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From here visit the second largest fishing port in Australia , Yamba : famous for its prawns and with excellent swimming and surfing beaches . Voted the “ best town in Australia ”, it has a relaxed lifestyle , award winning restaurants and plenty of sights .
Take a dip in the ocean pool which has been built into the rocks , take a river cruise , try to catch the big one on a fishing charter or , at the right time of year , enjoy some whale watching off the coast .
The region around Ballina , Nimbin and Lismore is the perfect place for you to relax , rejuvenate and reconnect with nature . Ballina lies on the coast and is quiet and popular with families . Nimbin and Lismore are tucked away amongst World Heritage National Parks , where you will find an abundance of waterfalls , walking trails and lookouts .
Explore the rainforests and World Heritage listed national parks or check out one of the three major river systems in this part of the coast : with the Tweed , Richmond and Clarence , providing the perfect backdrop to a relaxing getaway or the ideal setting for an adventure or fishing trip .
Tweed Heads itself is the most northerly town in the state of New South Wales and showcases some world-class surfing beaches as well as the expansive Tweed River , a great place to take a kayak or boat out if you ’ re keen on some fishing , or bring a picnic to enjoy along the river ’ s edge . Hire a houseboat , take a relaxing cruise , visit the art gallery or Aboriginal Cultural Centre and explore the region .
Welcome to the Legendary Pacific Coast .
Byron Bay is home to the eastern most point of Australia and has much to offer , from the lighthouse and views of the point , to the quirky giftshops and cafes specialising in local produce , and the popular beaches which are great for surfing .
On to the Tweed region , nestled in the caldera of an ancient shield volcano from Coolangatta in the north , down to Kingscliffe and Cabarita in the south . Tweed is at the heart of Australia ’ s Green Cauldron – nominated by Tourism Australia as a “ National Landscape ” and with its gorgeous unspoilt beaches , to the lush World Heritage listed rainforests , striking mountain ranges and rolling farmland .