Current Port Stephens Visitors Guide

Port Stephens VISITOR GUIDE

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“Warning: may contain traces of awesomeness”

Be prepared to be relaxed, exhilarated, enchanted and amazed when you visit Port Stephens on the NSW ‘awesome coast’... just a few hours north of Sydney.

Though just a small dot on the global tourism map, mother nature has provided Port Stephens with some pretty big star attractions!

We don’t like to brag but... our magnificent bay is twice the size of Sydney Harbour (and twice as beautiful!), our monumental sand dunes are the largest in the southern hemisphere (that’s big!), and we have a

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front row view of some of the largest creatures on earth (welcome to the humpback highway!).

If size doesn’t matter that much to you then you’re bound to love our little treasures. Hidden gems worth discovering like our colourful underwater nudibranchs and sea sponge gardens at the famous Fly Point dive site, the seal colony on Broughton Island or our friendly local dolphins that reside in the bay.

This truly unique part of our planet, covering nearly 1,000 square kilometres, caters for the young, the young at heart, singles, groups, couples and families with something to please every taste and budget.

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Stay in five star luxury, or camp out under a million stars, walk to the top of the headland or walk into the spa for a head massage. So many options to indulge, entertain, invigorate, excite or just relax you.

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Taste award winning craft beer, fresh seafood, great wine and fine food.

Ride a camel, go-kart, parasail and jet ski. Go surfing, kayaking, sailing, bushwalking and golfing. See whales, dolphins, koalas and seals... there’s a lot to love about Port Stephens.

Whomever said “it’s about the journey not the destination” has never turned the corner to arrive at Shoal Bay on a glorious Port Stephens day and been in awe of the scene before them. An irresistibly aqua Pacific hugging the white sands of a curved bay harboured beneath a lush green headland. It really is all about the destination!

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Inside this guide...

Welcome to Port Stephens… we think you’ll love it!

Visitor information

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How to get here

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Top 10 things to do

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Marine Parks

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National Parks

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On the water

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Beach vehicle permits

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Beach and Bay Guide

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On the dunes

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Things to do

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Eat & drink

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Accommodation 42 What’s on

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Weddings 58 Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events

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Day trips

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Maps of Port Stephens

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Directory - a quick reference guide

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Map References Just so you don’t get lost - we have included a Map Reference on each advertisement in this guide to help you locate every hidden gem in Port Stephens.

The reference includes the Map number and the coordinates for each place! Maps can be found from page 63.

If you’re still directionally challenged... just visit our friendly staff at the Visitor Information Centre.

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If you love sparkling waterways, pristine beaches, whales, dolphins, bushwalking, cycling, kayaking, sailing, golf, cafes, parasailing, fine dining, shopping, fresh produce, wineries, breweries, sliding down sand dunes, quad-biking, horse riding, waterfront dining, spectacular sunsets and friendly people…. then you’re going to love Port Stephens!

This guide will provide you with the what, where, when, and how of Port Stephens. All the contacts, maps and info you need to book accommodation, activities, transport, restaurants and even events, weddings and conferences.

Of course you’ll find more detailed information and links on our website www.portstephens.org.au - it’s a great resource. Or, for the more personal approach, see our friendly, helpful bunch of know-it-alls at the Port Stephens Visitor Information Centres. We hope you enjoy your stay... there’s a lot to love about Port Stephens.

Port Stephens Guudji-yiigu... welcome to Port Stephens from the Worimi Traditional Owners

The Australian Aboriginal Culture, the oldest living culture on earth, is diversified and has many nations, languages, traditions and customs. Port Stephens is a part of the country of the Worimi Aboriginal Nation and offers visitors many unique and remarkable attractions.

The Worimi Aboriginal community welcome visitors to their land and invite you to enjoy and understand the Worimi Country with respect to land, culture and traditions. Caring for the country is the manner in which the Worimi People have always lived. The Worimi Community invite you to appreciate the wonders of the local landscape and experience how sustainability and resource management principles have been implemented in Port Stephens.

The effective management of the marine and terrestrial features is obvious in the abundant Port Stephens environment which is filled with remarkable flora, fauna and marine species.

Port Stephens is a wonderland tourism experience and the Worimi Aboriginal Nation wishes all who arrive an enjoyable time.

visitor information Port Stephens Visitor Information Centres Make us your first port of call... because we know it all!

In fact, we are a very happy, helpful bunch of know-it-alls.

Need to book: accommodation, tours, transport, a yacht, a bike?

Looking for activities for: seniors, families, teens, romantics, foodies, wellness warriors? Want to find a: walking trail, cycling track, mountain to climb, shopping centres, hospital, dogfriendly holiday park, vet, restaurant, wedding co-ordinator?

Need a: map, directions, souvenirs, gift certificate or just a friendly face and some help?

Then come and see our team at the Port Stephens Visitor Information Centre.

■ Bookings ■ Gift Certificates ■ Tours ■ Maps ■ Accommodation ■ Cruises ■ Souvenirs ■ Guides ■ Friendly, helpful advice!

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Nelson Bay Map 2 O8 1800 808 900 ■ 02 4980 6900 ■ Victoria Parade, Nelson Bay (near the waterfront) Karuah Map 2 D2 i 02 4987 0002 ■ Karuah Centre, 393 Tarean Road, Karuah Raymond Terrace Map1 H10 02 4987 5276 ■ Communicate Port Stephens, 42 William Street, Raymond Terrace Salamander Bay Map2 K8 02 4982 7211 ■ Salamander Village Bottle Shop, 259 Soldiers Point Rd, Salamander Bay Tanilba Bay Map2 H9 02 4984 5677 ■ Tilligerry Habitat Association, 2E King Albert Avenue, Tanilba Bay www.portstephens.org.au

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Port Stephens is a 2½ hour drive north of Sydney along the M1 Motorway. At the end of the M1, turn right at the roundabout, following the sign ‘Hexham & Pacific Highway’ (BP service station and Hungry Jacks will be on your next left). The road will veer to the right and merge with the New England Highway after which you should merge to the left lane taking the sign ‘Taree & Pacific Highway’, which will direct you over the Hexham Bridge.

Look for the sign ‘Next Exit Richardson Road - Raymond Terrace/Nelson Bay’ to get to Lemon Tree Passage, Soldiers Point, Nelson Bay, Corlette, Shoal Bay, Fingal Bay, One Mile Beach or Anna Bay.

TrainLink provides services in and out of Newcastle from all over New South Wales. Phone 131 500.

Coach...

Port Stephens Coaches depart daily from Sydney via Chatswood, Pymble, Hornsby and Raymond Terrace to Port Stephens (including Soldiers Point, Nelson Bay, Shoal Bay and Fingal Bay).

Phone 1800 045 949 or visit www.pscoaches.com.au

Transfers...

You continue along Richardson Road, following the Nelson Bay signs, until you reach a roundabout. Then... follow the signs to the destination of your choice!

Newcastle Airport Information Services is your one-stop-shop for transfers. Book a door to door transfer to meet any flight in or out of Newcastle.

For visitors heading for Karuah, continue along the Pacific Highway following the signs that lead to the Karuah turn-off.

Phone 02 4928 9822 or visit www.newcastleairport.com.au

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Port Stephens Coaches provide a pick up from Hamilton Railway Station and Newcastle Airport to Port Stephens on a regular basis.

Phone 1800 045 949 or visit www.pscoaches.com.au

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Newcastle Airport hosts flights to and from Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, Sydney, Gold Coast, Ballina and a host of regional NSW destinations. For more information on Newcastle Airport call 02 4928 9800.

Port Stephens Coaches Coach Services: Daily EXPRESS coach Port Stephens/Sydney from $46 return Luxury coaches, mini buses and 4WDs for charter ■ Conference and event transportation specialists ■ ■

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Winery, Brewery and 4WD tours ■ Newcastle/Port Stephens ■ Newcastle Airport Beach, Boats and Beer Tour ■ Timetables available online Snow tours Customised group tours Hunter Valley concerts and events Sydney concerts and events

Locally owned and operated for over 50 years. BOOK ONLINE.

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how to get here Newcastle Airport An easy 25 minute drive from Nelson Bay, Newcastle Airport is the gateway to a range of unique holiday destinations.

The Airport has direct flights to and from Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ballina, Melbourne, Taree, Canberra, and Sydney.

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An enthusiastic team of volunteer Ambassadors dedicated to helping you and answering your airport questions

Door-to-door transfers can be booked with the Transport Information team located in the arrivals hall. For further information call 02 4928 9822 or email nais@newcastleairport.com.au Click here for virtual tour.

Map 1 J11 ■ (02) 4928 9800 ■ Terminal Building, Williamtown Drive, Williamtown NSW 2318

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Ten things you’ll love...

There’s lots of reasons to fall in love with Port Stephens... in any season.

family-friendly cycle paths. Bring your own, join an organised tour or hire a bike once here.

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4. Take a hike

Hit the water with your snorkel and goggles to discover a thriving underwater oasis at our famous Fly Point Park located between Nelson Bay and Little Beach.

Walk to the top of Tomaree Headland Lookout to enjoy striking views of Port Stephens and the offshore islands.

It will take you about half an hour or so to reach the top but it is well worth the effort.

2. Catch a break Port Stephens is known for its beautiful surf beaches from Samurai and One Mile to Birubi Beach, Zenith and Box Beach. Take a surfing lesson and learn beach safety tips, as well as basic board and surf skills.

3. On your bike Port Stephens is a great place to explore by bike!

From rugged mountain biking along coastal tracks to

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5. Talk to the animals Enjoy a day out with the kids... bottle feed baby farm animals, get close to the kangaroos and koalas or plan a guided walk with Tilligerry Habitat to look for koalas in their natural environment.

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7. Sandsational dunes!

The Worimi Conservation Lands (Stockton Bight Sand Dunes) are truly one of nature’s masterpieces, stretching 32kms these are the largest dunes of their kind in the southern hemisphere. Explore by foot, camel or horse, in your own 4WD, on a quad bike or join a 4WD tour and sandboard down 30 metre high dunes! Awesome!

8. Aboat time There’s a hull lot to love about Port Stephens if you’re into boats. BYOB or hire a yacht, jet ski, kayak, ski boat

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or cruiser and discover the rivers, bays, marinas, islands and off-shore adventures for old sea dogs and the little tackers.

9. Food for thought Try our local, home-grown produce: oysters, macadamias, figs, olives, avocados, boutique wines and craft brews.

10. Play a round With four championship golf courses, a driving range & mini golf - all the drivers, hookers and swingers won’t need to travel a fairway to enjoy a round in a beautiful setting. www.portstephens.org.au

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The Port Stephens - Great Lakes Marine Park

fish, seabirds, sponge gardens, mangroves, salt

One of Australia’s most extraordinary marine playgrounds, the Port Stephens - Great Lakes Marine

humpback whales linger along the Marine Park coastline

Park is something to behold, all 98,000 hectares of it!

their sides on the reef offshore.

Stretching from Cape Hawke near Forster south to

This Marine Park represents an opportunity to protect

Birubi Beach at the northern end of Stockton Beach this rare and precious Marine Park includes Port Stephens, the Karuah River, the Myall River, Myall and Smiths lakes and all their creeks and tributaries.

The Park is home to many species; dolphins, turtles,

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marshes, as well as some very special threatened species and indigenous heritage sites. Each year during their annual migration north to rub barnacles from

some of the state’s most spectacular marine biodiversity and provides the perfect playground for locals and visitors alike. It also plays an important role in the region’s economy supporting thriving ecotourism, aquaculture and fishing industries.

Wet your appetite...

Visit Broughton Island for a guided overnight camping adventure. See the little penguins, go snorkelling and enjoy breathtaking walks. Spend some time in the glorious Myall Lakes area, the state’s largest coastal lake system, which boasts calm, glass-like waters and silence you have to hear to believe! Ahhh... the serenity.

Take a Marine Park day cruise, see the dolphins, visit Cabbage Tree Island (home of Australia’s most endangered sea bird - the Gould’s Petrel), discover the southernmost rainforest island on the continent, snorkel right under NSW oldest lighthouse on Fingal Island, then hoist sail and head home via the most scenic landscape on the NSW coast past volcanic islands and the magnificent Yacaaba and Tomaree headlands. You will be in awe!

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Dive right in...

Whether you’re an experienced scuba diver or it’s your first ever snorkel… everyone will enjoy diving in some of nature’s best underwater gardens at Port Stephens.

Renowned for the best shore diving in NSW with a large marine park surrounding most of the sites, Port Stephens offers a multitude of dive spots... but we’ll just dip our toes in the water with the three main shore sites. (All must be dived on the high tide.)

Halifax Park... A popular, fully protected dive site where you are likely to see thousands of fish, moray eels, the occasional turtle and, if you’re lucky, a dolphin may just

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Fly Point... This is a mecca for divers and snorkelers alike. The crystal clear water is perfect for spotting coral, fish, turtles, jellyfish, sea dragons, gropers, sponges, nudibranchs, remnants of shipwrecks and wondrous natural chasms.The extremely popular site has a maximum depth of 18m with entry via concrete stairs.

The Pipeline... A must see for macro divers and keen photographers, you’ll find small colonies and eco systems of fish, nudibranchs and seahorses. This site has a maximum depth of 16m.

marine parks Port Stephens – Great Lakes Marine Park Our spectacular marine park extends from near Forster south to Birubi Beach Life Saving Club at the northern end of Stockton Beach and includes offshore waters to the three nautical mile limit of state waters. It includes Port Stephens and the Karuah and Myall Rivers, Myall and Smiths Lakes and all their creeks and tributaries to the tidal limit. At 98,000 hectares this is the largest Marine Park in NSW. The park is multiple use and protects important marine habitats and species while catering for a wide range of sustainable activities.

