About: angelasaurine
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- Angela Saurine is an award-winning journalist based in the village of Bangalow in the Byron Bay hinterland. She has more than 20 years' experience in the media industry.
November 28, 2024
Carols by the river in Ballina
AROUND 3,000 people are expected to gather for Riverside Carols at Ballina on Sunday 8 December. The alcohol-free event at Kingsford Smith Park will begin...
November 26, 2024
Lawson Street reopens ahead of schedule
LOCAL businesses are celebrating the reopening of a busy section of Lawson Street in Byron Bay, which has been closed since September. Byron Shire Council...
November 25, 2024
Rifle Range Road upgrade complete
THE $4.1 million upgrade of Rifle Range Road in Bangalow is now complete, reopening the key intersection with Lismore Road and promising improved safety...
November 24, 2024
Riding the waves of dedication
BYRON Bay Surf Life Saving Club's director of surf sports, Troy Eady, has earned life membership of Surf Life Saving Australia, recognising his 52...
November 24, 2024
From ruin to resilience: new book tells the story of flood recovery
A NEW book has captured the inspiring stories of resilience and recovery following the devastating 2022 floods. Turning the Tide, co-written by former Rotary Club...
November 23, 2024
You beauty! Bangalow restaurant takes home top gong
BANGALOW'S You Beauty has claimed the prestigious regional restaurant of the year title at the Good Food Guide Awards, beating strong contenders across NSW. Bar...
November 23, 2024
From trash to treasure
THE winners of Ballina Salvage Shed's Recycled Art Competition were revealed during an exhibition at the resource recovery shop on the weekend. Ron Ford won...
November 22, 2024
Byron in a bottle
AS a child growing up in Italy, Luca Bolzoni often saw his grandma making bottles of limoncello with lemons from the many trees his...
November 22, 2024
Retro rager ’80s dance group prepares to party
NORTHERN Rivers mums are busily digging out their hair crimpers, hoop earrings and taffeta skirts for The Cassettes' 12th birthday bash on November 29. The...
November 22, 2024
Healing the wild – new hospital for native animals
A NEW wildlife hospital expected to open by the end of the year will relieve pressure on local rescue organisations and vets, who are...
November 21, 2024
Ballina unites to walk against violence
A WALK to raise awareness about domestic and family violence will bring hundreds of Ballina residents together on November 29, as part of a...
November 21, 2024
Feathers, fowl and fun at Bangalow Show
FAMILIES flocked to Bangalow Showground last weekend for the annual Bangalow Show, which featured everything from rooster crowing competitions to a monster truck demonstration. Bangalow...
November 19, 2024
Burns Point Ferry temporary closure
The Burns Point Ferry, which connects West Ballina and South Ballina, will be closed for annual maintenance until November 25. Motorists are advised to use...
November 18, 2024
Chuckle for a cause
COMEDIANS Lindsay Webb and Mandy Nolan will entertain guests at an International Men's Day luncheon at Ballina RSL on Tuesday, November 19. Nolan will also...
November 18, 2024
Connecting kids to country and culture
INDIGENOUS students from Cabbage Tree Island Primary School got a lesson in bush tucker and traditional medicine from MasterChef star Mindy Woods during a...
November 17, 2024
Bangalow’s history comes to life
A film showcasing the history of Bangalow will screen at Bangalow Heritage House and Museum on Saturday, November 23, following the overwhelming demand that...
November 16, 2024
Distiller on road to success
He has been on every highway from Kentucky to Kyoto checking out whisky distilleries around the world – now Dan Woolley is sharing his...
November 15, 2024
Diving into fun
NIPPERS aged from under 8 to under 14s from clubs across the far north coast took part in a junior carnival at Yamba last...
November 15, 2024
Plea for tourism plan
THE new board of local tourism association Destination Byron is calling on Byron Shire Council to fund a paid tourism employee and a 'Destination...
November 14, 2024
Fun and flips at Ballina skate comp
NEARLY 100 people competed for $5,500 worth of cash prizes at the Fair Go 24 Skate Comp at Missingham Park in Ballina recently. Freddie Turmel...
November 10, 2024
American classics come to Byron
He has worked in kitchens everywhere from Texas to Louisiana – and now Reece White is bringing his love of American classics to Byron...
November 10, 2024
Versace Boys lay down tracks
Flamboyant local musicians the Versace Boys are excited to be releasing their debut album Get Rich or Cry Trying. Will Henderson, from Mullumbimby, and Alex...
November 8, 2024
Hello Dolly! 9 to 5 musical comes to Ballina
Dolly Parton's hit musical 9 to 5 will come to life in Ballina over the next few weeks, with community-based amateur theatre group Ballina...
November 8, 2024
Second Raes property opens to guests
LUXURY Byron Bay hotel Raes on Wategos has opened a new property just down the road from the original building. Known as The Guesthouses, the...
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