Ballina
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Family in Ballina
Ballina is a bustling holiday town and service centre and home of the Big Prawn. It's situated at the mouth of the Richmond River, close to superb beaches.
Ballina & Byron Bay Holiday Deals

Discover beautiful Ballina and Byron Bay on the North Coast of NSW with stunning sheltered beaches and unspoilt natural wilderness.
There’s never been a better time to book your trip with fantastic offers on accommodation, flights and car hire. Fly direct to Ballina/Byron from Newcastle with Rex from just $99* each way.
About Ballina
Ballina is popular with visitors looking for a quieter and more family-oriented holiday on the North Coast. The town has a range of accommodation options, especially for those looking for less expensive seaside holidays. It also provides easy access to some of the State's most scenic national parks.
An abundance of food and a subtropical climate make this area very appealing. Be sure to Surf the legendary break at Lennox Head, which is known as the 'Surf Capital of the Far North Coast'.
Events
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- May
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Tuesday 29 May Ballina Fine Food and Wine Festival
*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***The 2011 Fine Food and Wine Festival will be staged in a market ...
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- June
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Sunday 17 June Ballinas Bounty Fine Food and Wine Festival
This is a one day annual event bringing together local food producers, restaurateurs, cafes and wineries in and around the ...
Gallery
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Richmond River, Ballina
Pier at Richmond River in Ballina. Image David Young for Northern Rivers Tourism
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Shelly's Beach Café, Ballina
Shelly's Beach Café overlooking the beach, Ballina. Image David Young for Northern Rivers Tourism
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Lighthouse Beach, Ballina
Lighthouse Beach in Ballina. Image Ballina Tourism
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Big Prawn, Ballina
The Big Prawn in Ballina, Northern Rivers. Image Wildlight.















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