About: Angus Smith

Profile: 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

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 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

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

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

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...

July 24, 2024

David Scott selected for NSW Golf Croquet Shield Team

BALLINA'S David Scott has earned a spot on the New South Wales golf croquet team for the Australian Golf Croquet Championships in September, marking...

July 23, 2024

Locals tackle Richmond River pollution

NORTHERN Rivers locals have rolled up their sleeves to clean up the shores of the Richmond River. OzFish and Dolphin Research Australia organised the 'Keep...

July 23, 2024

NCC calls for urgent emissions reduction in regional NSW

THE Nature Conservation Council of New South Wales (NCC) has endorsed the creation of the NSW Net Zero Commission and the appointment of its...

July 22, 2024

Push for smart drum lines to replace shark nets across NSW

ENVIRONMENTAL groups are advocating for the replacement of shark nets with smart drum lines across New South Wales, inspired by the successful implementation in...

July 22, 2024

Mobile laundry service sees surging demand

A free mobile laundry service for people experiencing homelessness is under increasing strain as demand for services dramatically increases. Orange Sky Australia operates services in...

July 20, 2024

Swifties to descend on Byron

THE Northern is set to host a night of Taylor Swift hits with "Taylor Swift: The Eras Party" on August 9. Swifties can expect an...

July 19, 2024

Why Cameron Smith believes the Broncos are cooked in 2024

SEN's Cameron Smith has declared the Brisbane Broncos' season over after their 30-26 loss to the St George Illawarra Dragons in Round 19. The Broncos...

July 19, 2024