Anniversary Day 2025
New Italy Community Hall
New Italy Museum Inc. (NIMI) wishes to acknowledge and thank the NSW Goverment through Create NSW CLIRP Arts and Culture Priority Needs Program for funding to repair, rehabilitate and renovate the New Italy Community Hall space.
Following significant damage sustained during the extreme storm event 29/3/22, NIMI sought professional solutions in conservation, drainage and building renovation to recover and futureproof the building.
There’s a little fine tuning to do but we look forward to welcoming you to the Hall for our various celebrations and events. Watch this space!
New Italy Museum
The New Italy Museum Complex stands within acreage that was once part of the original New Italy Settlement. We are on the Pacific Highway in Northern NSW, between Ballina and Yamba. Don’t drive past as we have excellent coffee and plenty to see.
Another Visitor
This young man has been visiting us lately, several times a week. He must live nearby, but I’m not sure if he comes for the food or the music!
CafeWe have the best coffee on the highway with delicious homemade cakes. Call ahead on (02) 6682 2622 to order a sit down or takeaway lunch.
Tastes of New Italy
Italian Gift ShopBrowse our quality range showcasing Italian designs and styles. Spoil yourself or find the perfect gift for a loved one.
Casa Vecchia Gift Shop
MyBelle PantryMyBelle Pantry is now open at the New Italy Complex, located between the glass worker’s studio and the museum.
Pesticide free bulk foods
Glass Art GalleryIan O'Driscoll has been crafting glass for more than 30 years. From solid to liquid and back to solid again, Ian shapes the glass into stunning works of art.
Gallery & Workshops
Italian PavilionFrom the 1988 world expo in Brisbane, the structure and contents of the Italian Pavilion have found a home at New Italy.
Italian Pavilion
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I loved this museum! A jump in the past for who has got an Italian background. Really recommend! There is also a lovely shop! I had lasagna for lunch, small poece but worth the money spent! Go try it!
Giordan Benigni
19/06/2022 -
I have been to New Italy several times and like the theme of their museum and shops. Good spot to rest for 30-45 minutes if heading to NSW or QLD.
Arman Afsari
19/06/2022 -
I didn't know this place existed as I haven't driven along the highway for a long time. I passed it but glad I turned back to have a look. I suggest people make this place a stop when traveling along the highway. Added: I visited a second time it’s even better. I’ve added more pics.
BulldogsAndDolphins
13/08/2022 -
Fantastic place. All done by volunteers. Hats off to you guys
Len Nicholson
09/06/2021 -
Great coffee stop with clean facilities and interesting Italian migrant stories and artefacts.
Poh Ling LEE
01/08/2022 -
Great place to stop for a break and to stretch my legs heading up to the Gold Coast. The museum was really interesting telling the story of the first settlers to the area. Loved the gift shop and the cafe had great coffee!
Jewellery Store
24/08/2022 -
Interesting to check out & read up , on the history of New Italy & the pioneer families , in the local area .. within both of museums , at the recommended to explore - New Italy tourist attraction area & Pacific Highway Rest Stop Outside the museums .. are also some statues / sculptures & other tourist attraction to see There’s no entrance fee , into either museum area .. nevertheless , to help with the running cost of New Italy - there are donation boxes all over the area * there even a donation box next to the public toilets there 🙂
Marty
16/05/2022 -
I didn't know this place existed as I haven't driven along the highway for a long time. I passed it but glad I turned back to have a look. I suggest people make this place a stop when traveling along the highway. Added: I visited a second time it’s even better. I’ve added more pics.
BulldogDynasty
13/08/2022 -
Honestly intriguing stories and a great little explore. Had a wonderful brekky
Tom Angove
13/05/2022 -
I didn't know this place existed as I haven't driven along the highway for a long time. I passed it but glad I turned back to have a look. I suggest people make this place a stop when traveling along the highway. Added: I visited a second time it’s even better. I’ve added more pics.
BulldogDynasty2
13/08/2022