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NORTH BYRON HOTEL Leave town, just a little, and visit our North Byron Hotel Eat, Drink, Discover Crafted for good times and centred around our sustainable Garden Bar, the North Byron Hotel is perfect for indulging fresh Byron produce, hand-picked liquors and a little live music. With a vibrant menu that draws inspiration from the beautiful surrounds we call
home, and a line-up of music and events that further showcase our love of the local, the
North Byron Hotel will encourage you to go a little North of the fold. Embracing our subtropical climate, the North Byron Hotel is a made for eating, drinking and relaxing amongst the Gardens alongside friends and family. By night we transform into an idyllic, fairy light-lit hub of good vibes, live music & Byron Bay buzz.
Tucked away from the chaos of the town centre is our hidden gem - a garden-style oasis filled with local food, live music & ales as golden as the afternoon sun. Relax & enjoy locally sourced produce, a cocktail on the lawn or bring your mates to listen to some of Byron Bay’s best undiscovered musicians. If you’re looking for an authentic Byron Bay experience... You’ve found it.
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Editor’s Welcome Peter Wotton a hat and sunscreen, slip slop and slap! Cool down with a huge selection of Ice Cream treats, and natural fruit juices, available close to the beach. Go shopping and pick up a memento of your stay in Byron. For evening activities in Byron, park your car as Byron CBD is easily accessed on foot. With just a short stroll to your first port of call - a cold beer, martini or a glass of your favourite wine, then dinner at one of Byron’s many famous iconic Restaurants with multi award winning Chefs, offering fine dining and great customer service. Huge variety to choose from (“see page 44” Byron and Beyond, Restaurant guide). Byron has many late-night venues to dance the night away including the Beach Hotel which has great music, good vibes, a new inspirational meal menu and a large outdoor area. Byron also features many food delights from different countries and cultures from around the world. (See page 40 for our restaurant guide). Heading North from Byron is where we have many of Australia’s leading music festivals. Over the Easter weekend we have the multi award winning Bluesfest, and at Yelgun, the North Byron Parklands is home to Splendour in The Grass and the Falls Festival. Just a few kilometres away is Brunswick Heads, which is located at the mouth of the Brunswick River and is a great spot for camping, fishing, kayaking, boating and surfing. Brunswick Heads is a family friendly beach town with ‘Simple Pleasures’ as their motto. Brunswick also features many fine dining restaurants, cafes and food outlets. When shopping for that hard-to-find treasure, in June Brunswick hosts the Old and Gold Festival. Visit the iconic Brunswick Hotel for great meals and the view is wonderful overlooking the river. Call into the Brunswick Heads Visitors Centre, for maps, hats, local knowledge, and a warm smile and get a present to take home to remind you of your stay in Brunswick Heads.
Welcome to Byron Bay, great place to fall in love with and the hardest place to leave! Welcome to Byron Shire, which includes our smaller townships of Suffolk Park, Broken Head, Bangalow, Mullumbimby, Brunswick Heads, and the jewel in the crown of the Northern Rivers region: - Byron Bay. All of our towns have their own special qualities to offer our visitors, and with over 2.5 million visitors coming to Byron in 2019 before the Covid-19 lockdowns, we are certainly looking to invite each and every one of them back to enjoy what we have on offer! With over 25% of our visitors coming from SEQ, we welcome all Queenslanders that have been locked out over many months last year with the border closures. Come and enjoy our wonderful crystal-clear surf, with soft white sand underfoot. Our Byron beaches offer some of the best surf breaks in Australia with many beaches to choose from. When surfing at Byron be courteous to other surfers and obey surf etiquette. You never know who is in the water next to you. It could be a top Corporate Executive, mega super star or the girl next door. Black Dog Surfing will teach you to surf if you need help getting started. Discover Byron’s hidden gems with many walking tracks to explore our diverse eco landscape. I recommend an early morning beach walk up the steps to the Pass lookout. Before the sun comes up, experience the sunrise at the lighthouse lookout, or late afternoon as the sun goes down, to clear your thoughts, rejuvenate, set new goals, and unwind - so invigorating! We also welcome those who have experienced extreme lockdowns from Melbourne and Sydney with open arms. Maybe you would like to move to Byron in the near future, as working from home is now the new norm. Work where you want to live, in this wonderful environment of Byron Bay. Some of our day time activities include, scuba diving or snorkelling out at Julian Rocks with our diverse marine life, join the dolphins with Cape Byron Kayaks, skydive, or take the exhilarating experience of early morning ballooning. Then have some time on the beach to deepen that bronze tan but don’t forget to use
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Getting Here. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
The Top Ten Must Do . . . . . . . . . 17
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Byron’s Beaches. . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Learn To Surf . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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Horseriding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Ballooning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Diving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cape Byron Marine Park . . . . . . . 27 The Lighthouse . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Whale Watching. . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Markets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Shopping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Health & Beauty. . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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Arts & Industrial Estate . . . . . . . . 42 Weddings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 The Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . 48 Brunswick Heads . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Burleigh Heads
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Ride the Byron Solar Train It’s been over three years since the Byron Solar Train launched, winning international acclaim and a cabinet full of awards. And still, the charming 1969 era two carriage train remains the only full sized fully solar powered train in the world. A remarkable achievement for Byron Bay. Only a quarter of the energy created by the solar panels on the train and train shed is used to operate it, with the remainder fed into the grid. The Byron Solar Train operates a ten-minute one way or twenty-five minute return service between North Beach Station (toward the end of Bayshore Drive between North Byron Hotel and Elements of Byron) and Byron Beach Station in town, where Shirley Street meets Lawson Street. The coastal track traverses littoral rainforest, endangered coastal wetlands and the breathtaking Belongil Creek, part of Cape Byron Marine Park.There are ten return services daily between 10:30am and 6:00pm. Adults ride for $5.00 one way with children 6 – 13 years $3.00 and children under six years free. Or go all the way with the $30 Ride in Style offer which includes a return adult train journey, lunch at North Byron Hotel and a schooner of Stone & Wood or glass of wine. www.byronsolartrain.com.au
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BYRON BAY From world-renowned beaches to lush hinterland surrounds, Byron offers something for just about everyone with an eclectic and laid-back mix of alternative, surfie and trendy culture. Originally known as Cavanbah or ‘meeting place’ by the original Bundjalung people of the area, Byron continues to live up to its traditional heritage with people flocking from everywhere to shop, surf, scuba dive and of course, walk the famous Cape Byron Lighthouse track. Located at Australia’s most easterly point, this walk offers a stunning vista of migrating whales as well as resident dolphins and leopard sharks. Known to many as the Rainbow region, Byron is home to a thriving local community of musicians and artists and hosts a variety of colourful markets and festivals. The beaches are also popular for romance, with the Byron Bay Surf Club being a favourite wedding venue.
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Craig Parry Photography A coastal town in the north eastern state of New South Wales. Byron has become a very popular holiday destination, known for its relaxing white sandy beaches, great swimming and surfing beaches, fantastic scuba diving sites and diverse walking tracks. Cape Byron State Conservation Park is on a headland with the brightest lighthouse in Australia. Between May and November, humpback whales and our local pod of dolphins can be spotted from headland viewpoints such as the Captain Cook Lookout, the lighthouse walking track, The Pass Lookout, and the lighthouse courtyard.
Wake up before daylight, grab a coffee, do the lighthouse walk to see the sunrise over the ocean (fantastic) and on the way back down, go for a swim in the ocean, all before you start your day exploring Byron shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants. 2,200,000 cd. Cape Byron, the easternmost point of the mainland of Australia, is about 3 kilometres northeast of the town of Byron, where the first sun rays hits the Australian mainland. There are many diverse walks around the Cape Headland precinct, down to The Pass.
A DAY IN BYRON EAT DAY & NIGHT - The Balcony Bar and Oyster Co. Brunch in style – overlooking the main centre of Town. It is a great position to experience lovely sunsets, with cool evening ocean breeze.
INDULGE - Eléme Day Spa at Crystalbrook Byron Eléme Day Spa has been designed for the ever-evolving, everchanging, magnificent you. Forever inspired by the healing powers of Byron Bay, our menu is designed to flex, so our therapists can personalise each treatment to best suit you… your body, your skin, your mood on the day of your visit.
EAT EVENING - Loft Byron Bay Great views overlooking Jonson street down to the beach with cool summer ocean breezes and a very relaxing beautifully decorated decor. The chef from one of Sydney’s best venues, blends seasonality with where food comes from to create a contemporary Australian all-day casual dining menu. Its specialty is share style food and amazing desserts.
AUSSIE PUB - The Beach Hotel - Overlooking the white sands and sparkling waters of Byron Bay’s Main Beach is a unique and iconic destination and Byron’s most famous pub. From excellent coffee and early bird breakfasts to after-surf pub lunches, family dinners, cocktails with friends. With private holiday accommodation, our comfortable and expansive venue has it all... just metres from the iconic shoreline. www.beachhotel.com.au@beachhotelbyronbay
EAT LUXE - RAES Raes on Wategos is an exclusive boutique retreat with personalised service in an idyllic beachfront setting. Raes provides an elegant, opulent and exceptionally private space where you can lose yourself in the ultimate beachfront escape. Contemporary Australian with a Mediterranean influence.
WITH THE KIDS - The Farm - Perfect for a day out with the kids, with many activities to keep them occupied. “The Farm is principally a working farm; we house a collection of micro-businesses all sharing in a common goal. We invite you to come and visit us and see for yourself how a farm operates, supports the environment and contributes to a healthier lifestyle. Our motto - Grow, Feed, Educate -inspires all that we do here and for the community at large. We believe that it’s the first-hand experience of seeing how food is grown and produced, that makes the eating it so much more pleasurable. From this simple pleasure sprouts a curiosity and desire to learn more.