Visitors and local residents can enjoy ecotourism activities including fishing, boating, dolphin and whale watching as well as swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and other water sports.

Download the free Avenza PDF Maps app to get the Port Stephens - Great Lakes Marine Park zoning plan map. The app will show your location within the marine park and identify the rules and regulations in the area.

Before you wet a line, please make sure that you grab a copy of the PSGLMP zoning plan. Free copies are available from all outlets where recreational fishing licences are sold, via the marine park website or from the PSGLMP office.

Map Var ■ 02 4916 3970 ■ Taylors Beach Rd Taylors Beach ■ psglmp@dpi.nsw.gov.au ■ www.mpa.nsw.gov.au www.portstephens.org.au

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Beauty rich and rare...

Tomaree National Park The Tomaree National Park encompasses coastal bushland, sand dunes, heathland, forests, over 20 kilometres of dramatic rocky coastline and stunning, white, sandy beaches.

Whatever you do don’t miss the Tomaree Head Summit walk. It’s not difficult and you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views over Port Stephens, the surrounding coast and Broughton, Cabbage Tree and Boondelbah Islands nature reserves. While you’re there, check out the historic gun emplacements, part of Fort Tomaree

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built in 1941 as part of Australia’s World War II east coast defence system.

Take the family for a picnic at Fishermans Bay Foreshore, catch a boat out to the Port Stephens Lighthouse; venture into the bush on a guided mountain bike tour; or enjoy one of the many walking trails (see page 17).

Worimi Conservation Lands In a world of big things, there are few so striking and as monumental as the 40 metre high dunes on the Worimi Conservation Lands in Port Stephens. These Lands are

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The 4200 hectare Worimi Conservation Lands is managed to ensure the protection of the natural and cultural values of the Stockton Bight landscape, while providing access for the general public and promoting safe and sustainable recreational and commercial use.

This significant place - home to an extraordinary number of ancient cultural sites - clearly demonstrates the historical importance of the Worimi Conservation Lands. Created over 100,000 years ago, these spectacular dunes continue to shift and change with time.

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The Port Stephens region is the ideal destination for cyclists and walkers of all levels - from the speedy adrenaline junkies to those that prefer a more leisurely pace. If the ride and stride doesn’t get your heart racing, the spectacular views will!

Cyclists can choose from challenging downhill tracks for the serious mountain bikers, to family-friendly cycleways that suit easy riders of all ages! Bring your own or hire a bike and enjoy the extensive network of designated cycleways and tracks around Port Stephens, many through reserves and close to beaches, some with

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spectacular water views. There is also some shaded riding through bushland with plenty of parks, playgrounds and cafés along the way.

Take a walk on the wild side and enjoy the stunning national parks, rugged coastline and headland views that reward your efforts. You’ll be able to access areas where the bikes can’t go so put on the comfy shoes, grab the water bottle and take your pick of some of the best coastal walks in the state. You can even take a guided walk and get all the local knowledge along the way.

Guudji-yiigu - a Worimi welcome Visit the Worimi Conservation Lands (WCL), an Aboriginal owned park co-managed by Worimi Traditional Owners and the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. The WCL includes Stockton Bight, dunes and forest, and contains an extraordinary number of Aboriginal cultural sites that pre-date the arrival of non-Aboriginal people. The 32 kilometre long stretch of beach, framed by some of the largest dunes in the southern hemisphere, make this a popular spot for four wheel driving, fishing, sightseeing, and picnicking with family and friends. A beach vehicle permit is required for all vehicles, and can be purchased at various service stations close to the park entrances at Anna Bay and Williamtown.

Help conserve the Worimi Conservation Lands for future generations: All Aboriginal sites, plants, animals and historic sites protected

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NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service Visit our beautiful National Parks Whether it be hiking your way up the 161 metre high Tomaree Head, 4WD beach driving in the Worimi Conservation Lands, or a unique island camping experience on Broughton Island, the national parks surrounding Port Stephens provide the perfect backdrop, with a range of activities for you to enjoy during your stay. You can bushwalk, swim, mountain bike, camp, 4WD, whale watch, or just simply relax on a beach and take in some spectacular coastal views.

For more information call or visit the National Parks and Wildlife Service at Nelson Bay. Visit the website for up to date information about NSW National Parks. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Map Var ■ 02 4984 8200 ■ www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au Level 1, 12B Teramby Road, Nelson Bay

Cycling trails

Walking trails

Bartlett Cycleway... Distance: 5km (one way).

Tomaree Head Summit... Distance: 2km (one way).

Time: 30-45 mins. Difficulty: Easy.

From Bagnalls Beach, to Little Beach / Inner Light Cafe via Dutchies, Nelson Bay Marina, Fly Point, Little Beach.

Time: 45 minutes each way. Difficulty: Medium.

Take the invigorating short walk to the summit of Tomaree Head,161m above the Port Stephens entrance. Enjoy unparalleled views from the top.

Fingal Cycleway... Distance: 3km (one way).

Time: 20-30 mins at leisurely speed. Difficulty: Easy.

From Fingal End of Tomaree Road to Barry Park via Fingal Surf Club, Fingal Beach, Barry Park Whale Watching Platform.

Zenith to Fingal Cycleway... Distance: 2.5km (one way). Time: 20-30 mins at leisurely speed. Difficulty: Medium (some areas require caution).

From Zenith Beach to Fingal Cycleway via Wreck Beach & Box Beach.

Main Trails in Tomaree National Park Tank Trail & Anna Bay Bore Line... Distance: 5km (one way). Time: 30-45 mins. Difficulty: Easy.

From Fingal Bay Sports Club to the Polyclinic.

Other Trails permitted for cycling within Tomaree National Park... Sewer Line Trail, Moorland Trail, South Gan Gan Trail, Big Rocky Road, Fenceline Trail, Kunara Trail, Skid Pan Trail, Met Station Trail, Glovers Hill Trail, North South Trail, Met Station Link Trail.

Fort Tomaree... Distance: 2km (one way). Time: 30

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minutes each way. Difficulty: Medium. This easy walk on a paved track around the lower slopes of Tomaree Head brings you face-to-face with local military heritage – World War II Gun emplacements, built in 1941.

Big Rocky... Distance: 1.4km (one way). Time: 30 minutes each way. Difficulty: Medium. A sandy track leading to a rocky headland ideal at low tide.

Wreck Beach... Distance: 1km (one way).

Time: 20 minutes each way. Difficulty: Medium.

This easy walk to Wreck Beach, through a lush coastal angophora forest, leads onto a small cove with beautiful sand and open views of the ocean.

Morna Point... Distance: 5.5km (loop).

Time: 2 hours 30 minutes. Difficulty: Medium.

A relaxing, wildflower laden, walk to the coast with some detour tracks.

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Water, water everywhere...

Come on in - the water’s fine!

You could be forgiven for thinking you’re in the Seychelles as you splash in the crystal clear waters of stunning Shoal Bay.

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systems and all the accompanying creeks and estuaries, it’s no surprise Port Stephens is known as the blue water wonderland!

Make a splash!

If you enjoy being near the water you’re going to love Port Stephens! Sunrise at a deserted Zenith Beach with the perfect wave; picnicking at Little Beach while the kids jump off the jetty; snorkelling at Fly Point and discovering an underwater wonderland; or kayaking on water as still as glass while exploring the Myall Lakes...

Diving... a mecca for divers with coral, fish, turtles, jellyfish, sea dragons, gropers, sponges, nudibranchs, remnants of shipwrecks and wondrous natural chasms.

With a Marine Park comprising 26 beaches, a bay twice the size of Sydney Harbour, two rivers, two lake

Boating... from sailing offshore to cruising around the shoreline, you can choose whatever floats your boat.

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Whale & Dolphin Watch Cruises... see the magnificent humpback whales up close and personal as well as the friendly dolphins.

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Kayaking... hire a kayak or join an eco adventure tour around the postcard perfect bays and white sandy beaches.

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Surfing... from deserted point breaks to endless beach breaks, you’re bound to find a wave to suit beginners and experienced. First timers can take a surf lesson, get some safety tips and local knowledge.

Fishing... throw a line in the calm water from a jetty or boat, go beach fishing near the Sygna wreck on Stockton Beach or try a deep sea charter.

Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP)... Port Stephens is the SUP mecca.

SUP hire, lessons and even SUP yoga... at a stretch.

Parasailing... take a single, double or triple parasail for an exhilarating ride with the best view in the bay.

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Port Stephens Paddlesports Port Stephens is a paddling paradise. We’re here to help you get out there and experience the wonder and wildlife.

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Tours: Discovery Kayak Tour (2-2.5 hrs): Designed as an ultimate eco adventure where we go beyond the boundaries and paddle all horizons, looking out for dolphins and other wildlife along the way.

Stand Up Paddle Tour (1.5 hrs): Our new SUP Tours provides the perfect start to a bright and healthy day and offers a calm and serene experience, combined with enough exercise to uplift and energise.

Sunset Kayak Tour (1.5 hr): Paddling with the colour and reflections of Port Stephens... Stop for a break and kick back with sparkling wine.

Kayak Hire (Single or Double): Paddle and splash about at your own pace within safe, protected waters; or embark on your own discovery.

Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Hire: A fun paddling activity that provides a great way to look around, and its EASY... even for the uncoordinated.

All tours and hire are subject to weather and availability.

Pledging 1% of sales to the protection of our natural environment.

Map Var ■ 0405 033 518 ■ kayakingportstephens@hotmail.com ■ www.portstephensecosports.com.au ■

Nelson Bay Foreshore, Shoal Bay Beach and Shop at Shoal Bay (next door to Country Club Hotel)

d’Albora Marinas Waterfront dining and boutique shopping village d’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay is the ultimate waterfront destination, located in the heart of Port Stephens, offering stunning water views, bushland backdrops and amazing sunsets. With free live music every weekend, numerous festivals and activities throughout the year: This award winning marina is an experience not to be missed for the whole family.

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Moonshadow Cruises With the largest vessel in the bay and 35 years experience, we get you to the action quickly and safely! Our four modern vessels have HUGE boomnets, spacious decks, comfortable all weather inside areas, licensed bars and dance floors.

Dolphin Watch 1.5hrs – 10.30am & 1.30pm DAILY (plus 3.30pm over the warmer months). Meet our resident Bottlenose dolphins. Buffet lunch option available.

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Whale Watch 2.5 to 3hrs – 10am & 1.30pm DAILY – May to Nov. An ocean going cruise on the largest vessel in the Bay with two levels to choose from.

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Broughton Island National Park Cruise 6.5hrs – 10am – Oct to Apr. Spectacular island and coastal scenery. Explore ashore on a guided island walk, swim or snorkel, feed fish or just relax on the beach.

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Twilight Dinner Cruise – Every Saturday 7.15pm (additional cruises available Oct - Apr). Enjoy quality live entertainment while indulging in our famous buffet.

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Combine & Save – Great combo options available

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Wedding, team building and private charter packages

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Tamboi Queen Cruises Tamboi Queen Cruises, a family owned and operated cruise company is celebrating over 40 years of personal, friendly service, offering you dolphin and whale watch cruises with a choice of 4 vessels.

MV Surprise – 1½ hour Dolphin Watch Cruise with boom net rides daily MV Spirit & MV Spirit of Port Stephens – 2 hour Dolphin Watch Cruise with bonus water slide, spa, boom net.

November to May MV Spirit & MV Spirit of Port Stephens – 3 hour Whale Watch Cruise May to November MV Full Stik – Fishing Charters on request all year. Whale Watch Cruises on demand May to November Combine & Save – Great combo options available FerryLink – Connecting Nelson Bay to Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest. Available all year.

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Imagine Cruises Dedicated to the protection of dolphins and whales Whale Watch, 3 hour Sail or 90 minute Express. View whales in NSW largest Marine Park. Whale guarantee.

May-Nov. ■ Swim with wild dolphins, Dolphin Swim Aus, 4.5 hours.

■ Snorkel + Dolphin Watch, 3.5 hours. Snorkel in the sparkling waters of an offshore island. All gear provided. Nov-April.

■ Dolphin Watch + Sailing, 1.5 hours. Enjoy stunning scenery and meet some of our local dolphins. Nov-April.

■ BBQ seafood dinner, 2.5 hours. Fresh, local seafood, seasonal 2 course meal. Nov-May. ■ Broughton Island, 3 hours. Offshore dolphin watch. Swim or snorkel at picturesque Providence Beach. Nov-April.

■ Bay + Beach, 2 hours. Opportunity to spot dolphins as we cruise the Bay before swimming at a secluded beach.

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■ Fingal Island + Lighthouse tour, 3.5 hours. Fully guided.

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Map 2 O8 ■ 02 4984 9000 ■ Dock C, d’Albora Marinas, Teramby Rd, Nelson Bay ■

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Let’s Go Adventures A world of adventures is waiting for you!

Have fun with personalised service, from snorkelling & freediving to the highest levels of SCUBA with Nelson Bay’s most experienced dive operator.

