New South Wales info

New South Wales abbreviated as NSW is Australia's oldest and most populous state, located in the south-east of the country, north of Victoria and south of Queensland. New South Wales's largest city and capital is Sydney.

Bays in New South Wales , Australia

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It is impossible to deny the charm and tranquillity of Adelong. This small town (now little more than a local service centre) was once a thriving gold mining centre. It is a pleasant and sleepy historic rural settlement set on the banks of the Adelong River and notable for both its turn-of-the-century feel - there are few new buildings in the main street - and its pleasant stands of deciduous trees which make the town particularly attractive in autumn....


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Avalon is a northern beachside suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Avalon is located 35 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Pittwater Council, in the Northern Beaches region....


95 km north of Sydney via the Newcastle Freeway, Avoca Beach is a popular holiday resort. Avoca Beach boasts a lengthy, beautiful surfing beach enclosed at either end by rocky headlands and offers safe bathing for all the family....


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The climate and the stunning coastal scenery are still major factors bringing people to Ballina. The town is growing steadily with both families and retirees moving in, and tourists wanting to enjoy a quieter and more family-oriented holiday than some of the busier, funkier or more glitzy spots further up the coast....


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Balmain is a suburb in the inner-west of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Balmain is located on the Balmain peninsula surrounded by Port Jackson....


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On the banks of the Clyde River's broad sweeping estuary, the seaside resort of BATEMANS BAY enjoys simply brilliant views both upriver, to the mountains, and seaward, to the island dotted horizon. Chains of beautiful beaches and National Parks lie to the north and south. There are long, sandy strips with rolling surf and, only minutes away, rockpools, coves and quiet waters for family outings. BATEMANS BAY is home to the famous Clyde River oyster and seafood features prominently on the menu of many local waterside restaurants. The Clyde River is popular with estuary fishers chasing bream and flathead, while offshore, excellent reef and game fishing is available. Cruise boats ply the river daily or you can hire all manner of boats through to an extended stay on a houseboat. Catalina Country Club boasts a 27-hole layout of championship status. All local clubs welcome visitors. Many local artists and potters open their studios and BATEMANS BAY Visitor Information Centre can suggest gallery and studio tours. The Forest Gallery on the South Durras Road is definitely worth a look. At Birdland in BATEMANS BAY there has been considerable work undertaken recently. This is a great place for families - and it can be touchy feely too. You can handle friendly wombats and snakes and see a diverse range of Australian animal and bird species. Kids - and kids at heart - will love it....


Bayview is a suburb in northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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The Bellingen Valley's Waterfall Way is well known for its wonderful access to superb and secluded beaches only 15 minutes away, the Dorrigo rainforests and the romantic Promised Land with its many delightful picnic spots and safe swimming holes. The area also offers excellent facilities for horse riding, scuba diving, deep sea and marlin fishing, white water rafting or four wheel drive tours amongst many others....


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Belrose is a suburb of the Northern Beaches, Sydney in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Enjoy pristine white sand beaches and bays, as well as the Shoalhaven River. Canoe, dive, fish, golf, jet ski, horse ride, play tennis, surf, swim, or wind sail. Take a cruise into nearby Jervis Bay to watch dolphins, whales, the seal colony, and penguins. Hike in several National Parks, and observe native animals and birds. Visit historic towns, art galleries, specialty shops, and antique stores....


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Beverly Hills is a suburb in southern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Bondi is well known for its great sandy beach, as well as its surf. It is a modern and trendy coastal resort, which is very popular. Bondi has a number of cafes and restaurants which look out over the beach and makes a great place to stay and visit....


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Bonny Hills is a town in New South Wales, Australia and the prettiest village on the North Coast offering wonderful activities, wining and dining and accommodation choices....


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Bronte is a beachside suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Bronte is located 8 kilometres east of the Sydney central business district, in the Waverley Council local government area of the Eastern Suburbs....


Brunswick Heads is a town in New South Wales, Australia in Byron Shire. Brunswick Heads is a small NSW north coast holiday village situated at the mouth of the Brunswick River....