SHOP - There is plenty on offer as far as shopping is concerned, with International brand clothing names, book shops and galleries. Explore the arcades and back streets whether you are looking for an outfit for that evening, new swimwear or a local souvenir to take home. The Byron Arts & Industrial Estate houses shop fronts of some of Byron’s best exports. EXPLORE - Cape Byron Lighthouse Is an active lighthouse located at Cape Byron, Australia. It is Australia’s most powerful lighthouse, with a light intensity of
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MARKETS - 1ST Sunday Community 8am-3pm - Thursday Farmers 7-11am - Twilight Markets 4-9pm (Oct-April) - Beachside Artisan Market 8am-3pm DID YOU KNOW Byron Bay is one of the most visited destinations in Australia, with our natural beauty on display, come, relax and unwind, meet some locals, offering great surfing beaches, snorkelling, scuba diving, kayaking, horse riding, diverse bush walking tracks, dolphin & whale watching activities, check out our historic lighthouse museum, the lighthouse was built in 1901 at the most easterly point on the Australian mainland to warn ships, this is Byron Bay! VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Old Stationmaster’s Cottage 80 Jonson Street, Byron Bay www.visitbyronbay.com
The local Bundjalung Aboriginal people’s name for the area is Cavanbah, meaning ‘meeting place’. Captain James Cook named Cape Byron after Royal Navy officer John Byron, circumnavigator of the world and grandfather of the poet Lord Byron. According to the 2016 census of Population, there were 9,246 people in Byron Bay. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people made up 1.6% of the population. 64.0% of people were born in Australia. The next most common countries of birth were England 4.9% and New Zealand 2.5%. 76.3% of people spoke only English at home. Longboard surfers arrived in the 1960s and used natural breaks at The Pass, Wategos, and Cosy Corner. This was the beginning of Byron Bay as a travellers’ destination, and by 1973, when the Aquarius Festival was held in nearby Nimbin, its reputation as a hippy, happy, alternative town was established, although tourism facilities remained minimal. From the 1980s, tourism began to develop in earnest, with the cash-poor surfers and hippies supplemented, and to a degree supplanted, by cashed-up conspicuous consumers. This in turn stimulated the development of retail precincts and accommodation, whilst many still enjoyed a surfers lifestyle with all year round good surfing conditions.
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Today, Byron Bay is one of the most up-market residential areas on the Australian east coast with the growth in multi-million-dollar mansions now pushing the median value of house sales up beyond AU$1.5 million in 2017, over a 100% increase since 2013, based on 2018 data from realestate.com.au and more recently since Covid 19 lockdowns, many people can work from home and live where they like, increasing values even more with 30% growth in property values in just 3 months in 2020. As at 2019, the town is cited as having around 9,000 permanent residents, while being visited by over 2.5 million visitors each year spending almost $1 Billion in Byron Shire. At the same time, the town has not lost its attraction to a diverse range of visitors including surfers, backpackers and visitors interested in the natural attractions of the area. It also supports a healthy cross section of creative artists, craftspeople and musicians, while its more recent hippy/ new age past is reflected to a degree in a prevalence of alternative “new-age” shops, “spiritual” services such as meditation and yoga classes, and holistic healing/’wellness’ retreats.
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GOLD COAST AIRPORT Flying direct to Gold Coast Airport is the most convenient way to access the natural beauty of the Northern Rivers and Byron Bay region in New South Wales, with direct flights from cities in Australia, New Zealand and Asia.* Gold Coast Airport is just metres from world-renowned beaches, a 5-minute transfer to the Tweed Coast, and a scenic 40-minute drive to Byron Bay and surrounds. Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas, Air New Zealand, Rex, Airnorth, AirAsia and Scoot* fly direct to Gold Coast Airport. Gold Coast Airport is set to open its expanded multi-level terminal in 2022. This three-level 30,000 sqm gamechanger doubles the terminal’s current size. For more information please visit expansion.goldcoastairport.com. au. If travelling between Gold Coast Airport and Northern NSW by car, book your car rental online before you arrive via goldcoastairport.com.au. *Pending COVID-19 travel restrictions.
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BALLINA AIRPORT Welcome to the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, the heart of the Northern Rivers region. The Airport is only 5 minutes from Ballina CBD and under 30 minutes to Byron Bay and Lismore helping you get to your destination whether it’s for a holiday or business, faster. We are proud to be the gateway to this stunning region of rich natural beauty and cultural diversity. The Northern Rivers is a destination for everyone and boasts some of Australia’s best beaches and great surfing, picturesque rivers and esteries, rainforests and natural attractions. There is always a festival or market going on and an abundance of activities to choose from such as hot air ballooning, skydiving, whale watching, diving and snorkelling, sea kayaking or horse riding on the beach. The region is renowned for the major music festivals, arts and cultural events that are held annually and for the eclectic array of cuisines and restaurants dotting the region’s landscape. The airport is a natural gateway to the region. It has recently tripled in size with a new departure lounge, a new café, sports bar, three new shops and more seating and amenities. Hire an electric & nostalgic kombi for sightseeing trips around Byron Bay (see below).
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The adventures to be enjoyed around Byron are as wide as the imagination Byron Corner Store
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Byron’s best coffee! Using local organic Moonshine Roasters coffee and made with love with all your favourite milks. Conveniently located in the middle of Jonson St, Byron Corner Store is your must see Caffeine destination! pg 39
The Picture House prides itself on presenting a diverse program of shows and events that span the generational divide, with comedy, live music, film events, family entertainment and the smash hit monthly cabaret, CHEEKY pg 51
Scuba Diving
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Situated within the Cape Byron Marine Park and just 2.8km from shore, Julian Rocks was named one of Australia’s top snorkeling destinations by Australian Geographic and rated as one the best dive sites throughout Australia. pg 26
Experience all the fun and adventure of a Cape Byron Kayaks guided tour. Feel the exhilaration as you paddle with the dolphins, the turtles and the migrating whales that frequent the enticing waters of Byron Bay. pg 23
Horse Riding
Byron Bay Kombi Tours
Zephyr Horses offer small personalized horse tours, on the beach, in the beautiful sub tropical woodlands, and at ‘The Farm’. In addition, they do mounted archery and trick riding clinics, horseback pub tours, mustering camps, private lessons. pg 24
Byron Bay Kombis offers chauffeured sightseeing tours in and beyond Byron Bay in beautifully restored, nostalgic kombis or if you prefer a self driven kombi or beetle have a look at Retro campervans. pg 15
Byron Solar Train
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Byron Bay Railroad Company has restored an out of action heritage train service which runs on solar power and is open to all, warmly welcoming the local community and visitors to ride pg 7
A beautiful little ethical trader in the heart of Byron Bay, Australia with a lovely unique range of authentic Aboriginal artefacts, local, original arts, craft, jewellery, homewares and gorgeous gifts purchased directly from the artist pg 3
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Whale Watching
Hot Air Ballooning
Whale watching boat expeditions are offered in Tweed Heads, Byron Bay, Brunswick Heads and Ballina. The dramatic coastline has numerous vantage points which offer excellent viewing opportunities between May and November. pg 30
Watch the sunrise over Byron Bay from a hot air balloon. Adventures Daily with Australia’s most Experienced Balloon Company. Book Online Today. Daily Flights. Flexible Flight Locations. 40 Years’ Experience. Championship Pilots. pg 25
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This beach starts at the western side of the Main Beach car park and heads west away from the Lighthouse. Another great wave in Byron Bay that was formed when ‘The Wollongbar’ was washed from the old Byron Bay jetty during the 1920s. ‘The Wollongbar’ was then used as the major transport for all the tourists coming from Sydney to visit The Bay. You can still see the ‘rudder’ and ‘the boilers’ sticking out of the sand. Here both Lefts and Rights break on sandbanks that are always there because of The Wreck. From here, all the way along Belongil Beach gets its good share of waves. It is great for both the experienced surfer and the beginner. The waves vary from fast hollow dumping waves, to soft spilling waves, dependant on what the swell and sandbanks are doing. It will pick up most swells from the north to the south and likes a west to south west wind but also a south east is surfable. The sweep is here if the swell is here.
This beach runs from the end of The Pass back down to the carpark at the Byron Bay Surf Life Saving Club. This is Byron Bay’s main patrolled beach. The waves here are often fast and hollow but can often get small spilling waves depending on how big the swell is. There are both Lefts and Rights here, as long as the sandbanks are in good shape. There are often rocks along here that come and go with the sand flow. It likes the wind to be from the south east to south west, and will pick up most swells. The sweep often comes with the swell, so you have to look for an exit point before you get to the rocky car park, otherwise you will get back to the beach in front of The Wreck, past the rocks.
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The most famous wave in the Bay, where you have all extremes in one wave, from the point, which is hollow and fast breaking all the way past the rocks, and you must be experienced. Once past the rocks, it will break towards Clarks Beach, where the waves are more spilling and more suited for beginners.
Tallow Beach is the long open beach on the southern side of the lighthouse. It is an open beach that will pick up all swells. It should only be surfed by experienced surfers, unless it is very, very small. The waves are fast and hollow, but can sometimes be spilling waves. It likes all winds from the North East, North West to South West. The waves will break, no matter how small the surf is … Lefts and Rights. The south swell should be avoided, as this will push you onto and around the rocks. There are always rips and currents along this beach.
04 Watego’s Beach Wategos Beach is the most easterly beach in the Bay. It is very popular with long boarders and is a great family beach. The waves are mostly spilling and will break all the way to The Pass. All swells will get there, except a strong south swell. There is often a sweep (side-shore current) along this beach that will carry you towards the rocks and ‘The Pass’. You must always watch for an exit point to avoid being carried past the end of the sand, otherwise you must keep surfing to ‘The Pass’.
