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Great things to do
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e n i g a Im this... your own patch of sand miles away from the crowds... a visit to a winery where you can spend the afternoon chatting direct with the grower... taking the boat out and having lunch on your own island... paddling across a pristine lake to a secret swimming spot... mountain biking through ancient forests... lying awake at night hearing nothing but the sound of the water!
Barrington Outdoor Adventure Centre
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Feel the rush - white water kayak and mountain bike.
The Great Lakes is one of the country’s biggest adventure playgrounds and it’s breathtaking, in more ways than one.
126 Thunderbolts Way Gloucester 2422 P: 02 6558 2093 adventure@boac.com.au www.boac.com.au
Clarendon Forest Retreat
Coastal Skydivers
Forest Lodge Horseriding
Fun, scenic and exciting horseriding experience.
The most exciting activity on the coast.
The thrill of riding forest trails on horseback or trail bike.
150 Coates Road Possum Brush 2430 P: 02 6554 3162 sharyn@cfr.com.au www.cfr.com.au
Hangar 7 Port Macquarie Airport 2444 M: 0428 471 227 jumpportmac@bigpond.com www.coastalskydivers.com
610 Wootton Way Bulahdelah 2423 P: 02 4997 4511 info@forestlodgehorseriding.com.au www.forestlodgehorseriding.com.au
Horse About Tours
Sky Diving Drop Zone
TreeTop Adventure Park
The only beach ride in the Great Lakes.
Tandem skydiving at Taree airport.
Enjoy 90 different challenges in the tree tops.
M: 0423 830 738
Hangar 14 Taree Airport 2430 M: 0418 730 741 skydiving@westnet.com.au www.greatlakes.org.au
Blue Gum Hill Regional Park Minmi Road 2287 P: 02 4026 7617 bluegumhills@ttap.com.au
On the Mid North Coast, less than 3 hours from Sydney, you will find all this and more in the Great Lakes. This is where the magnificent eastern dividing range forms a backdrop to one of the most dazzling stretches of coast you will ever see. The Great Lakes is a region full of unique and memorable experiences and a space where you can find a great adventure. With its 145 kilometres of stunning coastline and glittering mosaic of crystal clear inland waterways based around the impressive Wallis, Smiths and Myall lakes networks the Great Lakes is a water playground. Throughout the region you can experience nature’s varied moods, from wide expanses of sub tropical forests to the tranquillity of a deserted beach during a brilliant sunset. Secluded bays and exciting surf beaches, stunning coastal landscapes and historic hinterland combine to make the Great Lakes the perfect destination. There is no shortage of things to do catering for all ages. Swimming, golf, sailing, kayaking, trekking, fishing, diving, mountain biking, amusement parks, unique shopping, clubs, fine dining, markets and numerous events are but a few of the experiences that await the visitor. The Great Lakes has all you need to create memories that will last a lifetime. Choose your own destination and choose your own pace. You can base yourself anywhere... Forster/Tuncurry, Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest, Pacific Palms, Bulahdelah or the many secluded retreats scattered through the hinterland. Life is about great experiences, so ‘get amongst it!’ To book a great experience contact Great Lakes Tourism on 1800 802 692, tourism@greatlakes.nsw.gov.au or visit www.greatlakes.org.au
For Enquiries Call 1800 802 692
www.treetopadventurepark.com.au
www.greatlakes.org.au
Water This is what the Great Lakes is famous for - endless clear blue water. ‘On, in or under’, you have to get wet sometime in the Great Lakes!
Action Divers
Free Spirit Cruises
Great Lakes Bike & Board Hire
Port Stephens Ferry Service
Award winning dive operator.
Fabulous lunch cruise on the stunning Wallis Lake.
Hire bikes and boards when you get here!
Sail away to Tea Gardens and go back in time.
