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Food scene
Wharf Street Cafe
1 Wellington DrGreat place for brunch
Hemmingways Bar & Grill
56-58 Riverside DrSomething a little upmarket... Fancy a cocktail ?
Lom Talay Thai Restaurant
58 Ridge StDelicious local Thai restaurant. Eat in or take away.
Earthbound Bowra
27 Bowra StreetOpen from Tuesday - Saturday. This is the best place to order your coffee from.
A rustic little cafe. Choose a book from the shelf and lose track of time here.
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Bookshop Cafe
21-23 Bowra StA rustic little cafe. Choose a book from the shelf and lose track of time here.
Authentic Indian food at reasonable prices. Eat in or take away
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New River Edge Indian Cuisine
6 Bowra StAuthentic Indian food at reasonable prices. Eat in or take away
Nambucca Heads RSL Club
3 Nelson StFantastic menu with amazing views.
Elk on 38 Tapas bar & restaurant oozes a trendy and moody vibe of dark walls adorned with vibrant artwork, polished wood and comfy armchairs, under the glow of pendent lights. Opt to sit at high stools and sip a drink of choice, while pondering a shared plate menu of deli platters and tapas treats such as mushroom arancini balls, served on a bed of rocket with balsamic glaze. Perhaps delve into meatballs, mint and tomato sauce with warm baguette slices topped with pecorino cheese, or finger lickin' good chicken winglets, drizzled with lime aioli before a sweet treat from the display cabinet.
Elk on 38
38 Wallace StElk on 38 Tapas bar & restaurant oozes a trendy and moody vibe of dark walls adorned with vibrant artwork, polished wood and comfy armchairs, under the glow of pendent lights. Opt to sit at high stools and sip a drink of choice, while pondering a shared plate menu of deli platters and tapas treats such as mushroom arancini balls, served on a bed of rocket with balsamic glaze. Perhaps delve into meatballs, mint and tomato sauce with warm baguette slices topped with pecorino cheese, or finger lickin' good chicken winglets, drizzled with lime aioli before a sweet treat from the display cabinet.
Set above the undulating farmland & lush paddocks our Cafe is now open. Inspired by our many buffalo products our menu will delight. Enjoy fresh, local produce or bring the kids for the creamiest milkshakes.
Friday & Saturday nights are pizza nights - delicious pizza straight from the wood fired oven.
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Eungai Creek Buffalo
50 Elliots RdSet above the undulating farmland & lush paddocks our Cafe is now open. Inspired by our many buffalo products our menu will delight. Enjoy fresh, local produce or bring the kids for the creamiest milkshakes.
Friday & Saturday nights are pizza nights - delicious pizza straight from the wood fired oven.
With views overlooking the ocean and park, The Beach House Cafe is an ideal place to come, relax and enjoy the views and peace.
Our focus is on healthy, wholesome food and we cater for all ages and diets. Healthy salads, vegetarian food, vegan, gluten free, homemade cakes and slices. All our food is made on premises.
We're super stoked to be using Allpress Espresso, the Carmelo blend for our coffee.... its beautiful.
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The Beach House Providore
4 Thompson StWith views overlooking the ocean and park, The Beach House Cafe is an ideal place to come, relax and enjoy the views and peace.
Our focus is on healthy, wholesome food and we cater for all ages and diets. Healthy salads, vegetarian food, vegan, gluten free, homemade cakes and slices. All our food is made on premises.
We're super stoked to be using Allpress Espresso, the Carmelo blend for our coffee.... its beautiful.
Lovely little cafe down the Main St of Nambucca. Grab a coffee and some cake and soak and enjoy the good times.
Good Time Charlie's
22 Bowra StLovely little cafe down the Main St of Nambucca. Grab a coffee and some cake and soak and enjoy the good times.
Enjoy the river views on the deck at the V-Wall Tavern. Fantastic selection of meals to choose from including fresh seafood.
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V Wall Tavern
50 Wellington DrEnjoy the river views on the deck at the V-Wall Tavern. Fantastic selection of meals to choose from including fresh seafood.
