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.
November 16, 2025
Legendary rockers reunite for star-studded Bluesfest 2026 lineup
Bluesfest has unveiled its first wave of artists for 2026, with Split Enz reuniting for their first performance in more than 20 years. Original band...
November 15, 2025
Can new creative hub HAVEN restore the town’s lost artistic soul?
A NEW creative space that aims to reclaim Byron Bay's artistic spirit will open this weekend, with a three-day celebration featuring everything from a...
November 14, 2025
Mullets and mowers steal the show in Mullumbimby
RECORD crowds turned out for the Mullumbimby Show last weekend, with crowd-pleasing events such as mower racing and a new mullet contest. [caption id="attachment_30038" align="aligncenter"...
November 14, 2025
Meet the local woman who lives without money
COULD you live without money? That's the question Jo Nemeth will explore in an upcoming talk at Byron Bay Library. The Lismore local...
November 14, 2025
From soldier to peacemaker: Aaron Tait’s search for redemption
WHEN Aaron Tait was deployed to Iraq as a young Navy diver in the hours after 9/11, he couldn't wait to get out there. "There...
November 13, 2025
Generations of Jarretts help keep the Bangalow Show spirit alive
WHEN Hollie Jarrett's name is called out as she competes in the campdraft at this year's Bangalow Show, her surname will be familiar to...
November 11, 2025
Inspiring the next generation of rural women
AFTER a year representing the local community, 2024 Young Woman of the Year winner Summer Chaseling is preparing to hand over the reins to...
November 10, 2025
Legendary rockers reunite for star-studded Bluesfest 2026 lineup
BLUESFEST has unveiled its first wave of artists for 2026, with Split Enz reuniting for their first performance in more than 20 years. Original band...
November 9, 2025
Burn After Dark returns for fiery summer festival at Three Blue Ducks
HOT on the heels of its inaugural winter festival in July, Three Blue Ducks is kicking off the summer season with a fiery celebration...
November 8, 2025
Beloved Indian restaurant leaves Mullum Bowlo for new location
PATRONS of the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Bowling Club have been left without a place to dine, following the relocation of Indian restaurant The Heritage Dining...
November 8, 2025
Local folk orchestra brings global ditties Down Under
FROM the lilting melodies of Ireland to the infectious grooves of Brazil, the Mullum Folk Orchestra will bring the sounds of global folk traditions...
November 7, 2025
Local band giving The Wiggles a run for their money with songs about mozzies, cockroaches and cube-pooing wombats
WATCH out, Wiggles — local kids' rock band The Gumboots has taken out the Michael McGlynn Newcomer Award at the recent Australian Children's Music...
November 6, 2025
Inside the community push to reopen The Bowlo
MEMBERS of the Bangalow community are banding together to pool their skills and resources in a bid to save The Bowlo. A community meeting was...
November 4, 2025
Surprise Byron Bay hotel joins elite MICHELIN list
BOUTIQUE Byron Bay hotel BASQ House has become the only property in the Northern Rivers to receive a MICHELIN Key in the French company's...
November 2, 2025
Best whale watching season yet ends with a splash
THE 2025 whale season has officially come to an end, with an estimated 50,000 humpbacks migrating along Australia's east coast — many putting on...
November 2, 2025
Local songstress Shelly Brown leads Rising North Tour up the coast
LENNOX Head singer Shelly Brown is among a trio of acts set to perform at The Beach Hotel as part of the Rising North...
November 1, 2025
Nimbin Roots ends on a high note
THE Nimbin Roots Festival wrapped up on a high over the weekend, with music lovers turning out in force to enjoy performances from musicians...
November 1, 2025
Community meeting to decide future of Bangalow Bowlo after sudden closure
A COMMUNITY meeting will be held next week to discuss the future of Bangalow's much-loved club, The Bowlo, following its abrupt closure. Details of the...
November 1, 2025
As Nimbin Roots ends, Mullum festival rises with big 2026 line-up
WHILE Nimbin bids farewell to its beloved roots festival, Mullumbimby is tuning up for an even bigger celebration, with the Mullum Roots Festival set...
October 31, 2025
Halloween cabaret set to spook and surprise
THINGS are set to get a little spooky in Mullumbimby this Friday night, when the Drill Hall Theatre hosts a one-night-only Halloween Cabaret. Featuring drag,...
October 30, 2025
Mullet contest and mower racing: highlights of Mullum Show revealed
FROM a new "Mullum Mullet" contest to mower racing, there will be loads of fun at this year's Mullumbimby Agricultural Show, running from November...
October 27, 2025
Fletcher Street Cottage volunteer wins top award
FLETCHER Street Cottage volunteer Ella Vivian-Kay has been named the 2025 Northern Rivers Young Volunteer of the Year. The 23-year-old began volunteering at the Byron...
October 26, 2025
Northern Rivers shines at 2025 Spa & Wellness Awards
THE Northern Rivers has cemented itself as a leading wellness destination, with local operators receiving top honours at the 2025 Spa & Wellness Awards. Elements...
October 25, 2025
Sweet family backstory behind Bangalow’s new Thai take-away
A NEW Thai takeaway restaurant, Buddha Belly, has opened on Bangalow's main street, serving up authentic cuisine made with fresh, organic ingredients. Owners Flook Santichairat...
