Port Macquarie

Few cities in New South Wales have a history as closely tied to an early penal settlement as Port Macquarie. Established in 1821 as a place of secondary punishment for convicts, it grew where the Hastings River reaches the Tasman Sea. The area is the traditional Country of the Birpai people, whose continuing connection to land and water remains central to local identity. Tacking Point Lighthouse, first lit in 1879, marks the headland south of the river mouth and remains a familiar coastal landmark. Beaches, riverfront reserves and the town centre make Port Macquarie a useful base for exploring the Mid North Coast. Continue with other webcams from the area to see how this part of New South Wales connects regionally.

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