Lennox Head, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lennox HeadNew South Wales |
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Lennox Point
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 Lennox Head
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 7,741 (2016 census) |
| Postcode(s) | 2478 |
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| LGA(s) | Ballina Shire |
| State electorate(s) | Ballina |
| Federal Division(s) | Richmond |
Lennox Head is a cool seaside village in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. It's located on the coast between the popular Byron Bay and Ballina. This area is part of the Ballina Shire local government area. In 2016, about 7,741 people lived here.
Lennox Head is on the traditional lands of the Bundjalung people. They are the original owners and caretakers of this beautiful region.
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How Lennox Head Was Formed
The headland at Lennox Head was created a very long time ago. It was formed during the Cenozoic era. This happened because of lava flows from a giant ancient volcano. This volcano, called the Tweed Volcano, is now Mount Warning. The hot lava spread out, covering older land that had risen from the ocean.
Important Events in Lennox Head's History
Lennox Head has experienced some big events over the years.
Bushfires
In 1957, a large bushfire burned near Lennox Head. It had been burning for days in a swamp. Suddenly, it changed direction and moved towards the town. Luckily, residents had some warning. They found shelter between the lake and the ocean. No houses were lost, which was a great relief.
In January 2014, another major bushfire started north of the town. It burned through heathland all the way to Suffolk Park. This fire was caused by a lightning strike. It continued for about a month because of underground peat fires.
Tornado Hits Lennox Head
On June 3, 2010, a small Tornado hit the village. It caused a lot of damage to about thirty homes. Several people were injured. Seven vans at the Lake Ainsworth Caravan Park were overturned. It was a scary day for the community.
Who Lives in Lennox Head?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1971 | 437 | — |
| 1976 | 843 | +92.9% |
| 1981 | 1,199 | +42.2% |
| 1986 | 1,854 | +54.6% |
| 1991 | 3,036 | +63.8% |
| 1996 | 4,511 | +48.6% |
| 2001 | 5,809 | +28.8% |
| 2006 | 6,618 | +13.9% |
| 2011 | 5,764 | −12.9% |
| 2016 | 6,096 | +5.8% |
| 2021 | 7,483 | +22.8% |
| Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics data. | ||
According to the 2016 Australian census, there were 7,741 people in the Lennox Head - Skennars Head area.
- About 1.9% of the population were Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Most people (82.0%) were born in Australia.
- Other common birthplaces included England (4.1%) and New Zealand (1.8%).
- Most people (91.0%) spoke only English at home.
- For religion, many people said No Religion (35.8%). Others were Catholic (25.1%) or Anglican (16.0%).
Fun Things to Do in Lennox Head
Lennox Head is a popular spot for visitors. There are many fun activities to enjoy.
Surfing and Hang-Gliding
The headland, also known as Lennox Point, is famous for surfers. They come for the amazing "righthand break" waves. Hang-gliders also love this spot. They launch themselves off the 65-meter high cliff.
Pat Morton Lookout
The Pat Morton lookout on the headland offers amazing views. It's named after Pat Morton. From here, you can see the whole village. You can also see Seven Mile Beach stretching north towards Broken Head. This is a great place to watch dolphins surfing. You can also see the annual whale migration when whales swim past.
Lake Ainsworth
Lennox Head is known for its pub, caravan park, and Lake Ainsworth. Lake Ainsworth is a unique freshwater lake. Its water has a special brown color from the surrounding tea trees. This color is a cool contrast to the white sands of Seven Mile Beach. Sometimes in warmer months, the lake can have a "blue-green algal bloom."
Local Markets
If you like markets, you're in luck! Lennox Head markets are held at the community centre. They happen on the second and fifth Sunday of every month.
Education
Lennox Head has one primary school, called Lennox Head Public School.
Lennox Head Aboriginal Area
Lennox Head is home to a special place called the Lennox Head Aboriginal Area. It's a small reserve, about 0.3 hectares in size. It was created in 1972 to protect "The Ceremonial Ring." This ring is very important to the local Bundjalung Tribe. It was also listed on the Register of the National Estate.
The Ceremonial Ring
The Ceremonial Ring is a Bora ring. The Bundjalung people used it to initiate boys into the tribe. It's a raised ring on sandy ground, about 32 meters across. It's one of the best-preserved coastal ceremonial grounds in New South Wales.
Sports and Recreation
Lennox Head has active sports clubs for young people and adults.
Rugby League
The Lennox Head Dolphins is a rugby league club. They play in the Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League competition.
Rugby Union
The Lennox Head Rugby Union Club is known as The Trojans. This rugby union club started in 1999. They play in the Far North Coast Rugby zone. Their home ground is Williams Reserve in Lennox Head.
Famous People from Lennox Head
Some well-known people have lived in Lennox Head:
- Pat Rafter – a famous professional tennis player
- Sam Cromack – the lead singer of the Australian indie rock band Ball Park Music
- Simon Baker - a well-known actor
Gallery
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Lennox Point
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Looking towards Byron Bay from Lennox Point
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Looking at Seven Mile Beach from Lennox Point
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Lennox Point
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Fresh Water Lake - Lake Ainsworth
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Lake Ainsworth
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Looking toward Lennox Head from the northern end of Seven Mile Beach
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Panorama Showing Lennox Point and Training Surf Lifesavers
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Seven Mile Beach and Lennox Head
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Lennox Head from Pat Morton Lookout (panorama)
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Lennox Head from Pat Morton Lookout
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Paragliders at Pat Morton Lookout
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