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While visiting the must-see spots is a great way to see the Macleay Valley Coast, there’s something very special about uncovering hidden gems. No matter your reasons for visiting, there are plenty of opportunities to experience the Macleay Valley Coast like a local. Skip the crowds and experience the area through the eyes of our locals with these recommendations.
Tips for an eco-friendly holiday
Lauren Mueller is the proud owner of Gladstone Hub wholefood and sustainability store, Whole & Happy, a place where you’ll find bulk foods, cleaning and skin care products, healthy snacks…
Bag a Bargain at Macleay Valley Coast Op Shops
Kaisha is a second-generation Crescent Head local with a special place in her heart for secondhand goods. Her passion lies in finding vintage treasures in local op-shops and beyond. Here are Kaisha’s…
Best Kept Food & Drink Secrets for the Macleay Valley Coast
Owners of Kempsey’s own Bucket Brewery, Sam and Amanda Preston have watched the Macleay Valley food and drink scene blossom since they were kids growing up in Kempsey. Here, the…
Explore the Macleay Valley Coast with your Pup
Collombatti locals Brett and Denise Patterson love to explore the outdoors with their pooch, Kookie (who hates being left behind!). The couple own the pet-friendly Gallery Farm Retreat, a beautiful…
Hiking Gems on the Macleay Valley Coast
Crescent Head local Nelson Williams is an avid hiker who is not afraid to venture off the beaten track. As media and publicity officer for the Mid North Coast branch of National Parks Australia…
How to Keep your Kiddos Happy on your Macleay Valley Coast Holiday
Leah Hudson is a fourth-generation Macleay Valley local who runs the Macleay Valley Hub, a directory she created to help promote and connect the many diverse small businesses in our neck of the…
Getting Reel on the Macleay Valley Coast
South West Rocks local and owner of The Rocks Fishing Charters, Andrew Trappel is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to fishing on the Macleay Valley Coast. Here are his tips for those who are…
Relax & Get your Glow on
Kylie is a HIIT trainer, reiki practitioner, wellness coach and mama of two who loves the ocean and is passionate about all things health and wellbeing. Here are her tips for getting your glow on whilst…
Master your Surf Trip to the Macleay Valley Coast
Tahlia grew up surfing Crescent Head Point before and after school – the stuff an energetic kid’s dreams are made of. After a few years of travelling and living in other places, Tahlia moved back to her…
Camp Like a Pro on the Macleay Valley Coast
Anna and her family took annual camping holidays to Hat Head for many years before finally moving to the area in 2003. Anna now shares her love of camping with customers who drop into Kempsey…