Dive into an adventure on Lake Macquarie
Lake Macquarie, 90 minutes north of Sydney, is great for all kinds of adventures, from water sports to mountain biking.
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Picture-perfect waterfalls
Picture yourself at some of the most photogenic waterfalls in New South Wales.
Port Stephens, a 2.5-hour drive north of Sydney, has everything from beachfront holiday parks to luxury resorts.
Great spots to take the family this year for the ultimate spring getaway.
Aquatic adventures in Newcastle
Surrounded by golden sand beaches, Newcastle is an aquatic playground. Here are some ways to enjoy the seaside city.
With its gold-rush history and renowned museums, the inland city of Bathurst is ideal for the whole family.
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Sydney blossoms in spring, its streets and gardens a rainbow of floral hues.
The thriving regional city of Dubbo, in the heart of the Macquarie Valley, is filled with welcome surprises.
10 ways to make a Dubbo holiday a hit
The Great Western Plains will surprise and delight. Wander Dubbo zoo, visit a Dark Sky Park and tour spectacular caves.
Head north for these scenic ocean pools
Swim in these picturesque ocean pools as you make your way north along the NSW coastline.
Explore the state’s gold rush history, visit remarkable outback communities, and try your hand at fossicking.
You’ll find beautifully designed gardens that flow with the seasons in Blue Mountains.
Take off to the NSW South Coast to explore the Kiama region’s buzzing café scene, rainforest walks and ocean pools.
From calm harbour enclaves to ocean-fed baths and Olympic seawater pools, here are places to swim like a Sydney local.
Port Stephens beyond the beach
Away from Port Stephens’s blissful beaches, explore golf courses, wildlife sanctuaries, bars and restaurants.