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2 | SECTION NAME DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 3 Our Region The Richmond Valley...... 06 Region Map ...... 09 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Rich in History...... 10 Casino ...... 28 Evans Head ...... 36 Richmond Valley Council Broadwater ...... 42 respectfully acknowledges Woodburn ...... 46 all of the traditional New Italy...... 47 custodians of the land Coraki ...... 50 within the Richmond Valley Rappville ...... 55 Council area. We pay our Maps ...... 64 respect to elders past, present, and emerging. ACTIVities
Natural Wonders ...... 12 Drives ...... 15 Beaches ...... 16 Scenic Walks ...... 18 Events ...... 20 Things to see and do in the Richmond Valley...... 56 History, Art and Culture ...... 60 EVENTS
A Country Tale...... 22 Enjoy the Outdoors...... 23 © 2020 Richmond Valley Council Cultural Charm...... 24 Designed and produced by Wild Honey Creative for Richmond Valley Council Signature Events...... 26 Photography by Wild Honey Creative, Mikaela Mazzer, Paul Daley, Richmond Valley Council, Transport NSW, Dallas Knock, Hayley Hancock, Steve Cselka, Kylie Kneipp, Scott Rawstone, Dee Hartin and Jasmine Cheeseman. While the publishers of this Visitors Guide have made all reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of information contained here at the time of printing, Richmond Valley Council and Wild Honey Creative assume | | no4 responsibility ACKNOWLEDGEMENT for any errors or omissions that may have occurred.DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU This Guide may not be produced in whole RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE 5 or in part, without the written permission of Richmond Valley Council. Our Region The Richmond Valley
Located in the heart of the Northern Rivers in NSW, the Richmond Valley is a sanctuary waiting for you to discover. explore next door
Reef meets beef in the Richmond Valley. The Valley is full of vibrant festivals TOP FIVE From our pristine blue ocean waters and throughout the year – don’t miss experiences in white sands, to luscious farming land and highlights such as the Primex Field outdoor adventures — we welcome you to Days, the Casino Beef Week Festival Richmond Valley ‘explore next door’. and Casino Truck Show, the Coraki Our World Heritage-listed rainforests and Assault Water Ski Race, the Woodburn rugged mountain escapes are perfect for Riverside Festival and the Evans Head 1 Explore our national parks the adventurer or for those who enjoy Fishing Classic and Evans Head Take a dip at our scenic taking in the best nature has to offer. Malibu Classic. 2 beaches The region offers opportunities for Whether your passion is delving into 3 four-wheel driving, camping, bushwalking, rich history, arts and culture, enjoying Visit our historic villages photography, bird watching, and water natural wonders or relaxing near the 4 activities such as fishing, boating, skiing, ocean, we welcome you to discover it Try some local surf and turf kayaking and paddle boarding. all here in the Richmond Valley. 5 Check out our museums and galleries
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#sylvalagoon8 | SECTION NAME @primexaus DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU@olivegapfarm RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 9 Rich IN Wahlubal; Yugambeh; Birihn; Bandjalang; HISTORY Wudjebal; Wiyabal; Wuhyabal; Minyangbal; Ngaraakwal; Ngarrahngbal; Nyangbal; Barryugil; Gidhabal; Galibal; and Githabul. Chinamans Beach Over the years the Richmond Valley has experienced significant changes in lifestyle, industry and people. During the 19th Century the driving force in production and employment was primary production with sugar cane, boating, timber and farming industries all booming. As the strength of these industries lessoned during the 20th Century the area divided into an Broadwater Lookout urbanised coastal strip and inland The area known today as the Northern agricultural and township areas. Rivers was occupied by the Bundjalung- Broadwater Sugar Mill The traditional custodians speaking peoples, made up of an The Richmond Valley has many significant estimated 20 different language groups. historical points of interest and stories of the land surrounding the from days gone by. If you are a lover of Casino area, or Djanangmum The Bundjalung Nation has become a history these top five historical sites to general term for the whole language area see are perfect for you: as it is known to Aboriginal stretching along the far north east coast people, are the Galibal people. of NSW and the southern eastern coast 1 Richmond Valley museums The Mid Richmond is home of Queensland. It extends from Grafton on the Clarence River in the south, to the 2 Broadwater Sugar Mill to the Bandjalang people, and Logan River in the north, and inland as far Rappville is home to the as the Great Dividing Range at Tenterfield 3 World Heritage national parks and Warwick. Birihn people. 4 Rileys Hill Dry Dock At the time of first European contact in the 1800s there were up to 20 dialects 5 Dirawong Reserve in the Bundjalung Nation including: Dirawong Reserve
10 | OUR REGION DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 11 Bundjalung National Park Bundjalung National Park surrounds a variety of environments which feature water, including beaches, rivers, wetlands and lagoons. You’ll find different types of NATURAl plants, animals and birds in each one. WONDERS Launch a canoe or kayak from the pontoon at Jerusalem Creek and paddle the tranquil tea-tree lined waters of Jerusalem Creek. A popular place for Bundjalung National Park paddling on the North Coast, the route offers the perfect combination of convenience and seclusion. If you want a water-based adventure without getting your feet too wet, When you’ve finished paddling, it could be hard to pass up the stretch your legs along Jerusalem Creek chance to paddle up the Evans River walk, enjoy a picnic at Booroora picnic at the northern tip of Bundjalung area or stay overnight at Black National Park. Rocks Campground.
Richmond Range National Park Richmond Range is 45km north west of Casino accessed from the Broadwater National Park Bruxner Highway. It is renowned for its rare gum species and the World Heritage-listed rainforest Broadwater National Park It’s a short steep walk through wooded on Cambridge Plateau. Walking tracks forest (dominated by coastal banksia are located throughout the park and Situated between the villages of and grass trees) up onto Broadwater camping is available at Peacock Creek Broadwater and Evans Head, Broadwater Headland for magnificent scenic and Cambridge Plateau. National Park is a great place for hiking, views over the Pacific Ocean, and south bird watching and whale watching. to Evans Head and Goanna Headland. Relax over a leisurely picnic lunch at the Broadwater picnic ground before Keep an eye out for whales and dolphins exploring the park or take advantage migrating north from June to August, and of the nearby beach and go swimming, back towards the Southern Ocean from surfing or fishing. September to November.
