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November 6, 2024

Rainbow Dragons honoured as Club of the Year

THE Rainbow Region Dragon Boat Club (RRDBC) celebrated a successful October, earning the 2023/24 Dragon Boat New South Wales (DBNSW) Club of the Year...

November 6, 2024

Services, silence, and poppies to mark Remembrance Day

COMMUNITIES across NSW will come together on Monday, November 11, for Remembrance Day, an annual observance dedicated to honouring fallen service personnel since 1919. At...

November 5, 2024

Federal funding supports local priorities in Richmond

NEW federal funding will enhance road and community infrastructure across Richmond, backing key projects in Tweed and Byron Shires that focus on improving road...

November 4, 2024

Beachgoers urged to protect nesting shorebirds on Byron beaches

BEACHGOERS are being urged to avoid sand dunes and respect nesting areas along the Byron Shire coastline, where endangered shorebirds are in the midst of...

November 4, 2024

Ballina Shire installs kerbside EV charging station in town centre

A NEW kerbside electric vehicle (EV) charging station has been installed in Ballina, improving access to charging options for regional EV drivers and visitors. The...

November 3, 2024

Why Labuschagne prefers Smith at four and his thoughts on the vacant opening position

AUSTRALIA'S Marnus Labuschagne does prefer having Steve Smith bat behind him at number four in the Test order. After opening the batting in his last...

November 2, 2024

Byron yoga studio to host free community day

BYRON Yoga Studio will host a free community yoga day on Sunday, November 17, with classes from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm at its...

November 2, 2024

Holbrook confident Kangaroos are ready for Pacific Championships final

THE Kangaroos have secured a place in the Pacific Championships final after defeating New Zealand 22-10. Australian assistant coach Justin Holbrook was excited about the...

October 31, 2024

Library trainee wins top state award

THE Richmond Tweed Regional Library's trainee library assistant Lauren Tearle has been awarded the 2024 USU New Gen Committee and Active Super Apprentice/Trainee of...

October 27, 2024

Support for regional news expanded through new funding

REGIONAL and community news organisations across the country will receive a much-needed boost with new funding announced by both federal and state governments, aimed...

October 25, 2024

New frontline workers bolster support for North Coast women and children

THREE new frontline workers have been recruited to the Mullumbimby and District Neighbourhood Centre, providing vital support for women and children experiencing family, domestic,...

October 25, 2024

“This is as serious as it gets”: Ezra Mam’s future at the broncos in doubt

DISCUSSIONS have raged around the appropriate punishment for Brisbane Broncos five-eighth Ezra Mam after his involvement in a two-car crash on Friday afternoon. The star...

October 24, 2024

Kangaroos will enter Kiwis clash with “same footy team” says Meninga

KANGAROOS coach Mal Meninga has told SEN that he is unlikely to change the starting 17 for Australia's clash against New Zealand in Christchurch...

October 22, 2024

$15 million relief fund announced for regional news publishers

THE Federal Government has announced a $15 million relief fund to support regional and community news organisations after extensive lobbying from Country Press Australia...

October 21, 2024

$3 million boost for regional newspapers across NSW

THE state government has pledged an additional $3 million to support regional and rural newspapers in New South Wales. This funding brings the total commitment...

October 18, 2024

Female-led production team brings Into the Woods to life

BANGALOW Theatre Company is set to debut Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods at Byron Theatre on November 22, led by an all-female production team. This...

October 18, 2024

“He’s a special one”: NSW coach Shipperd heaps praise on young star Konstas

CRICKET prodigy Sam Konstas could be in line for a call-up to the Australian Test team this summer after a stellar start to this...

October 17, 2024

Bishop and Caine predict Addo-Carr’s next destination

CANTERBURY Bankstown Bulldogs' winger, Josh Addo-Carr is in talks with multiple NRL clubs; Michelle Bishop and Joel Caine gave their predictions for where he...

October 15, 2024

Cyclists flock to Lismore for inaugural cycling festival

LISMORE hosted its first-ever cycling festival over the long weekend, drawing nearly 200 participants to a range of events designed for riders of all...

October 15, 2024

Ballina student shines at international Space Camp

BALLINA Coast High School student Olivia Van Zwieten has returned from the USA after attending the prestigious Space Camp, where she was one of...

October 14, 2024

Epic adventure: Heard Island documentary to premiere in Ballina

A NEW documentary exploring the little-known Heard Island will premiere at the Dendy Ballina Fair on October 17. The Great White Whale captures the spirit...

October 13, 2024

Raes celebrates 30 years with community day at Wategos

RAES on Wategos is marking its 30th anniversary with a special Community Day on Sunday, October 20. Food, drinks and family entertainment will be available...

October 11, 2024

Roosters survive late surge from Cronulla to claim NRLW premiership

THE Sydney Roosters have claimed a second NRLW premiership with a 32-28 win over a valiant Cronulla Sharks outfit at Accor Stadium on Sunday...

October 11, 2024

Applications open for Mayoral Fund

COMMUNITY groups, organisations and schools in the Byron Shire are encouraged to apply for the 2024/25 Byron Shire Mayoral Fund, with $3500 available for...