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Wallamba River

Natural Attractions

Wallamba River

The Wallamba River is one of several beautiful rivers born in the hinterland of the Barrington Coast. As their crystal-clear waters tumble from the rugged peaks, they breathe life into the land; for this is the Barrington Coast - a place where the leaves touch the waters from the mountains to the sea. The Wallamba River is renowned for its calm scenic beauty that's perfect for water skiing, boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming and scenic cruises. Before road transport, a riverboat milk pick-up service operated for the dairy farmers who farmed along the banks of the river. It's formed in the Kyle Range near Gangat, flowing eastwards for 72 kilometres and descending 271 metres before joining the Coolongolook River at Wallis Lake behind the town of Tuncurry.

Nabiac NSW

16 km away

Motorbike — Image credit: NMM

Galleries, Museums and Collections

National Motorcycle Musuem

The National Motorcycle Museum houses in excess of 800 motorcycles and memorabilia relating to motorcycles from 1900 to the present, including a large collection of Australian speedways. The museum is privately owned and operated by the Kelleher family and friends of the museum. The museum is purpose-built and has over 2,600 square metres of floor space. Groups are encouraged as there is plenty of parking for coaches and offer morning and afternoon tea for adults at AUD25 inclusive of museum entry and paid at the time of booking.

Nabiac NSW

16 km away

Museum — Image credit: MidCoast Council

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Tinonee Museum

The Tinonee Historical Society Museum is a small unique museum where you can research the history of the area. Experience the local history with an inspection of the original Gaol Cell which is located inside the Museum. The purpose of the Tinonee Historical Society Museum is to preserve the past for current and future generations. It is a place for learning and remembrance and to honor the pioneers and founders of their local area.

Tinonee NSW

20 km away

Gardens — Image credit: Tinonee Musuem

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Tinonee Heritage Walk

This self-guided walk around Tinonee highlights a number of built and natural items of significance to the history of the village. The walk is approximately two kilometres. Tinonee was the second Government town established in the lower Manning to service the farming communities on the west bank. The village was approved in 1854. Allow about 1.5 hours to visit all the items of interest. Don't forget to take drinking water and wear comfortable shoes.

Tinonee NSW

20 km away

Mograni Lookout overlooking Gloucester — Image credit: East Coast Photography

Natural Attractions

Mograni Lookout, Gloucester

Just before arriving in the heart of Gloucester from the east, Mograni Lookout is your grandstand for one of the best views in the Barrington Coast. Make sure you stop at the picnic area there for unbeatable views. To your left is the Mograni Range and below you is the township of Gloucester nestled on a quiet bend of the Gloucester River beneath the Buccan Buccans (the Bucketts Mountains). The Gloucester River is born as a rugged mountain stream high in Barrington Tops, but transforms to a calm and beautiful waterway passing verdant farmland in its lower reaches. It lends a lot of this beauty to the township of Gloucester, where it's joined by the Barrington River and Avon River, in the valley below you.

Tugrabakh NSW

23 km away

Interactive model steam driven sawmill — Image credit: Manning Valley Historical Society

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Manning Valley Historical Society and Wingham Museum

Wingham township, situated on the beautiful Manning River, was settled in the mid-1850s. Wingham Museum is located in a historic building once used as a grocery and produce store, circa 1872. The museum overlooks Wingham Town Square (or Central Park) which is surrounded on four sides by heritage buildings. Visitors to the museum have remarked on the large and extensive collections on display and the diversity of those collections which take people back in time to different ages from the colonial period to more recent times. On display are family portraits, furniture, fashions, folk crafts, farming tools, transport, glassware and mineral collections, military and indigenous displays, entertainment, local stories and sporting memorabilia. Within the Museum is the original 19th-century police cell which housed indigenous bush-ranger, Jimmy Governor, following his capture in the Manning Valley by local farmers. There is also a large collection of books and journals on local history for sale which can be bought at the museum. Archive resources are also available. Researchers are in attendance on Tuesdays from mid-morning. Please phone before coming. Alternatively, email your inquiries and you will be contacted.

