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Evans Head
Is a peaceful coastal village surrounded by National Parks and beautiful sandy beaches
Peter Wotton
Surrounded by National Parks and beautiful sandy beaches, Evans Head is renowned for great surfing and spectacular views. The Bundjalung National Park surrounds the town, and it offers many scenic walks, picnic areas and the chance to spot some local wildlife
CYCLE, WALK or SKATE on the extensive shared walk/ride/scooter footpaths to experience Evans Head and join the locals on their morning and afternoon walk which starts at the Surf Club Take your time, and just south, over the bridge, is gym equipment and the opportunity to stop for fish and chips at the Evans Head Fish Co-op, for the energy to get you to Razorback Lookout for some Whale watching Further on, Dirawong Reserve Coastal Walks holds great spiritual significance for the Traditional custodians The Dirawong, also known as the Goanna Spirit, is home to many sacred and native animals We ask that all who walk on this reserve, treat it with respect by remaining on the walking tracks Please be mindful that some may have steep climbs or rocky high points
In amongst the natural beauty, Evans Head hosts a unique Australian aviation event ‘The Great Eastern Fly In’ Cancelled so far this year but keep posted The Evans Head Heritage Aviation Museum is open on weekends Pilots and their families and friends fly in from all over Australia to enjoy a great summer holiday with a difference, and you too can have your own flying experience by visiting the renowned Memorial Aerodrome
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VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES
Evans Head - 02 6682 2032 / Clarrie Kirkland Res, Evans Head EH Bowling Club - 02 6682 4343 / Beech St Evans Head Woodburn – 02 6682 2032 / Riverside Park, Woodburn During World War II the Evans Head Memorial Aerodrome was the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Station supporting RAAF No 1 Bombing and Gunnery School and subsequently the RAAF No 1 Air Observers School At the height of operations there were three asphalt runways and one grass strip
Choose classic beachside holidaying in modern cabins!
Evans Head Bowls & Holiday Cabins
2 Beech Street Evans Head NSW 2473 - PO Box 206 Evans Head NSW 2473 Ph: 02 66 824 343 - Fax: 02 66 824 456 - Restaurant: 02 66 824 990 Enquiries: res@evansheadbowls.com.au
www.evansheadbowls.com.au
Be sure to enjoy our exciting restaurant and surf-side cafe
with regular entertainment and the best views in NSW right on the beach front.
Thursday 5pm - Close Friday 12pm - 2pm | 5pm - Close Saturday 12pm - 2pm | 5pm - Close Sunday 12pm - 5pm Located upstairs of the Surf Club
Monday to Sunday 6am - 2pm Located downstairs of the Surf Club
1 Captain Cook Dr, Evans Head, NSW functions@evansheadbowls.com.au evanssurf.org.au - 02 6682 4277
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11-13 McDonald Place, Evans Head NSW 2473 pH (02) 6682 4282
Discover heritage aviation at an exciting new Evans Head museum...
...where thousands of magnifi cent men and women called Discover our aviation heritage at the exciting home while undergoing bombing training during World War II.new Evans Head Aviation Museum.
On the 25th August 2013, a brand new Aviation Museum was opened at the Evans Head Memorial Where thousands of magnificent men and women called home while Aerodrome featuring military and civilian aircraft and artefacts collected from across Australia. completing initial bombing and gunnery training during World War II. Get up close to real, WWII link trailer military and civilian heritage aircraft:
Take the driver’s seat of the F-111 fi ghter bomber or Westpac Rescue Helicopter
Explore the museum, complete with interpretive signage, tour desk and free parking. Pick up a souvenir of your visit in the museum gift shop or arrange a personalised photo session.
Browse the handicrafts in the Evans Head Men’s Shed annex.On display soon, our new Lockheed P-3C OrionBrowse the handicrafts in the Evans Head Men’s Shed annex.
On August 2013, a brand new museum was opened at the Evans Head Memorial Aerodrome featuring military and civilian aircraft collected from across Australia. • Marvel at the wonders of the F-111 strike bomber • Examine iconic civilian and military heritage aircraft such as the WWII Link flight simulator,
Australian Canberra Bomber, Korean War MIG15 and the famous Caribou transport. • Take a personalised tour with passionate volunteers who relate the stories, the history, the tragedies and the triumphs of aviation history in the Northern Rivers. • Explore the museum, complete with video displays, interpretive signage and free parking. • Pick up a souvenir of your visit in the museum gift shop or arrange a personalised photo session in the cockpit of the F-111 or the Caribou. • Practice a bombing run from the bombardiers station in the nose of the British Electric B2
Canberra Bomber cockpit.
COMING SOON: Take a wild ride in the F-111 Flight Simulator!
Evans Head Heritage Aviation Museum
Address: 61 Memorial Airport Drive, Evans Head / Email: info@ehham.org.au Open 10am to 4pm weekends & Tuesdays 9am-12noon Admission: $7.50 per person or $20 for a family. Please enquire about group bookings.
61 Memorial Airport Drive, Evans Head info@ehmahaa.org.au www.ehmahaa.org.au Open 10am to 4pm weekends. Check the website for weekday tour times and cockpit open days Admission $5 per person or $15 for a family. Enquire about special rates for group bookings.
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