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Covering a region that includes 35 km of unspoiled beaches, a
valley of coastal wetlands and estuarine forest, waterways,
mountainous regions, five heritage-listed national parks, abundant
birdlife and marine life, as well as rich farm and pastoral lands,
there is much to see and do in the Tweed Coast/Tweed Shire region. As a sub-tropical
tourist destination, it offers much for the visitor including the
famous Mount Warning that towers over the valley. There are three
main centres that include Murwillumbah, Tweed Heads and the
adjoining Coolangatta. Tweed Heads and Coolangatta are twin towns,
joined on the border of New South Wales and Queensland. South Tweed
Heads stretches along the river estuary to the country town of
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Of course there are many more
towns in the Tweed Shire including: Burringbar, Cabarita, Carool,
Chillingham, Chinderah, Crystal Creek, Cudgen, Fingal Head, Hastings
Point, Kingscliff, Mooball, Murwillumbah, Pottsville,
Stokers-Siding, Tumbulgum, Tweed Heads, Tyalgum, Uki, and Wooyung.
These towns together with the world heritage listed national parks
offer a variety and unique taste to suit one and all. For additional info visit the tourist centre. For Tweed
Heads accommodation
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Tweed Coast / Tweed Heads / Tweed Shire Attractions
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Mount Warning
Towering over the Tweed Valley is Mount Warning, also known as Wollumbin, (cloud catcher) by the Aboriginal. IT is a central core
of the southern hemispheres largest extinct shield volcano.
Offering magnificent views, a climb to the summit to watch the dawn
is a must for those feeling adventurous.
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Minjungbal Cultural Centre
Minjungbal Resource Museum and Study Centre
Cnr Kirkwood Rd and Duffy St, SOUTH TWEED HEADS NSW
Ph: 07 5524 2109
Fax: 07 5523 1411
Listed as the Tweed Heads Historic
Site with the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service the Centre houses a
cultural display
showing all aspects of Aboriginal lifestyle in the north coast of
NSW. The Centre comprises an office, shop, refreshment kiosk, museum, art
gallery, and amphitheatre for outdoor performances. The Centre conducts various tours,
which encompasses a walk along the adjoining mangrove area. The boardwalk and
walking track is along the Ukerabagh Passage estuary,
overlooking the nearby Ukerabagh Nature Reserve.
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National Parks and Reserves
Include Border Ranges National Park, Cudgen
Nature Reserve, Lamington National Park, Mooball National Park,
Mount Warning National Park,
Mount Cougal section -
Springbrook
National Park,
Natural Bridge section -
Springbrook
National Park and Nightcap National Park.
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Tweed
Heads & District Historical Society
(General)
The Tweed Maritime and Heritage Museum is open 11AM to 4PM DST
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (excluding Public Holidays) and 1PM to
4PM DST Sunday. It has an extensive collection of local, Maritime,
and photographic artefacts. The museum is located at Pioneer Park,
Kennedy Drive, Tweed Heads West.
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Tweed Heads Historic Site
NSW National
Parks and Wildlife Service
Located at Tweed Heads about 1 km south of the NSW/Queensland border, bounded by Ukerebagh Nature Reserve, Ukerebagh Passage, a suburban street and the
Tweed-Coolangatta Golf Course. The historic site covers a region of about 8
hectares, includes the Minjungbal Cultural Centre, some areas of significant Aboriginal heritage including the
sacred Bora Ring, and is jointly managed by the NSW National Parks and
Wildlife Service with the local Aboriginal community.
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Tweed Coast/Tweed Heads Tours
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NSW Tours
Outback Eco
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More tour operators can be found listed on the above listed
cities/towns/localities, including:
Far North Coast
Tours, Fingal Head
Tours, etc.
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Tweed Coast
Adventures
The Boat House at Salt, Point Break Circut, KINGSCLIFF SOUTH NSW 2487
Ph: 02 6674 1039 Fax: 02 6674 5369
(Bookings)
Fun, exciting
activity hot spot based in Kingscliff (northern New South Wales). Our activities
will no doubt leave a lasting impression. Whether your adventure involves
kayaking the pristine waters of Cudgen creek with Mt Warning in view or surfing
the unspoilt beaches of Fingal to Cabarita, you will enjoy the spectacular
scenery of the Tweed Coast. Each activity can be specifically tailored
for the novice, beginner or expert adventurer. It's a great team building
opportunity for corporate groups and we also have special programs for kids.
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Tweed Coast Tours &
Charter
9 McPhail Ave, KINGSCLIFFE NSW 2487
Mobile: 0429 988 885
Fax: +61 2 6674 3536
(online form)
Locally based business offering
tailor-made day and extended tours at competitive prices. When you travel with
Tweed Coast Tours & Charter you'll be travelling in air-conditioned comfort with
an experienced, courteous driver. Tweed Coast Tours & Charter specialises in
tours and charter services for small and large groups in Northern New South
Wales and South East Queensland. Let us assist you in planning a trip for your
group!
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Tweed Coast / Tweed Heads / Tweed Shire Other Links
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Tweed Shire
Council
Civic & Cultural Centre, Tumbulgum Rd,
MURWILLUMBAH NSW 2484
Ph: 02 6670 2400
Includes tourist information and shire
events. Also map of region.
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