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Pottsville Beach Community Markets — Image credit: Pottsville Beach Community Markets

Shopping and Markets

Pottsville Beach Markets

Pottsville Beach Market is a vibrant local favourite, held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month at the Pottsville Beach Neighbourhood Centre (PBNC). With a relaxed beachside village atmosphere, this market is a colourful celebration of community spirit, creativity, and local flavour. Stroll through stalls brimming with farm-fresh produce, plants, homemade treats, local art, crafts, jewellery, clothing, and charming home décor. Whether you're hunting for a thoughtful gift or something tasty for the week ahead, there's always a gem waiting to be found. Enjoy live music and family-friendly fun, while the community BBQ sizzles away—perfect for a snag and a chat with locals. The PBNC Op-Shop is open during market hours too, offering even more treasure-hunting potential. Dogs on leads are welcome, so bring the whole family along! Run by PBNC, all proceeds from the market go straight back into supporting local community development initiatives, making your visit both enjoyable and impactful.

Pottsville NSW

0.1 km away

Picnic on Hasting Point Lookout — Image credit: Tweed Tourism Co/Max & Faye

Natural Attractions

Hastings Point Beach

For tranquillity, head to Hastings Point, promising a retreat from the hubbub of life and a holiday reminiscent of simpler times. Back from the beach, a network of creeks and estuaries guarantee endless water play and moments of calm and you can cue all the anticipated coastal holiday highlights of fishing, low-tide rock pools, river kayaking, crisp fish and chips, caravan parks, barbecues and most other things sure to be on your relaxed getaway checklist.

Hastings Point NSW

3.7 km away

Cabarita Beach — Image credit: Jeffrey Kieffer

Natural Attractions

Cabarita Beach

Cabarita is where boutique luxury meets the simple joy of beachcombing and award-winning menus sit comfortably beside bright surf shops, tiny coffee stops with big flavours and hip homeware stores. The original, and postal name for this pretty little town is Bogangar, an Aboriginal word meaning 'place of many pippies', which refers to the ancient ceremonial shell middens in the area. Caba, as it's known on the street, has hip bars and restaurants, heavenly scented day spas and beach-view bars, famous surf breaks and stunning viewpoints, such as Norries Headland. Families and nature-lovers are drawn here for the sweet picnic spots and play-parks for kids, as well as the birdwatching and water play of Cudgen Lake.

Cabarita Beach NSW

6.6 km away

Cudgen Lake

Natural Attractions

Cudgen Lake

Just near the coastal villages of Cabarita Beach and Bogangar on the Tweed Coast, Cudgen Lake is a hidden wetland treasure surrounded by floodplain forest and rainforests. Look out over the calm waters and you'll see majestic Round Mountain in the south and striking views to the west of Wollumbin Mount Warning in the World Heritage-listed Wollumbin National Park. Great for a family day out, head to Cudgen picnic area and enjoy lunch by the water. The kids will love swimming in the shallow waters of the lake. Launch your canoe or kayak from the boat ramp and head off to explore the nearby creeks. You can also enjoy a day of windsurfing on the lake. Cudgen Lake is occasionally suitable for sailing if there has been a lot of rain for a long time. You can also try your luck fishing, or just sit back and enjoy the tranquility. The lake and surrounding wetlands is also a fantastic spot for birdwatching. Look out for waterbirds like the Australasian grebe or the white-faced heron.

Bogangar NSW

7.0 km away

Cudgen Nature Reserve

National Parks and Reserves

Cudgen Nature Reserve

Visit Cudgen Nature Reserve and you'll quickly leave the hectic Tweed Coast behind, as you surround yourself in a mosaic of beauty and contrasting landscapes. It's a modest reserve, but it's packed full of things to see and do for the whole family. Indulge in picnicking at Cudgen picnic area and admire the dramatic backdrop of Wollumbin Mount Warning. It's also a great spot for birdwatching and home to some of the last remaining koalas on the Tweed Coast, so keep a lookout in the trees around the lake and near Round Mountain. Go sailing on the lake or explore the shorelines and birdlife by kayak or canoe. And if that's not enough, the beach nearby also offers great fishing and surfing.