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On the edge of an extinct volcano on the east coast of Australia lies the beautiful town of Byron Bay. Long a haven for surfers, the once sleepy seaside village has blossomed into one of the most popular destinations for tourists both domestic and international, and is home to many famouse personalities, an extraordinary diversity of culture....


Cabarita meaning by the water, is a suburb in the inner-west of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Canberra is the perfect summer holiday destination to achieve the big relax. It was built on the banks of the Molonglo River, now dammed to form Lake Burley Griffin, named after the city's architect, Walter Burley Griffin. The capital is independently governed and covers 4,067 square kilometres....


Canberra is the capital city of Australia. With a population of over 340,000, it is Australia's largest inland city and the eighth largest Australian city overall. The city is located at the northern end of the Australian Capital Territory, 280 km (170 mi) south-west of Sydney, and 660 km (410 mi) north-east of Melbourne. The site of Canberra was selected for the location of the nation's capital in 1908 as a compromise between rivals Sydney and Melbourne, Australia's two largest cities....


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Carlton offers fantastic shopping outlets, pulsating night life and easy access by car or public transport, the Central Business District and other popular attractions including The Melbourne Zoo, The National Museum, The Royal Exhibition Buildings, The Old Melbourne Goal, The Queen Victoria Market and many Theatres. Nearby sporting venues include The National Tennis Centre, The Melbourne Cricket Ground, The Glasshouse Basketball Stadium and Olympic Park....


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Located only 1 hours drive north of Sydney on the Scenic Central Coast Shelly Beach is a Mecca for surfers, sunbathers and holiday makers and is fully patrolled from October to April each year....


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Clovelly Beach is amongst the safest beaches in Australia and is home to a family of gropers. Relaxing at the beach and snorkeling are very popular Australian pastimes. Alternatively go horse riding at Centennial Park, sailing or fishing on Sydney Harbour, surfing at Bronte or Bondi Beach, or golfing at up to 10 nearby Golf Courses!...


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Nestled at the foot of the Great Dividing Range in one of only two locations where the mountains extend right down to the sea, Coffs Harbour is found on the beautiful north coast of New South Wales. Too far north for cold winters and too far south for a rainy season, it enjoys Australia's most temperate climate. Long sandy beaches, large tracts of pristine rainforest and the beautiful Solitary Island Marine Park where migrating whales are regularly spotted, complete an idyllic destination....


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Collaroy is a suburb in northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Collaroy is located 22 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Warringah Council and part of the Northern Beaches region. Collaroy Plateau is a locality in the western part of the suburb....


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Cowra is a town in the Central West region of New South Wales, Australia in the Cowra Shire....


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Cronulla is a beachside suburb, in southern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Cronulla is located 26 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Sutherland Shire....


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Curl Curl is a suburb of northern Sydney in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Darling Point is a harbourside eastern suburb of Sydney in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Darlinghurst is an inner-city, eastern suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Darlinghurst is located immediately east of the Sydney central business district and Hyde Park, within the local government area of the City of Sydney....


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Dee Why is a suburb of northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Originally a small village on the south side of the Camden Haven River, Dunbogan now encompasses the headland settlement of Camden Head as well as the newer housing developments of First Fleet and Timbarra....


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Eden , on Twofold Bay, is pretty much the last seaside stop before the Princes Highway heads inland towards Victoria. Eden is touristy in a quiet sort of way, with good fishing, and there are plenty of reminders of the old days, the best of which is the Killer Whale Museum on Imlay Street....


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In just over an hours drive from Sydney you can STEP AWAY to ... Pristine Beaches & Vast Waterways - Unspoilt beaches, rugged cliff faces, rock platforms and secluded bays. Delight in our lake systems where you can fish, sail, swim, kayak, cruise and enjoy water sports....


Evans Head is located on the banks of the Evans River in the Richmond Valley Shire of New South Wales, and is the perfect family vacation destination with over 6 kilometres of beautuful beach....


