The holiday day resort town of Ballina in the Northern Rivers Region of New South Wales is a perfect holiday destination because everything you need is at hand! Ballina lies at the entrance to the Richmond River and the town is surrounded on three sides by water - with ocean, river estuary, lakes and beautiful coastline all available nearby for range of recreational activities. These activities include angling, kayaking, canoeing, general boating, river and ocean cruises, hire boats, swimming, surfing, jet skis, sailing, and simply relaxing at the beach. The most popular beaches are Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach, both of which are patrolled during the summer months. Shaws Bay Lagoon located just inside the river mouth is a popular swimming and family spot. The fishing is superb with all
types available - breakwater, boat, beach and the local Fish Coop has fabulous fresh fish available if your own fishing is unsuccessful! Ballina has an excellent range of recreational and holiday facilities and there is lots of accommodation to choose from. To the north is world-famous sufing and night-spot of Byron Bay with all its exciting range of activities and entertainment. The popular Lake Ainsworth is closeby, and to the south is the bushwalking and camping haven of Broadwater National Park. There are always lots of things to see, do and enjoy in Ballina. Entertainment is centred on # Paddy McGinty's Hotel # Australian Hotel # Westower Tavern # Ballina RSL # Ballina Hotel. Events in Ballina include: Ballina Markets, Harvest Fair, Boxing Day Races in Ballina, Annual Show and Shine in
Ballina.