New South Wales location profile
East Lismore NSW 2480
East Lismore is a leafy, established suburb in the Northern Rivers, known for its elevated streets, classic timber homes and proximity to education and health services. It offers a quiet, community-oriented feel with easy access to Lismore CBD, the university and major amenities.
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Why families consider East Lismore
A mix of students, academics, health workers and families, drawn by Southern Cross University and nearby hospitals. Housing ranges from 1920s–60s weatherboard cottages to modern infill, with a relaxed, walkable lifestyle and strong community ties.
Amenities & services
- Wyrallah Road Shopping Centre (East Lismore)
- Lismore Square (Uralba St, Lismore)
- St Vincent’s Private Hospital Lismore (East Lismore)
- Lismore Base Hospital (nearby Lismore)
- Cafes and eateries along Wyrallah Rd and near SCU
- Lismore Library – 126 Molesworth St, Lismore
- Southern Cross University Library – Military Rd, East Lismore
Transport & connectivity
- No passenger rail; nearest is Casino Station (~30 km southwest)
- Northern Rivers Buslines routes linking SCU, Lismore CBD, Goonellabah and Casino
- Blanch’s Bus Company services to Ballina/Byron
- Bruxner Highway (B60)
- Wyrallah Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Lismore Workers Golf Club (East Lismore)
- SCU sports fields and fitness facilities (East Lismore)
- Lismore Memorial Baths and Oakes Oval (nearby CBD)
- Live performances at Lismore City Hall (CBD)
- Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens
- Rotary Park (Lismore Heights)
- Wilsons River parklands and walking paths
- Boatharbour Nature Reserve (nearby)
Education context
Multiple long day care and preschool options in and around East Lismore, including the SCU Early Childhood Centre on campus; moderate demand with waitlists at peak times.
- Southern Cross University – Lismore Campus (East Lismore)
- TAFE NSW – Lismore Campus (Uralba St, Lismore)