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It's not everyday we get a holiday visitor quite like Khumbu to Greater Port Macquarie. But Khumbu has well and truly come out of his shell whilst staying at Billabong Koala and Wildlife Park. Read more about his holiday adventures, preference for aromatherapy and visiting guests in this blog!
24 hours on a bike isn’t your average punter’s idea of a good weekend, in fact there are very few mad enough to even give it a go – if you’re in this category then by now you’d have your entry in for the Port Macquarie 24 Hour Mountain Bike Challenge. It's your chance to measure up alongside local Solo Man Jason English.
So, the New Year has begun and as we wind up for another 366 days this leap year one can’t help but search for things to highlight 2012 with.
We have some of the best beaches on the NSW coast, and most of those beaches are patrolled over the summer holidays. We have six beaches open with Professional Lifeguards and on weekends and public holidays the volunteer surf life savers.
Exciting news... the Glasshouse Espresso Bar is open AS OF TODAY and will be operating over December and January. The long-awaited, much-anticipated coffee hub will see coffee-lovers from near and far able to order their favourite brew. A standard run-of-the-mill cappuccino starts at $3.50, with delicious accompaniments like friands ($4) and cakes ($6.50) we dare you to resist!
The main message we are trying to promote this year is the simple "No Flags No Swim" policy. We have too many tragedies (4 deaths) on our beaches in the past twelve months which have all occurred on beaches which have not been patrolled. Senior Lifeguard Co-ordinator Grant Hudson with some helpful hints for this summer...
The Australian Traveller magazine's best-selling issue is back - and they want you to nominate your favourite view for possible inclusion in their 2012 theme: The 100 Best Views In Australia!
After an awe inspiring year Port Macquarie's James Magnussen has become Australia's Swimmer of the Year. In the Oscar's equivalent the 20-year-old was crowned in front of his team mates, supporters and the who's who of the swimming world.
Anyone else getting jitters? Please take the time to read the important info below to ensure your FOTSUN experience will be unrivalled! FESTIVAL OF THE SUN IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT! Thanks to everyone who has supported our event. We can't wait to see you next week.