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Great Southern Touring Route

777 km / 482 miles, 12 hrs

From cosmopolitan Melbourne, the Great Southern Touring Route travels south-west to Geelong, past the

vineyards of the Bellarine Peninsula to the scenic Great Ocean Road. The coastline is famous for the imposing

beauty of the Twelve Apostles, whale watching near Warrnambool and history of ships being wrecked in its

treacherous waters. Turn inland to the walking trails, waterfalls, and wildflowers of the Grampians National Park.

The final leg of the journey heads east to Ballarat, home to Sovereign Hill, where you can experience what life

was like on the goldfields in the 1800s.

Leg 1: Melbourne to Apollo Bay182 km / 113 miles, 3 hr

Drive to Geelong and explore its historic waterfront, a lively area filled with great restaurants and cafes.

Melbourne to Apollo Bay

182 km / 113 miles, 3 hrs

Just south of Melbourne, the Mansion at Werribee Park was built in the 1870s and is surrounded by extensive

manicured grounds and the Victorian State Rose Gardens. Also part of the Werribee Park precinct is the OpenRange Zoo where animals from Africa, Asia, North America and Australia roam in open grasslands.

Continue to Geelong, Victoria's second-largest city, and explore its historic waterfront; a lively area filled with

restaurants and cafs.

Nearby Queenscliff is a maritime village dotted with historic fishermen's cottages, lighthouses and museums, and

a departure point for the car and passenger ferry that crosses Port Phillip Bay to Mornington Peninsula.

Some of the nation's best-known surf beaches are located at the start of the famous Great Ocean Road, including

the legendary Bells Beachhost to the Rip Curl Pro and Sunsmart Surfing Classic each April. Beyond Bells

Beach is Lorne, an ideal place to stop on your journey and take a well-earned lunch break.

The road winds along the coastline towards Apollo Bay, a town on the edge of the Otway Ranges. Walk through

breathtaking wilderness, explore secluded beaches or the forest canopy via the Otway Fly Tree Top Walk in the

Otway National Park.
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Leg 2: Apollo Bay to Port Fairy

189 km / 117 miles, 3 hr

Journey from Apollo Bay to the Twelve Apostles, ancient limestone stacks that rise up from the ocean.

Leg 2: Apollo Bay to Port Fairy189 km / 117 miles, 3 hr

Continue your journey west from Apollo Bay to the Twelve Apostles, ancient limestone stacks that rise from the

ocean. Erosion has created spectacular shapes in the nearby cliffs, including Loch Ard Gorge, the Arch, the

Blowhole and London Bridge. Boardwalks lead to lookouts and great views of the coastline.

The coastline is dotted with plaques and signs that mark the places where more than 160 ships foundered along

the aptly named Shipwreck Coast. Wreck Beach, just beyond the Twelve Apostles, marks the start of a trail

where the anchors of two ships, the Marie Gabrielle (1869) and the Fiji (1891), are embedded in the beach.

Discover more about maritime history at Port Fairy, a busy fishing port and one of the states earliest settledcoastal villages. Take the time to explore the towns streets and over 50 nineteenth-century buildings classified

by the National Trust.

This leg of the journey ends at Warrnambool, the only city on the Shipwreck Coast. Set on the edge of Lady Bay,

Warrnambool boasts a colourful history, which can be explored at the Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum. Whales

migrate along the part of the coastline and can be spotted from lookouts and on boat trips between May and

October.

Alternative itinerary

On to AdelaideFrom Port Fairy continue west along the coast towards South Australia. Stop off at Cape Bridgewater to see fur

seals and walk through a petrified forest. Just over the border lies Mount Gambier, famous for its Blue Lake, and

Robe, renowned for its fine seafood and local produce. The coastal road leads to Adelaide, the South Australian

capital.
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Leg 3: Po rt Fairy to Halls Gap

158 km / 98 miles, 2.5 hr

From Port Fairy, head north, away from the coast and towards the natural beauty of the Grampians mountain

range.

Port Fairy to Halls Gap

158 km / 98 miles, 2.5 hr

From Port Fairy, the Great Southern Touring Route turns north, away from the coast and towards the natural

beauty of Grampians mountain range.

Dunkeld is a beautiful village on the edge of the Grampians. To survey the beauty of the region follow the trail

joining Mount Sturgeon and Mount Abrupt, the highest peak in the southern Grampians. The Grampians

National Park is famous for some of the most spectacular scenery in Australia and is the perfect place for both

relaxation and adventure.