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Fairy Bower is a beach in the Manly area of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia....


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Forster is a large coastal town in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, in the Great Lakes Council LGA, about 308 km (191 mi) north-north-east of Sydney. It is immediately adjacent to its twin, Tuncurry, which is the smaller of the two towns. The usual local pronunciation of the name is 'Foster'....


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Freshwater , formely known as Harbord, is a suburb of northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


Gerringong is a coastal town in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia with excellent beaches, water sports, golf, accommodation and fine dining opportunities....


Gordon is a suburb on the Upper North Shore of Sydney in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


Gosford is located on the central coast of New South Wales, Australia and is a popular holiday destination and prosperous business centre with mild climate and ocean beaches, natural attractions, cultural and culinary experiences....


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Gunnamatta Bay is a small bay in southern Sydney, New South Wales, Australia....


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Hallidays Point is part of the North Coast region. It is located on the coast half-way between Forster and Taree. Until recently it was a holiday area but is now a growing residential area made up of four villages, Blackhead, Redhead, Diamond Beach and Tallwoods....


Just 900 metres over the hill from spectacular Killcare Surf Beach lies picturesque Hardys Bay on Brisbane Water. Could all this be only an hour from Sydney? There's something strangely comforting about Hardys Bay. It's probably not high on the list of Central Coast hot spots, having just two cafes, a general store/bottle shop incorporating a defunct service station and being on the road to Pretty Beach and Wagstaffe....


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Harrington is a small fishing village in New South Wales, Australia at the mouth of the Manning River, with State Beach Park offering excellent activities and spectacular views....


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Just 90 minutes drive north of Sydney, the Hunter Region is the ultimate playground. The hardest decision you'll have to make here is which direction to turn first. Do you opt for world class wine and vineyards, awe-inspiring wilderness, spectacular coastline or picturesque countryside....


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Hunters Hill (also spelt Hunter's Hill) is a suburb on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


Set amongst some of the world\'s most beautiful beaches and national parks, Hyams Beach is perfectly positioned to take in all the beauty of Jervis Bay Marine Park and is only 2 1/2 hours drive from Sydney and 3 hours from Canberra....


Iluka is a small village at the mouth of the Clarence River in New South Wales, Australia....


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Jervis Bay (plus Currarong, Callala Beach, Callala Bay, Myola, Vincentia and Hyams Beach) An area of brilliant white sands and pleasant bushwalking. Located about 170 km from Sydney, Jervis Bay is both an inlet and the basis of the uniquely beautiful Booderee National Park which is a popular holiday destination. The Bay itself is approximately15km long and 10km wide. It is a spacious natural harbour sheltered by headlands of forest and heathland which jut out leaving a relatively narrow entrance. With a depth of 27 metres it is thought to be the deepest sheltered harbour in Australia. The waters are remarkably beautiful and range in hue from aquamarine to a deep blue....


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Katoomba is the chief town of the City of Blue Mountains in New South Wales, Australia and the administrative headquarters of Blue Mountains City Council....


Kearns is a suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Kearns is located 57 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of the City of Campbelltown....


Being the gateway to Sydney's South Coast the Kiama Municipality stretches from Gerroa and Seven Mile Beach in the south, west through to the Jamberoo Mountain escarpment and north to the Minnamurra River. Though not large in area Kiama has such a diversity of natural treasures it has been popular with visitors for more than a century with its green undulating countryside and paddocks separated by stone walls, now a trademark of our region....


We are only 90 minutes south of Sydney, 30 minutes from the Southern Highlands and just 2 hours drive from Canberra-Australia's Capital. Offering scenery you won't forget and memories to last you a lifetime, the Kiama area has all the ingredients for the perfect holiday....


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Killcare is a south-eastern suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, located on the Bouddi Peninsula. It is part of the City of Gosford local government area....


Kingscliff is a coastal town just south of Tweed Heads in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia, and is part of Tweed Shire....