On the marina (we load your gear!), hot showers & washdown area

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Nelson Bay’s largest and most active dive club

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Daily guided shore dives and snorkelling

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Equipment hire, air and Nitrox facility

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2 fast dive boats, one with toilet for Broughton Island shark dives and local island adventures

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Introductory dives, PADI SCUBA courses from beginner to Instructor level, snorkelling and freedive training

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First aid and rescue course specialists

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Nationally accredited and Internationally recognised training

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Nelson Bay’s only PADI 5 Star Instructional Development Centre

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Map Var ■ 02 4981 4331 ■ fun@letsgoadventures.com.au ■ www.letsgoadventures.com.au ■ www.facebook.com/divenelsonbay

Jetski Hire Nelson Bay The ultimate adrenaline rush!

■ Great fun and a fantastic way to experience Nelson Bay ■ No licence required ■ Riders participate at own risk

Map 2 O8 ■ 0426 424 242 ■ Shop 14 Nelson Towers Nelson Bay

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Shoal Bay SUP Accredited SUP School SUP lessons and hires ■ Includes on-water instruction ■ All abilities catered for ■ Beside the boat ramp in Shoal Bay. ■ ■

Map 2 R8 ■ 0428 604 460 ■ Bookings: shoalbaysup.com.au ■

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Dolphin Swim Australia Swim with wild dolphins in Port Stephens Marine Park This is a unique opportunity to actually swim with wild dolphins in their natural environment. Be a part of the pod as you travel through the water with the wild dolphins.

See dolphins as you have never seen them before. Experience the friendliest dolphins in Australia! The swims take place offshore in the pristine waters of the Port Stephens Marine Park with short beaked common and oceanic bottlenose dolphins.

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We are the only permitted wild dolphin swim in NSW

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Marine scientists on every swim

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Operates daily on demand

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Gift vouchers available

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Corporate packages available

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Bookings and swim calendar online

Join the experienced team and swim with wild dolphins today.

Map 2 O8 ■ 1300 721 358 ■ Dock C, d’Albora Marinas, Teramby Road Nelson Bay www.dolphinswimaustralia.com.au ■ www.facebook.com/dolphinswimaustralia

Blue Water Sailing Experience Port Stephens by luxury yacht Harbour Sail + Dolphin Watch Enjoy a relaxing sail on the harbour, while seeing dolphins, turtles, birds of prey and other wildlife.

Broughton Island Full Day (8 hour) Sail/cruise to Broughton Island includes, oyster, lobsters and prawns lunch. Snorkelling equipment, shore transfer to the Island.

Learn to Sail We will teach you the basics of sailing, take the helm yourself and sail this beautiful yacht.

Sunset Sail (2 hour) Includes freshly shucked oysters and gourmet cheese platter.

Luncheon Sail (4 hour) Sail to a secluded bay and enjoy oysters, lobster and prawns whilst you are anchored.

Private Charter (2 hour) Corporate, weddings and private family groups for up to 20 people.

Licensed with good selection of wine and beers available.

Charters can be varied and customised to suit your individual needs.

Charters available for 2 - 20.

Map 2 M8 ■ 0448 111 331 ■ Departs Anchorage Marina Corlette rhonda@bluewatersailing.com.au ■ www.bluewatersailing.com.au www.portstephens.org.au

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FerryLink

Tea Gardens Ferry Service

Connecting Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest & Nelson Bay. Celebrating over 45 years as the Port’s longest operating ferry!

Ferry service to Tea Gardens

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Friendly local services Free morning and afternoon tea Professionally maintained vessels Comfortable seating and clean rest rooms Licenced Bar* and small on-board store (*MV Tamboi Queen)

FERRYLINK TIMETABLE – 7 DAYS Departs daily from Nelson Bay Public Wharf, Victoria Parade

Departs daily from Tea Gardens Ferry Terminal Wharf, Marine Drive. Hawks Nest pickup departs 10mins later

Winter 9.15am, 11.00am, Timetable 12.00noon, 3pm

9.30am, 10.30am, 2.00pm, 3.30pm

Daylight 8.00am, 9.15am, 11.00am, Savings 12.00noon, 2.00pm, 3.00pm Timetable

8.00am, 9.00am (Group Bookings Only), 9.30am, 10.30am, 12.30pm, 2.00pm, 3.30pm

One Way & Group Rates Available Extra service available during peak times. Timetable subject to variation.

Return Fares ■ Adults $20 ■ Concession $18 ■ Children (5-15) $10 ■ Under 4 Free ■ Family (2 adults + 3 children) $50

Map Var ■ 02 4981 1959 ■ www.ferrylink.com.au ■ info@tqc.co

Beach Vehicle Permits...

All vehicles entering the Worimi Conservation Lands must be registered and display a valid Worimi Conservation Lands vehicle permit.

The Worimi Conservation Lands (WCL) is considered a road related area and road rules apply under Road Transport (General) Act 2005. All vehicles need to be road registered or have conditional registration specifically for the Recreation Vehicle Area (RVA) on Stockton Bight. Motorbikes and vehicles with road registration from interstate are permitted to access the beach, and must display a current registration label & registration plate. For up-to-date info on closures contact the Visitor Information Centre on 1800 808 900.

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Enjoy a trip on one of our classic old style timber ferries. Connecting Nelson Bay and Tea Gardens, across Port Stephens and the Lower Myall River. Observe our beautiful Bottlenose dolphins along the way.

■ Pay on board ferry ■ Eftpos/credit cards welcome ■ Lunch Special at Tea Gardens Hotel ■ Accredited by the Department of NSW Transport ■ 30 years of local knowledge ■ The Port’s original and oldest operating ferry service DEPARTS FROM TEA GARDENS (Hawks Nest departs 10 minutes later)

Ferry and Lunch Special at Tea Gardens Hotel $30

DEPARTS FROM Public Jetty (Victoria Parade) NELSON BAY

Daily

7.45am, 8.30am, 11.15am, 9am, 10am, 12.15pm, 3.30pm 2.30pm, 5pm

Daylight Savings and/or School Holidays

7.45am, 8.30am, 10am, 11.15am, 12.15pm, 3.30pm

Boxing Day to Aus Day, Easter Long Weekend

9am, 10am, 11am, 7.45am, 8.30am, 10am, 1pm, 2.30pm, 11.15am, 12.15pm, 12.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm 3.30pm, 5pm

9am, 10am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 5pm

Map 2 P8 ■ 0412 682 117 ■ Ferry 0419 417 689

Permit Types There are two types of permits available: 1. Beach Vehicle Permits 2. Recreational Vehicle Area Permits Permit Costs Annual pass $30, NSW Pensioner Concession Pass $15, 3 Day Pass $10. Fines will apply for vehicles without permits.

You can purchase your permit from the Visitor Information Centre at Nelson Bay, The Metro at Williamtown and the BP service stations at Anna Bay & Salt Ash. Beach Access The two access points to the beach are: 1. Williamtown – Lavis Lane (Map 1, J13) 2. Anna Bay – Gan Gan Road (Map 2, K14)

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Boat Harbour Map 2 N15 - Ocean beach ideal for children.

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Box, Wreck, Zenith Beaches, Kingsley Beach Map 2 R8-10, M15 - National Park.

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Corlette Map 2 M8 - Conroy & Corlette Parks.

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TOMAREE PENINSULA Bagnalls Beach Map 2 N8 - Between Dutchies & Corlette, the foreshore reserve is an approved ‘dog on/off lead’ area.

Dutchmans Beach Map 2 O8 - Quiet calm waters.

Fingal Bay Map 2 R11 - Surf beach, ideal for families. Walk to Barry Park.

Fishermans Bay Map 2 L15 - Anna Bay.

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Beach boat ramp, toilets.

Amphitheatre, BBQ, car park, shelter, toilets & skate park nearby.

Fly Point Map 2 P8 - This aquatic reserve is a haven for divers.

Shady grassed areas.

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Little Beach Map 2 P7 - Suitable for family and social club gatherings.

Gentle waters, ideal for young children.

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BBQ, boat ramp, car park, shop, playground, public jetty, showers#. Toilets & play area for the disabled.

Nelson Bay Foreshore Map 2 P8 - Perfect for paddling and relaxing. Located in the heart of Nelson Bay.

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Metered car parking, play equipment, shop, disabled toilets, hire facilities (paddle boats).

One Mile Beach Map 2 N14 - With no buildings on the beach, One Mile is the most natural beach in Port Stephens.

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BBQ, car park, kiosk, toilets, showers #, learn to surf school.

Salamander Bay Map 2 L9 - Bob Cairns, Joe Redman, Roy Wood Reserves.

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BBQ, car park, playground, showers #, toilets, NOT all facilities at all reserves.

Samurai Beach Map 2 N13 - Surf Beach.

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Shoal Bay Map 2 Q8 - Spectacular view of the Heads.

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BBQ, car park, hire facilities, shop, public jetty, shelter, showers #, toilets.

Soldiers Point Marina Map 2 K6 - THE place for sunsets.

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Boat ramp, car park, disabled toilets.

Car park, Kiosk, disabled toilets, surf club, learn to surf school.

Stockton Beach Map 2 H14 - Surf beach. Largest mobile sand mass in NSW.

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Sunset Beach Map 2 J6 - Soldiers Point.

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BBQ, car park, playground, public jetty, showers #, toilets.

Taylors Beach Map 2 J10 - Away from the crowds.

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BBQ, beach boat ramp, car park, playground, public jetty, toilets.

Wanda Beach Map 2 K8 - George Res. Western end of Salamander Bay.

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Lemon Tree Passage Map 2 I9

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Mallabula Map 2 H9

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BBQ, high tide boat ramp, car park, playground, shelter, shower #, toilet.

Tanilba Bay Map 2 F9

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Covered BBQ, public jetty, disabled toilets, enclosed baths.

TILLIGERRY PENINSULA

KARUAH Longworth Park Map 2 D2

Care should be taken when swimming or fishing. Strong rips and undercurrents can occur.

Birubi Beach & Fingal Beach Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday to Sunday 9am - 5pm. Christmas School Holidays Monday to Sunday 9am - 6pm.

One Mile Beach Monday to Sunday 10am - 5pm. Christmas School Holidays Monday to Sunday 9am - 6pm. Annual patrols conclude late April and recommence late September.

Further information please contact the Visitors Information Service. Allowed in certain conditions. * Permit required for all 4WD. # Cold showers.

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I love her far horizons...

Worimi Conservation Lands The Worimi Conservation Lands (Stockton Bight Sand Dunes) cover 4,200 hectares... 1,800 of which are forest as well as 32kms of the longest moving sand dunes in the southern hemisphere. These truly awe-inspiring dunes reach heights of over 30 metres with slopes of up to 60 degrees to form a majestic, alien-like moonscape - a much sought after location for film makers around the globe.

These Lands form part of an important cultural landscape with special significance for the Worimi people - the Traditional Owners. The land and waters have been used for many thousands of years for living, gathering foods

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and for cultural activities. Today the landscape features an extraordinary number of culturally significant sites, many pre-dating the arrival of non-Aboriginal people.

A coastal desert wilderness Thanks to the generosity of the Worimi people we are invited to experience and enjoy this special place (with respect and without disturbing any Aboriginal sites).

See this monumental sandscape for yourself by four wheel drive (with permits). Go fishing, surfing, or take an organised tour for quad biking, sandboarding, horse or camel riding. Enjoy a cultural tour including historic sites such as the Aboriginal middens, Tin City and the Sygna.

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Sandboarding... for an exhilarating way to explore the dunes go by off-road vehicle and surf down the 40 metre slopes on custom sandboards.

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Quadbiking... the ultimate experience for the adventurous... ride from bush to beach across the desert wilderness. Safe but sandsational!

Horse & Camel Rides... relax and experience the peace and tranquility riding horseback or a sunset camel adventure through the bush, over the dunes and along the beach.

Surfing... long board, short board, kite board or boogie board... you’ll find the perfect break along the 32km stretch of beach from Stockton to Birubi.

Fishing... try beach fishing near the Sygna wreck on Stockton Beach.

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4WD Tag-Along & Passenger Tours THE ONLY 4WD TOUR WITH A DIFFERENCE

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Winner of 2014/15 TripAdvisor Award for Excellence Established 1998 injury and accident free, owner operator Bring your 4WD or come as a passenger No experience necessary, free driver training ■ Sandboarding on all tours ■ Exclusive Bush, Beach and Sand Dune, Tin City and Shipwreck Tours ■ ■

Map 2 K15 0411 296 288 Gan Gan Road Anna Bay ■

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Sand Dune Safaris Come along for the ride of your life in a mighty military hummer or 4x4 coaster, along the beach and across the massive sand dunes ■

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Map 2 K15 ■ 02 4982 0602 or 0425 213 096 ■

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Camel rides – weekends, school and public holidays ■

10am – 5pm

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NAME OF TOUR COMPANY GOES HERE LICENCE NUMBER GOES HERE

Experience the thrill of the ships of the desert over the vast sand dunes of Port Stephens

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NAME OF TOUR COMPANY GOES HERE LICENCE NUMBER GOES HERE

Map 2 K15 ■ 0429 664 172 ■ Birubi Point Carpark, end of James Patterson Drive Anna Bay

Port Stephens 4WD Tours No.1 sand dune tour operator in Port Stephens!

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Sandboarding Shuttle SAVE $ with a Combo Deal. Enjoy a Sandboarding Adventure combined with a Dolphin or Whale Watching Cruise

Experience the Stockton Sand Dunes today!

Sahara Trails Horse Riding Hear the rhythm of hooves hitting the sand beneath you Watch the ocean breeze wisp through your horse’s mane; listen to the waves; travel across the majestic dunes and take in the vastness of the ancient Worimi Conservation Lands. Join us on one of our beach rides to experience this natural wonder.

Tours depart daily in our range of modern, comfortable, off road, air conditioned vehicles.

