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.
May 14, 2026
Inside Byron’s most stunning sustainable homes – open for one day only
LOCALS will have the chance to step inside some of the Byron Shire’s most innovative and sustainable homes this Sunday 17 May as part...
May 12, 2026
New book reveals five secrets to a fulfilling life
TRENT Pfisterer was on a surfing holiday in Hawaii in 2014 when he stumbled across the audiobook The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle...
May 11, 2026
Young filmmaker tested body for plastic – the results shocked him
LIKE many young people, Kal Glanznig found himself becoming increasingly concerned about what microplastics might be doing to the human body. The 25-year-old was...
May 10, 2026
From Big Dog to Willy Wonka – surprises in store for Bangalow Billycart Derby
ORGANISERS of the Bangalow Billycart Derby are hoping for clear skies ahead of this month's much-loved community event, following weeks of wet weather across...
May 10, 2026
Barefoot, genre-confused and shaking a fishing tackle box – Hussy Hicks rewrites the rules of live music
WITH soulful vocalist Leesa Gentz rattling a fishing tackle box as an improvised percussion instrument and Julz Parker powering the sound with her roaring...
May 9, 2026
Hillbilly Skank rewrites the tune
IT'S fair to say hillbillies don't always get the best rap in popular culture. Abe Stewart and his muso mates are out to change...
May 8, 2026
Local icons shine in dazzling new Shakespeare-inspired musical
WHEN playwright Michael Sharmon first stepped into Lismore's iconic Tropical Fruits New Year's Eve party, he felt an overwhelming sense of belonging. That experience...
May 7, 2026
Ultimate guide to 2026 Mother’s Day events across the Northern Rivers
LOCAL mums are set to be well and truly spoiled this Mother's Day, with a range of indulgent celebrations – from elegant high teas...
May 7, 2026
Peak Nimbin: official MardiGrass crowd count ends in “we lost count”
THOUSANDS of people descended on the tiny town of Nimbin over the weekend for the annual MardiGrass festival, drawn by events such as...
May 5, 2026
From punk band drummer to Byron Shire councillor
A NEW Byron Shire councillor has stepped into the role with a focus on housing, infrastructure and preserving the region's character. Peter Doherty said his...
May 4, 2026
Raw stories of survival move audience at fundraising event with a difference
SEVEN extraordinary women from seven different decades took to the stage at Byron Bay Golf Club last week, sharing powerful, personal stories of resilience...
May 3, 2026
Mullum Food Co-op unveils expansion
THE new awning at Mullum Food Co-op came into its own at the organisation's grand opening last Friday, as attendees took shelter from intermittent...
May 2, 2026
Beloved film festival returns in new timeslot
AFTER weather-related disruptions in recent years, the Bangalow Film Festival is set to return in 2026 with a new mid-year timeslot. Previously postponed due to...
May 2, 2026
Are these teens Byron Bay’s next big thing? Their rise says yes
BYRON Bay has long been a fertile breeding ground for musicians who go on to make it big – from Tones and I, who...
May 1, 2026
Northern Rivers pauses for Anzac Day
NORTHERN Rivers communities gathered in strong numbers for Anzac Day services, with wet weather failing to keep people away from ceremonies across the region. The...
May 1, 2026
We were just hating each other” – Jet reveals all ahead of Byron Bay gig
THEY shot to stardom in the early 2000s with hits like Are You Gonna Be My Girl and Cold Hard Bitch, riding a wave...
April 30, 2026
Bestselling authors and literary prize-winners lead Byron Writers Festival line-up
BOY Swallows Universe author Trent Dalton, Booker Prize-winning novelist Geetanjali Shree and Miles Franklin Award-winner Siang Lu are among the speakers confirmed for the...
April 29, 2026
Local dolphin populations face an uncertain future – here’s how you can help
WATCHING dolphins frolicking from headlands such as Cape Byron Lighthouse in Byron Bay, Pat Morton Lookout at Lennox Head or Fingal Head Lighthouse is...
April 28, 2026
A floating Nordic sauna could be coming to Brunswick Heads – here’s the plan
A NORDIC-style floating sauna could be on the Brunswick River by the end of winter – if local couple Stephen Aylward and Thea Frelsøy...
April 26, 2026
Where to find the cheapest (and most expensive) fuel in the Northern Rivers
PETROL prices across the Northern Rivers have fallen sharply since the conflict in the Middle East began, but they remain historically high, with significant...
April 26, 2026
Water Rats actress brings an extraordinary life to local stage in ambitious new work
WHEN her colleague Kate Wild introduced her to the Miles Franklin-winning novel Tirra Lirra by the River, Heather Fairbairn was immediately drawn to its...
April 25, 2026
Concerns over safety of Byron Bay war memorial
MEMBERS of the Byron Bay RSL are calling for urgent restoration work on the Byron Bay War Memorial, warning that damaged tiles and sections...
April 25, 2026
Bluesfest busker brings innovative foot drum to venues across town
MINNIE Marks has had a soft spot for Bluesfest since winning the busking festival there in 2022, making this year's cancellation all the more...
April 24, 2026
Slouch hats, wartime photographs and medals bring history to life at local childcare centre
HISTORY came alive at Harmony Early Education Centre in Bangalow this week, as Byron Bay RSL vice-president Jim Rogers showcased treasured objects from the...