Matildas Restaurant
6 Wellington DrBest wood fired pizzas in town
Outdoor activities
Hire a canoe or stand up paddle board here.
http://nambuccaboatshed.com.au/
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Nambucca Boatshed & Cafe
Riverside DriveHire a canoe or stand up paddle board here.
http://nambuccaboatshed.com.au/
Fancy a hit of golf on a beautiful island?Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club has to be one of the most picturesque public golf courses in Australia. Its unique location on Stuart Island surrounded by the Nambucca River at Nambucca Heads makes it a magnificent setting for a game of golf. Where else can you play golf while watching dolphins swim by in the pristine river while an abundance of bird life including pelicans, osprey and sea eagles fly overhead.
But this is not just a great location. The par 69, 18 hole layout designed by Ross Watson is both a challenge for the experienced player but enjoyable for an average golfer. It is a flat easy walk on fairways lined with she oak and paper bark trees. Our Bent Grass greens are often described as the best north of Newcastle and are the result of decades of dedicated work.
https://www.namgolf.com/
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Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club
Stuart IslandFancy a hit of golf on a beautiful island?Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club has to be one of the most picturesque public golf courses in Australia. Its unique location on Stuart Island surrounded by the Nambucca River at Nambucca Heads makes it a magnificent setting for a game of golf. Where else can you play golf while watching dolphins swim by in the pristine river while an abundance of bird life including pelicans, osprey and sea eagles fly overhead.
But this is not just a great location. The par 69, 18 hole layout designed by Ross Watson is both a challenge for the experienced player but enjoyable for an average golfer. It is a flat easy walk on fairways lined with she oak and paper bark trees. Our Bent Grass greens are often described as the best north of Newcastle and are the result of decades of dedicated work.
https://www.namgolf.com/
Court Hire
Court hire is available 7 days a week between 8am - 6pm, subject to availability
Vistor Court Hire Fees
$15 for the first hour
$20 for 2 hours
Member Fees
$7.50 - for the first hour
$10 for 2 hours
Contact the office of Marcel Towers 12-14 Wellington Drive, Nambucca Heads 02 6568 7041 to hire, key pick-up: racquets and balls.
https://marceltowers.com.au/
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Nambucca Heads RSL Club
3 Nelson StCourt Hire
Court hire is available 7 days a week between 8am - 6pm, subject to availability
Vistor Court Hire Fees
$15 for the first hour
$20 for 2 hours
Member Fees
$7.50 - for the first hour
$10 for 2 hours
Contact the office of Marcel Towers 12-14 Wellington Drive, Nambucca Heads 02 6568 7041 to hire, key pick-up: racquets and balls.
https://marceltowers.com.au/
Hire some bikes and ride through the lush green forest.
http://www.jacksridge.com.au/
Jack's Ridge Mountain Bike Park
Teague Ridge RoadHire some bikes and ride through the lush green forest.
http://www.jacksridge.com.au/
Fancy a scenic sunset canoe trip tour on the Belinger River.
Just a 25 minute drive from Hyland Park.https://canoeadventures.com.au/
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Bellingen Canoe Adventures
4 Tyson StFancy a scenic sunset canoe trip tour on the Belinger River.
Just a 25 minute drive from Hyland Park.https://canoeadventures.com.au/
Book in for a surf lesson and ride the waves at Scott's Head.
https://trentmunro.com/learn-to-surf/
Trent Munro Surf Academy
West StreetBook in for a surf lesson and ride the waves at Scott's Head.
https://trentmunro.com/learn-to-surf/
Do you feel like going horse riding along the beach?
35 minute drive from Hyland Park
https://www.valerytrails.com.au/beach-rides
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Valery Trails & Horse Riding Centre
804 Valery RdDo you feel like going horse riding along the beach?
35 minute drive from Hyland Park
https://www.valerytrails.com.au/beach-rides
If you feel like having a BBQ during your stay, Bellwood Park is the place to do it. There is a fantastic playground for the kids, tables and chairs and a beautiful view of the Nambucca river to enjoy. If it's a sunny day take your swimsuit and jump in the river for a swim.
https://m.jumpon.online/attraction/bellwood-park
Bellwood Drive
Bellwood DriveIf you feel like having a BBQ during your stay, Bellwood Park is the place to do it. There is a fantastic playground for the kids, tables and chairs and a beautiful view of the Nambucca river to enjoy. If it's a sunny day take your swimsuit and jump in the river for a swim.
