Visiting NSW waterways
Stay water safe, wherever you are in NSW. Learn how to protect yourself and others at the beach, national parks, inland waterways, and pools.
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Explore ancient landscapes, historic towns, beaches, snowfields, wilderness and rainforests. Find regional festivals, events and accommodation to suit all budgets.
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Explore Sydney's heritage, beaches and natural wonders using an extensive network of public trains, buses, ferries and light rail.
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Search for a national park or nature reserve. Check park safety alerts. Find campgrounds and caravan parks. Volunteer to help the environment.
Latest visiting and exploring NSW updates
Ministerial media release
Today the Minns Labor Government alongside Shellharbour Council celebrated the start of construction on the Boathouse Tourism and Marine project at Shellharbour, which will eventually deliver jobs and boost the local economy with its transformation into a major tourism destination.
Ministerial media release
Home stretch: fuel compliance inspections close in on most remote service stations this long weekend
The Minns Labor Government is urging motorists to continue using FuelCheck while travelling this long weekend as NSW Fair Trading pushes its statewide fuel transparency compliance inspections into the most remote areas of the state.
Ministerial media release
The Northern Rivers has a new star in its tourism crown with the official opening of the Mallanganee Observatory-Lookout.
Ministerial media release
Preparations for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Newcastle will ramp up early, with Japan and Ireland confirmed for an international rugby Test at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday 11 July 2026.
Ministerial media release
Sails Holiday Park is expanding its inclusive tourism experiences in Lake Macquarie, creating affordable and memorable holiday options for people with disability and their families at the popular waterfront destination.
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Notice of declared trade show - Orange Outdoor Living & Caravan Expo
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Notice of declared trade show - Queanbeyan Outdoor Living & Caravan Expo
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Notice of Declared Trade Show - Albury Wodonga Outdoor Show 2026
Strategy
The NSW Government has launched the NSW Visitor Economy Strategy 2035, which has a clear target to generate $91 billion in annual visitor expenditure, 40,000 hotel rooms, 8.5 million new airline seats and an additional 150,000 jobs by 2035.