Way Way Forest Lodge is a unique holiday centre on the Mid North Coast. Formerly a school ecology camp, the lodge has been modernised to offer stylish self contained units for families, or clean and comfortable dormitories for groups, all overlooking the Warrell Creek valley and magnificent views of the coastal escarpment.

The 12 acre property is a sanctuary from the outside world, and is ideal as an active family venue, or for group workshops, reunions or conferences.

Way Way Forest Lodge is on the banks of Warrell Creek which offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities., a stroll away from a precious coastal Rainforest remnant, now known as the Yarriabini National Park and 5 kms down the road from Scotts Head with its popular surf break and beach holiday attractions.

The main activities are:

• Fishing - either from the banks or from your boat
• Swimming - in the river
• Bird watching

Gumma Reserve is under the contol of a Nambucca Shire Council committee. There is no office or site bookings - simply arrive and select your site. A member of the committee will call around to collect camping fees.

Guests staying for extended periods are asked to consider using shade cloth flooring or similar so not to kill the grass areas.

No permanent Camping is allowed under NSW state laws.

• No site bookings
• A trust member will call on you to collect fees
• An official receipt will be issued

• No Pets
• All site signage must be obeyed
• Camp fires must be confined and are not permitted during bush fire restricted times.
• No loud music
• Noise restriction after 10 PM
• Anti-social or annoying behaviour will not be tolerated
• Please use the boat ramp safely
• Don't feed the goannas
• Be water wise

Under 1995 Government Regulations, a person is allowed to stay in a park in a movable dwelling no more than 150 days in any 12 month period, unless that movable dwelling is a van, and that person is the owner. The owner of a holiday van is not to stay for a total of more than 180 days in a 12 month period.

We have 12 deluxe rooms all with ensuite and private courtyards. Also available is a 2 bedroom cottage that sleeps four guests and is completely self contained with kitchen, lounge, bathroom and laundry.

Jacaranda Country Lodge also features a function room that can cater for functions, weddings and conferences.

All room prices include a continental breakfast and full use of all our facilities including pool, tennis court, billiard room, walking track, fishing jetty and boat ramp.

All bathrooms are of the highest quality and some have spa baths as well for a small additional charge. Just ask for a Spa Suite when making your reservation.

The first thing you'll notice about all the guest rooms at the Mandarin Motel is that they are magnificently spacious. No matter which configuration you choose you can expect a generous level of space and comfort.

Our Hot Marmalade breakfast room can also be flexibly converted to a conference facility for functions,
meetings, presentations and conferences. Speak to us about your special needs and we will probably be able to meet your requirements.

Also the Macksville Hospital is just up the road. You couldn't hope for a more convenient location.

You don't need any particular reason to visit the Nambucca Valley. It has a wide reputation for being one of the prettiest regions anywhere in Australia.

All rooms have queen beds, reverse cycle air conditioners, remote Control TV,and tea and coffee making facilities for your convenience.

All our rooms are non smoking. Our onsite facilities include inground salt water swimming pool, a large steam room and a great comfortable spa.

The River Cruises depart from the wharf at the Visitor Information Centre in Nambucca Heads. Please check start time with Visitor Information Centre on 1800 646 587.

OSPREY CRUISE BOAT

• Our cruise boat carries a maximum of 49 passengers.
• We are available for functions, Parties, Presentations for 2 or 3 hour cruises.
• It is equipped with a PA System and 22 inch LCD TV / DVD / Flash drive multi media display for your presentation needs.
• We do groups or individual bookings.
• We are open to suggestions should your group require special needs.

We originally bought the Star Hotel in december 2001 with partner Steve McEvoy and sold a lease to Peter and Sally Williams in 2003. In September last year, we bought the lease back and began transforming the Star into a beautiful Family Hotel & were really excited to see it completed Jenny said.

Jenny and her husband John now own the Star in partnership with sons Ben and Adam. From top to bottom, the Hotel has a new look, its much more open and inviting, with a variety of seating options for example banquette seating in the bistro adjacent a new "picture window"with a fern filled courtyard outlook.

The Beer Garden has, not been overlooked either. It now seats 50 people comfortably and features a "pavilion style" roof that compliments the Hotel beautifully and makes for year round use of this area. The beer garden also has great views of the Nambucca Riverand with a Tiny Tots play area it's now a great spot for family functions and other special events Jenny said.

Finally, the magnificient verandahs offer sweeping views up and down the Nambucca River, with the upstairs verandah comfortably seating 60, plus a delightful adjoining lounge for that quiet cocktail . The upstairs verandah is accessed via new sweeping staircase and with new sound and lighting, and decor this is a fantastic area for your next lunch or dinner outing and should be considered for that special function. Our son Adam and his bride Kendall, chose this area to be married on Valentine's day.

Star Hotel Bars

The Beer Garden has seats 50 people comfortably and features a "pavilion style" roof that compliments the Hotel beautifully and makes for year round use of this area.

The beer garden also has great views of the Nambucca Riverand with a Tiny Tots play area it's now a great spot for family functions and other special events Jenny said.

The magnificient verandahs offer sweeping views up and down the Nambucca River, with the upstairs verandah comfortably seating 60, plus a delightful adjoining lounge for that quiet cocktail.