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Ghinni Wines

17584 Pacific Highway, Ghinni Ghinni NSW 2430
Established in 2001 after a long dairy farming heritage, Ghinni Wines is a sincere farming family business. The winery produces quality fruit and vegetable liqueurs using fresh fruit sourced primarily from the farm orchard and other local growers' including organic specialists. Flavours include: blueberry, orange, plum, lemon, and honey mead. Previous vintages include limited raspberry and private bin mead. King mulberries are developing fast in the orchard to add even more fructose to the fruit driven liqueur flavours. The winery is located by the Manning River offering a beautiful outlook and is easily accessible via the Pacific Highway just north of Taree. Bus groups welcome, please contact for times.
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The Other Side Art Cafe

12 Moto Road, Ghinni Ghinni NSW 2430
The Other Side Gallery Teahouse offers art, atmosphere and delicious food. Set on the banks of Ghinni Ghinni River this pet friendly cafe and working art studio is the perfect place to enjoy organic coffee and specialty teas with mouth watering cakes and delicious meals. The resident artists will discuss your next commission piece or you can just watch them at their work.
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Stones Oysters Seafood

479 Harrington Road, Coopernook NSW 2426
Stones Oysters Seafood is conveniently located just three minutes off the Pacific Highway and 15 minutes north of Taree on the Harrington Road, near Cattai Creek. Come in and sample their fresh locally sourced oysters, prawns, lobsters, crab and fish. Stones Oysters Seafood specialise in fresh local Sydney rock oysters direct from their very own oyster leases. They can also provide fresh seafood trays and platters for your special event. Open for retail sales, wholesale and the general public.
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Manning Point Beach

Manning Point Beach, Manning Point NSW 2430
Manning Point Beach commences on the southern side of the sandy 500 metre wide Manning River entrance. It extends south west, initially as a low sandy 2.5 kilometre long spit, then as a steep, coarse narrow beach for a total of 10 kilometres to the southern mouth of the river, called Farquhar Inlet. The riverfront town of Manning Point, with two caravan parks, is located south of the spit. Manning Point Beach is the only four wheel drive access point for the camping ground at Farquhar Park. All vehicles driving on Manning Point Beach need a beach permit issued by either Greater Taree City Council or Great Lakes Council.
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Club Harrington

50 Beach Street, Harrington NSW 2427
Club Harrington (formerly Harrington Bowling Club) was established in the late 1950s. Situated on the banks of the Manning River, the club offers spectacular views of the river entrance and the Pacific Ocean. Besides being a lawn bowls club, the club host other social events like, bingo, trivia, raffles, members badge draws and fundraising community projects. All regular club services and facilities are available including bars, gaming machines, TAB and keno. Dine in a family friendly atmosphere at Steve's River Reflection restaurant which is open seven days for both lunch and dinner. Enjoy fine food with a spectacular view overlooking the water. The restaurant caters for all occasions. Check out the great wedding packages available. Coach groups are welcome.
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Harrington Beach

Crowdy Road, Harrington NSW 2427
Harrington Beach stretches from Harrington village to the picturesque fishing village of Crowdy Head, and is part of the Harrington Beach State Park. This quiet beach location between the two villages is ideal for relaxing strolls and fishing opportunities. Harrington break wall is a very popular spot for fishing, walking, and taking in the views of the ocean. There is a fish cleaning facility conveniently located at the beginning of the break wall. The Harrington Lagoon is located off the beach area; it is a safe swimming spot for families and is very popular during the warmer months. Car parking is available at the lagoon area off Crowdy Road. A rainforest walk through to Harrington Lagoon is accessible from Crowdy Street, with parking facilities. 4WD vehicle access to Harrington Beach is just north of the Harrington Beach Holiday Park. Vehicles on Beach Permits are available at Ritchies Bait and Tackle.
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Harrington Beach State Park

