafood and will prepare seafood platters for that special occasion with the seafood of your choice. Port Fresh Seafoods supply over 35 local restaurants who appreciate the variety and freshness of their seafood products. Drop into the store and chat to Dion, who is a qualified Chef, about tips on how to cook that special fillet of fresh fish or prepare other seafood delicacies.

W I G G LY TA I L P O R K S H O P & B U TC H E RY

1/58 Uralla Rd, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 3949 F 6581 1656 E info@thelittlebrewingcompany.com.au www.thelittlebrewingcompany.com.au

Laurieton, Port Macquarie, Lakewood T 6559 9057 F 6559 9057 E sales@wigglytail.com.au www.wigglytail.com.au

Multi award winning, handcrafted, finest quality beer made from the freshest, all natural ingredients available - malted grain, hops, yeast, spices and the excellent local water. Come and taste why this little brewery is acknowledged as a world class producer of craft beer. Open for tastings and sales: Mondays to Saturdays - 10am - 4pm Sundays - closed Phone or check website for public holidays

Wiggly Tail Pork Shop & Butchery was established over 70 years ago in Laurieton. We specialize in pork and have a huge range of pre-prepared meal solutions. We are one of only a handful of butchers that cook and smoke our own ham and bacon from locally grown pork. We also sell Lamb, Chicken and the very popular Angus Pure Beef. We have stores in Port Macquarie, Laurieton and Lakewood Village.

ARTHOUSE INDUSTRIES

166 Gordon St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 1300 668 846 E 1stclassrentals@gmail.com www.1stclassrentals.com.au

1/1 Murray St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 5443 E skye@arthouseindustries.com.au www.arthouseindustries.com.au

Experience the best car rental or its Free, Cars from $29 a day inclusive of insurance reduction already included in the price...No hidden extras, No surprises, just what we quote is the price you pay.

We guarantee the best rates on all vehicles, we are conveniently located at Port Macquarie airport and 166 Gordon Street Carwash.We provide a Rental car to your hotel or Resort door for just a little extra, so sit back and enjoy a 1st Class service.

COMMUNITY PROJECTS WORLDWIDE Town Green, 2/2 Horton St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 5593 E info@communityprojectsworldwide.com.au www.communityprojectsworldwide.com.au A fantastic FAIR TRADE shop that sells interesting and unique ethically made objects from around the world. We work directly with families, groups and communities in establishing a market for their unique products, and create valuable employment in poverty areas. Our range includes: Clothing, Jewellery & fashion accessories, stone hearts, carvings & figurines, wine glasses, woven baskets & tableware, and much more. Come, enjoy and explore!

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Arthouse Industries is a unique Glass studio where you will find beautiful handmade gifts, Lampwork glass demonstrations and can attend regular creative workshops. Skye is an award winning glass artist specialising in jewellery who demonstrates daily from the studio allowing you to see her work with molten glass to create amazing wearable art.

The space is a creative indulgence showcasing unique work from regional artists as well as beautiful gifts.

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EMERALD AND ME BOUTIQUE 4B Quay North, Clarence St Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 9696 E emerald.and.me@gmail.com Style is something that you own at Emerald & Me Boutique, they concentrate on clothing with longevity, so that it travels through life with their customers. They celebrate women through beautiful design and unwavering attention to detail and constantly strive for niche stylish pieces for relaxed lifestyle choices. Focused on delivering exceptional customer service ensures a loyal following - now celebrating 10 years. Stocking labels Verge, Mela, NYDJ, Betty Barclay, Andiamo and Many Others!

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FOR GOOD GOOD DESIGN FOR LIFE Shop 3/40 William St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 5022 F 6582 5880 E info@forgoodathome.com.au www.forgoodathome.com.au

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High quality, honestly produced homewares, toys, fashion & gifts with a difference. We appreciate handmade artisan pieces to treasure, as well as functionality & good quality over mass-production.

Our eclectic mix of homewares will add interest and beauty to your home. Unique gifts will delight all ages.

Our range of European toys will educate & entertain.

G R A H A M S E E R S CYC L E RY Shop 1 Port Marina, Park St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 2333 F 6583 2333 E seerscyclery@optusnet.com.au www.grahamseerscyclery.com.au Graham Seers Cyclery is your complete bike store located on the marina in the beautiful Port Macquarie, mid north coast of NSW. Situated approximately halfway between Brisbane and Sydney. Home of the Port Macquarie Ironman and 70.3 (Half Ironman). Graham Seers Cyclery has a skilled and experienced team who are ready to assist with: bike servicing, bike hire, bike fits, general and technical advice.

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GLASSHOUSE FLOWERS Port Macquarie CBD T 6584 2242 E info@glasshouseflowers.com.au www.glasshouseflowers.com.au At Glasshouse Flowers we pride ourselves on our creativity, attention to detail and best of all, we love what we do, so you can be assured of a spectacular result, no matter the occasion. Are you planning a corporate function, wedding or just need to say thank you?

Our fresh, modern floral designs and custom-made, local produce gourmet hampers will have everyone talking and are sure to make a lasting impression.

HARVEY NORMAN COMPUTERS Port Home Zone, 160-174 Hastings River Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6580 8000 www.harveynorman.com Stay ahead of the game with the latest computers, software and accessories from Harvey Norman. The store has Port Macquarie’s largest range of laptops, desktops, software and computer accessories. If the kids are bored at night or you have struck wet weather on your holiday keep them entertained for hours with a Playstation or Wii and a huge selection of games.

While you’re here, print your holiday memories in the Harvey Norman photolab. Open 7 days.

62 Horton St, Port Macquarie, 2444 T 6584 0099 Come and visit the treasure cove of Port Macquarie and be inspired by our extensive range of trinkets, gifts, jewellery, handbags and homeware. Much of our collected products embody an elegance of by gone times with fresh and practical purpose.

