Hostels in port stephens top rated hostels 2020 hostelworld. Port stephens has a longer recorded history than the majority of lakes, waterways and ports in australia, and was seen by europeans before newcastle. Fabulous scenery typified by volcanic peaks along the coastline to crystal clear bays fringed by golden sand, port stephens offers the latest in modern comforts and a wealth of attractions. Port stephens is called the blue water paradise because of the beauty of its marine surroundings.
Port stephens book accommodation, tours, activities. Explore port stephens holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. The earliest inhabitants of port stephens were the aborigines of the worimi tribe whom charles grimes referred to as a taller, stouter race of people than those about sydney with a completely different language. The 10 best things to do in port stephens 2020 with photos. Port stephens australias blue water paradise, just east of hunter valley. We are passionate about australias blue water paradise, its beautiful sandy beach, warm clear waters and the unforgetable experiences that are.
About the south australia tour experience the rugged red outback and the spectacular cliffside coastline of the great australian bight, spencer gulf and eyre peninsula. For fine dining head to the waterfront restaurant little beach boathouse, or for a mix of seafood and classic pub fare book a table at mavericks on the bay, at the marina. This tour is organised by port stephens buses travel pty ltd and conducted by port stephens coaches nelson bay pty ltd, a. The 15 best things to do in port stephens 2020 with. Sir phillip stephens, secretary of the admiralty in his log book captain cook. You are in port stephens new south wales, australia, administrative region of level. Whether its a relaxing getaway or a funpacked active holiday, port stephens activities and attractions appeal to all. Some of the areas covered are booral, stroud, karuah and port stephens. Be amazed at the dramatic landscapes of the flinders ranges on the pichi richi railway. Located a quick two hour drive north of sydney, port stephens is not.
Electoral district of port stephens, new south wales, australia. Aboriginal tribes known as the worimi first inhabited the region. The leading port stephens holiday accommodation resource. The harbour lies wholly within the local government area of port stephens. Book your accommodation and tours with the official port stephens tourism website. History of port stephens is long and rich with colour, from early settlement to tourist haven. The 15 best things to do in port stephens 2020 with photos. Port stephens resorts oaks port stephens pacific blue resort. Port stephens is the submerged estuary of the karuah and myall rivers.
History of port stephens is long and rich with colour. Anna bay familys extensive war history remembered in book. Oaks port stephens pacific blue resort is only a short drive to the charming nelson bay and an easy 2. Stay up to date with news from in and around port stephens. Hotels in port stephens, australia the best hotels.
Dec 04, 2014 welcome to port stephens, its the perfect holiday destination just an easy 2 12 hours drive north of sydney with a choice of 26 beautiful beaches, crystal clear water, gourmet restaurants. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. Port stephens lies within the port stephens great lakes marine park and is situated about 160 kilometres 99 mi northeast of sydney. Birubi point cemetery, port stephens, new south wales, australia woodstock congregational cemetery, milton, new south wales, australia. He had associations with the australian agricultural co. Births, marriages, and deaths new south wales, australia births, deaths, and marriages search. Books with aboriginal family histories aboriginal australians family. Below is a brief history of port stephens from its first inhabitants the worimi. It is the original site of the australian agricultural company and more recently the location of the former tahlee bible college. The development of modern port stephens began in the 1950s. Sydney to port stephens 3 ways to travel via bus, car.
Index to the book port macquarie, a history to 1850 nsw, australia index to the book woolgoolga. There is lots do both on and off the water, including swimming with dolphins, whale watching, camel rides, hiking, golfing, sand buggies, paragliding, yachting, kayaking and much more. Browse the most comprehensive and uptodate online directory of administrative regions in australia. Regions are sorted in alphabetical order from level 1 to level 2 and eventually up to level 3 regions.
Living respectfully alongside the aquatic base of approximately 140 bottlenose dolphins, port stephens is affectionately known as the dolphin capital of australia. Publications port stephens family history society inc. Port stephens, an open youthful tidedominated drownedvalley estuary, is a large natural harbour of approximately 4 square kilometres 52 sq mi located in the hunter region of new south wales, australia. Apr, 2007 port stephens has a longer recorded history than the majority of lakes, waterways and ports in australia, and was seen by europeans before newcastle. Postal address po box 342 salamander bay, nsw 2317 australia port stephens campus 182 salamander way. Sydney to port stephens 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and. At the time of white settlement there were about 400 aborigines living around the estuary of port stephens. Great atmosphere, cosy bungalows in the middle of nature, beautiful surroundings. Port stephens day tour from sydney best bits are dolphin watching, known as the blue water paradise, on our port stephens day trip stop off first at a wildlife park where kangaroos and emus wander freely, join a 4wd tour of the massive dunes and sandboard your way down, and. Port stephens day tour from sydney best bits are dolphin watching, known as the blue water paradise, on our port stephens day trip stop off first at a wildlife park where kangaroos and emus wander freely, join a 4wd tour of the massive dunes and sandboard your way down, and cruise port stephens getting up close to wild dolphins.