Harrington Beach State Park, Harrington Road / Crowdy Street, Harrington NSW 2427
Harrington Beach State Park is situated on the New South Wales Mid North Coast and comprises lands surrounding and including the Manning River's northern entrance. The 431 hectare site stretches from Harrington to the picturesque fishing village of Crowdy Head. The foreshores of the coastal beaches and estuary provide an array of year round recreation and tourism opportunities. The State Park also includes a small littoral rainforest that is accessible to the public.
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Crowdy Head Beaches

Crowdy Head Road, Crowdy Head NSW 2427
The beautiful area of Crowdy Head is located on a vast expanse of unspoilt beach which includes the North Beach and South Beach. The North Beach is a well protected beach, excellent for families. The Surf Lifesaving Club overlooks the beach and patrols operate during the summer months. There is a kiosk, cold outdoor shower and toilet facilities. Picnic area with barbecues and picnic tables are nearby. Four wheel drive beach access is available near the Surf Lifesaving Club. The South Beach is a quiet beach area ideal for relaxing strolls and, if the conditions are right, it is very popular spot for board riders. Visit nearby Crowdy Head Lighthouse for panoramic views of the coastline and the hinterland which includes the Three Brother Mountains (north, middle and south). There is four wheel drive access south of Crowdy Head.
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Crowdy Head Lighthouse

Elizabeth Street, Crowdy Head NSW 2427
Located 33 kilometres north-east of Taree on the mid north coast, is the historic Crowdy Head Lighthouse. This lighthouse was designed and erected between 1878 - 1879 as one of only five small lighthouses built on the NSW coast. The panoramic views from the lighthouse reserve are breathtaking. Looking north you can see beyond Diamond Head and the Three Brothers mountains (south, middle and north), which were named by Captain James Cook in 1770 as he sailed up the east coast. To the south you can see as far as Seal Rocks. This is a great spot for a bit of whale watching as Crowdy Head is amongst a number of spots on the north coast that has a great easterly position. The whales migrate north to warmer waters during May to July, and return to the rich southern feeding grounds in the Antarctic during August to October.
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Crowdy Bay National Park

Diamond Head Road, Crowdy Head NSW 2427
Crowdy Bay National Park offers an abundance of wildflowers, birds and animals, bushwalking, swimming and fishing in 8,022 hectares of coastal plains. There are long sweeping beaches north and south, extensive wetlands, rainforest pockets and coastal heath featuring beautiful wildflowers. Australian author Kylie Tennant spent time living and writing here, and her hut which was used as a writing retreat has been restored and maintained. Walking trails include the cliff walk, rock platforms and stony beaches and offer sections with eroding rock formations and towering rock spits. At low tide you can explore the rocks and pools below the cliffs. There's good fishing, bird watching and fascinating headland walks with abundant wildlife. Car-based and caravan camping is available at Diamond Head, Indian Head, Kylies Beach and Crowdy Gap Cultural Camp. Camping fees apply. Bring your own drinking water as it is not available within the park. Firewood sold on site.

Crowdy Head Lighthouse

Elizabeth Street, Crowdy Head NSW 2427
Located 33 kilometres north-east of Taree on the mid north coast, is the historic Crowdy Head Lighthouse. This lighthouse was designed and erected between 1878 - 1879 as one of only five small lighthouses built on the NSW coast. The panoramic views from the lighthouse reserve are breathtaking. Looking north you can see beyond Diamond Head and the Three Brothers mountains (south, middle and north), which were named by Captain James Cook in 1770 as he sailed up the east coast. To the south you can see as far as Seal Rocks. This is a great spot for a bit of whale watching as Crowdy Head is amongst a number of spots on the north coast that has a great easterly position. The whales migrate north to warmer waters during May to July, and return to the rich southern feeding grounds in the Antarctic during August to October. ...

