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New South Wales is a diverse and exciting state to take the kids on a family holiday. From coast to country there is something for everyone. Plus many of these activities wont break the bank! Many Sydney siders may not have explored their own backyard, so consider NSW on your next road trip or family getaway
BLUE MOUNTAINS
Scenic World – On Wednesday July 1 and 8 kids will have the chance to experienceFerngully: The Last Rainforest with free screenings of this iconic film.
Hydro Majestic – Older kids will love the mystic high tea at the stunning Hydro Majestic, where they can have their tea-leaves read in a fun way that re-creates the mischievousness of the original Hydro Majestic experience.
CENTRAL COAST
TreeTop Crazy Rider – New on the Central Coast is the world’s longest and Australia’s first rollercoaster zip line. Suitable for kids from 7 years old, the 1km Xtreme will take the whole family on the ride of their life.
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
Southern Highlander – Kids who love trains will love the Southern Highlander journey from Central Station to Bowral on Saturday 4 July. This journey includes two experiences - the classic diesel and the Legend of Steam loco 3642. Just on board and experience this journey and while you’re at the Southern Highlands.
HUNTER
Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters – Irukandji is a marine adventure centre suitable for kids of all ages. This fully interactive hands-on-experience can include feeding sharks, swimming with stingrays and nursing baby rays.
RIVERINA
Elmsleigh Farmstay – Take the family to the farm! Experience this new farm stay between Deniliquin and Hay on the Long Paddock touring route. Stay in the historic shearer’s quarters and explore the Hay Plains, nearby Booroorban State Forest, which is excellent for bushwalking and book into one of the farm’s eco tours.
OUTBACK NSW
Toorale National Park – Experience NSW’s newest National Park, Toorale National Park near Bourke. Experience dramatic sunsets and starry nights under floodplain landscape and enjoy riverside camping, freshwater fishing and birdwatching.
NORTH COAST
The Farm – Newly opened at Byron Bay, The Farm will be running Children at The Farm activities this school holidays. Also at The Farm is Three Blue Ducks new restaurant, a playground, foraging trail, produce store and lots of picnic spots.
SOUTH COAST
South Coast Passage – This exciting new tour in the Shoalhaven departs Greenwell Point in a rigid inflatable boat and then explores the remote beauty of the Beecroft Peninsula and this unspoilt coastline. Explore remote sea caves, seal colonies and towering sea cliffs. You’ll likely encounter dolphins, seals, whales and seabirds.
CENTRAL NSW
Winter Festival – From the 4-12 July, Bathurst will come alive with the Illuminate Bathurst Winter Festival. Kids will enjoy the ice-staking rink and winter illumination show, while parents can enjoy the region’s best food, wine and entertainment.
SNOWY MOUNTAINS
Mini Shred - This year, Winter Olympic Gold and Silver medallist Torah Bright has partnered with Thredbo to encourage more kids to get involved in snow sports. Bright will run a Mini Shred event for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities on July 5 along with a host of other snow professionals. Focusing on learning new manoeuvres – riding, jumping, sliding a box or whatever the participants want. Kids will also enjoy a BBQ lunch and have the chance to win prizes throughout the day.
NEW ENGLAND, NORTH WEST & INLAND
Hats off to Country – Tamworth’s mid-year Country Music Festival is over four days and nights with more than 100 country music stars that will entertain audiences young and old.
MURRAY
Great Aussie Holiday Park free activities – Families this school holidays can take advantage of a free archery lesson, hand feeding farm animals, a complimentary bag of marshmallows to toast on the campfire as well as much more at Great Aussie Holiday Park on the edge of Lake Hume near Albury.
Yindyamurra Sculpture Walk – Discover the Indigenous history of the Murray River with this new sculpture walk created by the local Aboriginal elder and youth. A great cycling or walking trail, it incorporates interpretation, storytelling and sculptures along the trail.
Find out more at www.sydney.com www.visitnsw.com
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