Walk to cascading waterfalls or lookouts overlooking rugged mountain ranges and impressive rock formations,

and explore bushland and discover the diverse wildlife of the region and a wide variety of birds.

For the more adventurous, try rock climbing or abseiling on the cliffs, pinnacles and bluffs of the Grampians.

Guides and equipment are available, so even a novice can give it a go. Along with its natural beauty, the

Grampians are home to the largest collection of Aboriginal rock paintings in Victoria.

The town of Halls Gap is the tourist hub of the region. Surrounded by the Wonderland and Mount William

ranges, it is a great place to base yourself as you explore the Grampians. It offers accommodation ranging from

5-star villas to basic camping grounds and is close to many of the Grampians major attractions, including

Boroka and Reeds lookouts, McKenzie Falls, Lake Bellfield and Zumsteins.

Alternative itinerary

To AdelaideTurn west from the Grampians and head for South Australia. Stop and taste award-winning wines at the cellar

doors throughout the famous Coonawarra wine district. Nearby are the Naracoorte Caves, a World Heritage-

listed site where many fossils of giant prehistoric mammals have been discovered. On the way to Adelaide, pay avisit to Hahndorf in the hills, a village with a distinct German feel and wide range of galleries and arts and crafts

stores.
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Leg 4: Halls Gap to Melbourne

248 km / 154 miles, 3.5 hr

Make your way out of the Grampians and head north towards the Goldfields to the township of Stawell.

Leg 4: Halls Gap to Melbourne

248 km / 154 miles, 3.5 hr

Leaving the Grampians, the Great Southern Touring Route heads north towards the Goldfields. First stop is the

township of Stawell, home to Australia's most famous foot racethe Stawell Gift. The event has been held every

Easter for over 100 years and attracts competitors from around the world.

South-east of Stawell is Ararat, a thriving community settled during the gold rush of the 1800s. Visit the former

gaol for the criminally insane, J Ward, explore the Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre and the Langi Morgala

Museum, which commemorate the history and culture of the Chinese immigrants who settled in the region to

seek their fortune.

From here the route turns east to Ballarat, one of Victoria's largest cities. Built with the wealth of the gold rush,much of the opulence of the era is still on display in the grand public buildings, hotels and historic streetscapes.

Ballarat was the site of the world's largest deposit of alluvial gold and also of the Eureka Stockadethe famous

uprising of miners against the government licensing system.

Sovereign Hill is an outdoor museum that re-creates a nineteenth-century gold rush town. Mingle with the

volunteers in period costume who 'inhabit' the town as townspeople, soldiers and miners. Ballarat is your final

stop on the Great Southern Touring Route before heading east back to the bright lights and high culture of

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Sydney to Melbourne Coastal Drive

1160 km/719 miles, 14hr

The best way to take in the beauty of the coastline between Melbourne and Sydney is to drive. See national parks,

wildlife, beautiful surf beaches and pristine lakes, and enjoy fine food and wine along the way. The route takes in

the popular resort towns of Merimbula, Batemans Bay and Lakes Entrance as well as smaller, quieter

communities.

Leg 1: Melbourne to Wilsons Promontory

170 km / 105 miles, 2.5 hr

Leg 1: Melbourne to Wilsons Promontory

170 km / 105 miles, 2.5 hr

Wilsons Promontory is a two-hour drive from Melbourne, with plenty of things to see and do along the way.

A favourite destination for lovers of Australian wildlife, Phillip Island is home to the Little Penguins that parade

up Summerland Beach each night, Australian fur seals cavorting around the Nobbies and a large population of

koalas that can be viewed at close range. Explore tranquil wetlands and the imposing granite cliffs and golden

beaches of Cape Woolamai, breeding ground of the short-tailed shearwater. Waves roll in on one side of the

island, while the other side offers protected bay beaches that suited water sports of all sorts.

Mainland Wonthaggi is home to Victoria's black coal industry. Don a hard hat and tour an underground working

mine at the State Coal Mine. For those who prefer their exploration in the open air, the 16-kilometre Bass Coast

Rail Trail from Wonthaggi to Anderson is Victorias only coastal rail trail, a highlight for walkers and cyclists.

Farmers throughout the rolling hills of Gippsland produce high-quality local produce from smoked meats and

venison to world-renowned cheeses and organic fruit and vegetables.