Wingham NSW

23 km away

Wingham Brush Boardwalk — Image credit: Photo: NSW Government

Natural Attractions

Wingham Brush Boardwalk

Wingham Brush boardwalk and nearby walking tracks provide a gateway from which to discover the incredible world of plants, birds and flying foxes in the rainforest. The wheelchair friendly boardwalk is suitable for all ages, and connects with Graham Allen and Regenerators walking tracks. Continue along Flying Fox circuit and you’ll find yourself standing directly under the flying foxes' roosting site. Learn something new from the signage along the way, or just admire the gigantic Moreton Bay fig, stinging, and white cedar trees. Keep your eyes out for land mullets and brush turkeys in the undergrowth and listen for the distinct calls of the green catbird and wompoo fruit-dove. Why not pack a picnic, make a day of it and enjoy picnicking, swimming and fishing at the adjacent Wingham River Park? Then, sit by the banks of the river and watch the flying foxes flying out at sunset.

Wingham NSW

23 km away

Wingham Brush Nature Reserve

National Parks and Reserves

Wingham Brush Nature Reserve

Located beside Manning River, just near Taree on the Mid North Coast, you'll find an oasis of subtropical lowland rainforest at Wingham Brush Nature Reserve. It provides a fantastic day trip and excursion for the whole family. Also known as The Brush', this reserve preserves one of only a few remnants of this rare rainforest type in Australia, and is a significant roosting and maternity site for the vulnerable grey-headed flying-fox. Stand under the canopy and you'll see hundreds of flying-foxes hanging above you. Wander along the wheelchair-accessible boardwalk and follow easy walking tracks to discover the vibrant life under the canopy. There are great opportunities for photography and birdwatching, and lovely places to picnic by the river nearby. Don't miss the spectacular show at sunset, when all those flying foxes glide overhead in search of food.

Wingham NSW

23 km away

Big Buzz Fun Park

Amusement and Theme Parks

Big Buzz Fun Park

Big Buzz Fun Park is 25 acres of adventure and fun! The park features a toboggan run, three open water slides, a jumbo slide, a toddlers slide, a kamikaze slide, BMX and mountain bikes (enclosed footwear required), speed karts (enclosed footwear required), mountain boards, tricycles, shoot-for-the-basket, half tennis court, swimming pool, beach volleyball, trampolines, swings, nine-hole chip and putt short course golf, kiosk and plenty of undercover seating with free gas barbecues with shaded picnic area. The park caters for children's parties, social events, and coach tours and has an open barn available for hire, which can accommodate up to 250 people. Children under two years are admitted to the park for free, with use of the swimming pool and limited rides, toddler slide, trampoline and swings.

Rainbow Flat NSW

24 km away

Coolongolook River — Image credit: Higgs11

Natural Attractions

Coolongolook River

The Coolongolook River is one of several beautiful rivers born in the hinterland of the Barrington Coast. As their crystal clear waters tumble from the rugged peaks, they breathe life into the land; for this is the Barrington Coast - a place where the leaves touch the waters from the mountains to the sea. The Coolongolook River is renowned for its calm scenic beauty that is perfect for boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming and scenic cruises. It's formed in the Koolonock Range near Wootton, flows north-eastwards for 47 kilometres and descends 176 metres before joining the waters of Wallis Lake west of Forster-Tuncurry.

Coolongolook NSW

24 km away

Manning River

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Manning River

The Manning River is one of several beautiful rivers born in the Barrington Tops hinterland of the Barrington Coast. As their crystal-clear waters tumble from the rugged peaks, they breathe life into the land; for this is the Barrington Coast - a place where the leaves touch the waters from the mountains to the sea. The Manning River is a double delta river system with two openings, the only one of its kind in the southern hemisphere. The main mouth of the river is at Harrington with the second opening located at Old Bar. The river rises near Mount Barrington within Barrington Tops National Park. It descends 1,500 metres over its 261 kilometre course from the high upper reaches through the Manning Valley and out to the Pacific Ocean near Taree. The lower part of the river has several channels dividing coastal land into large islands, such as Mitchells and Oxley Islands. The Manning River and its tributaries have long been havens used by visitors, holiday makers, locals, oyster farmers, anglers and transportation during the early pioneering days. There is an increasing number of public ramps, wharves, pontoons, riverside parks, commercial tourist destinations and towns and villages scattered along the river.

Taree NSW

25 km away

Martin Bridge across the Manning River at Taree

Natural Attractions

Martin Bridge

Martin Bridge at Taree spans the broad Manning River, the mightiest of all the beautiful rivers born in the hinterland of the Barrington Coast. The bridge is a steel truss bridge of eleven spans on concrete supports, 463 metres long. Opened in May 1940, it originally had a central lifting span with two concrete counterbalances to allow for shipping traffic on the busy Manning River. The Manning River is now renowned for its calm scenic beauty that's perfect for boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming and scenic cruises. On the Taree side of Martin Bridge is a pretty riverside walk with plenty of space for a picnic on the grass overlooking the flowing waters of the Manning River.

