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Come and visit the wonderful alpacas and be captivated by their eyes. With winter well and truly here why not purchase some of the fantastic items made
from the fibre of the gods in the Alpaca Shop. Spinning, weaving and felting lessons and demonstrations available on request. Workshops held at various
times throughout the year. Relax and enjoy a coffee and cake in the cafe.Parkes, Parkes Area
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1500 acre fully working cattle and irrigation farm on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River. Sit back and relax as you are taken around the farm in a horse drawn cart, while shown exotic animals such as the American Bison and the Indian Black Buck. You will also learn more about irrigation practices and layouts. You will witness the mighty size of the River Red Gums and their native residence as you travel into the brilliant River Red Gum Forest, where there has been over 20 species of birds si... Darlington Point, Murrumbidgee Area
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Aquatic Explorers is an SSI (Scuba Schools International) Platinum Facility offering new divers and experienced divers high-quality professional dive training. All dive courses are conducted on the premises in state-of-the-art training facilities. The company is a TDI/SDI Instructor Development Facility, providing courses using the latest training materials and teaching methods from TDI/SDI Australia. The shop provides air fills, nitrox blending and equipment hire. Oceanic Dealer of the Year fr... Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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Have fun learning...
Horses ranging from 12 hands to 14.2
Lessons for all ages - renew confidence... Half Day and Day packages, Parties, Workshops, Pony Club, Kids activities, School holiday camps.
Assessments on horse and rider
Comine riding with vineyard visits.
Open 7 days a week. 10 - 4Mudgee, Mudgee Area
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Aurora Clydesdale Stud opened in 1986, since then the Judd family have hosted local, national and international visitors.
The stud offers you the unique opportunity to get close to the gentle giants
of the horse world. Stroll around the collection of Australian memorabilia
and get close to Australian native and farm animals.
This is a unique opportunity to visit a real working farm!!
Open by appointment only for groups of 10 or moreWagga Wagga, Wagga Wagga Area
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An easy 50 minutes drive from Sydney Harbour Bridge, you will come to one of the best places in New South Wales to experience the “Australian Bush Experience“ as our rangers guide you on an interactive tour of our 170 acre sanctuary.
Get to taste, touch, smell our bush tucker and bush medicine and meet some of our hand reared animals face to face - koalas, emus, kangaroos, pademelons as they live and roam freely in the bush the way they did before the European settlement for wonderful photograp... Calga, Gosford Area
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There's so much more to the Australian Rainforest Sanctuary than first meets the eye.
Cathy and Ed Manners opened the park in 1985. They view it as a work of art, using the natural shapes and colours of the rainforest as the canvas for a wide variety of ever-changing views and vistas. You'll do well to find a more beautiful setting for a picnic or barbecue.
But the park also offers a unique chance to experience and learn about the lifecycle of an authentic Australian rainforest.
The park is ... Ourimbah, Wyong Area
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The multi national award-winning Australian Reptile Park enjoys the reputation of being The Zoo with Bite by offering unique exhibits, native and exotic animals and an animal experience you'll never forget. The zoo is situated less than one hour north of Sydney Harbour Bridge and south of Newcastle.
Discover loads of exciting daily interactive wildlife shows, including dingoes, wombat and Hugo a Galapagos tortoise. Hand-feed friendly red, gray and Kangaroo Island kangaroos as well as wallaro... Somersby, Gosford Area
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Australian Seabird Rescue is a seabird and sea turtle rehabilitation centre that offers one hour tours on issues involving our local environment.
Such topics include the biology and ecology of pelicans and other seabirds, the lifecycle of sea turtles, threats to their survival, responsible fishing, interesting facts about our marine life, what to do when an injured bird or sea turtle are found and ways in which one can contribute to the conservation of these animals.Ballina, Ballina Area
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The Australian Shark and Ray Centre is the only place in the world where you can stand in knee deep water with a group of sharks and hand feed them!
Pat the largest species of stingray in the world, as well as sharks!
Kids from two years old can do it!Bobs Farm, Port Stephens Area
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Australia's Bush Orchestra will introduce you to a unique thought provoking experience. Under a vibrant canopy of Australia's most colourful birdlife you will learn about the lives of great spiritual leaders, whose finest moments are revealed to you at beautiful locations throughout the forest.