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LEARN TO SURF Having a go at surfing is at the top of the must do list when visiting Byron Bay. Don’t just jump onto any surf school bus for your lessons, make sure your bus stops in town for surfing at the famous Clarkes or Belongil beaches that have made Byron Bay “the place” for the best lessons. Blackdog Surf School is a family run business that has been operating in Byron Bay since 2001. We are one a few privileged surf schools that are licensed to teach on the beautiful beaches of Byron Bay. At Blackdog Surfing your smile is our satisfaction, the feeling of riding your 1st wave will stay with you forever. We teach you to surf in a fun, safe environment. All of our instructors are fully qualified and have an extensive knowledge of the local conditions. Everything you need to go surfing is provided, all you need to bring are swimmers, towel + a smile!! We guarantee you will stand up on your 1st lesson or come again free! We believe the beaches of Byron Bay offer some of the best learning to surf waves in Australia.
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KAYAK WITH DOLPHINS Experience all the fun and adventure of a Cape Byron Kayaks guided tour. Feel the exhilaration as you paddle with the dolphins, the turtles and the whales that frequent the enticing waters of Byron Bay. Whether you are a novice or experienced kayaker, your adventure will include paddling the gorgeous Marine Park, the waves, the wilderness and morning or afternoon tea with Tim Tams on a beautiful beach. Cape Byron Kayaks is the original and the best kayaking tour in Byron Bay. Their professional guides share a wealth of local knowledge, taking care of all your needs and making your experience a safe and memorable one.
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World Class Diving & Snorkelling at Julian Rocks with Sundive Byron Bay Sundive is Byron Bay’s only Padi 5 Star dive centre. They have been taking divers out to explore Julian Rocks for over 30 years, offers daily diving and snorkelling trips as well as Try Scuba experiences for non-divers and all Padi courses. Julian Rocks has been protected for over 35 years and is one of the top 20 dives sites in the world according to National Geographic and one of the top 10 snorkelling spots in Australia . Julian Rocks offers an abundance of big marine life and dramatic seasonalchanges that create a unique level of biodiversity year round. It is home to many different shark and ray species and is one of the few sites in the world where shark encounters can be guaranteed. As the temperatures rise above 22 degrees from December until May, leopard sharks migrate to Julian Rocks forming, possibly, the world’s largest aggregation. They are the stars of the summer diving, gracefully gliding between divers with their beautiful spotted patterns. In this season manta rays also make guest star appearances coming to the rocks for a clean and to check out the divers. Around mid-May, when temperatures drop below 22 degrees the leopard sharks head north to warmer waters and are replaced by the more temperate grey nurse sharks. Ferocious looking with their irregular pointy teeth, grey nurse sharks are actually extraordinarily placid and very chilled around the divers. Three different species of wobbegong sharks are also resident at the rock year round and there are so many that it is impossible not to encounter few of them. The other iconic year-round residents are 3 species of sea turtles. Young green turtles hang in the shallows close to the top of the rocks and delight the snorkelers with very close encounters, hawksbills grace the coral bommies and huge prehistoric looking loggerheads have called the rock home for longer than Sundive existed. You can book online or contact us at (+61) 2 6685 7755. For more information: www.sundive.com.au Check out our facebook page for updates on diving conditions.
As well as the big animal action, Julian Rocks thrives with huge schools of fish, stunning corals and sponges and an incredibly variety in smaller life with an array of nudibranchs, shrimps, octopi, morays and other unusual critters. Easily book online your dive or snorkelling adventure with Sundive and come experience Julian Rocks!
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CAPE BYRON MARINE PARK Cape Byron Marine Park extends from Brunswick Heads in the North to Lennox Head in the south and was established to conserve marine life in the region The Marine Park has many beautiful assets such as small rocky islands, coral communities, riverine estuaries, coastal creeks and lakes and amazing rocky reefs. There are dolphins, fish, seabirds, plants, sponges, corals, anemones and rare/threatened species such as sea turtles, grey nurse sharks and black cod as well as whales and shorebirds which migrate through the Park and can sometimes be seen from the shore. Like all marine parks in NSW, Cape Byron Marine Park has been zoned to ensure a balance between conservation and public use and enjoyment. Restrictions apply to activities such as commercial and recreational fishing, spear fishing, collecting and anchoring. So remember to get a marine park zoning plan users guide before fishing or collecting in the Park. Paper copies of the guide are available at marine park offices, visitor information centres, accommodation outlets, general stores and fishing supply outlets. The guide is also available for free on smart phones and tablets from the Avenza Map Store and as part of the NSW DPI FishSmart app. To use the Avenza Map download the app from iTunes or Google Play.
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C AP E BY R ON
LIGHTHOUSE Meander through rainforest, world class beaches to the lighthouse.
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Meander through rainforest and world class beaches to the lighthouse. The light that shines by night over Cape Byron Marine Park emanates from a tower as famous as the town of Byron Bay itself. Built at the turn of the 19th century to protect ships passing along the coast, Cape Byron Lighthouse stands resolute on the most easterly point of the Australian mainland. Operated by resident keepers until 1989, it’s now automated light is clearly visible from the Byron Bay Township. Take a guided tour of the lighthouse, learn more about this iconic white tower and find out about shipwrecks and stories from the sea in the Maritime Museum which is below the lighthouse and the artwork inside is ‘a must see’. You’ll enjoy some of the best views of the ocean and hinterland including regular sightings of turtles, dolphins. It is the most easterly point of Australia, and one of the best places to see humpback whales as they pass on their annual migration between May and November. Please note: • Remember to take your binoculars if you want to whale watch • It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited • Parking fees apply
WALKING TRACK Enjoy spectacular coastal views along the Cape Byron walking track that takes you on a hike through rainforest, beach, grassland and clifftops to the lighthouse.
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It’s a good idea to put sunscreen on before you set out and remember to take a hat and plenty of drinking water Keep on track, keep away from cliff edges Take your swimwear as you may like to have a swim on the way
You’ll need a good two hours to properly experience the walking track – but it’s so rich in delights, don’t be surprised if you reach the end and feel like doing it again. Unwind and enjoy the view as you walk. The 3.7km loop leads you on a hike through rainforest and across clifftops with stunning views of the ocean and hinterland. En route you’ll wander through the shade of bangalow palms and ancient burrawangs, across kangaroo grasslands, along picturesque beaches and up to Cape Byron Lighthouse.
ACCOMMODATION The four Clarke’s Beach Cottages have direct access to Byron Bay’s main beach and are surrounded by National Park. Staying here is just magnificient, you can wake to ocean views and the sound of crashing surf. Alternatively the two lighthouse cottages where the former keepers used to live have been fully refurbished, heritage listed cottages (circa 1901) makes this a truly unique holiday experience. Be the first to see the sunrise on Australia’s mainland and enjoy watching dolphins, turtles and whales. To enquire about NPWS holiday accommodation in the lighthouse keeper’s cottages or the beach cottages go to: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/bookings
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WATCH THE WHALES As Byron Bay is the most easterly point of Australia, it is here that whales pass by extremely close to the mainland on their journey to the warm,
shallow waters of Queensland to give birth to their young and some species
are accompanied by the males to mate. Humpback whales are the stars of the annual whale migration and are one of the most common whales you
will see. The male humpback whale is famous for its extraordinarily long and complex songs which travel very far throughout the oceans.
Get up close to some of the most awe-inspiring marine life on earth and go kayaking with dolphins and turtles on a guided sea kayak tour. Prepare to be amazed, as the whales may pass gracefully nearby.
It is important to stay 100 metres from the side of their path and 300
metres if a calf is present. However it is amazing how curious they are and like to come closer to investigate. What an amazing feeling it is to make eye contact with such a wonderful creature.
Best spots for viewing: Byron: Lighthouse / Ballina: Lighthouse Hill, Angels
Beach, Flat Rock, Skennars Head / Lennox: Rocky Point, Pat Morton Lookout
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1st Saturday Brunswick Riverside 7.30am–3pm
1st Sunday Byron Community 8am–3pm Lismore Car Boot 8am–2pm Pottsville Beach from 7.30am
2nd Saturday Bangalow Flea 8am–1pm On Dusk Ballina 4pm-8:30pm Kingscliff Beachside 8am–1pm
2nd Sunday The Channon Craft 9am–3pm Chillingham Community 8am–1pm Coolangatta Beachfront Fair 8 – 2pm
Northern Rivers
M A RK E T S One of the unique joys of the Northern Rivers is the consistent access to a diverse range of local markets. Weekly farmer’s markets which are the highlight of the week for fresh locally grown produce. Buy freshly picked produce that is full of nutrients gleaned from our rich volcanic soils and get back in step with what nature intended. Procure products ranging in variety from tasty fruit and veg to home cured meats, free range organic eggs, baked goods and nutrient packed raw foods, with very
relaxed friendly atmosphere. Indigenous arts and crafts and other beautiful things made by local people using unusual natural materials are joined by unusual jewellery stalls, funky one of a kind clothes and colourful imports from Africa and Asia. And when you need a break you can try some freshly squeezed sugar cane juice or perhaps a steaming cup of chai. The kids can have their faces painted and delight in the original toys, games and fun fairy outfits.
