Most Australian states have had legal free beaches for many years, the two exceptions being Queensland and Tasmania. However, both of these states do have a number of unofficially condoned nude bathing areas and it is hoped the situation may be resolved in the near future.

Annual nude beach carnivals are held in Western Australia, South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland. The range of activities are very much of the 'family picnic day' style. These days are very popular and usually attract several hundred participants.

A new and exciting development in the quest for more free beaches in all states of Australia is the amalgamation of the Free Beach Association of NSW Inc and the Free Beach Association of Qld Inc. The new Australia wide organisation which is titled Free Beaches Australia Inc, and is affiliated with the ANF. If you or your group think the ANF may be able to help in obtaining legal status for your favourite 'well known' free beach please contact this organisation or the secretary of the Australian Nudist Federation Inc to find out what assistance can be offered.

For more information about Free Beaches Australia Inc and the location clothing optional beaches throughout Australia please click here.