New South Wales location profile
Harrington NSW 2427
Harrington is a laid-back coastal township at the mouth of the Manning River on the NSW Mid North Coast. Known for fishing, boating and relaxed waterfront living, it blends an older village core with the newer Harrington Waters canal estate and easy access to beaches and national park scenery.
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Why families consider Harrington
Predominantly retirees and semi-retired households with a growing mix of sea-changers and families. Lifestyle revolves around the river, beach, golf and low-key community amenities, with broader retail and health services in nearby Taree.
Amenities & services
- Harrington Waters Shopping Village (IGA, cafes, services)
- Harrington Waters Medical Centre
- Pharmacy and GP clinics
- Club Harrington (bowls, bistro)
- Harrigan's Irish Pub & bistro
- Boat ramps and marina-style facilities
- Larger retail and hospitals in Taree (approx. 25–30 minutes)
- Taree Library (MidCoast Libraries) - Taree
- Wingham Library - Wingham
- Old Bar Library - Old Bar
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train: Taree Station (NSW TrainLink North Coast Line)
- Local bus services linking Harrington, Crowdy Head and Taree
- Pacific Highway (A1) via Harrington Road / Coopernook interchange
- Local arterials: Harrington Road, Beach Street, Crowdy Street
Lifestyle & recreation
- Harrington Waters Golf Course (18-hole)
- Fishing, boating and kayaking on the Manning River and breakwall
- Beaches and walking tracks in Crowdy Bay National Park
- Bowls and social events at Club Harrington
- Scenic lookouts at Pilot Hill and along the breakwall
- Crowdy Bay National Park
- Harrington Foreshore Reserve and Breakwall
- Pilot Hill Lookout Reserve
- Harrington Lagoon and wetlands
- Manning River foreshore parks
Education context
Limited local options (community preschool and family day care); broader long day care and early learning available in Taree and Old Bar.
- Charles Sturt University, Port Macquarie Campus (approx. 75km north)
- University of Newcastle, Callaghan Campus (approx. 170km south)
- Southern Cross University, Coffs Harbour Campus (approx. 165km north)