Alternative itineraryHead east of Melbourne to the historic township of Walhalla. Gold ran out in this little mining town in 1915, but

the original workings in the Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine can still be witnessed. Walhalla is the gateway to

Mount Baw Baw, a great venue for cross-country skiing and snow play in winter and bushwalking during the

warmer months, and the tall trees, rainforest and waterfalls at Tarra Bulga National Park.
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Leg 2: Wilsons Promontory to Lakes Entrance

220 km / 137 miles, 3 hr

Make your way to Paynesville and Metung, the gateways to the aquatic wonderland of the Gippsland Lakes.

Leg 2: Wilsons Promontory to Lakes Entrance

220 km / 137 miles, 3 hr

Wilsons Promontory is one of the nations most picturesque national parks and the southernmost tip of the

Australian mainland. Follow one of the many walking tracks through eucalypt forests and wildflowers tosecluded coves, stunning white sand beaches and granite mountains. The underwater scenery is just as

spectacular, with huge granite formations set among multi-hued seaweed and colourful fish. Set up camp at Tidal

River, where there are cabins, toilets, showers and a visitor centre, or at one of the remote sites located

throughout the national park.

Nearby Sale is the major centre in the area. This inland port town is a good starting point for a boating trip, and is

close to Ninety Mile Beach, the Gippsland Lakes and the high country of the Dargo Plains. Closer to Melbourne

is Yarram, notable for its historic architecture and golf course with resident kangaroos.

Paynesville and Metung are gateways to the aquatic wonderland of the Gippsland Lakes. Close to the ocean, this

vast expanse of safe, protected inland lakes and rivers is ideal for fishing, boating and exploration. Visit portside

towns with pubs, restaurants, public jetties and marinas, and plenty of places to charter a boat or take a cruise

around the lakes, such as the Wyanga Park winery cruise. Dramatic scenery, coastal flora and fauna, and plentiful

bird life complete the experience.
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Leg 3: Lakes Entrance to Mallacoota

200 km / 124 miles, 2.5 hr

Head on to Lakes Entrance where the Gippsland Lakes meet the sea. Cast a line at beaches, rivers and jetties.

Leg 3: Lakes Entrance to Mallacoota

200 km / 124 miles, 2.5 hr

The route leads on to Lakes Entrance where, as the name suggests, the Gippsland Lakes meet the sea. Cast a line

at ocean beaches, rivers and public jetties, or let someone else do the hard work and buy fresh seafood when the

daily catch arrives on trawlers, or enjoy a meal at local restaurants where that fresh seafood is always on the

menu.

Lakes Entrance is located on one of Victorias most remarkable beaches - the Ninety Mile Beach - which

stretches as far west as Yarram. Head to this long stretch of sand to find a secluded spot, or the patrolled

swimming and a range of water activities around tourist centres.

Further east, Cape Conran Coastal Park is a great camping and bushwalking spot and home to many kangaroos,

koalas and emus. The town of Mallacoota is a coastal village surrounded by the Croajingolong National Park,

recognised by UNESCO as a World Biosphere Reserve, with a diverse ecosystem featuring over 1,000 native

plants and more than 300 bird species. In Bass Strait, you can spot seals and dolphins at play. Aside from its

natural attractions, Croajingolong is also a great place for sports like fishing, kayaking, boating, sailing and

cycling.
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Leg 4: Mallacoota to Sydney

570 km / 354 miles, 6 hr

On the final leg to Sydney, take in the New South Wales south coast, an area that includes 10 national parks.

Leg 4: Mallacoota to Sydney570 km / 354 miles, 6 hr

On the final leg to Australia's largest city, take in the New South Wales south coast, an area of significant beauty

that includes 10 national and marine parks.

Just over the Victorian border discover Mimosa Rocks National Park, 5,230 hectares of forests, beaches, seacaves, headlands and lagoons. Nearby Central Tilba is a charming village, entirely classified by the National

Trust for its historical significance.

The south coast is a great place to see wildlife. Take a dolphin-watching cruise from Jervis Bay or explore the

waters surrounding Montague Island Nature Reserve, just off Narooma, a favourite place for seals, dolphins,

turtles, and home to a colony of penguins. Further south, Eden, once the whaling capital of Australia, still attracts

many whales during their northward migration. Call in at the Killer Whale Museum to discover their importance

to the towns history.

Head to the resort town of Merimbula for great beaches and local seafood and stop off at Berry to browse the art

galleries and antique shops. Batemans Bay is a great place for water sports, with a number of beaches suited tosurfing, swimming, snorkelling, boating and fishing. The fishing village of Kiama, 90 minutes south of Sydney,

is home to the famous blowhole, where the force of waves hitting the cliffs sends a spout of water into the air.