4/1-5 Manning Street Tuncurry 2428 P: 02 6555 4053 info@actiondivers.com.au www.actiondivers.com.au
Little Street Forster 2428 M: 0427 592 899 enquiries@freespiritcruises.com.au www.freespiritcruises.com.au
Boomerang Drive Pacific Palms 2428 P: 0411 568 022 info@midcoastshuttle.com www.midcoastshuttle.com
Victoria Road Nelson Bay 2315 M: 0412 682 117 psferryservice@optusnet.com.au www.greatlakes.org.au
Amaroo Cruises
Blue Peter Boatshed
Boab Boat Hire
Lazy Paddles
Tamboi Queen Cruises
Ocean Quest Deep Sea Fishing Charters
2 hour dolphin watch cruise. Family owned since 1978.
Boat hire at great rates + free fishing advice all year around!
Easy, affordable and safe boat and equipment hire.
Guided kayak tours. Kayak hire available.
Dolphin and whale watch cruises.
Award winning half day deep sea fishing charter.
Memorial Drive Forster 2428 M: 0419 333 445
Forster 2428 1300 002 622 mstark@boabboathire.com.au www.boabboathire.com.au
www.amaroocruises.com.au
95 Little Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6555 6506 nixon@dragnet.com.au www.bluepeterboathire.com
73 Marine Drive Tea Gardens 2324 M: 0412 832 220 info@lazypaddles.com.au www.lazypaddles.com.au
41 Danalene Pde Salamander Bay 2317 P: 02 4981 1959 cruises@tamboiqueencruises.com www.tamboiqueencruises.com
Forster Boat Harbour Forster 2428 M: 0427 777 139 fishing@actiondivers.com.au www.actiondivers.com.au
Forster Dive Centre
Forster Estuary Charters
Forster Fishing Charters
Waterline Boathouse
Offering dive courses from beginner to professional.
Guided fishing charters on Wallis Lake.
Ocean fishing charters, dolphin watching and snokelling.
Boat hire, fishing tackle & more.
11-13 Little Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6555 4477 dive@forsterdivecentre.com.au www.forsterdivecentre.com.au
Waterline Boathouse Little Street, Forster, 2428 M: 0427 431 131 tony@forsterestuarycharters.com www.forsterestuarycharters.com
1 Cape Street Tuncurry 2428 M: 0409 352 871 forsterfishcharters@bigpond.com www.forsterfishingcharters.com
15 Little Street, Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 6321 paul@waterlineboathouse.com.au www.greatlakes.org.au
dolphinwatchforster@bigpond.com
For Enquiries Call 1800 802 692
Need more information?
Give us a call!
1800 802 692 www.greatlakes.org.au
www.greatlakes.org.au
Artisans Retreat
Create
Craft workshops for young and old.
Hand made in the Great Lakes. What better way to get to know a place than through its arts & craft. Better still there’s something special about making something yourself.
702 Tinonee Road Mondrook 2430 P: 02 6553 1199 crafty@artisansretreat.com www.artisansretreat.com
Bulahdelah Golf Club
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Picturesque nine hole country golf course.
Whether it’s on wheels, on foot or shooting down a sand dune - there’s an adventure waiting for you in the Great Lakes.
Pacific Highway Bulahdelah 2423 P: 02 4997 4327 Bulahdelahgolf@tsn.cc www.greatlakes.org.au
Forster Arts & Crafts Centre
Forster Wood Gallery & Craft Supplies
Lakes Street Art Gallery
Driving Range & Aquatic Golf
Forster Squash Centre
Great Lakes Aquatic & Leisure Centre
The largest working Craft Centre in NSW.
Local wood turning and craft gallery.
Enjoy the visual feast, you may even find a masterpiece.
Practise your golf, have some fun or have lessons.
Open 7 days - offers something for all players.
Indoor pools, spa, and gym. Programs for the whole family.
Breese Parade Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 6900 tourism@greatlakes.nsw.gov.au www.greatlakes.org.au
2/9 Thora Close Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 8936 gecoles@hotmail.com www.greatlakes.org.au
34 Lake Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 5855 vickibullard@hotmail.com www.glas.org.au
Chapmans Road Tuncurry 2428 M: 0417 456 938 www.tfjc.info/driving
16 Cross Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 6022 greatlakesquash@bigpond.com www.greatlakes.org.au
Lake Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6591 7199 aquatic@greatlakes.nsw.gov.au www.greatlakesaquaticcentre.com
Myall Community Arts & Craft Centre
Whitewashed Gallery
Tobwabba Art
Forster Tuncurry Golf Club
SweatShed
Taree Ten Pin Bowl
A creative place to learn and shop! Open 7 days.