Kirribilli is a suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It is located three kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area administered by North Sydney Council. Kirribilli is a harbourside suburb, sitting on the Lower North Shore of Sydney Harbour...


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Kyogle is a town in the Northern Rivers region of northern New South Wales, Australia, in Kyogle Council....


Lake Conjola is a small town situated on the South Coast of New South Wales. It is located in the region of Ulladulla, in the Shoalhaven....


Lake Macquarie is one of the largest coastal saltwater lakes in the Southern Hemisphere, and, as you can see, it is immense in size. Stretching almost 25 kilometres from north to south, there is 175km of lake foreshore. It is 3.2 kilometres at its widest point and offers a variety of activities both on and off the water. This camera, positioned on the roof of the Belmont 16ft Sailing Club, offers a view of Belmont Bay to Marks Point, with the Wallarah Peninsula as the backdrop to the city....


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Sydney's own Little Italy. To this day the area keeps its Italian flavour with its village atmosphere. There are wonderful restaurants on Norton Street....


Lennox Head is a seaside village on the north coast of New South Wales, Australia, situated on the stretch of coast between Byron Bay and Ballina in Ballina Shire....


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Linley Point is a suburb on the lower North Shore of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Long Reef beach can be found on Sydney's Northern beaches in New South Wales, Australia....


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Lord Howe Island is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and an island of volcanic origin with excellent water sports, rainforests, fauna, flora, bushland and crystal clear seas, it's paradise....


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Situated seven miles north-east of Sydney on the lower Northern Beaches, Manly was named by Captain Arthur Phillip after his encounter with the confident and Manly Aboriginal people of the Kay-ye-my clan who lived here. Surrounded on three sides by water, Manly is the perfect destination to enjoy both the habour and the 18 ocean beaches, coves and inlets to swim, sail and surf. But as the locals know, Manly is more than Sydney's premier beach resort. Come by sea or road and take some time to discover its rich heritage and culture, its great shopping, dining and family attractions - it's well worth the trip....


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Mascot is a suburb in south-eastern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Mascot is located 7 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district and is the administrative centre of the City of Botany Bay. Mascot is on the north-west side of Botany Bay and contains Sydney Airport....


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With clearer skies than any capital city in Australia, six surfing beaches, wetlands, Botanic Gardens, colourful convict, architectural and cultural heritage, Merewether Newcastle is definitely worth a look....


Get away from the hustle and bustle of every day life by visiting Magical Merimbula and relaxing and enjoying the jewel of the Sapphire Coast. There is something here for everyone including endless white sandy beaches and pristine clear waters of the ocean, lakes and rivers....


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Mollymook is located on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia and is part of the Milton–Ulladulla area, which is approximately 3 hours drive south of Sydney....


Mona Vale is a suburb in northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It is located 28 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district and is the administrative centre of the local government area of Pittwater Council. Mona Vale is also part of the Northern Beaches region....


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Moruya is the heart of the Eurobodalla Nature Coast ideally situated for beaches , national parks and forests. Moruya has arich history filled with the colour and romance of Australias early days. It is famous for its granite which was used on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and other historic buildings in Sydney. Country living by the sea sums up Moruya unique qualities and lifestyle...


Mosman is a suburb on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Mosman is located 8 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district and is the administrative centre for the local government area of the Municipality of Mosman....


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Mullumbimby or Mullum to locals, is just up the track from Byron Bay, and is the seat of the Byron Shire Council. This is a traditional Australian rural community that has long survived and prospered on dairying, beef, wool and small cropping....


Murwillumbah (meaning place of many possums,) is a picturesque town that spreads along the western bank of the Tweed River and up into the hills of the McPherson Ranges. Surrounded, as it is, by the rim of the world's largest extinct shield volcano and bordering the Tweed River, almost every street has magnificent mountain, river and valley views. It is a place where the lifestyle is relaxed and informal, the people friendly and welcoming and a perfect place to stop for lunch on your tour of the region....


