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The Ironman Australia Triathlo |
The race starts at 6am from Westport Park in Port Macquarie’s CBD, NSW Australia where entrants take part in a 3.8km swim along the picturesque Hastings River, followed by a 180km ride and 42.2km run from the CBD following the Town Green foreshore and past pretty coastal beaches.
With thousands of athletes and their friends and family arriving into town, Greater Port Macquarie Tourism is encouraging visitors to get out and explore the region’s assets. The vibrant town centre is brimming with cafes, restaurants, shops, historical buildings and live performances at the cultural hub, The Glasshouse. Outside the CBD, there are 17 golden sandy beaches, lush hinterland, rainforest and waterfall nature walks – an ideal playground and the perfect place to unwind before or after the race.
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The Ironman Australia Triathlon |
Tourist Attractions in Port Macquarie
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Sea Acres Rainforest Centre |
A nature walk and bird watching in the CBD - a 3km walk
along boardwalks in Kooloonbung
Creek Nature
Park covers 52 hectares
of natural bushland, wetlands and mangroves in the heart of town and is home to
165 species of birds and wildlife. Or for beach views and a picnic spot take
the 9km Coastal Walk to Lighthouse
Beach
Eco History Cruising - enjoy the beautiful Hastings River by boat with Port Venture and learn about the area’s early history and unique natural environment
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Bago Maze |
The Koala Hospital - is the only wildlife hospital solely dedicated to the care, protection and conservation of wild koalas. Entry is free and there is a daily ‘Walk and Talk Tour’ every afternoon at 3pm
Amber Healing Farm - learn how food plays an essential part in a healthy life at this new Farm, a tranquil retreat with cooking classes, morning and afternoon teas, ‘health in a bag’ nutritious, organic food packs and healing sessions
Rock Pools and Walking Trails at Wilson River Reserve in the Willi Willi National Park is a perfect spot for the family with lovely picnic areas and a short ‘Waterfall Walk’ past a magnificent strangler fig to the Falls. Enjoy a swim in the rock pools below.
Boorganna Nature Reserve Located near Comboyne this is one of the oldest nature reserves in the state. Enjoy the walking trail to Rawson Falls Lookout and discover five types of forest along the way.
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Boorganna Nature Reserve |
For more information on the 2012 Urban Hotel Group Ironman Australia Triathlon go to http://www.ironmanaustralia.com
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