Grafton NSW 2460
(Pop 18 500)
Grafton is an historic North Coast town 660 km n-e of Sydney. It is scenically located on the Clarence River at the junction of the Pacific & Gwydir Hwys. Original inhabitants were the Gumbaingirr Aborigines and white 'discovery' was made in 1831 by escaped convict, Richard Craig. Logging, sugar-growing & dairying have all been important industries, while today Grafton acts as an important rural service centre. Grafton markets last Sat each month. Grafton Cup (richest rural horserace) (July), Bridge to Bridge Ski Race (Oct), Jacaranda Festival (Oct-Nov), Bridge to Bridge Sailing Classic (Nov).
Accommodation:
Grafton has about a dozen motels, 14 hotels and 4 caravan parks. 
Visitor Information Centre: Pacific Hwy, South Grafton. Tel (02) 6642 4677.
Airport:
Grafton Airport (GFN) off Pacific Hwy, Glenugie (12 km sw).
Hospital:
Grafton Base Hospital, Arthur St. Tel (02) 6640 2222.

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