Sandboard for as long as you like Tours depart daily ■ Experienced tour guides and instructors are on hand to assist ■ ■

Depart from lower car park at the end of James Paterson St, Anna Bay. Look for the red trailer and red buses. Book online.

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Open 7 days ■ All weather Family owned and operated ■ Just 10 mins from Nelson Bay ■ ■

Map 2 K13 ■ 02 4981 9077 ■ 9 Port Stephens Dve Anna Bay ■

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Map 2 K15 ■ 02 4984 4760 ■ Shop 3, 35 Stockton St Nelson Bay ■ ■

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Sand Dune Adventures Sand Dune Adventures offers clients an exclusive “Cultural Quad Bike Riding” experience like no other, traversing the majestic and traditional landscape of the Worimi Sand Dunes / Port Stephens NSW Australia, recorded as the largest coastal moving sand mass in the southern hemisphere.

Customers ride safely from bush to beach on a 400cc quad bike and take in the glorious views of the sweeping coastline (NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY) with our experienced Aboriginal guides.

SDA tours cater from beginners to the experienced and offer the thrill of riding sand dunes that climb as high as 100 feet.

So if it is adrenalin or just cruising, SDA offers the greatest adventure on one of Australia’s greatest kept secrets, the Worimi Sand Dunes!

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Aboriginal culture tours

Click here for virtual tour.

Map 1 K11 ■ 02 4033 8808 ■ 2163 Nelson Bay Road Williamtown ■ sda@worimi.org.au www.sandduneadventures.com.au ■ www.facebook.com/SandDuneAdventures

Quad Bike King Conquer the Majestic Sand Dunes of Port Stephen’s Stockton Beach. Book Now! Cruise. Drift. Explore. Choose your Experience.

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Shipwreck Adventure Explore the unspoilt eco-system of Stockton Beach; the largest sand dunes in the Southern hemisphere. Zoom across the rugged sand dunes and finish off with the amazing site of the Sygna shipwreck. Only $110pp.

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The Sandpit The unrivalled king of all adventures! Drift around the sand dune circuit, master donuts and four wheel drifting. Rule the sands. No instructors to follow. Go solo or with your adventure team. Only $85pp

Discounts for family packages.

Map 1 K11 ■ 02 4919 0088 ■ 2130 Nelson Bay Rd, Williamtown ■

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Greens, blues, reds, whites...

What’s the attraction?

Play on our greens, dive into our azure blues and sip on our reds and whites... these are just some of the colours of Port Stephens attracting visitors from around the globe.

There are so many things to see and do. Of course there are our obvious natural stunners - the beaches, the waterways, the dunes, the whales, the dolphins - but our holiday destination provides visitors with so many activities, attractions and tours that you may have to extend your stay to experience them all.

Passionate professional tour operators, who love what they do and love where they live, provide unique and

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entertaining experiences that are as varied as they are many. So there is no excuse for anyone to get bored... unless it’s a sand board, surf board or stand up paddle board.

So much to do...

Play golf like Tiger, feed the sharks, cuddle a bear, ride a camel, take the controls in a jet fighter, take off in a chopper, see whales, slide down a dune, swim with the dolphins, parasail, cycle down a mountain, have a surf lesson... whether you’re the adventurous type or looking for some good, safe family fun you’ll find something for everyone here in Port Stephens.

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Animal Attraction... feed baby animals, see how much a koala can bear, smile at a crocodile or get in the tanks and have a go at feeding the hand-raised sharks and rays at one of our award winning animal attractions.

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Take Flight... take a scenic helicopter flight and get a spectacular birds-eye view of Port Stephens Marine and National Parks or visit Fighter World and get behind the controls of a WWII jet fighter.

Slide and Ride... take a slide down Toboggan Hill or a 40m sand dune on a sandboarding tour. Ride a horse, camel, go kart, mountain bike, jet boat or quad bike.

Bush Tucker... take an eco-tour at the Tilligerry Habitat Reserve see koalas in their natural habitat and learn about bush tucker.

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Toboggan Hill Park For serious fun... visit Toboggan Hill Park just off Salamander Way, Nelson Bay ■

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Summer – Open 7 days from 10am Winter – Wednesday to Sunday from 10am (open 7 days in school holidays).

Please see website for Public Holiday closures.

Participant controlled activities can be dangerous.

You will need to sign a declaration to say that you accept responsibility for your safety.

Map 2 N10 ■ 02 4984 1022 ■ 16 Aquatic Close, Nelson Bay ■ www.tobogganhillpark.com ■ www.facebook.com/TobogganHillPark

Oakvale Farm and Fauna World Get up close and personal with an endless menagerie of Australian native and domestic farm animals Interactive animal shows from 11am ■ Cow milking ■ Bottle feeding baby animals ■ Patting koalas ■ Tractor trailer ride around the farm ■ Reptile encounters Open from 10am to 5pm daily Our facilities include: ■ Free gas BBQs ■ Café and dining area ■ Gift and souvenir shop ■ Undercover picnic areas ■ Children’s playground ■ Children’s rides ■ Wheelchair accessible

Map 2 A15 ■ 02 4982 6222 ■ Oakvale Drive just off Nelson Bay Road Salt Ash www.oakvalefarm.com.au ■ www.facebook.com/oakvalefarm ■ www.twitter.com/Oakvalefarm

Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters Your local Attraction for education, conservation and fun!

Feed the Sharks & Rays, pet them & learn about the weird and wonderful; all included in your guided tour! OR for the real deal; the SHARK ENCOUNTER experience where your tour takes place in the water! All ages welcome, everybody can join in! Last tour departs 4pm daily.

Map 2 F13 ■ 02 4982 2476 ■ 686 Marsh Rd, Bobs Farm ■

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Port Stephens Community Arts Centre Visitors welcome See fine oil and watercolour paintings and unique display of pottery, china, patchwork, woodwork, spinning and weaving, plus a wide selection of handcrafted gifts and cards.

Open daily 10am – 4pm. Free entry.

Wheelchair friendly ■ Free parking ■ Weekend garden café ■ We are behind the football pitch before Wests/RSL club on Shoal Bay Road

Map 2 P8 ■ 02 4981 3604 ■ www.artscentrenelsonbay.org.au

Cultural Pl, Shoal Bay Rd Nelson Bay (Turn at football fields)

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Horizons Golf Resort Your experience is better at Horizons Located near the crystal waters of Port Stephens, Horizons Golf Course offers challenges and rewards for players of all standards as well as full resort facilities for those who would rather relax.

The pristine course is surrounded by natural bushland and an abundance of wildlife. This world class championship par 72, 18 hole course was designed by Graham Marsh and Ross Watson and was the home of the 2003 NSW Open and 2004 ANZ Championships.

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Map 2 K10 ■ 02 4982 0474 ■ 5 Horizons Drive Salamander Bay

enquiries@horizons.com.au ■ www.horizons.com.au

Fighter World Salamander Bay Shopping Centre Only 5 minutes from Nelson Bay Over 75 stores including: Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, Kmart, Target Trading hours Mon-Wed 9am – 5.30pm Thursday 9am – 7.30pm Friday 9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm Sunday 10am – 4pm

Where history meets high tech – Fighter World is dedicated to preserving Australia’s proud fighter aircraft aviation heritage Located at Newcastle Airport adjacent to the RAAF Base, Fighter World is a family friendly, totally hands on experience. You can also enjoy the warm welcome, great food and friendly atmosphere of Café Fighter World.

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02 4982 0066 ■ 2 Town Centre Circuit Salamander Bay

Be inspired by some of Australia’s most famous aircraft including the iconic F-111 Sit in a real Jet Fighter Enjoy all the noise and activity of an operational Air Force Base, follow the action via live audio feed from Air Traffic Control Friendly guides to enhance your experience

Map 1 J11 ■ 02 4965 1810 ■ 49 Medowie Rd Williamtown admin@fighterworld.com.au ■ www.fighterworld.com.au

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Holberts Oyster Farm Waterfront at Salamander Bay ■ Quality oysters ■ Cooked prawns ■ Fresh each day ■ Water views ■ Outdoor dining ■ Fully licensed ■ Eat in or takeaway ■ Follow the signs

Map 2 J8 ■ 02 4982 7234 ■ www.holbertsoysterfarm.com ■ ■

Medowie Macadamia Farm Gift Shop & Cafe Port Stephens Best – NUTurally!

Café & gift shop open 7 days 9am to 3pm Breakfast & lunch ‘til 3pm daily.

■ Great selection of food and nut products ■ ■

For opening times visit: facebook.com/MedowieMacadamias

Map 1 J9 ■ 02 4982 8888 ■ sales@medowiemacadamias.com.au ■

672 Medowie Rd Medowie ■ www.medowiemacadamias.com.au

Nelson Bay Cinemas Three screens Latest movies ■ Grab a snack at our candy bar ■ Located in the heart of Nelson Bay ■ ■

Map 2 O9 ■ 02 4981 2320 ■ 25 Stockton St Nelson Bay ■

info@nelsonbaycinemas.com.au ■ www.nelsonbaycinemas.com.au

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

Scooter Me Scooter You

Tranquil gardens with diverse Australian native flora & exotics ■ Café ■ Gift shop ■ Gallery ■ Weddings ■ Tours (please book) ■ BBQs ■ 9am - 4pm daily (closed Xmas, Boxing Day, Good Friday)

See Port Stephens in style ■ 150cc SYM Scooters ■ Fully insured ■ Motorcycle licence required ■ Learner friendly ■ Helmet & gloves included in hire ■ A fun way to explore the area

Map 1 H12 ■ 02 4987 1655 ■ 2100 Pacific Highway Heatherbrae

Map 2 M14 ■ 0477 919 231 ■ 2 Koala Place One Mile Boat Harbour

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Shop ‘til you drop...

You don’t need an excuse to go shopping. Port Stephens has a range of shopping options to suit the novice to the career shopper... from small to mall!

Discover bespoke fashion, art, jewellery and homewares designed by local artisans at quaint markets.

Ponder and wander around the Marina and Nelson Bay shopping precinct, or go mainstream and hit the shopping centres for your retail fix. Don’t forget to call into the Visitor Information Centre to pick up your souvenirs and gifts and take home a little piece of Port Stephens.

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Anna Bay Community Markets...

1st Saturday of every month.

Medowie Markets... 2nd Saturday of every month.

Nelson Bay Legacy Markets...

1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of every month.

Raymond Terrace Community Markets...

3rd Saturday every month.

Sacred Tree Markets... various dates.

Spectrum Farmers & Artisan Markets...

3rd Saturday every month.

Tanilba Bay Markets... 3rd Saturday every month.

Tomaree Markets... 2nd & 4th Sunday every month.

The ultimate Port Stephens holiday experience!

Take in the spectacular views of Port Stephens while enjoying the thrill of flying in a helicopter.

Pacific Dunes Golf and Country Club

We operate seven days per week from our helipad on Nelson Bay Road (next door to Tomaree Sports Complex)

Ranked as the #4 best public access course in NSW, Pacific Dunes is an 18-hole championship golf course with a brand new Golf & Country Club, home to the fresh, new dining destination, The Greenhouse.

Scenic Flight Highlights:

Beautiful, native birds are often heard chorusing in the morning, while sleepy kangaroos can regularly be spotted lazing on the greens.

Book online and be sure to visit the course during your stay in Port Stephens, or stop in for a meal on your way home.

Map 1 J10 ■ 02 4916 0500 ■ Huntingdale Place Medowie ■ ■

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Go-Karts-Go Come and join us for a fun and exciting drive in our new Double Karts (ages 3 and up must be accompanied by an adult), new Junior (ages 8 and up, must be over 130cm) new Senior, Rimo-Schumacher Go Karts, all from Europe.

Race up to 12 Karts on our 400m track with full lap timing.

Open 7 days 9am - 5pm

Map 2 G13 ■ Cnr Marsh Rd & Nelson Bay Rd, Bobs Farm

We have a range of helicopter scenic flights and tours to suit every person and every budget.

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Point Stephens Lighthouse Stockton Sand Dunes Tomaree and Yacaaba headlands Crystal clear waters of Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay Dolphin and whale (seasonal) spotting

We also offer Hunter Valley and Murray’s Brewery luncheon tours For those seeking the ultimate adrenalin rush you can book a Trial Introductory Flight at our Newcastle Airport training base.

Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Map 2 N10 ■ 02 4965 1800 ■ 4967 Nelson Bay Rd Nelson Bay portstephens@skylineav.com.au ■ www.skylineav.com

Tilligerry Habitat Reserve Beautiful walks in a hidden paradise

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Free self-guided walking tracks on 9 ha waterfront reserve Guided walks and bush tucker talks (book at the reserve) Discover koalas in their natural habitat See local flora and up to 105 native bird species Shop at our nursery or souvenir shop 7 days, 9am to 3pm A Landcare Demonstration & Land for Wildlife site

Map 2 G9 ■ 02 4984 5677 ■ 2E King Albert Ave Tanilba Bay tilligerry.habitat@gmail.com ■ www.tilligerryhabitat.org.au www.facebook.com/TilligerryHabitatTanilbaBay

02 4981 9444 ■ www.gokartsgo.com.au/nelson-bay

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Shoal Bay Bike Hire

MASSIVE range of artificial flowers, plants and trees.

Visit our warehouse and be surprised. Also bridal bouquets in many colours.

