Welcome to the official Tourist Information Website for the Great Lakes.  Only three hours from Sydney but a world away, you will find the Great Lakes, where the magnificent eastern dividing range forms a backdrop to one of the most dazzling stretches of coast you will ever see.

Discover where to stay; exciting things to do; an amazing program of events & markets; stunning natural attractions; the best places to eat & drink; regular news updates - plus informative guides to our beaches, towns, National Parks and so much more. 

So whether you're seeking relaxation, a family-fun packed stay or craving adrenalin fuelled adventure - the Great Lakes is the perfect holiday destination to visit all year round.  
 

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 What's On 

 Windsurfing Downunder Pro 2012
 When: Fri 27 Jan - Sat 4 Feb
 Where: Jimmys Beach, Hawks Nest
 Contact:  www.fw-australia.com
 
 Now in its 11th year, the Downunder
 Pro includes the Oceanic &
 Australian Formula Windsurfing
 Champs & is traditionally the
 highlight of the Australian racing
 windsurfing season. Attracting both
 well known professionals from the 
 International FW Circuit & top 
 competitive amateurs - combined with
 fantastic sailing conditions - the event
 should prove to be the biggest event 
 in Australia’s windsurfing calendar
 this season.

 Markets
         
 Sat 4 Feb - Bulahdelah Mkt, 
                        
 Sun 5 Feb - Blackhead Bazaar

 The Great Lakes is one big adventure
 playground and it's breathtaking in
 every sense of the word.

   Download our NEW Activity Guide
    'Things to do in the Great Lakes'

"Life is about great experiences - so 
 get amongst it" 

This March Forster Tuncurry is set to be 
alive with Australia's most
comprehensive fishing carnival and
outdoor expo. The pristine waters of the
Wallis Lake, the surrounding headlands,
off shore reefs and beaches, offer
anglers the complete fishing package.

Events include blue water, rock & beach
estuary boat/ kayak/ bank sections along
with an individual children's competition.

For 2012 there is also free entry to the 
expo based on the headland adjacent to
the Forster Break wall. Come and see 
the live fish display and exhibits from 
Industry & Investment (Fisheries) NSW
Maritime, children's fishing clinic,
seafood cooking demonstrations, the
latest in fishing tackle, boats, kayaks,
camping equipment and more.

With some fantastic fishing, great prizes
and plenty to keep the whole family
entertained ~ this is definately one not to
miss!.

   Download Entry Form. 

For more information & online entry go
to www.greatlakesfishingcarnival.com 

 
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 what's new on this site &
 guide you to the latest offers
 & competitions. And of
 course we want to hear your
 thoughts too -  so why not
 post a blog about your stay
 in the Great Lakes!

 
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