Nambucca Heads is a coastal holiday town set on a headland at the mouth of the Nambucca River, and is one of Australia's most beautiful camping destinations. With beautiful beach and varied accommodation options, great activities, a golf course and day spa, all are welcome....


Narooma is a town in the Australian state of New South Wales on the far south coast. The town is on the Princes Highway. The name is said to be derived from the Aboriginal word meaning ‘clear blue waters'....


Narrabeen is a beachside suburb in northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Narrabeen is located 23 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Warringah Council and is part of the Northern Beaches region....


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Nelson Bay is a coastal resort town of 5230 persons located just inside the mouth of Port Stephens, a large natural harbour. Despite its growing popularity the town, treads a sensible line between tourism and charm....


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Newcastle is a river port with a main channel depth of 15.2 metres. The main export is coal and the port is the largest coal port in the World. The majority of the coal is railed to the port from extensive Hunter Valley coalfields. The decline in iron and steel exports in 2000 followed the closure of the cities steel making plant in that year....


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Newport has been a playground for visitors since the late 1800's. Nestled between the Coast Mountains, Pacific Ocean and Yaquina Bay, the natural beauty of the area draws those seeking a unique and exciting coastal experience....


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North Narrabeen is a suburb in northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. North Narrabeen is located 25 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Pittwater Council. North Narrabeen is part of the Northern Beaches region....


North Sydney is a suburb and commercial district on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. North Sydney is located 3 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district....


Northwood is a suburb on the lower North Shore of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Oatley is a small village at the south-western end of Jervis bay surrounded by National Park. It is two and a half hours drive south of Sydney, or 3 hours north east of Canberra....


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Old Bar is a coastal village approximately 15km east of Taree N.S.W. Australia. Old Bar offers a pleasant climate and lifestyle....


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North of Sydney on the coast of New South Wales in the Pacific Palms Wallis Lake area you'll find Pacific Palms. Set on a hill resort vacationers can view the Pacific Ocean to the east and Wallis Lake to the west. Nearby Booti Booti State Park ensures that the whole region will maintain its' natural habitat for wildlife and plants. Sailing, boating, fishing and water skiing are popular activities on the many nearby lakes and on the ocean....


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Palm Beach is a northern beachside suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Palm Beach is located 41 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Pittwater Council, in the Northern Beaches region. Palm Beach sits on a peninsula at the end of Barrenjoey Road, between Pittwater and Broken Bay. Palm Beach is sometimes colloquially referred to as 'Palmy'....


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Pambula Beach is a small town in New South Wales, Australia not far from Pambula. At the 2006 census, Pambula Beach had a population of 655 people....


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Port Macquarie is a large town on the mid-North Coast of New South Wales, Australia, located about 390 km north of Sydney, and 570 km south of Brisbane. The town is located on the coast, at the mouth of the Hastings River. The nearest railway town is Wauchope about 19 kilometres to the west....


Port Stephens is a large natural harbour located about 160 kilometres (99 mi) north-east of Sydney in New South Wales, Australia.[1] It lies wholly within the Port Stephens Local Government Area (LGA) although its northern shoreline forms the boundary between the Port Stephens and Great Lakes LGAs. More than 26,000 people live within 3 km (1.9 mi) of its 113 km (70 mi) long shoreline and more than 32,000 live within 10 km (6 mi)....


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Potts Point is a small, densely-populated suburb of inner-city Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Potts Point is located 3 kilometres east of the Sydney central business district and is part of the local government area of the City of Sydney....


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Pyrmont is an inner-city suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Pyrmont is located 2 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district in the local government area of the City of Sydney. It is also part of the Darling Harbour region....


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Ramsgate is a suburb in southern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Rose Bay, New South Wales is a suburb of Sydney located 5kms to the east of the CBD. Rose Bay is desirable and fairly affluent suburb because it is one of the few places in Sydney you can see both the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney harbour bridge together....


Rouse Hill is a suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Rouse Hill is located 42 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district in the local government area of The Hills Shire. Rouse Hill is part of Greater Western Sydney and is in the Hills District....


