Birdwatching Australia - A directory of New South Wales birding information.

Kemeys, AAA 4.5 star, Hunter Tourism, award winning accommodation is set in a secluded rural valley of 115 acres, with farmland, Watagan Eucalypt Forest and rainforest.

Local wildlife abounds, as we have no pets to discourage them, and regular visitors are wallabies, monitor lizards, water dragons, possums and bandicoots. Kemeys is a perfect base to discover the bird life of the NSW central coastal and hinterland area, between Sydney & Gloucster.

Up to 200 birds can be seen in the nearby surrounds and within our property. Some birds commonly seen here are the, King Parrot, Eastern Rosella, Crimson Rosella, Sulphur Crested Cockatoo, Brown Pigeon, Wonga Pigeon, Fairy Wren, Red Browed Finch, Bell Miner, Kookaburra, Friarbird, Lyrebird, Eastern Spinebill, Satin Bowerbird, Currawong, White Winged Chough, Willy Wagtail, etc. etc.

Tours leaving from Kemeys are by Phil Hansbro and Richard Baxter of Birding Tours Australia www.birdingtours.com.au

Contact Robert & Jenny Kemmis, kemeys@idl.net.au
PO Box 299 Morisset NSW 2264 Australia.
Phone +61 2 49772525 or 0417672449.
Website: www.kemeys.com.au

Oolong Sanctuary - (250km from Sydney and 75km from Canberra - ACT).
Limited accommodation, Overnight camping and toilet, water and electricity available at the sanctuary with conducted day and night tours. A variety of accommodation available in the nearby historical Dalton and Gunning town (in the superfine Merino wool country). We have the largest number of recorded bird species - several endangered and threatened -in South East NSW and the Australian Capital Territory (70% of the forest destroyed by bushfires in January 2003). The recent bushfires have made our already well known site the most comprehensive bird watching spot in SE NSW.
The sanctuary is managed by a not-for-profit association: Friends of Oolong. We seek donations to support several projects. Browse our website at: http://www.pcug.org.au/~gianni for details and illustration on our fauna and flora - including all birds.
Ph/fax: 02 4845 6267
Email: gianni@pcug.org.au

Camp Cypress - north-western New South Wales
Camp Cypress, 497 km northwest of Sydney, and situated on 75 hectares of open woodland at the Baradine showground, is an ideal base from which to visit the nearby Pilliga Forest - a haven for an amazing variety of fauna, bird life and wildflowers.

Situated between the foothills of the Warrumbungle Mountains, the Great Western Plains and the vast forests of the Pilliga, the Baradine district, also known as the Gateway to the Pilliga, is fast becoming the bird watching mecca of NSW.

Species listed include the Glossy Black Cockatoo, Turquoise Parrot, Spotted Bowerbird, Grey-crowned Babbler, White-browed Babbler, Blue Bonnet Parrot, Red-winged Parrot, Red-rumped Parrot, Apostle Bird, and White-winged Chough. The West Pilliga is one of the greatest strongholds of the Barking Owl in NSW.

Located just 1.5 km from town services and facilities, cabins at Camp Cypress comfortably accommodate up to 90 guests. All rooms are ensuite with reverse cycle air conditioning. All cabins have a shared common room with bar fridge and facilities for continental-style breakfasts. Other accommodation and facilities include a backpacker-style bunkhouse, 20 powered camp sites, unlimited space for general camping, large dining room, male and female amenities blocks, and laundry and BBQ facilities. Discounts apply for large group bookings.

Guided bird tours can be arranged. Brochures are also available upon request.

Camp Cypress Ltd
Website: http://www.campcypress.com/
Email: cypress@hwy.com.au
Tel: 02 6843 1035 International: +61 2 6843 1035
Fax: 02 6843 1930 International: +61 2 6843 1930

Or write to:
Camp Cypress Ltd
PO Box 22
BARADINE NSW 2396
AUSTRALIA

The Yurt at Lothlorien

Within two hours scenic drive from Sydney or Canberra is Lothlorien, a secluded five acre property nestled below Black Ash Nature Reserve high on Berry Mountain. It lies halfway between Berry and Kangaroo Valley, a ten minute drive in either direction.

