- Name: Tea Gardens Visitor Information Centre
- Operator: Myall Coast Tourism / Local Volunteers
- Accreditation: Community‑run visitor information outlet (not a fully accredited NSW VIC)
- Address: Marine Drive, Tea Gardens NSW 2324
(Located along the waterfront near cafés, ferry wharf, and the Singing Bridge) - Phone: (02) 4997 0140 (shared with Hawks Nest VIC)
- Opening Hours: Limited; typically open during weekends, holidays, and peak visitor seasons
- Location Context:
- Positioned on the Myall River
- Gateway to Hawks Nest, Jimmys Beach, and Bennetts Beach
- A key stop for travellers entering the Myall Coast from the south
Area It Caters For
The Tea Gardens Visitor Information Centre services the Tea Gardens–Hawks Nest district and the broader Myall Coast.
Primary Local Area
- Tea Gardens
- Hawks Nest
- Winda Woppa
- Jimmys Beach
- Bennetts Beach
- Singing Bridge precinct
- Myall River foreshore
Wider Myall Coast Region
- Pindimar
- Bundabah
- North Arm Cove
- Shearwater / Myall River villages
National Parks & Natural Areas
- Myall Lakes National Park (southern access)
- Corrie Island Nature Reserve
- Jimmys Beach Conservation Area
- Broughton Island (via Port Stephens tours)
Nearby Towns Supported (Secondary)
- Karuah
- Bulahdelah (primary VIC for Myall Lakes)
- Nelson Bay / Port Stephens (general guidance only)
Services Provided
- Maps and brochures for Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest, and the Myall Coast
- Local beach, river, and safety information
- National park guidance (Myall Lakes NP, Corrie Island)
- Accommodation and holiday park listings
- Information on ferry services, river cruises, and dolphin tours
- Local event details (markets, festivals, community events)
- Dining, café, and shopping recommendations
- Volunteer‑provided local knowledge and travel tips
Summary
The Tea Gardens Visitor Information Centre is a community‑run outlet supporting visitors to the Myall Coast, including Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest, Jimmys Beach, Bennetts Beach, and the surrounding river and coastal villages. It provides maps, local insights, national park information, and guidance for exploring one of the most scenic and relaxed areas of the MidCoast. Together with the Hawks Nest VIC, it forms the primary visitor support network for the southern Myall Lakes and lower Port Stephens region.