Conditions & tides
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Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.
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About this site
Mermaid Reef sits off Port Macquarie on the mid-north coast of New South Wales, a stretch of the Tasman Sea known for its rocky reef systems and rugged headlands. Dive sites in this area are typically reached by boat from Port Macquarie's harbour.
AI overviewMarine life here
Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
Liolophura gaimardiReported here · unconfirmed
Reaper CuttlefishAscarosepion mestusReported here · unconfirmed
Rosecone CuttlefishAscarosepion rozellaReported here · unconfirmed
Durable tips from divers — access, hazards, marine life, facilities. For day-of conditions, use the report tool in the conditions card above.
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