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Rejuvenate yourself in

Byron Bayand Beyond

Just south of theQueensland borderat the eastern mostpoint ofmainland Australia,the Byron regionoffers anastonishing anddiverse holidayexperience.

World Heritagelisted rainforests,market villages,classic surfingtowns, greatorganic food andunforgettableexperiences.

It really is afantastic place torejuvenate.

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Byron Bay and Beyond Must see and do• Walk to the Cape Byron Lighthouse,

Australia’s most easterly point

• Refresh yourself on the Lyrebird

Walk at Mt Warning

• Learn to surf anywhere from

Kingscliff to Angourie Point

• Visit one of the region’s arts, crafts

and produce markets

• Tour the World Heritage-listed

Rainforest Way

• Enliven your holiday through the

region’s rich calendar of social,

cultural, sporting and

entertainment events.

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 is an

intriguing blend of old-school and

new-age.

It’s where the world’s largest expanse

of subtropical rainforest meets

mountains forged from ancient

volcanoes, overlooking more than

300 kilometres of spectacular

coastline.

In this one compact region,

you’ll discover the endless

stretch of Pacific Coast beaches

that gave rise to the Australian

surfing legend; lush rolling

countryside dotted with quaint

and quirky townships; rugged

cattle country; mystical

rainforests; and deep river

Counter-culturalists, environmentalists, farmers,

artists, academics, entertainers, entrepreneurs

and more co-exist in a unique collection of

communities.

If nothing else, they have this in common; an

appreciation that this region offers an unrivalled

quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

gorges disappearing up into the mountains.

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Suggested ItinerariesBody & Soul – Discover YourselfThe Treasure Trail

Breakfast overlooking the sea at Salt Villageis a great way to start your four day tour todiscover the treasures of the NorthernRivers.Explore the Tweed-Byron coastline with itsrugged headlands, idyllicpicnic spots, legendary fishing, a string offunky coastal villages and no end of excitingthings to see and do. Take a short driveinland to Mt Warning and stretch your legson the beautiful rainforested Lyrebird Track.Take a drive along the country roadsstopping at the villages and finding thoseantique or art treasures, or a drink at thecountry pub on the Tweed riverfront orvillage café/restaurant. Closer to Byron Bay,the hinterland drive from Brunswick Headsvia Mullumbimby and its colourful shoppingcentre uncovers many treasures to be found.Stop in at Crystal Castle before continuingalong Coolamon Scenic Drive where thereare spectacular lookouts with panoramicviews over Byron Bay.Explore Bangalow with its excellent cafes,galleries, antique & designer homewaresbefore headingdown the old Bangalow Rd to Byron Bay.Byron Bay offers the delights of awardwinning cuisine, excellent shopping forhandcrafted items and plenty of air, sea andland activities to choose from. There areregular monthly markets in many of thevillages including Mullumbimby, Bangalowand Byron Bay.

Dawn at the Byron Bay Lighthouse isdefinitely one for life’s “must-do” list.The region is something of a mecca foryoga students and indeed, here you willfind practitioners of many alternativehealth and healing modalities. After awalk and some intense meditation,you’ve earned breakfast at one ofByron’s many gourmet cafes. If yourinner being needs some R&R, there arescores of short courses, classes andworkshops to choose from. There areart workshops and regular drum, danceand cooking classes that nourish bothbody and soul – and are a lot of fun!Whether you are passionate or justcurious about new age and alternativelifestyles and philosophies, Byron is theplace for you.A trip to Nimbin, spiritual home ofAustralia’s alternative lifestylemovement is easy from Byron Bay.Nimbin’s main street is like nowhereelse on earth, so sit back in one of the

cosmic cafes and enjoy the passingparade. The Nimbin Museum documentsthe Aquarius Festival and over thirty yearsof hippie culture. Drive via the NightcapNational Park and experience MinyonFalls which plunge 100 metres fromforested cliffs into a deep, palmfilledgorge. Nearby is Rocky Creek Dam, a greatplace for a picnic and quaint countryvillages where you can get an excellentcoffee!

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How to get there

EventsBluesfest, Byron Bay (East Coast Blues and Roots Festival)

Easter long weekend, 2010

Lismore Lantern ParadeJune 2010

Wintersun, Tweed/Coolangatta (Rock & Roll Nostalgia Retro event)

June 2010

Byron Bay Writers FestivalAugust 2010

Rivafest, BallinaNovember 2010

Jacaranda Festival, GraftonOctober/November 2010

By CarThe region is accessed via the Pacific Highway, the Summerland Way

and the New England Highway.

By TrainCountryLink Rail Services operate between Sydney and Brisbane,

stopping at Casino.

By Bus/CoachA variety of small and large coach services connect most of the main

towns across the region with air and rail hubs.

By AirInternational: Gold Coast Airport, Brisbane Airport. Domestic: Ballina-

Byron Gateway, Lismore Regional Airport, Grafton Regional Airport.

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Accommodation

Santai Casuarina Beach9 Dianella Drive, Casuarina,NSW 2489

The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa77-97 Broken Head Road, Byron Bay,NSW 2481Phone: +61 2 6639 2000Fax: +61 2 6639 2199Email: info@thebyronatbyron.com.auWebsite: www.thebyronatbyron.com.au

Discover Natural Luxury at The Byron at ByronResort and Spa. Set amongst a stunning 45 acresub tropical rainforest, moments from TallowBeach and only a short drive or cycle to the iconicByron Bay township. This is a place to indulge,with nurturing spa treatments, daily yoga orsimply relax on the wide open verandahs.