Taree NSW

25 km away

Craft Cottage — Image credit: Craft Cottage

Shopping and Markets

Taree Craft Centre

Located in a lovely historical building, Taree Craft Centre displays and sells a diverse range of quality items handcrafted by its talented members. This is the ideal place to shop for that perfect gift for any occasion. There are also two large classrooms where regular craft classes are held as well as the Cottage Cafe serving home baked cheesecakes, scones, biscuits and quiches and good espresso coffee - eat in or take away.

Taree NSW

25 km away

Taree Heritage Walk

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Taree Heritage Walk

This self-guided walk around Taree highlights a number of built and natural items of significance to the history of the city. The walk is approximately five kilometres long. Allow up to two and a half hours to visit all the points of interest. Take drinking water and wear comfortable shoes. The Manning Valley was first explored by John Oxley in late 1818 but the first town did not appear in the Valley until 1850's. Taree did not start to prosper until the 1920s when the arrival of the railway saw the town increase in popularity and industry start to establish itself in agriculture, forestry and dairying due to reliable access to the Sydney markets. You may also like to stop along the riverbank for lunch. The Western Walk begins and ends at Fotheringham Park, and features the Manning River, Taree West Conservation Area, churches, and public buildings.

Taree NSW

25 km away

Taree Central

Shopping and Markets

Taree Central

Taree Central is located in the middle of the Taree Central Business District and is home to Woolworths, Big W, Susan, Katie's, Millers, Mather's and over 30 other specialty stores. The centre also has a food court and Bakers Delight. Free three-hour undercover parking is available below the centre and accessible via a lift or escalator. Both bus stop and taxi rank are located outside the store entrance and the Taree railway station is a flat 10-minute walk. The centre also runs fun activities for the kids during New South Wales school holidays.

Taree NSW

25 km away

Club Taree

Entertainment Venues

Club Taree

Club Taree is located on the Wingham Road just north of the Taree business district and is the largest club in the Manning Valley. The amalgamation of two of the Manning's most historical registered Clubs, the Taree RSL Club and the Taree Golf Club, in December 2001, means the club is now located on a picturesque 21 hole golf course. Club Taree has the largest, modern conference facilities in the area and is renowned for its weddings, functions, and premium entertainment. It provides ample car and coach parking and also operates a shuttle bus service. Hosting weekly activities including Charity House, raffles, bingo, and other promotions, you are sure to be thoroughly entertained. Dining choices include Dine on 9 Restaurant, Cafe Connect, Chefs Table and Craft Shop, Taree's only craft beer bar.

Taree NSW

26 km away

Rapid Fire Paintball

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Rapid Fire Paintball

Family-operated and owned, Rapid Fire Paintball is here to make your day exciting and fun. With unique games, well-maintained gear and fields, they hope to keep you coming back for more. Catering for small (Birthday, Bucks and Hens) or large (School, Christmas, Sporting, Work and Reunions) groups. Games are held rain or shine with large undercover areas, and there are barbecue facilities, toilets and a kiosk on site.

Koorainghat NSW

26 km away

Manning Mall

Shopping and Markets

Manning Mall

Manning Mall is one of the two shopping centres located in Taree and is home to Coles, Woolworths, Target, Telstra, Cotton On, Jeans West and a host of specialty stores, bakeries and eateries. The Mall is located on one level and has easy access for wheelchairs, prams and seniors, with free car parking available adjacent to the centre entrance. Why not become a member of the Manning Mall Mighty Monkeys Kids Club? All of their members receive regular newsletters to keep up to date with what's happening in the centre, their great school holiday activities, as well as some fantastic competitions! See the website for more details.