There are two walks each taking approximately 30 minutes, one through ironbark forest the other through rainforest. You are accompanied by the sounds of bellbirds and other bird life.
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The Ballina Fishing Park offers a unique fishing experience in the beautiful surrounds of the Richmond River estuary. The fishing park is stocked full of prize quality Bream, Jewfish & other ocean fish to catch & release or to deep. We also have award winning giant tiger prawns seasonally available at our kiosk or to catch yourself. At the fishing park you can also cook what you catch at our BBQ picnic area & taste fresh Australian seafood in bush surroundings. The Ballina Fishing Park has s... Ballina, Ballina Area
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This area takes its name from the great Australian explorer - George Bass. In May 1943, the American merchant ship 'Cities Services Boston' sank off Bass Point and although no sailors' lives were lost, 4 Australian soldiers who went to their aid were drowned. An annual service remembers there bravery and a memorial has been erected on site.
Bass Point is a popular spot for recreational visits, fishing, diving and walking. Bass Point contains Aboriginal middens of national significance as well... Shellharbour, Shellharbour Area
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Come and enjoy a unique experience at Rossmore Park, just 8 minutes from the centre of Bathurst and under three hours from Sydney. See and hear the story of some of the leading sheep and cattle breeding off our tablelands in the famous Bathurst Sheep and Cattle Drome. Watch as they parade before you and move to their place on the stage. You can join in and milk a cow, watch a sheep being shorn and see the wool being classed.
After the show, relax in our picnic area or enjoy some of the many act... Kelso, Bathurst Area
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Bellbird Cottage is situated in Lakesland west of Picton. We have a large range of dolls, bears, badges,
spoons, antiques and other collectables on display as well as an operational H.O. Scale Model Railway.
In our shop you can purchase a range of small gifts, home made jams & pickles. We sell fresh fruit from the
orchard when in season from November to February.
Our property is 20 acres in size, we take you for a Guided Tour of our grand champion garden, this is a slow
walk of about 45 mi... Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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Bellevue Hill is a Fauna Reserve with wallabies, kangaroo's and emu's. At the bottom of the lookout there are playgrounds and free barbecue's with lights that come on a night for an evening barbecue.
At the top of the hill, you have a superb view of Cowra, which is nestled beside the meandering Lachlan River.Cowra, Cowra Area
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Flanking Eden both to the north and the south, Ben Boyd National Park contains 10,790 hectares of coastal land offering striking coastal scenery from sandy surf beaches, rocky bays and ocean platforms, to quiet campgrounds, sheltered inlets and historic lighthouses.
Named after Benjamin Boyd, a 19th Century entrepreneur who played an important part in the development of the area, the park provides a wealth of things to see and do.
Swimming, barbecue or picnic along the water's edge at a variet... Eden, Sapphire Coast
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The Berowra Valley Regional Park stretches from Pennant Hills to Berowra Waters. The Park is approximately 4,000 hectares, and provides a bushland amenity close to the city and passive recreational opportunities for the community, and a protected habitat for native flora and fauna.
There are extensive walking tracks, including a section of the Great North Walk. Canoeing is popular on Berowra Creek from Crosslands Reserve. Scenic lookouts can be found at Barnetts Road Reserve and Galston Gorge.... Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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Billabong Park is seven acres of beautiful landscapes gardens with easy walkways with over 50 species of Australian wildlife. Marvel at all the beautiful birds and talking cockatoos. Meet the friendly farmyard animals, wombats and feed the kangaroos or feed the thousands of colourful 'Koi Carp' in the waterlily ponds.
View the successful breeding program at work in the new koala breeding centre, with a host of mothers and their babies. You are also able to 'pat 'the
koala's. Koala photo times... Port Macquarie, Port Macquarie Area
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Birdland Animal Park is a delightful and intimate hands-on experience. Forrest paths wind through 8 acres of sweeping waterfront trees and landscaped gardens brimming with native Australian animals, birds and reptiles (over 50 species). Make way for the chugging train just out of the tunnel!
Most creatures trot up for hand feeding and patting. Cute orphan baby wombats (under Birdland's rear and release program) love to be cuddled. Have your picture taken beside a Koala at feeding time. Perhaps... Batemans Bay, Eurobodalla
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Blackbutt Reserve occupies approximately 182 hectares of land six kilometres from Newcastle city centre. It offers visitors many opportunities to link recreational activities and environmental education with conservation and research programs.
