NAMBUCCA HEADS

The Nambucca Valley, 552 Km north of Sydney, is steeped in the history of coastal shipping and timber getting. Timber getting commenced around the 1840s when cedar logs were floated down the rivers. Later, bullock teams provided the transport between the felling and the mills.

One of the many beaches

In 1867 dairy and small crops were established. Later, ship building became a booming industry.

Between 1878 and 1954, no less than 15 ships were wrecked on the bar and river. Dairying continued to develop with butter factories established at Taylor's Arm, Macksville, Bowraville and Eungai. Banana plantations were established in the 1930s.

Nambucca Heads is approximately 40 minutes south of Coffs Harbour and boasts superb stretches of uncrowded coastline supporting many and varied water sports. There's accommodation and eateries to suit all budgets and tastes. Find out about Walking trails and Fishing spots.

Oyster Farms

There are breathtaking views from local lookouts especially Yarrahapinni Lookout, which commands one of the most impressive coastal panoramas in the state. Learn more about the early history of Nambucca Valley at Bowraville.

The Vee Wall Breakwater at the Nambucca River entrance has become a giant outdoor gallery for graffiti artists.

The V Wall

Construction of the breakwater began at the turn of the century and until about 10 years ago people anonymously left their art for all to see. Artistic endeavours are now encouraged and lovers, believers, families and visitors return year after year to preserve their efforts

 

VALLA BEACH

Valla Beach is located just north of Nambucca Heads and 25 mins south of Coffs Harbour

Valla Beach offers postcard views and all-year-round tropical atmosphere. This small coastal community is the perfect holiday destination and welcomes an influx of tourist every holiday season including the Hot Rod convention and the VW spectacular

There are many reasons people like to holiday at Valla Beach - fishing in our pristine waterways, surfing at any of the beautiful beaches, horseriding through the rainforest or along the beach, the monthly markets at Valla Park resort, to name just a few.

Come and enjoy a relaxed stress-free holiday!

This information and photos supplied by Valla Real Estate

 

Eungai comprises the two small villages of Eungai Creek and Eungai Rail, and includes the areas of Browns Crossing, Allgomera Creek valley and Eungai Creek valley including Tamban. It is just off the Pacific Hwy. between Macksville and Kempsey, on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia, about 500 km north of Sydney. Many travellers passing through experience a little of Eungai when they stop at the popular rest area on the Pacific Highway known as Paddy's Rest.

Eungai is a rural district, with cattle grazing, pigs, vegetables, flowers, fruit and nuts being the most predominant forms of agriculture. It is bordered in the west by the Ngambaa Nature Reserve, an opportunity for tourists to get off the beaten track and experience dry forested ridges and rainforest gullies, and the Tamban and Ingalba State Forests which provide timber for the declining number of independent saw mills in the area. There are well sign posted tracks through the forest and reserve leading to Kempsey, Willawarrin, and Taylors Arm, with it's 'Pub with no beer'. Tanban Road, which winds it way through the forest from Collombatti to Eungai, was the original path used by the local Aboriginals as a link between the Macleay and Nambucca valleys. It was also the route of the first white explorer, Clement Hodgkinson in 1843, as he trekked north from Kempsey to the Clarence River.

A major feature of the Eungai landscape is the view of Mt.Yarrahappini. Yarrahappini means 'koala rolling down a hill' in the local Aboriginal Gumbayngir language. This ever changing, forest covered mountain, dominates the landscape of Eungai. There are pleasant rural drives to be had in the area with Mt Yarrahappini Lookout and the Way Way Picnic Area being popular spots.

Heading inland from Eungai Creek village is a well sign posted rural road to Cedar Park; a remnant of the Red Cedar forests that once covered the area. A small plantation of red cedars was established in the 1950's to compliment the few remaining in the park. There are BBQ facilities, toilets,and walks in this popular National Park and Wildlife Service maintained park.

Eungai info compiled by David Dunne