Sub-route to break down:

Narooma to Mallacoota (213km, 3 hours 25 minutes)

Visit the well preserved villages of Central Tilba andTilba Tilba, where you can shop for high quality local artsand crafts, food and wine. Continue toBermaguiand travel along the beach road to Mimosa Rocks National Park

for a picnic lunch and swim in the lagoons or continue on to surf Tathra Beach. Stop off in Pambula for fresh

oysters. Continue on across the border into Victoria, toGipsy PointandMallacoota. Hire a boat atMallacootaand tie up at one of the barbeque jetties in the magnificent Croajingolong National Park.
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HOTELS IN SYDNEY

Central Park185 Castlereagh Street, Sydney(00 61 2 9283 5000)

In the heart of the business district, this hotel caters to both private and corporate clients. With only 36

rooms, it feels like a plush private residence. Price rating: 2/5

Dive Hotel234 Arden Street, Coogee(00 61 2 9665 5538)

The Dive Hotel, a groovy family-run guesthouse in Coogee, about 8km southeast of central Sydney, is a

good-value option during the warmer months, even if it is a bit of a hike from the city. A cursory glance

at the crisp cotton sheets, polished floorboards and blue-tiled bathrooms reveals that this hotel doesn't live

up (or down) to its name. All 14 rooms have a small kitchen, fridge and microwave. The ocean views out

to Wedding Cake Island are superb. Price rating: 2/5

Metro Hotel On Pitt300 Pitt Street, Sydney(00 61 2 9283 8088)

The Metro Hotel is located in Sydney's theatre district. A small and well-run hotel, the Metro offers great

value for money. It may be short on amenities (eg there is no parking), but the recently refurbished rooms

are well above average with pure cotton sheets, silk bed-throws, cable TV and internet ports. It's also just

a quick hop to Chinatown, Darling Harbour and the Central Railway Station. Price rating: 2/5

Rockfort61 Lower Fort Street, The Rocks, Sydney(00 61 2 9251 9475)

An elegant colonial building from 1835 with just four voluminous, airy rooms, all with views over Walsh

Bay. English breakfast is served but there is no restaurant. Price rating: 2/5

The Diamant Hotel14 Kings Cross Road(00 61 2 9332 2011)

The first really swanky hotel in Kings Cross opened in September 2007. It's next to the landmark Coca-

Cola sign and has 77 bedrooms, many with harbour views, and one with a 200sq-ft terrace. Price rating:

2/5

Hotel 59 - http://www.hotel59.com.au/rooms.html
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Australia: Melbourne to Sydney by Hume Hwy &

others

If you are on a tight schedule the tripMelbourneto Sydney via the Hume Freeway/Hwy is the only option .

Using the City Link Tollway, the Tullamarine Freeway, the Western Ring Road and the Hume Freeway. It

is dual carrigeway for about 350 kilometres to beyond Albury, which is the first major city inNew South Wales

(NSW) and just over the State border from Wodonga, Victoria. You will need to purchase a day pass for City

Link as it is a toll road. A day pass can be obtained by ringing City Link on 13 26 29, or online atCitylinkand

can be purchased prior to travel or up to 72 hours after. There are currently (July 2011) extensive road works on

the Western Ring Route between the Tullamarine Freeway and the Hume Freeway. Traffic delays can be

experienced during peak times.

After you turn off the Western Ring Road onto the Hume Freeway watch out for speed cameras at very regular

intervals especially for the first 30 or 40 km. These are also time over distance cameras between as far

as Broadford (but not north of Broadford) that do not just measure your speed at the cameras but also time your

vehicle from camera to camera to determine average speed. Slowing down just to smile for the cameras won't

work if you speed too much in between.

Before you get to Albury, there are service centres with food outlets and a petrol station on both sides of the

freeway at Glenrowan. The nearby town was the scene of Ned Kelly's last stand. He was a notorious

Bushranger (outlaw) in that area in the 1870/80's. For more information on touring 'Kelly Country' see the Inside

page on Touring Kelly Country

There is a freeway through the town of Albury, on the Victorian/NSW border. It closely follows the main

Melbourne to Sydney rail line.

All of the current roadworks are completed The only sections that are not freeway is a section of about 35 km

from south of Woomargama to north of Holbrook, except for a small section which was and is dual carriagewaybetween Woomargama and Holbrook and the town of Tarcutta. The towns of Tarcutta, Holbrook and

Woomargama are still be single lane until bypassed by the end of 2012. Work has commenced on the Tarcutta

and Holbrook/Woomargama bypasses and there are short areas of restricted speed limits.