https://m.jumpon.online/attraction/bellwood-park
Hire a surf board or Stand up Paddle board and ride the local waves.
https://www.coastalcurves.com/rentals/
Coastal Curves Surf Shop
42 Bowra StreetHire a surf board or Stand up Paddle board and ride the local waves.
https://www.coastalcurves.com/rentals/
Beaches
Shelly Beach
A fantastic little surf beach
Take a stroll and enjoy the outdoor rock art gallery or if you're feeling inspired why not paint a rock yourself?
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The V Wall
52 Wellington DrTake a stroll and enjoy the outdoor rock art gallery or if you're feeling inspired why not paint a rock yourself?
Great beaches for the experienced board rider, Para sailing, sail boarding, fishing, beach walking and family picnics: this small town has it all.
Gumbaynggirr Dreamtime Tours
also take place at Valla Beach.
Come and join in on a rich cultural experience on Gumbaynggirr homeland.
Well-known cultural man and Aboriginal elder Uncle Micklo will share with you Gumbaynggirr stories, songs, language, smoking, how to look for bush tucker and ochre, get painted up. Our highlights are hunting techniques such as throwing spears and boomerangs – ...and yes, and you can try this, too! Don’t miss out on this unique cultural experience.
Costs: 60 AUD p.p.
Bookings essentials: Michael.Jarrett@det.nsw.edu.au
ph:0475 950 801
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Valla Beach
Great beaches for the experienced board rider, Para sailing, sail boarding, fishing, beach walking and family picnics: this small town has it all.
Gumbaynggirr Dreamtime Tours
also take place at Valla Beach.
Come and join in on a rich cultural experience on Gumbaynggirr homeland.
Well-known cultural man and Aboriginal elder Uncle Micklo will share with you Gumbaynggirr stories, songs, language, smoking, how to look for bush tucker and ochre, get painted up. Our highlights are hunting techniques such as throwing spears and boomerangs – ...and yes, and you can try this, too! Don’t miss out on this unique cultural experience.
Costs: 60 AUD p.p.
Bookings essentials: Michael.Jarrett@det.nsw.edu.au
ph:0475 950 801
A small coastal town at the mouth of the Macleay River, South West Rocks makes for an idyllic seaside escape. Flanked by sandy beaches and national parks, it’s known for its picturesque Norfolk pines, family-friendly atmosphere, intriguing colonial heritage and exceptional diving.
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South West Rocks
A small coastal town at the mouth of the Macleay River, South West Rocks makes for an idyllic seaside escape. Flanked by sandy beaches and national parks, it’s known for its picturesque Norfolk pines, family-friendly atmosphere, intriguing colonial heritage and exceptional diving.
Indoor activities
Fancy seeing a film?https://www.majesticcinemas.com.au/Page/Now-Showing
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Majestic Cinemas - Nambucca Heads
Giinagay WayFancy seeing a film?https://www.majesticcinemas.com.au/Page/Now-Showing
Neighbourhoods
Idyllic beaches, cool cafes and a magnificent national park make Sawtell a perfect beachside escape on the beautiful Coffs Coast. Enjoy kayaking, fishing, surfing and bushwalking and visit Bongil Bongil National Park to meet resident koalas. Whale watching is also popular from the headlands.
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Sawtell Beach
Idyllic beaches, cool cafes and a magnificent national park make Sawtell a perfect beachside escape on the beautiful Coffs Coast. Enjoy kayaking, fishing, surfing and bushwalking and visit Bongil Bongil National Park to meet resident koalas. Whale watching is also popular from the headlands.
The quaint town of Bellingen is peppered with restaurants, cafes and bars. Soak up the beautiful weather by going alfresco at the Black Bear or grab a high chair at Hyde and people watch over a cup of coffee. Sunny afternoons are also a perfect excuse for a scoop of award winning ice-cream at Bellingen Gelato Bar
To delve into Bellingen’s artsy side, walk it off at the Old Butter Factory – a shopping arcade with art galleries, leather goods and woodcraft.