A fun way to see The Bay’s blue water paradise ■ BIKES FOR ALL THE FAMILY ■ Cycleway map & helmets provided ■ Bicycle parts, accessories & repairs ■ Free car parking opposite shop

Map 2 J9 ■ 1300 Forever (1300 367 383) ■ sales@forevergardens.com.au ■ ■

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Skyline Port Stephens

Map 2 P8 ■ 02 4981 4121 M: 0437 414 121 ■ Shop 3/63 Shoal Bay Rd, Shoal Bay ■ shoalbaybikehire@bigpond.com

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Season to taste...

Life’s too short for bad food & wine

The spectacular dining options are matched by equally

From fine dining to fish & chips, the abundance of local produce fresh from the farmgate and the fishing trawlers, together with the spectacular location, has put Port Stephens firmly on the map for foodies and top chefs alike.

sun sink slowly behind a marina, fish & chips by the

With local farms growing everything from avocados and stone fruit to figs and macadamias - and of course the abundant seafood caught daily - it’s easy for chefs to design menus inspired by the fresh, seasonal produce they find on their doorstep.

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stunning locations. Views over the water to watch the beach or fine dining in a boathouse.

Sidewalk cafés, great coffee, vineyards and boutique brewery all add to the many options to indulge your senses.

Chefs are drawn to the region by the lifestyle, location and the wonderful produce available which all serve to drive their innovations and delight the foodie’s palate.

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Dinner Cruise... voyage around the calm waters of the bay and enjoy a sunset dinner cruise... or catch a ferry to Tea Gardens for a delicious lunch at one of the waterfront cafés, pubs or restaurants.

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Private Picnic... surprise someone special - pack a picnic basket and don’t forget the champagne... then take a scenic helicopter, or a charter yacht to a secret location for a private, romantic beachside picnic.

Pub Grub... a range of pubs and clubs provide good quality food for the whole family - from international cuisine to seafood extravaganzas.

Tea Time... indulge in high tea on the high seas or at a luxury resort, a beachside café or even at a Lighthouse with panoramic views over the Bay.

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eat & drink L’il Buddha Asian Cuisine

Wests Diggers Nelson Bay

Award winning restaurant with Asian Cuisine that is light and traditional with a modern twist

Port Stephens premier entertainment and dining destination

Catering for special functions & group bookings ■ Dine in or take away ■ Family friendly ■ Fully licensed and BYO (wine only) ■ Lunch specials from $10 ■

Gluten free and nut free options ■ Ample parking ■

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Children’s indoor playland

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Balance Health Club

Map Var ■ Salamander Bay: 02 4982 0286

Shop 2, 3 Town Centre Circuit Nelson Bay: 02 4984 1888 ■ 52 Shoal Bay Rd, Nelson Bay ■ lilbuddha@bigpond.com ■ www.lilbuddhaasiancuisine.com ■ www.facebook.com/lilbuddhaasiancuisine ■

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Port Stephens Country Club Fully licensed beachfront dining and entertainment venue with 4 restaurants and 5 bars Catering for all functions, special events, weddings and conferences A la Carté Dining – Catch at Shoal Bay Bar and Bistro – SeaRock @ Shoal Bay

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Hog’s Breath Café Hog’s Breath Café can be credited with developing and specialising Prime Rib Steaks in Australia, with the boast that there’s not a more tender, mouthwatering steak to be found anywhere.

To compliment this signature dish and its diverse menu, Hog’s Breath Cafe has created a distinctive style for people who enjoy casual dining experiences.

Pub and TAB – Country Club Hotel

Hog’s Breath Café Nelson Bay is situated overlooking the marina. For a relaxing lunch, dinner for two, or that special group function we are sure to make it a memorable one!

Menus and trading hours available on our website!

Open 7 Days, Lunch and Dinner (Bookings recommended)

Café – Sandyfoot Café & Bar Buffet – The Promenade Room

Map 2 Q8 ■ 02 4981 1555 ■ 35-45 Shoal Bay Rd Shoal Bay sales@portstephenscountryclub.com www.portstephenscountryclub.com

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Map 2 O8 ■ 02 4984 2842 ■ www.hogsbreath.com.au Upper d’Albora Marinas, Teramby Road Nelson Bay

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Authentic Thai food

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Map Var ■ Nelson Bay: 02 4984 4222 ■ 25, Shop 12, Nelson Bay Cinema Complex, Stockton Street Nelson Bay ■

Shoal Bay: 02 4981 5552 ■ 3/57 Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay

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The Little Nel Café Join the Nelson Bay locals at The Little Nel Café for fine coffee supplied by Newcastle’s famous Suspension Espresso. The Little Nel is renowned for breakfast, with pea & zucchini fritters, avocado on sourdough or eggs benedict favourite dishes. A leafy outdoor setting is also perfect for lunch, with a changing menu that utilises the best locally sourced ingredients.

Breakfast: Monday - Friday 7am to 11.30am Saturday and Sunday 7.30am to 11.30am Lunch: Tuesday - Sunday 12pm to 2pm Menus at www.littlenel.com.au

Map 2 O8 ■ 02 4916 4600 ■ 3-7 Government Road Nelson Bay ■ reception@nelsonresort.com.au ■ www.littlenel.com.au

KFC Salamander Bay The Wood Oven Affordable dining with breathtaking views ■ ■ ■

Family friendly ■ Takeaway available Fully licensed ■ 7 days lunch & dinner Find our menu under Local Directories (Restaurant or Takeaway)

Map 2 O8 ■ 02 4984 4800 Shop 19, upstairs d’Albora Marinas, Nelson Bay

Hosting a party or meeting? Going to the beach or out on your boat? KFC catering menu is designed to meet your needs Conveniently located on the corner of Sandy Point Road and Bagnalls Beach Road in the Salamander Shopping Precinct ■ Open from 10.30am daily ■

Map 2 M10 ■ 02 4981 0050 ■ Corner Sandy Point Road and Bagnalls Beach Road Salamander Bay

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For the love of food...

Great soil, lots of sunshine, well stocked estuaries, bays and the Pacific Ocean all provide an abundance of fresh local produce with plenty to share. Spend a day discovering the many farmgate stalls and fresh food offerings. From freshly shucked Port Stephens oysters to a cornucopia of fruit and vegetables... your taste buds will thank you.

You can’t miss the famous Anna Bay tomatoes - how tomatoes are meant to taste! Another “must do” is Medowie Macadamias - a beautiful café surrounded by

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macadamia trees with a delicious menu as well as a range of macadamia products to purchase... from oils to macadamia butter and toffees.

Taste an award winning craft beer or Port Stephens wine and enjoy great food and good music at the brewery. Try fresh fish and homemade chips by the waters edge at Lemon Tree Passage or along the riverfront at Karuah. Don’t miss the Barramundi Farm where you can feed Big Barry the Barra.

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Take a breath of fresh air & relax at the Seabreeze Hotel.

Located in Nelson Bay, the recently renovated Seabreeze Hotel is a purveyor of relaxation ■ Including a public bar, bistro with outdoor deck, restaurant and drive through bottle shop ■ Offering a range of accommodation ■ Open 10am - Midnight 7 Days a week ■

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White Sands Bistro - Open 7 days for lunch and dinner

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Free live entertainment Friday and Saturday nights

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Map 2 K8 ■ 02 49827173 ■ info@soldierspointbc.com.au ■ ■

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Inner Light Tea Rooms Best views in the bay ■ Breakfast/ morning & afternoon tea/

lunch ■ Open weekdays 10am - 4pm, weekends & school holidays 9am-4pm ■ Great scones ■ Access for disabled

Map 2 Q7 ■ 02 4984 2505 ■ 5A Lighthouse Road Nelson Bay ■ ■

innerlighttearooms@hotmail.com ■ www.innerlighttearooms.com www.facebook.com/InnerLightTeaRooms

Map 2 08 ■ 02 4981 1511 ■ 1 Stockton St, Nelson Bay ■

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Sri Malaysia Restaurant Master Nyonya Chef in Port Stephens Authentic Malaysian - Singaporean - Thai - Chinese cuisine Taste the authentic Asian cuisine prepared by an experienced Nyonya Chef. Try the Roti Curry, Malaysian Laksa, Curry Rendang, Ayam Melaka, Sambal Dishes and much more!

■ We cater for dine-in and takeaway, party and banquets for groups ■ Lunch special from $9.90 ■ Bookings essential ■ BYO ■ Lunch Tue – Sat, dinner Tue – Sun

Map 2 P9 ■ 02 4984 1233 ■

Shop 3/50, Austral St Shopping Village, Austral St Nelson Bay

Sanook Thai Restaurant

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Takeaway & home delivery available ■ Licensed - BYO wine only ■ Cater for weddings & special functions ■ Open 7 nights from 5.30pm ■ Lunch Mon - Fri from 11.30am - 2pm ■ Open for lunch Sat & Sun during school & public holidays.

Located within Birubi Point Surf Club, Anna Bay ■ Open 7 days for coffee, breakfast, lunch and takeaway.

Dinner seasonal. No bookings.

■ Perfect for watching the waves, dolphins and whale migration.

Map 2 M10 ■ 02 4984 3363 ■ 25 Sandy Point Rd, Corlette

Map 2 K14 ■ 02 4919 0446 ■ 73 James Paterson Street Anna Bay www.crestbirubibeach.com.au ■ www.facebook.com/CRESTBirubi

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Cookabarra Restaurant & Function Centre

Taj Tandoori Indian Restaurant

Producing Barramundi & Hydroponic Vegetables ■ Restaurant open 7 days from 12 noon ■ Daily Tours 11am & 2pm ■ Air-conditioned & wheelchair friendly Come meet Big Barry!

Authentic – fresh and quality ■ Air cond. ■ Fully licensed ■ BYO wine only ■ Kids menu ■ Take away ■ Open 7 nights 5.30pm - late

Map 2 F13 ■ 02 4982 6740 ■ 476C Marsh Road, Bobs Farm

Map 2 O8 ■ 02 4981 5521 ■ Upstairs, 30 Donald St Nelson Bay

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Wish you were here...

Very accommodating...

There is nothing like waking up in a beautiful room on one million thread count sheets and looking out over a glistening pool to a sparkling bay... you know you’re on holidays.

No work for you today! Just fun in the sun by the pool, a spot of shopping at the nearby marina and maybe a cocktail at lunch - nothing too strenuous.

The right location and the right accommodation can make or break a holiday. If expectations are high and delivery is low you could spend one whole week of your precious holiday wishing you were somewhere else.

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You’ll be pleased to know that the high standards and levels of excellence in Port Stephens can accommodate your every whim, from camping on Broughton Island to luxuriating in a penthouse overlooking Shoal Bay. Accommodation of all types can be found all around Port Stephens; dormitory style for school camps, backpackers, holiday parks, safari tents, cabins, self-contained apartments, holiday homes, bed & breakfast, hotel rooms, units, studio apartments and treehouses just to name a few.

With thousands of rooms in Port Stephens you’re assured of finding something to suit your style and budget.

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Holiday Parks... Port Stephens has a great range of holiday parks, many located on, or very near to, a beach. A great family holiday with many returning year after year, these parks have activities for the kids and cater for campers and caravaners as well as offering self-contained cabins.

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Resorts, Hotels & Retreats... relax in your resort and lagoon-style pool with swim out rooms, or take time out for a spa treatment and a sumptuous massage. Indulge your senses in one of our beachside resorts - and spoil yourself!

Holiday Lettings... accommodation of all types for couples, families, small or large groups. From beachside shacks to waterfront homes there are hundreds of self-contained, houses, units, villas & apartments to choose from.

Backpackers and B&Bs... for budget accommodation or friendly home-style stays.

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holiday parks

Port Stephens family fun!

For the time of your life!

ACTIVE HOLIDAYS

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426 Gan Gan Road One Mile (Port Stephens) NSW 2316 Tel 1800 650 035 Email onemilebeach@ahp.com.au www.ahp.com.au/onemilebeach Map 2 N14

122 Soldiers Point Road Soldiers Point NSW 2317 Tel 1800 827 300 Email soldierspoint@ahp.com.au www.ahp.com.au/soldierspoint Map 2 K7

One Mile Beach

BIG4 Soldiers Point

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holiday parks Go offline, reconnect with reality while relaxing in one of our 3 multi award winning holiday parks, all located within minutes walk of pristine beaches. Accommodation ranges from luxurious self-contained villa’s to powered tent & van sites all with a range of facilities, services and activities to delight you!

Secure online bookings Dog friendly parks* Catering for large groups & families Kids stay FREE in cabins (Under 18’s) Sheets, towels, blankets and pillows are included in the price of accommodation (no need to bring your own!).*

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AAA rated  Directly opposite the magnificent Fingal Beach Tropical 25m resort style pool and childrens wading pool with shade sail 4 styles of accommodation from three bedroom luxury surf villas to standard getaway cabins perfect for larger families Powered tent and caravan sites and drive through ensuite sites Camp kitchen, recreation room, FREE BBQs, guest laundries, kids playground, tennis courts for hire, Foxtel to some onsite accommodation

The only Holiday Park in Nelson Bay Located between two pristine beaches with a range of waterfront accommodation options to choose from Deep water boat ramp, jetty, FREE BBQs, kiosk, recreation area, playground and guest laundry 3 bedroom Beach Villas available right on the waterfront with amazing views over Shoal Bay Beach Great camp and van sites Range of cabin styles with Foxtel WIFI available

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AAA rated  Amazing location directly opposite spectacular Shoal Bay Beach Short walk to beachside village with cafés, restaurants, shopping and pub Safari tents, powered tent and van sites and ensuite van sites Luxury villas and family cabins Conference facilities available ½ size tennis/basketball court, playground, camp kitchen, FREE BBQs, guest laundry, recreation and games room WIFI available

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Beach Road Little Beach, Nelson Bay halifax@beachsideholidays.com.au

71 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay shoalbay@beachsideholidays.com.au

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*Linen is not supplied in Safari Tents at Shoal Bay. Dogs allowed on sites only. Conditions apply, please check with reception on booking.

