Newcastle Bushwalking Club acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia, and acknowledges and respects their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, and acknowledge their custodianship of the Country in which we engage our bushwalking and related activities.

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Bookings are required for all activities by 2 days prior to the activity (unless a start time is shown, in which case members may simply turn up).  

Emails often go astray so if you don't receive a timely response after emailing a leader please email activities@newcastlebushwalkingclub.org.au with details and we will follow up with the leader if required.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR VISITORS:

Visitors must always contact the leader before attending any activity - if you simply show up without contacting the leader beforehand you will not be allowed to join the activity

When requesting to join an activity please provide the leader with information on your experience and background sufficient that they can assess if the activity is suitable for you.  Also, please provide a phone number in case the leader needs to discuss any matters regarding your participation in the activity.

Visitors will be required to read and sign an Acknowledgement of Risks and Obligations at each activity. For details click here

FUTURE ACTIVITIES THAT MAY REQUIRE EARLY BOOKINGS - Details can be found after the list of current confirmed activities below

• Expressions of Interest - Solitary Islands Coastal Walk - 26 April to 1 May 2026 - please see details at bottom of the page.  This walk is now fully subscribed but the leader is keeping a wait list in case of cancellations

• Blue Mountains 2026  Thursday 11 June till Thursday 18 June.   

NBC Members only.

A week in the Blue Mountains to:  walk, ride, sightsee and socialise with friends.  Come for all, or for some.   Choice of hard, medium, or easy walks or simply take in the views and the cafes.  We will split into smaller groups each day so will need leaders for each group.   Friday 12 June will be the first activity day.  Same, same as the last 4 years. Contact the organiser for an information sheet before you book accommodation – and to get info about the discount on accommodation. Please act on this now, as accommodation may book out.  

Organiser:  Donna   - donna@oblique.au

CURRENT CONFIRMED ACTIVITIES

Friday, March 13, 2026

Please note the change in start location from previously posted

Short Walk - Walk through Lorn and Old Bolwarra. Meet in MAITLAND RIVERSIDE CARPARK (accessed from St Andrews Street Maitland - old Galton's carpark for those who are long-time locals) 8:50am for a 9am start (This is next to the river - we will be closer to the Belmore Bridge end to access toilets from the library (open at 9am) or at The Levee complex - open earlier). Bring morning tea, or purchase from a local cafe on the way. Duration: 2 hours, approximately 6kms. Mostly flat, suburban roads and footpaths.

Leader: Lyn P - pritchardlyn@gmail.com

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Please note this walk has been changed from what was previously posted

Walk - Brunkerville Circuit - Meet at the Ampol Brunkerville. The walk follows the Great North Walk eastwards up the Brunkerville Gap through sclerophyll forest, then follow a dirt road steep descent before dropping northwards into a rainforest section along eroded track behind the motel and returning to the start. The track has a few steep sections and rough terrain.  Bring MT. Around 2.5hrs duration. Map: QUORROBOLONG 1:25000.  Grade: S-M-350. 8km Distance. Bookings Required. 

Leader: Steven M - Stevenmoore@outlook.com.au

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Kayak - Wangi

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Walk - Point Clare to Woy Woy (Egyptian Hieroglyphs Walk ) 11km  SE 5hrs.  Check out the mini canyon with walls inscribed in mysterious Egyptian Hieroglyphs, Aboriginal rock carvings, interesting rock pools and waterfall, huge rock overhang with Aboriginal rock art, panoramic views. We will be traveling by train to Point Clare second last carriage upper level and returning from Woy Woy by train around 2.30pm. For this walk a good fitness level is essential because of the challenging up hill levels on the walk.  Frank - 040245 6459 

Leader: Frank K - frank.kupina@live.com.au

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Ride - Broadmeadow to Marmong 42 km Ride to Wallsend, over the Tramway to Glendale, over Five Island Bridge to Marmong. Coffee at Art Gallery or maybe Teralba, before returning. Meet at Broadmeadow stadium, canal end of car park.

