Head 20 minutes north from Tallow Beach Motel and you’ll come to the fishing village of Brunswick Heads, which is as famous for its waterfront pub as it is for its family friendly events. Known as “Bruns” to locals, the seaside town prides itself on its pristine environment and annual carni, which is in its [...]
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Self-scribed mermaid Kazzie Mahina recently hosted a beach cleanup at Seven Mile Beach, which is located five minutes away from Tallow Beach Motel. An initiative of Oceanika Merfins and Tangaroa Blue Ocean Care Society, the community event brought together people of all ages keen to keep Byron’s iconic beaches free from rubbish. Kazzie has combined [...]
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The fourth annual Mullum Music Festival proved a hit with Byron Shire locals with close to 5,000 people soaking up the vibrant vibe. More than 60 musicians put on 100 performances in venues ranging from Mullum High and the Bowlo to the Drill Hall, Courthouse and Civic Centre. This year’s eclectic line-up featured artists from [...]
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The Byron Bay Blues Festival was again a huge hit! The annual music festival held for five days over the Easter long weekend had perfect wearther and to top it off- a visit from Bob Dylan! It has previously been held at Belongil Fields in Byron Bay but has now relocated to a new home [...]
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With so much fresh local produce available, eating your way around the countryside is a popular pastime in the Northern Rivers. A number of outlets have been set up to showcase local cuisine, such as the Macadamia Castle at Knockrow just north of Ballina, where you can sample macadamias plain, roasted, salted, honey-coated, chocolate-covered and [...]
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Stretching from the mighty Clarence River up to Tweed Heads on the Queensland border and out to the foothills of the Great Divide, the Northern Rivers region of NSW offers a wealth of diverse holiday experiences. In this one compact region, you’ll discover the endless stretch of Pacific Coast beaches that gave birth to the [...]
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There is over 300 market stalls at the byron bay markets providing not only a major source of income for participants, but also a social and cultural focal point for the whole community. The Byron Bay Market draws people from all over the world that leave raving about the ?lifestyle? here. The market is also [...]
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