Events

The much-loved and highly anticipated Girls Gala on the Greens is back for another fantastic year at the Golfie! Get ready for two great days on the course, plenty of fun, and an unforgettable... atmosphere celebrating everything the event is known and loved for. Proudly sponsored by Myall Coast Realty, this year’s event will also feature live entertainment from an incredible ABBA duo, bringing all the classics to keep the celebrations going long after golf wraps up. It’s all about the girls, good times, and making memories, so keep an eye out for more information still to come — including event details, schedules, and how to get involved. You won’t want to miss it! If golf isn’t your thing but you still want to have the time of your life join us for the dinner and show only! $70pp includes a two course meal & a night of entertainment you do not want to miss!! Get your tickets HERE!

Saturday 7 March 2026 | 9:00am – 1:00pmTea Gardens Waterfront Start your engines and head to Tea Gardens for a morning of classic cars, community spirit, and free family fun at the Reflections Rod Run... 2026. Set against the beautiful Tea Gardens waterfront, this much-loved annual event brings together car enthusiasts, locals, and visitors for a vibrant Hot Rod Show & Shine, showcasing over 110 incredible classic and custom vehicles. Event Highlights 🚗 Hot Rod Show & Shine – Explore more than 110 stunning hot rods and classic cars on display.🛍️ Market Stalls – Browse 25+ local stalls featuring crafts, food, and unique finds.🐾 Green Paws Dog Show – Bring your four-legged friends along for the fun, with judging kicking off at 11am.🎸 Live Music at Tea Gardens Hotel – Keep the good vibes going with live entertainment nearby.🚌 Free Clinic Bus & Raffle Tickets – Stop by the clinic bus and grab raffle tickets while supporting a great community initiative. A Perfect Day Out for All Ages Whether you're a motoring enthusiast, market lover, or simply looking for a fun family day out, the Reflections Rod Run delivers a relaxed coastal atmosphere with something for everyone to enjoy. Best of all — entry is free, making it the perfect excuse to spend a weekend morning exploring Tea Gardens. Make a Weekend of It Why not stay the weekend and explore the beautiful Myall River, Hawks Nest beaches, and surrounding national parks while you're here? Mark your calendar and join us at Tea Gardens Waterfront on Saturday, 7 March 2026 for a morning of classic cars, community fun, and coastal charm.

Saturday 11th October 2025 | Tickets on sale now Looking for the perfect excuse for a spring getaway? The Mid-Spring Festival at Farmers Wife Distillery is just around the corner, and it’s the ideal... reason to plan your next escape to Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest. Stay in one of our holiday homes by the coast and pair your beachside retreat with a day at this incredible local event. About the Festival Relax on the lawn under the trees, soak in the spring sunshine, and enjoy an afternoon filled with: 🎶 Live music from Thomas James, Piper Rodrigues, Phonic, and Soul Nights 🍴 Delicious food and local flavours 🍹 Signature Farmer’s Wife gin cocktails, plus beer and wine 🌿 A friendly, relaxed atmosphere from 2:00pm – 10:00pm Your ticket includes entry, one meal option, and your choice of a gin cocktail, beer, or wine. Ticket Options: GA – General Admission – $85 Reserved Outdoor Table Seating – $95 Reserved Indoor Table Seating – $95 Additional food and drinks available for purchase on the day. Getting There The distillery is located at 1378 The Bucketts Way, Allworth. Bus transfers are available from Newcastle, Maitland, Raymond Terrace, Medowie, Stroud, and Bucketts Way Camp n Stay—making it easy to enjoy the day without the hassle of driving. Make It a Weekend Getaway While the festival sets the stage for an unforgettable spring celebration, your perfect escape awaits in Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest. After a day of music, cocktails, and laughter, retreat to your own private holiday home by the beach. From family-friendly stays to romantic coastal cottages, Tea Gardens Real Estate Holidays offers over 150 homes to choose from. Wake up the next morning to the sound of the ocean, stroll along Jimmy’s Beach or Bennett’s Beach, and turn your festival outing into a true mini-holiday. 👉 Book your Tea Gardens or Hawks Nest holiday home today and secure the best spot for the Mid-Spring Festival weekend.

The Myall Classic is a major multi-distance event on the NSW paddling calendar. It is held on the Myall River at Tea Gardens each September on the last Saturday (ie 6 days) before the school holidays,... taking both competitive and recreational paddlers up the Myall River and return. There are a range of distances and starting times, intended to see all paddlers complete their chosen course by early afternoon. Distances offered are 12km, 27km and 47km, the longer course being a perfect preparation for the Clarence 100 and longer events such as the Hawkesbury Canoe Classic held in early November. Due to its protected nature, the Myall Classic is a safe, scenic though testing event in the largely unspoilt Great Lakes Marine Park. Conditions can vary considerably though the usual scenario presents paddlers with clear blue skies and warm weather. A light Easterly breeze is usually present in the early afternoon. Three course distances are: 47km course to Tamboi, and return. 27km course to Engels Reach pontoon, and return. 12 km course to a Tamboi Queen Jetty, and return. Special Student Challenge Course 27km course to Engels Reach pontoon and return, 9.30am start only. Paddlers can select from 2 start times for each of the open 47km and 27km distances. Slower paddlers (who paddle at speeds less than 10kmh average) MUST start in the earlier start for each distance.