Taree NSW

26 km away

Manning Regional Art Gallery exhibition — Image credit: MidCoast Council

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Manning Regional Art Gallery

Manning Regional Art Gallery in downtown Taree is a cultural service of MidCoast Council. The Gallery is a vibrant cultural hub, fostering the production, understanding and appreciation of the arts and facilitating community engagement in the Manning Valley region for over 30 years The Manning Regional Art Gallery comprises a generous exhibition area, with adjoining studio workshop, outdoor art space and a spacious open-air deck for events and openings. Exhibition openings give our supporters, patrons and the public the opportunity to meet the presenting artists, network with other creatives and engage with the art. Many artists present floor talks, conducting walking tours through their exhibitions. With a collection of over 330 works gathered over 60 years, and an annual program of over 20 new exhibitions a year, you'll always find something that moves you, in both our exhibitions of emerging artists, and the high-profile touring shows. It's about connecting people through art in as many ways as possible. The Gallery Shop showcases a beautiful range of jewellery, gifts and homewares as well as selected handmade local arts and crafts.

Taree NSW

26 km away

Gloucester Creatives

Shopping and Markets

Gloucester Creatives

Gloucester Creatives is now open: a place to meet, learn new skills and find quality handmade items. Local creatives have turned Gloucester's old garden centre into a beautiful space to showcase talented local artists and artisans. You'll be amazed by the quality and variety in their retail gallery: artwork, jewellery, woodwork, clothing, soaps, preserves, cards, plants, macrame... all handcrafted by locals. While you're there you might see a workshop in progress or peek over an artist's shoulder while they work. The kids can entertain themselves with timeless games or get crafty with their Craft Kits. Then you can relax in their beautiful outdoor space with a cuppa from the coffee van. You might be lucky enough to catch a local musician playing on the stage. You never know what you might find at Gloucester Creatives!

Gloucester NSW

26 km away

Gloucester Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Gloucester Gallery

Gloucester Gallery hosts an exciting program of quality monthly exhibitions presented by visiting and local artists and community groups. The gallery is a much-loved and inviting space for artists and art lovers alike from across the region and beyond. Gloucester Arts and Cultural Council Inc established this non-for-profit exhibition space in 1999, which is located in the historic Gloucester School of Arts building in the heart of town. Their aim is to foster the practice, study and appreciation of the arts in the community by encouraging and supporting artists in their artistic, economic and professional development.

Gloucester NSW

26 km away

At Gloucester Museum learn about the Memorial Park — Image credit: Gloucester Visitor Information Centre

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Gloucester Museum

The Gloucester Museum is full of fascinating local history and valuable artefacts. Accompanying the Aboriginal artefacts and artwork are substantial collections dating from the 1826 European arrival. The collection and preservation of photographic records, memorabilia and archival material dates back to 1826 when Gloucester and surrounding towns were named by the Australian Agricultural Company's Agent Mr Robert Dawson soon after his arrival. Friendly staff are on hand to assist in providing a most enjoyable experience down Memory Lane. Bus groups visiting Gloucester are welcome and are offered personalised guided tours of the Museum and/or the district.

Gloucester NSW

26 km away

Chapel of Light

Entertainment Venues

Chapel of Light

Beautiful award winning wedding venue Surrounded by a stunning natural landscape, the venue is perfect for ceremonies, conferences and corporate events with an inspiring country atmosphere. With floor to ceiling windows that overlook the majestic Tallwoods Golf Course with seating for up to 80 guests and equipped with the state of the art audio-visual equipment. Catering for love, learning or leisure. The Chapel of Light situated on the Tallwoods Country Club acreage they can offer you privacy, prestige and a boutique coastal environment for your special event. The stunning Chapel of Light, with its timber lined cathedral ceilings, elegant stained glass windows, wooden pews and french doors, create a uniquely romantic ambiance. Its perfect for everlasting memories for that special occasion. Coupled with the majestic Tall woods Country Club and its famous "Bunker Bar" Restaurant and bar offering bespoke packages to suit every requirements.

Hallidays Point NSW

26 km away

Tallwoods Country Club and Golf Course

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Tallwoods Country Club and Golf Course

NSW Golf Club Tallwoods Country Club is a 18 hole Championship Golf Course nestled amongst the dramatic coastline of the Manning Valley and is the regions premier golfing destination. Tallwoods golf course is the perfect venue for social golfing groups, corporate golf days or corporate events. The on site Restaurant offers the freshest local produce with something to satisfy even the most discerning tastes. Enjoy a cold beverage after your game in their beer garden. Complimented by the conference and function facilities, Tallwoods Country Club offers the perfect setting for business meetings, weddings and functions. To complete the package Tallwoods Country Club has onsite accommodation so you can play and stay. They look forward to welcoming you to Tallwoods Country Club.

Tallwoods Village NSW

26 km away

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