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Ballina
The town of Ballina, centred on an island at the mouth of the Richmond River, is surrounded by 32 kilometers of white, sandy beaches and seemingly.. [continued]
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Border Ranges National Park
A Word Heritage Listed rainforest, the Border Ranges lies on the New South Wales/Queensland border. It encompasses 31,729 hectares of scenic.. [continued]
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Brunswick Heads
Located at the mouth of the Brunswick River, Brunswick Heads is one of a string of small villages along the coast between Byron Bay and Tweed.. [continued]
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Byron Bay
From humble beginnings, Byron Bay underwent many transitions from dairy farming to major meat exporter, followed by sand mining and whaling.. [continued]
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Cabarita Beach
With large areas of protected wetlands, Cabarita has only limited development, creating a quiet, relaxed holiday atmosphere. Bounded by Nature.. [continued]
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Evans Head
One of the Northern Rivers best kept secrets - the laidback fishing village of Evans Head - is ideal for travellers of all ages. 'Evans' is.. [continued]
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Iluka
Iluka has long been famous for fishing and serious anglers never visit without a frypan in the fishing gear. People also come to this beautiful.. [continued]
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Just south of the Queensland border, the Tweed is a haven for holidaymakers, with more than 37km of unspoilt coastline and a subtropical climate. Discover quiet estuaries, charming villages and deserted beaches, or explore the Tweed River and Mount Warning National Park. The gorgeous seaside towns of Kingscliff and Cabarita offer a relaxed vibe, stunning scenery and a wide range of accommodation.
Originally a farming and dairy district, Byron Bay spread its wings in the 1970s when it was 'discovered' - initially by surfers and later by urban escapees and a cast of megastars. Today it's an essential stop for backpackers and a chic seaside town with glorious beaches, a New Age tinge and loads of style.
Ballina is a popular retreat for those looking for a quiet, family-oriented and affordable seaside holiday. Base yourself here for easy access to some of NSW's most scenic national parks, as well as Lennox Head, known as the 'Surf capital of the Far North Coast'. While in Ballina, take your photo with the Big Prawn, go fishing off South Ballina Beach and visit Thursday Plantation, famous for its tea-tree maze.
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