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HOLIDAY IN NEW SOUTH WALES > AUSTRALIA
Tourist information New South Wales [ NWS ].
Regions of New South Wales : Blue Mountains, Capital Country, Central Coast, Central NSW, Hunter Valley, Illawarra, Lord Howe Island, Murray, New England North West, North Coast NSW, Northern Rivers, Orana, Outback NSW, Outer Sydney, Riverina, Snowy Mountains, South Coast NSW, Southern Tablelands, Sydney and The Murray.
Important Cities in New South Wales : Newcastle, Sydney and Wollongong [ all three along the coast ].
Other cities: Albury, Broken Hill, Dubbo, Tamworth, Armidale, Lismore, Nowra and Coffs Harbour.
Tourist destinations New South Wales : Blue Mountains outside Sydney with the Three Sisters rock formation, Hunter Valley [ wine region ] and Snowy Mountains, a popular ski resort.
NWS is the most populated area of Australia and oldest state of all.
The coastal area is overlooking the Tasman Sea.
Two federal enclaves: Australian Capital Territory [ ACT ] en Jervis Bay Territory.
Capital City New South Wales : Sydney
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Holiday Homes
South Coast Accommodation - Southern Highlands Accommodation
Self Contained Cottages, Caravan Parks on the South Coast NSW.
South Coast Leisure Times
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Hotels & Inns / Motels
Booking - Hotels in New South Wales - Hotels in Sydney and Kirribilli
Central Railway Hotel ***, 240 Chalmers Street, 2010 Sydney
Central Railway Hotel is centrally located in Chalmers Street near Central Railway Station, the heart of
Sydney's Transport System. The hotel is an ideal base from which to leisurely explore, or do business in
Sydney. It is within minutes of the Central Business District, Circular Quay, Chinatown and within 15 minutes to Sydney's famous Beaches.
Centrally located hotels ranging from small family run budget accommodation to world-class five star hotels.
Hostelbookers.com is one of the worlds largest online booking services for hostels. All hostels you see here are offering realtime prices and availability.
National Parks
New South Wales has many interesting National Parks, including the Royal National Park on the southern edge of Sydney which is either the oldest or second oldest in the world.
Australia National Parks
Travel Agents / Tour operators
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- New South Wales highlights
** Sydney, an ever-changing, forward-looking city of iconic sights and outstanding attractions. Don't miss the
buzzing harbour area and, in particular, the amazing Opera House, magical when the sun catches its shell-like roof panels.
** Great experiences in Sydney, including flightseeing helicopter rides over the harbour, climbing 134m to the
top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge for spectacular views and, of course, dining out - exceptional restaurants reflect the Asian-Pacific fusion that has transformed the Australian culinary scene.
** The majestic Blue Mountains, with picturesque bush-walking trails and bizarre rock formations.
** Beautiful Hunter Valley, with its renowned wineries.
** The natural wonderland of Port Stephens, with its wildlife sanctuaries and botanical gardens.
 British Airways - Holidays in Australia
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Oz Talk Travel - Australia travel packages to New South Wales and beyond
The following Australia travel packages include a visit to New South Wales as part of their itinerary, find out
more about New South Wales on our New South Wales travel information and New South Wales highlights pages.
Travel Guides New South Wales
Travel guides New South Wales
Sydney and New South Wales (Lonely Planet Country & Regional Guides)
Justine Vaisutis (Author)
This title offers expanded coverage of longer-term accommodation options including camping and caravanning. It has comprehensive information about
Sydney, the Byron Bay coast, Broken Hill outback and even Canberra. It is fully revised by expert local authors who have been everywhere in person, via
hiking boots, 4 Wheel Drives and skis! Local voices and perspectives give colour to the guide. There is lowdown on odd Australian events like Stroud's
brick-throwing event and the goanna-pullers of Wooli.
Paperback: 424 pages; Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 5th Revised
edition edition (1 May 2007); ISBN-10: 174104541X; ISBN-13: 978-1741045413.
The Rough Guide to Sydney
Margo Daly (Author)
Paperback: 344 pages; Publisher: Rough Guides; 5 edition (1 Oct 2009); ISBN-10: 1848360835; ISBN-13: 978-1848360839.