Port stephens library, raymond terrace, new south wales. Includes burial location as per in records and newspaper articles. Port stephens and the surrounding area is an adventure playground for adults and kids alike. Get the best of the outback and the coast on the south australia tour. Port stephens is a large natural harbour which spans the 24 km between the mouth of the karuah river to the pacific ocean. For a few years now, port stephens has been included in the list of the fastestgrowing regions in new south wales. We are passionate about australia s blue water paradise, its beautiful sandy beach, warm clear waters and the unforgetable experiences that are waiting for all who visit. Port stephens council runs 4 library facilities in the local government area and forms. Find all the transport options for your trip from sydney to port stephens right here.
Welcome to port stephens, its the perfect holiday destination just an easy 2 12 hours drive north of sydney with a choice of 26 beautiful beaches, crystal clear water, gourmet restaurants. Top 11 airbnb vacation rentals in port stephens, australia. Holidays to port stephens and central coast australia austravel. Search the cheapest beds available at the samurai beach bungalows port stephens yha in port stephens, australia. Offering eclectic water activities and the opportunity of glimpsing dolphins and whales, port stephens is a perennially popular daytrip for people visiting the hunter valley. It proved such a success that the runs were expanded to salt ash and soldiers point. Port stephens, an open youthful tidedominated drownedvalley estuary, is a large natural. The st philips christian college group of schools lead the way in the hunter region in applying whole of life education and recognising each student as a gifted individual as created by god. Free of charge car parking available at the resort. About port stephens australia port stephens australia is a web magazine website that is dedicated to all things related to the port stephens region. The worimi are the traditional owners of the port stephens area.
Port stephens is an aquatic playground, home to a myriad of waterbased recreational activities. Best of port stephens, australia tourism tripadvisor. Apr 4, 2020 rent from people in port stephens, australia from. Port stephens is known as the blue water paradise and is renowned for its natural beauty, crystal clear waterways, unspoiled national parks and great fishing. Tin city 4wd tour port stephens, australia 4wd tours r us. Relaxed with large pool, bbq area, free wifi and more. Port stephens area new south wales australias guide. Port stephens hunter valley australia hunter valley. Just 250 metres from dutchies beach and an easy walk to the nelson bay town centre and marina, casablanca enchanted cottage is an adultonly property featuring 3 unique and individual 1bedroom apartments. From snorkelling to kayaking and surfing to diving, there are plenty of water sports to choose from that allow you to explore the rich marine life, disco. Samurai beach bungalows port stephens yha, port stephens.
After training in alexandria, egypt, he fought with the 53rd australian imperial. Port stephens travel new south wales, australia lonely planet. It was added to the new south wales state heritage register on 2 april 1999. Cruise out onto the bay to enjoy a dolphin watch with resident bottlenose dolphins, or even go whale watching. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in port stephens, australia on tripadvisor. Holidays to port stephens and central coast australia. With over 19 miles of clean, white, sandy beaches, port stephens boasts vibrant tourism and. Nestled in a sheltered harbour on australias east coast, its laidback towns have plenty of aussie charm, while its coastline is blessed with 26 pretty beaches and bays. Sep 06, 20 port stephens odd couple henk tobbe and john stinker clarke have paired up again to produce a book and a series of photos that tell the story of the history of nelson bay and surrounds. Port stephens now and then abc newcastle nsw australian.
Port stephens is around 100kms from the hunter valley towns of lovedale, pokolbin and singleton. Climb aboard our luxury coaches and take in the sights book online today. Hotels in port stephens city centre, australia hotel. Port stephens yha great chillout spot yha australia. We are 12 way between anna bay4km away and nelson bay. Port stephens new south wales, a natural harbour in australia. Tahlee is a heritagelisted former pastoral property of 68. The worimi consisted of the grewerigal, gamipinigal and maiagal tribes that lived on the waters edge around the port. Rome2rio makes travelling from sydney to port stephens easy. The main centre, nelson bay, is home to both a fishing fleet and an armada of tourist vessels, the latter trading on the towns status as the dolphin capital of australia.
Find out more about the current council road, park, reserve, playground, sporting facility and environmental projects in port stephens. The worimi nation, which envelops the port stephens local government area, extends from the hunter river in the south to forster in the north and as far west as the barrington tops and maitland. Book samurai beach bungalows port stephens yha and all port stephens hostels with no booking fees at hostelbookers. It is located in new south wales about two and a half hours north of sydney, on the east coast of australia, and has a population of about 50,000. A general history and collection of voyages and travels, vol.
Anna bay familys extensive war history remembered in book port. Consider casablanca enchanted cottage for your next trip to port stephens. Stay and play in nelson bay, shoal bay, fingal bay, anna bay, salamander bay, soldiers point, corlette, boat harbour. New south wales, australia aboriginal genealogy sources aboriginal deaths 1860 1900, ulladulla, new south wales, australia archived web page. With the exception of the suburban strip of coastline which stretches from shoal bay to salamander bay and soldiers point, the shoreline is dotted with small coastal villages. Port stephens odd couple henk tobbe and john stinker clarke have paired up again to produce a book and a series of photos that tell the story of the history of nelson bay and surrounds.
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