The Northern Rivers Region on the far North Coast of NSW, extends from Coolangatta / Tweed Heads, and the New South Wales - Queensland border, in the North, to the Clarence River mouth in the South (The towns of Yamba and Iluka are included in the North Coast region). As well as pristine beaches, a thriving entertainment scene and a stunning coastline, the Northern Rivers Region features the 2nd largest extinct volcano in the world. There are also pockets of remnant rainforest in the hinterland, offering a wide range of activities and attractions based on water based (coastal, estuary, river, lakes) and land based recreation. The area is very popular with tourists and has an outstanding range of options and facilities. The climate in the Northern Rivers area is sub-tropical with warm temperatures
all year round making it ideal for outdoor activities and adventures. Holiday makers from all over the world love the area for its beautiful rainforests, rugged headlands and sheltered bays, pristine surf beaches and the wide variety of recreational entertainment facilities. The region has an exciting lifestyle, a thriving entertainment scene, a vibrant local community. There are a huge array of events throughout the year with a scheduled set of community markets at the local towns, many festivals and other entertainment events and the Northern Rivers Region is a centre for alternative lifestyles.