On the trip from Melbourne to Albury there are no towns as the Freeway bypasses them all. There are frequent

rest stops with toilet facilities and quite a few roadside service centres where food is available. If you have time,

take it easy on the first day and overnight at Albury (off the bypass), or go further say to Goulburn (off the

freeway) and take it easy into Sydney on the second day.

Another option is to break the trip about half way, in Wagga Wagga, where there are a lot of motels. Turn off, to

the left, onto the Olympic Hwy (Bells Rd) at the interchange about 16 km past Albury. The Olympic Way is ascenic route but is only single lane each way. It more or less follows the railway. It is about 100km to Wagga

Wagga. If you go this way you will need to follow the Sturt Hwy east from Wagga Wagga, for about 45km, back

to the Hume Hwy.

One underrated stopover location is Junee which is well of the main freeway. It is a railway and now prison town.

Adjacent to the railway station, there are numerous double storey buildings including still operable hotels. There

are two motels in Junee close to its town square which has to be seen to be believed, and there is also an

interesting railway museum at the locomotive roundhouse about 1.5km south of the station building. If planning

to stop in Junee and it's a weekend please make sure you have accom booked especially during May as this

attracts a number of sports events including overflow from the Wagga Cup Horse Races and a major junior

cycling event. Alternative accom can sometimes be found in Cootamundra which is less than a 45 min drive

north. If stopping overnight a quick visit to Monte Christo and the licorice factory are suggested. The services

club, which serves a reasonable Chinese is possibly the best place in town. Note the IGA grocery closes at 7pm

if you plan to self cater.
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There are also a number of smaller towns north of Albury on the Hume Hwy such as Holbrook, Tarcutta and

Gundagai that would be suitable overnight stops.

About 11 km north of the Murrumbigee River crossing at Gundagai is a roadside stop with several eating places

and an Australian icon, the Dog on the Tucker Box.

One of the most scenic parts of the journey can be to visit Kangaroo Valley where you can enjoy a

stopover . Kangaroo Valley has National Trust listed landscape, waterfalls, quaint village with good restaurants,

galleries, museum and vineyard. Turn off the Hume Hwy at Moss vale and follow the Illawarra Highway till you

see signs for Nowra and Kangaroo Valley. Takes 35 minutes from Moss Vale. Return via Bowral.

The final sections of the Freeway into Sydney are also tollways but they have cash toll booths so take some coins

to pay the tolls. Unless you have an ETAG avoid the ETAG lanes at the toll booths. Victorian and Queensland

ETAGs operate on NSW toll roads although there is an additional surcharge.

The speed limit on the freeway is 110 kph; on non freeway sections it is mainly 100 kph except for towns and

road works.

Watch out for Highway Patrol, radar and speed cameras both mobile and fixed. They are very strict on speedlimits in Victoria and a bit easier in NSW. Fixed speed cameras in New South Wales are clearly marked. They

are not clearly marked in Victoria.

Another alternative would be to turn off the Hume Freeway, onto the Barton Hwy, north of Yass and go via

Canberra, spending a day or two in Canberra. This is about 60 km. Leaving Canberra you proceed north on the

Federal Hwy rejoining the Hume Freeway just south of Goulburn which is about an 80 km drive. The road from

Canberra back to the Hume Freeway is also a freeway.

An alternative route is from Melbourne to Canberra via Bairnsdale, Lakes Entrance, Cann River, Bombala,

Cooma which is much more scenic, certainly from Bairnsdale onwards.

From Cann River to Bombala you travel through the lower Snowy Mountains and Australian eucalypt forest

country to Bombala and then through the Monaro which is undulating high plains. The Nimmitabel Bakery

between Bombala and Cooma is well worth a stop for lunch. The trip to Canberra is a good 9 to10 hour

trip. From Canberra you can go direct to Sydney which is all multi lane road and will take about 3 1/2 hours or

you could go via Braidwood to Batemans Bay and then up the coast to Sydney. Canberra to Batemans Bay about

2 1/2 hours as there is a steep descent down the Clyde Mountain after Braidwood. From Batemans Bay to

Sydney about 4 - 5 hours as the road is not a a dual carriage way but does enable you to visit Jervis Bay and the

Royal National Park.. The route through the mountains to Canberra and then via the coast is much more scenic

but you wouldneed overnight stops. Another alternative is from Cann River continuing along the coastal route,

the Princes Highway (Route 1) through Eden to Batemans Bay then to Sydney. This would also require an

overnight stop at either Eden, Merimbula or Narooma.

