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Where is Coffs Harbour, Australia?



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Coffs Harbour is located on the northern coast of New South Wales, about halfway between Sydney and Brisbane. It lies between the sandy beaches of the Pacific Ocean and the forested hills and ranges of the Great Dividing Range. It is famous for its Big Banana, beautiful beaches, and its blend of coastal and rainforest attractions.




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Where is Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Facts about Coffs Harbour, Australia

CountryAustralia
StateNew South Wales
RegionMid North Coast
LocationOn the Mid North Coast of NSW, between the Pacific Ocean and the Great Dividing Range
Coordinates30.30° S, 153.12° E
Local Government AreaCoffs Harbour City Council
Founded1860s
Original NameCoffs Harbour (after John Korff; originally "Korff's Harbour")
Elevation~21 m
PopulationApprox. 78,000 (urban area)
AreaApprox. 505 sq km (LGA)
Time ZoneAEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode2450
Major WaterwaysCoffs Creek, Bellingen River (nearby)
Top AttractionsThe Big Banana Fun Park, Coffs Harbour Jetty, Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve, Dorrigo National Park, Sealy Lookout, Moonee Beach.
DemonymCoffs Harbour residents
Main IndustriesTourism, agriculture (bananas, blueberries), fishing, education, retail
Nearest AirportCoffs Harbour Airport (CFS)
Websitehttps://www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au