Whian Whian State Conservation Area

Just to the north of Lismore, Whian Whian State Conservation Area was formed to protect an area that surrounds Nightcap National Park. This charming area and its surrounds are chock-full of fantastic, fun things to do outdoors. It’s a great spot from which to enjoy some of the day walks in the area, take a […]

Terania Creek Picnic Area

The grassy Terania Creek picnic area is an ideal place to relax for a picnic or barbecue lunch with family and friends in Nightcap National Park. This special area was the scene of protests to save the rainforests of NSW from further logging. Aside from its natural beauty, it is an important part of the […]

Nightcap National Park

Nightcap National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, is a dramatically beautiful park full of ancient rainforests, magical waterways and spectacular views. The lush rainforest provides a home for the newly discovered nightcap oak as well as a number of threatened animal species, including Albert’s lyrebird and Fleay’s barred frog […]

Minyon Falls lookout

The view from the Minyon Falls lookout is the best in the area. From the lookout platform, you can admire not only the falls themselves but the valley beneath, on a clear day you might be lucky and see out to the coast. Watch the cascades flow over Minyon Falls to a deep palm-shaded gorge […]

Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens

This is one of the new style botanic gardens, featuring local native plants almost exclusively and with very few manicured garden beds. Prunings, mulch and natural ground covers help to create and sustain this natural environment, resulting in a collection of beautiful healthy plants. Only started in 2002 some areas of the Gardens are still […]

Lismore Memorial Baths

The Lismore Memorial Baths is located in the heart of the city, offering excellent facilities in a convenient location. The facilities include an eight-lane 50-metre lap pool, a four-lane 25-metre lap pool, a toddler splash pool, and Swimsations Swim School. All pools are solar-heated. As well as superb swimming facilities and changerooms, the Lismore Memorial […]

Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre

Goonellabah Sports & Aquatic Centre is an aquatics, sports and fitness centre operated by Lismore City Council. It provides a family friendly environment to play sport, work out and cool off. There are learn-to-swim classes for toddlers to adults, an onsite creche and holiday vacation care programs. With a range of sports – Futsal, Pickleball, […]

Rummery Park campground

Rummery Park campground is a small but well-equipped spot for camping near Byron Bay and Lismore. This campground, ideal for families, is the perfect place to base yourself if you want to enjoy the many fantastic trails within Whian Whian State Conservation Area and Nightcap National Park. From here, you can take a short walk […]

Melville House

Melville House Bed and Breakfast Lismore has developed into a fantastic Art Deco 4.5 Star Bed and Breakfast over the 25 years it has been in operation. People come from near and far to stay at Melville House, an exquisitely appointed bed and breakfast in Lismore. The house itself has been in the family for […]

Masala Fusion

Located in the heart of Lismore, Masala Fusion Indian restaurant aims to maintain the high expectations of world renowned Indian food by offering authentic flavours of India. The experienced chefs from regional places of India present the most perfect curry that takes you back to the Golden Era of India! Dishes on the menu range […]