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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.
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.
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.
Mandalong Gallery
Authentic Aboriginal Art. Investment Art Pieces. Art for all requirements. Didgeridoos - Carvings etc.
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.
In Lake Macquarie we have a beaches, lake and forest
hinterland lifestyle and are just a short drive to the Hunter
Valley Vineyards
A short drive to Newcastle, the historic yet modern city on
the Hunter River.
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.
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.
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. |
