Tweed Heads lies just south of the Queensland/New South Wales border. Queensland’s Coolangatta is a stone’s throw across the border.

Tweed Heads is well developed and boasts some great licensed clubs if you’re in the mood for a bit of a flutter. These clubs also have an array of big name entertainers year round.

The beaches at Tweed Heads are extremely well maintained and are quite a rival for the nearby Surfers Paradise.

Things To Do

• Both Seagulls and Twin Towns Services Clubs provide excellent entertainment and dining experiences for those that like the glitz and glamour.
• Nightclubs are a very popular form of nightlife.
• Swim in the beautiful beaches.
• Plenty of opportunities to go fishing and watch the world go past.

Lismore is located at the very heart of the Northern Rivers Region. It is a city of some 45,000 people. It is a virtual hub for the region providing many services including sport facilities, schools, hospitals and the University of New England.

If live and street entertainment appeal to you, then you’re sure to enjoy the many street performers, buskers, painters, musicians, artists and potters in Lismore.

The plethora of forest reserves in the region provide visitors with arguably the most beautiful mountain scenery in the state. Mountain pools with an almost unbelievable clarity of water, spectacular waterfalls, lush rainforests golden beaches, markets and local personalities are all a joy to the senses.

Things To Do

• Wilson nature reserve is an ideal spot for nature spotting, with amongst others, koala communities and the rare marbled frogmouth.
• A beautiful place for a picnic is the Minon Falls at Nightcap National Park.
• Knockrow Animal Fun Park and mini Golf at the Macadamia Castle make an ideal day out for the family.
• Stroll the village of Bangalow and enjoy it’s quaint feel.
• Lennox Beach is ideal for the surfer.
• Nearby Nimbin is an alternative lifestyle town that is well worth a visit.
• Visit the open air cathedral at Bex Hill.
• Enjoy chamber music at the Conservatorium or listen to poets reading at local pubs.

Brunswick Heads with it relatively small population of approximately 2,000 has managed to retain a genuine seaside village atmosphere. Quiet nights, welcoming locals and an assortment of exceptional dining experiences make it worthy of spending time here. It provides a safe, quiet beach within the breakwater, as well as beautiful surf beach towards the south.

To the north of the river is a beautiful protected rainforest and to the south is a harbour and small marina. Mt Chincogan and Mt Warning provide a spectacular hinterland backdrop. There is a walk path to the top of Mt Warning which is where the sun first kisses the Australian continent each day. Be prepared though the walk can be quite strenuous.

Brunwick Heads can cater to the needs of singles, couples, families and the most discerning of visitors.

Things To Do

• Don’t let the unspoiled feel of Brunwick Heads fool you. Enjoy the very best in produce featured in the townships café’s and restaurants.
• Take the kids to a beach where they can play and enjoy the water in safety.
• Go surfing and enjoy the clean and uncrowded beach.
• Take on the challenge of walking to the top of Mt Warning.

Grafton is the largest township found along the Clarence River. It’s streets and parks are a magnificient display with thousands of beautifying trees.

Over the years Grafton has been successful in maintaining it’s grandiose stature whilst still projecting an intimate beauty.

Things To Do

• Appreciate the beauty of the beautifully preserved architecture of the town with a walk through the streets.
• Enjoy the Aboriginal artworks and learn more about the region with a visit to the Clarence River Tourist Association.

Chic, trendy and sophisticated blend with real, down to earth hospitality and appeal.

Located a short drive from Byron Bay, Ballina is on an island at the very mouth of the Richmond River. Totally surrounded by over 30 kilometres of pristine beaches and crystal clear waters. This is nature’s Disneyland for beach lovers, surfers, fishermen, boaties and adventurers.

Stylish cafe’s and restaurants blend in with country pubs. The food is inventive and largely local, especially the seafood. Ballina’s history can be seen in local museums. Performing and visual arts can be discovered in it’s many theatres and galleries. Local artworks a must to view.

If you’re traveling with kiddies there’s lots of fun to be had and an abudance of boutiques and designer stores will satisfy that shopping impulse.

Ballina is a most fulfilling experience, whether it’s food, art, shopping or soft adventure that you’re after.

Things To Do

• Canoe through the upper reaches of North Creek’s wetlands.
• Skennars Head provide a great lookout to view the migrating humpback whales.
• Flat Rock and Angels Beach are great spots for a bit of fishing.
• Kilometres of bikeways provide spectacular views of the coastline.
• Historic river cruises operate on the Richlands River.
• Or just relax and soak it all up.

Byron Bay is located on the most easterly point of the East Coast of Australia. Historically Byron Bay was used as a base for the Dairy Farms and a Whaling Station in the region.

Since then Byron Bay has developed into a township with a relaxed and easygoing lifestyle. The area boasts music festivals, arts, alternative health therapies, surfing, amazing beaches, lush hinterlands and an iconic lighthouse that is still in use today.

From August to October each year visitors and locals alike can view the passing humpback whales on their migration north. Cape Byron being a marine national park is an important habitat for many dolphins, fish, seabirds and plants. It is also significant within the culture of the local Aborigines.

Things To Do

• Explore on foot the spectacular scenery of Broken Head.
• Visit Cape Byron Lighthouse and enjoy this piece of history as well as the magnificient views of the Pacific Ocean.
• The Pinnacles and Julian Rocks Marine Reserve provide waters for those interested in diving.
• Enjoy the secluded beach in the Tyagarah Nature Reserve.
• Sea kayaking gets you up close and personal with reefs and shipwrecks.
• Learn to surf, or just enjoy the water at Broken Head, Tallows, the Pass or Watego’s Beach.
• Hang-gliding, rock climbing and mountain bike riding are also popular activities.