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Very close to Port Stephens, the 'Dolphin Capital of Australia'! Dolphin or whale watching cruises, sea kayaking, diving, fishing, golf, bush walking, 4WD adventures, dining or shopping in Nelson Bay (5 min.),...


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Sawtell is a coastal suburb of Coffs Harbour in northern New South Wales, Australia....


Scotland Island is an island in the north of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Church Point is located 33 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Pittwater Council....


Seal Rocks is a small coastal settlement in the Great Lakes Council Local Government Area, in the Mid North Coast/Hunter regions of New South Wales, Australia....


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Shoal Bay a very popular and protected bay very popular holiday destination. Take a walk on the wild side and check your fitness', a walk to the top of Tomaree Headlands is rewarded with a spectacular viewing of the coastline of Port Stephens. To the west of Tomaree Peninsula is Tilligerry Peninsula. Stretching from Salt Ash to Tanilba Bay, Mallabula and Lemon Tree Passage, The Tilligerry Peninsula offers even more holiday delights with an emphasis on eco-tourism. Port Stephens is only a 21/2 hours drive north of Sydney once here you are miles from anywhere!...


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Shoalhaven Heads is a town in Shoalhaven, New South Wales, Australia. It has a fine surfing beach, access to the Shoalhaven River and is surrounded by wineries....


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South West Rocks is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia, near the mouth of the Macleay River. It is approximately 40 km from Kempsey. Jerseyville is located nearby.  ...


Popular holiday destination close to the larger settlement of Nowra St Georges Basin is a large (12-km long) but shallow lagoon with a tree-covered shoreline. Several villages have developed around the edge of the lake, St Georges Basin township (187 km south of Sydney via the Princes Highway) and Sanctuary Point being the largest with a combined population of 4610....


Stanwell Park is a picturesque coastal village and northern suburb of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia....


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Surry Hills is an inner-city suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Surry Hills is located immediately south-east of the Sydney central business district in the local government area of the City of Sydney....


Sussex Inlet is a town in Shoalhaven, New South Wales, Australia. It lies on the west bank of the waterway called Sussex Inlet, which divides New South Wales from the Jervis Bay Territory....


At first sight there does not seem to be much to Sutton Forest - an intersection on the Illawarra Highway between the Freeway and Moss Vale. Few people live here: of those only there are only a few houses, now off the main road; the rest live on properties which spread out towards Moss Vale, Berrima, and Exeter. However, the name is famous, and the visitor is greeted with the sight of dozens of cars parked around the main buildings on weekends and holidays. Why do they come here? For the same reason they have been doing so for over 150 years - as passing travellers, and as visitors to this picturesque part of the Southern Highlands. The entire area between the Bong Bong River (a few kilometres north of Moss Vale) and Paddy's Creek (about ten minutes' drive toward and along the freeway south) was once called Sutton Forest....


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Swansea is a locality and commercial centre at the entrance to Lake Macquarie from the Pacific Ocean in New South Wales, Australia....


Sydney is one of the largest cities in its land size. It reaches across 1580 square kilometres. Sydney's CBD boasts 13 McDonald's alone. Most famous for it's opera house and harbour. The spactacular 2000 olympics were hosted there....


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Taree is a city on the Mid North Coast, New South Wales, Australia. Taree and nearby Cundletown were settled in 1831 by William Wynter. Since then Taree has grown to a population of around 20,000 people and is the centre of a significant agricultural district. It is 16 km from the sea coast, and 317 km north of Sydney. Taree can be reached by train via the North Coast Railway, and by the Pacific Highway....


Tarro is a north-western suburb of the Newcastle City Council Local Government Area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia....


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The small village of Telegraph Point is located on the Pacific Highway north of Port Macquarie, beside the picturesque Wilson River. The name derives from the telegraph line which crossed the river in 1869....


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Terrigal is a major coastal suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, located 12 kilometres (7 mi) east of Gosford on the Pacific Ocean. It is part of the City of Gosford local government area....


