Medowie Macadamias

The Medowie plantation, established in 1980, spans five hectares and cultivates five varieties of macadamia trees. Family-owned and operated, the plantation handles everything from planting to harvesting, even experimenting with new treats for visitors. Sample their chilli-flavoured nuts, macadamia brittle, ice cream, oils, beauty products and other unique gifts.

• Web:

  www.medowiemacadamias.com.au

• Address:

  672 Medowie Road, Medowie NSW

• Phone:

  +61 2 4982 8888

Port Stephens Community Arts Centre

The Community Arts Centre at Port Stephens is a hidden gem showcasing the talents of local artisans. Here, you can browse galleries filled with arts and crafts, all available for purchase at reasonable prices. The centre also features a charming weekend garden café, perfect for enjoying light lunches and drinks.

• Web:

  artscentrenelsonbay.org.au

• Address:

  Cultural Place, off Shoal Bay Road, Nelson Bay NSW

• Phone:

  +61 2 4981 3604

Port Stephens Shell Museum

The Port Stephens Shell Museum showcases fascinating displays of rare and beautiful shells, offering a wide variety of enchanting gifts and souvenirs. Explore the diverse shell collections and find the perfect memento to take home.

• Web:

  www.portstephens.org.au/attraction/port-stephens-shell-museum

• Address:

  92 Sandy Point Road, Corlette NSW

• Phone:

  +61 2 4981 1428

Rainbird Farm — Bobs Farm Avocados

Bag a bargain of creamy avocados, macadamia nuts, and local honey at the Rainbird Farm stall on Nelson Bay Road, Bobs Farm. Stock up before heading home or enjoy your avocados under the stars at your campsite. Open seasonally from mid-January to June.

• Web:

  rainbirdfarm.myshopify.com

• Address:

  3327 Nelson Bay Road, Bobs Farm NSW

• Phone:

  +61 432 194 700

Tailor Made Fish Farm

Tailor Made Fish Farms is a unique aquaculture and hydroponics operation providing live barramundi to restaurants. Using award-winning and internationally recognised recirculation technology, Tailor Made Fish Farms can offer visitors a combined package of Production Tours that run daily, with a delicious dining experience at the Cookabarra Restaurant and Function Centre.

• Web:

  www.tailormadefishfarms.com.au

• Address:

  476C Marsh Road, Bobs Farm NSW

• Phone:

  +61 2 4982 6740