Lennox Head Community 8am – 3pm
3rd Saturday Mullumbimby Community 7.30am–3pm Currumbin Gold Coast Design Collective 9am–2pm Murwillumbah Makers & Finders 9-2pm Salt Village 8am–2pm
Butler St Reserve
3rd Sunday Ballina Market 7 – 1pm Lismore Car Boot 8am–2pm Pottsville Beach from 7.30am Uki Butter Bazaar
4th Saturday Evans Head Riverside Kingscliff Beachside 8am–1pm Kyogle Bazaar 9 – 2pm Tyalgum Village 9am–3pm
4th Sunday Bangalow Village 9am–3pm Casino Riverside Markets 9am–2.30pm Nimbin 9am–2.30pm Murwillumbah Community
5th Sunday Lennox Community 8 - 3pm Nimbin 8am–3pm
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SP ECIA L MARKETS Soul Street Market
Taste, see and “ feel the difference when visiting our local markets ”
TBA New Year’s Eve 4pm-12am
Byron Artisan Beachside Market
F A R ME R S MARKETS Tuesday
New Brighton: 8-11am 0266845390 Lismore Organic Market: Showground 8-11am Newrybar: 4pm-7pm
Wednesday
Newrybar Eats& Produce Market 4-7pm Nimbin: 3-6pm, Caldera Farmers Murwillumbah: 7-11am Murwillumbah: 4pm-7pm
Along main Beach foreshore East of Surf Club 8-3pm Wed 5 Jan, Fri 15th April, Sat July 9, Sat Sept 24
Thursday
Byron Bay: 7-11am Ballina Twilight: 4-8pm Lismore Produce: 2.30 -6pm
Byron Twilight Markets Railway Park Jonson St 4-9pm Saturdays from Oct to April
Friday
For more information: - bigvolcano.com.au/active/markets - echo.net.au
Mullumbimby: 7-11am Tweed Twilight: 2-8pm, 2nd & 4th Friday Evans Head: 3pm-6pm Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 4–9pm
Mullum Farmers Market
Saturday
Blue Knob Café and Gallery: 8.30am – 12pm Bangalow: 8-11am Kingscliff: 8-1pm Kyogle: 8am-12pm Lismore: 8.30-11.30 Casino 8 – 11am Murwillumbah: 9am-2pm Tambourine Mtn: 7am-12pm
Sunday
Ballina 7-11am Tweed Community Markets 7-12pm
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SHOPPING If you are looking to experience unique shopping then Byron and the surrounding towns are the place for you. Our local artisans and crafts people are sure to impress, you will find interesting pieces and unique designs from street vendors and markets to high end boutiques. From locally designed jewellery to eclectic original clothing stores, natural cosmetics alongside surf shops run by local legends, your shopping experience in Byron will be fun, rewarding and enlightening. The main shopping areas are Jonson Street, Lawson and Fletcher Street.
Mr. Vintage
Visit the Arts and Industry Park for hidden treasures, original clothing, art to die for and some of the best coffee around. Just a few minutes’ drive away you will find Bangalow where you can pick up a collection of one off handmade and old ware pieces for your wardrobe, retro clothing, bikes and skateboards and a range of unique homewares. Take a short trip to Mullumbimby and wander the streets between Monday and Saturday and you’ll find traditional pubs, art galleries, quality dining, second-hand and retro shopping, an old-fashioned chocolate shop, organic groceries, and a lively café scene, The Friday farmers markets are a must see with its electric atmosphere it’s a day out in itself. A short drive on the highway to Brunswick Heads for an exciting mix of shops for the young, old and the daring. Fashion, health, surf wear, secondhand surprises, jewellery and shoes. And at the end of the day you can sit and relax at one of the many cafes or throw yourself into the crystal clear waters of the Brunswick River!
Books Crystals Fossils Handmade Fairtrade Organic Seeds
Local creators + makers Steiner Toys Fairies Unicorns AND MORE!
EMPORIUM + CURIOS
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HEALTH & BEAUTY Kiva Spa
If you are in need of some serious R&R Byron is your mecca! Not only is the landscape conducive to relaxation, we are host to some worldclass health & beauty salons for pampering or to help you prepare for any event.
I had my first Hifu with Kirsty just before The Logies in 2019 and was inundated with so many compliments, that it took me by surprise. My skin quality continued to improve over the next few months and so did the positive remarks! I’ve since had another Hifu with Kirsty, and once again, I’m being asked questions, mostly about what my secret is. It’s simple, my secret is Hifu with Kirsty. - Kerry Armstrong 2020
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FOOD
Dining out is part of the culture and lifestyle of Byron and is well known for its special creative flair. Choose your surroundings from stunning beach and ocean vistas, funky, alfresco dining or intimate indoor settings. The Byron area boasts many international cuisines ranging from fine dining in 5 Star restaurants specialising in Seafood; internationally famous Angus beef from Kyogle and Casino (the beef capital of Australia); freshly made pasta creating your favourite Italian dishes; Indonesian and Thai restaurants serving delicious creations and Asian teas, the best tofu burgers in Australia or just good old fashioned fish and chips with views of the beach and live music Friday and Saturday nights. Elements of Byron has a stunning restaurant “Graze”. Savour the moment as you dine in style, overlooking their spectacular, luxurious, heated pool as a backdrop. Certainly one of the must do’s in the region if you are a food lover is the Sample Food Festival held in early September at the Bangalow Showgrounds. Exhibitors from all corners of the region
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come to share their wares, their passion and their knowledge, and is a great experience for the discerning food lover. It is a “must for the culinary calendar”, drawing in the best chefs in Australia for the taste of local cuisine. Our Coffee is also a local passion. From our intrinsically sweet and rich locally grown expresso and whole beans, sun dried or smoothly roasted, rainforest and exotic flavours, delicately blended and served to you in the best cafes by the finest baristas, or grab a take away and enjoy in your favourite place. Beach Hotel offers both local and Australian produce to toss, flip, saute and grill up fresh and flavourful meals with the best view in Byron. Whether you come in for breakfast, afternoon lunch or sunset drinks, you’ll leave knowing you’ve experienced the true Byron vibe; locals style.
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Enjoy St Ali Melbourne Coffee Slinging locally sourced & made eats Everyday 6am - 2pm
75 Jonson St. Byron Bay, NSW
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Fountain on top of the mountain, add us to your food trail.
- Iconic pub - Family friendly - Friendly staff - Outdoor dining - Historic village - Pub food with a twist - Kid friendly - Dog friendly
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RESTAURANTS BYRON BAY Asian Cuisine-
Bang Bang Bombay To Byron Finn Poke Kinoko Sushi Light years Orient Express O-Sushi Red Hot And Green Success Thai Food Taco Joes Warung Bagus Yellow Flower
Modern Australian-
Azure Bar & Grill Barrio Bay Leaf Beach Byron Bay Byron Fresh cafe Combi Folk Byron Bay Forest Byron Bay The Balcony Bar & Oyster Co The Roadhouse Three Blue Ducks at The Farm Treehouse On Belongil
Bistro & Burgers-
Byron Corner Store The Sun Bistro The Park Hotel Main Street Burger Bar Beach Hotel The General Store Byron Bay Deli
Vegan - Vegetarian
No Bones Elixiba Legend Pizza Trattoria Basiloco Earth n Sea Pizza & Pasta
Yullis Sunday Sustainable Bakery Manna Haven Suffolk Park Bakery Cardamom Pod La Cuisine Lotus Cafe (Crystal Castle)
Italian - Mexican Di Vino Il Buco Byron Bay Johnsons Legend Pizza Peppe Pizza Pizza Paradiso The Italian Byron Bay Trattoria Basiloco Chihuahua Miss Margarita Chupacabra
A Little Fancy-
Raes @ Wategos St Elmo Ember Steak House Loft Byron Bay
Cafes-
Love Byron Bay Creperie Piccolo Byron Bay Twisted Sista Café The Corner Store The Rocks at Aquarius The Hideout Byron Bay Novella Fels Kitchen Dip cafe Booth
MeditteraneanBay Kebabs La Cuisine Deli Shop Luscious Cafe St Elmo The Mez Club
Bakeries
Bruns Bakery
Seafood-
Fish Heads Fishmongers Hunky Dory
BALLINA
Honour Espresso & Salumi Bar Hotel Brunswick Jones & Co La Casita Old Maids Lello’s Pasta Bar Sticky Fingers Pizzeria Table View Café Trawlers Bar & Kitchen Yamis Vegetarian
Ballina RSL Summerland House Farm Northern Rivers Seafood The Gallery Cafe Fleurs Restaurant Ché Bon Lighthouse Beach Cafe The Belle General The Boardwalk at Ballina RSL The Cove Mezza @ Point Ballina The Shawsy Wharf Bar and Restaurant Federal Hotel
NORTH BYRON
BANGALOW
ULMARRA
Bang Burger Bar Bangalow Bowling Club Bangalow Dining Room Pantry 29 Red Ginger The Italian Diner
Little Local Café Ulmarra Hotel
BRUNSWICK HEADS Bernardi’s Gelato & Sandwich Bar Bruns Bakery Bruns Bowling Club Pacific Bistro Brunswick Heads Health Foods Brunz Indian Curry & Kebabs Cadeau Bar and Restaurant Far East Chinese Fleet Restaurant Happy Dolphin Café
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Ocean ShoresTavern Yum Yum Tree Café Uncle Toms Pies
BROOMS HEAD Snak Shak Brooms Head Bowls Club
YAMBA Cunjevoi
ILUKA Cluv Iluka Little Local Cafe Peach Farm
TWEED VALLEY WAY The Barn Burringbar Gallery Burringbar District Sports Club Tweed Regional Gallery Cafe Tweed Valley Whey Farm Moo Moo Roadhouse
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BYRON’S DESTINATION FOR GREAT BOOKS At Byron 27 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay NSW 2481 Ph: 02 6685 8183
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At Lennox 2/60 Ballina Street, Lennox Head 2478 NSW Ph: 02 6687 5639
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BYRON ARTS & INDUSTRIAL ESTATE The Arts & Industrial Centre is the creative hub of Byron. It is constantly evolving and is becoming more and more frequented by visitors. Located just outside of Byron it is a melting pot of local brands many of which are globally recognised. On a week day the estate is a hive of activity with the 9-5 ers of Byron predominantly headed to work here. The Industrial Centre is more a creative outlet than a commercial estate and is a fine portrayal of Byron and what it has to offer on a global scale.
EAT STONE AND WOOD’S BYRON BAY BREWERY is the beating heart and origin of this local company, savoured across Australia and beyond. Book a tour of the brewery in advance to hear the success
story behind the beer and see how the beer is made. End the tour
with a beer tasting that’s sure to leave you with a broad smile. Tours run at various times every day but Tuesday, so visit the website to book your place. You can also purchase products and merchandise at the Cellar Door.