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sydney
Kate Hemphill (Author)
DK Eyewitness Sydney will lead you straight to the best attractions this magnificent city has on offer. Packed with stunning photography, colour
illustrations and detailed maps, discover Sydney area by area from boat tours around Sydney Harbour to eating breakfast on Bondi Beach. The guide provides
all the insider tips every visitor needs, from exploring the Syndey Opera House to visiting koalas and kangaroos at Taronga Zoo. You'll find 3D cutaways and
floorplans of all the must-see sites plus 3D aerial views of Sydney's most interesting districts, including comprehensive listings of hotels, restaurants,
nightlife and entertainment in each area for all budgets. DK Eyewitness Sydney explores the culture, history, art and architecture of this beautiful city, not
forgetting the best walking tours and great days out. With up-to-date information on getting around by car, train, bus, ferry and on foot plus all the sights, beaches
, festivals and pubs listed area by area, DK Eyewitness Sydney is your essential companion. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with DK Eyewitness Sydney.
Hardcover: 264 pages; Publisher: Dorling Kindersley (1 Jun 2010); ISBN-10: 140535268X; ISBN-13: 978-1405352680.
East Coast Australia (Lonely Planet Country & Regional Guides)
Ryan Ver Berkmoes (Author)
Paperback: 532 pages; Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 3rd Revised edition edition (1 Oct 2008); ISBN-10: 1741047242; ISBN-13: 978-1741047240.
Transport / How do I travel to New South Wales
Canberra Airport
Newcastle Airport
Sydney Airport
Wollongong Airport
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Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights
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CityRail - Tickets & Fares / Timetable
The CityRail network is one of the most cost effective, reliable and convenient ways to travel around Sydney
and beyond. Network covers suburban Sydney and extends to the Hunter, Central Coast, Blue Mountains, Southern Highlands and South Coast regions.
Sydney Buses - Your guide to bus services in Sydney - trip planner / time table
Sydney Buses gets you to your place of work, leisure, shopping and more. Sydney Buses also operates the
popular Sydney Explorer and Bondi Explorer tourist services as part of the Sydney Pass ticket.
Weather Australia - the weather in New South Wales
Map of New South Wales [ Uni Texas - Perry-Castaņeda Library - Map Collection ]
Links 
Visit New South Wales - Tourist Information
New South Wales Government
Arts & Culture: Art Galleries, Crafts, Museums, Libraries, Performing Arts, Music, Aboriginal Heritage, Heritage; Community & Festivals:
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Sydney Tourism
City of Sydney - government
Blue Mountains - Springwood, Katoomba, Leura and Megalong Valley
The Blue Mountains region is rich in history. Once considered an impassable barrier, the Blue Mountains is now a major gateway to Western New South Wales.
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Capital Country - Bowral, Goulburn, Canberra and Young
Capital Country is one of the oldest established areas in the country; this region combines the vitality and energy of Canberra with the tranquility of an established rural landscape.
Close to Sydney and wrapped around Canberra; it is set in one of Australia's handsomest landscapes, a
fascinating mix of heritage towns and villages, stunning country gardens and beautiful waterways.
This is a place to revel in, to revisit the past and refresh the spirit.
Central Coast
Beautiful coastline, sandy beaches, green rolling hills and valleys, a huge array of events to enjoy and these are only some of what you can expect on the scenic Central Coast.
Hawkesbury River, Terrigal, The Entrance
Central NSW
From the gold rush towns of Sofala and Hill End to remote sheep stations, Central NSW provides the visitor with an unforgettable bush experience - where history comes alive before your very eyes.
There are 14 National Parks and nature reserves to discover - including Wollemi National Park in the south to
the Warrumbungles in the north - and many opportunities to explore underground at Abercrombie Caves and the Wellington Caves and Phosphate Mine.
Bathurst, Orange, Dubbo, Parkes
Hunter - just north of Sydney
Great wines, gourmet food, superb restaurants and cafes, rustic cottages and romantic beachside retreats.
Relax on a houseboat on Lake Macquarie, or explore the broad ocean beaches and extensive forests nearby
. Hunter Valley Wine Country is a mecca for food and wine enthusiasts. Explore the wineries by horse
-drawn carriage, hot air balloon or bicycle.Meander through Maitland's elegant heritage precincts or visit
historic Morpeth, Australia's oldest river port. Singleton and the Upper Hunter reflect Australia's rural heritage
with small country townships and farm stays. The area also offers wineries, horse studs, forests and a
wealth of outdoor activities. Or for a change, experience Barrington Tops which features rugged mountains,
gorges and dense forest. It's a magnet for horseback riders, bushwalkers, campers and 4WD tours.
Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, Hunter Valley, Barrington Tops
Illawarra
Scenic landscapes, adventure, beaches, history & heritage, festivals, romance and fine food & wine? Well this 80km stretch of coast offers exactly that! And its all 1 hour south of Sydney.
Royal National Park, Wollongong, Kiama, Seven Mile Beach
Lord Howe Island
Imagine an island paradise surrounded by pristine white beaches and crystal clear waters, home to hundreds
of rare plants and birds all created by a volcanic eruption some seven million years ago. Lord Howe Island is
this exquisite place, just 11 kilometres long and 2 kilometres wide, and its part of New South Wales. It is one
of just a handful of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)World Heritage
listed island groups, noted for its wildlife and exceptional natural beauty. It is one of the world's last truly natural, unspoiled island destinations.
New England North West
This is Australia's big outdoors where the stars seem to touch the earth. A chance to take the road less travelled and enjoy great country hospitality rural Australia at its best.
Tamworth, Armidale, Tenterfield, Moree
North Coast NSW
Stretching from Port Stephens to Coffs Harbour and inland to Dorrigo, North Coast NSW offers a unique taste
of New South Wales. Whether you head to one of the popular coastal meccas, such as Port Macquarie,
Coffs Harbour and Port Stephens, or explore one of the region's stunning national parks - you are bound to find a perfect holiday escape.
Shoal Bay, Forster, Old Bar, Harrington, Laurieton, Crescent Head, South West Rocks and Nambucca Heads
are some of the best known beaches which dot the coastline, but there are many more remote coves and inlets scattered along the coast.
Port Stephens, Taree, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour
Northern Rivers
Stretching from the mighty Clarence River up to Tweed Heads on the Queensland border and out to the foothills of the Great Divide, the Northern Rivers region of NSW offers a wealth of diverse holiday
experiences. Whether your idea of the perfect holiday is lazing on a sun-drenched beach, bushwalking
through pristine rainforests, tootling through picture-postcard scenery along winding country roads, hunting
for antiques and quirky treasures at sleepy villages and country markets, or pampering the spirit with a
relaxing regime of massages and therapies …in Northern Rivers NSW you'll be more than spoiled.
Grafton, Ballina, Lismore, Byron Bay, Tweed Heads
Outback NSW
Here you'll find rugged beauty, vivid red earth, bright blue skies, endless horizons and prolific native wildlife.
Of equal interest are the mining towns of Broken Hill, Cobar, Silverton and White Cliffs.
Mungo National Park is famous for its Walls of China dunescape, while Mutawintji Historical Site contains one
of the best collections of Aboriginal art in New South Wales. Kinchega National Park is an area of glittering lakes and historical interests.
Broken Hill, Silverton, Lightning Ridge, White Cliffs, Wentworth
Outer Sydney
To discover the extent of Sydney's true diversity, visit the areas in and around the National Parks encircling
the city's outskirts. A trip out of town gives you the freedom to explore the natural settings of rural areas
many of which are rich in colonial history. For a serene getaway easily accessible from the inner city try Hawkesbury Gateway, Hawkesbury Valley, Penrith or Macarthur Country.
Riverina
National parks, picnic grounds, unique wildlife, heritage buildings, festivals, art galleries, historic trains and
planes, walking trails, country music, haunted houses, botanical gardens, agricultural shows, museums, producer's markets, rivers and ancient aboriginal culture.
Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Leeton, Hay, Tumut
Snowy Mountains - High Country
Spectacular peaks, clear mountain streams and the clean, crisp high country air provide a brilliant backdrop
for your holiday. In the warmer months, when fields of wildflowers bloom, you can become snap-happy on
horseback in the high plains or enjoy the impressive scenery on a bushwalk along the rooftop of Australia.
Melting snow generates a surge for white-water rafters, trout fill the streams and the vast lakes offer great water skiing or the outlook for the perfect picnic
Mount Kosciuszko, Thredbo, Perisher, Jindabyne
South Coast NSW
A few hours south from Sydney, you'll find a charming strip of unspoilt coastline offering pristine beaches,
picturesque seaside towns and quaint rural villages. Stretching from Berry to Eden, the South Coast contains no less than 10 separate national and marine parks.
Berry, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Moruya, Narooma, Eden
The Murray
Tumbling from its source in the High Country, the Murray is one of the world's great rivers, flowing through
river red gum forests, wetlands teeming with birdlife, rich agricultural land and busy river towns.