When using any of these routes it is recommended to book overnight accommodation in advance especially

during school holidays and peak holiday times around Christmas/New Year.
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Australia: Sydney to Brisbane Coastal Route Drive

Sydney to Brisbane Coastal Drive.

Approx Driving Distances/Time . 12Hrs from Sydney (950Km) toBrisbane.

For maps and directionswww.whereis.com orwww.maps.google.com.au will give excellent route information.

The best beaches and towns are off the highway, follow any brown tourist drive signs and you will see the best of

this coastline. The coastal route follows the Pacific Ocean and is the Number 1 National Highway, which

stretches for approx 1000kms.

The highway is partially converted to a motorway and dual carriageway, but some parts are just a single

carriageway.Please keep to the speed limit as there are plenty of speed cameras along this highway and also

Police patrol. Speed limit is mostly 110 or 80kmh and through towns/villages 50 - 70kmh. The best places to

stop and have a break is at the local pubs and cafes, there aremany of these in the towns mentioned. They offer

excellent lunches and dinner at very reasonable prices, plus you get to meet the locals with all their personalities

and warm characters.

Aprroximate Driving Times.

Sydney to Port Stephens2.30hrs

Port Stephens to Port Macquarie3hrs 30 mins

Port Macquarie to Coffs Harbour2hours

Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay2hours

Byron Bay to theGold Coast1.5 hours.

Gold Coast to Brisbane1 hour

Newcastle:

Newcastle is only approx 2 hours from Sydney. It is located in the heart of the Hunter Region and bordered by a

stunning coastline with beautiful beaches. This city is NSW second largest city and it has certainly come along

way, and is now a vibrant and interesting city to visit with some absolutely gorgeous beaches.

www.noahsonthebeach.com.au-for accommodation.

One needs to divert from the Freeway at the Newcastle Link Road. Stockton Beach and its sand dunes are truly

one of natures masterpieces. Explore the sand dunes on a 4WD adventurer tourwww.sandsafaris.com.auor

camel, horse or sand buggy.

Port Stephens:

Situated only 2.5 hours drive north from Sydney; Port Stephens is an outstanding holiday destination. Covering

over 126,000 square meters of water, two and half times the size of Sydney Harbour. Port Stephens, offers

gorgeous and stunning unspoiled waters and over 26 golden beaches and eco-diverse Marine and National

Parks. This area is really a must do if visiting Australia.

Port Stephens offers a unique diversity of activities for travelers, from snorkeling, diving in marine parks to

discovering koalas in their natural habitat, to cruising the waters or standing on a beach to observe the resident

bottlenose dolphins and humpback whales on their migratory journey up the coast(June to November).The most popular beaches are Birubi Point, Fingal Beach and One Mile Beach, for calmer waters Little Beach

and the foreshores of Nelson Bay are good family spots. The local tourist office can answer all your questions:

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Drive Sydney to Port Stephens on F3 highway then Pacific Hwy. Approx 2.5 hours. Coaches depart from Sydney

dailywww.pscoaches.com.au. Regular flights run daily from Sydney airport to Newcastle Williamtown airport

and coaches connect from here to Port Stephens. Whale and Dolphin cruises operated from Nelson Bay daily at

the Cruise Terminal d'Albora Marina For more details on this area check out this thread

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g25...

Tea Gardens:

Tea Gardens is a small town, located 219 km north of Sydney via the Pacific Highway, and 10 km off the Pacific

Highway. It is separated from the town of Hawks Nest by the mouth of the Myall River, which runs from the

Myall Lakes down to Port Stephens, and joined to it by the 'Singing Bridge', named for its tendency to act like a

wind harp in a strong south-westerly breeze.www.teagardenshawksnest.com . Wild Koalas can often be

spotted on the northern side of the bridge.

Coast road to Port Macquarie:

If you have the time to spare, take a detour from the Pacific Highway at Bulahdelah and do the coast road. Visit

the wonderful Myall lakes National Park and check out the super trendy Blueys and Boomerang beaches. Crossthe bridge at Wallis Lake and discover the waterways of Forster. Stay close to the coast and drop into Diamond

Beach and Old Bar. Do the hoop back onto the highway to Taree and then head for the coast again to Crowdy

Head.