12 | ACTIVITIES DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 13 DRIVES Doubleduke State Forest Doubleduke State Forest covers an area of around 2600 hectares and is located adjacent to the New Italy Museum Complex. The State forest conserves swamp and grassy sclerophyll forest and freshwater wetlands. The conservation areas are of spiritual significance to the Bundjalung people. Situated within the forest is a cross- country mountain bike trail network. The trails are for the exclusive use of mountain bikes only. For more Richmond Valley discover some of the best ocean views information visit dirtywheels.org Hinterland Drive 31 on the east coast of Australia, the most open and most secluded fishing spots, From Casino, head west towards magnificent national park walks steeped Hogarth Range and onto Mallanganee Bungawalbin National Park in an amazing wealth of rich Aboriginal Lookout. This area is a high plateau of history, and abundant native flora, fauna The Bungawalbin and Yarringully rich volcanic soils, supporting a growing and birdlife, fabulous rivers and open parks and reserves are made up diversity of orchards and farming beaches and a highly recommended of Bungawalbin National Park, activities. Admire the views and listen surf break. Bungawalbin Nature Reserve, to the sound of the bell and whip birds, Bungawalbin State Conservation keeping your eyes peeled for native Mid Richmond Area, Yarringully Nature Reserve and wildlife as you cruise through the Historical Waterways Yarringully State Conservation Area. landscape. Labradorite, a semi-precious This full day tour will provide you Located approximately 30 gemstone, can be found on Hogarth with an insight into the history of the kilometres west of Evans Head, they Range; please seek permission from settlement of the Mid Richmond area. collectively cover an area of 6701 property owners before entering On your tour you will pass through open hectares. The parks and reserves private property. pastures and serene paperbark forests, are part of a large contiguous with opportunity for refreshing dips in wetlands system which contains Richmond Valley tranquil creeks and rivers, indulgent important floodplain subtropical Coastal Drive 26 picnics, fishing, canoeing, swimming rainforest, coastal swamp forests This drive takes you through an area and photography in a natural and and coastal floodplain wetlands. that is still one of the region’s best kept peaceful environment. secrets. You’ll be surprised when you
14 | ACTIVITIES DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 15 Shark Bay Shark Bay is a small, semi-secluded beach next to the southern break wall of the Evans River. It is popular with board riders and families with small children. Board riders especially enjoy riding the waves which sweep around the headland Shark Bay on the early morning rising tides.
Airforce Beach BEACHES Airforce Beach is located to the north of Main Beach and can be accessed Half Tide via Terrace Street. This beach is 4WD accessible and no permit is required to Half Tide beach is located at the base of drive on the beach. Road rules and speed Goanna Headland and can be seen from Evans Head Main Beach limits apply. Airforce Beach is pet-friendly Razorback Lookout. The beach is popular year round and is popular for those for surfing, fishing and sunbaking. wishing to have a true coastal experience. The track down to Half Tide is around The Richmond Valley is home 1km long from the carpark and is steep Chinamans Beach and rocky in certain places. to some of northern NSW’s Broadwater Beach Bound by the native bushland of best beaches. Our coastal Broadwater Beach is nestled aside the Bundjalung National Park, this secluded village of Evans Head has a Broadwater National Park and is littered beach is a short drive from Evans Head with coffee rock, colourful sands and number of beautiful beaches township. Follow the walking track from rolling dunes. This semi-secluded beach is Chinamans Beach car park, down to one which all offer different ideal for whale watching during the winter of the most peaceful locations along experiences and activities. months, and the surrounding coastal the North Coast. You will enjoy endless heaths provide excellent bird watching coastal views from walking trails onto From secluded coves, to rocky opportunities in spring. Goanna Headland where interpretive inlets, and large stretches of signs explain the significance of this site coastline, Evans Head offers Main Beach to the Bandjalang People. the ideal coastal experience. Patrolled during summer months, Main Beach is situated at the mouth of Watsons Beach the Evans River and is just 100m from Located on the Evans River, right before the local caravan park. The Surf Lifesaving the river mouth, Watsons Beach is a Club is located at the northern end of small and protected beach suitable for Main Beach and is open seven days swimmers of all ages. The rock edges a week serving cold drinks and surrounding the beach provide an excellent point for fisherman to cast their café-style food. rods and catch some of the local seafood such as bream, whiting and flathead.
16 | ACTIVITIES DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 17 Paddle Routes The Richmond Valley is awash with wonderful places to explore on water. Discover Richmond Valley by kayak, canoe, or stand Scenic up paddleboard on one of the Walks Richmond Valley’s paddle routes. The Richmond Valley paddle routes will take you on a journey from beaches to national parks. Each route provides detailed information on paddling in the Richmond Valley. The guides are available on discoverrichmondvalley.com.au and at visitor information centres.
Dirawong Reserve Kayaking at Sylva Lagoons Primitive Bush Camp
Federation Heritage Walk Riverbank Walk Casino’s history can be seen in the The Richmond River’s banks leisurely Shop your streets which retain many fine examples wrap around Casino, offering delightful of original architecture. A building views and peaceful strolls for all ages. style boom in the 1930s resulted in Art Deco On mild winter and hot summer days the architecture also featuring prominently. Richmond River is the place to cool your Just Real Women is These lovingly restored buildings in the feet, spy a platypus or catch a river zephyr just that, for real women older precincts of Casino tell tales of the while enjoying a picnic or refreshing cup catering for most shapes way life once was in the town. of tea. The water birds play amongst the and sizes. Most brands bubbling pools and rocks of the natural are made from natural river bed all year round. fibres as we all know that it is hard to feel nice if we Dirawong Reserve don’t feel comfortable. Take a leisurely walk across Goanna Life is too short to wear Headland and discover the hidden gems boring clothes so pop in of Evans Head. The walking trail takes you and have a browse. We from Razorback Lookout to Chinamans would love to help you. Beach and exposes you to the natural 76A Walker Street heaths, local wildlife and spectacular Casino’s Riverbank Walk Just Real Women Casino rocky headlands. 02 6662 3387 18 | ACTIVITIES DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 19 come back in November for the annual EVENTS Coraki Assault Water Ski Race. Don’t want to get your feet too wet? Sit on the bank overlooking the expansive Richmond River at Woodburn for the Northern Rivers Ski Club Elevated Barefoot Figure 8 competition in September. Growing at a rapid rate, the competition is great for spectators to watch the hair-raising twists and turns of skilled skiers in a state-of-origin battles. Malibu Classic Get set to see NSW vs QLD as each skier tries not to be the first to tumble. great waves, great surfing and an array As the weather heats up, the surfers of night time activities to enjoy together. converge on Evans Head for one of Running for more than 27 years, the Australia’s most renowned national Classic will slide you back to scenes from longboard competitions - The Evans Head Endless Summer and is a perfect long Malibu Classic. The four-day event offers weekend to enjoy the sun, surf and sand.