Albury, Corowa, Echuca-Moama
Albury - Albury City - Tourism, see Destination Albury Wodonga
Albury Wodonga, vibrant and exciting towns set in a magnificent unspoiled landscape amid rolling valleys,
mountains and parklands, on the banks of Australia's Greatest River, the Murray, which flows right between the two cities. It is a very special part of Australia in a remarkable setting.
Armidale - Armidale Dumaresq Council
Armidale is situated high on the northern tablelands of New South Wales and is midway between Sydney and
Brisbane on the New England Highway and just over two hour's drive from the coast along the Waterfall Way
. Known for its rich history from the early days of European settlement, Armidale has many fine heritage
buildings, elegant cathedrals and grand pastoral homesteads. Armidale's free Heritage Tour, which runs daily
from the Visitors' Centre, is an excellent way of enjoying a guided tour of the city.
Broken Hill - Visit Broken Hill
The City of Broken Hill is the largest regional centre in the western half of New South Wales. It lies in the
centre of the sparsely settled New South Wales Outback, close to the South Australian border and midway between the Queensland and Victorian borders.
Canberra City
Canberra is packed with national landmarks and the city boasts a lively cultural calendar and is abundant with
great restaurants and cafes. A short drive away you'll find quaint colonial villages and some of Australia's
most fertile farming country. There are orchards, wineries, and renowned wool and cattle properties.
Coffs Harbour - Coffs Harbour City Council - Tourism - Coffs Coast
Stretching from Scotts Head in the south to Red Rock in the north and inland beyond the coastal slopes of the
Great Dividing Range to the New England National Park, Coffs Coast is a region of green, pristine rainforests;
relaxed, friendly towns; a rich history and heritage; a superb string of golden beaches washed by surf; and a spectacular underwater landscape beneath blue Pacific Ocean waters.
Dubbo - Dubbo City Tourism
A city of surprises, home to one of the world's greatest open range zoos and boasting numerous other
delightful attractions. Dubbo City is perfectly situated right in the centre of New South Wales and within easy reach from most of the eastern interior and seaboard of Australia.
Lismore - Lismore City Council - The birth place of Australian ecotourism
Lismore's attraction to huge numbers of visitors from interstate and overseas lies in the beauty of its
environment, and the cosmopolitan communities of residents who are determined to preserve its natural charms.
Newcastle - Tourist Board Newcastle
Australia's sixth largest city, Newcastle boasts some of Australia's best beaches. Nobbys, Newcastle, Bar,
Dixon Park, Merewether and Stockton Beaches are all within 5 km of the city centre. All six beaches are
patrolled and offer your family a safe place to swim and relax. Alternatively you can enjoy the protection of our ocean baths.
Large expanses of grassy parklands on the harbour's edge are perfect for a relaxing family picnic. Mingle
with the hundreds of Novocastrians who flock to the foreshore each weekend for recreational activities such as kite flying, roller blading, jogging or bike riding.
Nowra - see Shoalhaven City Council
The regional centre of Nowra, situated on the beautiful Shoalhaven River, is a major town on the New South
Wales south coast and is close to the many popular natural and cultural features of the Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands districts.
.Tamworth - City of Tamworth - Country Music Capital of Australasia
Located at the junction of the New England and Oxley Highways, Tamworth is an easy five hour drive from Sydney through the scenic Hunter Valley, and only a little further from Brisbane.
It's the gateway to the Outback, surrounded by some of the richest agricultural country in the nation - beef,
sheep, poultry, fish, summer and winter crops, cotton, dairying, eggs, fruit, vegetables and vineyards…. Tamworth's got it all!
Spectacular scenery, fresh, clean country air and open spaces away from the hustle and bustle! A landscape patchworked through every shade of nature, the bright greens and golds of crops contrasting
successfully with the soft grey green of the eucalypt and the tawny shades of the grasses. Black velvet
skies studded with millions of stars. Warm friendly people who haven't forgotten how to smile and say g'day! The ideal environment to raise a family.
Wollongong - Tourism Wollongong
Wollongong, gateway voor de zuidkust van NZW. Wollongong is Australia's most liveable regional city located just south of Sydney.
Sydney Hobart Race
Over the past 60 years, the Rolex Sydney Hobart has become an icon of Australia's summer sport, ranking in
public interest with such national events as the Melbourne Cup horse race, the Davis Cup tennis and the
cricket tests between Australia and England. No yachting event in the world attracts such huge media
coverage – except, of course, the America's Cup and the Whitbread Round the World Race – than does the start on Sydney Harbour. And the others only happen every four or five years.
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