Leader: Sandra A - gsanderberg@gmail.com

Friday, March 20, 2026

Short Walk

Leader: Leader Required

Saturday, March 21, 2026

Walk - Marmong Pt - Awaba Bay - Bolton Pt - Kooroora Bay - Circuit - 13 km, including the extensive bushland of Lake Mac SRA (Awaba Bay), “gravel pit” wetlands, weathered quarries and - if time and temperature permits - a walk-by of the marina and/or Marmong “Wetlands". The tracks provide remarkable lake and bushland views. They were the regular teenager commutes of the leader. Bring morning tea. Optional lakeside BYO picnic lunch (BYO contingency chair to chase shade). Grade M-E/M-200. Maps Wallsend & Swansea 1:25,000.

Leader: Steve C - stevecarrall@outlook.com

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Kayak - Bolton Point

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Walk - Yuelabah track

Leader: Mandy G - mgyles2605@gmail.com

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Committee Meeting - Wallsend Diggers

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Ride - Raymond Terrace to Medowie. 37km. Ride to Medowie via Grahamstown Dam. Coffee at Macadamia Farm, or maybe at the Golf Club. (Ride past Macadamia farm to end of shared path, turn left and meander to the Golf Club. Then return. Meet at Bettles Park, Sketchley Street, Raymond Terrace Grade M-E-60. Car parking in Sketchley St, and Adelaide Street. Toilets in park. Can start at the Leisure Park about 20 minutes later to reduce distance by 5 km each way.

Leader: Leader Required

Friday, March 27, 2026

Short Walk - Fassifern Station to Blackalls Park - about 6km,

Leader: Viola O - violap@tpg.com.au

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Walk - Richters Cave Yarramalong.  Approx 8ks  walk up from yarramalong rd ( fire trail ) , loop around cave and return.  NB: Walk requires a small section of off track , rock scrambling under cave .  Limited parking at start.  Meet 9am for carpool from Wyong/Alison

Leader: Shayne F - stumpcrete@gmail.com

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Kayak - Valentine

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

Wednesday, April 01, 2026

Walk - New Sydney Fish Markets, Anzac Bridge SE/G2 11km.  From Town Hall station, over Pyrmont Bridge to the awesome must see New Sydney Fish Markets, around Black Wattle Bay, over Anzac Bridge to Darling Harbour and light rail back to Central. Bring morning tea and lunch. It will be train from Newcastle Interchange.  0402456459

Leader: Frank K - frank.kupina@live.com.au

Thursday, April 02, 2026

Ride - Stockton To Fern Bay.  30km. Ride to Fern Bay and return. Some shared path, some footpath, some quiet tarred road.    Meet at the Stockton Ferry Terminal, Stockton. Grade M-E-20.

Leader: Judy W - judygeoffwilson@hotmail.com

Friday, April 03, 2026

Short Walk - Munibung Hill

Leader: Stacey G - sgardiner5@icloud.com

Saturday, April 04, 2026

Walk - EASTER SATURDAY WALK - includes Dora, Sandy, Jigadee & Felled Timber Creeks (and then some). 13 km of beautiful bushland and creekside walking, combined with the tranquil farmlands of Avondale University College. Map Morisset 1:25,000. Grade M-E-50. Parking is limited so booking required.

Leader: Steve C - stevecarrall@outlook.com

Tuesday, April 07, 2026

Kayak - Sandy Beach near Frying Pan point

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

Wednesday, April 08, 2026

Walk - Croudace Bay to Tingira bush tracks walk.  A pleasant walk from Croudace Bay through the Eleebana bush up to Tingiria Heights and return, with occasional lake views. Mostly on gravel and dirt tracks. About 9km, 400m ascent.

