Tweed markets for fresh produce and vintage finds

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With incredible, locally grown produce and plenty of creatively inclined residents, the Tweed region’s markets are lively, community events where you can pick up all manner of delicious and beautiful finds.

Grab your market basket and stock up on local goodness with fresh produce and handmade wares. From the colourful quirk of tiny Uki’s long-running market to the beachside bustle of Kingscliff and the carefully grown produce at Murwillumbah’s Farmers’ Market, these Tweed markets showcase the best from the valley to the coast.

Saturday markets in the Tweed

Duranbah Road Farmers’ Market

You’ll find this artisan produce market  on the grounds of beautiful Tropical Fruit World. From organic and sustainable products to tempting baked goods and coffee at the onsite cafe, it’s the perfect spot to soak up the morning sun while enjoying the musical entertainment. While here, book a farm tour and explore the sprawling orchards via passenger tractor.

A boy at the Duranbah Road Farmers’ Market
There is plenty of goods to tempt all ages at these markets.(Image: Rhiannon Jones Photography)

When: Saturdays
Hours: 8am–11am
Address: 29 Duranbah Road, Duranbah

Fresh flowers at Duranbah Road Farmers’ Market
Don’t forget your fresh flowers. (Image: Rhiannon Jones Photography)

Salt Village Markets

These beach-adjacent Kingscliff markets  are a lovely way to start the weekend. There’s live entertainment and local products to peruse and purchase, such as handmade gifts, clothing and homewares. There are cafes, a patisserie and ice-creamery just steps from the market or pack a picnic and sit on the beach.

When: Third Saturday of the month
Hours: 8am–2pm
Address: Salt Village Kingscliff, Central Park Bells Boulevard

Jack Evans Boat Harbour Market

Find street food, artisan collectibles and curiosities, as well as local produce at this open-air, harbourside market  in Tweed Heads. Top or tail your market experience with a paddleboard or fish in the river or a visit to the nearby kids’ playground. Otherwise, simply enjoy the relaxed vibes, music and wander the stalls.

Jack Evans Boat Harbour Market
A visit to the harbourside market is a great way to spend a morning.

When: First Saturday of the month
Hours: 8am–2pm
Address: Jack Evans Boat Harbour, Tweed Heads

Kingscliff Lions Beachside Markets

A curated selection of stallholders can be found at this twice-monthly market  held by the beach, from artisans, designers and jewellers to farmers and providores. Enjoy the salt-tinged ocean breeze and the sunshine as you soak up the community atmosphere.

When: Second and fourth Saturday of the month
Hours: 8am–1pm
Address: Jack Bayliss Park, Marine Parade, Kingscliff Beach

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Makers & Finders Market

Find trinkets to entice at this crafty market , where you can peruse stalls festooned with vintage and preloved fashion, to bric-a-brac, locally made art and design, and all manner of curiosities.

market stalls at Makers Finders, Tweed
Peruse the stalls at Makers & Finders Market every third Saturday of the month. (Image: Sally Singh Photography)

The idea behind this market is to live more sustainably by reusing, recycling and repurposing, and to make mindful shopping choices that support the community.

arts and crafts at Makers & Finders Market, Tweed
Local artistry thrives in the Makers & Finders Market. (Image: Sally Singh Photography)

When: Third Saturday of the month
Hours: 9am–2pm
Address: Knox Park, Murwillumbah

Sunday markets in the Tweed

Pottsville Beach Markets

This neighbourhood market  in the charming coastal town of Pottsville spills out into the main street with a festival-like atmosphere. Here you’ll find delicious food trucks, artisan and second-hand wares, fashion, plants and fresh produce to tempt you. Once you’ve strolled the length of the market, grab a bite and wander over to sparkling Mooball Creek.

When: First and third Sunday of the month
Hours: 7am–1pm
Address: Philip Street Reserve, Pottsville Beach

Uki Buttery Bazaar Market

Running for 30 years, this colourful market  is a local must-do. The petite village of Uki is transformed come market day with a vibrant atmosphere supplied by musical entertainment and an influx of people coming to browse the stalls of handicrafts, books, plants, produce and food. Tucked at the foothills of Wollumbin, the market is a good opportunity for a stunning drive and to explore the historic village.

When: Third Sunday of the month
Hours: 8am–2pm
Address: 1454 Kyogle Road, Uki

Coolangatta Beachside Markets

While not technically in the Tweed, this just-north-of-the-border suburb on the Gold Coast is worth noting for its fun, ambience, and beachside location. Tie in a trip to wander the market stalls  with a stroll along the walkway that runs along the beach or pop across the road to enjoy lunch at one of the many restaurants.

