Byron and Northern Rivers NSW 2021 - Accomodation Guide by Paramount Publication House

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BYRON & NORTHERN RIVERS NSW 2021

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An unusually perfect location A 1 minute walk West to the terminal, 5 minute walk East to the beach, 30 minute drive South to Byron Bay, 30 minute drive North to the world famous theme parks.

The Salty Fox Rooftop Bar

Runway Dining Room

Coastal Executive Room

“With the beach being just a short stroll away and the convenience of the terminal right on our doorstep, Rydges Gold Coast Airport really is the perfect destination.” Enjoy our poolside Runway Restaurant or rooftop bar – The Salty Fox, with sweeping views over the airport runway and entire length of the Gold Coast. � The Salty Fox Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

� 24 hour reception

� The Runway Restaurant & Bar

� Free unlimited Wifi

� 25m outdoor resort style pool � Free undercover parking

� 21 Foxtel channels including movies & sports

� Conference & meeting space from 4 to 250

� Concourse and coastal view rooms

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CONTENTS

BYRON’S BEACHES

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Getting Here . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Byron Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Map of Byron Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

The Top 10 Must Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

FOOD

TOWNS

The Lighthouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Kayaking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Surfing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Diving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Byron’s Beaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Whale Watching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Markets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Calendar of Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Festivals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

The Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Weddings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Restaurant Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

TOP TEN MUST DO

Towns

Byron Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Brunswick heads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Mullumbimby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Ballina. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Lismore & Nimbin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Evans Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Clarence – Yamba/Iluka. . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Brooms Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Ulmarra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Tweed Valley Way. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Accommodation Directory . . . . . . . . 68 MAPS

Byron Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Northern Rivers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

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Distribution Australia: VIC, NSW, TAS, QLD to Visitor Information Centres, Rent A Car Companies, Airports, Travel Agents, Tourism Expo’s, Trade Shows and many more outlets. Distribution International: USA, China, Canada, Eastern Europe, New Zealand, Japan, UK, and many more outlets. Online: www.byronandbeyond.com Contributors: Peter Wotton, Liz Rathborne, Maria Artigas, Craig Parry, G. Morgan, Cape Byron Headland Trust, Keith Christie, David Young, Tweed Tourism, John Natoli, Gold Coast Airport. Some photographs and artwork are provided by the advertisers. Stockphotos: Where editorial photographs are not authorised by the publishers, credits are included. Distribution: The Byron and Beyond What’s On - The Visitor Guide is available online and distributed to over 500 outlets. It is available locally at visitor centres, newsagents, service stations, rent-a-car agencies, attractions and at the regional airports in the Northern Rivers.

It is distributed to 200 travel agents and many selected venues throughout New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia & Tasmania all year round, strategically distributed for maximum exposure for our customers. Copyright: The Byron Bay and Northern Rivers NSW Accommodation Guide is copyright. The contents of this magazine, including editorials, photographs and artwork, are strictly not to be reproduced without the express permission of the publisher, Paramount Publication House. The Advertisers warrant that any advertising material published in The Byron Bay and Northern Rivers NSW Accommodation Guide is in no way an infringe-

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GETTING HERE

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.* The 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, AirAsia and Scoot* fly direct to Gold Coast Airport. If travelling between Gold Coast Airport and Northern NSW by car, book your car rental online before you arrive via www.goldcoastairport.com.au or shop around at the terminal for the best deal. To view the current airline schedule and promotions, please visit www.goldcoastairport.com.au or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. *Pending COVID-19 travel restrictions.

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, rivers, 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 cycling. 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 a car from the many car rental companies based within the terminal.

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Byron Bay

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.

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A DAY IN BYRON EAT DAY & NIGHT- The Balcony Bar and Oyster Co. –

balcony.com.au Brunch in style - overlooking the main centre of town. It is a great position to experience lovely sunsets with cool evening ocean breeze. Check out the daily specials, shucked oysters, a great wine selection and sunset cocktails.

EAT EVENING - Loft Byron Bay – loftbyronbay.com.au Great views overlooking Jonson street down to the beach with cool summer ocean breezes and a very relaxing beautifully placed 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. – Jonsons Restaurant Bar – jonsonsbar@gmail.com Located in Jonson street Byron. Great service with beautiful foods! The eye fillet is perfectly cooked! Variety of tapas to choose from. Have the choice of beef meat balls, king prawns or crispy pork belly. They have a great selection of red or white wines and interesting cocktails. 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, the menu is authentically considered and presented by the head chef, Jason Saxby and the Raes Dining Room team. A 50 seat al fresco dining room overlooking Wategos Beach has a reputation as one of the best restaurants in the Byron region using the freshest and finest local produce from Byron and the surrounding regions. www.raes.com.au @raesonwategos 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 swim wear or a local souvenir to take home. The Byron Arts & Industrial Estate houses shop fronts of some of Byron’s best exports - be sure to explore them as the Byron Brand is known world-wide.

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 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. INDULGE - Osprey Spa at Elements. - @osprey_spa

Unwind in a tranquil, light-filled spa with all around handpicked therapists and tailored spa experiences. Open to the resort guests and the public. 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. Open every day from 8am, the mood of the hotel changes subtly throughout the day to accommodate the changing needs of our guests. 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 WITH THE KIDS - THE FARM - The farm is 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. We hope you enjoy your visit to The Farm and leave feeling inspired to make even the smallest change towards a healthier, more harmonious existence with our land, our animals and our communities.” www.thefarm.com.au @thefarmatbyronbay

MARKETS

Byron Bay Kombis

1ST Sunday Community 8am-3pm 2ND Saturday Market 8am-1pm Thursday Farmers 7-11am DID YOU KNOW

The local Arakwal 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.