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BIG4 Karuah Jetty BIG4 Karuah Jetty is the ideal location for your camping, caravan and cabin accommodation. Enjoy the combination of a peaceful bushland setting and idyllic waterfront location right at the mouth of the Karuah River.

Our 200m long jetty is a great place to fish from or dock your boat after spending a day in the bay. The holiday park has acres of grass with plenty of activities to keep the kids busy.

Have the best of both worlds; quiet bushland setting right on the water, yet only a short 600m stroll to attractions including local shops, restaurants, RSL club, bowls, tennis, doctor, chemist, post office, bakery, town golf course and churches.

■ Spacious 1 and 2 bedroom, air conditioned villas near the waterfront. Each villa has a full kitchen, ensuite (some with spa or double shower), verandah, LCD television with DVD players and free DVD hire ■ Drive through power sites, camp sites & moorings available ■ New resort style pool and kids covered water play pool ■ Games room ■ Volleyball court ■ 20m jumping pillow KARUAH JETTY HOLIDAY PARK ■ Pedal kart & bike hire ■ Tennis court ■ Two camp kitchens ■ Two amenities blocks & laundry

Map 2 D3 ■ 02 4997 5520 ■ 88 Holdom Road Karuah ■ www.big4karuahjetty.com.au ■

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Island Leisure Village Have a great family holiday at the Island, enjoy one of the best fishing spots in Port Stephens, stroll along the sandy beach, watch the dolphins swim by from our Jetty and Boat Ramp, or go for a bush walk.

Port Stephens Treescape Affordable camping and accommodation

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Relax in our Island Lagoon Pools, with rapids, sheltered kids wading and bubble pools, surrounded by landscaped picnic areas.

Escape to nature only minutes from the heart of bustling Port Stephens and at the gateway to the amazing Stockton Dunes. Set amongst stunning bushland on the edge of One Mile Beach and Samurai Beach, Treescape features comfortable self-contained units, unpowered campsites and powered van site, with a tropical pool, spa and tennis courts.

For more information and photos visit our website.

Map 2 N13 ■ 562 Gan Gan Road One Mile

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Melaleuca Surfside Backpackers

SAMURAI® Beach Bungalows - YHA

A stone’s throw from the beach!

■ 6 acres of natural bushland ■ 5 mins walk to beach ■ Cabins, dormitory, camp, Kombi van sites ■ Communal kitchen/dining, amenities, BBQs & laundry ■ Bookings essential

Bungalows set amongst 3 acres of rainforest gardens Resort pool, bush kitchen, campfire, The Shed, sandboards, bikes, FREE Wi-Fi. Styles: Bunk, Doubles, Family and Ensuite Doubles.

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resorts, hotels & motels Anchorage Port Stephens Luxury by the sea. The ultimate in relaxed sophistication awaits guests at the beautifully refurbished Anchorage Port Stephens.

With its stunning waterfront outlook, comfortable guest rooms, a deluxe pool area, luxurious day spa and Galley Kitchen restaurant showcasing the best local produce, Anchorage Port Stephens offers a luxury escape bound to please the most discerning traveller.

Our Hampton-style guesthouses face north over beautiful Port Stephens towards Corrie Island National Reserve. A balcony or veranda adjoin each suite, villa or room, and most have uninterrupted water views.

Leisure guests who stay overnight enjoy free Wi-Fi, the perfect addition to a relaxing weekend away or full week of leisure and activities.

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Map 2 M8 ■ 02 4984 2555 ■ Corlette Point Road, Corlette ■ ■

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Mantra Aqua Luxury self contained apartments in the heart of Nelson Bay Walking distance to shops, golf club and marina.

2 and 3 bedroom apartments and 3 bedroom penthouses, perfect for families and groups.

All apartments feature: ■ Separate bedrooms ■ Open plan living ■ Fully self contained kitchens ■ Air-conditioning ■ Private balconies/courtyards ■ Laundry facilities Resort features: ■ 25m solar heated lagoon pool ■ Gas heated spa ■ Children’s water fountain play area ■ Electric BBQs ■ Tour desk ■ Lift access to all floor levels ■ Secure undercover parking AAA Click here for virtual tour.

Map 2 O9 ■ 02 4916 4777 ■ 1A Tomaree Street Nelson Bay ■ enquiries@aquaresort.com.au ■

www.mantraaqua.com.au ■ www.facebook.com/mantraaquanelsonbay

Oaks Pacific Blue Resort Oaks Pacific Blue Resort offers a laid back resort lifestyle set amongst lush, tropical gardens, comprising a selection of deluxe studios and thoughtfully-appointed one, two and three bedroom apartments – some with swim-out facilities, spas and private plunge pools. All apartments feature full kitchens, king size beds, contemporary furnishings and air-conditioning.

In addition to the resort’s legendary 500 metre island lagoon pool complete with children’s wading area, Oaks Pacific Blue Resort also features an onsite restaurant, gymnasium, heated spas, Japanese steam room, separate heated 25 metre lap pool and two floodlit tennis courts – meaning you can do as much or as little as you like while on holiday here.

Suited to couples, families and groups alike, Oaks Pacific Blue Resort is only a short drive to the charming Nelson Bay and an easy 2.5 hours drive from Sydney and 35 minutes from Newcastle Airport. It is also surrounded by an array of restaurants, cafes and shops as well as the Salamander Bay Shopping Centre and Nelson Bay Lighthouse.

Map 2 M10 ■ 02 4916 1200 ■ 1300 669 978 ■ 265 Sandy Point Road Salamander Bay pacificblue@theoaksgroup.com.au ■ www.oakshotelsresorts.com

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resorts, hotels & motels Ramada Resort Shoal Bay Room facilities Ramada Shoal Bay offers a wide selection of accommodation options including studio rooms, one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

Choose between standard, waterview and/or beachfront - there’s something to accommodate everyone’s holiday needs.

■ Stunning beachfront location ■ Walk-in room rates available ■ Diverse accommodation to suit a variety of budgets & groups ■ Ideal location for a romantic escape, family holiday, pampering weekend or seaside getaway.

■ All apartments equipped with kitchenette or full kitchen facilities Resort highlights Ramada Shoal Bay’s dining options and wide range of facilities ensures your stay is as relaxing as possible.

■ Excellent dining options with 4 restaurants and 5 bars ■ Day Spa with thalassotherapy mineral pools and lap pool ■ Fitness centre with gym ■ Guest laundry facilities ■ Lagoon style resort pool ■ Bottle shop ■ Bike hire Click here for virtual tour.

Map 2 R8 ■ 1800 18 18 10 ■ 35-45 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay reservations@ramadashoalbay.com.au ■ www.ramadashoalbay.com.au www.portstephens.org.au

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The Nelson The Nelson Resort has recently undergone a major facelift, and now offers Nelson Bay’s premier accommodation. Being located 100 meters from d’Albora Marinas, you can walk to everything that makes the Bay great – beaches, shops, cafés and parks. All rooms feature private balconies, most with views through the park to the Marina and Port Stephens.

Winner Best Deluxe Hotel at North Coast Tourism Awards ■

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Map 2 O8 ■ 02 4916 4600 ■ 3-7 Government Road Nelson Bay ■ reception@nelsonresort.com.au ■ www.nelsonresort.com.au

Peninsula Nelson Bay The freshly renovated Peninsula Nelson Bay is centrally located on Shoal Bay Road between Shoal Bay Beach and Nelson Bay Marina.

Everything that you would expect from a fully serviced, 4 star Hotel.

With three accommodation styles you’re sure to find one to suit... ranging from the Peninsula Palms 2.5* budget rooms, to the deluxe guest rooms of the Peninsula Hotel and fully equipped apartments (some with spas) of the Peninsula Apartments. Just a two minute walk from Wests Diggers Nelson Bay and a five minute walk to Little Beach.

Newly renovated restaurant & bar with pool deck dinning ■ Room service ■ Open for breakfast 7days - open for lunch & dinner 6 days ■ Outdoor pool and spa ■ Free guest laundry facilities ■ Free Wi-Fi in lobby and restaurant ■ Free off-street parking ■

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Map 2 Q8 ■ 02 4981 3666 ■ 52 Shoal Bay Road Nelson Bay ■ www.facebook.com/PeninsulaNelsonBay ■

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The Oasis One Mile Beach In the bush, beside the beach The Oasis is a secluded retreat with nine self contained bungalows, nestled amongst acres of natural melaleuca rainforest and subtropical gardens. Far from the hustle and bustle, yet minutes to the surrounding beaches and national parks. One Mile Beach is a just a 5-10 minute stroll away.

The Oasis is perfect for a quiet holiday escape, where you can relax, rest and rejuvenate in a peaceful, natural setting. Treat yourself to our relaxation or wellness retreats, which include yoga and tai chi sessions, meditation, massage and more.

Ideal location for conferences and weddings.

Map 2 M14 ■ 02 4982 2801 ■ 5 Koala Place One Mile Beach info@theoasisonemile.com.au ■ www.theoasisonemile.com.au ■ www.facebook.com/theoasisonemile

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Your bush hideaway beside the sand dunes The Retreat Port Stephens offers accommodation options to couples, families, groups and schools. Situated on 4 acres of natural bushland and backing onto the largest living sand dunes in the southern hemisphere, The Retreat is a holiday venue like no other.

Self contained buildings, games room, swimming pool, covered BBQ areas, camp fires, kids playground and just minutes to the local beach.

Ideal venue for school camps, conferences, functions and groups with onsite activities available, full catering and total privacy.

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The Retreat Port Stephens

Marty’s @ Little Beach ... a little slice of heaven From the moment you arrive at Marty’s you’ll notice... it’s the little things that count. A friendlier welcome, some helpful advice and just a little extra care. Quietly nestled between two of Port Stephens’ most idyllic beaches, Marty’s offers stylish motel-style rooms and self-contained apartments in a picture perfect location.

When you arrive, leave the car (and your stress) in the car park - you won’t be needing them - and take a two minute walk west to stunning Little Beach. Soft white sand, perfect swimming for the kids, boat ramp and one of the best scuba diving spots on the east coast.

Need a change? Walk five minutes east and find a protected spot on the uncrowded Shoal Bay Beach - postcard perfect!

Take a big breath in... exhale... now relax a little... you’ve just discovered a little slice of heaven... without costing the earth!

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Map 2 P8 ■ 02 4984 9100 ■ Corner Gowrie Avenue and Intrepid Close Nelson Bay

enquiries@martys.net.au ■ www.martys.net.au ■ www.facebook.com/MartysNelsonBay www.portstephens.org.au

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Wanderers Retreat Treehouses and Cottages Be cradled in the arms of nature in koala habitat, close to beautiful One Mile Beach Romantic ■ Secluded ■ Luxurious spas ■ Bath robes ■ Couples, families, groups ■ Each accommodates 2 up to 9 people ■

Map 2 M14 ■ 02 4982 1702 ■ 7 Koala Place One Mile Beach info@wanderersretreat.com ■ www.wanderersretreat.com

Corlette Palms Motor Inn NRMA ★★★ Quiet, comfortable and affordable Enquire about our excellent specials – browse, book and pay online.

Located within 5 minutes walk to beach, and 5 minutes drive to Nelson Bay’s clubs, restaurants, attractions, and sporting facilities.

All ground floor, air-conditioned, wireless internet.

Pool and BBQ facilities.

Map 2 M8 ■ 02 4981 1833 ■ 104 Sandy Point Rd Corlette

palmsinn@ozemail.com.au ■ www.corlettepalms.com.au

Port Stephens Luxury Apartments

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44 hotel rooms ■ Swimming pool/spa ■ Free Wi-Fi A great place to stay in the heart of Nelson Bay Port Stephens Restaurant ■ Walk to dolphins, whales, beaches & cafés Fabulous water views of Nelson Bay Marina & Port Stephens Harbour Secure free coach & car parking onsite ■ Conference facilities

Map 2 P8 ■ 02 4981 4400 ■ 33 Magnus Street Nelson Bay marinaresort@nelsonbay.com ■ www.marinaresort.com.au ■ www.facebook.com/marinaresortportstephens

Bali At The Bay Winner North Coast Tourism Awards for Unique Accommodation Relaxing - Private - Peaceful Tranquil bush setting, 2 minutes from Shoal Bay beach.

2 x two bedroom self contained Balinese themed apartments ■ Luxury double spa bathrooms, in-house massage, gourmet platters and much more.

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Map 2 Q8 ■ 02 4981 5556 ■ 0425 240 838 1 Achilles Street, Shoal Bay ■ bagus@baliatthebay.com.au ■ www.baliatthebay.com.au

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Magnificent, fully self contained apartments to suit all budgets.

Many of our apartments are in Pacific Blue Resort, home to the biggest pool in the southern hemisphere.

“The place to stay at the bay” ■ Luxurious apartments ■ Secure allocated parking ■ Heated pool ■ Gym and sauna ■ In the heart of Nelson Bay

Map Var ■ 1300 679 559

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Port Stephens The easy way to book online Looking for a camp site? Or have your sights set on a luxury apartment?

Look no further than our website portstephens.org.au.

Hot deals, special offers & everything you need to know about Port Stephens in one easy-to-find place.

