Father’s Day is almost upon us, but for those of you who haven’t organised anything yet, there’s no need to panic! Here are some last minute Lake Macquarie ideas guaranteed to delight every Dad around.

Got an active Dad who loves the outdoors? Take advantage of the fresh spring weather and spend this Father’s Day out on the lake. If fishing is one of his favourite things to do, pack a picnic lunch and head to one of Lake Macquarie’s popular fishing spots. Try Shingle Splitters Point at Balcolyn, Lucy’s Wall at Swansea Heads or the Speers Point Jetty and Pelican Foreshore, both great places to fish with kids. For an experience a little out of the ordinary, you could surprise Dad with a deep sea fishing expedition. Lake Macquarie Fishing Charters and B&L Fishing and Cruises both offer options for single and group bookings.

And if Dad prefers the land to the lake, not to worry! Celebrate with a round of golf at one of the region’s picturesque clubs. The 18 hole course at Belmont is set between the lake and the Pacific Ocean, while the Morisset Country Club’s course features the Watagan Mountain Ranges as a stunning backdrop.

The old saying goes, ‘the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach’, and after all the day’s activities, Dad is sure to be hungry. So why not treat him to a special dinner at one of Lake Macquarie’s many exceptional restaurants? The Salt and Pepper Bistro at Cardiff Panthers is offering some great value Father’s Day specials, or dine on the waterfront to truly spoil him. Ah, the perfect end to what was surely a wonderful and memorable day!