Events spanning juniors, cadets, adults and The Richmond Valley offers you a teams. A full seven days of fishing based package deal with a country-to-coast in the coastal paradise of Evans Head in experience rolled into a weekend full of July not only gives you a chance to create events and activities. the perfect selfie with that sought after big snapper, but an opportunity to take We are crazy about the weird and the old tinny around one of Australia’s wonderful, so be prepared to see cattle hidden treasures. lining the main street, warbirds whizzing through the air, carnival fever heating If you prefer to entrench yourself with your dancing shoes and rivers lined with the locals, then swing by in September people hoping for the catch of the day. for the annual round up of river pests at the Casino Carp Muster. With the pristine Richmond River carving across our Valley — and a coastline to If you’re travelling in March than rival an island holiday — the Richmond pull up stumps in Coraki to see the Valley has a place to cast a line, or dip a speed demons from Tweed Ski Club toe in, from the inland rural paradise to converge on Coraki for the Craig the beach luxe on the coast. Shepherd Memorial Ski Race. Watch the exhilarating display at the junction of The Evans Head Fishing Classic in July is the Richmond and Wilson rivers where a staple for the entire family with more boats will race at speeds of up to 150 than $80,000 in prizes and categories kilometres per hour. The speedsters
20 | ACTIVITIES DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 21 a country tale enjoy the If you’re escaping the city grind outdoors or looking to venture off the highway for a traveller’s weekend Casino Fun Run rest, Casino has you covered for Need a great youth event? Crankfest a country experience. has you covered. A celebration of youth, Sample a slice of lifestyle — culture and arts, Crankfest is held at Damper cooking over a campfire, vintage Richmond Valley style — by Evans Head and brings to life everything machinery cogs turning slowly and draught our youth love. Join in the skating and horses ploughing a field with ease. It’s enjoying our events held in surfing competitions, enjoy amusement a visual step back in time and a nod to the great outdoors. rides, sit back, relax and enjoy the music our past with July’s Harnessing Heritage from the Good Vibes and Live Wire Horsepower Weekend held at the Casino Airstrips aren’t just for aeroplanes – they are for Northern Rivers Drag Racing! stages or stroll through the markets Showground. The golden oldies of cars, and food stalls. trucks and tractors mixed with the height The races are held quarterly at the Casino and might of the largest horse breeds in An artist at work at Toys Change Lives in Casino Aerodrome, where huge crowds of car Woodburn comes alive in October for the world is a sight not to be missed. enthusiasts line the straight to hear the the annual Woodburn Riverside Festival. roar of the engines. The program screams fun with live music, If you’re after a unique, handmade gift to community performances, art, market take with you on your travels, stop in to If you prefer the classics, then the Supercheap Auto Spectacular has stalls, raft races, biathlon, amusement the Quota Art, Craft and Quilt Fair, held rides and firework display. each July in the Casino Community Centre. hundreds of vehicles on display which Demonstrations of spinning and weaving, have been restored and modified. Mixed The Northern Rivers Craft Beer & Cider jewellery making, paper crafting, decorative with trade stalls, markets, raffles and kids Festival began in 2016 and is now painting, scrapbooking and tapestry with activities and lucky gate prizes, it makes permanently bookmarked as the place many items for sale from quilted blankets for a great family day out. to be for connoisseurs of craft beers to decorative coat hangers. Kick off the day the right way at the and fine ciders. Held outdoors at the Greater Bank Casino Fun Run held in Clydesdale Hotel and Steakbarn, the Casino Truck Show is a salute to the event provides a relaxed environment industry which carries our nation. September. As part of the RunNSW Series, the run takes you from the to unwind, tantalise tastebuds and Hundreds of trucks line the main street in listen to great local artists. August, with chrome shined to perfection iconic Queen Elizabeth Park, over the Casino Truck Show with more than 40 competitions to be won. picturesque Richmond River, through our With multiple activities running Other country gems include the Casino Art Deco town centre and past grazing consistently throughout the year, make Campdraft, Casino Show, Bos Indicus Youth cattle shaded by eucalyptus trees. With sure you check out the markets in Roundup and the Rappville Dog Trials. 10km, 5km and 2km distances, you can Casino, Woodburn and Evans Head as run, jog or walk. well as the Casino Racing Club schedule.
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Carnivale Italiano
The Richmond Valley has The Northern Rivers is a hub for creative NAIDOC Week a rich and diverse cultural individuals and this echoes clearly among the art events occurring throughout the history balanced with an year. The quality of work from talented The iconic Casino Civic Hall was built enjoyment for arts, music locals at the Casino Beef Week Art in 1937 and has retained its glorious and dance. Exhibition, Bentley Art Prize and Coraki Art Deco interior. Opera performances Art Prize may see you acquire another are held in the hall annually, with all Immerse yourself in a celebration of all artwork for your collection. shows sold out for the past three years. things Italian at Carnivale Italiano. If you enjoy a variety of music then Watch this space as our performance The descendants of New Italy celebrate make your way out to Windara Function program grows and Richmond the anniversary of 50 Italian families who and Conference Centre. Windara has Valley plays host to regional and immigrated to Australia in April 1881 with you covered, offering three events with national tours. food, wine and music. Join in the dancing, different genres throughout the year. A highlight in our Valley is the browse the museum and savour the Plan a day trip to the Music Muster in celebration of our Aboriginal people flavour the Italians brought to our nation. April, Jazz and Shiraz Day in July or the at NAIDOC Week events held in Rock and Roll event later in the year. Evans Head, Coraki and Casino. Join in the feast, sporting activities, music and dance in July and embrace the history and traditions which make the Bundjalung nation so special. NAIDOC Week
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Primex Field Days The Norco Primex Field Days is one of Australia’s top sustainable farm and primary industries exhibition, and has been an integral part of the Richmond Valley since 1985. Held in May, Primex offers a complete paddock-to-plate experience “where farmers and Casino Beef Week foodies meet”. Evolving from a localised event to one of the country’s leading Casino Beef Week street of Casino and buskers fill the air primary industries expos, Primex Claiming the title of the Beef Capital of with music while shouts are heard from Field Days hosts more than 400 the World, Casino becomes a buzz in the keen Cow Pat Lotto betters and exhibitors and is attended by May as the Casino Beef Week Festival laughter at the amateur efforts from around 25,000 visitors each year. the Cow Milking Competition. begins a celebration of our leading Visitors are encouraged to take a agricultural industry. With more than It’s then a quick change into race wear day, maybe even the whole three, 100 activities on offer from fashion for the Casino Beef Week Cup and a and make the time to experience parades, horse racing, a rodeo, art, night out at the many locations with Primex. You will be treated to live music and dance, Beef Week is the country music and popular bands. demonstrations, experience new electricity which powers Casino into The festival hits its stride on Beef Week products, taste great food, listen to a vibing centre of hustle and bustle. Saturday. Around 20,000 people enjoy great music and so much more. It all begins with the Opening Ball and an eclectic array of market stalls, live crowning of the Casino Beef Week entertainment, whip cracking, jackaroo Queen. Guests’ taste buds are ignited and jillaroo competitions, amusement with a taste of locally-grown beef, slow rides and the iconic street parade. cooked to perfection. The celebration However, nothing beats the sight of continues on the dance floor till the 150 cattle filling the CBD for the cattle early hours of the morning. competition and live auction. Join in with thousands of others on the The Casino Beef Week Festival will allow Friday to line up for a free steak or snag you to savour the taste of the country at the Casino Beef Week Breakfast with for the rest of your journey and provide Primex Field Days the Butchers. Barbeques line the main you with memories to last a lifetime.