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: Longboard surfers arrived in the 1960s and ‘this is Byron Bay!’ used natural breaks at The Pass, Wategos, and Cosy Corner. This was the beginning of VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Byron Bay as a travellers’ destination. And Old Stationmaster’s Cottage by 1973, when the Aquarius Festival was held 80 Jonson Street, Byron Bay in nearby Nimbin, its reputation as a hippy, www.visitbyronbay.com 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, craftsperson’s 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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Byron Bay Soak up the natural relaxed vibe with a stay at Discovery Parks – Byron Bay. With exceptional holiday park facilities, you’ll never want to leave our peaceful oasis. Choose to stay in a comfortable cabin with all the amenities of home or take in the fresh air on a powered caravan/camp site. Self-Contained Cabins | Powered Camp Sites | Safari Tents Camp Kitchen | BBQ | Laundry | WiFi | Waterpark Swimming Pool | Bouncing Pillow Book your stay and discover our latest offers online.

www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/byronbay Discovery Parks – Byron Bay 399 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 P: 02 6685 7378

Breeze Into Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

Road trips are what memories are made of and the north coast of New South Wales packs a punch when it comes to family fun, adventure, and some incredible locations explore.

Discover the absolute beauty and irresistibly relaxed pace of Byron Bay with a stay at Discovery Parks. Less than a 10-minute drive from the chic town centre, this holiday park is an ideal base to mellow out with a surf day at Wategos Beach, shop at the community markets for local designer wares, or hike to the lighthouse for stunning views of the ocean and hinterland.

The holiday park itself offers the ultimate haven for respite; an oasis among the trees with enough room and exceptional facilities to keep everyone entertained from check in to check out. Parents can indulge in some classic Byron Bay relaxation while the kids spend hours entertained gliding down the 3m high slide at the waterpark, bouncing on the jumping pillow, swimming in the resort-style pool, hitting on the tennis court and more. Book your stay now and discover the latest accommodation offers online. www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/byronbay 14

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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

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 43

Byron Solar Train

Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens

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.

Behold the beauty of crystal from gigantic formations to exquisite jewellery. Walk through stunning gardens and rainforest, see the World peace Stupa blessed by Gyuto Monks of Tibet and enjoy a coffee. pg 31

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Byron Bay Kombi Tours

Horse Riding

Byron Bay Kombis offers chauffeured sightseeing tours in and beyond Byron Bay in beautifully restored, nostalgic kombis. But if you prefer a self-driven kombi or beetle, have a look at Retro campervans. pg 6

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 and private lessons. pg 15

Scuba Diving

Kayaking

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 22

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 20

Whale Watching

Balloon Aloft

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 26

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 15

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The Lighthouse

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LIGHTHOUSE Meander through rainforest, world class beaches to the lighthouse.

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 and 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.

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. STATE CONSERVATION AREA • 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

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

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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Kayak With The Dolphins

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.

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.

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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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 in to 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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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, offering 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 seasonal changes 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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Beaches

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BEACHES Byron Bay has some of the most beautiful beaches in Australia

01 Belongil to The Wreck

02 Main Beach to Clarkes

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.

Photographs by Peter Wotton

03 The Pass

05 Tallow Beach

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'. 25

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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 tur tles 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.

Keith Christie Photography

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Markets

Fridays

Tweed Twilight 2nd & 4th Friday 2–8pm Kingscliff Night Markets 4pm (summer 5pm) – 9pm (1st Friday/Month) Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 4–9pm The Social Markets – Jack Evans Boat Harbour 2nd Friday 4–9pm

Northern Rivers

MARKETS

1ST Saturday

Brunswick Riverside 7.30am–3pm Summerland Farms Lismore Vintage and Handmade 10–2pm One of the unique joys of the Northern Rivers is the consistent access to a diverse range Beaudesert 7–12pm

1ST Sunday

of local markets. Each one has its own distinctive charm and Weekly farmer’s markets which are the highlight of the week for fresh locally grown produce.

2ND Saturday

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 vegetables to home cured meats, free-range organic eggs, baked goods and nutrient packed raw foods, with very relaxed friendly atmosphere.

Byron Community 8am–3pm Alstonville Make It Bake It Grow It 9–1pm Lismore Car Boot 8am–2pm Pottsville Beach from 7.30am

The Green Marquee Twilight Currumbin Eco Village 2–7pm Kingscliff Lions Beachside 7am–12pm Byron Flea 8am–1pm On Dusk Ballina 4pm-8:30pm

2ND Sunday

The Channon Craft 9am–3pm Chillingham Community 8am–1pm Coolangatta Beachfront Fair Lennox Head Community Burleigh Heads Car Park Rotary 10.30am Tabulam Community 9am–2pm Tambourine Mountain Country 6am– 2pm

3RD Saturday

Indigenous arts and crafts and other beautiful things made by local people using unusual natural materials are joined by unique jewellery stalls, funky one of a kind clothes and colourful imports from Africa and Asia. You can pamper yourself with a massage to soothe away your aches and pains and choose from a wonderful range of natural skin and hair care products 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. A perfect day out and a perfect place to find that original gift to take back home.

real farmers, real food LOCAL PRODUCE

LIVE MUSIC

GREAT COFFEE

GOURMET FOOD

Mullumbimby Community 7.30am–3pm Gold Coast Design Collective 9am–2pm The Plateau, Alstonville 8am–2pm Murwillumbah Makers & Finders 9am-2pm Salt Village 8am–2pm

3RD Sunday

Ballina Market Lismore Car Boot 8am–2pm Pottsville Beach from 7.30am Uki Butter Bazaar Beechmont Country 8am–12pm Pigabeen Valley 9am–1pm (Feb-Nov) Darlington Community (Mar, July, Nov)

4TH Saturday

Evans Head Riverside Kingscliff Lions Beachside 7am–12pm

Last Saturday

Lennox Head Tyalgum Village 9am–3pm Woodenbong Yowie Country 8am–2pm (May, Aug, Nov and February)

4TH Sunday

Bangalow Village 9am–3pm Casino Riverside Markets 9am–2.30pm (except Dec) Coolangatta Beachfront Fair (4th Sunday when 5 Sundays in Month) Nimbin 9am–2.30pm Murwillumbah Community