When: Second Sunday of the month, and the fourth Sunday, if there are five in the month.
Hours: 8am–2pm
Address: Marine Parade, Coolangatta

Tweed night markets

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Tweed Night Market

This twinkling, festival-like night market  is only held during the warmer months from September to April, when the days are longer and hotter. Set beside Jack Evans Boat Harbour in Tweed Heads, here you’ll be delighted by all manner of delectable street foods as the sun sets on the foreshore. There’s live music and performances, too, so bring a rug and revel in the summer vibes.

When: Every second and fourth Friday of the month.
Hours: 4pm–8pm
Address: Jack Evans Boat Harbour, Tweed Heads

Kingscliff Night Markets

Another summertime special, the Kingscliff Night Markets  are strewn along beside the beach and offer everything from delicious food vendors to entertainment and a petting zoo for the kids. This is an alcohol-free event and pets are welcome.

When: First Friday of the month
Hours: 5pm–9pm
Address: Rowan Robinson Park, Kingscliff

Tweed Weekday markets

Murwillumbah Farmers’ Market

With the rich, fertile soils of the Tweed caldera ensuring the region is well-supplied with incredible produce, the Mur’bah (as the locals call it) Farmers’ Market  is a must-visit to stock up on the best fruit, veg and artisan delights.

Murwillumbah Farmers Market
Pick up freshly baked bread and produce. (Image: Sally Singh Photography)

The best of the Northern Rivers can be found here, from honey and fresh bread to coffee, olives, cheese, and even doggy treats. Don’t forget your market tote!

the al fresco stalls at Murwillumbah Farmers’ Market
Pick up veggies, bread and artisan delights at this chilled-out al fresco Tweed market. (Image: Sally Singh Photography)

When: Wednesdays
Hours: 7am–11am
Address: Murwillumbah Showgrounds

Tweed Christmas markets

Tweed Twilight Christmas Market

The place to pick up locally made gifts and enjoy the festive atmosphere, this market held at Jack Evans Boat Harbour is sure to help you locate your seasonal cheer. Tuck into delicious food, sway along to live music and roam the stalls in search of that perfect present for someone special or yourself.

When: December
Hours: 4.30pm–8.45pm
Address: Jack Evans Boat Harbour, Tweed Heads

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Lara Picone
Working for many of Australia’s top publications, Lara Picone has had the distinct pleasure of writing, editing and curating content about the finer things in life for more than 15 years. Graduating from Macquarie University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, her editorial foundation began at Qantas: The Australian Way magazine, before moving on to learn the fast-paced ropes of a weekly magazine at Sunday Magazine and picking up the art of brand curation at donna hay magazine. Pivoting a near-problematic travel lust into a career move by combining it with storytelling and a curious appetite, her next role was as Deputy Editor of SBS Feast magazine and later Online Editor of SBS Food online. She then stepped into her dream job as Editor of Australian Traveller before becoming Online Editor for both International Traveller and Australian Traveller. Now as a freelancer, Lara always has her passport at-the-ready to take flight on assignment for the Australian Traveller team, as well as for publications such as Qantas Magazine, Escape and The Weekend Australian. As ever, her appetite is the first thing she packs.
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8 ways to discover a new side of Port Stephens

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    Aussies might think they know what Port Stephens is all about – but it’s time to take another look.

    You might’ve driven through this NSW coast town. Maybe even stopped for fish and chips or a quick dip. But spend a long weekend in the new Port Stephens , and you’ll seriously regret not doing it sooner. We’re talking treks across beaches, reef dives and up-close time with rescued koalas.

    All in all? It only takes a day before you see Port Stephens in a whole new light, and not much longer until it’s locked in as your favourite family destination.

    1. Stockton Sand Dunes

    Port Stephens incredible Stockton Sand Dunes are the largest moving sand mass in the Southern Hemisphere. They shift like an endless magic trick across the Worimi Conservation Lands , a 4200-hectare coastal co-managed by the Traditional Owners.

    Tear over them in a 4WD. Rev through valleys soft as melting ice cream on a quad. Carve down 30-metre slopes on a sandboard. However you choose to cross them, you’re guaranteed a seriously wild ride.

