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About: Angus Smith

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Angus is a multimedia reporter at the Surf Coast Times. He has experience with breaking news, investigative and feature stories. Follow him on Twitter @angussmithh.

Posts by: Angus Smith

August 2, 2024

Wellness Summit 2024 and Spa & Wellness Awards come to Byron Bay

THE Wellness Summit 2024 is set to bring together leaders in the spa, wellness, and wellness tourism industries for a two-day event at Crystalbrook...

August 2, 2024

Town by Town – Newrybar

The size of Newrybar is about 22.3 sqkm The population of Newrybar in 2016 was 457 people. By 2021 the population was 532, showing...

August 2, 2024

Is Jahrome Hughes the favourite to win the 2024 Dally M Medal?

MELBOURNE Storm star Jahrome Hughes has put on another spectacular performance in the 2024 NRL season, leading his side to a tough 32-14 win...

July 31, 2024

Local women drive grant to empower women and girls

NORTHERN Rivers women have raised $50,000 to support grassroots initiatives aimed at empowering women and girls in the region. The funds, donated through the Northern...

July 31, 2024

Tweed Heads residents urged to join community sleepout to combat homelessness

VINNIES is calling on residents of Tweed Heads to spend a night in the cold to raise awareness and funds for homelessness through the...

July 30, 2024

State government unveils plan for biodiversity and native vegetation management

THE state government has announced a $4.5 million plan to protect the environment and manage native vegetation more effectively across NSW. It follows the 2023...

July 30, 2024

Byron Bay leads Australia in part-time work

BYRON has emerged as Australia's top hotspot for part-time employment, with nearly half of its workforce engaged in part-time roles. According to a recent report...

July 30, 2024

Applications open for Local Sporting Champions programs

APPLICATIONS are now open for the Local Para Champions and Local Sporting Champions programs, which provide financial assistance to young athletes, coaches, and officials...

July 29, 2024

Byron Bay Cycling Club announces packed calendar of events

THE Byron Bay Cycling Club (BBCC) has announced a packed calendar of cycling events, starting this Sunday, July 28, with a winter criterium series...

July 29, 2024

Animal-free research gets $4.5M boost

LOCAL groups have welcomed the state government's announcement of a $4.5 million funding package to reduce and replace animals in medical research. The funding will...

July 29, 2024

Byron businesses star in ‘Stop the Hack’ cyber security campaign

SMALL business owners in Byron Bay are featured in a new ad campaign aimed at raising awareness about cyber threats and promoting the free...

July 28, 2024

Film at Byron Bay Surf Festival explores local surfer’s journey from surviving to thriving

THE Byron Bay Surf Festival will showcase "Surviving to Thriving," an acclaimed film about local surfer Karin Ochsner's journey of healing. Scheduled for August 16...

July 27, 2024

Gnibi College alumna transforms Indigenous engagement

A Southern Cross University Gnibi College graduate has been recognised for her research on what Indigenous peoples consider important in evaluations that affect them. Nicole...

July 27, 2024

The Trust Fall and Other Poems

WRITER and director Kym Staton will speak at Byron Community Centre next week about his latest work, "The Trust Fall: Julian Assange". The event, "The...

July 27, 2024

San Cisco to perform in Byron Bay

SAN CISCO is bringing their vibrant indie pop sound to regional Australia, with a highly anticipated performance in Byron Bay as part of their...

July 26, 2024

Red Cross issues urgent call for blood donations

RESIDENTS of the Northern Rivers are being called upon to donate blood this winter as Australian Red Cross Lifeblood says supplies are dwindling. Winter often...

July 26, 2024

Town by Town – Lennox Head

The size of Lennox Head is about 20.6 sqkm. It has 14 parks covering nearly 4.5 per cent of total area. The population of...

July 26, 2024

Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital seeks volunteers to support local wildlife

THE Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital (BBWH) is calling for volunteers to join its team and help care for the region's diverse wildlife. The hospital, known...

July 26, 2024

New lights installed at Bangalow Sports Fields

BANGALOW Sports Fields now feature new lighting, following several months of weather-related delays. The $795,000 upgrade, funded by the NSW Government's Essential Community Sports Assets...

July 26, 2024

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers return almost 500 people safely to shore in June

MARINE Rescue NSW volunteers in the Northern Rivers region successfully returned 110 people to shore in June. They completed 45 search and rescue missions, including...

July 26, 2024

Speed networking and business breakfast events in Ballina

BYRON and Beyond Networking is set to host two dynamic events in Ballina aimed at fostering business connections and growth: a speed networking session...

July 24, 2024

Parliamentary Inquiry calls for funding for wildlife hospitals

A Parliamentary Inquiry into the veterinary workforce shortage has recommended that the New South Wales government provide dedicated, ongoing funding for veterinary services for...

July 24, 2024

Funding boost enhances domestic violence support in Northern Rivers

LOCAL women will see enhanced support for domestic violence and sexual assault services with a $130,000 funding increase. Northern Rivers Women and Children's Services Incorporated...

July 24, 2024

Olympic surfing doco drops as Paris 2024 schedule confirmed

THE schedule for Paris 2024's surfing events in Teahupo'o, Tahiti has been confirmed. The competitions will take place over four days within a 10-day window...