It’s whale watching time
A winter highlight in this region is the annual whale migration, and whale-watchers can expect to see the glorious sights soon.
The Department of Environment and Conservation has reported sightings off Coffs Harbour.
National Parks says the two species most commonly seen in our waters are humpback and southern right.
Good spots in the Ballina Shire region to see migrating whales are Lighthouse carpark at East Ballina, Boulders Beach headland and Lennox Point. North Wall and South Wall at Ballina don’t provide the higher viewing platform of those sites, but they are still good vantage spots.
And for those lucky enough to be able to get out on the water to watch whales, a word of warning: Changes to the marine mammal approach distances became effective on June 1.
For those wishing to get out on the water check out the local Ballina and Byron Bay whale watching tour operators!
