Mullumbimby NSW 2482
(Pop 3 500)
Mullumbimby is a peaceful Far North NSW country township 783 km north of Sydney. Having evolved from a rural centre to an alternative hippie village, it has now confidently settled into its present persona as a quiet and relaxed tourist town. Mullumbimby is picturesquely situated on the Brunswick River at the foot of Mt Chincogan (309 m). Early timbergetters in 1850s followed occupation by the Bundjalung Aborigines and the railway (1894) greatly contributed to local agricultural prosperity. Today tropical fruits, dairy produce, timber, macadamia nuts, cattle & tourism are major industries. The stunning Wanganui Gorge & Rainforest Track (20 km west) attract many visitors. Mullumbimby markets 3rd Sat each month. Chincogan Fiesta (Sept).
Accommodation: Mullumbimby has a couple of motels, hotels, a B&B and 2 farmstays.
Visitor Information Centre: 80 Jonson St, Byron Bay. Tel (02) 6685 8050.
Airport:
Ballina/Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) Southern Cross Drive, Ballina. Tel (02) 6686 8385. (44 km south).
Hospital:
Mullumbimby & District War Memorial Hospital, Azalea Ave. Tel (02) 6684 2266.