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NMSC (National Marine Science Centre) AQUARIUM - Your window to the Solitary Islands
Come explore the underwater wolrd of the Solitary Islands Marine Park, at the National Marine
Science Centre's Aquarium - without getting wet !
You will have the opportunity to see spectacular species that inhabit this unique
environment through a series of marine aquariums and visual displays.
The National Marine Science Centre is a Coporate Entity owned jointly by Southern Cross
University and the University of New England.

WHEN?
Open Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Tours begin every hour, on the hour
WHERE?
Located at Bay Drive, Charlesworth Bay, a 15 minute drive north of Elizabeth B&B, Sawtell
COST?
Adults $10, Children $6

The aim of this centre is to provide a window into the amazing life beneath the surface of the Solitary Islands and the fascinating world of marine science.
Dive in, and discover the exciting world of marine science at the NMSC Aquarium
  • NMSC Research
  • Solitary Islands documentary
  • NMSC Aquaculture
  • SIMP Estuaries
  • Inshore Reefs
  • Mid-Shelf Reefs
  • Offshore Reef
  • Recreational fishing

COFFS HARBOUR - North Coast Regional BOTANIC GARDEN
Located in Hardacre Street, Coffs Harbour, the garden offers visitors a unique blend of flora, recreation, education and relaxation.
Entry is free (a donation is appreciated), and regular events held at the garden include:
  • February: Botanical Jazz - annual series of four open-air jazz concerts in late summer
  • April: Coffs Harbour Lillipilli Art & Craft Exhibition - the biggest art and craft show between Sydney and Brisbane
  • May: Mother's Day in the Garden - free event featuring a concert, barbecue and Devonshire teas
  • September: Father's Day in the Garden - free event featuring a concert, barbecue and Devonshire teas
  • September/October: Botanica Spring Festival - Free festival featuring native plant sales, information stalls, community groups, arts and crafts displays, lunchtime concert, barbecue and Devonshire teas

MARKETS - Coffs Harbour, Sawtell and Surrounds
  • Every Saturday, 9am to 4pm - Coffs Car Market at the showground
  • Every Sunday, 6am to 2pm - Coffs City Uptown Markets, Castle Street carpark.
  • Every Sunday, 8am to 2:15pm - Coffs Jetty Markets, under Jetty Village carpark
  • Every Sunday, 8am to 2pm - Harbourside Markets, Jetty foreshores behind the Yacht Club
  • First Sunday in the month, 7am to noon - Coffs City Lions Club Car Boot Market, Jetty foreshores
  • First Saturday in the month - Glenreagh Monthly Markets
  • Second Saturday of the month - Woolgoolga Beach Markets
  • Every Fourth Saturday except December - Sawtell Trash & Treasure Community Markets
  • First Saturday in March, June, September & December - Bonville Community Markets
  • First and Fourth Saturday each month, 7am to 2pm - Bollywood Bazaar, Woolgoolga Beach Reserve
  • Second Saturday of September, December, March and June - craft market, Cavanbah Centre Coffs Harbour
  • First Saturday of every second month (!), 8am to 2pm - Valla Beach Community Markets, Valla Pre-school
  • Third Saturday of each month - Bellingen Community Markets, Bellingen Park
You can find a little more information about these events here:
Coffs Coast What's On? Scroll down the page for market information and contact details.

Sawtell is just 10kms south of Coffs Harbour, your perfect beach stopover when travelling the east coast between Sydney and Brisbane - or for a holiday at any time.

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