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1 Put your cowboy boots on 3 Visit one of the three for the Beef Week Festival museums and Primex Field Days 4 Kayak along the 2 Take a stroll along the Richmond River Richmond River
Casino’s Platypus Pools
Casino is a charming country Enjoy a walk through the town, town situated on the banks encountering the wealth of Art Deco of the Richmond River. and heritage buildings which reflect the area’s history. Discover significant sites Rich in timber, dairying, such as the Crossing Place, marking the and grazing country, the first European crossing of the mighty countryside provides a scenic Richmond River. backdrop for those who enjoy From the trappings of the past, to the the great outdoors. animated present and promising future, Beef Capital of Casino Mini Rail & Museum Located on the junction of the Casino offers the visitor a decidedly the World! Summerland Way and Bruxner unique and refreshing experience. Highway, Casino is a delightful place to visit featuring platypus pools For more information drop into our Casino Visitor Information Centre and parks, treasures of history and Casino Visitor Information Centre: 84a Centre Street, Casino, 2470 heritage, peaceful laidback ambience 02 6660 0325 and easy access to hinterland and Mon-Fri 8.30am-4.30pm, Sat & Sun 9am-1pm coastal national parks.
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Casino is centrally located within the Northern Rivers creating a wonderful base to stay when exploring the region. From an affordable getaway to a romantic escape, you will find what you are looking for in Casino.
Motels Hotels Farm stays Casino Motor Inn Accommodation with Amarina Farmstay and Gardens 91 Hare Street, Casino character, history, a great 9085 Summerland Way, P: 02 6662 1777 Aussie pub meal and a drink. Leeville E: [email protected] P: 02 6664 1157 Charcoal Inn W: casinomotorinn.com.au E: info@amarinafarmstayand 68 Centre Street, Casino gardens.com Clydesdale Motel P: 02 6662 1110 W: amarinafarmstayand 143 Johnston Street, Casino Commercial Hotel gardens.com P: 02 6662 5982 74 Walker Street, Casino E: [email protected] Sylva Lagoons Primitive P: 02 6662 1007 Discovery Parks - Casino W: clydesdalemotel.com.au Campground Tattersall’s Hotel 385 Busbys Flat Road, Leeville Milgate Motel 136 Barker Street, Casino (17km from Casino) Located on the banks of the Richmond River, 118 Centre Street, Casino P: 02 6662 1688 P: 0418 887 174 P: 02 6662 1022 our park is the perfect spot to make E: [email protected] your home base for a few days. W: milgatemotel.com.au River Park Motor Inn Caravan parks With an undercover BBQ area, laundry facilities, (Golden Chain) Discovery Parks 123 Centre Street, Casino 115 Johnston Street, Casino spacious sites and recently refurbished cabins, P: 02 6662 2999 P: 02 6662 1572 E: info@riverparkmotorinn. E: casino@discoveryparks. you’re in for a comfortable stay with plenty of com.au com au W: riverparkmotorinn.com.au W: discoveryholidayparks. fresh air and open spaces. Squatters Homestead Motel com.au (Budget Motel Chain) Casino Holiday Park Drive in or jump online to book ahead. 161 Centre Street, Casino 69 Light Street Casino P: 02 6662 3888 P: 02 6662 1069 E: [email protected] E: info@casinolifestylevillage. W: squattersmotel.com.au com.au W: casinoholidaypark.com.au 115 Johnston Street, Casino NSW 2470 Phone 02 6662 1572 Amarina Farm Stay www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/casino 30 | SECTION NAME DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 31 Mike’s 4 Coffee The Lazy Labrador Casino Roadhouse 108 Barker Street 122 Centre Street 86 Johnston Street DINING P: 02 6661 7125 P: 02 6662 8080 P: 02 6662 1287 6am-4pm, Mon-Fri Breakfast/Lunch: 6am-7.30pm, Mon-Sun 7am-1pm, Sat 6.30am-4pm, Mon-Fri Country Crumbs Dinner: Windara Café 136 Johnston Street 6pm-11.30pm, Fri-Sat 253 Sextonville Road P: 02 6662 8323 Breakfast: P: 02 6662 3800 6am-5pm, Mon-Fri 7am-1pm, Sat & Sun Kitchen open: 6am-1.30pm, Sat 8.30am-2pm, Mon-Fri Kibbles Bakery Nursery open: 77 Walker Street 8.30am-3pm, Mon-Fri Bakery/ P: 02 6662 1136 Open weekends for events 6am-5.30pm, Mon-Fri and large group bookings Corner Stores 6am-4pm, Sat Casino Centre Bakery Zeebra’s Restaurant & Café 6am-3.30pm, Sun 63 Walker Street 100 Barker Street P: 02 6662 6099 Lemo’s Corner Store P: 02 6662 7164 6am-5pm, Mon-Fri 126 Centre Street 7am-4pm, Mon-Fri 6am-12.30pm, Sat & Sun P: 02 6662 6965 7am-1pm, Sat 6am-7pm, Mon-Sat Casino Plaza Patisserie Sprout Lunch Bar 7am-7pm, Sun Casino Shopping Plaza 133 Barker Street P: 02 6662 7340 North Casino Mini Mart Clydesdale Steakhouse, Casino P: 0413 280 108 8.30am-6.30pm, Mon-Fri 99 Queensland Road 8am-4pm, Mon-Fri Casino Dining 8.30am-3.30pm, Sat P: 02 6662 1234 8am-1pm, Sat 9.30-2pm, Sun 6.30am-7pm, Mon-Fri For food lovers there is plenty to choose from Sat 7.30am-6pm, Sat in Casino. Our pubs and restaurants pride Cafes themselves on a good, traditional, hearty meal for our guests. Cecil Expresso Bar 100 Centre Street Being the Beef Capital of the World (and that’s P: 02 6662 1047 no bull!), you can’t go wrong with choosing 7.30am-11am, Mon-Fri Award-winning sweet and savoury preserves, beef from any menu in town. With the 8am-11am, Sat & Sun using seasonal produce from the Northern coastline only a short distance away you Coffee.comm Rivers’ Food Bowl. can also expect fresh seafood to be served. 72 Walker Street Enjoy the friendly atmosphere and country P: 02 6662 1007 Slow-cooked preserves to give you fast options, hospitality during your visit, you will feel like 7am-4pm, Mon-Fri, adding flavor and distinction to your food, or a local by the time you leave. 7am-2pm, Sat simply enjoy on a grazing platter. When lunching in Casino, there is a huge Jo’s Café range of options to choose from: freshly Casino Shopping Plaza Hampers of your choice for special occasions, or made breads and pastries from the local Canterbury Street that hard-to-buy-for person. bakeries; gourmet café-style meals at the P: 02 6662 2371 8am-4pm, Mon-Fri coffee lounges; and family favourites from Available at local Northern Rivers shops, including 8am-12pm, Sat takeaway shops. IGAs and visitor information centres. Whatever your flavour, Casino will provide you with delicious options which will satisfy Contact us at: your appetite. [email protected] 0408 208 578