Apartments Inn Byron20-22 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay,NSW 2481Phone: +61 2 6620 9600Fax : +61 2 6685 8337Email: fo@apartmentsinnbyron.com.auWebsite: www.apartmentsinnbyron.com.au

Friday on the Beach45 Lawson Street,Byron Bay, NSW 2481Phone: +61 2 6685 6373Fax: +61 2 6685 5513Email: mary@fridayonthebeach.com.auWebsite: www.fridayonthebeach.com.au

Outrigger Twin Towns ResortCnr Griffith & Wharf Streets,Coolangatta, QLD 4225Phone: +61 7 5536 2121Fax: +61 7 5536 8899Email: twintowns@outrigger.com.auWebsite: www.outrigger.com

With a prime position overlookingthe beaches of the Southern GoldCoast and the sparkling waters ofthe Tweed River, this 4 ½ starresort offers an unparalleled level ofpremium facilities, and is a shortstroll away from the heart ofCoolangatta’s cosmopolitan diningand shopping experience.

White sands and blue waters will greet you at Friday on the Beach in the

heart of Byron. Situated on Byron’s absolute beachfront, this property isunique and very special with only 19 rooms making it exclusive andpersonal with warm and experienced staff. The king suites are spaciousand well appointed facing north and east with a huge warp aroundbalcony overlooking the stunning ocean.

Apartments Inn Byron is a brand new 43 room apartment complex in the centreof Byron Bay. Surrounded by restaurants and cafes, we are minutes walk fromthe beach and everything that is Byron. Facilities include guest pool,complimentary under-ground parking & local INN sight into the best of Byron.

Phone: +61 02 6670 5500Fax: +61 02 6670 5505Email: fom@domainresorts.com

Website:www.santairesort.com.au

Set on 3.5 kilometres ofpristine beachfront,Santai Casuarina Beachoffers a secludedboutique environmentproviding luxuryaccommodation like noother. The rooms arespacious and haveeverything you need,available in one or twobedroom studios.

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Attractions

Tweed Endeavour CruisesPO Box 596, Tweed Heads,NSW, 2485Phone: +6 17 5536 8800Fax: +6 17 5536 8079Email: sonya@goldcoastcruising.comWebsite: www.goldcoastcruising.com

Explore the unique waterways of theTweed aboard our activities based CrabCatching Cruise. Highlights include fishing,crab catching, yabbie pumping, birdfeeding and a mouth watering lunch. Orsimply relax on our River and RainforestTours as you cruise to the historical villageof Tumbulgum. Private charters available.

Byron EasyBusPO Box 616, Byron Bay,NSW 2481Phone: +61 2 6685 7447Fax: +61 2 6685 6727Email: info@byronbus.comWebsite: www.byroneasybus.com.au

BluesfestPO Box 1606, Byron Bay, NSW 2481Phone : +61 2 6685 8310Fax: +61 2 6685 8370Email: admin@bluesfest.com.au

Cape Byron Kayaks6 Blackbutt Place, Byron Bay, NSW 2481Phone : +61 2 6680 9555Fax: +61 2 6680 9961Email: alice@capebyronkayaks.comWebsite: www.capebyronkayaks.com

Mojo Surf2/9 Marvell St, Byron Bay, NSW 2481Phone : +61 2 6639 5100

Fax: +61 2 6639 5111Email: ian@mojosurf.comWebsite: www.mojosurf.com

Bluesfest is an annual event whichis held overEaster each year inByron Bay. 2010 marks its21stbirthday. There are over 100artists/bands performing, 200+overall performances, across 6

stages over 5 days. In addition there are dozens of food and market stalls, 4bars, undercover food courts, plenty of chill-out areas, a kids club and carnivalrides. Bluesfest also offers camping for up to 6,500 people.

iconic Australian pastime and Mojosurfprovides some of the best lessons on theeast coast. Surfing in Byron Bay is trulyand awesome experience to, come livethe dream with Mojosurf.

BYRON EASYBUS operates a doorto door airport shuttle services upto six times a day betweentheiconic coastal village of Byron Bayand Brisbane, Gold Coast andBallina Airports. Our scheduleensures passengers are metarriving and departing atBrisbane Airport on earlymorningflights, throughout theday and evening. AGENTSbookings can be made and paidfor ONLINE. Pay with either Visaor MasterCard at NETT RATE,email to info@byronbus.com andthey will create your AgentBooking Code.

Experience all the fun and adventure ofour guided tour. Paddle with thedolphins, the turtles and the whales thatfrequent the enticing waters of ByronBay. Whether you are a novice orexperienced kayaker, your adventure willinclude paddling our gorgeous MarinePark, the waves, the wilderness andmorning or afternoon tea with Tim Tamson a beautiful beach. Cape Byron Kayaksis the original kayaking tour in ByronBay. Our professional guides share awealth of local knowledge, taking care ofall your needs and making yourexperience a safe and memorable one.Visit www.riversoflife.com.au for moreinformation

Mojosurf operates daily out of ByronBay and runs 4hr surf lessons on un-crowded remote beaches. Surfing is an