North Avoca

The peaceful hidden beach towards the northern end of the 5 lands walk.

Having started your journey with breakfast and the smoking ceremony at MacMasters Beach , pass through the vibrant and exciting activities of Copacabana and the artistic marvels of Avoca, your journey will bring you to a more spiritual and reflective state of mind at North Avoca.

There will be a major Aboriginal programme here, as well as art displays, giant kites, surfers and competitions.

Aboriginal Programme

A message from Kevin (Gavi) Duncan -

Yaama Yaama

From the Derrabun the Hawkesbury River in the south to the north to the Awaba Lake Macquarie and from Mt Yango in the west to the Sea we welcome all to the Traditional Lands of the Darkinjung peoples.  We pay our respects to our Elders of past and present and to our Children of Darkinjung Country.

North Avoca Surf Club in this year's 5 Lands Walk 2011 is again the home of the Local Aboriginal Community.  From 2pm, experience local Aboriginal dance, song and performance and photo and video exhibition of the re-enactment of the Charles Perkins Freedom Ride by Local Aboriginal and non Aboriginal Students in 2011. 

Enjoy the flavours and tastes of Traditional Bush Foods and Presentation.

Experience our Culture - Share our Dreaming

Freedom Filipino Programme 2011

Location: Surf Club grounds and deck

Duration: 10.00am to 3pm
The local Filipino community called North Avoca home in 2011 with traditional music, costume, dancing, exhibitions, games and food tastings.

Kite Programme

Location: On the beach just north of the lake
Duration: 10am - pm

Very popular with the kids and the adults this year will see a giant kite flying exhibition as well as a kite building workshop where you may build and fly your own kite

The Coolest Beach Dog Competition

To celebrate North Avoca as a dog friendly beach, the 5 Lands Walk Coolest Beach Dog Competition is in its third year in 2012.

Free Entry - Awesome Prizes

Entry is free and prizes will be awarded in three categories:
1. Coolest Beach Dog and Kid
2. Coolest Beach Dog and Senior.
3. Look Cool like your dog!

Avoca Drive Animal Hospital is sponsoring this event and great prizes will be awarded in each category, including veterinary hospital vouchers and pet products.

Entries close at 1pm sharp on 18 June 2011.  Judging will take place between 1 and 1.30pm.  Winners will be announced at 1.30pm.  Entrants must be present on the day to collect their prizes.

 You may pick up a registration form from the Avoca Drive Animal Hospital at 11 Avoca Drive Erina (near cnr Avoca Drive & Central Coast Hwy tel:  4365 1028  http://avocadrivevet.com.au/).  Or just turn up and register before 1pm on the day - 18 June 2011.

Location: on the beach in the leash-rree area near the Bulbararing Lagoon, North Avoca.

Green & Golden Bell Frog Display 2011

Location: North Avoca surf club

Duration: 10am till 3pm

North Avoca is one of only a few locations left where the golden bell frog continues to exists and breed. We will have an expert on hand for the day to advise what you can do to help preserve this endangered species.