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Historic Casino settled 1840 31B Walker Street, Casino The Casino Museum Historical has a CASINO FOLK MUSEUM comprehensive collection of articles and material The museum has an amazingTakeaways collection of photographs, artifacts Bistros and Greenhouse Restaurant connected with the origins of Casino and and machinery, with a focus on local history of the Casino district. Casino Motor Inn Our friendly volunteers Chickenwill be happy Mania to show you around. Restaurants surrounding district which reflects the lifestyle of Open: Wednesdays 1.30pmCnr –Centre 4.00pm and and Sundays 10am – 12.30pm 91 Hare Street Other times by appointment. Casino Golf Club early residents. Richmond Streets P: 02 6662 1777 Tel: 02 6662 3911 or 02 6662 2893 40 West Street P: 02 6662 4488 6pm onwards, Mon-Thurs Walker Street, Casino (near Public School) NSW 2470 P: 02 6662 1259 Opening ours: 9.30am-8pm, 7 days Fri & Sat by appointment h Lunch: 12pm-2pm, Sun-Fri Sunday 10am to 2pm, Domino’s Pizza Dinner: Hong Kong Restaurant Monday 10am to 2pm, CASINO 134 Canterbury Street 5.30pm – 8pm, Sun-Tues 115 Walker Street Wednesday 10am to 2pm, P: 02 6660 2280 Dinner: P: 02 6662 2633 Friday 10am to 2pm HISTORICAL MUSEUM 11am-9pm, Sun-Thurs 5.30pm-8.30pm, Wed-Thurs Lunch: 11am-2pm, Tues & Sat Other times: by appointment 11am-10pm, Fri & Sat 10am-8.30pm Saturday Dinner: 5pm-9pm, 7 days KFC Hotel Cecil Steak House Monte’s Bistro & Café 110 Centre Street and Restaurant Casino RSM Museum location: 31B Walker Street, Casino (Opposite Police Station) P: 02 6662 8331 100 Centre Street 162 Canterbury Street Website: www.rootswebb.com/~auscdhs Email: [email protected] 10am-10pm, Sun-Thurs P: 02 6662 1047 P: 02 6662 1666 10am-11pm, Fri & Sat Lunch: 11.30am-2pm, Mon- Sat Lunch: 12pm-2pm, 7 days Lunch: 12pm-2pm, Sun Dinner: 5.30pm-8.30pm, 7 days Londy’s Takeaway Dinner: 131 Barker Street Mun Tien Thai & Chinese 5.30pm-8.30pm, Mon-Sat P: 02 6662 5544 114 Walker Street Dinner: 7am-8pm, Mon-Sat P: 02 6662 2130 6pm-8pm, Sun Lunch: 11.30am-2pm, Mon-Fri McDonald’s Charcoal Inn Bistro Dinner: 5-9pm, 7 days Cnr Canterbury and 68 Centre Street Centre Street Oxford Hotel Café & Bistro P: 02 6662 1110 P: 02 6662 7906 161 Walker Street Lunch: 12pm-2pm, 7 days 24 hours, 7 days P: 02 6662 1031 Dinner: Breakfast & lunch: Noodle Paradise 6pm-8pm (8.30pm Fri & Sat), 9am-2pm, Sun 164 Canterbury Street 7 days Lunch: P: 02 6662 7920 Commercial Hotel 11.30am-3pm, Mon-Sat 11am-9pm, 7 days 74 Walker Street Dinner: 5.30-9pm, Mon-Sat Subway P: 02 6662 1007 Tatts Bistro 116 Walker Street Lunch: 11.30am-2pm, Mon-Sat 136 Barker Street P: 02 6662 7746 Dinner: 6pm onwards, Mon-Sat P: 02 6662 1449 7am-9pm, Mon-Sat Clydesdale Steakhouse Lunch:12-2.30pm, 7 days 10am-7pm, Sun 143 Johnston Street Dinner: 6-8.30pm, 7 days P: 02 6662 5982 6pm onwards, Mon-Sat
34 | SECTION NAME DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 35 EVANS HEAD highlights
1 Explore Bundjalung 4 Walk the headland in National Park Dirawong Reserve
2 Visit Evans Head 5 Enjoy fresh seafood at Aviation Museum the Fisherman’s Co-op
3 Take a dip between the flags at Main Beach
If you enjoy untouched beautiful area which holds a significant The crystal clear, turquoise water is national parks, pristine place in Aboriginal history and mythology. inviting year-round and is accommodating beaches and breathtaking From Razorback Lookout on Goanna for swimmers of all ages. Headland you can take in breathtaking Evans Head is surrounded by national views then Evans Head is the panoramic views of the coast. Observe perfect holiday destination parks and river estuaries, giving you a the great whale migration between April natural setting to relax and explore the for you. and August when these magnificent hidden gem of the northern NSW coast. One of the coast’s best kept secrets mammals head north, or September to and your dream coastal destination, November when they make their way For more information drop into The jewel in the crown the village of Evans Head is highly south with their calves. our Evans Head Visitor recommended for families, couples, History buffs will love the Evans Head of the Richmond Valley. Information Centre: RV travellers and the keen fisherman. Living Museum and Evans Head Heritage The south wall and other beaches Aviation Museum, preserving the best Evans Head Visitor Information Centre come highly recommended by surfers history of the area. 17 Kirkland Court, Evans Head, 2473 and are known for their great breaks. 02 6660 0308 The picturesque Evans River is ideal for Mon-Fri 8.30am-4.30pm, Goanna (Dirawong in the Bundjalung on-water activities with two boat ramps, Sat & Sun 9am-1pm language) Headland is a hauntingly sandy river flats and a small boat harbour.
36 | OUR REGION DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 37 Let’s go fishing! ACCOMMODATION Arrow’s Fishing Charters offers tailored experiences for amateur and pro anglers, adventure seekers and nature lovers by providing unforgettable deep- Evans Head is a relaxing holiday destination to get away from the hustle sea fishing, whale watching and sunset and bustle of a busy lifestyle. Accommodation options range from charter experiences on the pristine luxurious holiday homes, apartments and cabins, to budget-friendly waters of Evans Head and surrounds. camping and caravan sites and motels.
Arrow’s Fishing Charters accommodates both individual and group bookings Hotel Illawong Reflections Holiday Park L.J. Hooker Evans Head Oak Street, Evans Head with a maximum of 10 people per charter, which includes all your bait, tackle, Evans Head Holiday Lettings P: 6682 4222 Park Street, Evans Head 2/8 Oak Street, Evans Head rods, fishing licences and bottled water. E: [email protected] P: 6682 4212 P: 6682 6000 W: hotelillawong.com.au W: reflectionsholidayparks. E: [email protected] Bookings: 0407 257 064 or Skipper: 0436 343 595 Koinonia by the Sea com.au/park/evans-head W: evansheadaccommodation. net.au 29-41 Terrace Street, The Bowlo Holiday Cabins Email: [email protected] Website: www.arrowsfishingcharters.com.au Evans Head 2 Beech Street, Evans Head Evans Head First National Address: 12-32 Ocean Drive, Evans Head, NSW, 2473 P: 6682 4329 P: 6682 4343 Holiday Lettings E: [email protected] E: [email protected] 9 Oak Street, Evans Head W: campk.org.au W: evansheadbowls.com.au P: 6682 6226 E: [email protected] Pacific Motor Inn Club Evans RSL W: evansheadholiday Evans Head Holiday Lettings accommodation.com.au 38 Woodburn Street, 11 McDonald Place, Evans Head Functions Evans Head P: 6682 4282 P: 6682 4318 E: ceo@ E: pacificmotorinn@ozemail. woodburnevansheadrsl.com.au com.au W: woodburnevansheadrsl. W: evansheadmotel.com com.au
Go to clubevans.com.au for more information Bringing Our Community Together Reflections Holiday Park, Evans Head
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Enjoy a coffee, cake or delicious meal at one of the many eateries in Evans Head. From freshly baked breads and decadent sweets to bistro-style counter meals and tantalising fresh seafood from the local fisherman’s cooperative, the dining options are endless and sure to tempt even the fussiest of tastebuds.