Stone & Wood
www.stoneandwood.com.au @stoneandwood BARE BLENDS SMOOTHIES serve the most delicious and nutritious
smoothies using only the highest quality organic and local ingredients.
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Byron School of Clay
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BYRON SCHOOL OF CLAY is a pottery education
centre run by local artists. We run regular wheel throwing workshops & private classes – make beautiful, sustainable ceramics in our sunny studio. www.bsoc.com.au
LOVE
TIGMI TRADING - Meaning ’my home’ in the Berber
dialect, Tigmi Trading sources and curates timeless, artisan made rugs, textiles, objects, lighting and art
from the Atlas Mountains in Morocco to the Black Sea and far flung places in between. tigmitrading.com
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BYRON BAY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE MILLIONS of pieces of clothing are produced everyday. If you take sustainability seriously be responsible. Get Vintage
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VISIT HABITAT
Embodying the Byron Bay lifestyle and everything it represents, HABITAT is a fluid, all-encompassing destination just 5-minutes from the beach and a 10-minute cycle to town. It was designed for a creative and passionate community, who value the good life as much as getting things done. Byron’s first self-sustained village - where you can live, work and play all in one spot. We’ve eliminated the work commute; our residents can swim their morning laps, grab a coffee and walk to work, all without leaving the precinct. The village precinct of Habitat represents the “new” luxury. With so many of us looking to disconnect from the online world and reconnect with like-minded people in an inspiring environment, Habitat offers the area’s best lifestyle experiences including the renowned Barrio Eatery & Bar, Bende barre and yoga studio, and a number of health and wellness, fashion and homewares stores showcasing local and design-led brands. Our curated collection of boutique stores includes some of Byron’s leading fashion, beauty, kidswear, menswear & homewares labels. Find the likes of The Habitat Collective, Nice Martin, Shack Palace Rituals, Department of Simple Things, One Teaspoon, Children of The Tribe, The Beach People, Annukka, Prae, Tigmi Trading,Florian Beck & Beautiflora just to mention a few.
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WEDDINGS Byron Bay is one of the most popular wedding destinations in Australia It is such a joy to have your wedding in Byron, this is THE place, as there is a creative freedom that is liberating from the confines of the ordinary that allows for the extra-ordinary, as only Byron can. A stunning ocean back drop can make your beautiful day as glorious as a Byron sunset.
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A memory to cherish forever. For the couple whose dream is a tropical beach ceremony, there are seven gorgeous beaches which range from small secluded coves to long open beaches, some with venues that overlook iconic beaches as dolphins and whales frolic in the warm waters here. The coast and surrounding countryside is home to many magical places to have your special day. From stunning resort style venues with that special something extra, such as the Angourie Resort, or the central location of the Club Byron Wedding Venue, it’s easy to see why Byron and the Northern Rivers is one of the most popular wedding destinations in Australia by far, we have it all.
OUR TOP WEDDING PICKS
LOCATION - Byron View Farm
Byron View Farm
Undeniably one of Australia’s most luxe wedding venues and as the name suggests, expresses phenomenal views. Perched on the highest point of a secluded hilltop, a wedding at Byron View Farm invites you to almost 360 degree uninterrupted views across the hinterland and ocean stretch. Choose from numerous locations for your ceremony to take place, each offering a different perspective and equally stunning backdrop. Byron View Farm’s iconic setting and architectural simplicity compliments any style preference.
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THE ARTS A drive through Byron’s hinterland offers delightful surprises to the art lover. It is refreshing to find so much that is new and inspiring in the high standard of work created by local artisans from Byron, many of whom have gone on to national and international recognition. Artists find much to inspire and motivate them in the diverse nature of the area, and the broad span of creativity this produces is evident in the handcrafted products available.
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There is so much to see, discover artists in their studios, from glassblowers, master furniture craftsmen and wood turners, potters, photographers, painters, jewellers who work with a vast array of materials. Artists, showcase their creations, either in town, or follow the Arts trail through the Byron Arts and Industry Estate. A drive through Byron’s hinterland offers delightful surprises to the art and nature lover, with charming art galleries, antiques and collectables and coffee shops nestled amongst the villages. A journey on the Second Hand & Collectables Trail will take you through rainforest and mountains, over sparkling rivers and along beautiful coastlines. Pick up your brochure from the Brunswick Heads Visitors Centre, Park St, Brunswick Heads.
Experience the extraordinary re-creation of Margaret Olley’s home studio, complemented by a dynamic program of changing exhibitions and views to Wollumbin/Mount Warning. Image: David Sandison
Free admission | Gallery open Wednesday – Sunday 02. 6670 2790 | 2 Mistral Road, South Murwillumbah NSW www.artgallery.tweed.nsw.gov.au | tweedregionalgallery
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS JANUARY First Sun New Years Day Byron Bay www.byroncentre.com.au
Tuff Nutterz Fun for Kids
MARCH
Let’s Go Gold Coast Caravan & Byron Ocean Swim Classic Outdoor Expo Byron Bay
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Tweed www.big4.com.au
Byron Bay www.tuffnutterz.com/our-events
Samson Fitness Challenge
Starlight Festival
Tweed Artisan Food Weekend
Bangalow www.starlightfestival.com.au
Lismore
Tweed www.visitnsw.com
Good Evans Art Studio- Paint Lismore Eat the Street and Sip Class Lismore
www.eatthestreetlismore.com.au Evans Head discoverrichmondvalley.com.au/ event/ Kyogle Spectacular - Bull Ride Kyogle www.nationalrodeoassociation.com.au Brunswick Heads Woodchop Brunswick
Bangalow Film Festival
Bangalow bangalowfilmfestival.com.au/
Lismore Star Court Theatre Lismore
Evans Head Drive In Airshow Evans Head www.evansheadairshow.com.au
Kingscliff Triathalon Kingscliff www.kingsclifftri.com.au
Murwillumbah Regent Theatre
APRIL
Murwillumbah
Summer Racing Carnival Ballina ballinajockeyclub.com.au
Maclean Agricultural Show Maclean agshowsnsw.org.au
Ballina Prawn Festival Ballina
FEBRUARY V-DAY One Billion Rising Byron Bay www.onebillionrising.org.au
Byron Bay Surf Festival
Byron Bay www.byronbaysurffestival.com.au
Our Kids Day Out/Samson Fitness Challenge Lismore www.ourkids.org.au
Grafton Agricultural Show Grafton agshowsnsw.org.au
Byron Bay Tri
Byron Bay www.byronbaytri.com
Casino Primex
Casino www.primex.net.au
Mullum To Bruns Paddle
Mullumbimby @mullum2brunspaddle.com.au
Murwillumbar Arts Trail Mullumbimby murwillumbarartstrail.com.au
Eat the Street
Lismore eatthestreetlismore.com.au
JUNE
Ballina Rotary Great Duck Race Byron Bluesfest Ballina
MAY
Byron Bay www.bluesfest.com.au
TBA Boomerang Festival
Byron Bay www.boomerangfestival.com.au/
Maclean Highland Gathering
Maclean macleanhighlandgathering.com.au
Anzac Day
Visitor Information Centres
Nimbin Mardigrass
Nimbin www.nimbinmardigrass.com
Byron Coastal Charity Walk Byron Bay Rescuehelicopter.com.au/events
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Brunswick Heads Old ‘n’ Gold Brunswick www.brunswickheads.org.au
Lismore Lantern Parade Lismore www.lanternparade.com
Evans Head ‘Beef Meets Reef’ Evans Head www.evans-head.com.au
TBA Byron Bay Wedding Fair Byron Bay www.byronbayweddingfair.com.au
TBA Festival of the Stone Byron Bay
Byron Music Festival
Byron Bay www.byronmusic festival.com
JULY Crankfest Youth Festival
Evans Head www.experienceevanshead.com
Nimbin Agricultural Show
Byron Latin Fiesta
Sample Food Festival
Coastal Country Music Festival
Nimbin www.agshowsnsw.org.au
Bangalow @samplefoodevents.com
TBA Lennox Head Ozgrom Surf Bangalow Billycart Derby Festival
Byron Bay www.byronlatinfiesta.com.au Ballina www.ballinacountrymusic.com
Murwillumbah Show
Lennox Head skullcandyozgromopen.com.au
Bangalow bangalowbillycart.com.au
TBA Outdoor Leisure Show
Tyalgum Music Festival
Mullumbimby Agricultural Show
Back To Brunswick Hot Rod Event
Peach Picking Season Starts
Fair Go Skatefest
www.outdoorleisureshow.com.au
Brunswick Heads www.brunswickheads.org.au
Splendour in the Grass
Byron Bay www.splendourinthegrass.com
AUGUST Byron Bay Writers Festival Byron Bay byronbaywritersfestival.com.au
Bangalow Music Festival Bangalow @bangalowmusicfestival
Ocean Shores Art Expo Ocean Shores osartexpo.com
Tyalgum www.tyalgumfestival.com.au Iluka www.thepeachfarm.com.au
Murwillumbah agshowsnsw.org.au
Mullumbimby www.agshowsnsw.org.au Ballina truckstopsk8.com.au
Bangalow Agricultural Show
OCTOBER Kyogle Ag Show Kyogle agshowsnsw.org.au
Casino Agricultural Show Casino agshowsnsw.org.au
Byron Lighthouse Run
Byron Bay byronbaylighthouserun.com.au
Byron Bay Film Festival Byron Bay www.bbff.com.au
North Coast National Show Hooked On Evans - 3 day event Lismore
Bangalow agshowsnsw.org.au
Mullumbimby Music Festival Mullumbimby www.mullummusicfestival.com
Artisan Food Weekend Show Tweed
DECEMBER Xmas Street Party Tree Light Up Casino discoverrichmondvalley.com.au/event
Twilight Xmas Market
Evans Head experienceevanshead.com/events
www.northcoastnational.com.au
Brunswick Heads www.brunswickheads.org.au
Byron 2 Brunswick Beach Run
Alstonville Agricultural Show Alstonville www.agshowsnsw.org.au
Christmas Carols and Parade
Byron Bay www.byron2brunsbeachrun.com
SEPTEMBER Fruitopia Fair Family Fun
Lismore www.tropicalfruits.org.au/events
NOVEMBER Melbourne Cup Celebrations Most Hotels, Clubs or Restaurants
Ballina Country Music Festival
Evans Head discoverrichmondvalley.com.au/event
McGregor’s Family Carnival Brunswick Heads
Christmas Carols and Parade
Evans Head discoverrichmondvalley.com.au/event
Ballina @ballinacountrymusicfest
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BRUNSWICK HEADS EVENTS - McGregor Family Carnival - Festival of Fish & Chips - Woodchop Fireworks - Mullum 2 Bruns Paddle - Old ‘n’ Gold Festival - Bruns Hot Rod Event - Byron to Bruns Run
MARKETS - 1ST Saturday: 7:30am - 3pm - December: Twilight Market
A DAY IN BRUNSWICK EAT LUXE
Sol & Sea
Unspoiled by development, timber bridges link the colourful village to a safe, gentle river beach and the spectacular surf beach that spans the coastline all the way to Byron Bay – just 10km south. Come and enjoy the village atmosphere with no large scale resorts or high rise apartments instead hosting a wide range of family friendly accommodation including over 60 boutique holiday rentals, three caravan parks along the river and a number of motels. You don’t have to leave your furry friend at home either with pet friendly places to stay, eat and walk. This is foodie heaven! You’re spoiled for choice with 25 eateries, from hip cafes to award-winning restaurants, all serving inspired food and the freshest local produce. Enjoy a sun downer and live music at one of Australia’s best beer gardens at the iconic Hotel Brunswick. After 30 years the curtain is lifted on the Brunswick Picture House with family friendly movies and a monthly ‘cheeky cabaret’ for parents and grandparents to enjoy. Amongst the natural beauty of the beaches and river there is a unique shopping experience to be had with an eclectic range of boutiques, second hand fare, and one of the shire’s famous river front markets every first Saturday of the month. A truly ‘all round’ holiday experience reminiscent of the simple family holidays we used to enjoy with a bit extra thrown in. The Brunswick Heads Fairy Trail is a delight for children and adults alike. Fairies love to holiday in Bruns too. Follow the clues, available from the Visitor Centre, to find more than 20 unique fairy houses hidden around town. Another favourite with the kids is Torakina Beach. Shady nooks make swimming in the gentle and protected waters of Torakina, inside the river mouth feel like a tropical haven as you enjoy the vibrant colours of the river. Located only 15 minutes north of Byron Bay and thirty minutes from the Gold Coast and Ballina Airports, Brunswick Heads simply has something for everyone!