Consisting of Eucalypt forest and pockets of significant remnant vegetation, Blackbutt Reserve boasts a restored rainforest providing habitats for a number of rare and vulnerable species. Vast opportunities for conservation and research exist throughout t... New Lambton, Newcastle Area
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The Boggy Creek Show
An outstanding representation of Australia's unique Snowy Mountains heritage. Living and working the country with its animals is a cultural gift. Our presence for three generations in these wild and wonderful mountains has left us with a legacy from the past, with which we live today. You are invited to come and be inspired with breathtaking landscapes and experience this legacy through an authentic mountain farm show.
The Experience
Snowy Mountains horsemanship with stoc... Tumbarumba, Tumbarumba Area
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Located 4.2 kilometres from Bombala on the Delegate Road, the Platypus Reserve is an ideal spot to see platypus. The best times to see platypus are either early morning or late afternoon.
The raised platform makes viewing easy for all age groups. Platypus can stay underwater for up to 14 minutes, but more commonly they will only remain under for between 60 to 90 seconds, so be patient and quiet when you are viewing this national treasure. The onsite information board provides you with comp... Bombala, Bombala Area
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Located at the base of Willans Hill, the Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens are set on eight point nine hectares.
A discovery centre, mini zoo, children's playground, free flight aviary and rainforest section are open to visitors. Other attractions include a Tree Chapel, Chinese Garden, Camellia and Cactus Gardens and Miniature Railway. The Model Railway operates the first and third Sunday of each month.
A kiosk and the Garden Court Restaurant are open for snacks and meals. The Garden Court Restauran... Wagga Wagga, Wagga Wagga Area
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A diversity of water environments, salt and freshwater lakes, an attractive
lagoon and creek and a magnificent coastline, along with an extensive network
of walking tracks make a great variety of activities possible. Tura, Bournda
and Wallagoot beaches are popular for swimming, surfing and beach fishing.
The shallows of Wallagoot Lake offer safe swimming.
Sailing, power boating and water skiing are all catered for on the lake and
visitors are invited to use the launching ramp at the Wallagoot ... Tathra, Sapphire Coast
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Braeside Riding School offers horse riding lessons for children and adults.
A variety of lessons are available - Beginner, Intermediate and Pleasure rides. All lessons go for approximately one hour.
Preferably riders must have their own helmet and smooth sole riding boots.
Gift vouchers are available.Inverell, Inverell Area
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At Brooklock Studio you can see one of Australia’s leading hand spinners and weavers, Tricia Herford, give demonstrations of spinning, plaiting of leather and knitting straight from the fleece.
Handcrafted woollen garments can be made to order and you are welcome to browse through the local craft items. Talks about the farm and the Lockhart district are given over morning and afternoon teas are available. Devonshire teas is a specialty.Lockhart, Lockhart Area
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This route travels mostly through the Orara East and Lower Bucca State Forests and shares part of the route with the Wedding Bells Forest Drive. The drive gives a diverse look at the forests of the Coffs Harbour area, passing through many different types of forest. It goes to Mt Coramba where every extensive view of the coast and surrounding countryside are experienced.
Because of its commanding height, the mountain is the site of the Forestry Commission's main fire lookout tower for the Coffs... Coffs Harbour, Coffs Harbour Area
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Bundjalung National Park is located between Evans Head and Iluka. It contains a vast area of coastal plain, heath land and solitary beaches. A unique feature of this National Park is the Coffee Rock formations that stick out along the beach in the northern part of the park. Other features include the Jerusalem Creek Peninsula, freshwater lagoons, mangrove mudflats and rare rainforests at Woody Head.
The Esk River starts and finishes in the Bundjalung National Park.
The beaches (unpatrolled) sui... Iluka, Yamba Area
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Bungonia State Recreation Area is the largest recreation area in New South Wales. At 3893ha the area covers the strip of the Southern Tablelands from the spectacular limestone gorge of Bungonia Creek, south along the steep west bank of the Shoalhaven River. The area is adjacent to Morton National Park across
the river and to the south.
The area has hilly ridges of the dry sclerophyll forests, flora and fauna and deep limestone caverns. The gorge at Bungonia Creek is the most spectacular featu... Bungonia, Goulburn Area
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When it was built to supply water to the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, Burrinjuck Dam was ranked as one of the world’s greatest. Building commenced in 1906, the first water was used in 1912 and the original dam was completed in 1927.
