About Lismore...
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Lismore is a sub-tropical city in New South Wales and is in the heart of what ios known as the "Rainbow Region". History of Lismore The city of Lismore resides in the Aboriginal Bundjalung Nation area. Evidence indicates the Bundjalung people arrived from the north of Australia around 8,000 years ago. European History of Lismore begins in c.1843. Captain Dumaresq took up a pastoral run covering an area of 93 km². The run was stocked with sheep from the New England area. In January 1845, William and Jane Wilson took over and Jane Wilson was responsible for naming it after Lismore, Scotland, where the couple honeymooned. In 1855, a site for the town was determined and it was the Wilsons homestead paddock. Lismore was proclaimed a town in 1856.
Travel & Tours in Lismore Adventure Travel represents over 1,000 hostels, hotels, tour companies & attractions across Australia that we can book for you often at a discouted rate. At Adventure Travel we also operate a number of our own tours.
Currency used in Lismore
In Lismore the standard currency used is the Australia Dollar. The Australia dollar comes in denominations of 5c ,10c ,20c ,50c ,$1 & 2$ coins, and $5, $10, $20, $50 & $100 notes. Most bars, restaurants, backpacker hostels, shops and Adventure Tour desks in Lismore all take credit card, eftpos and cash. There is several cash machines in Lismore all which dispense the Australia Dollar currency. To check the Australian dollar exchange rate against a foreign currency then click here.
Backpacker Hostel Accommodation & Hotels in LismoreIn Lismore there is a number of Backpacker Hostels and Hotels where we can pre - book your accommodation. If you are looking for a budget hostel bed the click here or if you are looking for more luxurious accommodation then click here.
Discounted Travel Insurance Adventure Travel offers a range of Backpacker Insurance policies at heavily discounted rates. We understand that you are on a budget and prefer to save your money to backpack around the world.
Security in LismoreLismore in Australia is a very safe place to travel with 1,000's of visitors touring through Lismore every year. This is a popular destination for sailing enthusiasts, sunlovers, families and backpackers. To check any foreign office information on Australia you can click here.
Weather in LismoreThe weather in Lismore is seasonal with 4 distinctive seasons. To get more information on the weather in Lismore, Australia, then click here.
Things to see and do in Lismore - Visit Minyon Falls with its picnic areas and 100 metre falls at Nightcap National Park
- Wilson Nature Reserve - look for koalas and the rare marbled frogmouth
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