HappyVic

We moved here from Sydney's northern beaches thirteen years ago and have never looked back, this is a most special area, the beach is a walk away no matter which part of Forresters you live, it's a great place to surf, we have a fantastic little shopping centre with good takeaways at Forries shop, a nice little bakery that make great coffee, a friendly hairdresser, bottle shop, doctors surgery, and chemist, plus some great restaurants and a resort.
There are three major shopping centres a short drive away at Erina, Bateau Bay and Tuggerah.
The people here are friendly, we have lovely neighbours, and it's a fantastic place to raise kids, there are several parks, the beach is dog friendly for your four legged friends. The gym and pool are close by and three child care centres. It's an excellent area and highly recommended.

Tanilba Bay is a place full of surprises, Dolphin's are seen swimming in the bay, Koala's can be viewed in there natural habitat, kangaroos are found at dusk hopping in the clearings around the area, the local school has a fantastic reputation for quality teaching, the shopping centre boasts Coles, and Liquorland, and has a variety of smaller shops, with a good quality bakery, Eagle boys pizza, and the Oyster shack providing takeaway food options, and for those who would prefer to eat out, there's the Tiligerry RSL Sports Club, Tanilba Bay Golf Club plus Cafes and Restaurants at Lemon Tree Passage. There is also a Thrifty Link Hardware, a Caltex service station and various op shops.
If your a boating enthusiast, there are plenty of places to drop the boat in and go for a fish or ski, the water is so close no matter where you live, for those who enjoy a picnic, plenty of tables are available at the waters edge near the bay. Boat hire is available at Lemon tree passage just a couple of minutes drive away. For the kids, the Oakvale farm and Dizzyland are both ten minutes drive, a good area for bike and skateboard riding, also has a local pool and sports complex.
This is a quiet peaceful area with lots to do and plenty to see, and Salamander Bay, Anna Bay, Taylors Beach and Nelson Bay are an easy drive.