Bogangar NSW

7.5 km away

Hyundai Surfing Australia High Performance Centre

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Hyundai Surfing Australia High Performance Centre

The Hyundai Surfing Australia High Performance Centre (HPC) is an Olympic Training Centre located in Casuarina NSW, just 15 minutes south of the Gold Coast and 30 minutes north of Byron Bay. In addition to supporting Australian athletes to become the world's best surfers and people, they also offer coaching packages for recreational surfers, training camps for sporting teams and bespoke packages for conferences and corporate events. Their onsite accommodation is located on levels 1 and 2 of the centre and can accommodate up to 42 guests with different room configurations to suit every budget. Groups staying on site have access to a large common area with a fully equipped kitchen, dining tables and lounges which lead directly into the large conference room – the perfect space to keep your team connected.

Casuarina NSW

9.6 km away

Burringbar Gallery Entrance — Image credit: S. Yates

Shopping and Markets

Burringbar Gallery

Burringbar Gallery is a distinctive retail experience that combines global antiques, vintage wares and local arts. Located in the beautiful village of Burringbar, this curated emporium is a collectors dream when visiting The Tweed. Wander through a carefully selected display of traditional and cultural artworks, objects that are unique and unusual and Australian and local artworks to fall in love with. Reminiscent of the cool collectable stores of the recent past, Burringbar Gallery keeps the tradition alive with an unwavering commitment to collecting objects of beauty, functionality and curiosity while embracing sustainability by sourcing secondhand, vintage and antique pieces with a grounding in objects that are handmade from natural materials.

Burringbar NSW

10 km away

Heath's Old Wares & Collectables 19-21 Broadway Burringbar — Image credit: Eva Heath

Shopping and Markets

Heaths Old Wares and Collectables

Heath's Old Wares and Collectables are located in the beautiful village of Burringbar in the Tweed Hinterland. Heath's Old Wares is known for their range of original crates and boxes, baskets, bottles, cream cans, ladders, tools, collectables, unusual treasures, and much more. They love to support other businesses and believe in sustainability. As such, they have been compiling and distributing a reference list called 'The Local Trail' for over 30 years. 'The Local Trail' is a list of the second-hand, antique, and emporium shops that they are aware of, from Chinderah Bay Antiques in the north, south to Ulmarra (30 minutes north of Grafton), west to Casino and Kyogle.

Burringbar NSW

10 km away

Full Racks at Burringbar Collective — Image credit: ruby forrest

Shopping and Markets

Burringbar Collective

Burringbar Collective is a rack rental space that offers pre loved and vintage clothing and accessories in centre of Burringbar, a sleepy village within the Tweed Shire. With racks updated weekly, this is a unique space within the region - offering a sustainable way to shop consciously and encourage recycling while also supporting local community sellers. Burringbar Collective is located above The Barn general store, directly opposite the Rail Trail. Whether you are on two wheels or four, grab a coffee downstairs and come and see for yourself - you never know what you might find!

Burringbar NSW

10 km away

Couples massage with Ripple Massage Day Spa and Beauty, perfect for romantic getaways and weekends

Spas and Retreats

Ripple Kingscliff Massage Day Spa And Beauty

Ripple Massage Day Spa and Beauty brings the day spa experience to guests staying in Kingscliff and across the Northern Rivers of New South Wales. Ripple's hand-picked, professionally qualified massage and beauty therapists travel to hotels, resorts, Airbnbs, holiday accommodation and private homes, bringing professional massage tables, towels, oils and music so guests can simply relax and enjoy their treatment. Guests can choose from relaxation massage, remedial massage, deep tissue massage, pregnancy massage, postpartum massage, couples massage and reflexology, with treatments tailored to individual preferences. Ripple also offers day spa and pampering packages combining massage with treatments such as facials, body scrubs and foot treatments. Couples can enjoy a massage together, with two therapists available for simultaneous treatments when availability allows. Treatments can also be enjoyed one after the other with a single therapist. Ripple is also a popular choice for girls weekends, hens parties, birthdays, baby showers, pamper parties and spa days, with a range of treatments and packages available for groups. Professional, experienced and reliable, Ripple Massage Day Spa and Beauty has been creating massage and day spa experiences since 2005. Ripple services Kingscliff and surrounding Northern Rivers NSW locations including Casuarina, Salt Village, Cabarita Beach, Pottsville, Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay, Bangalow and Mullumbimby.

