LOCATIONS > NSW – Sydney | Coffs Harbour | Lismore | Newcastle | Wollongong
Welcome to Australian Homestay Network Coffs Harbour!
Coffs Harbour is located on the east coast of Australia, 350km south of Brisbane, and 570km north of Sydney. Resort town with stunning beaches, amusement parks and the Big Banana. Seasonal whale watching and sailing the coral reefs are just a taste of what Coffs Harbour have to offer.
Studying in Coffs Habour
Southern Cross University (SCU)
TAFE NSW – Coffs Harbour
University of New South Wales (UNSW) Rural Clinical School
International Teacher Training Academy
SCU National Marine Science Centre
We’re here to make sure you have the best homestay experience possible. Our team has been coordinating individual homestays and study tours in Northern New South Wales for over 10 years, so we know the area well.
Places to Visit
Local attractions include The Big Banana, Forest Sky Pier and the Dolphin Marine Conservation Park.
If nature is your thing then Coffs Harbour is the place for you. There are gorgeous national parks, Coffs Harbour Zoo with native Australian animals, as well as the Solitary Islands Marine Park with marine life including turtles and dolphins.
Coffs Harbour marina is the perfect day out to enjoy the sunshine, cafes, restaurants, fishing and ice creamery. The sailing club is also a popular spot to enjoy a drink and watch the sun go down.
Annual Events
Visit Things to Do in Coffs Harbour for regular festival and event info.
Weather
Coffs Harbour has Australia’s most liveable climate, with sub-tropical temperatures averaging between 13°C-25°C degrees year round. January is the warmest month of the year, with an average temperature of 23.4°C. The lowest average temperature is in July sitting at 13.1°C.
Cost of Living
Rent per month – city centre
(1 bedroom apartment)
$850.00 – $1200.00
Rent per month – outside city centre
(1 bedroom apartment)
$750.00 – $1000.00
One-way ticket on public transport
$4.50
McMeal/combo meal at McDonald’s
$10.05
330ml bottle of Coca-Cola
$3.00
Movie ticket
$15.50
Regular cup of coffee
$4.50
You can also use the Insider Guides Cost of Living Calculator to estimate living expenses in cities around Australia.
Enjoying the experience very much they are lovely young ladies. They seem to be happy.
A good family. I enjoy to live in this house.
I really enjoyed hosting Ali he was a delight.
