Welcome to Ballina
Coast and Hinterland
There are numerous riverlets and many shore based fishing spots as the Richmond River widens and flows through the township of Ballina to the rock walls and out to sea.
Ballina is located about a 30 minute drive south of Byron Bay. The Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is located here and regular jet services are provided to Sydney and Melbourne.
The Ballina area was first home to the wider Bundjalung Nation and was a meeting place for the Bundjalung people. The Bundjalung people in the area were treated to a smorgasbord of seafood and bush tucker. The remnants of elaborate fish traps still exist on North Creek. These traps consisted of rock walls surrounding small pools, fish would become trapped as the tide began to ebb.
Because of its geographical position it was only natural that Ballina was one of the first places settled by white man. The Ballina Naval & Maritime Museum provides a detailed insight into the history of the area. All major transport was carried out by ship, with the Richmond River providing a natural transport link to settlements further inland and a means of transporting red cedar downstream to be shipped around the globe. When the supply of timber began to dwindle dairy farming became the next big industry in the area.
Today Ballina is a modern regional town offering all types of accommodation, shopping and eateries, with a river that is a natural magnet for visitors and locals.
At Fawcett Park, in the town centre, you can enjoy al fresco dining with river vistas while the kids play nearby. The beaches of Ballina are magnificent surfing beaches. Lighthouse Beach and Shelley Beach are easily accessed. Entry to South Ballina Beach is accessed via the car ferry and offers outstanding surfing and beach fishing with 4WD access.
Ballina Listings
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Ballina Colonial Motel offers a quiet location away from the main thoroughfare and
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Location: 9 Bangalow Road, Ballina NSW 2478, AustraliaWebsite: http://www.ballinacolonialmotel.com.au/Phone: 0266867691
@ByronBayTaxis - Open 24'7 We are Byron Bay’s most trusted taxi service. Locally owned and
Location: 17 Grevillea Street, Byron Bay NSW 2481, AustraliaWebsite: https://byronbaytaxis.com/Phone: 0266209200
Open now Restaurant wholesaler · Fish market · Food service distributor We are "The largest supplier of FRESH
Location: 480 River Street, West Ballina Ballina, NSW 2478, AustraliaWebsite: https://www.northernriversseafood.com.au/Phone: 02 6686 2187
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Location: 6 River Street, Ballina NSW, AustraliaWebsite: https://www.discoverballina.com.au/visit/Phone: 1800 777 666
Open now Welcome Welcome to the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, the heart of the Northern Rivers region.
Location: Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, Southern Cross Drive, Ballina NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.ballinabyronairport.com.auPhone: 02 6681 1858
Closes in 1 hour 16 minutes With the Ramada worldwide reputation of over 887 hotels in 47 countries, you will find that Ramada
Location: Ramada Hotel And Suites Ballina, Martin Street, Ballina, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.ramadaballinabyron.com.auPhone: 02 66 181 000
Yamba Airport Shuttle servicing Yamba and the Lower Clarence With the Ballina/Byron Airport and
Location: 134 Jubilee St, Townsend NSW 2463, AustraliaWebsite: www.yambashuttle.com.auPhone: 02 66 453 200 or 0428 055 479
TIG, MIG & STICK
Location: 2/20 Ray O'Neill Cres, Ballina New South Wales, AustraliaPhone: 0401 045 409
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Website: www.wiresnr.orgPhone: 02 6 6281 898
Closes in 1 hour 16 minutes A relaxing spa treatment is the perfect way to wind down after a hard day’s work, or an afternoon of
Location: Frangipani Beauty Spa, Moon Street, Ballina NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.frangipanibeautyspa.com.auPhone: 02 6686 8486
Open now STANDARD ROOMS Comfortable ground floor airconditioned, ensuited rooms at the side of the
Location: Ballina Byron Islander Resort and conference centre, 1 Ronan Place, Ballina NSW, AustraliaWebsite: BallinaByronIslanderResort.com.auPhone: 02 6686 8866
Ballina Pool and Water Slide is currently closed and undergoing renovation. Please check back soon
Location: Ballina Memorial Swimming Pool & Waterslide, River Street, Ballina NSW, Australia
Closes in 1 hour 16 minutes Explore Our Coast And Hinterland Jingi Wahla, or welcome, to the Ballina Coast & Hinterland,
Location: Ballina Visitor Information Centre, Ballina NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.discoverballina.com.au/visitPhone: 02 6686 3484
Located in central Ballina , With only a short walk to the RSL Club and other great shopping and
Location: 4 Kerr Street, Ballina NSW, AustraliaPhone: 02 66 815 677
Closes in 1 hour 16 minutes Born in Lismore, New South Wales, and based at his Ballina Gallery, David Mackay Harrison is a
Location: David Mackay Harrison, Bayview Drive, East Ballina NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.dmhart.com.auPhone: 02 6686 3053
Closes in 1 hour 16 minutes Byron Car Hire is the original car hire operation in Byron Bay. Est in 1975 back in the days of the
Location: Byron Car Hire, Byron Bay NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.simmonsbyronbay.com.au/pages/car-hire-byron-bayPhone: 02 66 856638
Closes in 1 hour 16 minutes With a huge range of facilities and activities for kids, it is the perfect destination for an action
Location: 25 Fenwick Drive, East Ballina NSW 2478, AustraliaWebsite: www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/nsw/north_coast/ballinaPhone: 02 6686 3953
Open now If you’re looking for a dog-friendly caravan park in an incredible waterside location and with a
Location: Reflections Holiday Parks Shaws Bay, Brighton Street, East Ballina NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.reflectionsholidayparks.com.au/park/shaws-bayPhone: 02 6686 2326
Open now If convenience is high on your list of holiday essentials, along with a welcoming and relaxed vibe
Location: Reflections Holiday Parks Ballina Central, River Street, Ballina NSW, AustraliaWebsite: www.reflectionsholidayparks.com.au/park/ballina-central/Phone: 02 6686 2220
Open now Welcome to Wallace & Co – Online Clothing and Fashion Store Wallaces is a locally owned
Location: Wallace Clothing Store, River Street, Ballina, New South Wales, AustraliaWebsite: www.wallaces.com.auPhone: 02 66 862 081
