The Magic begins with a first glimpse of Merimbula's beaches, brilliant beneath the bright sunshine.Lagoon, lakes and ocean are separated by white sand, and fringed by unspoilt bushland stretching up into the mountains.Boats head out of Merimbula Bar to explore the stunning coastline or enjoy abundant fishing. The lure of swimming, surfing, wave sailing, canoeing, diving, bushwalking, exploring beckons - all so close to the mediterranean setting that is Merimbula.
Surrounded by Sapphire Coast seafoods, restaurants create their own style of flavours from fresh local produce.Strolling along the picturesque esplanade or intriguing alleys that make Merimbula so special is the start of an adventure in food discovery that takes some beating. Take you pick from first class cafes, restaurants and clubs, featuring cosmopolitan menus.Main Beach has five kilometres to surf, fish or stroll, while Short Point and Tura Beach are pristine with tea trees forming an intricate web of growth among flowering heaths and banksia trees.Bush, heathland and forest provide habitat for our precious native animals.
The walking opportunities are endless ranging from short walks around the town to walks through the coastal bushland from beach to beach.Experience Merimbula by air on a scenic joy flight or enjoy the magical experience of whale watching from September - November when whales bask in our southern waters. With seals, penguins and dolphins being frequent visitors to our magnificent coastline.
When the surf's up, the boards and the bodies are a sparkling blend of bronze and white water, whilst the seemingly endless beaches provide the perfect getaway on golden sands.Merimbula has your perfect picnic spot with views that will take your breath away.Enjoy lunch where only sea birds will be your guests.
Make the most of the coastal walks dotted all around Merimbula from Rotary Walk to Fishpen, or head north to Bournda National Park with its coastal lagoons and intricate chain of walking trails which weave their way around this picturesque coastal park.Let the bands play! In June, it's Jazz Festival weekend when Merimbula becomes the Mecca for musicians from the mountains to the sea.
With the local Merimbula's communities help we are going to try to make a little section on the news and views of the people in Merimbula. With your help we could make a resource that rivals the local! Wouldn't be that hard would it!
Do you have something you want to tell the local community about? An opinion, a whinge, perhaps some praise? Tell us, attach your article on the contact form on this page! Get to it, what is happening in 'your Merimbula?
Marine Organisations on display
Sapphire Rescue will be available for the public to view during the Patrol's open day on Sunday 11th of January between 10am to 2pm. NSW Maritime & Australian Customs will also be onsite with displays and staff on hand to answer your questions.
The Merimbula Division of The Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol will be holding an Open Day at their base, Merimbula Big Game Fishing Club rooms, Merimbula, on Sunday 11 January commencing at 10am until 2pm. Both NSW Maritime and Customs will be coming along to participate in this once a year event. The local community and visitors to the area, are invited to come along and gain further understanding about these important marine services. Two marine vessels will be open for inspection, RVCP rescue vessel “Sapphire Rescue” and a 34' Steber craft belonging to NSW Maritime. Within the Fishing Club rooms, visitors will be able to observe the RVCP radio room in action and view static displays provided by Customs, NSW Maritime and the Coastal Patrol. This should prove an interesting ,informative and enjoyable day so do come along and meet those involved with marine safety.
02/08/08
National Landscapes bid moves ahead
The South East Coastal Wilderness National Landscapes Project was on track after recent meetings by the Steering Committee said MACCAT Secretary Barry Harrison this week. Mr. Harrison said that he along with Executive Member Tony Ingram & President Don Smith had been consulting closely with Senior Ranger Robyn Kesby [National Parks & Wildlife] on