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Tamborine Mountain School 7am–1pm Canungra Valley 8am–1pm

5TH Sunday

Lennox Community Nimbin 8am–3pm

Every Sunday

Tweed Markets Recreation Street 7am– 1pm

SPECIAL

FARMERS

MARKETS

Soul Street Market

Tuesday

New Year’s Eve

First Sun

New Brighton 8-11am 0266845390 Lismore Organic Market – Showground 8-11am Murwillumbah - Showground 7-11

Byron Beachside Market

Wednesday

New Year’s Day

Main Beach Foreshore 8am – 3pm Saturday 10th April Saturday 10th July Saturday 25th September

Nimbin from 3-6pm, Caldera Farmers Murwillumbah 7-11am

Thursday Byron Bay 7-11am Ballina Twilight 4-8pm Lismore Produce -Town - 3.30-6.30pm Casino 7am – 12pm

Byron Bay Surf Festival - Art & Twilight Markets

Friday

Main Beach beside Surf Life Saving Club

Mullumbimby 7-11am Tweed Twilight 2-8pm, 2nd & 4th Friday

Feb 23-24 Fri 3pm - 9pm, Sat 9pm - 5pm

Byron Twilight Markets

Saturday

Every Saturday night from August 2020 to April 2021. Railway Park 4pm – 9pm

Blue Knob Café and Gallery (near Nimbin) 8.30am – 12pm Alstonville 8am-12pm Bangalow 8-11am Kingscliff 7-11am Tafe Kyogle 7am11pm Lismore 8-11am Uki 7-11am Casuarina 7.30-11.30am every 1st & 3rd Sat Palm Beach Food & Farmers 7am – 12 Noon

Byron Community Markets

8am – 3pm, Main Beach Foreshore, Byron Bay Sunday, 7th March 2021 Sunday, 4th April 2021 Sunday, 2nd May 2021 Sunday, 6th June 2021

Sunday

Ballina 7-11am Tambourine Mountain – The Green Shed 7am till Noon

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Calendar of Events

December Twilight Xmas Market Lighting of Trees with Santa and elves. www.brunswickheads.org.au

McGregor’s Family Carnival www.brunswickheads.org.au

Bangalow Xmas Eve Carnival www.bangalow.biz26s

January First Sun New Years Day Byron Bay www.byroncentre.com.au

Starlight Festival – Bangalow www.starlightfestival.com.au

Ballina Cup

www.ballinajockeyclub.com.au

Australia Day Breakfast In The Park See Local Visitor Info Centre

February V DAY ONE BILLION RISING

www.onebillionrishing.org.au

Byron Bay Surf Festival

www.byronbaysurffestival.com.au

Bangalow Eat Street Market

1st Friday of the month 5 - 9pm

March Lismore Eat the Street

Kyogle Rodeo Spectacular

June

April

Brunswick Heads Old ‘n’ Gold

Byron Bluesfest

Lismore Lantern Parade

Boomerang Festival

Evans Head ‘Beef Meets Reef’

www.nationalrodeoassociation. com.au

www.brunswickheads.org.au

www.bluesfest.com.au

www.boomerangfestival.com.au/

Anzac Day Commemoration

www.lanternparade.com

www.evans-head.com.au

See local Visitor Information Centre

Byron Bay Wedding Fair

May

Evans Head Crankfest Xtreme

Nimbin Mardigrass www.nimbinmardigrass.com

Our Kids Day Out – Ballina www.ourkids.org.au

Byron Ocean Swim Classic

www.byronbayweddingfair.com.au

July Lennox Head Ozgrom Surf Festival

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www.skullcandyozgromopen. com.au

Byron Bay Tri

Outdoor Leisure Show

Bangalow Billycart Derby

Evans Head Fishing Classic

Casino Primex (Primary Ind. Exhib.)

Back To Brunswick Hot Rod Event

Byron Coast Charity Walk

Splendour in the Grass

www.byronbaytri.com

www.bangalowbillycart.com.au

www.primex.net.au

www.helirescue.com.au/events

Casino Beef Week

www.casinobeefweek.com.au

Mullum To Bruns Paddle

www.mullum2brunspaddle.com.au

www.eatthestreetlismore.com.au

www.outdoorleisureshow.com.au

www.fishingcomps.com.au/ehfc

www.brunswickheads.org.au

www.splendourinthegrass.com

August Byron Bay Writers Festival www.byronbaywritersfestival. com.au

October Bangalow Music Festival www.facebook.com/ bangalowmusicfestival

Bangalow BBQ Bluegrass Festival www.bbqbluegrass.com.au

Ocean Shores Art Expo www.ozartexpo.com

Byron 2 Brunswick Beach Run

www.byron2brunsbeachrun.com

September Bangalow, Sample Food Festival www.samplefoodevents.com

Lismore, Fruitopia Fair Family Fun www.tropicalfruits.org.au/events

Nimbin Show

www.agshowsnsw.org.au

Nat. Goanna Pulling Championship goannapulling.com.au

Kyogle Ag Show agshowsnsw.org.au

Byron Bay Guitar Festival

www.byronbayguitarfestival.com

Casino Agricultural Show www.agshowsnsw.org.aU

Byron Lighthouse Run

www.byronbaylighthouserun. com.au

Byron Bay Film Festival www.bbff.com.au

Ballina Food & Wine Festival www.discoverballina.com.au/visit/ whats-on

North Coast National Lismore Show www.northcoastnational.com.au

Alstonville Agricultural Show www.agshowsnsw.org.au

November

Byron Latin Fiesta

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Ballina Coastal Country Music Festival www.ballinacountrymusic.com

Melbourne Cup Celebrations Most Hotels, Clubs or Restaurants

Murwillumbah Show Ballina Prawn Festival

www.ballinaprawnfestival.com

Mullumbimby Agricultural Show www.agshowsnsw.org.au

Bangalow Agricultural Show www.agshowsnsw.org.au

Mullumbimby Music Festival www.mullummusicfestival.com

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Festivals

Splendour In The Grass Splendour In the Grass is an annual music and Arts Festival. As well as the latest and best in music from Australia and overseas, the festival also features local arts, crafts and cuisine. www.splendourinthegrass.com

FESTI Falls Festival Byron Bay Every summer since 1993, The Falls Music & Arts Festival has been at the forefront of the east coast Australian festival scene, defining the real different between a mere music festival and a true festival experience. Capturing the essence of the Australian summer spirit, Falls embraces diversity, sustainability and community within a contemporary music event like no other. www.fallsfestival.com/byron-bay

Brunswick Heads Fish & Chip

Byron Writers Festival

Festival

The annual Byron Writers Festival is Australia’s largest and leading regional celebration of storytelling, literature and ideas.