- FLEET - “Fleet is one of the most enchanting regional restaurants to have opened in Australia in recent years. Owners Astrid McCormack and Josh Lewis last worked together at the trail-blazing, two-hatted Loam restaurant in Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula where she was co-owner and he was sous chef to Aaron Turner.- goodfood.com.au The ever-changing menu is made up of a series of smaller dishes, each with a focus on a few primary ingredients. As a guest you have the option to pick and choose from the items listed. Alternatively we offer a relaxed, shared based degustation style menu. The price is $100 per head and consists of eight (8) different dishes. Fleet also operates the mexican “La Casita” and “Ethel Foodstore”. You will need to book in advance to secure a table at Fleet. - www. fleet-restaurant.com.au @fleetrestaurant
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- BRUNSWICK BUCCANEERS - Boat hire. Tinnies, canoes, stand up boards, kayaks and other recreational watercraft (including 8 and 9 berth BBQ pontoon boats) can be hired from the pirate boat (Brunswick Buccaneers) moored opposite to the Brunswick Hotel and also at the Boatharbour.
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BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE The Brunswick Picture House is your place for live entertainment! In just 5 years, the Brunswick Picture House has cemented itself as the home of the best comedy, cabaret, circus, live music and all-ages shows in the region all year round. The diverse, eclectic program has placed this little showbiz gem at the centre of local community life. With its smash hit signature show, Cheeky Cabaret, the Picture House attracts some of the best international and touring artists around, and is increasingly used as a unique space for private events and film shoots.
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MULLUMBIMBY The biggest little town in Australia is sure to be inspirational as soon as you drive in to the view of Mt. Chincogan MARKETS
3rd Saturday: Mullumbimby Community 7.30am–3pm Fridays: Mullumbimby Farmers Market 7am-11am
A DAY IN MULLUM EAT - THE PADDOCK PROJECT- is an organic market garden, coffee van and roadside shop at 64 Argyle Street, the main road into Mullumbimby. The shop, cafe and garden are open to the public from 7am to 3pm, Monday to Saturday. A wide range of fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers and other garden produce is sold at the Paddock Shop and also to other local cafes and businesses. The Paddock Kiosk offers fine coffee, cool drinks, freshly baked cookies and light takeaway snacks. All garden produce is grown using organic and Syntropic farming principals. Syntropic farming reproduces the interdependent and symbiotic relationships of plants so they can grow together in abundance as they do within a rainforest system. contact Karen Gross: paddockworkready@gmail.com / paddockproject.com Melissa Butters Photography
Mullumbimby is an Australian town in Byron Shire in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. It promotes itself as “The Biggest Little Town in Australia”. The town lies at the foot of Mount Chincogan in the Brunswick Valley about 9 kilometres (5.5 miles) by road from the coast. At the 2016 census, Mullumbimby and the surrounding area had a population of 3,596 people. Locals refer to the town as “Mullum”. The name “Mullumbimby”, meaning “small round hill”, was given to the district by Aboriginal people. The name is derived from the Bundjalung-Yugambeh dialect mulubinba (possibly also pertaining to a native fern which grew in the vicinity).Mullumbimby is a centre of alternative or counter culture in the Byron Shire. A day out in Mullum is definitely part of the Byron experience.
- SPICE IT UP THAI - Brings you all the flavour, colour and excitement of Thailand. You’ll discover food prepared with love which will inspire and delight, with friendly service for a memorable dining experience. Where possible, we use locally sourced ingredients, some even come from our own garden. spiceitupthai.com.au
PATISSERIE - SCRATCH PATISSERIE - A desire to bake traditionally using organic and local produce, led Greg and Angie to start the patisserie in 2010. Over the years, the business has grown from it’s beginnings providing market shoppers with fresh pastries at the Byron and Mullumbimby Farmers Markets, and wholesale pastries around the Byron Shire, to include a shop in Mullumbimby selling their range of specialty cakes, tarts and pastries. www.scratchpatisserie.com.au @scratchpatisserie THE CHINNY CHARGE -
This is a once a year event, and an opportunity to both get a little fitness in, as well as see the views from the top of Mt Chincogan. Food supplied on the day by Mullumbimby Public School at affordable prices. Family friendly fun and entertainment, including food and drinks. Dust off your running shoes and get ready for a great day out. This event is generally held in September.
SHOP - MULLUMBIMBY HERBALS - The essence of Mullumbimby. They
stock an extensive range of high grade organic herbal and naturopathic medicines. To ensure the optimum strength of their herbal preparations, they source the fresh herbs from dedicated local organic growers and manufacture most of their own tinctures using traditional and time tested techniques as well as incorporating the latest and most effective extraction techniques. www.mullumherbals.com.au @mullumherbals
EXPLORE - MULLUMBIMBY FARMERS MARKET- every Friday morning 7am-11am, is where you’ll see Mullum at its colourful best. Since its opening in 2010, the market has become the gathering spot for Mullumbimby’s vibrant community, re-inventing the age old tradition of a community market meeting place. VISIT - CRYSTAL CASTLE - A short scenic journey into Byron Bay’s hinterland lies a magical sanctuary. Stand between two of the tallest crystals on earth. Sit in an ancient amethyst cave. Wander through the tranquil Shambhala Gardens and rainforest. Indulge in a delicious lunch and homemade desserts. Come early and enjoy the day! www. crystalcastle.com.au 53
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OCEAN SHORES & NEW BRIGHTON
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STUNNING COASTLINE & MOUNTAIN VIEWS FROM THE LOOKOUT, AND CRACKING SURF BEACHES. Surf beaches, shopping, close proximity to major festival sites and the awe inspiring hinterland. With its amphitheatre formation Ocean Shores boasts the most spectacular ocean views of any town along the coast. There are holiday cottages available for the whole family to enjoy the area in a relaxed and friendly way. The Local New Brighton Farmers’ Market opens every Tuesday morning from 8am to 11am bringing farm fresh produce to local residents and visitors. It’s relaxed, fun, and all about quality of life and the environment with produce mainly organically farmed, needing only to be transported a short distance thus reducing transport costs and the carbon footprint.
A DAY IN OCEAN SHORES EXPLORE
EAT
Enjoy a meal at Ocean Shores Tavern - “Where the locals go for beers, burgers, friends and frivolity. Alternatively head to Yum Yum Tree Cafe in New Brighton boasting modern Australian cuisine and is vegetarian Friendly and has vegan and gluten-free options
SHOP
The Ocean Village Shopping Centre is a central meeting place and caters for all visitor needs. A Coles supermarket, bakery and widely renowned local butcher. Real Estate agents are available for your holiday rental needs, along with a medical centre, solicitor, café and a gift shops. Just across the car park is the newly renovated Ocean Shores Tavern boasting a kids play area, live music, raffles & trivia nights.
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Swim in the river or walk on the beach. New Brighton Beach is an amazing vast beach which spreads to the Brunswick heads North Wall, giving you the opportunity to swim in the river or walk on the beach. The dunes are shaded with casuarina trees and can provide an escape from the wind and strong sun.
