Aquarium Shop · Ballina & Northern RiversFreshwater AquascapingDone Right
Thoughtful layouts, quality hardscape, and practical setup guidance for hobbyists across Ballina and the Northern Rivers.
- 2,000+Products in store
- 150+Fish selling bays
- 10 ft+Of plant selling tanks
- WeeklyFresh stock arrivals
- 4.9 From 208 Google reviews
Aquarium Zone · Ballina, NSW
All things
freshwater.
Do it once. Do it right. Your first tank or your next big project, start with people who take the time to help you get it right.
We’re a family-run freshwater aquarium store in Ballina, owned and run by Trent and Rebecca, looking after hobbyists right across the Northern Rivers. We’ve been part of the local aquarium scene since 2007, when we started out as Ballina Reef Aquariums. Whether you’re setting up your first tank or refining a planted display, we’ll help you choose what genuinely suits your setup.
No question is silly. Come in and talk to us.
Get to know usExplore Aquarium Zone
Your next aquarium
starts here.
The fish. The plants. The whole setup.
Freshwater fish
Find your fascination.
Explore fish profiles and species for your setup.
True aquatic plants
Bring it to life.
Genuine aquatic plants for planted tanks.
Aquascaping
See what’s possible.
Layouts, planted aquariums and inspiration.
Aquarium supplies
Every detail matters.
Lighting, filtration, substrate, nutrition and care.
Freshwater livestock
Small details.
Extraordinary life.
Tropicals, cichlids, shrimp, bettas, axolotls and more, with new fish on the wall every week. Tell us about your tank and we’ll help you choose fish that suit it, get along and settle in well.
- Freshwater fish Explore the range
- Compatibility & tank planning Choose with care
- Long-term fish health Build good habits
True aquatic plants
Real plants.
Living aquariums.
Genuine aquatic plants selected for health, colour and long-term success. From stem plants to Buce and carpeting varieties, discover the potential of your planted tank.
Custom aquariums / Made in-house
Built to your
dimensions.
We manufacture custom aquariums in-house, small to large and made to your dimensions. We also drill tanks and make sumps and cabinets, then install and maintain the finished setup for homes and businesses.
- Custom aquariums Small to large
- Tank hole drilling Made in-house
- Sumps & cabinets Made in-house
- Installation & maintenance Homes & businesses
Custom tank build
Tank & cabinet
Pond setup
Pond filtration installInside Aquarium Zone
Step inside
the store.
- 12-metre fish wallMore than 150 selling bays, with fresh stock every week.
- Two 5-foot plant systemsOver 10 feet of plant tanks, with submersed-grown plants grown by us.
- A display pondSee a working pond up close before you plan your own.
- Seven display aquariumsPlanted layouts and feature tanks to spark ideas for yours.
Aquascaping
Build a world
worth watching.
More than decoration. Fish, plants, layout, materials and equipment working together. Explore our display aquariums, then bring your own ideas to life with practical guidance on hardscape, substrate, lighting and filtration.
Inspiration from inside Aquarium ZonePlants / Hardscape / Light / Balance
A closer look in store
Fresh in store.
Looking for something specific for your aquarium? Talk to the team about current fish, plants and aquarium supplies.
From the store floor
New arrivals every week.
Fish and plants move quickly, so the best way to see what’s new is to come in. Call ahead if you’re after something in particular.
Trusted brands
Quality behind
every setup.
Respected aquarium brands chosen for lighting, filtration, nutrition, aquascaping and long-term care.
Services / Ballina & Northern Rivers
We set it up.
We keep it right.
Custom aquariums made in-house, aquarium and pond installation and maintenance, and digital water testing in store. Do it once. Do it right.
- Aquarium installationAquariums installed for homes and businesses, set up properly from day one.
- Aquarium maintenanceWeekly, fortnightly or monthly visits across the Northern Rivers.
Pond filtration & pumpsPremium branded filters and pumps installed and maintained, backed by warranty.
Digital water testingTested in store with our own software, with a full printed report.
Digital water testing / In store
Know your numbers.
Bring in a water sample for digital testing and take home a full printed report of your pH, KH, GH, phosphate, ammonia, nitrite and nitrate results. Tested with our own custom software, so the results are clear and easy to act on.
- pH
- KH
- GH
- Phosphate
- Ammonia
- Nitrite
- Nitrate
Aquarium & pond maintenance / Northern Rivers
Weekly. Fortnightly.
Monthly.
Aquarium and pond maintenance for homes and businesses across the Northern Rivers, with weekly, fortnightly or monthly visits and our own premixed water included. Talk to us about a plan for your setup.
- Homes
- Businesses
- Aquariums & ponds
- Premixed water included
From our customers
What people
say.
4.9Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 208 Google reviews
★★★★★
Staff are all very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Helped me out so much with my tank when I was struggling with everything and they knew how to get me on the right track as soon as I walked in. 100% recommend.
★★★★★
Always super helpful and great variety of products
★★★★★
The best service and products in the region.
★★★★★
Best aquarium shop in the northern rivers, staff are the best and they have a great selection of aquatic needs and animals.
★★★★★
Great service,Great staff easy to find, Great selection and great range of accessories
★★★★★
This Aquarium shop is the absolute best, just visiting or shopping for your aquarium needs leaves you with a smile on your face with a fantastic array of products, wonderful displays and the amazing koi pond smack bang in the middle of the store is amazing ... Super friendly and approachable staff , I can't recommend these guys highly enough....
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New arrivals, planted tanks and store displays, shared on Instagram.
Visit Aquarium Zone / Ballina, NSW
Come for
the fish.
Leave inspired.
See the range in person. Explore freshwater fish, true aquatic plants, display aquariums and specialist supplies, with practical advice for your next setup.
Your local freshwater specialist in Ballina.
For hobbyists across the Northern Rivers, including Alstonville, Lismore and Lennox Head.