About the Beautiful Macleay Valley

This unique area of Australia offers the best climate in the land according to a Government survey. Kempsey is situated on the East Coast of Australia approximately half way between Sydney and Brisbane on the banks, of the beautiful Macleay River, which meanders down from rugged and beautiful mountains, through fertile farming land, to some of the most beautiful beaches and coastline in Australia.

The Kempsey Shire, which is rich in Aboriginal culture, has a population of 26,000 people and is home to some very famous Australian companies

Akubra hats,

Nestles (Milo),

We are a seven hour bus or train trip from Sydney and just over one hour away if you wish to fly into Port Macquarie airport.

Boasting an average yearly temperature range between 24.6 degrees C and 12.5 degrees C and an annual rainfall of 1220mm, Kempsey is an ideal location for enjoying the great Australian outdoors and the local people add to this enjoyment with their friendly, welcoming ways.

Some Aboriginal Art & Craft