Harrington Beach

Crowdy Head Road, Harrington NSW 2427
Harrington Beach stretches from Harrington village to the picturesque fishing village of Crowdy Head, and is part of the Harrington Beach State Park. This quiet beach location between the two villages is ideal for relaxing strolls and fishing opportunities. Harrington break wall is a very popular spot for fishing, walking, and taking in the views of the ocean. There is a fish cleaning facility conveniently located at the beginning of the break wall. The Harrington Lagoon is located off the beach area; it is a safe swimming spot for families and is very popular during the warmer months. Car parking is available at the lagoon area off Crowdy Road. A rainforest walk through to Harrington Lagoon is accessible from Crowdy Street, with parking facilities. 4WD vehicle access to Harrington Beach is just north of the Harrington Beach Holiday Park. Vehicles on Beach Permits are available at Ritchies Bait and Tackle. ...

Crowdy Head Beaches

Crowdy Head Road, Crowdy Head NSW 2427
The beautiful area of Crowdy Head is located on a vast expanse of unspoilt beach which includes the North Beach and South Beach. The North Beach is a well protected beach, excellent for families. The Surf Lifesaving Club overlooks the beach and patrols operate during the summer months. There is a kiosk, cold outdoor shower and toilet facilities. Picnic area with barbecues and picnic tables are nearby. Four wheel drive beach access is available near the Surf Lifesaving Club. The South Beach is a quiet beach area ideal for relaxing strolls and, if the conditions are right, it is very popular spot for board riders. Visit nearby Crowdy Head Lighthouse for panoramic views of the coastline and the hinterland which includes the Three Brother Mountains (north, middle and south). There is four wheel drive access south of Crowdy Head....

Stones Oysters Seafood

479 Harrington Road, Coopernook NSW 2426
Stones Oysters located along Harrington Road is renowned for having some of the freshest seafood and tastiest oysters on the coast. Their retail seafood outlet offers a great variety of produce cleaned and prepared for sale. Sydney Rock Oysters are our specialty, and they open oysters daily to ensure freshness. At their oyster farm, they have the best technology and process strategies at their disposal. They ensure that the oysters they cultivate are of the finest quality and fresh stock is ready to go. Stones Oysters specialise in fish and seafood platters for all occasions, so give them a call to discuss your needs. To find out more about the wide range of products they offer, don't hesitate to contact the friendly seafood professionals at Stones Oysters today. They won't be beaten when it comes to freshness. Open for retail sales, wholesale and to the general public ...

Manning Point

Manning Point, Manning Point NSW 2430
Manning Point is located at the end of Manning Point Road, right at the northern entrance of the Manning River. It is bordered by the river on one side and ocean on the other. On the ocean side, long sandy beaches beckon swimmers and walkers, while the river side is a haven for boaties, oyster lovers, and fishermen. Manning Point's main street edges the river and the wooden jetties offer a perfect spot to cast a line. Visit the licensed restaurant, bowling club, or cafe which serves delicious coffee and light meals. There is four wheel drive access to the beach through Manning Point Reserve, but take care not to disturb the breeding area of the endangered little tern. This is the access point for Farquhar Park Camping ground also. Vehicle on beaches permits are required and are available at the Manning Point General Store....

Ghinni Wines

17584 Pacific Highway, Ghinni Ghinni NSW 2430
Established in 2001 after a long dairy farming heritage, Ghinni Wines is a sincere farming family business. The winery produces quality fruit and vegetable liqueurs using fresh fruit sourced primarily from the farm orchard and other local growers' including organic specialists. Flavours include: blueberry, orange, plum, lemon, and honey mead. Previous vintages include limited raspberry and private bin mead. King mulberries are developing fast in the orchard to add even more fructose to the fruit driven liqueur flavours. The winery is located by the Manning River offering a beautiful outlook and is easily accessible via the Pacific Highway just north of Taree. Bus groups welcome, please contact for times....
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Baeside