Leader: David C - davidcrighton99@outlook.com

Wednesday, April 08, 2026

Feature Night - NBC AGM & Trivia - AGM Commences at 7pm - Trivia commences at 7:30pm.  Join other members for a meal beforehand from around 6:00pm.  Venue:  Wallsend Diggers - 5 Tyrrell Street Wallsend.  Visitors (non NBC members) should book beforehand by emailing activities@newcastlebushwalkingclub.org.au

Thursday, April 09, 2026

Ride - Walka Water Works to Morpeth.  Approx. 30km.  Ride around Walka Water Works then to Morpeth via Lorn, Largs and Phoenix Park.   Start riding at 9 am from Walka Water Works.

Leader: Cyndy S - cyngym@gmail.com

Friday, April 10, 2026

Short Walk - An exploration of Swansea waterfront. All flat, approximately 5km

Leader: Helen C - helc16@hotmail.com

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Walk - Grade 5 Off Track Walk :  Watagans. This walk involves some fire trail, some off track, grade five bush bashing, some rock scrambling & walking to get to two different waterfalls, two different sites close together off Watagan Forest Rd, short drive between the two.  Both shortish walks not big k's. Not a long day.  Meet at Cooranbong

Leader: Shayne F - stumpcrete@gmail.com

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Kayak - Bolton Point

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Walk - An exploration of Worimi Conservation Land at Fern Bay. Walking between old Fern Bay to New Fern bay and return via the remains of the  WW2 Armour proof range . Approx  8-10 km through undulating  coastal forest.

Leader: Helen C - helc16@hotmail.com

FUTURE ACTIVITIES THAT MAY REQUIRE EARLY BOOKINGS

Sunday, April 26 to Friday May 1, 2026

This walk is now fully subscribed but the leader is keeping a wait list in case of cancellations

Expressions of Interest - Solitary Islands Coastal Walk - The walk traverses 60km of beaches and rainforest on the Coffs Coast. Enjoy whale watching, birdwatching and swimming on your journey from Red Rock to the coastal village of Sawtell. You’ll be hard pressed to find a more beautiful walk on the east coast of NSW. The Solitary Islands coastal walk links a string of idyllic golden beaches, rocky headlands and lush rainforest along the Coffs Coast. 

https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/solitary-islands-coastal-walk

The entire walk is 60km, but I propose to only walk 40km over 3 days. Each day will be 3 to 4hrs & rated G3 by NPWS:

    Day 1: Woolgoolga to Moonee Beach, 15.4km.

    Day 2: Moonee Beach to Park Beach, 13.4km.

    Day 3: Park Beach to Sawtell Beach, 12.4km.

Every day will involve a car shuffle & we will be always walking north to south so that the sun is behind us. Low tides are in the mornings, so that’s when we will be walking.

Time frame:  

Sunday 26 April 2026: Arrive in Coffs Harbour & check into your pre-arranged accommodation.

Monday 27 to Thursday 30 April: We will be walking 3 of these days, with one free day for sightseeing or bad weather backup.

Friday 1 May: Check out of you accommodation & travel home.

I intend to book a cabin in Big4 Park Beach, Coffs Harbour because of its central location, but there are multi accommodation options in Coffs so feel free to book wherever you want.

https://www.big4.com.au/caravan-parks/nsw/north-coast/park-beach-holiday-park

If you are interested or have any questions please contact me by email. There will be a minimum & maximum number.  

Organiser: Alan S - alan.scott3@bigpond.com

Blue Mountains 2026  Thursday 11 June till Thursday 18 June.   NBC Members only.

A week in the Blue Mountains to:  walk, ride, sightsee and socialise with friends.  Come for all, or for some.   Choice of hard, medium, or easy walks or simply take in the views and the cafes.  We will split into smaller groups each day so will need leaders for each group.   Friday 12 June will be the first activity day.  Same, same as the last 4 years. Contact the organiser for an information sheet before you book accommodation – and to get info about the discount on accommodation. Please act on this now, as accommodation may book out.  

Organiser:  Donna   - donna@oblique.au    

To see our full program please have a look at our latest magazine here. Note that the program in the magazine is subject to change and once confirmed it is put on this web page above.