Established as a community based ‘not for profit’ organisation the Brunswick Valley Woodchop & Entertainment Committee Inc. hosts the Festival Of The Fish ‘n’ Chips each year as a lead up to their Woodchop Carnival which draws international contestants from New Zealand, the US and Canada. The Brunswick Woodchop Carnival is currently regarded as the biggest woodchopping event outside the Sydney and Brisbane shows.

Each year they present more than 150 sessions during Festival Week and attract an audience of approximately 12,000 people (or 70,000 individual attendances) in the stunning surrounds of Byron Bay. www.byronwritersfestival.com

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Byron Bay Bluesfest Byron Bay Bluesfest is Australia’s Premier Contemporary Blues & Roots Music Festival. It showcases music from around the world annually on the Easter long weekend on 120 hectares at Tyagarah Tea Tree Farm, just north of Byron Bay, NSW. www.bluesfest.com.au

I VA L S Mullum Music Festival Nestled amongst the surrounding mountains in the Byron Bay hinterland, this diverse community of just over 3,000 people has embraced this very different type of music event. The last decade has seen 600 world-class artists and thousands of people make their way to the festival, not bad for a little festival that started on the night of the electrical storm of the decade. www.mullummusicfestival.com

Byron Bay Film Festival A favourite of Filmmakers and Film lovers, Byron Bay Film Festival fuses artistry, education and innovation, enhancing our worldview and collective social

dialogue through the power and storytelling of film. www.bbff.com.au

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The Arts

A drive through Byron Bay’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 Byron area, and the broad span of creativity this produces is evident in the handcrafted products available. 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. www.byronartstrail.com 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.

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Peter Hodges Art

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“I paint for fun and the appreciation of life in and around Byron” G a i l y R u s s e l l – s h o w i n g b y a p p o i n t m e n t a t h o m e s t u d i o. 0 2 6 6 7 7 0 2 7 0 . S e e m e o n Fa c e b o o k 34

Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre 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. Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre is a Tweed Shire Council Community Facility. Image: Justin Ealand

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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Peek Gallery currently showcases a collection of landscape paintings, figurative and abstract works by local artists: Gabrielle Pool, Bill Undery and Davide Uliana. Owned by local artist, Gabrielle Pool, you can come and view a variety of artworks from small inks on paper, through to major oils on canvas. This broad range of work will suit all art lovers from first time buyers to established collectors, and we are able to offer the independent services of fine art valuer Brenda Colahan of BCFA. We are also available for Residential, Commercial and Commissions. Whether you need an affordable print or are in the market for investment art to add to your collection, we are here to accommodate.

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. 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

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CATERING - 100 Mile Table is a Byron based catering company creating unique feastsO’brien and celebrations. We utilise the Originals

abundance of great local produce in the Northern Rivers region of NSW. From the city to the sea and the bush, we hunt out the very best the local area has to offer and we celebrate our love of food and provenance by sharing our knowledge and our table with you. - 100miletable.com/catering

LOCATION - The Orchard Estate is a working macadamia nut farm situated in the rolling hills of the Byron hinterland. Set on 100 acres, The Orchard Estate looks out over the spectacular Nightcap mountain range and features a purpose built barn, commercial kitchen and toilets to accommodate a variety of events - www.theorchardestate.com.au

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Photography : O’brien Originals

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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. You are invited to a visually sumptuous space of the vibrant and eclectic streets of Byron and coastal villages, as well as the unique tastes of our famous hinterland beef and locally grown produce. Enjoy sea breezes in summer or cosy up next to the fireplace in winter. 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 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 it at your favourite place.

Uncle Tom’s

Peppe Pizza

NEW in 2021 Recycled wares Meeting facilities Plants Garden products Flowers Much more!

Handcrafted Pies

“Great pies and a great spot for a break”

Beef Chicken Vegetarian Vegan DF & GF Many varieties

Baked Sweets Baking onsite using local produce

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Byron’s original grab ‘n’ go brekky, lunch & coffee destination. Fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, local organic coffee, juices, smoothies & shakes. Located in the middle of Jonson St with friendly service.

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Peppe Pizza Catering - Authentic and traditional Naples style food. Best mobile wood fired pizza catering experience in Byron Shire. For inquiries: 0481177798

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Restaurants

BYRON BAY Asian CuisineBang Bang Bombay To Byron Finn Poke Kinoko Sushi Light years Orient Express O-Sushi Red Hot And Green Success Thai Food Taco Joes Taste Of Melaka Warung Bagus Yellow Flower

Modern AustralianAzure Bar & Grill Barrio Bay Leaf Beach Byron Bay Byron Fresh cafe Combi Folk Byron Bay Forest Byron Bay The Balcony Bar and Oyster Co The Roadhouse Three Blue Ducks at The Farm Treehouse On Belongil Bistro & BurgersByron Corner Store The Sun Bistro The Park Hotel Main Street Burger Bar The Flying Fox Bistro Beach Hotel The General Store Byron Bay Deli