  The second biennial Anderson Art Award 2025 is a community initiative scheduled for April 2025 to recognise and celebrate the Arts on the Myall Coast. Artists from across the state will be... invited to enter the competition. There will be two prizes of $4,000 for the winners in two- and three-dimensional categories as well as two highly commended awards. This Award acknowledges the magnificent contributions that Rob and Lee Anderson have made to the Arts on the Myall Coast over many years. Their most significant has been establishing “The Gallery” on the Tea Gardens waterfront. Open daily (except Tuesdays) 10am to 4pm Free entry. Disabled access available.

River Fest is back this March and so is the Prawn Eating Comp, Funny Dog Show, Duck Derby, Ability friendly Sack, 3 Legged and Egg & Spoon races, Live music, 60 stalls and of course some surprise... events. So if you're a stall holder and want to join in all the fun of this iconic free community event.. just email the myalltimes@gmail.com for an application. But time is running out as River Fest is being held on Saturday March 7, 2026 in Moira Parade, Hawks Nest.

On show is a huge display of veteran, vintage and classic cars, hot rods and motorcycles. Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Motorfest celebrates its 21st birthday! Our 2026 Motorfest is our... 21st year and we are looking to make this a memorable event by presenting a great display of Classic Cars, Hot Rods and Motorcycles. We and our sponsors will be awarding a good selection of Trophies and prizes along with our Monster raffle that is sponsored by our local businesses. Plenty of good food, drinks and entertainment will be on offer by local businesses. Exhibitor Car entry from 8am, pedestrians and visitors from 9am, official opening by Kate Washington at 10am, with the event close at 2pm. Proceeds go to our local service organisations. Presented by the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Motor Club, there's plenty to enjoy: Great location with easy access Many makes and models Live music Community displays Food and drinks available Raffle  

Get ready to indulge in deliciousness at our very first Great Lakes REAL FOOD MARKET this December! Come fill your kitchen with the goodness of REAL FOOD straight from local passionate producers! ... Palms Artisan Bakery Petal and Sprout Topi Hill Organics Coomba Little Farm Sohip Organics Chef2Farmer Little Dara Farm MacWood Mushroom Company Coastal Brewing Company Tianjara Eco Hillside Honey Utopia Trees Topi Open Range Farm Farm to Fridge Dive into a feast of fresh local organic and pasture raisedproduce that’ll make your taste buds dance! When: Saturday 7 DecemberTime: 9am - 12noonLocation: Pacific Palms Community Centre, Elizabeth Beach NSW 2428 Learn more online here www.thegreatlakesfoodtrailnsw.com.au or phone Sue Williams on 0438 433 063

Get ready, get set, go! The Hawks Nest Tri is back in Hawks Nest May 2027! Race Day: May 1st, 2027 Hawks Nest features calm, pristine waters, a fast and flat bike course and an amazing run to... cap it all off. The festival features your favourite distances with a Classic, Standard, Sprint and Super Sprint to choose from. View the race schedule here: www.eliteenergy.com.au/event/hawks-nest/

Welcome to Australia’s freshest ultra trail running event, traversing the Great Lakes region of the NSW North Coast - the LAKES Trail Festival. The LAKES is run by Fully Rad Adventures, a boutique family... based adventure company that has a clear focus on the runner experience and connection to community. At the LAKES runners can complete 100km, 70km, 50km or 30km. There is also a 12km course for those wanting a shorter trail experience and a 1km Lakes Kids run. The race based out of Hawks Nest taking runners along beaches, past lakes and through forests, tracking some of the most stunning coastal scenery in Australia. It has arguably the most spectacular half way point on the east coast, taking runners past the iconic Seal Rocks lighthouse.​ The LAKES is the only chance you will get to run the incredible Dark Point sand dunes. ​Each course follows existing tracks and trails, beaches, lake edges and single track. This trail running experience will be unique as it combines coastal trails with forest tracks, sand dunes, beaches and rocky headlands taking runners through remote wilderness areas. You can run solo or in a team. Solo runners can go for a quick run or go all day in the ultimate 100km. Teams, of up to 4, can run the 100km course separated into 4 legs and get to finish together. Teams of 2 can run the 50km. Mark your calendar — race weekend kicks off Friday 3 October, with racing on Saturday 4 October 2025. It’s the perfect time of year for an epic run: longer days, mild temps, and those iconic clear spring skies. Come run the LAKES.