Harrington, a small coastal town, lies 35km north east of Taree and at the mouth of the Manning River. Established in the mid 1800's as a fishing village, the nearby waters became well known for a series of shipwrecks as a result of vessels attempting to enter the shallow mouth of the Manning River. Only in recent times has the construction of a breakwater improved navigation. While the town still retains its sleepy feel, it has become popular in the last decade for its surf beaches and quiet lifestyle - evidence of several new land subdivisions on the western edge of the town indicate somewhat strong demand. Of interest in the area include Pilot Hill (great lookout), Crowdy Head lighthouse (7km north-east) and Crowdy Bay National Park

Population: 1,500
State: New South Wales
Name Origin: The area was named Harrington Inlet by explorer John Oxley after the British city of similar name.
Pronunciation: Harr-ing-ton
Postcode: 2427
Local Government: Greater Taree City Council
Location: 343km north of Sydney
Main Roads: None
Main Watercourses: Manning River, South Pacific Ocean
Radio Stations (Music): Great Lakes FM (101.5), Star FM (102.3), Max FM (107.3), 2MC-FM (106.7), Triple J (96.3) 

Photos from Harrington (Click on thumbnail for full sized image):
 

	View west over Harrington, Manning River and Beach Street from Pilot Hill (2005).
	View south-west over the breakwater and Manning River, Harrington (2005).
	Looking east across Harrington Inlet from foreshore parkland opposite Terranora Ave, Harrington (2005).
	Beach Street, looking east towards Scott Street, Harrington (2005).
	Beach Street, again looking east this time from Goode Street, Harrington (2005).
	Beach Street, looking west from Goode Street, Harrington (2005).
	High Street, looking east from Goode Street, Harrington (2005).
	Entrance to the new estate of Harrington Waters from Beach Street, Harrington (2005).

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