North Coast

Byron Bay, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and 8 more. A tourism region in New South Wales.

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Places in North Coast

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

Experiences in North Coast

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

A Perfect Stay - 11 James Cook ApartmentsByron Bay
Aqua Vitae Day SpaAttraction, Port Macquarie
Aquajet MotelAccommodation, Coffs Harbour
Cape Byron KayaksTour, Byron Bay
Cassegrain WinesFood And Drink, Port Macquarie
Coffs HarbourDestination Information, Coffs Harbour
Greater Port Macquarie Visitor Information CentreInformation Services, Port Macquarie
Newcastle Jazz FestivalEvent, Newcastle
Ana Mandara Luxury RetreatPort Macquarie
Bogey HoleAttraction, Newcastle
Assistant Lighthouse Keepers' CottagesAccommodation, Byron Bay
Go Sea Kayak Byron BayTour, Byron Bay

About North Coast

Think golden beaches, lush rainforest, and the iconic Cape Byron Lighthouse. Further south, retreat to Crystalbrook Byron for effortless luxury, a sanctuary immersed in nature, and locally sourced cuisine.

Grants for North Coast 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

North Coast, answered

Where is North Coast?

North Coast is a tourism region in New South Wales, Australia, as defined by the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse. It takes in Byron Bay, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Newcastle, Kempsey, Clarence Valley and 5 more. Think golden beaches, lush rainforest, and the iconic Cape Byron Lighthouse. Further south, retreat to Crystalbrook Byron for effortless luxury, a sanctuary immersed in nature, and locally sourced…

What is there to do in North Coast?

attraction, accommodation, tour, food and drink, destination information and 2 more across Byron Bay, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Newcastle and 7 more. The listings on this page come from the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse, which Launchpad keeps in sync for operators.

Are there tourism grants for North Coast operators?

Yes. 234 grants are open now for tourism businesses in New South Wales, including North Coast, 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 North Coast 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 North Coast.