Art gallery and recycled wares.
Award winning gallery of Australian Aboriginal Art.
Two great 18 hole courses
The place to go for fitness, fun and a little sweat!
Taree Tenpin is for everyone.
Myall Street Tea Gardens 2324 P: 02 4997 0270 www.myallartandcraft.com.au
2/20 Diamond Drive Diamond Beach 2430 M: 0409 618 722 Kaz4art@hotmail.com www.greatlakes.org.au
10 Breckenridge Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 5755 flalc@tobwabba.com.au www.tobwabba.com.au
5 Enterprise Court Forster 2428 P: 02 6555 8011 info@sweatshed.com.au www.sweatshed.com.au
55 Muldoon Street Taree 2430 P: 02 6552 4733 tareelocalz@hotmail.com www.greatlakes.org.au
For Enquiries Call 1800 802 692
Strand Street, Forster & Northern Pkway Tuncurry P: 02 6554 6799 admin@forstertuncurrygolf.com.au
www.forstertuncurrygolf.com.au
www.greatlakes.org.au
Family There is something for everyone & for all weather conditions in the Great Lakes. Get the whole family out and exploring. Club Forster
The Great Lakes Family Entertainment Centre. 19 Strand Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6591 6591 enquiries@clubforster.com.au www.clubforster.com.au
Discovery, Walks, Talks + Tours
Uncover the secrets of our 3 National Parks. Whether you’re 5 years old or 95 there’s a discovery tour for you. Most run during school holidays. P: 02 6591 0300
Forster Kids Spot
Great Lakes Historical Museum
The Great Lakes ONLY indoor Play Centre/Cafe.
Come and browse the buildings and archives.
3 / 4 Enterprise Court Forster 2428 P: 02 6557 2767 pcsam1@bp.com www.greatlakes.org.au
1 Capel Street Tuncurry 2428 P: 02 6554 6275 G.L.Museum@ceinternet.com.au www.greatlakesmuseum.com
For Enquiries Call 1800 802 692
Bulahdelah Courthouse Museum
Little Darlings Doll Museum & Café
Pacific Palms Creative Writing Courses
Photos, genealogy, indigenous displays and more.
Great place to unwind and relive your childhood.
With award winning travel writer Daniel Scott.
2 Anne Street Bulahdelah 2423 P: 0407 758 804 bhs@westnet.com.au www.greatlakes.org.au
Cnr Failford Road & The Lakes Way, Failford 2428 P: 02 6554 3131 joanashard@bigpond.com www.greatlakes.org.au
55 Coomba Road Charlotte Bay 2428 P: 02 6554 0962 danielscott@bigpond.com
Pacific Palms Community Centre, The Lakesway (Book at Palms Oasis Supermarket) P: 02 6554 0286
Travis C Entertainment
Sporties Tuncurry
Stroud Historical Museum
The Big Buzz Fun Park
Professional DJ & MC 20 years experience in weddings & corporate events.
Where the good sorts and the good sports meet.
Experience Stroud’s local history first hand.
25 acres of adventure and fun.
Beach Street Tuncurry 2428 P: 02 6554 9270 sports@clubforster.com.au www.clubforster.com.au
The Courthouse, Cowper Street Stroud 2425 M: 0427 945 420 stroudhistorical@bigpond.com www.stroudhistoricalsociety.com
The Lakes Way Rainbow Flat 2428 P: 02 6553 6000 thebigbuzz@tsn.cc www.bigbuzz.com.au
The National Motorcycle Museum
Ton O Fun Family Fun Park
Tuncurry Bowling Club
Australia’s largest collection of vintage, veteran motorcycles.
A great day out for kids of all ages!