From Sydney follow the Pacific Highway north. It is a 4.5 hour drive to Port Macquarie via the Oxley Highway

turnoff. Port Macquarie is a wonderful busy town with beautiful beaches and excellent accommodations and

restaurants. You can take a cruise with the Hasting River Cruises or do a camel safari along the beach. The kids

will love this town; dont forget to visit the Koala Hospital and Wildlife Park as Port Macquarie is known as the

Koala Capital of Australia. Free Koala Hospital tours are at 3pm daily.

For Greyhound Australia coach information and bookings:www.greyhound.com.au

XPT train service between Sydney and Brisbane stops at Wauchope for passengers visiting Port Macquarie.

For further information and bookings:www.countrylink.com.au . www.port-

macquarie.net/ www.portmacquarieinfo.com.authere is plenty of accommadation here to suit all

budgets. The best budget accommodation available iswww.flynnsbeachcaravanpark.com.au they have

fabulous self contained cabins just two minutes from the beach.

Crescent Head:

Crescent Head is a seaside village located east of Kempsey. Its surfing beach is well known, but this is just one

of the many fine attractions to satisfy the visitor to the village. Nearby is theHat Head National Park, in itself a

great attraction, as well as many other fine beaches, such as Back Beach, Goolawah, Delicate Nobby, Main

Beach and Racecourse Beach. For campers/caravanswww.4shores.macleaycbd.com.au

Hat Head and South Head Rocks.

Make sure you drive the coastal road from Crescent Head to Hat Head; if you have a 4WD then you can also

drive the coastal road from Port Macquarie. Crescent Head has a fabulous caravan Park with cabins overlooking

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www.trailbay.com.au www.eidersswr.midcoast.com.au andwww.smokeycapelighthouse.com. Head back

to the main highway and take the next exit to Stuarts Point.

These sleepy gorgeous little gems are hidden amongst beautiful beaches and bush lands.

www.midcoast.com.au/-hideaway/. Stuart Point is the largest of the three , whilst all have wonderful

beachfront caravan parks. If looking for solitude , good beaches and surf then stay a few days and enjoy this

lovely part of the coastline. www.4shores.macleaycbd.com.au /grassyhead.html

Nambucca Heads:

South of Coffs Harbour and stretching from the coast to the New England National Park is the Nambucca Valley.

www.nambucca-web.com www.nambuccaresort.com.au

The area has over twenty kilometres of coastline, lovely waterways, rainforest and empty beaches; Nambucca also has a

number of friendly historic towns. Enjoy a drink at Slim Dustys Pub With No Beer in Taylors Arm, learn about the early

settler history of Bowraville, walk along the river at Nambucca Heads and sample Macksvilles country hospitality.

Coffs Harbour:

www.coffscoast.com.auCoffs Harbour is about a 6.5 hour drive from Sydney. Coffs has some excellent beaches,

like Gallows, Park Beach, Diggers, Sapphire, Emerald, Sawtell, Sandy and more. Whale watching and

professional fishing charters are also available at the Coffs Harbour Marina. It is one of the busiest and largest

towns along the Pacific Highway. Now, if you have some spare time to explore, discover the wonderful towns of

Bellingen, known for its National Trust buildings and the Dorrigo National Park. Take the road from Macksvilleto Dorrigo and see some wonderful scenery, then take the road from Dorrigo back to Coffs Harbour. Local

tourist office http://www.coffscoast.com.au/

Grafton:

This lovely town is known for its beautiful Jacaranda trees which are in full bloom in October. The town is

located on the Clarence River which houses cute villages like Lawernce, Brusgrove, Copmanhurst and Jackadery.

Make sure you visit Susan Island, which has the largest fruit bat colony in Australia. River cruises and houseboat

hire are available on the river. For more details about this town visitwww.nnsw.com.au/grafton. Don't forget to

eat at the Grafton Hotel situated on the banks of the mighty Clarence River.

Yamba:

Yamba is a wonderful little village, with heaps of water based activities available for the river, beach and ocean;

it makes a perfect holiday destination.www.yamba.nsw.gov.auwww.clarencecoast.info.Whilst in Yamba,

take the ferry across to Illuka and spend a day at the local pub and have the best seafood for lunch. For

accommodation trywww.freespiritresorts.com.au.. For Caravan Parks seewww.bluedolphin.com.auand

www.yambawaters.com.au/. For dinner visit the local pub ,which sits proudly overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

LennoxHead:

If you are travelling by car the following times will give you an idea of how long the trip will take. Lennox Head

is a fantastic surfing beach and is ideally situated 20 minutes from Byron Bay. Turn right at the roundanout
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after Ballina Fair and drive along the coastal road to Byron. Lennox Head also has one of Australia's best right-

hand surf breaks.