We are proud of our wide range of unusual and eclectic items, many handmade, introducing an exotic touch to your décor.

In-It @ Port will have you dreaming of colourful market places and exotic destinations.

Open 7 days.

MEG & ME BOUTIQUE & ESPRESSO Shop 12/6-14 Clarence St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 7773 E thegirls@megandme.com.au www.megandme.com.au Refreshingly different, meg & me boutique & espresso offers discerning customers a selection of handpicked products with an emphasis on quality. The Girls would love to show you their exclusive ranges including Elk, Oneseason, Glasshouse Candles, designer jewellery, stunning leathergoods & more. Then you must meet Anthony, who loves sharing his passion for great coffee and service in his onsite espresso bar!

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JOHNNO’S CAMPER T R A I L E R S H A S T I N G S VA L L E Y 87 Cameron St, Wauchope 2446 T 6586 0824 E hastingsvalley@campertrailer.com.au www.hastingsvalley.campertrailer.com.au On and off-road models are available for hire, an ideal way to try before you buy and enjoy a short break. 4 days starting from $240, can extend to as long as you like & take anywhere in the country.

Local set-up and pack-up rates & long-term discounts available. Quality camping equipment for purchase / hire will have you camping in comfort.

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MID COAST MOTORSAFE 31 Uralla Rd, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6581 3800 F 6581 3399 E mail@midcoastmotorsafe.com.au www.midcoastmotorsafe.com.au Mid Coast Motorsafe provides professional hire, sales and fitting of child restraints and baby equipment. Leave all your bulky gear at home, hire when you get here! The region’s only authorised child restraint fitting station/hire provider serving the holiday coast for over 25 years. We are the obvious choice to hire a car or booster seat, along with a whole range of baby equipment to make your holidays as comfortable as home.

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PORT CENTRAL SHOPPING CENTRE 40-42 Horton St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 2988 www.portcentralshopping.com.au

107 Horton St Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 0084 E customerservice@saltwaterwine.com.au www.saltwaterwine.com.au

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Port Central Shopping Centre is located in the heart of Port Macquarie CBD, with over 50 specialty stores plus Target, Supa IGA plus Liquor and a Food Terrace which caters for every taste and style of food you could want, it is your one stop shopping destination.

Open 7 days a week, with over 850 carparks entrance from Murray St, Port Central is close to restaurants, cinemas, The Glasshouse, foreshore walks, Town Green and river cruise activities.

If you surf or love everything about surfing you’re going to love the new Saltwater Wine flagship store in Horton St, Port Macquarie. Wetsuits, boardshorts, swimwear from your favourite brands, performance, rare and collectable surfboards all washed down by an amazing Allpress latte or flatwhite from the Espresso Bar. The new Saltwater Wine Flagship store is now open 107 Horton St.

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TS & VIRTU

Shop 6b Garrison Building, Glasshouse Forecourt, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 7505 E tblsport@live.com.au www.thebritishlollyshop.com.au

Shop 1, 41 Horton St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 6265 www.ts14plus.com.au

Discover top quality imported UK products. Stocking over 450 different sweets, a vast range of UK chocolates, grocery lines, crisps & drinks not readily available in Australia. Our staff are very knowledgeable on all things sweet and can help you find what your tastebuds are craving! There’s more to The British Lolly Shop than just sweets! Look for our soldiers and come & taste something deliciously English.

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Two great plus size brands in the one location Plus size fashion that fits & flatters in sizes 12 - 24

A Q U A V I TA E D AY S PA

216 Hastings River Dr, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 2555 F 6584 5258 E port@vastinterior.com.au www.vastinterior.com.au

Five Star Complex - 158 Gordon St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6589 3552 E indulge@aquavitae.com.au www.aquavitae.com.au

Port Macquarie’s Vast Interior is not like your one at home... it’s unique. A great range of furniture and homewares from all over the world awaits you.

No two Vast Interior stores are alike, so although there are 45 “Vasts” throughout Australia and New Zealand, each one has it’s own identity. Delivery can be organised throughout Australia. Stop by on your way to the Airport and you can have your purchases shipped immediately. Find us on Facebook

Be pampered on your visit to Port Macquarie with one of our day spa pamper packages and save up to $125! We are equipped with private, single and double treatment rooms, massaging pedi-chairs, hydrotherapy spa and a well- appointed lounge area to relax in. Unparalleled service. Call Aqua Vitae and be pampered today.

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PORT MACQUARIE D AY S PA

4/136 William St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6583 2217 E info@elysiumbeautydayspa.com.au www.elysiumbeautydayspa.com.au Be pampered to perfection and indulge the senses at Elysium Beauty, William Street, Port Macquarie. Let us pamper you in a luxurious personalised treatment.

Elysium Beauty Day Spa specialises in massage, facial and body therapies and offers a wide array of beauty treatments and professional take home products.

Elysium Beauty also has the latest state of the art laser and IPL technology to perform hair reduction and skin treatments.

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VA S T I N T E R I O R

Shop 3 Rydges, 1 Hay St, Port Macquarie 2444 T 6584 2255 F 6584 0110 E guestinfo@portdayspa.com.au www.portdayspa.com.au Would you like to escape to a world of tranquillity, with friendly professional staff, amazing results driven products and a huge variety of treatments?

Well that’s exactly what you’ll get at Port Macquarie Day Spa. Located in the heart of the CBD forming part of the Rydges Complex Port Macquarie Day Spa has a well-deserved reputation for the excellence in services they provide. Book Online.

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Greater Port Macquarie has accommodation for every style and budget, from 4 1/2 star international standard hotels, resorts and motels to fully self-contained serviced apartments, idyllic hinterland retreats and cosy B&B’s.

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