June 15, 2022

Locum Locations - Taree, Manning Valley NSW

By a very proud Hospital Staff Member!

Locum Location:

Taree / Manning Valley NSW.

Hospital Name:

Manning Base Hospital, Taree NSW.

How was the travel , logistics and accommodation?

Easy travel from Sydney particularly, a scenic drive recommended.

All accommodation is within a 1km radius of the hospital. Fully furnished with kitchen, bathroom, laundry and linen services provided.

What is the team like?

Overall a supportive team that bands together in a busy hospital. Medical administration do their very best to make it a comfortable experience.

And the hospital setup? Services, facilities, other Specialist support?

An acute hospital providing a broad range of specialist services to the residents of Greater Taree, Great Lakes and Gloucester local government areas.

Best town amenities, shops, cafes? Share with us your favourites.

There are beautiful local cafes such as Cafe Thyme and Cafe Giardino. Great restaurants such a Flow Old Bar, Waterfront Pavilion and Two Hans Asian Fusion BBQ

Any local inside information we should know about? Best swimming spots, looks or trails?

There is a massive river system that hosts the Easter PowerBoat parade, as well as more than ten stunning beaches within a 15-30 minute drive.

Add to that huge trail mountain bike rides and you are a 25 minute drive to Forster/Tuncurry, with Ellenborough Falls and an awesome hike to get there.

Here are some great extra resources to check out:

Taree NSW - Find Accommodation, Things to Do & Events (visitnsw.com)

Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse - Forster & Taree Area - Surrounds | VisitNSW.com

Ellenborough Falls - Forster & Taree Area - Surrounds | VisitNSW.com

Nature Based Escapes from Taree

Manning Valley, Australia | Our Little Secret™

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