There are heaps of activities to do in this town such as golf, surfing, windsurfing, canoeing, fishing and sailing.

Most of the water sports can be done and hired at Lake Ainsworth, just north of Lennox Head. The lagoon is

coloured by the tea-trees which is supposed to have healing qualites for rejuvenating the body. Whales can be

seen off Pat Morton lookout at Lennox Headland from June to August and September to October. For

campers/caravans there is a fabulous parkwww.bscp.com.au/lakeains on Lake Ainsworth.

ByronBay:

Byron Bay is one of Australias most famous icon destinations, and is the eastern-most point of the continent of

Australia. The beautiful beaches and casual lifestyle makes this town a must to see if traveling up or down the

coast. Byron Bay is surrounded by National Parks such as The Boatharbour Nature Resevre, Nightcap National

Park, Mount Warning, and Broken Head Reserve.

There are some fantastic beaches for surfing such as The Wreck, The Pass, Wategos Beach and Cosy Corner.

The main Streets of Byron are Jonson, Bay Lane and Lawson, where you will be able to find plenty of

restaurants and cafes. For the best fish and chips in town try Fishmongers and for a seafood meal try Fishheads.The Buddha Bar Restaurant just outside of town is a great dining experience, not to mention the local Byron Bay

Hotel.

There is also some wonderful accommodation available for all budgets.(it is always wise to book ,as this area can

become extremely busy especially in summer.) The caravan park must have the best views in town

www.byronbaytouristpark.com www.thesummerhouse.com.au(b&b)www.planula.com.au

(b&b) www.byronatbyron.com.au www.peppers.com.au www.lordbyronresort.com.au or for hostels and

backpackers look under Byron Baywww.yha.com.au/. Or stay a few minutes out of town in the lush green hills

behind Byron Bay, there is wonderful accommodation in Bangalow such aswww.summerhills.com(quiet spa

retreat).

Attractions:

Try the snorkelling with the huge turtleswww.byronbaydivecentre.com.auor learn to surf with

[email protected] or horseriding on the beach withwww.pegasuspark.com.au for

something different try a bush tour withwww.bushnbeyond.com and best of all try kayaking with the dolphins

www.dolphinkayaking.com.au .

Dont forget to walk up to Cape Byron and see the awesome views of Mount Warning, Border Rangers and

Tallow Beach. You may even be lucky to see some humpback whales through June to August and September and

October. The Blues and Jazz Festival is held every year at Easter and attracts people from all over Australia

Bangalow:

Within minutes of Byron Bay there is the vibrant village of Bangalow with an array of trendy eateries, boutique

shopping, art galleries, art & craft shops and vintage wares. Accommodation varies from rooms at the top of

the pub to a quiet lush spa retreat setting such aswww.summerhills.com.

Kingscliff:

The next village along the coast from Byron Bay, is a lovely seaside village with some seriously huge

development happening regarding new resorts and hotels. The new complex is called Salt and combines the

Pepper and Mantra hotels which are located on the beach with stunning new apartments.

www.peppers.com.au orwww.mantraonsaltbeach.com.aufor a caravan park visitwww.tchp.com.au.

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Is situated on the border betweenNew South WalesandQueensland. It is famous for sharing a street with

Coolangatta (QLD) so one can literally walk across the road to be in another state. Time is an interesting issue

here, for example if you are late for the bank, you can just walk across the road to do business.

Tweed Heads has a beautiful estuary, river , lovely beaches and is known as a fabulous fishing spot.

There are plenty of places to stay from Houseboats,caravan parks, cottages to 5 star resorts.

Gold Coast MC, Queensland

From Tweed Heads head to Coolangatta. Take a break and explore this lovely seaside village. From Coolangatta

surf club take the walking track to Rainbow Beach and have a lovely swim in this very sheltered beach. It is also

well known for its amazing surf. A great lunch can be had a the surf club overlooking Coolangatta Beach.

There are numerous styles of accommodation in Coolangatta from 5 star to budget.

To see more of the Gold Coast drive along the beach road toSouthport, and see some wonderful beaches like

Palm Beach, Burleigh Heads, Mermaid Beach, Broadbeach and famous Surfers Paradise.

Some of the best tucker can be found at the surf clubs. The Marina Mirage at Southport has excellent restaurants

and bars.

The Gold Coast runs from Coolangatta to Southport and is flooded with a variety of cheap to expensive

accommodation.

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Broadbeach www.sheraton.com surfers paradise. www.goldcoastinformation.com.au for all

accommodation needs.
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