Kingscliff NSW

13 km away

Tropical Fruit World

Amusement and Theme Parks

Tropical Fruit World

More than just a farm and no ordinary tourist attraction, Tropical Fruit World has been a pioneer for eco-tourism since 1983. Located 20 minutes from Gold Coast Airport—and only 10 minutes drive from Tweed Coast beaches and trendy coastal villages like Kingscliff—come and spend time on a 200-acre working farm featuring over 500 unusual tropical fruits from all over the world, while admiring views out over the region’s tallest mountain, Mt Warning (Wollumbin). At Tropical Fruit World you’ll have a window into farming life and observe how a family farm manages to operate completely in harmony with its surroundings. Explore the in-house nursery, a retail shop with homemade products and shop for fresh produce at the onsite fruit market. Admission tickets include a fully guided Plantation Safari with fruit tasting show, wildlife boat cruise of the island recreation area, fauna park (to meet kangaroos, emus and farm animals) and an introduction to Australian Bush Tucker. There are also workshops and specialty cultural experiences the whole family can enjoy. Don’t depart without eating breakfast or lunch at Plantation Café, which showcases the best fruits in season picked fresh daily. Sampling the jackfruit nachos, dragon fruit cheesecake, or the always popular smashed avocado on sourdough.

Duranbah NSW

13 km away

Relaxing Lounge

Spas and Retreats

The Spa at Salt

The Spa at Salt is a place for the everyday individual to escape, calm the mind, revitalise, truly unwind and take a moment to just be. The Spa at Salt offers a vast range of treatments that give a sense of wellbeing that will allow you to restore the body, be open, present and in the moment, and truly relish in their quiet tranquil environment. They invite you to immerse yourself in their mindfully created spa amenities that have been based on mother nature’s key elements – Air, Water, Fire, Light and Earth. This includes their Elements lounge, calming treatment rooms, Infrared Saunas, a Hydrotherapy Spa, an Ice Bath PEMF Meditation room, LED Lounge and Zen Lounge as well as private change areas with plush robes and towels, so guests are free to express themselves. The Spa at Salt believe in forming an authentic connection with their community and they are dedicated to guiding you to a greater state of balance and wellbeing.

Kingscliff NSW

13 km away

Billinudgel Hotel

Entertainment Venues

Billinudgel Hotel

The historic Billinudgel Hotel is a place where locals and travellers alike come to sip a cold drink, fill up on home cooking and dance until the legs are weary. The traditional pub was established in 1898 and its original charm has been carefully preserved in both its character and the characters it attracts. It's rich in history, and proudly family-owned and operated. This peaceful slice of Australiana is the perfect spot to enjoy a refreshing beverage after a day spent relaxing at the beach or exploring the Byron Bay hinterland. Try their signature Easy Ale and Kenny's Cheeky Pils, brewed especially for Billinudgel Hotel by Earth Beer Company. The kitchen specialises in classic Aussie pub fare and is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, and also offers meal and drink specials every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. You'll find free live music in the beer garden on Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons; check out their website to see what's on. On Fridays, they host a raffle with 6 prizes that benefit different organisations in the local community each month. They also have a pool table, dart board, and tennis court available for your entertainment. The hotel offers ample free parking, wheelchair accessibility, onsite accommodation, numerous function areas and they are dog friendly as well. From their family to yours, welcome to Billinudgel!

Billinudgel NSW

13 km away

School Holiday Activities at Hosanna Farmstay — Image credit: School Holiday Activities at Hosanna Farmstay

Agritourism

Hosanna Farmstay - Experiences

Hosanna Farmstay is more than just an overnight camping spot – it's also open daily for Day Visitors. A Day Visit pass gives you access to the farm's facilities and a range of free activities, including animal feeding, chick cuddles, treasure hunt, waterslide and kayaking. Optional paid activities include the Walking Farm Tour and Meet the Bunnies – bookings essential via the Hosanna Farmstay website. Pack a picnic or enjoy a bite from the onsite café, then relax at one of the many picnic tables or shady spots around the farm. You're also welcome to bring your own gazebo, chairs or picnic blanket to set up for the day.

Stokers Siding NSW

15 km away

Main Room with Fireplace

Shopping and Markets

Haymes Bookshop and Emporium

Haymes Bookshop and Emporium is a literary and cultural institution. The Haymes family have been trading books since 1812. Haymes Bookdealers specialise in fine, old, rare and out of print books across most subjects. Think anything from classical literature, philosophy, the arts, history, vintage children's books to modern thrillers! There is truly something for everyone in this emporium. Don't forget to step through the back room of the shop and you will also find a magical arena with more delights! Beyond the literary arena, the Emporium offers further delights, including a charming cafe that features a rare, handcrafted copper espresso machine—an Italian masterpiece that's as beautiful as the coffee it brews. In the providore section, you'll discover an irresistible selection of local and imported gourmet goods—think artisan cheeses, olives, charcuterie, and handcrafted crackers. Step outside to the back cafe deck, a peaceful spot perfect for relaxing with your book or enjoying a exquisite espresso. Just beyond, you'll find a grassed area that's perfect for soaking up the sunshine. You can even spread out a blanket on the grass and unwind with your family and friends. For your convenience, dedicated car parking is available via the back lane, making it easy to drop in and stay a while. You are guaranteed to leave Haymes Bookshop and Emporium with a satisfied and enriched body, mind and soul.

