Yamba

Yamba is a coastal town at the mouth of the Clarence River in the Clarence Valley local government area of northern New South Wales. It is known for its headlands, river estuary and multiple ocean beaches including Main Beach, Pippi Beach and Turners Beach. The town functions as a beach resort and fishing port, with the historic Clarence River Light on Pilot Hill and access to Yuraygir National Park.

Visitors can expect a relaxed coastal town set between the Clarence River estuary and the Pacific Ocean. The area includes patrolled surf beaches, sheltered river beaches, rocky headlands with lookouts, the Yamba Lighthouse on Pilot Hill, coastal walking tracks, cafes and shops in the town centre, and a working fishing harbour. Surroundings include national park coastline, river views and opportunities for swimming, surfing, fishing and dolphin watching.

Yamba is located on Yaegl Country. European settlement developed from the 1860s as a port and pilot station at the mouth of the Clarence River. The Clarence River Light (Yamba Lighthouse) was first established in 1880 on Pilot Hill to guide vessels entering the river, with the current concrete tower built in 1955. The town grew as a fishing port and seaside resort.

The area holds cultural significance for the Yaegl people as part of their traditional Country along the Clarence River and coastline. Contemporary culture is centred on fishing, surfing and river life, reflected in the working harbour, fishing fleet and community events.