33 Clarkson Street Nabiac 2312 M: 0438 655 413
44 Ton O Fun Road Tuncurry 2428 P: 02 6554 3090 tonto@tonofun.com.au www.tonofun.com.au
Great Lakes M: 0411 296 806 Traav72@hotmail.com www.greatlakes.org.au
Great Lakes Libraries
Everything you will ever need for a great read. Free internet access. Great Lakes. P: 02 6591 7256 library@greatlakes.nsw.gov.au www.greatlakes.nsw.gov.au/library
margaret.kelleher@westnet.com.au www.nationalmotorcyclemuseum.com.au
Putt-Putt Golf
Great fun for all the family!
For dinner, lunch, socialising and entertainment. It’s more than just bowls! 21 Parkes Street, Tuncurry 2428 P: 02 6554 6477 manager@tuncurrybowling.com.au
www.tuncurrybowling.com.au
www.greatlakes.org.au
Fuel Award winning restaurants, unique cafes & food to go, all serving great combinations of local produce. You have to eat & the Great Lakes has some special places to do that.
Beach Bums Café
Kingfisher Restaurant/Café
Mondrook Garden Café & Gallery
Pacific Palms Fresh Seafood
Only 5 steps to the sand shoes optional!
Café by day, restaurant by night. Children catered for.
Set in acres of beautiful gardens, bird feeding daily.
Fresh quality seafood at competitive prices.
Cnr of Beach & North Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6555 2840 info@beachbumscafe.com.au www.beachbumscafe.com.au
285 Boomerang Drive Blueys Beach 2428 P: 02 6552 9222 enquiries@kingfishercafe.com.au www.kingfishercafe.com.au
699 Tionee Road Mondrook 2430 P: 02 6553 1423 dennis.mclachlan@bigpond.com www.mondrookgardens.com.au
210 Charlotte Bay Street Pacific Palms 2428 P: 02 6554 0980 pacificpalmsseafood@y7mail.com
www.greatlakes.org.au
Boxfish Casual Cuisine
Claudio’s at Forster
Danny’s Family Restaurant
Paradise Marina
Red Tail Wines
Sinners & Saints Ice Creamery
Food with a view, overlooking Wallis Lake.
Italian seafood cuisine using traditional Italian recipes.
All you can eat buffet style dinner & bistro lunches
Only venue for breakfast and lunch over the water.
Offering wine tastings and cellar door sales.
One of the best ice creameries in Australia.
Shop 4 2/6 Wharf Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6557 2577 jan_500@hotmail.com www.greatlakes.org.au
6 Head Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6557 5500 claudiosatforster@bigpond.com www.greatlakes.org.au
Forster Bowling Club Strand Street, Forster 2428 P: 02 6557 2202
51 Little Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 7071 paradise@paradisemarina.com.au www.paradisemarina.com.au
15 Pinnacle Place Marlee 2429 P: 02 6550 5084 select@rtwines.com.au www.redtailwines.com.au
2/20 Wharf Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 5361 ozbiz@midcoast.com.au www.greatlakes.org.au
Graham Barclay Oysters Pty Ltd
Great Lakes Winery
Jenz at Blueys Beach
Terra Cottage Gallery & Café
The Aztec Forster
The Dorsal Hotel Restaurant & Bar
The largest Sydney Rock Oyster producer in Australia.
Family run boutique winery and cattle farm.
Ambience, coffee and gifts.