Kingscliff NSW

15 km away

Rous River Canoe Trail

Natural Attractions

Rous River Canoe Trail

Paddling the Rous River Canoe Trail is a great way to enjoy the Tweed's internationally significant natural environment. The Rous River meets the Tweed River at Tumbulgum, and its sheltered waters will make you quickly feel miles from anywhere. and you will be surprised how tranquil it is on the water. A well-planned trip accounting for tidal flow and paddling with the current is especially enjoyable. Bring your own kayak, canoe or paddleboard on a self-guided adventure.

Tumbulgum NSW

15 km away

Brunswick River picnic area

Natural Attractions

Brunswick River picnic area

Brunswick River picnic area is a great place to enjoy this peaceful coastal reserve, with views of the river and easy-to-access fishing spots. Enjoy lunch with friends and family in the shade of cottonwood hibiscus, which shows its large yellow flowers in the warm weather, and listen to the wind gently whoosh through the swamp oaks. Then cast a line and relax. The access road to this picnic area is lined with many threatened rainforest trees, such as marblewood and stinking laurel (which doesn’t actually stink). In spring, the brilliant purple flowers of the hovea bush decorate the way as well. This quiet spot is ideal for birdwatching. Pied oystercatchers feed on the rocks, while birds of prey - brahminy kites and white-bellied sea eagles – soar overhead. If you’re really lucky, you’ll see an osprey stealthily snatch a fish from the water.

Ocean Shores NSW

16 km away

North Head walking track

Natural Attractions

North Head walking track

It’s a short, easy stroll on North Head walking track from the carpark down through a lovely section of endangered littoral rainforest to the mouth of Brunswick River. Tear yourself away from scenic ocean views and head down this trail for a change of scenery. You may spot a goanna along the way, or a harmless carpet python. For birdwatchers, there are plenty of feathered friends to feast your eyes upon as you walk, such as rainbow bee-eaters. As the name suggests, these birds are brilliantly marked and, although they will eat all sorts of insects, particularly relish a good bee and are immune to the sting. Keep an eye out for this multi-coloured beauty during the warmer months and have your binoculars handy. Two other short tracks also lead from North Head carpark to the ocean beach and to mangrove-lined Marshalls Creek.

New Brighton NSW

16 km away

Floating Sauna on Brunswick River NSW

Spas and Retreats

Bjørn Floating Sauna

BJØRN Floating Sauna is a wellness experience on the stunning Brunswick Heads River. Inspired by the Nordic sauna culture, BJØRN brings together the tradition of wood-fired heat with the natural beauty of Australia's waterways. Step aboard their handcrafted floating sauna boat and enjoy the perfect balance of relaxation, nature, and connection. Choose from shared sessions where you can meet like-minded locals and travellers, or book a private cruise with friends, family, or colleagues. Each session offers time to unwind, rejuvenate, and, for the brave, take a refreshing cold plunge on deck or jump in the river.

Brunswick Heads NSW

16 km away

Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve

National Parks and Reserves

Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve

Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve offers all the pleasures of the great outdoors within easy reach of civilisation. Whether you're into fishing, canoeing, birdwatching or picnicking with a view, come and explore this charming reserve nestled between the townships of Ocean Shores and Brunswick Heads. Spend the whole day fishing on Brunswick River or New Brighton Beach. Drive and walk or cycle all the way to Harrys Hill Beach, on the north bank of the river, for a picnic under shady trees. Head to the north wall to watch for migrating whales in winter. Eagles and kites can also be seen hunting along this northern New South Wales coastline all year round. Take an easy walk from North Head carpark through endangered littoral rainforest on North Head track, or hike a short distance to Marshalls Creek for some more birdwatching. Canoe, boat or paddleboard on Brunswick River and you might just see an endangered loggerhead turtle or a vulnerable green turtle coming up for air. These are just two of the reserve's many threatened animal species.