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The Rocks is an urban locality, tourist precinct and historic area of Sydney's city centre, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


Thirroul is a northern seaside suburb of the city of Wollongong, Australia, with the name supposedly Aboriginal for "Valley of Cabbage Tree Palms". Situated between Austinmer and Bulli, it is approximately 13 kilometres north of Wollongong, and 69 km south of Sydney. It lies between the Pacific Ocean and a section of the Illawarra escarpment known as Lady Fuller Park, adjacent to Bulli Pass Scenic Reserve....


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The Tilba villages, Central Tilba and Tilba Tilba, are set in some of the most picturesque country imaginable. Framed by the majesty of Mt Dromedary, known as Gulaga to the indigenous Yuin people, the area offers heritage, local art and crafts, local wines and cheeses, beautiful coastal beaches, National Parks, bushwalking, gardens, birdwatching and more. The Tilbas are located on the major coastal route between Sydney and Melbourne....


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Explore a beautiful region offering endless beaches, pristine lakes and majestic forested mountain. Fish, deep sea fishing expeditions. Scuba, Kayak, Rainforest and bird watching tours. Bushwalking. Dolphin and Whale watching cruises...


Tweed Heads is located on the Tweed Riwer and is the fourth largest city in New South Wales on the Queensland border wit great beaches and a sub tropical climate....


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The Milton Mollymook Ulladulla area is an ideal holiday or weekend destination located in the Southern Shoalhaven Region of the South Coast NSW. Driving time from Sydney is 3 hours and Canberra 2.5 hours. The area offers many excellent beaches, cultural attractions and accommodation catering for all tastes, interests and budgets including a vast range of retail shops....


Ultimo is an inner-city suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia....


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Vincentia in Jervis Bay is a short 2.5 hour drive from Sydney, Water sports available include, sailing, cruising, swimming, fishing, sailboarding, snorkelling and scuba diving. Jervis Bay is renowned as having the cleanest water and whitest sand in Australia. The waters of Jervis Bay abound with fish and are home to four pods (families) of dolphins, Booderee National Park is home to Lorikeets, Rozellas, Black Cockatoos and kangaroos...


Wallabi Point is a seaside village with four excellent beaches for swimming and surfing and is nestled between the ocean and the forest on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia....


Wamberal is a coastal suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, located just north of Terrigal. It is part of the City of Gosford local government area....


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Warilla is a seaside suburb of the City of Shellharbour, Australia which sits within the Wollongong urban area....


Warners Bay is situated on the northern tip of Lake Macquarie, Australia's largest and most beautiful coastal lake. Opening into the Pacific Ocean, Lake Macquarie is 60 nautical miles north of Sydney Harbour and over three times its size. It is a mecca of sailing, and hosts national and international regattas....


Warriewood is a suburb in northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


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Waterloo is an inner-city suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Waterloo is located 4 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district and is part of the local government area of the City of Sydney....


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Wattle Hill is a north-western suburb of Leeton, New South Wales. Wattle Hill was developed in the 1970's and 80's as a joint venture between Leeton Shire Council and the New South Wales Department of Housing....


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Whale Beach has long been synonymous as a playground for the rich and famous. This pristine stretch of beach is protected by a headland at both ends giving it a feeling of isolation and protection. Magnificent homes are built along the cliffs and escarpments surrounding the beach, catching the beautiful Pacific Ocean views that stretch all the way to the horizon....


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Windsor is a town in the state of New South Wales, Australia....


Welcome to Wollongong, gateway to the south coast of NSW. Wollongong is Australia's most liveable regional city located just south of Sydney....


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Woolgoolga is a town on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia with coastal setting and temperate climate....


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Do you enjoy eating delicious, fresh seafood, fishing, boating, sailing, golfing or just relaxing on the sea wall watching the prawn trawlers leaving the river at dusk, to return early morning laden with prawns? Then come to lovely coastal village of Yamba....


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Yarralumla is a large inner south suburb of Canberra, the capital city of Australia....


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