About: angelasaurine
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- Angela Saurine is a journalist at the Times News Group based in the village of Bangalow in the Byron Bay hinterland. She has more than 20 years' experience in the media industry.
October 25, 2025
Matsuri brings a taste of Japan to Byron Bay
BYRON Bay was transformed with the sounds and flavours of Japan last weekend as locals and visitors gathered for the annual Matsuri Japan Festival. The...
October 24, 2025
Documentary on former Miss Lismore’s murder nominated for prestigious award
A FILM about a child-survivor of family violence whose mother was killed by their father inside the family home in Lismore has been named...
October 24, 2025
“The undisputed future of the blues” in Byron
BLUESFEST favourite Christone "Kingfish" Ingram is set to return to Byron Bay on February 26 as part of his Hard Road tour of Australia...
October 24, 2025
Byron Bay shines in new season of Wellness Travel series
BYRON Bay has a starring role in the new season of Well Traveller, a wellbeing-focused TV series streaming on Network Ten's digital platform, 10. The...
October 23, 2025
Star power and stirring stories at Byron Bay International Film Festival
STALWART actors such as Jack Thompson joined rising stars on the red carpet for the opening of the Byron Bay International Film Festival last...
October 23, 2025
Billinudgel Hotel turns kids’ birthday party into regular event
IT started by accident, but Billinudgel Hotel's Family Fun Day has proven so popular it's become a regular event. The much-loved country pub held its...
October 21, 2025
Meet Matilda – the high-tech truck that’s a game changer for Aussie wildlife
BYRON Bay Wildlife Hospital has welcomed a state-of-the-art new vehicle ahead of a national tour in 2026, which will showcase how innovation in heavy...
October 20, 2025
Inside Byron Bay’s new creative nightlife venue and sake bar at OTHERWORLD
A NEW nightlife and cultural arts venue featuring a sake bar and Asian-inspired cuisine has launched inside the same building that houses OTHERWORLD in...
October 18, 2025
Byron Bay eyes tourist tax to tackle overtourism
BYRON Bay tourism operators are set to discuss the potential introduction of a bed tax or levy to help manage the impact of overtourism...
October 17, 2025
From country roots to funky folk – Yazmindi making waves in the Northern Rivers
YASMIN Morris grew up surrounded by music. Her parents were musicians, performing their own songs at pubs and folk festivals around Cooktown in Tropical...
October 17, 2025
Matsuri Byron Bay brings a taste of Japan to town
JAPANESE dancers, drummers and street food will take over Main Beach this Saturday, October 18 as the free Matsuri Japan Byron Bay returns. Festival director...
October 17, 2025
Paralysed surfer’s comeback lands film in festival finals
JOEL Taylor was an up-and-coming pro bodyboarder when a life-changing accident at Hawaii's famous Pipeline surf break left him confined to a wheelchair. Heartbroken at...
October 17, 2025
Big-name acts ready to rock at final Nimbin Roots Festival
THE much-loved Nimbin Roots Festival is set to go out in with a bang next weekend, with local favourites Hussy Hicks and Dog Trumpet...
October 16, 2025
Star guests and must-see movies at Byron Bay International Film Festival
AROUND 250 people are expected to attend the opening night of the Byron Bay International Film Festival this Friday, which will kick off with...
October 16, 2025
Lindy Hop dancers swing into Byron
SWING dancers from around the world will descend on the Northern Rivers this weekend for the inaugural Byron Bay Lindy Exchange. The three-day event celebrates...
October 15, 2025
Stylish new glamping tents unveiled
INGENIA Holidays Byron Bay has expanded its glamping offerings with the addition of six stylish new tents. The new Hideaway Tents are designed for two...
October 14, 2025
Family fun day in Federal
FACE painting and fancy hairdos will be just some of the attractions at the Federal Community Children's Centre Family Fun Day on Saturday October...
October 13, 2025
Sweet surprises await at new Byron Bay lolly shop
FROM the world's hottest gummy bears to Snickers-flavoured milk, a new lolly shop offering a range of novelty treats has opened in Byron Bay. Owner...
October 12, 2025
Local author’s book inspires new SBS documentary
OCEAN Shores author Julianne Schultz AM is thrilled to see her book The Idea of Australia brought to life on screen in a new...
October 12, 2025
EPIC honours late founder with bobblehead and big beats
HE may no longer be with them in the flesh, but Jesse Balfour is far from forgotten. Each time his former band performs, a...
October 11, 2025
Byron artist hits her stride post-Covid with striking solo exhibitions
JUSTINE Reilly always knew she wanted to be an artist, but her journey to where she is today —finally hosting her own solo exhibitions...
October 10, 2025
Local noshery named as having Australia’s best cocktails
PAPER Daisy restaurant at boutique hotel Halcyon House in Cabarita Beach has been named Australia's Best Cocktail List in the prestigious Wine List Awards. You...
October 10, 2025
New film captures stories of treasured objects lost and saved in floods
WHEN devastating floods struck the Lismore region in 2022, local filmmaker Karenza Ebejer picked up her camera and started shooting. She didn't have a clear...
October 9, 2025
Shark thriller with Byron Bay ties hits the big screen
A MOVIE about a man-eating shark, partly filmed in the Byron Bay hinterland, has hit cinemas. Set in 1942, Beast of War tells the gripping...