Play golf at the Country Club with ocean and hinterland views. Thai restaurant, entertainment and live sports, function rooms, swimming pool and courtesy buses. They cater for events also!
Community
Coffee
Food
YUM YUM TREE CAFE New Brighton Open 7 days / Coffee 6:30-3 / Food 7-2 / Wood fired pizza every Thursday, Friday & Saturday 5-9pm starting 2/1/20
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Tuesdays: New Brighton Farmers Market: 8-11am / 02 6684 5390
DID YOU KNOW?
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE
7 Park Street. Brunswick Heads NSW www.brunswickheads.org.au
Ocean Shores was originally a land holding owned by Wendell West of Washington with backing from American singer Pat Boone, and was named after Boone’s residence in Ocean Shores, Washington.
Byron Shires’ best sports bar! TA B, U F C , K e n o a n d a l l l i v e s p o r t s a c t i o n . H u g e k i d s p l a y g r o u n d , Lu n c h a n d d i n n e r 7 d a y s Po o l c o m p s, k a r a o k e, & j a m s e s s i o n s. Co f fe e, c o c k t a i l s, & c r a c k i n g f u n c t i o n s p a c e s t o o !
Come party with team tav! www.oceanshorestavern.com.au Opposite Ocean Shores Shopping Centre
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ALSTONVILLE Alstonville is a charming village set amongst the fertile, green rolling hills on the plateau West of Ballina DID YOU KNOW? By 1883 Alstonville boasted 2 pubs, 6 stores, 2 black-smiths, 9 sugar mills, and 4 saw mills.
Alstonville Cellars Summerland Farm
Alstonville is known for their rich volcanic soil perfect for growing avocados, macadamia nuts, tropical fruits and coffee. The historic buildings have all the charm of yesteryear, housing a number of art and antique galleries, an historical museum and places to relax and enjoy the locally grown coffee. Originally known as Duck Creek Mountain, the village of Alstonville is central to many farms, orchards and nurseries and is famous for its Tibouchina trees which line the streets and add a vibrant green and mauve colour throughout the village when flowering.
has a fine selection of regional and foreign wines including organic and preservative free wines. We also stock gluten free beer. Located on the roundabout at The Plaza in Alstonville. Phone 02 66 280 965 Email alstcellars@gmail.com
Affectionately known to locals as ‘The Fed’, Alstonville’s iconic Federal Hotel has welcomed locals and tourists alike for more than 100 years. Fountain on top of the mountain, add us to your food trail. - Iconic pub - Family friendly - Friendly staff - Outdoor dining
- Historic village - Pub food with a twist - Kid friendly - Dog friendly @federalhotelalstonville
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Shop 4, 2 Byron Street, Bangalow
Bangalow’s best eats, drinks & bowling. Since 1910 From local families, friends and workers catching up, to feeding and watering our many thousands of visitors every year… Bangalow Bowlo has been part of the Byron area’s beating heart since 1910.
You won't find a warmer welcome.
Big balcony / Huge patio / Fab food / Kid heaven / Live sport / Great tunes bangalowbowlo.com.au / 02 6687 2741 / 21 Byron Bay Road Bangalow 2479 Bangalow Annual Bill Cart Derby Fall in love with Bangalow, a village where you can experience a sense of community, sample fine food, appreciate art and history and discover special finds in fashion and homewares. Nestled in the valley of the Byron hinterland, this charming town offers a balmy climate combined with unlimited opportunities to shop, play, taste and stay in sophisticated yet friendly surrounds. Unwind, indulge your senses or simply enjoy a menu of natural attractions. The village is an ideal base for holiday makers because not only is it the gateway to both the stunning hinterland the sparkling north coast but it offers plenty of eating out and shopping opportunities. At the same time, there is always the chance to escape to a quiet, green space.
DID YOU KNOW? Timber cutters established a camp on the banks of Byron Creek in the 1840s but it was not until the 1880s that a town appeared on the site. The town was known as Bangaloe until 1907, when the modern spelling came into use.
MARKETS - Saturdays: Farmers Market 8-11am - 4TH Sunday: Village Market 9am–3pm Bangalow Billycart Derby
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BALLINA Ballina is located about a 30 minute drive south of Byron Bay. The Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is located here and regular jet services are provided to Sydney and Melbourne. The Ballina area was first home to the wider Bundjalung Nation and was a meeting place for the Bundjalung people. The Bundjalung people in the area were treated to a smorgasbord of seafood and bush tucker. The remnants of elaborate fish traps still exist on North Creek. These traps consisted of rock walls surrounding small pools, fish would become trapped as the tide began to ebb. The beaches of Ballina are magnificent surfing beaches. Lighthouse beach and Shelley Beach are easily accessed. Entry to South Ballina beach is accessed via the car ferry and offers outstanding surfing and beach fishing with 4WD access. Ballina’s etymology is not entirely certain. One view holds that it is a corruption of a clan name for the Bullina band of the Arakwal. It has been argued that in this tribe’s Bundjalung language, bullinah meant “place of many oysters”. This theory argues that the Aboriginal name reminded the predominantly Irish settlers of “Ballina”, so the name’s origin could be an
accidental or deliberate corruption of the Aboriginal form. Another view is that town’s name comes from the Irish place name Ballina (Béal an Átha, “mouth of the ford”), which is found in several parts of Ireland.
A DAY IN BALLINA PLAY - BALLINA POOL & WATERSLIDE - Ballina Swimming Pool & Water Slide is located in the Ballina CBD next to the Richmond River. The pools can be used for swimming lessons, children’s play, lap swimming and rehabilitation. EAT & DRINK - BALLINA RSL - Ballina RSL Club offers uninterrupted views of the majestic Richmond River and is proudly recognised as the premier family and community club in the Northern Rivers. Our stunning contemporary interiors are stylish and chic yet inviting, relaxing and comfortable. We offer an air-conditioned kids club, live music, two floors of beverage and café outlets, a modern bistro, 5 function spaces and endless member offers and competitions.
BALLINA VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE
• Accommodation and tour bookings • Itinerary planning • Souvenirs • Local giftware and regional produce • Personalised friendly customer service • Local secrets!
Right on the river
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Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm Sundays and public holidays 10am - 2pm
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Entertainment & more
02 6681 9500 1 Grant Street, Ballina www.ballinarsl.com.au
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BALLINA’S BIG PRAWN
MARKETS
Ballina is home to the world’s largest prawn (made of concrete and fibreglass). On 24 September 2009, Ballina Shire Council voted to allow the demolition of the Big Prawn, but this permission was never acted upon. Bunnings Warehouse purchased the site and refurbished the Prawn as part of the redevelopment. The Prawn now sits on a stand next to the entrance of the Bunnings warehouse car park. Ballina’s Big Prawn is another of Australia’s iconic big things. Built in 1989, the Big Prawn has undergone a makeover and was reopened in July 2013. It now has a tail!
- 3RD Sunday Community - Farmers Market - Sundays 6am - 11am - December Twilight Market
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VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 6 River Street, Ballina NSW 2478 www.discoverballina.com.au
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LISMORE & NIMBIN
Minyon Falls
Melissa Findley SHOP - LISMORE CAR BOOT SALE -Over 220 stalls at Lismore Square, 1st & 3rd Sundays each month (except 3rd Sun.in Dec). Stalls are set up by 7.30am and start packing up around 2pm.
MARKETS - Lismore Organic Market - Tuesdays - Lismore Produce Market - Thursdays - Lismore Farmers Market - Saturdays - 1ST Sunday Lismore Car Boot 8am-2pm - 4TH Sunday Nimbin 9am-2.30pm - Nimbin Farmers - Wednesdays - 5TH Sunday Nimbin 9am-3pm
EXPLORE - MINYON FALLS - The Minyon Falls is a plunge waterfall on the Repentance Creek in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. The waterfall descends more than 100 metres (330 ft) over the huge rhyolite cliffs which were once part of the Tweed Volcano. The water flow eroded the underlying basalt away to create the waterfall. The National Parks and Wildlife Service manages the area as part of the Nightcap National Park, and provides facilities for visitors, including a 50m boardwalk to the lookout which is wheelchair accessible, several picnic tables and barbecue facilities at the top of the falls. The National Parks and Wildlife Service do not permit camping in the Minyon Falls area, but a camping ground is provided 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) west of the falls at Rummery Park.
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE - Lismore: 207 Molesworth St, Lismore NSW 2480 @ visitlismore - Nimbin: Nimbin Bush Theatre, 2 Blue Knob Rd, Nimbin @visitnimbin
Nimbin is notable for the prominence of its environmental initiatives such as permaculture, sustainability, and self-sufficiency, as well as the cannabis counterculture. Writer Austin Pick described his initial impressions of the village this way: “It is as if a smoky avenue of Amsterdam has been placed in the middle of the mountains behind frontier-style building facades. ... Nimbin is a strange place indeed.” This internationally famous village is vibrant and colourful with its unique streetscape of indigenous, rainforest and waterfall murals. Drive through the lush, green hills of the hinterland, and discover macadamia, fruit and coffee plantations, pristine waterfalls in majestic rainforests, friendly country pubs, cafes and postcard-perfect villages.
Lismore is nestled on the banks of the Wilsons River between the rainforest and the sea. The population in the Lismore urban centre was 27,569 in 2016. The city of Lismore lies in the Bundjalung people’s nation area. It has been suggested that the Aboriginal people called the area Tuckurimbah meaning “glutton.” Explore Lismore’s heritage buildings, arcades and unique shopping experiences, including colourful weekly markets. Check out the funky cafes, bars and restaurants where you’ll savour the tastes of the Northern Rivers. The laidback lifestyle, idyllic climate, and spectacular natural beauty of the region, attract and inspire many creative souls. Don’t miss a visit to one of many studios and galleries including the EXPLORE - NIMBIN ROCKS - Visit the amazing Nimbin Rocks. Stoney Shute Road & Nimbin Road, Nimbin, New South Wales. Lismore Regional Gallery.
