Population: Total population (July 2006 est.) 71,891. Population density is 370.8 persons per square km. Ethnic composition: mixed European/Caribbean Indian descent 80% Language: Dutch (official), Papiamento (a Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, English dialect), English (widely spoken), Spanish Religion: Roman Catholic 82%, Protestant 8%, Hindu, Muslim, Confucian and Jewish Currency: the Aruban florin, divided into 100 cents Present government Head of State: Queen Beatrix Governor General: Fred... [more]
Central Coast Creative Craft Group Inc will be holding their February Sale Day on Saturday the 9th, from 9.30am to 4pm at The Gosford Regional Gallery and Arts Centre, 36 Webb St, East Gosford. The group produces the finest quality work all made with love by local craftspeople. Designer jewellery, masks, fairies, pottery, ceramics, clothing and much, much more. Traditional and contemporary crafts. Raising funds for childrens medical research for over 20 years, the group holds only 10 sale days... [more]
Grafton is at the junction of The Pacific Highway. The Gwydir Highway, Summerland Way and Armidale Road. Grafton has many attractions for group tours and a good range of facilities. The village of Ulmarra is classified by the National Trust and offers many art and craft, antique and bric-a-brac outlets. Ulmarra is just 12km north of Grafton on the Pacific Highway. There are many beautiful areas in the in the nearby Copmanhurst and Pristine Waters Councils surrounding Grafton. SPECIAL FEATURE... [more]
There is a great range of properties in our area where pets are welcome, under control, and at the discretion of management. Please note that prior arrangements with property managers are essential. There are also Boarding Kennels & Catteries to care for your pet while you are away. Please click the links to the following properties for more information: Aunty Marl's Dog Friendly Cosy Holiday Cottage - Yamba Yamba Waters Caravan Park - Yamba Wilderness On Pringle - Lawrence... [more]
Fantastic Markets in Ho Chi Minh City.... and the stall holders have "your size" in everything!! Beads; Carvings; Fabrics; Sweets; Handbags; shoes; fruit; fish... you name it Ben Tanh Markets are bustling with tourists and locals and there are bargains galore!!... [more]
Named in 1862, "Maclean" had earlier been called "Rocky Mouth". The NSW colony surveyor - General Alistair McLean instructed local surveyor W. A. B. Greaves of Grafton to design the town. Greaves named the town "Maclean" and the name "Rocky Mouth" fell from use. Scottish Settlers who came to the Maclean area were mainly Highlanders driven from their land during the Highland Clearances. Responding to offers of immigration to Australia, several shiploads arrived on free or... [more]
Woombah Woods Caravan Park. In a beautiful rural setting of over 6h, this bushland park offers excellent accommodation, friendly service and the opportunity to awaken to the serenade of bird calls. Situated just off the Pacific Highway on Iluka Road. Woombah Pottery. This gallery features a large range of domestic wares in several colours and designs, decorative one-off pieces and souvenirs. All pottery is made on the premises and retails for very affordable prices. Demonstrations and tours... [more]
This article lists places where access is easy for everyone. These walking tracks, camping sites, waterfalls and look-outs are recommended for all who want to take a leisurely stroll, and especially those visitors with wheelchairs, prams and strollers. The comments are for a wheelchair user of average strength. Correct as of February, 1996. Safety tips in National Parks Every effort has been made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of preparation. However, the National Parks and... [more]
The pub is an Australian icon and, as for so many things Australian, Sydney is its birthplace. During the Melbourne Olympic Games Australian pubs were for men only, served only beer and were tiled inside and out for easy hosing-down. Women who frequented the pub lounge, the one room they were allowed to enter, were considered to be of questionable moral character. In country Australia especially, pubs often provided the only accommodation for travellers. To this day, Australian pubs offer com... [more]
A cultural and economic capital of the Asia Pacific region, Sydney attracts events, performances and exhibitions to rival any world city. Sydneys big events attract big, enthusiastic crowds: the spectacular New Years Eve and Australia Day fireworks over Sydney Harbour and the Opera House are probably our number one event; Januarys Sydney Festival with its outdoor program of rock, jazz and classical concerts in the Domain attracts hundreds of thousands of evening picnickers; the annual parade... [more]
There are a number of services available in the southcoast which are dedicated to helping men with relationships, work, fathering, separation and stress. From Jervis Bay to Eudrobodalla. When you feel like it's all getting too much, talk to someone who understands. Mensline Australia is a nationally respected, accessible, dedicated service for men with relationship and family concerns. Mensline can be contacted from anywhere in Australia on their 24hour counselling line. Likewise, if you... [more]
Rangers from the National Parks And Wildlife Service conduct school holiday activities in our beautiful parks along the south coast And Southern Highlands Booking can be made by calling (02) 44232170 National Parks And Wildlife Service... [more]
South Coast Markets and Fairs Gourmet Foods and Variety Market Every Thursday 8am till 1pm Held in the grounds of the Italian Club, Wollongong Wollongong Produce and Creative Traders Markets Every Friday 10am till 3pm Lower end of Crown Street Mall Jamberoo Markets Every 4th Saturday of the month 10am till 4pm Kevin Walsh Oval, Jamberoo Gerringong Markets Every 3rd Saturday of the month Gerringong Town Hall, Fern Street, Gerringong Shoalhaven Heads Fresh Produce Markets Every Saturday 8am t... [more]
