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Yamba is a coastal town of 6,000 people (2016)in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Yamba, on mid-north coast NSW, is a great stop off between Sydney and Brisbane. This beachside town has one of Australia's most famous surf breaks.

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When going on the M1 Pacific Motorway, exit onto Yamba Road, and then head east until you hit the "Welcome to Yamba" signs.

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  • Blue Salt, Shop 2/15 Clarence Street, Yamba (Just behind the Pacific Hotel), +61 2 6646 1004. Tu-Su for lunch and dinner, breakfast weekends. Casual dining with a flair. Fully licensed, a speciality is boutique beer on tap.
  • Soundlounge cafe.

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There are many different accommodation options in Yamba. There is a greyhound bus stop just down the road. There is a licensed cafe downstairs.

Yamba YHA is a purpose-built backpacker hostel with a mix of multi-share and twin/double accommodation. Enjoy the bar/café and pool with great views. The hostel is on the main street, within easy walk of beaches, local pub and shops. Don't miss Shane's famous $10 tour.

Great place to stay. Nice place to have a beer, and a milkshake.

  • 1 Yamba Backpackers, 26 Coldstream St, +61 2 6646 3997. The only backpackers in Yamba. Has basic mixed-gender and female-only dorms.

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Routes through Yamba
BallinaEvans Head  N  S  GraftonCoffs Harbour


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