Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads, located in northern New South Wales, just off the Pacific Highway and at the mouth of the Brunswick River. The area, settled in the mid 1850's was and still remains somewhat a sleepy fishing village but has slowly become a popular holiday destination with excellent surf beaches and several idyllic waterways perfect for boating activities and fishing. An unusual town considering the region has boomed in recent times as it still maintains a quiet lifestyle with little commercial activity compared to many of the neighbouring towns.
Population: 1,900
State:
New South Wales
Name Origin: Named appropriately as it lies at
the mouth of the Brunswick River. The river gains its name from Queen Caroline
of Brunswick, the wife of King George IV
Pronunciation:
Brun-swick Heds
Postcode:
2483
Local Government:
Byron Shire Council
Location: 827km north of Sydney,
151km south of Brisbane
Main Roads:
Pacific Highway
Main Watercourses: Brunswick
River, Coral Sea
(South Pacific Ocean)
Radio Stations (Music): Triple Z (100.9), Triple J (96.1)
Photos from Brunswick Heads (Click on thumbnail for full sized
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Last Update: July 2006