GRAFTON SOUTH
Towns and villages to the South of Grafton. Includes information about: Wooli, Corindi Beach, Minnie Water, and Red Rock.
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WOOLI
Warm tropical currents from the north merge with cooler southern currents on the coast off Wooli, and the amazing diversity of life this fosters is protected by the Solitary Islands Marine Park. Of great interest to researchers and conservationists and a popular destination for anglers, divers and family groups, this marine park even features hard and soft corals. Deep sea fishing tours and dive tours are also available.
On land, Wooli is surrounded by the Yuraygir National Park, and bushwalking and surfing on the unspoiled beaches are popular. There is plenty of accomodation and camping facilities and the small business centre provides most services.
INFORMATION
- Population - 580
- Transport Service - Bus
MAJOR EVENTS
- Australian Goanna Pulling Championships - Queens Birthday Long Weekend
CORINDI BEACH
The quiet village lifestyle of Corindi Beach, near Red Rock, makes this southern-most village in the Clarence Valley a popular place for new residents. With a caravan park opening onto an large and uncrowded beach, a handy general store, a family tavern, sports fields and tennis courts and regular sporting fun days, the community enjoys the pretty coastal setting near national parks.
The nearby Yarrawarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre has a quiet bushland setting, located on Red Rock Road, just off the Pacific Highway. With walkways established through the surrounding wetlands and coastal landscape, this is an interesting attraction for families or groups. With bookings, guided tours highlighting bush tucker and the local Aboriginal culture are available. There is also a craft gallery, bushtucker nursery and covered barbecue and picnic area as well as new dormitory accommodation for school or community groups of up to 70 people.
INFORMATION
- Population - 620
- Council - Pristine Waters Shire
MAJOR EVENTS
- Corindi/Red Rock Soccer Carnival - September
MINNIE WATER
The whimsically-named Minnie Water is one of three little villages completely enclosed by the Yuraygir National Park. Along with Diggers Camp (reached by dirt road from Wooli Road) and Sandon, (beach access only) Minnie Water enjoys excellent walking tracks, beautiful secluded beaches and abundant wildlife. Holiday units and a comfortable caravan park plus a general store provide for visitors to Minnie Water, and a camping area at Illaroo has basic facilities and is noted for the friendly wallabies who gather at dusk. Beautiful Minnie Lagoon is a great spot for swimming, picnics and is safe for boat launches.
INFORMATION
- Population - 250
- Transport Services -Bus
- Council - Richmond Valley Shire
RED ROCK
The Redbank River mouth marks the southern boundary of the Yuraygir National Park on one side and Red Rock village on the other. The park can be reached by wading across the river at low tide, or by driving 5km north and taking the Station Creek turn off along the Barcoongere Forest Way. The village has great camping spots plus overnight vans and cottages and is popular for picnics, swimming, fishing and boating .
INFORMATION
- Population - 300
- Transport Services - Bus
- Council - Pristine Waters Shire
MAJOR EVENTS
- Corindi/Red Rock Soccer Carnival
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