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Bellingen
The quaint town of Bellingen is peppered with restaurants, cafes and bars. Soak up the beautiful weather by going alfresco at the Black Bear or grab a high chair at Hyde and people watch over a cup of coffee. Sunny afternoons are also a perfect excuse for a scoop of award winning ice-cream at Bellingen Gelato Bar
To delve into Bellingen’s artsy side, walk it off at the Old Butter Factory – a shopping arcade with art galleries, leather goods and woodcraft.
The Urunga Boardwalk has to be one of the best boardwalks on the east coast, with spectacular views from the entire length of the boardwalk.
Starting from the charming town of Urunga, the boardwalk passes along the banks of the Kalang River, to the junction with the Bellinger River and out to the ocean, with stunning views inland past Urunga town and up the river valleys to the Great Dividing Range, north across the rivers to Mylestom Spit and south along the beach to Picket Hill and beyond to Nambucca Heads.
The entire length of the boardwalk is wheelchair accessible. There are numerous rest areas with seating, as well as many interpretive signs along the boardwalk pointing out items of interest and telling the history of the area.
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Urunga
The Urunga Boardwalk has to be one of the best boardwalks on the east coast, with spectacular views from the entire length of the boardwalk.
Starting from the charming town of Urunga, the boardwalk passes along the banks of the Kalang River, to the junction with the Bellinger River and out to the ocean, with stunning views inland past Urunga town and up the river valleys to the Great Dividing Range, north across the rivers to Mylestom Spit and south along the beach to Picket Hill and beyond to Nambucca Heads.
The entire length of the boardwalk is wheelchair accessible. There are numerous rest areas with seating, as well as many interpretive signs along the boardwalk pointing out items of interest and telling the history of the area.
Dorrigo National Park, which is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, is a short drive from the town. Just north of Dorrigo amid the rolling farmland is Dangar Falls, a lovely waterfall with a drop of 30 metres with a viewing platform and a walking trail to the bottom of the falls.
Begin your rainforest adventure at the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre. There are exhibitions on the flora and the many intriguing animals, including the lyrebird, a native bird with the ability to imitate almost any sound. Walking trails also depart from the centre, including a trail to the spectacular elevated Skywalk lookout.
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Dorrigo
Dorrigo National Park, which is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, is a short drive from the town. Just north of Dorrigo amid the rolling farmland is Dangar Falls, a lovely waterfall with a drop of 30 metres with a viewing platform and a walking trail to the bottom of the falls.
Begin your rainforest adventure at the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre. There are exhibitions on the flora and the many intriguing animals, including the lyrebird, a native bird with the ability to imitate almost any sound. Walking trails also depart from the centre, including a trail to the spectacular elevated Skywalk lookout.
At the southern end of Nambucca Shire, Scotts Head is an idyllic place for families to visit. The sands of Main Beach stretch for miles to the north making it the perfect place to enjoy a solitary walk, build a sandcastle, paddle in clear water or run across sand so clean it squeaks beneath your feet. While the gentle waves are perfect for young children, a variety of surf breaks make it a popular spot for all surfers. This beach is patrolled daily during summer holidays and at weekends from October to Easter.
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Scotts Head
At the southern end of Nambucca Shire, Scotts Head is an idyllic place for families to visit. The sands of Main Beach stretch for miles to the north making it the perfect place to enjoy a solitary walk, build a sandcastle, paddle in clear water or run across sand so clean it squeaks beneath your feet. While the gentle waves are perfect for young children, a variety of surf breaks make it a popular spot for all surfers. This beach is patrolled daily during summer holidays and at weekends from October to Easter.
Nestled on the banks of the Macleay River, Gladstone is a charming little village brimming with creativity, history and culture. Listed as a ‘Creative Community’ on the Mid North Coast Arts Trail, the village is home to 19 preserved historical buildings and a host of art galleries, boutiques and cafe.
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Gladstone
Nestled on the banks of the Macleay River, Gladstone is a charming little village brimming with creativity, history and culture. Listed as a ‘Creative Community’ on the Mid North Coast Arts Trail, the village is home to 19 preserved historical buildings and a host of art galleries, boutiques and cafe.