Can you smoke in Byron Bay?
Can you smoke in Byron Bay? Byron Shire Council voted to ban smoking on local beaches and rangers are now issuing fines of up to $200 to anyone caught smoking in these areas! Alongside this, there's been a 29% decrease in the number of littered smoking items found since the launch of our 'Smoke Free Beaches' and 'Butt Free Byron Shire' campaign!
Is it safe to swim in Byron Bay?
always swim or surf at patrolled beaches. Swim between the red and yellow flags. They mark the safer area for swimming. never swim, surf or fish alone.
Can you drink alcohol on the beach in Byron Bay?
No, the beaches in Byron Bay are alcohol free zones. This also applies to public parkland and most of the streets around town.
Why is Byron Bay so expensive?
Byron Bay's soaring popularity as a playground for the rich, famous and sea-changers has pushed its house prices to record levels - and into the $3 million club.