A DAY IN NIMBIN
A DAY IN LISMORE EAT - FLOCK -Flock opened in 2013 as a small hole-in-the-wall coffee shop with an intimate team of 8. After the devastating Lismore floods in 2016, a result of cyclone Debbie, Flock - with the support of the incredible community - re-opened and upgraded. They now boast a successful restaurant with over 40 plus team members. With a worldclass kitchen crew, it hosts thousands of patrons who flock to taste the amazing array of homemade food and beverages weekly.
SHOP - THE NIMBIN HEMP EMBASSY - The Nimbin Hemp Embassy is a non-profit association incorporated under the name Nimbin Hemp and established in 1992. The Embassy’s objectives are cannabis law reform through educating the community about hemp products and cannabis, and promoting a more tolerant and compassionate attitude to people in general. They aim to support local hemp products, arts and crafts people by providing a retail outlet for local clothing designers, artists, candle makers, soap makers, potters and woodworkers. The Embassy Shop also provides cannabis information and education. The Embassy does not sell any drugs. They are drug law reform advocates.
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TWEED VALLEY WAY
Destination NSW Take some time out and explore the Tweed/Byron hinterland. Heading north from Byron Bay, take the Tweed Valley Way, Murwillumbah exit from the M1, tourist route 40. Enjoy a meandering country drive to Burringbar located just 20 minutes north of Byron Bay. Turn into the Burringbar Village and you will discover an old fashioned main street with shady Masterson Park on one side with plenty of free parking, 3 prominent War Memorials and clean, well maintained public DID YOU KNOW? amenities as well as a public BBQ and picnic facilities. You can get your supplies from the local shops across the road if you decide to picnic or Mount Warning is the central volcanic remnant of an choose one of our cafés. ancient shield volcano, the Tweed Volcano, which would have been about 1,900 m (6,200 ft) above sea level or just under twice the height of the current mountain. This volcano erupted around 23 million years ago. As EAT - First stop driving north is Mooball, with the iconic Moo Moo the mountain’s central vent cooled, it shrank, forming a Roadhouse Café. Check out the display of mad bikes, hot-rods and depression at the top that has greatly eroded. memorabilia in the gift shop, fuel, and home cooked or takeaway food. Or visit Hotel Victory which is the Mooball watering hole for locals, with great seafood pub meals, ice cold beer and upstairs accommodation VISITOR INFORMATION with BBQ facilities. Come and support our local artists at Hotel Victory CENTRE Moobal on Live Music Sundays on the deck by the pool.
World heritage rainforests, dramatic mountain ranges, fertile green fields, uncrowded beaches
A DAY IN THE TWEED
- Murwillumbah: 271 Tweed Valley Way, South Murwillumbah NSW 2484 / 02 6672 1340 - Tweed Heads: Cnr Bay and Wharf Streets Tweed Heads NSW 2485 / 1800 674 414 - Kingscliff: Marine Parade Kingscliff NSW 2487 02 6674 8064
MARKETS
EXPERIENCE - Tweed Valley Whey Farm House Cheeses offering
a wide variety of lovingly created in-house cheeses. The Burringbar Roadhouse Gallery on the Tweed Valley Way has a huge selection of antiques and collectables. It is worth a stopover to check out the new arrivals and have a great coffee, and chat to the friendly locals.
SHOP - Burringbar has a variety of village shops including: Heath’s Old Wares & Collectables, a quaint post office, and a mix of village stores for your supplies and refreshments.
- 3RD Saturday: Murwillumbah Makers & Finders 9-3pm EXPLORE - Take the M1 heading towards Murwillumbah, through - 4TH Sunday: Murwillumbah Community Market the main street to west Murwillumbah. Follow the signs to ‘Crystal Creek’ - Wednesdays: Farmers Market 7am-11am, Murwillumbah & ‘Chillingham’ for a wonderful cafe and nursery at Crystal Creek Estate.
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Fuel up, grab a bite to eat & have some awesome coffee Check out the great motorcycles, memorabilia and antiques that are on display. Free WiFi 5875 Tweed Valley Way, Mooball, NSW 2483 02 6677 0057
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BURRINGBAR
Visit the Tweed
Burringbar is an Aboriginal word meaning “place of the Burring”. (A Burring or Burrong is a non-returning fighting boomerang).
BURRINGBAR: Gateway to the Tweed Start exploring the Tweed/ Byron Hinterland, by taking the Tweed Valley Way Murwillumbah exit from the M1, tourist route 40 and enjoy a meandering country drive to Burringbar, turn off Tweed Valley Way into the Burringbar Village. Burringbar is an Aboriginal word meaning “place of the Burring”. (A Burring or Burrong is a non-returning fighting boomerang). Masterson Park is home to the village landmark Burring, and will form part of the Murwillumbah to Casino Railtrail, currently under construction. Burringbar has an old fashioned main street with a shady park, plenty of free parking and clean, well maintained public amenities including a public bar-b-que and picnic facilities. You can get your supplies from the local shops or choose one of our cafés.
Antiques, Collectables, Local Art & Coffee Ph 0408 998 446 6184 Tweed Valley Way, Burringbar @burringbargallery
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Burringbar has a variety of village shops including Heath’s Old Wares & Collectables and The Burringbar Gallery two very different antique and collectable shops with both with an eclectic array of treasures and curios. The Barn Burringbar is a wellstocked general store catering for all your grocery, liquor and coffee needs specialising in local and artisan produce. Enjoy a cold beer at the Burringbar Sports and Recreational Club. Burringbar is also home to the award winning Tweed Valley Whey Farmhouse Cheeses with their open air dining options you can enjoy a beverage whilst indulging in traditional farmhouse style cooking, gourmet cheese and salami platters finished with housemade gelato whilst overlooking the lush green pastures of the Burringbar Valley and the happily grazing, contented cows.
BURRINGBAR
Sports Club
OPEN TUESDAY - SUNDAY DINNER l REFRESHMENTS l FUNCTIONS P (02) 6677 1188 A FOURTH AVENUE BURRINGBAR E burringbarsports@bigpond.com
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EVANS HEAD & WOODBURN
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Evans Head is a peaceful coastal village surrounded by National Parks and beautiful sandy beaches great summer holiday with a difference, and you too can have your own flying experience by visiting the renowned Memorial Aerodrome.
Woodburn is a popular little stopover for weary travellers, 43 km south of Ballina via the old Pacific Highway. A perfect spot to have a break, grab a hearty meal from one of the welcoming cafes and stroll across the road to the family friendly park right on the banks of the majestic Richmond River.
A DAY IN EVANS HEAD
Or, spoil yourself and stay longer, as just ten minutes away is Evans Head the “Jewel in the Crown of the Richmond Valley”. Situated on the North Coast of New South Wales about 700km north of Sydney and 180 km south of Brisbane, the beautiful village boasts long, sweeping stretches of clean beaches and river estuaries. Evans Head is a peaceful coastal fishing village surrounded by National Parks and beautiful sandy beaches renowned for great surfing. Take the chance to refresh and re-energise yourself at the newly renovated Evans Head Bowls and Holiday Cabins, a great place to stay.
EAT - EVANS HEAD FISHERMENS CO-OP - Nostalgic Evans
Head Fishermens Co-op located on the beautiful Evans Head River is serviced by a fleet of professional fishermen supplying fresh seafood such as prawns, crabs and a large variety of fish to the public. Features an amazing hot fish and chip shop open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner with tables and chairs on the wharf to watch the boating activity and the incredible sunsets whilst dining. Boat mooring facilities are available with access to the Evans Head River and Ocean.
EXPLORE - EVANS HEAD AVIATION MUSEUM - The mission
The Bundjalung National Park surrounds the town, it offers scenic walks and the chance to spot some local wildlife. Appreciate the whole area by driving from the centre of town across the bridge, past the boat harbour, take the ocean drive and enjoy spectacular views from Razorback Lookout which is also ideal for whale watching.
of the Evans Head Memorial Aerodrome Heritage Aviation Association ( the “Association”) is to restore, preserve, promote and display a range of historical aviation exhibits and to educate and stimulate the interest of the general public in general aviation, in our military history and in the natural and cultural history of the area. We will do this through our high standards of professionally displayed exhibits, our active community engagement, the commitment and expertise of our members and staff and our sincere, enthusiastic and professional promotion of our exhibits and activities.
In amongst all of the natural beauty, Evans Head hosts a unique Australian aviation event ‘The Great Eastern Fly In’. Pilots and their families and friends fly in from all over Australia to enjoy a
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Discover our aviation heritage at the exciting new Evans Head Aviation Museum. Where thousands of magnificent men and women called home while completing initial bombing and gunnery training during World War II.
On display soon, our new Lockheed P-3C Orion On August 2013, a brand new museum was opened at the Evans Head Memorial Aerodrome featuring military and civilian aircraft collected from across Australia. • • • • • •
Marvel at the wonders of the F-111 strike bomber Examine iconic civilian and military heritage aircraft such as the WWII Link flight simulator, Australian Canberra Bomber, Korean War MIG15 and the famous Caribou transport. Take a personalised tour with passionate volunteers who relate the stories, the history, the tragedies and the triumphs of aviation history in the Northern Rivers. Explore the museum, complete with video displays, interpretive signage and free parking. Pick up a souvenir of your visit in the museum gift shop or arrange a personalised photo session in the cockpit of the F-111 or the Caribou. Practice a bombing run from the bombardiers station in the nose of the British Electric B2 Canberra Bomber cockpit.
Evans Head Heritage Aviation Museum Address: 61 Memorial Airport Drive, Evans Head / Email: info@ehham.org.au Open 10am to 4pm weekends & Tuesdays 9am-12noon Admission: $7.50 per person or $20 for a family. Please enquire about group bookings.
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