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Nimbin Rocks Nimbin The Nimbin Rocks are volcanic extrusions of Rhyolite left over from the Mount Warning Tweed Volcano that erupted around 20 million years ago.

Border Ranges National Park Kyogle A world heritage listed rainforest, the Border Ranges lies on the New South Wales/Queensland border. It encompasses 31,729 hectares of scenic rainforest featuring deep gorges with waterfalls that plunge hundreds of metres. Bushwalkers and birdwatchers flock to this park.

Humminghills Alpacas Carool Humminghills is a working alpaca farm set on 65 acres in the beautiful Tweed Hinterland, just 15 minutes from the Gold Coast Airport. They have a herd of 60 alpacas, both Huacaya and Suri and have concentrated on colour and fineness of fleece.

Cape Byron Headland and Lighthouse Byron Bay Cape Byron Headland Reserve is a State Conservation Area managed by a local trust, the Cape Byron Trust.

Angourie Blue Pool Angourie The Angourie Blue Pool is extremely deep and it is a very popular swimming hole. There is a walking track to the Angourie Blue Pool from the car park area at the eastern end of The Crescent, Angourie.

Tweed Historical Society Inc Tweed Heads The Museum complex consists of four buildings. The Old Tweed Heads Court House is the Headquarters of the Tweed Heads Historical Society Inc., custodians of the Tweed Maritime Museum.

The Clarence River Grafton The Clarence River being the largest river on the eastern seaboard lends itself to extraordinary estuary fishing. It is a living link between the rugged highlands of the upper Clarence and the golden beaches that fringe the sparkling Pacific.

Iluka Nature Reserve Iluka Iluka Nature Reserve covers 136 hectares and protects the largest remaining stand of littoral rainforest in New South Wales.

Macadamia Castle Knockrow Fur, feathers, fine food and family fun - The Macadamia Castle is full of little surprises! There are lots of native furry friends and cuddly nursery animals, mini golf, train rides, playgrounds and barbecues.

Goanna Headland Evans Head In the mythology of Bundjalung Nation the Dirawong (a goanna) is the Creator Being that taught the people various aspects of Aboriginal cultural and customs.

Tropical Fruit World Duranbah Take a fresh look at fun! Visit their farm to discover more than 500 varieties of the world's weird and wonderful exotic fruits.

Angourie Beach Angourie Angourie Beach was declared a National Surfing Reserve in 2007, the second site in Australia to be recognised for its significance to recreational surfing and, as such, is considered sacred by Australian surfers. If the NSW North Coast can be said to have a half dozen legendary point-breaks, Angourie is undoubtedly...

Nightcap National Park Lismore At the southern rim of the 20 million year old Mount Warning volcano, Nightcap National Park is one of the lushest and best preserved expanses of subtropical rainforests in the state, 5000 hectares of which is World Heritage listed and home to several endangered birds.

Aboriginal Bora Ring Tucki Tucki Aboriginal Bora Ring is one of the several Tribal Ceremonial Grounds in the district and has been fenced and marked with a description board. Ceremonial grounds are very significant to the Aboriginal people and are usually marked with a Bora Ring.

Evans Head Beach Evans Head The surf at Evans Head is ideal for inexperienced surfers because it enjoys protection from the big southeast swells that get the local big-wave riders excited. The small river estuary that divides the town attracts lots of ocean wildlife and there’s great fishing to be had both in the river itself...

Bluff Beach Iluka Iluka's Bluff Beach is a glorious location to visit and enjoy.

Mallanganee Lookout Mallanganee Situated on the peak of the Richmond Range is the spectacular Mallanganee Lookout.

Wooli Beach Wooli If you’re looking to enjoy water, wildlife and natural wonders, Wooli Beach is the place for you. This secluded beach is surrounded by Yuraygir National Park and offers a story book setting for rest and relaxation.

Yuraygir Coastal Walk Brooms Head When you take the Yuraygir Coastal Walk and follow the path of the coastal emu, you are within the traditional homelands of the Gumbaynggirr (in the south) and Yaegl Nations...

Rocky Creek Dam Dunoon Patient nature lovers may spot a platypus at Rocky Creek Dam. The dam wall is 27 metres high, 187 metres above sea level and, when full, the dam holds 14,000 mega litres of water.