    Four rugged 4WDs kick up trails of golden dust as they charge across the sweeping desert landscape.
    Chase thrills across shifting sands. (Image: Destination NSW)

    2. Scale Tomaree Head Summit Walk

    A short climb through bushland opens up to the coastal drama of Tomaree Head . Spot Zenith, Wreck and Box Beaches. See the Fingal Island lighthouse and offshore rookeries where Australia’s rarest seabird, the Gould’s petrel, nests.

    History buffs can’t miss the WWII gun emplacements. And if you’re hiking between May and November, bring binoculars. Travelling whales might just be breaching below.

    Friends enjoying a scenic walk along the Tomaree Head Summit Walk in Tomaree National Park, Port Stephens.
    Climb Tomaree Head for jaw-dropping coastal views. (Image: Destination NSW)

    3. Watch out for whales

    You’ve seen the spouts of migrating humpbacks and southern right whales from shore. Set sail from Nelson Bay to see them up close. Cruise straight into the action, with tail-slaps, barrel rolls and all.

    And they’ve got competition from the local show-offs. Port Stephens bottlenose dolphins leap and play. Some tours even spot pudgy fur seals, spending lazy days soaking up the sun on Cabbage Tree Island.

    A whale’s tail on the sea’s surface.
    Watch for ocean tails. (Image: Destination NSW)

    4. Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

    Pop into the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary  to learn about the rescued koalas who climb, nap, snack and heal in this natural patch of bushland. Wander the immersive Sanctuary Story Walk to discover more about their habits, then head to the SKYwalk – a treetop platform constructed for spotting these eucalyptus-loving locals. Peek into the hospital’s viewing window, where sick or injured koalas may be resting in their recovery enclosures.

    Not enough time around these adorable marsupials? Stay overnight in silk-lined glamping tents.

    Koala sleeping in a tree at Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary, One Mile
    See koalas in their natural habitat. (Image: Destination NSW)

    5. Diving Port Stephens

    Port Stephens has some of NSW’s best dive spots. At Fly Point, float through sponge gardens and coral castles thick with nudibranchs (AKA sea slugs). Halifax Park has blue gropers and crimson-banded wrasse, while Shoal Bay’s seagrass meadows hide pipefish, cuttlefish and octopus.

    Accessible only by boat, Broughton Island is home to a vast array of marine (and bird) life. Snorkel with blue devilfish and stingrays at sites like The Looking Glass and North Rock. More experienced divers can head out with one of the many PADI-certified operators.

    At nearby Cabbage Tree Island, expect to see shaggy-faced wobbegongs cruising along.

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    Suit up and dive into Port Stephens’ vibrant marine life. (Image: Destination NSW)

    6. Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters

    Not quite ready to dive in? Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters is the perfect way to spot local marine life without getting too deep. But there’s no obnoxious glass tank tapping here. Instead, this interactive aquarium allows guests to wade into natural-style lagoons that mimic the real thing.

    Gently pat Port Jackson and bamboo sharks, hand-feed rays, and feel their sandpapery skin with your fingertips. It is all under expert guidance. If you want to go deeper, pop on a wetsuit and swim alongside tawny nurse sharks, white-tipped reef sharks and zebra sharks in the lagoon.

    Family enjoying an animal feeding experience at Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters, Anna Bay.
    Meet the ocean’s friendliest faces at Irukandji. (Image: Destination NSW)

    7. Fish the estuaries

    Fishing fanatics will fall for Port Stephens hook, line and sinker. Here, one of the largest estuary systems in the whole state sees tidal rivers and mangrove ecosystems. Waterfronts are thick with oysters, and residential fish that might include anything from bream, whiting and flathead, to blue swimmer crabs, kingfish and longtail tuna.

    If you prefer to choose your own adventure and fish offshore, you can hire a boat from one of the marinas and set your own course.

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    Join a tour or chart your own fishing trip. (Image: Destination NSW)

    8. Taste new Port Stephens flavours

    With plenty of activity to fill your days, refuelling on delectable cuisine becomes equally important. And Port Stephens answers the call.

    Pop into Holbert’s Oyster Farm for fresh-farmed Port Stephens rock oysters and Pacific oysters, Australian king and tiger prawns, as well as a variety of tasty sauces to try them with.

    Take a group to Atmos for an authentic Greek experience over large shared dishes and Greek-inspired cocktails. Or feast on sea-to-plate, modern Australian dishes at the pet-friendly Restaurant 2317.

    A plate of fresh oysters.
    Slurp your way through the region’s best oysters. (Image: Destination NSW)

    Start planning your Port Stephens getaway at portstephens.org.au .