Vespas on Oak Evans Head Bakery Restaurants 18-22 Oak Street 12 Oak Street River Bistro P: 6682 6826 P: 0422 999 681 Club Evans RSL 7am-2.30pm, Mon-Sat 5.30am-5pm, Mon-Fri P: 6682 4282 7am-1.30pm, Sun 5.30am-2pm, Sat-Sun Lunch: 11.30am-2pm, 7 days Johnny’s Evans Head Wurlitzer Bakery Dinner: 5.30pm-8pm, 7 days 8/6 Oak Street 37 Woodburn Street Riverfire Family Restaurant P: 6682 4545 P: 0422 999 157 Club Evans RSL 7am-4pm, Sun-Wed 6am-5pm, Mon-Fri P: 6682 4282 7am-9pm, Thurs-Sat 6am-2pm, Sat-Sun The Sandbar & Restaurant Evans Head Fish Centre The Bowlo Pizza Bar Evans Head Surf Club 14 Oak Street Evans Head Bowling Club P: 6682 4277 P: 6682 4366 P: 6682 4343 12pm-5pm, Sun-Wed 9am-8pm, Sun-Thurs Dine in only 12pm-10pm, Thurs-Sat 9am-8.30pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-9pm, Fri-Sun Heng Lee Chinese Restaurant Evans to Betsy Muzza’s Milk Bar 22 Woodburn Street 45 Woodburn Street Shop 1/5 Oak Street P: 6682 4658 P: 0421 154 166 P: 0414 729 010 Lunch: 11.30am-2.30pm, 7 days 7am-1pm, Thurs-Sun 11am-5.30pm, Tues-Sun Dinner: 5pm-8.30pm, 7 days Sandpit Café Japxican Kam Hing Chinese Restaurant 1 Captain Cook Drive 1/6 Oak Street Evans Head Bowling Club P: 6682 4277 P: 6682 4514 P: 6682 4990 6am-2pm, 7 days 11.30am-2.30pm, Tues-Sat Lunch: 12-2pm, 7days 5pm-7.30pm, Tues-Sat Evans Head Fisherman’s Coop Dinner: 5pm-8.30pm, Sun-Thurs Ocean Drive Koinonia by the Sea Pizzas 5pm-9.30pm, Fri & Sat P: 66824206 29-41 Terrace Street, Break Restaurant 9am-7pm, 7 days Evans Head Hotel Illawong P: 0402 205 010 Riverfront Kiosk P: 6682 4222 5pm-9pm, Thurs-Sat 1 Park Street Breakfast: 8am-11am, Sunday P: 5633 3646 Lunch: 12-3pm, 7 days 7.30am-8pm, Tues-Sun Dinner: 5.30pm-9pm, 7 days 7.30am-7.30pm, Mon Johnny’s Restaurant 8/6 Oak Street P: 6682 4545 Dinner: 5pm-9pm, Thurs-Sat
40 | OUR REGION DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 41 Broadwater highlights
1 Visit Broadwater National Park
2 Take a stroll along A ‘sweet place to stop’ Broadwater Beach 3 Spot a furry friend at Broadwater Koala Reserve
4 Visit the historic Rileys Hill Dry Dock
5 Fish or kayak along the Richmond River
The charming village of The Broadwater Sugar Mill is the regional Broadwater is one of the centre for the local sugar industry and has been in operation since 1880. The DINING region’s best kept secrets. mill dominates Broadwater’s skyline and For those who appreciate long cannot be missed when passing through. stretches of unspoilt coastline Broadwater National Park preserves where you can enjoy the areas of outstanding coastal heath Commercial Hotel/Motel which erupts into glorious colour with 12-18 Wharf Street, natural scenery of untouched the arrival of spring and the wildflowers. Broadwater Bird watchers will be delighted to find P: 6682 8266 bushland, Broadwater Beach E: [email protected] and National Park is more than 200 species of birds have been recorded in the area, making an absolute must. the Broadwater National Park an ideal vantage point for bird watching.
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Accommodation options are available with two caravan parks and a motel, all conveniently located just off the highway.
Commercial Hotel/Motel 12-18 Wharf Street, Broadwater P: 6682 8266 E: [email protected] Broadwater Stopover Tourist Park 1/5 Pacific Highway, Broadwater P: 6682 8254 Sunrise Caravan Park 74-92 Pacific Highway, Broadwater P: 6682 8388 E: [email protected] W: sunrisecaravanpark.com.au
44 | SECTION NAME DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 45 Celebrating multiculturalism.
Travellers’ Rest.
New Italy Museum complex
Woodburn is a lovely and peaceful town river was the highway, alive with sailing New Italy is a small community located Through regular festivities they on the banks of the Richmond River. ships, ocean steamers and riverboats. just 15km south of Woodburn. celebrate the settlement of previous While few people know the story of its Today, the river is an excellent focal point Settlement was established in 1882 generations. exciting past, today it is known as ‘the for recreational water sport activities. when Italian immigrants from the Doubleduke State Forest is located 9km travellers rest’, a wonderful place to stop, Stop by the river at the new Woodburn region of Veneto in Northern Italy south of Woodburn and covers an area stretch and relax. Riverside Park and Visitor Information purchased 40 acres of farming land. of 2600 hectares. A mountain bike trail The river has always been an important Centre fitted with playground, picnic By the mid-1880s, about 50 holdings of is situated in the for the exclusive use part of life in Woodburn. In early days areas and BBQs. Perfectly situated across an aggregate area of more than 3000 of mountain bikers. large vessels, small crafts and ferries, the road from local eateries and shops, acres were under occupation, and the Italian community had increased to 250. Black Rocks Campground is located in which for 100 years were the only means enjoy lunch by the river. Cruising along the heart of Bundjalung National Park of traversing the region, were built here. the river on your boat? Why not pull up The New Italy Museum Complex tells adjacent to the beautiful Jerusalem When the roads were merely tracks, the at the wharf and look around. the intriguing tale of Italian families who Creek. An ideal getaway from the hustle made their home in the Australian bush and bustle of a busy lifestyle and a from 1882. Today’s Italian community For more information drop into Woodburn Visitor Information Centre fantastic place to take the kids and still has strong ties to the area. our Woodburn Visitor 114 River Street, Woodburn, 2472 get in touch with Nature. Information Centre: 02 6682 2032 Mon-Fri 8.30am-4.30pm, Sat & Sun 9am-1pm