BANGALOW Chihuahua Miss Margarita Chupacabra A Little FancyRaes @ Wategos St Elmos Beef & Beach Byron Bay Loft Byron Bay CafesLove Byron Bay Creperie Piccolo Byron Bay Twisted Sista Café The Corner Store The Rocks at Aquarius The Hideout Byron Bay The Belongil Novella Mokha Cafe Fels Kitchen Dip cafe MeditteraneanBay Kebabs La Cuisine Deli Shop Luscious Cafe St Elmo Dining Room & Bar The Mez Club Bakeries Bruns Bakery Sunday Sustainable Bakery Suffolk Park Bakery La Cuisine SeafoodFish Heads Fishmongers Hunky Dory

Italian - Mexican Divino Il Buco Byron Bay Johnsons Restaurant and Bar Legend Pizza Peppe Pizza Pizza Paradiso The Italian Byron bay Trattoria Basiloco

BRUNSWICK HEADS Bernardi’s Gelato & Sandwich Bar Bruns Bakery Brunswick Bowling Club Pacific Bistro Brunswick Heads Health Foods Brunz Indian Curry & Kebabs Cadeau Bar and Restaurant Dolphin Café Far East Chinese Fleet Restaurant Happy Dolphin café Honour Espresso & Salumi Bar Hotel Brunswick Jones & Co La Casita Old Maids Park St Homemade Pasta Bar Sticky Fingers Pizzeria Table View Café The Terrace Expresso Bar Trawlers Bar & Kitchen Uncle Tom’s Pies Yamis Vegetarian

NORTH BYRON

BALLINA Vegan - Vegetarian No Bones Elixiba Legend Pizza Trattoria Basiloco Earth n Sea Pizza & Pasta Yullis Mana Haven Cardamon Pod

Bang Burger Bar Bangalow Bowling Club Bangalow Dining Room Choux Choux Patisserie Our Corner Kitchen Pantry 29 Red Ginger The Italian Diner Town Restaurant & Cafe

Summerland House Farm Northern Rivers Seafood Ballina Gallery Cafe Fleurs Restaurant Ché Bon Lighthouse Beach Cafe Ballina RSL Club The Belle General The Boardwalk at Ballina RSL The Cove The Point Ballina The Shawsy Wharf Bar and Restaurant

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Ocean ShoresTavern Luscious Restaurant Yum Yum Tree Café Uncle Toms Pies

THE CLARENCE Brooms Head Bowls Club Conjevoi Little Local Café Marraccas Boatshed Cafe Ulmarra Hotel

THE TWEED Burringbar District Sports Club Moo Moo Roadhouse Tweed Regional Gallery Cafe Tweed Valley Whey Farm House

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Brunswick Heads

EVENTS

McGregor’s Family Carnival Festival of Fish & Chips Woodchop Fireworks Mullum 2 Bruns Paddle Old ‘n’ Gold Festival Back to Bruns Hot Rod Event Byron to Bruns Run

MARKETS

1ST Saturday Community 7:30am - 3pm 18 December Twilight Market

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

7 Park Street Brunswick Heads NSW 2483 www.brunswickheads.org.au

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. This is foodie heaven! You’re spoiled with choice of 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. And have a nice meal at Uncle Tom’s Pies at the Gateway to Mullumbimby just as you head inland to the main township. Tom McLean started baking pies in the 1930’s, and whilst there have been many changes since those days one thing remains the same, the handcrafted scrumptious pies made on the premises. These days recipes also cater for those who are Vegan, Gluten Free and Dairy Free. There are also mouthwatering apple pies and delicious muffins baked on site, fresh wraps, rolls and salads made daily.

BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE The Brunswick Picture House has been making memories since 1952. This historic old theatre was left to wrack and ruin for 30 years until 5 years ago, when the team behind multi-award winning smash hits La Soirée and Club Swizzle stepped in… and the Brunswick Picture House was reimagined. It now stands proud as an integral part of

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the local community, with people travelling from far and wide to visit. Now the next chapter begins…the Picture House will close its doors in February 2021 for the

renovation that will bring this iconic theatre back with even more sparkle and charm. Reopening in the Spring with lots more comedy, live music, film events, family entertainment and, of course, the smash hit monthly signature cabaret show, ‘CHEEKY’.

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• Towels in all shapes and sizes • Quality kids swimwear • Adults and Kids Hats • Inflatables and Flotation devices • Beach Chairs and Mats • Small rang of camping gear • Beach Umbrellas and Shades • Wagons and Luggies • Baskets and Bags • Buckets and Spades • Aqua Shoes • Snorkeling Gear • Beach Balls and Games • Extensive range of Rods, Reels & Tackle • Bait including Live Worms • Fishing Licenses • Hire Rods • Great presents for all!

All your beach, holiday and fishing needs! • Open 7 days - 17 Fingal St, Brunswick Heads • Matt 0432 394 869

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Mullum Music Festival Mullum Show Mullum 2 Bruns Paddle

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3rd Saturday Mullumbimby Community 7.30am–3pm Friday’s Mullumbimby Farmers market 7am-11am

Your Say Byron Shire

The biggest little town in Australia is sure to be inspirational as soon as you drive in to the view of Mt. Chincogan 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.

A DAY IN MULLUM EAT – UNCLE TOM’S PIES -You will find the iconic Uncle Tom’s Pies at the

Gateway to Mullumbimby just as you head inland to the main township. Tom McLean started baking pies in the 1930’s, and whilst there have been many changes since those days one thing remains the same, the handcrafted scrumptious pies made on the premises. These days recipes also cater for those who are Vegan, Gluten Free and Dairy Free. There are also mouthwatering apple pies and delicious muffins baked on site, fresh wraps, rolls and salads made daily. The coffee is second to none in the area. A special blend made by premium coffee supplier and award winner, Vivo coffee. There is pride in product and service at Uncle Tom’s, it’s a great place to drop in with the whole family and grab a bite. In 2021 there will be much more on offer than ever before! www.uncletoms.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 45

THE CHINNY CHARGE -

This is a once a year event, and is 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. Whilst the event is underway, directly in front of the Mullumbimby Ex-Services club will be 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.