Parrot Garden Cafe Crystal Creek Come and visit their magnificent Parrot Garden while you enjoy an array of healthy snacks, homemade cakes and organic produce. Relax with a cuppa amidst this tropical setting surrounded by unusual and exotic parrots plus other animals such as alpacas, goats, donkeys, llama, miniature ponies and monkeys.

Koala Care Centre in Lismore Lismore The Lismore region has one of the highest populations of koalas in NSW. It is not unusual for people to have koalas roaming through their backyards. Nevertheless, the pressures of disease, habitat loss and degradation, road traffic and dog attacks are inflecting a heavy toll.

Richmond Range National Park Mallanganee The extensive old-growth forests and rainforests of the Gondwana World Heritage Area provide visitors with a huge range of native flora and fauna. These internationally significant rainforests have an outstanding diversity of native plants and animals including many rare and threatened species.

Ballina Surfing Beaches Ballina Whether you’re a toddler dipping your toes in for the first time, or a world-class surfer, with over 32 kilometres of coastline to choose from, it’s easy to find the ideal swimming or surfing spot.

Enrich Retreat and Spa Bilambil Enrich is a retreat with a difference. A sanctuary to escape to for the day and immerse yourself in their luxury day spa as well as a retreat for the mind, body and soul.

Casino Regional Livestock Exchange Centre Casino The Casino Regional Livestock Exchange Centre is the largest saleyards in Northern NSW. The centre is situated just a short distance from Casino and the Northern Co-operative Meat Company.

Cape Byron State Conservation Area Byron Bay The Cape Byron Lighthouse has stood on the most easterly point of the Australian mainland for a century, and today you can take a tour of the tower.

Crystal Creek Miniatures Crystal Creek Enjoy an hour long fun, informative, hands on tractor train tour and talk. Over 100 miniature animals are featured in the miniature animal collection on this working stud farm.

Clarence Gorge Grafton Located within one and a half hours drive, north-west of Grafton is this rugged gorge where thundering waterfalls and savage rapids intermingle with deep pools and sections of calm water. The scenery is breathtaking and the fishing is excellent.

Point Danger Lookout Tweed Heads Situated on the New South Wales/Queensland border, high on a peak overlooking Duranbah Beach which is popular for surfing.

Pippi Beach Yamba Yamba Pippi Beach is an idyllic location to soak up the sun and enjoy the crashing waves of the Pacific Ocean. It is a popular surfing beach which has a large number of enthusiastic surfing competitors turn up for the annual 'Pippi Beach Surf Classic'.

Griggs Outdoor Adventure Learning Nymboida Griggs Outdoor Aventure Learning - GOAL.

Black Rocks - Bundjalung National Park Evans Head Stretching 35 kilometres along pristine coastline between Evans Head and Iluka in Northern NSW, Bundjalung National Park provides an opportunity to appreciate the natural environment and cultural heritage of the...

Protesters Falls The Channon Located in World Heritage Nightcap National Park, Protesters Falls is a must see while exploring the Lismore Hinterland.

Emancipate Healing Centre Bilambil Private Sanctuary nestled in beautiful rainforest surrounds. Offering Massage, Meditation, Reiki, Face and Body Pamper Packages. At emancipate its all about you.

Hastings Point Beach Hastings Point Hastings Point is the smallest coastal settlement of New South Wales Tweed Shire; the "Jewel of the Tweed", surrounded by national park, the hamlet is nestled between the ocean on...

Wollumbin-Mount Warning National Park Murwillumbah This park protects the mountain summit of Wollumbin-Mount Warning, an iconic landmark of the Northern Rivers region. The mountain is the remnant central vent of an ancient volcano, and has a dual name. Captain Cook named it Mount Warning, but to the Aboriginal community it is known as Wollumbin.

Riverside Ranch Horse Trail Rides and Lessons Yamba Riverside Ranch in Yamba specialises in private and personalised horse trail rides and lessons.

Minyon Falls Rosebank From the top of the rhyolitic cliff (extruded as lava flows many millions of years ago), these beautiful falls plunge 104 metres into the deep palm-shaded gorge below.

Fingal Lighthouse Fingal Head The Fingal Head Lighthouse was erected in 1872 of stone, and painted white, the tower had a fixed white light of 1,000 candelas. Although the light tower is not high and it is built on a low headland the light is effective as it is built on one of the most...

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Gold Coast With hundreds of native Australian animals on display in natural bushland and rainforest settings, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary provides a rare opportunity to see and experience our amazing native wildlife.