About: angelasaurine
- Profile
- 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.
January 24, 2026
Diaries and hidden treasures reveal stories of locals’ ancestors
AN exhibition showcasing a diverse range of mementos that reflect the countries of origin of local residents will open at Bangalow Heritage House...
January 24, 2026
Feminist firebrand Kathy Lette brings her sharp wit to Bangalow
BESTSELLING author and feminist Kathy Lette will appear in a special in conversation event at Bangalow A&I Hall on Friday 6 March. The Puberty...
January 23, 2026
Latin beats, Bollywood moves and African rhythms come together at Byron’s first multicultural art exhibition
A CELEBRATION of the Byron Shire's multicultural community will take place this weekend at the inaugural Multikulcha art exhibition at Coorabell Hall. MP for...
January 23, 2026
Hometown heavy metal powerhouse, soul icon and reggae royalty revealed in Bluesfest line-up
LOCAL heavy metal band Parkway Drive, legendary soul singer Erykah Badu and Bob Marley's former reggae band The Wailers are among the...
January 22, 2026
Northern Rivers restaurants score big in food awards – some in their first year
SEVENTEEN restaurants across the Northern Rivers were recognised with chef's hats in the 2026 Australian Good Food Guide Awards. River in Brunswick Heads...
January 22, 2026
2026 Australia Day, Survival Day and Connection Day events in Byron Bay region
A RANGE of Australia Day and Survival Day events will take place across the Byron Shire on Monday 26 January. The Ocean Shores Community...
January 21, 2026
Why Council is loaning out kids’ party kits – and how you can get one
KIDS' birthday parties in Byron Shire are set to become cheaper and more environmentally friendly, with Council now offering loans of reusable party...
January 20, 2026
Hydrogen-powered garbage truck turning heads in Byron Bay
BYRON Shire Council is trialling a new hydrogen-powered garbage truck in the town centre as part of a push to reduce carbon emissions. The...
January 19, 2026
Surprise performance bouncing into Brunswick Heads
PEOPLE are being encouraged to grab their picnic blankets and head to the river at Brunswick Heads this weekend to enjoy a playful performance...
January 18, 2026
A decade of risqué cabaret at Brunswick Picture House
IT'S hard to believe it has been 10 years this Easter since Brett Haylock and Chris Chen established Brunswick Heads as a surprise cabaret...
January 18, 2026
Ben Catley brings his finger-tapping ‘notes to self’ to Bluesfest Byron Bay
WHEN Ben Catley sits down to write music, a clear theme tends to emerge. Much of his songwriting centres on maintaining a positive...
January 18, 2026
Northern Rivers company behind reusable cup revolution brewing across Australia
WHEN Jonas Benedikt moved to Australia with his partner Alana Nicol in 2018, he was shocked by the amount of waste generated by cafés. German-born...
January 18, 2026
What’s on
The Northern Rivers is bursting with live music, comedy, cabaret and feel-good vibes this January. From burlesque brilliance in Brunswick Heads to soul, surf-rock...
January 18, 2026
The new small shop making a big difference to Lismore
A NEW homewares and gift shop has opened on the site of the former Southern Cross Credit Union, which had been vacant since the...
January 17, 2026
Want your short film on the big screen? Here’s your chance to shine at Byron All Shorts
BYRON All Shorts is calling for filmmakers from throughout the Northern Rivers to submit their entries for the annual short film competition. The finalists' screening...
January 17, 2026
Fed up and funny – cranky women take the mic for Mandy Nolan show
WOMEN today have plenty to be cranky about. They're tired of cooking and cleaning for everyone, of not being listened to, and of being...
January 16, 2026
Fire shuts key Byron to Bangalow route – here’s when it could reopen
ONE of the major thoroughfares between Byron Bay and the hinterland will be closed until at least January 23 while investigators assess the structural...
January 16, 2026
Byron art students turn personal stories into HSC success
BYRON Bay High School has excelled in the creative space in the HSC, with three visual art students making the 2025 Distinguished Achievers List. Sol...
January 16, 2026
The heartwarming backstory behind Ballina Players’ new Anne of Green Gables musical
GROWING up in Canada's Maritime provinces, the home of Anne of Green Gables, Jacquie McCalman has been enchanted by the story of the red-haired...
January 16, 2026
Meet the Northern Rivers researcher who’s spent decades tracking Yowies
GARY Opit was working as a ranger in Lamington National Park in the early 1970s when what he believes was a Yowie attacked his...
January 16, 2026
The heartwarming friendship behind the duo Honey and Silk
WHEN a friend from their singing circle described their voices as "like honey and silk," Aimie Elizabeth and Benita Peacock were understandably flattered. They...
January 15, 2026
Hometown metal powerhouse, soul icon and reggae royalty revealed in Bluesfest line-up
LOCAL heavy metal band Parkway Drive, legendary soul singer Erykah Badu and Bob Marley’s former reggae band The Wailers are among...
January 14, 2026
Plea for rail trail funding
SUPPORTERS of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail are being urged to contact the Minister for Regional Development and Local Government Kristy McBain...
January 14, 2026
How a refugee and cancer survivor came together on a food healing journey
AS a Vietnamese refugee, May Ly grew up helping her family grow food in south-western Sydney. After being diagnosed with terminal cancer, Richard Torgersrud...