Mullumbimby Herbals stocks 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. Set under magnificent fig trees in the lush foothills of Mt Chincogan, it’s a wonderful place to shop for fresh produce, meet with friends, enjoy a market brekkie and local coffee, and soak up the fun and friendly vibe. There’s live local music each week, plus a dedicated kid’s space to keep the little ones entertained. The market also hosts regular workshops and special events throughout the year. The market is a not for profit organisation, which means every dollar you spend goes toward supporting local farmers, the community and a more sustainable future.

www.mullumfarmersmarket.org.au @mullumfarmersmkt

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Ballina

MARKETS 3RD Sunday Community Farmers Market Sundays 6am - 11am 13th December Twilight Market

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 6 River Street, Ballina NSW 2478 www.discoverballina. com.au

• Accommodation and Tour Bookings • Itinerary Planning • Maps and Directions • Day Trip and Adventure Ideas • Fishing Licences • Souvenirs • Local Gift Ware and Regional Cuisine • Personalised Friendly Customer Service • Local Secrets!

Ballina Visitor Information Centre 6 River Street, NSW 2478 ...will inspire you in the Ballina northern rivers!

Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday 10am - 2pm

Lighthouse Beach, Ballina, New South Wales Lighthouse Beach is a surf lifesaving patrolled beach in East Ballina, NSW, Australia. Located in between Shelley Beach and The North Wall, Ballina, this beach is approximately 500m long and 50m wide – 5 min from Ballina Colonial Motel.

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● accommodation and tour bookings ● itinerary planning ● maps & directions ● day trip & adventure ideas ● ﬁshing licences ● souvenirs ● local gift ware and regional cuisine ● personalised friendly customer service ● local secrets!

1800 777 666 discoverballina.com

9 Bangalow Rd, Ballina NSW 2478

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COLONIAL MOTEL

Closest motel to Ballina/ Byron airport ALL Ground floor units with undercover parking

Centrally located in Ballina’s town centre, the Ballina Colonial Motel is 1.8 km from Richmond River and 5 km from the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport. It offers an outdoor pool and free parking on site. Guest rooms offer both air conditioning and heating facilities. Each has a fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV. The ensuite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Motel Renovated in 2020

Parking is available for boats, trailers coaches and trucks. The property has an outdoor seating area. Breakfast can be arranged and served to your room. Motel Ballina Colonial is a 25-minute drive from Byron Bay. It is within 4.2 km of Richmond Park, the Ballina Head Lookout, and the Shelly Beach.

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Located in central Ballina, only a short walk to the RSL Club and other great shopping and dining experiences. Sit back and relax taking in the stunning views over the Richmond River, enjoy a stroll along the boardwalk observing the amazing nature that inhabits the area.

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4 Kerr Street Ballina, 2478 NSW Direct Booking 02 6681 5677

The heart of the hinterland Voted both Alstonville and Ballina's best tourist attraction, Summerland Farm is a beautiful 238 acre macadamia and avocado farm and a great day for the whole family. Taste the region's delicious produce, meet our farm animals and enjoy a day in the country on a real Australian working farm.

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Enjoy 4 Star quality accommodation in Ballina

CHILLOUT Take a plunge in our saltwater lagoon pool or cool off in the spa

INDULGE Tempt your tastebuds at the Terrace Restaurant. Gluten and dairy free options

RELAX With a refreshing, cold beverage in the Bambino Bar Mon-Sat from 5:30

EXPLORE Ballina’s scenic pathways with our complimentary bike hire

UNWIND Enjoy one of our in-room Day Spa aromatherapy massages

Book Direct and Save: 02 6686 8866 l www.ballinabyronislanderresort.com.au l 1 Ronan Place Ballina NSW

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We are a family owned and operated business who has been proudly supplying our local and surrounding communities, for over 30 years! We offer the LARGEST VARIETY of fresh and local seafood on the Northern Rivers. As a result, we have established a very strong and loyal customer base - an achievement we are very proud of! 480 River St, Ballina NSW 2478 / www.northernriversseafood.com.au / (02) 6686 2187

Ballina Looking for a family-friendly holiday or weekend couple’s escape? Look no further than Discovery Parks – Ballina. With a wide range of in-park facilities to keep little (and big) kids entertained for days, choose to be as active or still as you please. Stay in a comfortable cabin with all the amenities of home or take in the fresh air on a powered caravan/camp site. Self-Contained Cabins | Powered Camp Sites Pet-Friendly (seasonally) | Camp Kitchen | BBQ | Laundry | WiFi Swimming Pool | Bouncing Pillow | Playground | Putt-Putt Golf Book your stay and discover our latest offers online.

www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/ballina Discovery Parks – Ballina 25 Fenwick Drive, Ballina NSW 2478 | P: 02 6686 3953

PICTURE PERFECT DISCOVERY PARKS – BALLINA IS WAITING FOR YOU!

Now’s the time to explore the treasures of our own backyard and, heading into the NSW northern rivers region, you’ll love picturesque Ballina! Staying at Discovery Parks – Ballina is the ideal destination for an action-packed school holiday or mid-week couple’s escape. The park’s location, perfectly positioned overlooking Shaws Bay, offers a real escape from the day-to-day hustle and bustle! Families can make the most of a huge range of in-park facilities and activities for kids including a heated swimming pool, games room, putt putt golf course, bouncing pillow and more. Don’t forget to bring your bikes, scooters or skateboards to make the most of the epic pathways which wind along the river walking trails. Mid-week, the holiday park is a peaceful waterfront haven for caravanners and campers looking to escape the crowd. Or, if you prefer the comforts of home, choose from a range of cabins and villas with queen beds, full kitchen, bathroom and air conditioning. Outside the holiday park’s limits, visit Ballina’s town centre for craft shops, markets and the Naval Maritime Museum. Make sure you drop by to see Ballina’s Big Prawn – and don’t forget to taste some of the famous local produce for yourself. Book your stay now and discover our latest accommodation offers online. www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/ballina

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Lismore & Nimbin

MARKETS 1ST Saturday Lismore Vintage & Handmade 10am-2pm Lismore Organic Market - Tuesdays Lismore Produce Market - Thursdays Lismore Farmers Market - Saturdays 1 ST Sunday Lismore Car Boot 8am-2pm 4TH Sunday Nimbin 9am-2.30pm Nimbin Farmers - Wednesdays 5TH Sunday Nimbin 9am-3pm

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Lismore 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 Aboriginal 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 Lismore Regional Gallery.