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Woodburn is located on the Pacific The main street of Woodburn is lined with eclectic cafes, coffee houses, Highway and is known as ‘The Travellers takeaway shops and a mix of dining establishments. Enjoy the locally-made Rest’. Accommodation is available at and delicious options either in store or over at the recently upgraded the Rod n Reel Hotel Motel, a delightful Woodburn Riverside Park, which overlooks the magnificent Richmond River. country pub overlooking the mighty Richmond River and Woodburn Riverside Park. Woodburn Parkside Café Burntwood Café & Pizza Rich River Coffee 97 River Street 113 River Street 2/119 River Street P: 6682 2493 P: 6682 2114 P: 6682 2747 Open 24 hours 5am-8.30pm, Wed-Sun Rod n Reel Hotel Motel Country Kitchen Gourmet Pies Riverview Café & Takeaway 5am-5pm, Mon & Tuesday 99-103 River Street, Woodburn 111 River Street 105 River Street P: 6682 2406 Thai Siam P: 0414 753 972 P: 6682 2469 E: [email protected] 111 River Street 6.30am-3.30pm, Mon-Fri 6am-7.30pm, 7 days W: rodnreel.com.au P: 0411 109 592 7.30am-3.30pm, Sat & Sun Rod n Reel Hotel Bistro Lunch: 11.30am-2pm, Tues-Sat 103 River Street Dinner: 4-9pm, Tues-Sat P: 6682 2406 Wurlitzer Bakery Lunch: 11.30am-2pm 1/119 River Street Dinner: 5pm-close P: 0422 900 760
Woodburn & New Italy Highlights 'For all things rare and unusual' 1 Visit the New Italy Museum 4 Camp at Black Rocks Campground Visit us on the Pacific 2 Mountain bike at Doubleduke Highway at Woodburn. State Forest 5 Kayak between Hours: Friday-Monday 10-5pm (other times by appointment) Woodburn and Coraki Explore the region on 3 e: [email protected] Tourist Drive 26 p: 02 668 222 55 m: 0412 394 315
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1 Visit the Coraki Healing Stones 4 Camp along the riverbank in Coraki Riverside 2 Ski along the Wilson and Caravan Park Richmond rivers 5 Visit the Coraki Museum 3 Check out the Coraki Art Prize in October
Set on the junction of the Wander along Coraki’s riverbank and Richmond and Wilson rivers, encounter the healing stones and Coraki is located right in pathway created by artists and volunteers as a tribute to reconciliation between the heart of the Richmond cultures and environment. Valley. Rich in history and Coraki was once the busiest inland port heritage, this quiet and in NSW. The riverbank has always been quaint country town is an important part of life in Coraki. The a popular stopover for picnic shelter located in Memorial Park travellers visiting the region. was built from timber recycled from the original Coraki Wharf. Coraki provides all the comforts Coraki Healing Stones travellers enjoy including boating Come and discover the natural beauty and water sport facilities, grassy and charm of Coraki. and shaded areas along the river, a nine-hole golf course and excellent country service.
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The Coraki Riverside Caravan Park and
Camping Grounds is located in the heart of Coraki and is part of the Kui Parks group.
Coraki Riverside Caravan Park 81 Richmond Terrace, Coraki P: 0439 428 513 E: [email protected] W: discoverrichmondvalley. com.au/accommodation
A unique and romantic getaway along the Summerland Way.
Amarina Farm Stay & Gardens offers modern luxuries and the best of nature in one location. Experience staying in an authentic log cabin built from Australian eucalyptus trees where you can entertain friends or enjoy some quiet time under the stars. Stroll along a beautifully curated 2.5 acre DINING garden or say hello to the kangaroos that hop right up your backyard.
Located in the historic Richmond Valley, discover the unique heritage and hospitality of country towns like Casino, Evans Head, and Woodburn. Explore the nearby destinations like Lismore, Byron Bay, Ballina, Iluka, and Yamba.
Coraki Bakery Coraki Memorial Bowling Club Gypsy’s Cafe Amarina Farm Stay and Gardens…it’s more than just a place to stay, it’s an experience. 77 Richmond Terrace Chinese Restaurant 3/121 Richmond Terrace P: 6683 1831 Richmond Terrace P: 0459 358 851 CONTACT: Coraki Hotel Bistro P: 6683 2202 7am-2pm, Tues-Sun +61 2 666 41157 / www.amarinafarmstayandgardens.com 5.30pm-8pm, Wed-Thurs 67 Richmond Terrace Coraki Takeaway 5.30pm-late, Fri-Sat P: 6683 1740 57 Queen Elizabeth Drive P: 6683 2668 Wild Olive Café 5am-7.30am, Mon-Sat 111B Richmond Terrace 11am-7.30am, Sun P: 6683 2408 8am-2pm, 5pm-8pm, Wed-Sun
52 | OUR REGION DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 53 A place where you buy emotions.
We have been selling emotions since 1994. Cottage Collection is a wonderland of gifts. We all know the struggle. If you are choosy, we have lots of variety and for things you didn’t even Heading 20 kilometres south after whom the village was named. The know you needed. of Casino on the Summerland pub was immortalised on screen when Way, a turnoff will lead you popular British TV series Heartbeat chose the small town to film two episodes. through pleasant farming land to the village of Rappville, The village also contains a post office, an Anglican Church, tennis courts, Cottage Collection a former bustling timber and and a primary school. The Rappville beef village which continues Showground has been used for to have an involvement with community involvement over many Gifts of variety to choose with ease. those industries. years, being the site for activities such as working dog trials, rodeo, camp According to Aboriginal history, the area draft, horse-drawn carriage training, 76 Walker Street Casino around what is now known as Rappville overnight camping as part of a motorbike is home to the Birihn people. For 02 6662 3387 rally, Australia Day celebrations, and thousands of years, the Birihn area was community markets. cottagecollection.com.au thickly forested with large freshwater lakes, swamps and waterways. There Make sure you check out the public were abundant fishing areas, as well as artwork dedicated to the resilience of open plains for hunting. There were the town. The works by Byron Bay-based meeting places where tribal laws street artist Austin Nitsua were done were practiced, and bora rings where in partnership with the community, traditional knowledge was passed down including local school children. between generations. Rappville nests at the foot of the A major feature of the village is the beautiful hinterland mountains, so if the historic, federation-style Commercial outdoors is more your scene head out Hotel, known locally as the Rappville on a bushwalk to explore the area’s Pub, built by Henry Rapp in 1911, and natural beauty.