1583 Manning Point Road, Mitchells Island NSW 2430
Baeside on Mitchells Island offers affordable self-contained accommodation in a comfortable waterfront property, located on 36 acres fronting the magnificent Manning River, just north of Forster/Tuncurry and only three hours 15 minutes from Sydney. Manning Point beach is only four minutes drive with Wallabi Point, Old Bar, and Saltwater beaches about 15 minutes drive away. This delightful cottage contains three bedrooms, one bathroom, and large living areas. It is situated in a tranquil and picturesque location with views of the Manning River. Manning Point is a quiet beachside village approximately 15 minutes from the Taree turn-off and is surrounded by farms. Close by are Wingham and Gloucester for sightseeing. Baeside has polished floor boards and carpeted bedrooms with ceiling fans and a renovated kitchen with dishwasher. There is also air-conditioning, free WiFi and a wood heater when required. Views from many rooms to the river and paddocks. ...

Cattai Wetlands

Spring Hill Road, Coopernook NSW 2426
Just north of Taree past the Harrington turn on Spring Hill road lives the award-winning Cattai Wetlands, a beautiful coastal wetland and hidden gem of the Manning Valley. Cattai Wetlands provide a sanctuary for over 180 species of birds, kangaroos, wallabies and regularly spotted Goanna's. The Wetlands has over two kilometres of walking track and a board walk viewing deck for avid bird watches. Take a picnic and enjoy the surrounds with covered picnic area available for use. The Cattai Wetlands are open to the public Friday to Monday 8am till 3pm and every day during NSW school holidays. Guided tours are available by appointment by calling Mid Coast Council....

Harrington Festival: John Gollan Day Celebrations!

Beach Street, Harrington NSW 2427
Each New Year's Day the town of Harrington celebrates John Gollan Day with family friendly entertainment including carnival rides, live music, markets stalls, food stalls and a model train expo at 10am in the Harrington bowling club. The evening concludes with a spectacular fireworks display from 9pm....

Crowdy Bay National Park

Diamond Head Road, Crowdy Head NSW 2427
Crowdy Bay National Park offers an abundance of wildflowers, birds and animals, bushwalking, swimming and fishing in 8,022 hectares of coastal plains. There are long sweeping beaches north and south, extensive wetlands, rainforest pockets and coastal heath featuring beautiful wildflowers. Australian author Kylie Tennant spent time living and writing here, and her hut which was used as a writing retreat has been restored and maintained. Walking trails include the cliff walk, rock platforms and stony beaches and offer sections with eroding rock formations and towering rock spits. At low tide you can explore the rocks and pools below the cliffs. There's good fishing, bird watching and fascinating headland walks with abundant wildlife. Car-based and caravan camping is available at Diamond Head, Indian Head, Kylies Beach and Crowdy Gap Cultural Camp. Camping fees apply. Bring your own drinking water as it is not available within the park. Firewood sold on site. ...
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Farquhar Inlet

Farquhar Inlet, Oxley Island NSW 2430
Located at the southern entrance to the Manning River, Farquhar Inlet is a renowned fishing spot. There is plenty of calm water to enjoy all types of boating and watercraft activities. The Manning River is formed in Barrington Tops at the highest point of the Barrington Coast. At Taree the river splits and becomes a double delta, the only one in the southern hemisphere, creating two separate entrances to the river: Harrington Inlet (north) and Farquhar Inlet (south). Farquhar Inlet is also a camping ground which consists of 25 campsites set amongst shady trees with barbecue facilities and toilets available. Access to the park is by 4WD along the Manning Point beach (only on low tide) or by boat. Access via Old Bar is only possible when the entrance is closed. All vehicles require a beach permit issued from MidCoast Council. Due to the little tern colony who visit here over the summer months, no pets are allowed....
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Manning Point

