About: angelasaurine

Profile: 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.

Posts by: angelasaurine

November 29, 2024

Tweed tops for tourism

TWEED businesses have taken home a swag of honours at the 2024 NSW Tourism Awards. The Northern Rivers Rail Trail was named the top tourist...

November 28, 2024

Fame, fortune and fragility

Why do we idolise certain people? Why do we love watching them fail? Michael Sharmon will explore these issues and more in his latest...

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 28, 2024

Guides added to work wish list

NORTHERN Rivers tour operators have welcomed news that tour guides have been added to the occupational shortage list. The list, compiled by the Australian government,...

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

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 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 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

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 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 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

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 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 17, 2024