Map Var ■ 1800 808 900 ■ www.portstephens.org.au/stay

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Nelson Bay Breeze 180 metres to the beach 200 metres to RSL ■ 5 min stroll to Marina & town centre ■ Two bedroom apartments with spas ■ Large heated pool/spa ■ Like us on Facebook for special offers ■ ■

Map 2 P8 ■ 02 4984 3199 ■ Shoal Bay Road Nelson Bay ■

enquiries@nelsonbaybreeze.com.au ■ www.nelsonbaybreeze.com.au

Ibis Styles Port Stephens Salamander Shores

With stunning self contained apartments which overlook the blue waters of Port Stephens and in the heart of Nelson Bay, the Landmark Resort is ideal for all types of traveller. Ideal location with the bowling club, golf club and tennis courts surrounding the resort and located only minutes from the water’s edge.

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All rooms have air-conditioning, Foxtel, Wi-Fi service available and most rooms have water views.

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Oaks Lure Apartments Modern, friendly apartments in Nelson Bay, Port Stephens Oaks Lure Apartments, in beautiful Nelson Bay, is just a short walk to the marina, restaurants and boutiques, golf courses and sporting clubs. Nelson Bay is a delightful town blessed with unspoilt waterways, natural wonders and a captivating history. Oaks Lure Apartments is the ultimate base to explore the region.

Guests can relax in style and comfort at Oaks Lure with hotel rooms, one and two bedroom apartments with generous living spaces that boast full kitchen facilities with microwave and dishwasher.

Enjoy your holiday, whether it be relaxing next to the heated lap pool or cooking your lunch on the barbecue facilities overlooking landscaped gardens.

Map 2 O9 ■ 02 4980 4888 ■ 1300 669 480 20 Tomaree Street Nelson Bay lure@theoaksgroup.com.au ■ www.oakshotelsresorts.com

Boathouse Resort Tea Gardens ★★★★ Star Come and see why people love Port Stephens’ north shore.

Those looking for a tranquil getaway will be delighted with the Boathouse Resort, located a mere 2.5 hrs drive north of Sydney and a short ferry ride to Nelson Bay. A charming blend of sophistication and simplicity, this resort holds prime position on the waterfront in picturesque Tea Gardens and offers spacious modern apartments, each with a balcony and spa bath.

Certificate of Excellence 2015 - 2014 - 2013

Map 2 Q3 ■ 02 4919 7299 ■ 21-23 Marine Dr, Tea Gardens ■ ■

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LJ Hooker Nelson Bay

Enjoy Port Stephens nature in all its glory!

Holiday Accommodation

PRD Port Stephens specialises in luxury and affordable accommodation. Whether you are whale or dolphin watching, having an adventurous holiday or just enjoying a romantic getaway, we have the property to suit your needs regardless of the season!

We offer a wide selection of self-contained holiday accommodation over the entire Tomaree Peninsular. Catering to all budgets, we have properties ranging from spectacular waterfront views to two bedroom units.

Call our holiday team or book online now!

If you’re thinking of booking your next holiday within Port Stephens, think LJ Hooker Nelson Bay.

Map 2 R8 ■ 02 4984 2000 ■ 63 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay

Map 2 O9 ■ 02 4984 2400 ■ 31 Stockton St Nelson Bay

holidays@prdportstephens.com.au ■ www.holidaysportstephens.com.au ■

nelsonbay@ljh.com.au ■ www.nelsonbayportstephens.com.au www.facebook.com/LJHookerNelsonBay

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Planning a family reunion, a girls weekend, an end of season trip, special birthday or just a quiet family escape to recharge the batteries? Then Port Stephens is the ideal destination for you.

Get together with family and friends and enjoy the simple things in life… a picnic on the beach, a ferry ride to Tea Gardens accompanied by dolphins, or a walk up Tomaree Headland.

Take the opportunity to reconnect with your loved ones - go offline and get on track with a family cycle around the coastline. A Port Stephens escape is the perfect antidote for a busy life. Try yoga on a stand-up paddle board or indulge in a little ahhhh… aromatherapy at the day spa with your bestie.

Bring the team for bonding and recharge after a long season. Race down the sand dunes or race on the go kart track or take a chill pill and play a round of golf.

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Big groups or a couple, adventure or relaxation, luxury or budget, young or… more mature, Port Stephens is your destination to refresh, reconnect and recharge.

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Port Stephens Accommodation We’ve got the place!

Port Stephens Accommodation have one of the largest selections of self contained apartments and houses in Port Stephens’ best locations.

■ Studio apartments through to five bedroom houses ■ Waterfront, waterviews and close to the water ■ Resort apartments and villas - including Horizons Golf Club and Pacific Blue Resort ■ Properties to suit your needs and budget - pet friendly, boat parking, air conditioning, pools, tennis courts, lift access, pay TV, Wi-Fi. ■ Group accommodation packages. ‘Play and Stay’ golf packages.

■ Last minute rates Browse and book online or ring us and we will help you organise the ideal Port Stephens short break or long relaxing holiday.

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Map 2 O9 ■ 02 4981 1577 ■ 5 Stockton Street Nelson Bay ■ holidays@accomnelsonbay.com www.portstephensaccommodation.com ■ www.facebook.com/portstephensaccommodation

Winning Holidays Port Stephens’ largest holiday letting agency for over 40 years!

We are the holiday letting specialists.

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Bed and bath linen included in almost all properties. No need to pack all that extra luggage anymore!

Leave as late as you like on a Sunday! (sub. to availability)

We have everything from 1 bedroom apartments to luxury waterfront mansions. Start planning your next holiday now... www.winningholidays.com.au Making accommodation easier.

Map 2 Var ■ 02 4984 0100 ■ 47 Shoal Bay Rd, Nelson Bay ■ mail@winningholidays.com.au ■

www.winningholidays.com.au ■ www.facebook.com/winningholidays/

Port Stephens Holiday Rentals Servicing Port Stephens & Newcastle coastal regions.

Exclusive selection of apartments & houses from smart budget to total luxury.

Map Var ■ 0415 714 146 ■ info@portstephensholidayrentals.com.au ■

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Tomaree Linen Hire Have a holiday not a wash day Servicing holiday accommodation on the Tomaree Peninsula. Have quality white linen delivered to the property prior to your arrival and picked up after your departure.

Call today and have us tailor a package to suit your needs.

Map Var ■ 0409 222 773 ■ tomareelinen@bigpond.com www.portstephens.org.au

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It’s on...

It’s all happening!

Port Stephens has a vibrant and diverse events calendar with a wide range of festivals, tournaments, competitions, rallies, markets, concerts and regattas throughout the year.

There’s an event to suit every taste and age! With locations across the bays, beaches and on land you’ll find something for lovers of food, wine, music, fishing, running, biking, adventure, yoga or nature to name a few.

From cultural festivals and community events to markets and sporting competitions... we love to congregate, motivate and celebrate whenever we can.

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Weigh anchor at Port Stephens for some of Australia’s biggest on-water events including: The Billfish Shootout, the NSW Gamefishing Tournament and Sail Port Stephens.

Tastes at The Bay brings the best of the region’s wine and food purveyors together for a delicious weekend on the d’Albora Marina.

Join locals and tourists to form The Human Whale on the beach in July and many other events including health & wellbeing, yoga, nature, adventure and sport.

For all you need to know about Port Stephens events go to www.portstephens.org.au/whats-on/events

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Events January • Australia Day Celebrations

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June • Naturefest • Nations of Origin • NSW SLS IRB Championships • Blue Water Country Music Festival

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A wedding to love and cherish...

Whether you’re dreaming of a beach wedding, an eco-chic reception or a desert themed event with camels at sunset, we have the locations, the experience and the people to make your wedding a celebration everyone will remember!

Your guests will be amazed as you step onto the white sand with a backdrop of clear aquamarine waters or a woodland fantasy dripping with fairy lights, or perhaps an Arabian inspired white canopy... like a mirage in the desert dunes - anything is possible with imagination, good styling, a fabulous wedding coordinator and the stunning locations in Port Stephens.

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Spoil yourself with luxury accommodation for your wedding night or honeymoon. Your family and friends will love the range of accommodation styles available - from self contained family holiday cabins to opulent waterfront units or hotel rooms - something to suit both the bridal party and your guests.

Your guests will thank you for taking them to a little piece of paradise where time can be spent on dolphin cruises, kayaking, bushwalking, sailing or just relaxing by the clear blue waters of one of our 26 beaches and bays.

With award winning wedding venues, professional, experienced event organisers, amazing locations and a great range of accommodation - you’re bound to fall in love with a Port Stephens wedding.

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Vehicles... take a stretch hummer, a Harley Davidson, a vintage Rolls, quaint Kombi, even a jet ski - we’ll get you to the church on time.

Catering... a coastal garden party, cocktail food on the balcony, five course extravaganza - the choices are limitless.

Honeymoon... stay in one of our luxury resorts and indulge your senses, or camp out overnight on your own island paradise and check out the moon, honey... in your million star accommodation.

For all you need to know about Port Stephens weddings go to www.portstephens.org.au/weddings

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Whoever said you can’t mix business with pleasure has never been to a Port Stephens business event!

Let’s face it - where else can delegates see historic fighter planes, slide down a sand dune, parasail across a bay, take a yoga class, enjoy fresh lobster on a yacht, watch dolphins dive, bushwalk to a spectacular lookout, taste beer and fresh macadamias and get up close and personal with a whale?

Sure, that bridge in Sydney is impressive, Melbourne trams are quaint, and seals at Sea World are

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adorable... but just take a look at our sparkling bay that’s twice the size of Sydney Harbour, the largest sand dunes in the southern hemisphere, or the amazing untrained seals that you can observe in their natural habitat.

We really do have “beauty rich and rare”. It’s not just our good looks that attract the conference market, we’re also really good at providing memorable activities, brilliant accommodation and great service.

Port Stephens is your destination for relaxation, recreation, education, contemplation, motivation and congregation!

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Easy to access, easy to organise, easy on the eye and easy on the budget. Our experienced ‘unconventional’ Business Events team will tailor a unique and ‘unconventional’ conference, meeting, incentive or event to suit your brief and your budget.

For all you need to know about an unconventional business event in Port Stephens go to our comprehensive website www.portstephens.org.au/conferences

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From fine wine and gourmet food to fabulous events, the Hunter Valley offers a taste of the good life. Australia’s most visited wine region is home to more than 150 top-class wineries, vineyards and cellar doors as well as superb restaurants, championship golf courses, and unique attractions such as Hunter Valley Gardens.

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Situated in the heart of the Hunter Region and bordered by a stunning coastline with beautiful beaches is the City of Newcastle.

Newcastle is a city of rich history, eclectic culture and exquisite scenery. Newcastle has come of age with thriving food & wine, music & art, harbour & beach cultures emerging. Visit Newcastle and you’re sure to find Australia’s seventh largest city has many surprises in store.

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Your Port Stephens quick-find directory to the people, the places, their contacts and locations.

Emergency and Police

Fishing, Diving and Charter

CALL 000 Police, Ambulance, Fire Brigade and Bushfire Brigade

Feet First Dive ■ 02 4984 2092 Shop 17 Centrepoint, 34 Stockton Street Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay Police Station

Hammerhead Charters 0498 479 420 ■ Dock c d'Alboara Marinas Nelson Bay

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Lemon Tree Passage Police Station 02 4982 4753 Raymond Terrace Police Station

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Karuah Police Station

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Medical Nelson Plaza Clinic 02 4981 2555 ■ 29 Stockton Street Nelson Bay Nelson Bay and District Polyclinic ■ Open 24 hours 02 4984 0700 ■ Trevally St, Nelson Bay

Let’s Go Adventures - Dive and Snorkel P22 Map Var 02 4981 4331 ■ d’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

Sand Dunes 4WD Tag-Along & Passenger Tours P28 Map 2 K15 0411 296 288 ■ Gan Gan Road Anna Bay 4WD Tours R Us ■ 02 4981 9352 Lower carpark James Patterson Street Anna Bay Oakfield Ranch Camel Rides ■ 0429 664 172 P28 Map2 K15 Birubi Point Carpark, end of James Patterson Dve Anna Bay

Travel and Visitor Information

Port Stephens 4WD Tours P28 Map 2 K15 02 4984 4760 ■ Shop 3, 35 Stockton Street Nelson Bay

Fly Pelican 02 4965 0111 ■ Suite 2 1 Williamtown Drive, Williamtown

Quad Bike King P29 Map 1 K11 02 4919 0088 ■ 2130 Nelson Bay Road Williamtown

Newcastle Airport P7 Map 1 J11 02 4928 9800 ■ www.newcastleairport.com.au

Sahara Trails Horse Riding P28 Map 2 K13 02 4981 9077 ■ 9 Port Stephens Drive Anna Bay

Port Stephens Coaches P6 Map 2 K12 02 4982 2940 ■ www.pscoaches.com.au

Sand Dune Adventures P29 Map 1 K11 02 4033 8808 ■ 2163 Nelson Bay Road Williamtown

Port Stephens Visitor Information Centre P5 Map 2 O8 02 4980 6900 ■ Victoria Parade, Nelson Bay

Sand Dune Safaris P28 Map 2 K15 02 4982 0602 ■ 11 Soldiers Point Road Soldiers Point

Cruises - Dolphin and Whale Watch

Sporting and Social Clubs

Dolphin Swim Australia P23 Map 2 O8 1300 721 358 ■ Dock C, d’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

Horizons Golf Resort P33 Map 2 K10 02 4982 0474 ■ 5 Horizons Drive Salamander Bay