The self-contained timber Yurt offers an unpretentious cosy hideaway for two. Separate from the main house it is set in an old orchard tucked into the edge of the rainforest. Short walks offer exhilarating views of scenic Wattamolla Valley and the dramatic escarpments edging the Budderoo National Park.

Close by are the Shoalhaven River and estuary, Coomonderry Swamp, heathland plateaus (including Barren Ground Nature Reserve - famous for Ground Parrot and Eastern Bristlebird) and pristine rainforest. Within a 25Km radius well over 200 species of birds have been recorded.

At Lothlorien 85 species have been recorded including Peregrine, Wedge-tailed Eagle, Grey and Brown Goshawk, Collared Sparrowhawk, Green Catbird, Logrunner, Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo, Gang-gang Cockatoo, Yellow-throated and Large-billed Scrubwren, Crescent Honeyeater and Rose Robin. Check our website for bird lists, birding articles and more details.

Hosts: Bob Ashford and Noreen Giles

Address:
The Yurt at Lothlorien, 912A Kangaroo Valley Road, Bellawongarah (nr Berry) NSW 2535

Tel: 02 4464 1574 Fax: 02 4464 1425

Email: welcome@theyurtatlothlorien.com Website: www.theyurtatlothlorien.com

Barkala Bird and Nature Tours

New Guided Birdwatching and Nature walks in the Pilliga, northern NSW.

For beginners and experienced naturalists!

Stay at �Barkala� in luxury bush accommodation and take the day birdwatching or bushwalking trips in the area. Camping and caravans are also catered for. Have dinner or morning tea in the Blue Wren Caf� and check out the famous pottery exhibitions and products while you are there.

�Barkala� has over 120 bird species resident or regular migrants on the property, including eight threatened species, the Grey-crowned Babbler, Hooded Robin, Speckled Warbler, Brown Treecreeper, Turquoise Parrot, Glossy Black Cockatoo, Diamond Firetail and the Black-chinned Honeyeater. Across the Pilliga over 200 bird species have been recorded.

The Pilliga Scrub has long been recognised as one of the most important areas for biodiversity in eastern Australia. With its diversity of habitats from open forest to heathlands, its geographic location on the border between coastal and dry country its biodiversity of plant and animal species has been long recognised.

Recent additions to the conservation estate has seen protected land in this area rise from 80 000 ha to over 300 000 ha ensuring the ongoing protection of these important ecosystems.

Guided birdwatching and bushwalking tours are conducted by David Paull an experienced local naturalist and conservationist who has spent 13 years researching and observing the local fauna and flora. He knows the best bird watching locations across the vast Pilliga area, bushwalkers and beginner naturalists are also catered for.

� Day package tours are conducted to some great bird watching destinations in the region; Pilliga West, Pilliga Lagoon, Yarrie Lake, Salt Caves, Dripping Rock/Maules Creek and Dandry Gorge. These are charged at $120/day regardless of group size.

� Morning or afternoon walks at Barkala are charged at $35 per head for groups, $40 for couples and $50 for individuals.

� Book now for your Pilliga natural experience, you won�t be disappointed. Accomodation is $60/single, $75/double per night.

02 68422239 (Barkala) or 0488595961 (Dave�s mobile)

Contact David Paull: dunnarts@dodo.com.au

Peacehaven Country Cottages

Two luxury self-contained spa cottages on 120 acres of natural bush just 3 hours north Sydney and 4 hours south of Coffs Harbour. A bird watchers delight.

Very quiet and private, amid Dry Sclerophyll Forest and Rain Forest adjoining Myall State Forest, Wang Walk State Forest and Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park. The peaceful natural environment, allows you to observe birds from the verandah of your cottage, or explore the many forest trails and National Park at your cottage door. Over 80 species of birds being sighted on the property alone; including The Log Runner, Southern Eastern Wren, Sooty Owl and Wedge-Tail Eagle.

Nearby is Myall Lakes National Park which boasts a large number of wetland species.

After a hard days bird watching relax in your spa bath, by your log fire or on your own private verandah with stunning country views.

Each cottage is fully self- contained with a full kitchen, all cooking utensils and linen.

Peace Cottage has 2 bedrooms sleeps 4.

Tranquility Cottage has 3 bedrooms sleeps 6.