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 world-class kitchen crew, it hosts thousands of patrons who flock to taste the amazing array of homemade food and beverages weekly. 49 Woodlark St, Lismore, New South Wales, 2480

SHOP- LISMORE CAR BOOT SALE -Over 220 stalls U0NDERCOVER

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.

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.

Nimbin 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.

A DAY IN NIMBIN EXPLORE- NIMBIN ROCKS - Visit the amazing Nimbin Rocks. Stoney Shute Road & Nimbin Road, Nimbin, New South Wales 2480. 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. 50

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Evans Head

DID YOU KNOW?

During World War II the Evans Head Memorial Aerodrome was the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Station supporting RAAF No 1 Bombing and Gunnery School and subsequently the RAAF No 1 Air Observers School. At the height of operations there were three asphalt runways and one grass strip.

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4TH Saturday Riverside Fridays Farmers Market

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- Beech Street, Evans Head NSW 2473 - 17 Kirkland Court, Evans Head - 114 River St, Woodburn NSW 2472

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Evans Head is a peaceful coastal village surrounded by National Parks and beautiful sandy beaches

Boat mooring facilities are available with access to the Evans Head River and Ocean.

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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, To Woodburn past the boat harbour, take the ocean drive and enjoy spectacular (Pacific Hwy) views from Razorback Lookout which is also ideal for whale watching. Cemetery

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Choose classic beachside holidaying in modern cabins!

Be sure to enjoy our exciting restaurant and surf-side cafe with regular entertainment and the best views in NSW right on the beach front.

Thursday 5pm - Close Friday 12pm - 2pm | 5pm - Close Saturday 12pm - 2pm | 5pm - Close Sunday 12pm - 5pm Located upstairs of the Surf Club

Evans Head Bowls & Holiday Cabins 2 Beech Street Evans Head NSW 2473 - PO Box 206 Evans Head NSW 2473 Ph: 02 66 824 343 - Fax: 02 66 824 456 - Restaurant: 02 66 824 990 Enquiries: res@evansheadbowls.com.au

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Monday to Sunday 6am - 2pm Located downstairs of the Surf Club 1 Captain Cook Dr, Evans Head, NSW functions@evansheadbowls.com.au evanssurf.org.au - 02 6682 4277

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Deep Sea Fishing Full Moon Fishing Night Charters

7/12-32 Ocean Drive, Evans Head, NSW, 2473 Bookings: 0407-257-064 / Skipper 0436-343-595 arrowsﬁshingcharters@hotmail.com www.arrowsﬁshingcharters.com.au

Whale Watching Sunset Cruises Sightseeing Cruises

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Clarence -Grafton/ Yamba/Iluka

DID YOU KNOW? The Clarence Valley has the city of Grafton and two large towns – Maclean and Yamba. The coastal stretch is a hugely popular tourist destination. The area contains vast tracts of State Forest and National parks and the rivers and waterways are the heart and soul of this wonderful country town Iluka has a hill of knwoledge.

MARKETS Wednesdays Market Whiting Beach Car Park 4th Sunday Yamba River Market 2nd Saturday Maclean Community 1st Sunday Iluka

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton NSW 2460

Take a step in nature’s wonderland and enjoy the coastal treasures, lush hinterland and river life of the Clarence Region The popular resort town of Yamba, known for its laidback beach lifestyle, makes a great holiday for young and old. The Clarence is a food lover’s paradise; local produce features strongly in many restaurants and cafés. The Clarence River, running through the heart of the region, is ideal for sailing and cruising with broad deep expanses of water and 100 chartered islands to explore from Yamba at the mouth of the river to Grafton in the country.

When visiting Grafton, you can’t go past The Heritage River Motor Inn on the South Side of the Clarence River. We are a family owned motel with a difference. Our spacious rooms are situated back from the road, nestled amongst our beautiful gardens and trees. We invite you to relax by the pool, use the BBQ, or take a stroll to all the eateries, cafes and boutiques in South Grafton.

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Yamba N.S.W

Voted #1 town in Australia by the Australian Traveller Magazine A short drive south of Byron Bay, Angourie Resort is a uniquely Australian holiday experience surrounded by lush subtropical rainforest, minutes away from the untouched beaches of Yamba & Angourie. Angourie Resort boasts beautifully appointed Two Bedroom Family Villas and stylish One Bedroom Spa Apartments, with a range of facilities including on-site restaurant, poolside bar & outdoor jacuzzi. Walk into a world of complete sensory heaven with an iKOU inspired treatment at the Essential Elements Day Spa offering a variety of pamper day packages, with fruit & cheese platters, lunch & bubbles.

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Waterpark Pool Bar Mini-Golf Playgrounds Games Room

Wednesday History Cruise!

Sunday Live Music Cruise!

Enjoy an informative history while cruising the beautiful Clarence River.

Enjoy live music while cruising the beautiful Clarence River.

We operate a daily passenger service between the beautiful coastal towns of Yamba and Iluka on the mouth of the majestic Clarence River. 0408 664 556 / clarenceriverferries@gmail.com / Yamba New South Wales 2464

Wed - Sun 2 Charles Street, Iluka. NSW 2466

Home-made fresh food - often organic / Modern creative cuisine with Hungarian & Thai influences

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Brooms Head

DID YOU KNOW? The name Brooms Head was first used in 1870 when a broom thought to have come from the wreck of the schooner ‘Eureka’, was washed up on the beach. These days many people affectionately refer to “The Broom” as their favourite holiday destination.