Imagine Cruises P22 Map 2 O8 02 4984 9000 ■ www.imaginecruises.com.au

Pacific Dunes Golf Club & Country Club P35 Map 1 J10 02 4916 0500 ■ Huntingdale Pl, Medowie

Moonshadow Cruises P21 Map 2 O8 02 4984 9388 ■ www.mooshadow.com.au

Tanilba Bay Golf Club 02 4982 3215 ■ Lemon Tree Passage Road Tanilba Bay

Tamboi Queen Cruises P21 Map 2 O8 02 4984 9388 ■ www.tamboiqueencruises.com

Tilligerry RSL Sports Club 02 4982 3889 ■ 5 Reliance Blvd, Tanilba Bay

Water Rides, Tours and Boat Hire

Shopping

Blue Water Sailing P23 Map 2 M8 0448 111 331 ■ Departs Anchorage Marina Corlette d’Albora Marinas P20 Map 2 O8 02 4984 1333 ■ Teramby Road Nelson Bay FerryLink 02 4981 1959 ■ www.ferrylink.com.au

P24 Map Var

Raymond Terrace Marketplace 02 4987 7686 ■ 35/39 William Street Raymond Terrace Salamander Bay Shopping Centre P33 Map 2 M10 02 4982 0066 ■ 2 Town Centre Circuit Salamander Bay Vitamin Bead 0409 985 299 ■ 2/13 Maxwell Street Tea Gardens

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service P17 Map Var 02 4984 8200 ■ 12B Teramby Road Nelson Bay Port Stephens - Great Lakes Marine Park P13 Map Var 02 4916 3970 ■ Taylors Beach Road Taylors Beach Worimi Conservation Lands P17 Map Var 02 4984 8200 ■ 12B Teramby Road Nelson Bay

Attractions and Tours Forever Gardens P35 Map 2 J9 02 4965 1810 ■ 49 Medowie Road Williamtown Fighter World P33 Map 1 J11 02 4965 1810 ■ 49 Medowie Road Williamtown Go-Karts-Go Nelson Bay P35 Map 2 G13 02 4981 9444 ■ Cnr Marsh Rd & Nelson Bay Rd Bobs Farm Harmony Visions Eco Tours 0414 414 291 ■ Perishing Place Tanilba Bay Holberts Oyster Farm P34 Map 2 J8 02 4982 7234 ■ 52 Diemars Road Salamander Bay Hunter Region Botanic Gardens P34 Map 1 H12 02 4987 1655 ■ 2100 Pacific Highway Heatherbrae Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters P32 Map 2 F13 02 4982 2476 ■ 686 Marsh Rd, Bobs Farm Medowie Macadamia Farm Gift Shop & Cafe P34 Map 1 J9 02 4982 8888 ■ 672 Medowie Road Medowie National Trust Tomago House & Chapel 0413 595 349 ■ 421 Tomago Road, Tomago Nelson Bay Cinemas P34 Map 2 O9 02 4981 2320 ■ 25 Stockton St, Nelson Bay Oakvale Farm and Fauna World P32 Map 2 A15 02 4982 6222 ■ Oakvale Dr, off Nelson Bay Rd, Salt Ash Port Stephens Community Arts Centre P32 Map 2 P8 02 4981 3604 ■ Shoal Bay Road Nelson Bay Port Stephens Mountain Bike Adventures 0487 675 259 ■ www.psmountainbikes.com.au Scooter Me Scooter You P34 Map 2 M14 0477 919 231 ■ 2 Koala Place One Mile Shoal Bay Bike Hire P35 Map 2 P8 02 4981 4121 ■ 2 Koala Place One Mile Skyline Port Stephens P35 Map 2 N10 02 4965 1800 ■ 4967 Nelson Bay Road Nelson Bay Tilligerry Habitat Reserve P35 Map 2 G9 02 4984 5677 ■ 2E King Albert Avenue Tanilba Bay Toboggan Hill Park P32 Map 2 N10 02 4984 1022 ■ Salamander Way Nelson Bay

Miscellaneous Services

Nelson Bay Jet Ski Hire P22 Map 2 O8 0426 424 242 ■ d’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

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National Parks and Marine Park

Port Stephens Paddlesports P20 Map 2 Var 0405 033 518 ■ Nelson/Shoal Bay Beach

Health and Beauty

Karuah Working Together Inc 02 4997 5109 ■ 393 Tarean Road Karuah

Shoal Bay SUP P22 Map 2 R8 0428 604 460 ■ www.shoalbaysup.com.au

Action Diabetes 02 4981 5825 ■ 2/67 Magnus St Nelson Bay

Rotary Club of Nelson Bay 0401 450 239

Tea Gardens Ferry Service P24 Map 2 P8 0419 417 689 ■ Public Wharf Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay Health Foods ■ 02 4981 2030 ■ Shop 8 Cascade Walk, 6 Stockton St Nelson Bay

Cactus Creative Communications 02 4957 7199 ■ 12 Orlando Rd Lambton

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Bed and Breakfast

Cookabarra Restaurant&Function Centre P41 Map 2 F13 02 4982 6740 ■ 476c Marsh Road Bobs Farm

Caswin B&B Salamander Bay ■ 02 4984 7566 190a Soldiers Point Road Salamander Bay

Crest P41 Map 2 K14 02 4919 0446 ■ 73 James Paterson Street Anna Bay

Le Chateau Naturiste B&B 0411 663 983 ■ www.lechateau.com.au

Hog’s Breath Café P38 Map 2 O8 02 4984 2842 ■ Teramby Road Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay Bed and Breakfast 02 4984 3655 ■ 81 Stockton Street Nelson Bay

Inner Light Tea Rooms P41 Map 2 Q7 02 4984 2505 ■ 5A Lighthouse Road Nelson Bay

Peaceful Palms B&B ■ 02 4987 7576 114 Port Stephens Street Raymond Terrace

KFC Salamander Bay ■ 02 4981 0050 P39 Map 2 M10 Cnr Sandy Point & Bagnalls Beach Rds, Salamander Bay

Isabels B&B ■ 02 4984 1466 218 Sandy Point Road Salamander Bay

L’il Buddha Asian Cuisine P38 Map Var Salamander Bay 02 4982 0286 ■ Nelson Bay 02 4984 1888 The Little Nel Café P39 Map 2 O8 02 4916 4600 ■ 3-7 Government Road Nelson Bay Mod Thai Food & Noodle Bar P39 Map Var Nelson Bay 02 4984 4222 ■ Shoal Bay 02 4981 5552 Port Stephens Country Club P38 Map 2 Q8 02 4981 1555 ■ 35-45 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay Sanook Thai Restaurant P41 Map 2 M10 02 4984 3363 ■ 25 Sandy Point Rd Corlette Seabreeze Hotel P41 Map 2 O8 02 4981 1511 ■ 1 Stockton St Nelson Bay Soldiers Point Bowling Club P41 Map 2 K8 02 4982 7173 ■ 118 Soldiers Point Road Soldiers Point Sri Malaysia Restaurant P41 Map 2 P9 02 4984 1233 ■ Shop 3, Austral St Shopping Village, Nelson Bay Taj Tandoori Indian Restaurant P41 Map 2 O8 02 4981 5521 ■ Salamander Bay 02 4919 1679 Wests Nelson Bay Diggers P38 Map 2 P8 02 4981 1344 ■ 88 Shoal Bay Road Nelson Bay The Wood Oven P39 Map 2 O8 02 4984 4800 ■ Upstairs d’Albora Marinas, Nelson Bay

Holiday Letting Agents LJ Hooker Nelson Bay P54 Map 2 O9 02 4984 2400 ■ 31 Stockton Street Nelson Bay Port Stephens Accommodation P55 Map 2 O9 02 4981 1577 ■ 5 Stockton Street Nelson Bay Port Stephens Holiday Rentals P55 Map Var 0415 714 146 ■ www.portstephensholidayrentals.com.au PRDnationwide P54 Map 2 R8 02 4984 2000 ■ 63 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay Winning Holidays P55 Map Var 02 4984 0100 ■ 47 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay

Resorts, Hotels and Motels Anchorage Port Stephens P47 Map 2 M8 02 4984 2555 ■ Corlette Point Road Corlette Boathouse Resort Tea Gardens P53 Map 2 Q3 02 4997 0833 ■ 21-23 Marine Drive Tea Gardens Corlette Palms Motor Inn P52 Map 2 M8 02 4981 1833 ■ 104 Sandy Point Road Corlette Cote D’Azur P52 Map 2 O9 02 4984 9595 ■ 1/61 Donald Street Nelson Bay Ibis Styles Salamander Shores P53 Map 2 K8 1800 655 029 ■ 147 Soldiers Point Road Soldiers Point Landmark Resort Nelson Bay P53 Map 2 O9 02 4984 4633 ■ 61a Dowling St Nelson Bay Mantra Aqua P48 Map 2 O9 02 4916 4777 ■ 1A Tomaree Street Nelson Bay Marina Resort P52 Map 2 P8 02 4981 4400 ■ 33 Magnus Street Nelson Bay Mercure Newcastle Airport 02 4033 8900 ■ 2 Williamtown Drive Williamtown Nelson Bay Breeze P52 Map 2 P8 02 4984 3199 ■ Shoal Bay Road Nelson Bay The Nelson P50 Map 2 O8 02 4916 4600 ■ 3-7 Government Road Nelson Bay Oaks Lure Apartments P53 Map 2 O9 1300 669 480 ■ 20 Tomaree Street Nelson Bay Oaks Pacific Blue Resort P48 Map 2 M10 1300 669 978 ■ 265 Sandy Point Road Salamander Bay

The Port Stephens Visitor Centre can help you find appropriate accommodation, shopping and medical facilities as well as suggestions for short easy walks, fishing, swimming, sight-seeing, lookouts and adventures.

Please contact us on info@portstephens.org.au or 1800 808 900 for assistance.

The Little Beach wheel chair is serviced by council and available for no charge with the use of a MLAK key. It is not a beach chair, it has normal wheels and adjustable arm and foot rests for use on the designated jetty at Little Beach.

For information call Community Planner on 02 4980 0260.

The Oasis One Mile Beach P50 Map 2 M14 02 4982 2801 ■ 5 Koala Place One Mile Beach Peninsula Nelson Bay P50 Map 2 Q8 02 4981 3666 ■ 52 Shoal Bay Road Nelson Bay Port Stephens Luxury Apartments P52 Map Var 1300 679 559 ■ www.portstephens.net.au Ramada Resort Shoal Bay P49 Map 2 R8 1800 18 18 10 ■ 35-45 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay

Self Contained Accomodation

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Restaurants and Cafés

Wanderers Retreat Treehouses & Cottages P52 Map 2 M14 02 4982 1702 ■ 7 Koala Place One Mile Beach

Port Stephens

2 Dogs Cottages 0416 268 679 ■ 24 James Scott Cres Lemon Tree Passage Marty’s @ Little Beach P51 Map 2 P8 02 4984 9100 ■ Cnr. Gowrie Ave and Intrepid Cl, Nelson Bay Tomaree Linen Hire 0409 222 773

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Holiday Parks Active Holiday Parks - One Mile Beach P44 Map 2 N14 1800 650 035 ■ 416 Gan Gan Rd, One Mile

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by Cactus Creative Communications 02 4957 7199 ■ www.cactuscreative.com.au Printed in Australia by Offset Alpine Printing

Active Holiday Parks -Big4 Soldiers Point P44 Map 2 K8 02 4982 7300 ■ 122 Soldiers Point Road Soldiers Point

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Specialty Accommodation

BIG4 Karuah Jetty Village P46 Map 2 D3 02 4997 5520 ■ 88 Holdom Road Karuah

All advertising and editorial enquiries – Destination Port Stephens 02 4981 2964.

Bali At The Bay P52 Map 2 Q8 02 4981 5556 ■ 1 Achilles Street Shoal Bay

Fingal Bay Holiday Park P45 Map 2 Q11 1800 600 203 ■ 52 Marine Drive Fingal Bay

The Retreat Port Stephens P51 Map 2 K13 02 4982 1244 ■ 4302 Nelson Bay Road Anna Bay

Halifax Holiday Park P45 Map 2 Q8 1800 600 201 ■ Beach Road Little Beach, Nelson Bay

Photography acknowledgements – Brent Mail’s Capture Imaging, Colin Grant, Destination Port Stephens, Didj Hopkins, Jason Busch, Jeffrey Drewitz, Beautiful Port Stephens, ME Photography, Destination NSW, Karl Hoffman, Paul Foley’s Lightmoods, Peter Jarver, Ray Alley and all other contributors.

Shoal Bay Holiday Park P45 Map 2 Q8 1800 600 200 ■ 71 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay

Backpackers Melaleuca Surfside Backpackers P46 Map 2 M14 02 4981 9422 ■ 2 Koala Place One Mile Beach Samurai Beach Bungalows P46 Map 2 M13 02 4982 1921 ■ Cnr Frost Rd & Robert Connell Cl, Anna Bay

Island Leisure Village P46 Map 2 I11 02 4982 1207 ■ Fenningham Island Road Anna Bay Port Stephens Treescape P46 Map 2 N13 1800 822 200 ■ 562 Gan Gan Road One Mile

*Var = Various locations.

Important disclaimer – Information contained in this brochure was supplied by individual operators. Therefore whilst every endeavour has been made to ensure accuracy of this information, Destination Port Stephens and its agents cannot be held responsible for any injury, loss or damage, misdescription, inadvertent errors in bookings, or any consequence through the acts of default of any company or person engaged in carrying out any of the bookings of products in this brochure.

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