Brunswick Heads NSW

17 km away

Visitors enjoying the Margaret Olley Art Centre — Image credit: Tweed Regional Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Tweed Regional Gallery and Margaret Olley Art Centre

Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre are housed in a large, modern, architecturally award-winning building with views to Wollumbin/Mount Warning. The Gallery's seven exhibition spaces present a dynamic program of historical to contemporary touring exhibitions, alongside exhibitions showcasing the work of regional and national artists presented exclusively at the Tweed Regional Gallery. The program includes the Olive Cotton Award for photographic portraiture. An extensive collection of portraits representing Australia's diverse community is a highlight of the Gallery's permanent collection. Visitors can participate in a range of complementary public programs and workshops catering for all ages and abilities. The Gallery also includes a workshop and education space, a research library, the Gallery Shop and the Gallery Café with indoor and outdoor seating. The Margaret Olley Art Centre celebrates the career, life and legacy of Margaret Olley, Australia's most celebrated painter of still life and interiors. Margaret Olley Art Centre combines exhibitions, interactives and the permanent re-creation of areas of Olley's famous home studio. Margaret Olley Art Centre is complemented by the Nancy Fairfax Artist in Residence Studio.

South Murwillumbah NSW

17 km away

Massage And Day Spa In Brunswick Heads NSW

Spas and Retreats

Ripple Brunswick Heads Massage Day Spa and Beauty

Looking for an amazing massage or day spa package? Ripple has deluxe spa packages and highly qualified massage therapists. Perfect for girls' weekends, couples' massages, hen parties, girls' getaways, pamper parties and for those who just want to relax. If you are looking for an awesome massage nearby, Ripple is the answer. More than just mobile massage, they offer day spa packages in your home or accommodation, Airbnb or home with free peppermint foot soaks, nourishing face masks, full-body exfoliation, and reflexology. Specialising in relaxation massage, deep tissue massage, remedial massage and pregnancy massage, their team of highly qualified massage therapists come to you.

Brunswick Heads NSW

17 km away

The Brunswick Picture House

Entertainment Venues

The Brunswick Picture House

In a beautiful, sleepy beach town called Brunswick Heads sits a theatre that sat empty for decades… After lying dormant for over 30 years, the curtains lifted on The Brunswick Picture House in March 2016 and it began a new lease on life! Lovingly restored and re-imagined by the creative team behind the internationally acclaimed circus/cabaret sensation "La Soirée", the Brunswick Picture House has captured the imagination and warmed the hearts of the community with its old world charm. Having survived the wreckers ball and the ravages of time, this iconic building's revival has set the stage for a vibrant and charismatic mix of cabaret, comedy, film, live music, circus and family friendly entertainment. It's a true romantic, old fashioned treasure. Since opening in 2016, The Picture House has built up an incredible audience within the Northern Rivers community and beyond. Stats show that the core audience stretches up and down the east coast from Brisbane to Coffs Harbour, with more people making the trip from interstate and overseas each year - especially since they were featured on ABC Backroads in January 2024. Having recently undergone a refurbishment in 2021, including fully accessible facilities, air conditioning and new chairs, the Brunswick Picture House has become a local landmark, establishing itself as a place for people to meet, be inspired, gossip, laugh, and be entertained.

Brunswick Heads NSW

17 km away

NRRT Accessibility — Image credit: Northern Rivers Rail Trail

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Northern Rivers Rail Trail

The Northern Rivers Rail Trail is a shared recreation and nature trail that winds through some of the most picturesque countryside in northern New South Wales. When fully completed, the 132-kilometre trail will connect Murwillumbah to Casino, passing through historic villages, rolling farmland and scenic valleys. Two sections of the trail are now open. The northern section spans 24 kilometres from Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek, passing through Stokers Siding, Burringbar, and Mooball. With a mix of sealed and compact gravel surfaces, it is accessible for walkers, cyclists, and runners. Along the way, cross 16 heritage railway bridges and explore the 524-metre-long Burringbar Range Tunnel, home to glow worms and microbats. The southern section stretches 29.7 kilometres from Casino to Lismore, following the old rail corridor past open countryside, creek crossings and historic railway bridges. This section also features the Naughtons Gap Tunnel, offering a glimpse into the region's rail history. A dedicated bridle pathway provides over 20 kilometres of track for horse riders. Ideal for nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and history buffs, the Northern Rivers Rail Trail offers a unique way to experience the beauty and heritage of the region.

South Murwillumbah NSW

17 km away

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