Work has since been carried out, in 1994, to raise the wall a further 13.4 metres and bolt the wall down into its foundations, by two rows of post-tensioned steel cables.
In 2001, further work took place, to equip the dam to handle the largest possible flood -... Yass, Yass Area
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At the intersection of the South Australian border with the New South Wales-Queensland border lies Cameron Corner, named after the New South Wales Lands Department Surveyor, John Brewer Cameron who surveyed this area in 1880.
At this junction travellers get to view the world's longest fence, the Wild Dog Fence, at a total distance of 5614 kilometres from Jimbour in Queensland to the Great Australian Bight in South Australia. Gates in the Wild Dog allow visitors to the region to pass into adjo... Milparinka, Corner Country
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Covering about 22,000 hectares, Cape Byron Marine Park extends from Brunswick Heads in the north to Lennox Head in the south. Encompassing a range of marine habitats, the park is home to many species of dolphin, fish, seabirds and marine plants, as well as endangered species such as Grey Nurse Sharks, sea turtles and Little Terns.Byron Bay, Byron Bay Area
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Centennial Glen Stables is set in the magnificent Kanimbla Valley where you can enjoy the views and wildlife of this quiet and peaceful escape while taking a Horse Ride or Sulky Drive.
Riding instruction available to all and safety hats are provided. Available also are lead rides for children, open paddock rides, or guided half hour to full day rides with riding lesson available on request. By appointment only.
All Day Horsemanship and Riding Experience through otherwise unavailable areas... Blackheath, Blue Mountains Area
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At Centennial Stables we welcome all riders.
And what a fantastic way to enjoy Sydney! Take in the scenery or a little history by joining an escorted leisure ride in the beautiful Centennial Park.
If you are just starting out or want to further your riding career we have a team of qualified and highly experienced coaches and support staff to help you realise your potential. We take pride in our stables offering highly schooled horses in the disciplines of dressage and showjumping, which ... Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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A grand park in the European tradition, Centennial Park covers more than 360 hectares and draws more than five million visitors annually. Its grounds include formal gardens, ponds, grand avenues, statues, heritage buildings and sporting fields.
The park's great circular road, Grand Drive, was Sydney's first public suburban drive. Today the Grand Drive has tracks for walkers, joggers, cyclists, rollerbladers and horse riders.
The park is one of the few in the world to offer inner-city horse ri... Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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There are over 100 alpacas and the same number of fine wool merino sheep on the property, together with thousands of native trees, both naturally grown and more recently grown from extensive seeding. The latter includes many kilometres of native trees and shrubs of more than 40 species. These in turn have encouraged a burgeoning of native bird life on the property, including all the spectacular local parrot species, as well as finches, blue wrens and many others.
Features for visitors include t... Bowning, Yass Area
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Experience unique dining in historical Windsor (c1794) on-board a beautifully restored 1890's carriage, drawn by three majestic Clydesdale horses. Enjoy a gourmet three course a la carte lunch or five course a la carte dinner whilst travelling through the picturesque streets and parks of Australia's third oldest town.
Departing from the luxurious Sebel Resort & Spa, Hawkesbury Valley (where accommodation is also available), guests enjoy a pre-lunch or dinner drink in the comfortable Barracks... Windsor, Hawkesbury Valley
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The Coffs Harbour Butterfly House, Maze and Tearooms consist of a fully enclosed glasshouse featuring an indoor rainforest as the home of 350 to 400 live Australian butterflies. It is the only public display of live butterflies of its kind in New South Wales. Visitors are able walk amongst the butterflies, experience the life-cycle of the butterfly, spend time with one of the informative guides and often have butterflies land on them.
The maze, consisting of a hunt for butterfly information an... Bonville, Coffs Harbour Area
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A jumble of giant boulders heaped in the most fantastic positions by a past volcanic upheaval featuring excellent picnic facilities, Suspension Bridge, a peaceful, relaxing spot. Birdlife and wildlife sanctuary and, a viewing platform.
This is a classified nature reserve.
Walking trails are established to suit either an easy stroll or a more challenging walk for the adventurous hiker.
