Hunter

Dungog, Barrington Tops, Hunter Valley and 1 more. A tourism region in New South Wales.

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Places in Hunter

Each place has its own page with the stays, tours and attractions listed there.

Experiences in Hunter

From the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse, the national catalogue Launchpad keeps in sync for operators.

'The Passionate Pilgrim' by Elyssian FieldsDungog
Bank HotelAccommodation, Dungog
Barrington Tops ParklandsDestination Information, Barrington Tops
Careys Peak lookoutAttraction, Barrington Tops
Dungog Memorial RSL ClubFood And Drink, Dungog
About Time BeautyDungog
Devils Hole campgroundAccommodation, Barrington Tops
DungogDestination Information, Dungog
Chichester State ForestAttraction, Dungog
Aeroplane Hill walking trackBarrington Tops
Junction Pools campgroundAccommodation, Barrington Tops
Country Elegance Gardens and GiftsAttraction, Dungog

About Hunter

Just inland from Newcastle, the Hunter Valley offers experiences to savour. Think award-winning, sustainably grown dining at Margan Wines & Restaurant in Broke Fordwich, and sunrise hot air ballooning over rolling vineyards.

Grants for Hunter operators

234 open now across state and national programs that apply in New South Wales.

All NSW grants

Australian Government Festivals Australia
Supports high-quality arts projects that invite audiences to experience and engage with the arts at festivals across Australia.
GenAI Deep Search, Federal
Funding
Amount varies
Status
Open now
Destination NSW - various funding programs
To support and grow the tourism industry within New South Wales, stimulate innovation, enhance visitor experiences, and drive economic benefits for the state.
Destination NSW, State
Funding
$5,000 to $500,000
Status
Open now
NSW Regional Events Fund
The primary purpose is to stimulate regional economies through tourism generated by events. Key objectives include increasing visitor numbers, extending visitor stays in regional areas, fostering job creation within the tourism and events sectors, and showcasing the unique attractions, culture, and capabilities of…
Destination NSW, Regional
Funding
$5,000 to $50,000
Status
Open now
Regional Connectivity Program
Funds projects that deliver improved digital connectivity in regional, rural, and remote areas.
GenAI Deep Search, Federal
Funding
Amount varies
Status
Open now

Hunter, answered

Where is Hunter?

Hunter is a tourism region in New South Wales, Australia, as defined by the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse. It takes in Dungog, Barrington Tops, Hunter Valley and Upper Hunter. Just inland from Newcastle, the Hunter Valley offers experiences to savour. Think award-winning, sustainably grown dining at Margan Wines & Restaurant in Broke Fordwich, and sunrise hot air…

What is there to do in Hunter?

accommodation, destination information, attraction and food and drink across Dungog, Barrington Tops, Hunter Valley and Upper Hunter. The listings on this page come from the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse, which Launchpad keeps in sync for operators.

Are there tourism grants for Hunter operators?

Yes. 234 grants are open now for tourism businesses in New South Wales, including Hunter, across state and national programs. The full list is on the New South Wales grants page, and the application detail is in Launchpad.

How do operators in Hunter get onto Launchpad?

Through a regional tourism organisation or council program on a free Starter seat, or directly at $595 a year. The Altitude Score is free to run without an account. Tell us where you operate and we will check whether a program is running in Hunter.