This regional centre of the Northern Rivers district is on the banks of Wilsons River. European settlement came in 1840 when John Brown broke an axle near a small chain of ponds and stopped to have a look around. He liked what he saw and decided to settle. Called Browns Water Hole until 1853, it was changed to Lismore after a town in Ireland. The town is now known for its ecotourism.
Visitor Information
Cnr Ballina and Molesworth sts; (02) 6626 0100 or 1300 369 795