This quiet village is perfect for families and visitors of all ages Here you will find a spot of nostalgia nestled behind Yuraygir National Park Situated near Maclean, just over an hour’s drive south of Byron Bay. This quiet village is perfect for families and visitors of all ages with scenic walking tracks, a spectacular lookout, swimming & snorkelling in the lagoon with a boat ramp and great fishing spots. “Schnapper Rock” is one that the locals will point out to you and mud crabs abound in this watery haven.

EAT - BROOMS HEAD BOWLS AND RECREATION CLUB - Open

seven days a week, with their Chinese restaurant “Pacific Star” open five days a week, Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner and opening seven days a week throughout the holiday periods. Barefoot bowls every day at $8.00 per person, children under 14 are free. There is also a tennis court for hire at $7.00 per hour with bookings made through the Brooms Head Caravan Park.

EXPLORE- YURAYGIR COASTAL WALK

- Follow the footprints of the coastal emu on the 65km trail that stretches from Angourie in the North to Red Rock in the South. All your needs are catered for with an ocean front caravan park with cabins and a wide range of holiday units, a bowls club, local shops and facilities. Its best walked north to south with the sun at your back If you want to get straight on the road in your own vehicle at the end of the walk – yuraygirwalks.com.au can arrange that for you with an End-to-End Car Shuttle service. They move your vehicle(s) from your walk start point through to the other end, waiting for you so you can get straight on the road at the end of your walk Camp or rent accommodation along the way and carry your own gear and food as you complete your hike. We provide contact support and meet you at the end of the trail with return transport back to your start location. for a group price. https://yuraygirwalks.com.au

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Ulmarra

Ulmarra is a small town on the south bank of the Clarence River in New South Wales, Australia in the Clarence Valley district. At the 2006 census, Ulmarra had a population of 446 people. The Ulmarra Ferry is a vehicular cable ferry, which crosses the Clarence River from a point about 1 kilometre (0.62 mi) north of Ulmarra, to Southgate on the north bank. Visit the historic Ulmarra Hotel situated on the banks of the mighty Clarence River, which is one of the biggest river systems in NSW, with wonderful views up and down the river, to the newly erected boat jetty, relaxing on the river bank under shady trees, creating a very cosy atmosphere for lunch or dinner, also the kids can use the newly upgraded playground to keep the little ones occupied. Ulmarra’s name comes from an Aboriginal word meaning “Bend in the river”.

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Peter has had many years experience and painting since 19 years of age . Peter is well known for his equine art,trees and anything to do with the rural scene.

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The Tweed

MARKETS 4TH Friday, Twilight 2-8pm (Summer 5pm-9pm) 3RD Saturday, Murwillumbah Makers &Finders 9am-3pm Knox Park 4TH Sunday, Murwillumbah Community Market Wednesdays Farmers Market 7am-11am Murwillumbah Showground

DID YOU KNOW? Mount Warning is the central volcanic remnant of an 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 the mountain’s central vent cooled, it shrank, forming a depression at the top that has greatly eroded.

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Murwillumbah - Old Railway Station 281 Tweed Valley Way 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

World Heritage rainforests, dramatic mountain ranges, fertile green fields, uncrowded beaches 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 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 choose one of our cafés.

A DAY IN THE TWEED EAT- First stop driving north is Mooball, with the iconic Moo Moo Roadhouse Café. Check out the display of mad bikes, hot-rods and

memorabilia in the gift shop, fuel, and home cooked or takeaway food. Or visit Mavis’ Kitchen a former dairy farm but is now a country style restaurant, with organic kitchen garden and B&B accommodation. Also available is the Tasting Plate Tours, offering part or full day tours of The Tweed.

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. EXPLORE - The Margaret Olley Art Centre is at the Tweed Regional Art Centre, featuring art gallery gift shop with lovely food available in the Cafe’. Also in downtown Murwillumbah is the M|Arts Precinct worth a visit with many loval artists exhibiting their works. Watch the sun set over the Tweed River, then make your way to the freeway for an easy drive back down the highway, taking in the last crowning views of Wollumbin.

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Seclusion, privacy and an exquisite natural backdrop make Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat the ideal se ing for a weekend escape, a romantic getaway or honeymoon. Nestled at the base of the World Heritage Listed Springbrook National Park, on the NSW/QLD border are just 13 luxurious private cabins, bungalows and lodges hidden amongst 250 acres of stunning rainforest. Each bungalow contains a king-sized bed, fully equipped kitchen, stereo and a luxurious double spa bath or solid marble bath overlooking the rainforest.

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www.gallerymotel.com.au | info@gallerymotel.com.au 453 Tweed Valley Way, Murwillumbah NSW 2484 | 02 6672 3666 | All Airconditioned Rooms

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Tweed Valley Whey Farmhouse Cheeses

s 4th Generation Dairy Farmers we know a thing or two about producing quality milk. The best milk also makes the best cheese. We would love to welcome you to our farm to sample our award winning cheeses and yoghurt & purchase direct from the Farm Gate.

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Open 9am – 4pm Wednesday to Sunday 6091 Tweed Valley Way, Burringbar NSW. Phone: 02 6677 1111 www.tweedvalleycheeses.com.au

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Spinners Automotive perform all servicing and repairs to all vehicle makes and models, including cars, trucks, trailers and caravans. SAFETY INSPECTIONS: Queensland Safety Inspection for light cars, trucks, trailers and caravans. Pink and Blue Slip inspections for New South Wales.

FLEET: If you operate a fleet of vehicles in your business or organisation, Spinners Automotive would be pleased to discuss your fleet service and maintenance needs.

BRAKES: Repairs and upgrades.

CARAVANS: We provide repairs to caravan suspension and brakes, and alko esc, keeping caravans safe on our roads.

SUSPENSION: We are an authorised Pedders Suspension Dealer and we carry out all automotive repairs. Insurance: We work for all insurance companies.

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36 DURRINGTON ST Mur willumbah, NSW Phone: 02 66 722 301 Mobile: 0430 651 115

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