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Nelson Bay Boat Harbour Public Wharf places visiting crews at the lively heart of Port Stephens.
Service area: Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, NSW
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The public wharf provides convenient town-side access within Nelson Bay’s busy harbour precinct, close to cafés, restaurants, tour operators and everyday services.
Designed for public vessel access rather than an overnight marina stay, it is a useful stopping point for suitable boats exploring Port Stephens.
Port Stephens offers sheltered bays, beaches, dolphin-rich waters and easy access towards the offshore islands and coast.
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