The name Cranky Rock was derived from an old legend which said that an old 'Cranky Chinaman' jumped to hi... Warialda, Warialda Area
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Situated 382km north of Sydney, 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 beautiful beaches north and south of Diamond Head. Australian author Kylie Tennant spent time living and writing here, and her hut has been restored and maintained.
Walking trails within the park include the cliff walk, rock platforms and stoney beaches offer sections with eroding rock formations and towe... Crowdy Head, Manning Valley
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Enjoy an hour-long fun, informative, hands-on tractor train tour and talk with John. Over 100 miniature animals are featured in the miniature animal collection on this working stud farm. As well as over 50 miniature horses, you will see imported miniature zebu cattle, a rare chestnut miniature mule and miniature donkeys. Many of these have been imported from the USA and come in many colours. See them, pat them and you will love them!
Set on the banks of the magnificent Crystal Creek where n... Crystal Creek, Tweed Area
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Cudgen Nature Reserve is approximately 464 hectares in size and is located on the Tweed Coast Road west of the village of Bogangar and north of Hastings Point. The reserve includes Cudgen Lake and Round Mountain.
Vehicle access to Cudgen Nature Reserve is a sealed road via the Tweed Coast Road from Kingscliff in the north or Pottsville in the south. Access north of Murwillumbah along Clothiers Creek provides a scenic drive from the west to Cudgen Nature Reserve. The Reserve is located only 2 ho... Cabarita Beach, Tweed Area
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Come along for the great atmosphere of the Dapto Greyhound Racing Club! A great place to come and watch the action live. We have great on-course facilities which includes dining room and bar.
Free entry for all. Bring the family along to a great night out at the World Famous 'Dapto Dogs'Dapto, Wollongong Area
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Enjoy the Aussie bush as you've never experienced it -- from horseback!
We have calm, reliable horses, experienced trail leaders, and mile after mile of beautiful bushland for you to ride through.
You can choose from a half-hour, hour, or two-hour ride. This family-owned and operated ranch, set in native bushland just an hour south of Sydney and 25 minutes north of Wollongong, is a great place to enjoy a trail ride or a lesson.
Our experienced trail guides and instructors are keen to share ... Darkes Forest, Wollongong Area
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Historic site officially opened in 1991.
Site of the Davidson Family Whaling Station, from where shore based whaling was conducted from 1826 to
1932. Three generations of the Davidson family worked from this site to hunt migrating whales. They were
the only whalers known in the world to work in partnership with killer whales (orcas). Their history is also
commemorated in the killer whale museum in Eden.
Interpretative signs incorporating historic photographs and sketches have been instal... Eden, Sapphire Coast
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The Island Sanctuary, situated in the centre of town, opposite the Town Hall, is an oasis of 14 acres of natural river red gum forest. An ideal picnic area, the sanctuary is abound with native flora and fauna.
Over 100 different species of bird life have been observed in the sanctuary. Many of these species can be seen whilst exploring the walking tracks. Kangaroos can also be seen, often laying about under a tree to escape the warm weather.Deniliquin, Deniliquin Area
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Dingo Sanctuary provides a unique opportunity to get to know and pat the dogs. The dingo is a breed whose lineage dates back into antiquity.
Highlights include displays, video presentations, dingo merchandise and educational literature.
Tours by prior arrangement.
The Dingo Sanctuary is in the process of moving to Wirrimbirra Sanctuary further information can be found at www.visitwollondilly.com.au or telephone Wirrimbirra Flora & Fauna Sanctuary on 02 4684 1112.Sydney Suburbs, Sydney
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Included on the World Heritage List in 1986, Dorrigo National Park is recognised as an area of exceptional natural beauty with significant habitats of outstanding universal value to science and conservation. One of Australia's most accessible World Heritage rainforests, the Park provides all visitors with an opportunity to experience and appreciate this unique environment.
Venture our on the Skywalk (70 metres, level) and Walk with the Birds (500 metres return with seating provided). Both are ... Dorrigo, Bellingen Area
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The Dorrigo Rainforest Centre showcases the World Heritage listed rainforests of Dorrigo National Park, one hour west of Coffs Harbour in northeast New South Wales.
The centre provides information, a shop, an exhibition and cafe and one of its most dramatic features is the Skywalk walkway and lookout platform over the escarpment edge for a close up view of the rainforest canopy. An interactive display guides visitors of all ages through different aspects of this World Heritage-listed rainforest... Dorrigo, Bellingen Area
