In short 

Yamba year round offers an ideal holiday destination, offering glorious beaches and headlands, award winning dining and a relaxed lifestyle.
Located at the mouth of the mighty Clarence river, and based between two national parks Yamba imerses itself in pristine settings. This beautiful town is said to be the unspoiled version of Byron Bay.
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Recreation  

Yamba is home of some of Australia's most famous surf breaks including Angourie point. Other recreational activities in Yamba include ocean and estuary fishing and bushwalking within one of the two national parks. Yamba is also home to a terrific 18 hole seaside golf course.

Getting Here 

Car. Approximately 3 1/2 hours drive south of Brisbane (300km) travelling along the newly upgraded highway. Sydney to Yamba is about 665km with an average drive time of nine hours.
Plane. Regional aiports located nearby Yamba include Ballina and Grafton. Car rental and shuttle services are offered.
Sea. The Port of Yamba is Australia’s Eastern most sea port and is located at the mouth of the Clarence River. The crossing of the Yamba bar is one of the safest on the east coast of Australia and is home to the Yamba Boatharbour Marina. Port of Yamba for more information