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Wooli is a beautiful
seaside village with a storybook setting. On land it is encircled by
Yuraygir National Park and the village
is located on a narrow peninsula with the Wooli Wooli River on it's
western side and the Pacific Ocean to the east. This section of
coastline forms the northern sector of the
Solitary Islands Marine Park
which protects the estuaries, beaches and islands from the Sandon
River to Coffs Harbour in the south.
water delights
  
As the Gateway to the
Solitary Islands Marine Park,
Wooli is the perfect place for those wanting to explore the natural
underwater beauty of the marine park by deepsea
diving. Wooli is the
only place in the Clarence Valley with a dive shop for those needing
diving gear or tank refills.
The Wooli Wooli River
can be negotiated for around 20km by
canoe or
boat. Kangaroos, emus,
black-necked storks, brolgas, kingfishers, parrots and all manner of
wildlife abound along the banks.
Holidaymakers can find
many perfect fishing and picnic spots along the riverbank. The
serious angler can chase bigger dreams from the beaches, rocks (the
breakwalls are popular) or deepsea where local
fishing charters are
available into the marine park.
  
There are many
kilometres of secluded beaches in and around Wooli and visitors love
to find their own favourite spot to swim, fish, walk or relax.
stay and play
You are spoilt for
choice when it comes to accommodation. Wooli has a holiday resort,
caravan park, hotel/motel, river lodges, and a plethora of holiday
units for rent.
For a spot of dining
out try a delicious meal at the the bistro
at the hotel/motel, the Chinese restaurant at the
bowling club or the cafe/restaurant at the local kiosk. For a
quick snack or meal on the go the general stores or the kiosk. Don't
forget to try some of the delicious local seafood, especially the
famous Wooli Oyster.
There is a mini
putt-putt golf course and
canoes for hire at the holiday resort,
tennis courts available to the public,
deep-sea diving,
fishing and
whale watching charters,
boat hire and
eco tours, and bowling club.
go goanna
  
Probably
one of Australia's most unique sporting festivals, The Australian
National Goanna Pulling Championships is held every year
in Wooli.
By using a thick leather belt strapped to their heads this sport is
a test of strength between two combatants trying to pull their
opponent across the line to achieve victory (and it's not just for
the men!).
This is
always a huge event for the usually quiet seaside village with
tug-o-war, brick carrying and sprint races. |