Cnr. Mark & Little Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 7455 gboysters@bigpond.com www.greatlakes.org.au
115 Herivals Road Wootton 2423 P: 02 4997 7255 info@greatlakeswines.com.au www.greatlakeswines.com.au
For Enquiries Call 1800 802 692
204 Boomerang Drive Blueys Beach 2428 P: 02 6554 0582 tjjmevans@bigpond.com ww.jenzatblueysbeach.com.au
Fine food and vast display of wares from around the world. 17 Cowper Street Stroud 2425 P: 02 4994 5338 terracottagegallery@bigpond.com www.greatlakes.org.au
Capture the sunset from our balcony while enjoying Mexican food and drinks. 8 Little Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 5906 www.aztecmontezumas.com.au
Eclectic range of traditional and contemporary dishes. 1 West Street Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 8766 reception@dorsalhotel.com.au www.dorsalhotel.com.au
www.greatlakes.org.au
The Great Lakes Winery Tour
Tour offers the best of our local wines and country dining including transport and breathtaking scenery. Great Lakes NSW P: 02 6552 9114 info@midcoastshuttle.com
Wallamba Vale Wines
Boutique Winery located in the Wallambah Valley. 2692 Wallambah Road Firefly 2429 P: 02 6559 1784 stephenheap@live.com.au www.greatlakes.org.au
Relax Take time out to recharge & refresh with some well deserved pampering.
Need somewhere to stay?
Stockland Forster
Shop
Book accommodation at:
Coles, Aldi, Kmart, Target Country, Bunnings and over 75 specialty stores.
www.greatlakes.org.au or call:
1800 802 692
From shopping malls to quirky antique shops - there’s a retail experience to suit everyone.
AvantGarde Hair Creations
Black Possums Fabrics
Bulahdelah Post Office
Your Home Choices
Boutique salon on Forster’s Waterfront
For all your craft, fabric and quilting needs.
For all your postal & business needs
Unique Display Centre full of innovative building ideas.
Shop 1, 197 Myall Street Tea Gardens 2423 P: 02 4997 0866
88 Strand Street Bulahdelah, 2423 P: 02 4997 4283 tuppin@bigpond.com
1/6 Enterprise Court Forster 2428 P: 02 6555 9001
18 Little Street, Forster, 2428 P: 02 6554 6329 enquiries@ avantgardehaircreations.com.au www.avantgardehaircreations. com.au
blackpossumfabrics@hotmail.com
www.blackpossumfabrics.net
endota Spa
Great Lakes Naturopathic Centre
Paul King Massage & Associates
Manning Shoe Store
All Australian, indigenous inspired treatments & products.
Naturopathic & massage services
Holistic therapists with a relaxed environment.
Stockists of fashion, comfort & sporting footwear.
Diamond Beach Australis Resort & Wharf Street Forster P: 02 6557 3801
12-16 Wallis Street, Forster, 2428 P: 02 6554 6747 glnc@tpg.com.au www.greatlakes naturopathiccentre.com.au
diamondbeach@endota.com.au
www.endota.com.au
For Enquiries Call 1800 802 692
Breese Pde, Forster 2428 P: 02 6554 5044 forster@stockland.com.au www.stockland.com.au/forster
Forster Health Solutions 111 Macintosh Street Forster, NSW, 2428 P: 02 6555 4062 forsterhealthsolutions@bigpond.com www.naturaltherapypages.com.au
47 Wharf Street Forster, 2428 P: 02 6554 7877 sales@manningshoes.com.au www.manningshoes.com.au
yourhomechoices@bigpond.com
www.yourhomechoices.com
Need more information?
Give us a call!
1800 802 692 www.greatlakes.org.au
www.greatlakes.org.au
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Commotion by the Ocean, Tuncurry Australia Day Celebrations Pro-Formula Windsurfing Australian Champs
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Bulahdelah Bass Festival & Bass Bash Ball Battle of the Boats, Pacific Palms
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Great Lakes Fishing Carnival, Forster Chill Out Surf Classic, Forster Hawks Nest Motor Fest Great Lakes Viking Challenge, Forster Nabiac Show
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Stroud Agricultural Show Myall Classic Golf Tournament, Hawks Nest Club 2 Club Ocean Swim, Forster Pacific Palms Rock to Rock Swim Art Expo, Tea Gardens Triathlon Club Championships
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Forster Adventure Race
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Pacific Palms Arts Festival Great Lakes Orchid Show
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Forster Keys Family Fun Weekend Stroud Brick & Rolling Pin Throwing Contest Pro Junior Surfing Titles Country Tennis Titles, Forster
August
International Lighthouse Week, Seal Rocks Myall Stages Rally, Bulahdelah
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