Magnificant Lake Macquarie click
The perfect escape - enjoy peaceful strolls around the lake foreshore,
take a swim at one of the many
beaches or visit the Watagan Mountains. On the lake choose from fishing, swimming, boating,
sailing, water skiing and scuba diving. Click for more
Beaches & Rock Pools click
Lake Macquarie has patrolled beaches that are popular with surfers and swimmers alike. Explore the sea caves at Caves Beach, enjoy a surf great waves at Catherine Hill Bay or Blacksmtihs Beach (where there are kids activity areas and a protected rock pool ), or Walk the long expanse of Nine Mile Beach. click for more
State Forests of the Watagans click
Camping and picnic areas, walking trails and lookouts beckon. Explore
State Forests' extensive road network by four-wheel drive, mountain
bike or horseback. Dogs (under control) are welcome in State forests,
but are not allowed in adjoining National Park areas. For information,
phone 4927 2900. click for more
Mandalong Gallery click
Authentic Aboriginal Art. Investment Art Pieces. Art for all requirements. Didgeridoos - Carvings etc.
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Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery click
Set on the beautiful shores of Lake Macquarie a newly built regional gallery offering a range of changing exhibitions with a craft retail outlet sculpture garden extensive picnic areas and a café. click for more
Hunter Wineries click
In Lake Macquarie we have a beaches, lake and forest
hinterland lifestyle and are just a short drive to the Hunter
Valley Vineyards click for more
Historic Newcastle click
A short drive to Newcastle, the historic yet modern city on
the Hunter River. click for more
Dobell House click
Dobell House was the home and studio of the world renowned painter Sir William Dobell. The house contains original furniture memorabilia and family momentos. The exhibition brings together the largest number of his works in any location. Also on display
are photographs and prints of his life & work. click for more
Sunnyside Historic Home & South Seas Museum click
The museum houses an extensive and unique collection of
artefacts and handicrafts from the South Pacific described
by renowned curators as the best collection in the Southern Hemsiphere. click for more
Lake Macquarie Performing Arts Centre click
Provides
opportunities for the cultural industry, both
professional &
amateur, at a local and regional level. Major
touring performances
have already expressed interest in
using the facility, which will
bring important cultural, tourism
and economic benefits. click for more
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