54 | SECTION NAME DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 55 Aranyani Bison Adventure Things to See and Do in Tourist Park Located in Myrtle Creek, Aranyani Bison the Richmond Tourist Adventure Park is considered paradise for the whole family. Aranyani Valley Bison Adventure Tourist Park has a 2.5km stretch of Myrtle Creek with pockets of golden sand and plenty of freshwater fish hiding around the fallen trees. A fisherman’s paradise or a great place to bring the kids for a play. There are plenty of walking tracks throughout the entire property. The whole family can enjoy camping in native American-style tipis or pitching tents on the level campsites, swimming, archery, canoeing, putt-putt mini golf
Aranyani Bison Adventure Tourist Park and lots more. If you’re looking for a day trip you can call in between 10am-5pm, seven days a week. Please call ahead to confirm your Broadwater Koala Sanctuary Rileys Hill Dry Dock Aranyani Bison Adventure Tourist Park stay or visit. Visit aranyanibrison.com for Experience the peacefulness of the Rileys Hill Dry Dock, just minutes from more information. Koala Sanctuary walking tracks with the Broadwater, is one of three historical dry potential to spot koalas nesting in their docks in the Northern Rivers. natural habitat. The park is the perfect The dock will take you back to the Evans Head Fishing Charters picnic stop and a great place to take in days when steamships and riverboats Evans Head Deep Sea Fishing Charters the native flora and fauna. commanded the waterways. During this has been in operation since 2005, period, the Rileys Hill Dry Dock was the offering customers a unique fishing ‘service station’ of the Richmond River. experience based in beautiful Evans Six interpretive signs are stationed along Head. Evans Head Charters specialises the walk to the docks to give you an in catching pearl perch and snapper insight into the interesting and colourful in 80m of water approximately 30km history of the site. offshore. They offer group deals and accommodation packages for a perfect get away with your mates. Visit evansheadfishingcharters.com.au or call 0428 828 835 for more information. Evans Head Fishing Charters
Broadwater Koala Sanctuary RIleys Hill Dry Dock
56 | ACTIVITIES DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 57 Arrow’s Fishing Charters Arrow’s Fishing Charters offers tailored fishing and whale watching experiences. Coraki Healing Stones For the adventure seekers, book into a The Coraki Healing Stones were six-hour fishing charter or eight-hour constructed and installed over deep sea fishing charter to land a catch a two-month period using local and bring home your own dinner. clay by Goonengerry artist Survia Nature lovers can enjoy a three-hour McDonald. whale watching cruise around the waters of Evans Head. Pods of dolphins are also The large tiles were fired in the popular visitors. Visitors looking for a new wood kiln at Southern Cross relaxing way to end the day can enjoy a University. Another sculpture was three-hour sunset cruise, the perfect way erected in the vicinity by local artist to view the stunning sunsets of the Dennis Monks and a ‘river beach’ Northern Rivers. landscaped into the riverbank a little further downstream. For more information and bookings: email [email protected], Enjoy a stroll along the riverside phone 0407 257 064 or visit the website while admiring the work of the arrowsfishingcharters.com.au local artists.
Coraki Healing Stones
Rent a Tinnie and Tours Platypus Pools and Rent A Tinnie offers affordable boat Rock Carvings hire for locals and visitors of Evans Head. Explore the beautiful Evans Platypuses have set up colony along River estuary and enjoy a spot of this stretch of the river. Sightings of fishing or simply head up stream and these shy, quiet creatures are quite common. The area around Irving relax among the banks of Bundjalung Jabiru Geneebeinga Wetlands National Park. No boat license is Bridge and Webb Park Casino is also highly populated with many required. Rent A Tinnie also offers Jabiru Geneebeinga Wetlands Evans River tours with a picnic lunch species of water birds. The platypus included. For more information. Jabiru Geneebeinga Wetlands are located rock carvings in the riverbed are a visit rentatinnieevanshead.com.au next to the golf course in North Casino marvel and can be best viewed from or contact 0423 891 396. on the road to Kyogle. It is a natural wetland Irving Bridge. with an abundance of birdlife which includes black swans, ducks, egrets and jabiru.
58 | ACTIVITIES DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 59 history Casino Mini Rail and Museum and culture Open on Sundays between 10am-4pm the Casino Mini Rail and Museum brings the history of railways in Casino to life. The diesel, petrol and electric mini locos skirt the Casino golf course and farmland, before arriving at the Old Casino Station. The ex-SRA station has been developed into a railway museum containing memorabilia from signals to tools to literature. Here passengers can disembark and catch a glimpse of the days of Casino’s railroading past.
Casino Mini Rail and Museum
Casino Mini Rail and Museum Casino Military Museum The Northern Rivers Military Museum is Casino Folk Museum located at the Casino Drill Hall and aims CORAKI The museum has a comprehensive to educate residents and visitors alike collection of articles and material on local involvement in all world wars Mid Richmond Historical connected with the origins of Casino and conflicts. The museum is designed Society Museum to accurately express the regions military and the surrounding district and shows The Mid Richmond Historical Society history, as well as share the victories, the lifestyle of early residents. There aims to represent the villages of Coraki, tragedies and sacrifices of those who is something for everyone to see and Woodburn, Evans Head, Broadwater served their country. appreciate, bringing back memories of and the surrounding districts. Some the older visitor, and creating a learning The museum acknowledges the families highlights of the display are: wartime from experience for others. of the veterans and embraces the around the district, a series of wonderful community’s enrichment from the photographs showing the part played Mid RIchmond Historical Society Museum cultural and educational diversity people by the river in the development of the brought to the region during their service Mid-Richmond area; kitchen and laundry and, in many cases, brought back when items; family photos; a machinery shed; they returned. and many other items of interest.
60 | ACTIVITIES DISCOVERRICHMONDVALLEY.COM.AU RICHMOND VALLEY VISITORS GUIDE | 61 ART Evans HEAD Evans Head Living Museum The Evans Head Living Museum has large Waterlines Art Gallery Toys Change Lives photographic collections and memorabilia including: WWII history of the aerodrome This small gallery in Coraki caters to all Toys Change Lives is where beautifully and service personnel; the natural age groups who wish to learn painting crafted indigenous art toys come environment; agriculture; fishing; sport; and framing skills. With more than 20 together in Casino to change lives. mining; and Aboriginal history. years’ experience in the visual arts, Each toy is lovingly designed, crafted Joanna offers both individual and group and painted with artwork by Aboriginal Evans Head Heritage classes in oil and acrylic painting. The and Torres Strait Islander people, Aviation Museum space, once a butcher shop, is situated who are experiencing life-changing Evans Head Heritage Aviation Museum on the main street and directly faces difference though this culturally- The Evans Head Heritage Aviation the Richmond River. It also provides meaningful employment. Museum restores, preserves, promotes a studio space and retail outlet for and displays a range of historical aviation The museum is where, during World War paintings, cards and prints. exhibits to educate and stimulate the II, service men and women trained in the interest of the general public in general Empire Air Training Scheme before taking aviation, military history, and in the natural off for the distant theatres of Europe and and cultural history of the area. the Pacific. Art Walks Casino displays many murals which depict the history of the town and are a tribute to people who helped to shape the New Italy bustling town you see today. Take a stroll along Irving Bridge to see the platypus New Italy Museum carved into the riverbank. If you walk along the riverbank you might even spot The New Italy Museum was developed a real one! as a tribute to the courage and strength of those pioneering families with Rappville has beautiful murals which reflect the history of the town. The newest the purpose of passing on to future Woodburn mosaic mural generations their spiritual legacy. The murals pay tribute to the community’s collection contains the story of their resilience following the 2019 bushfires. Woodburn mosaic mural or check out the ill-fated trip to Australia, evidence of The coastal areas of the Richmond Valley many murals in Coraki and Evans Head. the industry of the New Italy settlers, show off some of the talented artists including an impressive silk collection and students in the region. Admire the This art trail is the perfect opportunity and everyday farming implements, as New Italy Museum Complex sand sculptures in Evans Head on a to explore the beautiful towns in the well as family histories of early settlers. coastal walk, grab a selfie in front of the Richmond Valley.
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