Explore: Newcastle and Port Stephen
General Info
Newcastle is approximately 70 miles north of Sydney and Port Stephens another 30 miles beyond that.
Port Stephens harbour is a large natural harbour with a narrow entrance to the sea. It is surrounded by several small, interesting towns and villages. It has great sandy beaches and wonderful scenery.
Location 32°41′57″S, 152°7′26″E. (Port Stephens)
Location 32°56’S, 151°47’E. (Newcastle)
Clearance
For full details of Clearance into Australia, see the Noonsite Australia Formalities page.
Contact the Signal station who will advise on location to wait for clearance.
Last updated: August 2013
Docking
Newcastle has one marina, run the local Cruising Club, and Port Stephens has several. It is also an excellent and attractive area in which to spend the cyclone season.
Neither port has a sand bar (unlike many along this coast) and can, therefore be entered in almost any weather.
Last updated: August 2013
Anchorage Marina – Newcastle + Port Stephens
