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Australia Day Recognition to Byron's Local Heroes
The founder of a program offering a transitional program for women at risk has been named Byron Shire’s 2019 Citizen of the Year.
SHIFT Project... Read Story
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Economic Turbulence Brings Dip in Local Business Confidence
Business confidence in the Northern Rivers has dropped significantly over the past 12 months, a survey by the NSW Business Chamber shows.
The chamber’s quarterly... Read Story
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‘Flickerfest - Kapowerful Short Films!’
Flickerfest returns to the Northern Rivers from the 25th-27th January, for it’s 21st year screening a smorgasbord of the best short films from the Byron... Read Story
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Bluesfest 30th Birthday Artist List Grows
Aussie icon Tash Sultana will return to Bluesfest to help celebrate its 30th Anniversary over Easter.
Other ‘must-see’ acts on the festival’s latest artist announcement, released... Read Story
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Terrorism 'Hysteria' Could Lead to Price Hikes
People travelling on regional airlines could face price hikes if bolstered security measures at regional airports are introduced to prevent future terror threats. That is the... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events -
Lismore Answers the NSW Glass Recycling Crisis
Lismore could have the solution to recycling hundreds of thousands of tonnes of glass being stockpiled and landfilled across the country. The ABC’s Four Corners program... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events -
Byron Writers Festival 21st a Sunny Hit
Byron Writers Festival (4-6 Aug), Australia’s largest regional literary festival, wrapped up a hugely successful 21st year with more than 130 writers, thinkers and commentators... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events -
SES Volunteers Quit After Abuse and Assaults
Volunteers for the State Emergency Service in Northern Rivers are quitting after being abused, spat on and assaulted in the wake of Cyclone Debbie. Flood intelligence... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events -
Byron Writers Festival Starts Next Week
Preparations are in full swing for the opening of 21st Byron Writers Festival next week (Friday 4 August – Sunday 6 August). More than 130... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events -
State Govt Promises $300,000 for Tourism After Floods
The NSW Government today announced a dedicated Flood Recovery Support Program worth $300,000 to help drive visitors back to the NSW North Coast this Spring. Premier... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events -
House With No Steps Awarded Funding for Virtual Reality Project
Disability services provider House with No Steps has been awarded funding to develop an innovative Virtual Reality-based learning tool for disability support workers. House with No... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events -
Nimbin’s Rainbow Power Company – which started with three mates selling solar-powered torches at local markets from the back of a van – celebrated 30... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events -
Powderfinger Reunite at Splendour in the Grass
Iconic Brisbane band Powderfinger has treated festival-goers at Splendour in the Grass in Byron Bay to a surprise set. Frontman Bernard Fanning was playing the amphitheatre... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events -
New Security Introduced at Splendour After Global Terror Attacks
Terrorism threats at major music events abroad have prompted Australia’s biggest music festival to beef up security. Counter-terrorism police will join more than 150 officers patrolling... Read MorePosted: , in News & Events