Main Road, Manning Point NSW 2430
Manning Point is located at the end of Manning Point Road, right at the northern entrance of the Manning River. It is bordered by the river on one side and ocean on the other. On the ocean side, long sandy beaches beckon swimmers and walkers, while the river side is a haven for boaties, oyster lovers, and fishermen. Manning Point's main street edges the river and the wooden jetties offer a perfect spot to cast a line. Visit the licensed restaurant, bowling club, or cafe which serves delicious coffee and light meals. There is four wheel drive access to the beach through Manning Point Reserve, but take care not to disturb the breeding area of the endangered little tern. This is the access point for Farquhar Park Camping ground also. Vehicle on beaches permits are required and are available at the Manning Point General Store....
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Crowdy Head

43390 - Crowdy Head NSW 2427
Crowdy Head, five minutes north of Harrington, is a quaint fishing village and home to the historical Crowdy Head lighthouse. Perched high on the headland, the lighthouse site provides exceptional 360 degree views across the Manning Valley and north to the Hastings Valley. This is a great spot for whale watching in migration season and is easily accessible on a sealed road. Fishing charters and whale watching off Crowdy Head are available all year. The popular Crowdy Head Beach, patrolled during summer holidays, is edged by Crowdy Bay National Park which sweeps in a long arc from spectacular Diamond Head in the north to Crowdy Head in the south. Crowdy Head has a surf lifesaving club and an excellent boat ramp. A variety of accommodation options are available in the area....
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Crowdy Head Lighthouse

1 Elizabeth Street, Crowdy Head NSW 2427
Located 33 kilometres north-east of Taree, the historic Crowdy Head Lighthouse was built 1878-1879 and is one of five small lighthouses built on the NSW coast. The panoramic views from the lighthouse reserve are breathtaking. Looking north you can see beyond Diamond Head and the Three Brothers mountains (south, middle and north), which were named by Captain James Cook in 1770 as he sailed up the east coast. To the south you can see as far as Seal Rocks. This is a great spot for a bit of whale watching as Crowdy Head is amongst a number of spots on the north coast that has a great easterly position. The whales migrate north to warmer waters during May to July, and return to the rich southern feeding grounds in the Antarctic during August to October. ...
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Harrington Beach

Crowdy Head Road, Harrington NSW 2427
Harrington Beach stretches from Harrington village to the picturesque fishing village of Crowdy Head, and is part of the Harrington Beach State Park. This quiet beach location between the two villages is ideal for relaxing strolls and fishing opportunities. Harrington break wall is a very popular spot for fishing, walking, and taking in the views of the ocean. There is a fish cleaning facility conveniently located at the beginning of the break wall. The Harrington Lagoon is located off the beach area; it is a safe swimming spot for families and is very popular during the warmer months. Car parking is available at the lagoon area off Crowdy Road. A rainforest walk through to Harrington Lagoon is accessible from Crowdy Street, with parking facilities. 4WD vehicle access to Harrington Beach is just north of the Harrington Beach Holiday Park. Vehicles on Beach Permits are available at Ritchies Bait and Tackle or MidCoast Council....
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Coopernook

44912 - Coopernook NSW 2426
Coopernook is a small town on the Barrington Coast of New South Wales, Australia, close to the Pacific Highway. It is located 24 kilometres north of Taree and 11 kilometres west of Harrington and is administered by MidCoast Council. At the 2016 census, Coopernook and the surrounding area had a population of 538 people....
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Harrington

46483 - Harrington NSW 2427
Ten minutes north of Taree and just off the highway is the tranquil seaside village of Harrington which sits at the northern mouth of the Manning River. In 1894 a long breakwall was built to protect the entry channel for shipping, which now it serves as a scenic walk and great fishing location. The nearby Pilot Hill Lookout provides expansive views over the river delta and the graves on the hill bear witness to the pilots whose task was to guide the boats over the bar. A taste of holidays from the past, Harrington’s relaxed seaside lifestyle is a welcome escape from today’s frantic pace. Rest in riverside parks or cast a line for that elusive catch of the day. See the resident pelicans rest atop colourfully painted power poles waiting for the fishing boats to return. There are riverside and seaside caravan parks, cabins, pubs, clubs and cafes with great views so you can watch the hive of activity happening on the river....