Byron Bay ( 28º 39' S, 153º 37' E ) is a popular tourist resort in
northern New South Wales, Australia. It was discovered, in 1770, by Capt. James
Cook who named it after the grandfather of Lord Byron.
Byron Bay offers impressive views of humpback whales as well as dolphins,
turtles; and other forms of marine life. It is set in a sub-tropical climate
with a beautiful variety of flora and fauna which regrettably is, at present,
endangered by the impending impact of insatiable big business corporations.
The region has a diverse population ranging from the indigenous traditional
land owners, white European conservatives, 'new age' practitioners, and
runnagates from the large bustling cities. The snapshot, to the left, features
traditional indigenous land owners.
There is a remarkable variety of regional parks and reserves in the region,
for example : The World Heritage-listed Mount Warning National Park, and
Nightcap National Park. Information for these particular parks, as well as
other parks and reserves in the region can be obtained from the
NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
web site.
The snapshots below were taken on the shore of Byron. Young people from
various cultural backgrounds enjoying themselves in an amicable atmosphere; a
short distance from the predatory retailers.
runnagates from the large bustling cities. The snapshot, to the left, features
traditional indigenous land owners.
