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WATEGOS BEACH For me, it’s all about Wategos, reached through a dense rainforest dripping with staghorn ferns, palm trees and lushness. One of the best longboard breaks in the world – smooth, long and gentle.

THE PASS It’s hard to choose between Wategos and The Pass, a classic point break with an everlasting ride, dolphins and turtles. Magical in the late afternoon as the sun goes down.

CAPE BYRON LIGHTHOUSE Standing proud is the lighthouse built in 1912 on the most easterly point of Australia. An early morning lighthouse walk sets the tone for the day. Open from 10am for tours. Stop at The Beach Cafe for breakfast with the best view.

ZEPHYR HORSES The ultimate holiday activity – horse riding on the beach! Take in all Byron has to offer from the back of a trusty steed. zephyrhorses.com

WHITES BEACH Shhhh, it’s a secret – the locals’ favourite with unpopulated waves and hidden caves, reached via a sandy track off the road to Broken Head Beach. Worth the trek.

MONTHLY MARKETS If it’s the weekend, visit the markets or listen to the bush wireless for info on the annual Billycart Derby. Expect food trucks, local produce, clothing, and plants. byron-bay.com/byronbay/market.html

HARPER’S FARM STALL Stock up on kitchen ingredients and seasonal produce at roadside stalls, fitted with honesty boxes, along Broken Head Road and Piccadilly Hill Road.

CAP E BYRON D I S T I L L E RY Brookie’s Byron Dry Gin was recently launched at the new distillery. The indigenous sub-tropical botanicals used in the distilling process give the gin a unique flavour. capebyrondistillery.com

BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE The retro 1950s theatre has been reimagined recently showcasing films, live music and theatre. Try Fleet for dinner before or after a show. brunswickpicturehouse.com; fleet-restaurant.com.au