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...
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...
$1 million grant powers new wave of women’s surfing clubs
SURFING Australia has secured $1 million in federal funding for its 'New Wave of Female Boardriders' project, an initiative designed to increase opportunities for...
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...
Around our region
TWEED Property: 28 Ewing Street, Murwillumbah Agent: Elders Tweed Valley - MURWILLUMBAH This much loved family home of 55 years is elevated with stunning views of Wollumbin...
Australian Surfing Awards nominations open
NOMINATIONS have opened for the 2024 Australian Surfing Awards, which will recognise top surfers and industry contributors on December 7. The awards will celebrate Australia's...
The dynasty continues: Penrith breaks Melbourne hearts to secure fourth-straight premiership
BY DOMINIC CRINITI/SEN THE Penrith Panthers have continued to rewrite history, winning a fourth-straight NRL premiership with a 14-6 win over the Melbourne Storm at...
Local films lead at Byron Bay film festival
THE 18th Byron Bay International Film Festival (BBFF) will kick off on October 18, showcasing a diverse range of local films, including Aquarius. The festival...
Yoga studios close amid economic challenges
Byron Bay's yoga community has faced a tough year, with three well-known studios closing their doors amidst rising costs and economic challenges. Bamboo Yoga, BodyMindLife,...
Byron Bay International Film Festival returns in October
THE Byron Bay International Film Festival returns next month, showcasing films in Byron Bay, Brunswick Heads, and Lennox Head. Running from October 18–27, the festival...
Town by Town – Bungalora
The size of Bungalora is approximately 4.4 square kilometres. The population of Bungalora in 2016 was 69 people. By 2021 the population was 71,...
Agent Profile – Su Reynolds
Su Reynolds Director First National Byron If you’ve ever looked for, or sold property in our Byron Shire, there ias every chance you’ve met Su. She is...
Around our region
TWEED 38 Kamala Crescent, Casuarina Agent: LJ Hooker - Kingscliff Sandcastles is a luxury three-level home in Kamala Crescent, Casuarina, offering contemporary comfort and timeless design. With...
Champions crowned at the 2024 Australian Longboard Titles
THE 2024 Australian Longboard Titles saw four new champions crowned after a thrilling competition at Cabarita Point. The event, held from September 12 to September...
Perfect weather, fierce competition at Rainbow Dragons Regatta
THE Rainbow Region Dragon Boat Club's annual regatta at Shaw's Bay, East Ballina, concluded under ideal conditions. The event kicked off with a lively boat...
No winners or grinners as vote count paused until Monday
VOTERS across NSW headed to the polls on Saturday for the Local Government Elections, but as of 10pm, no clear winners had emerged, with...
NSW votes in council elections
VOTERS across the Northern Rivers and the rest of NSW will head to the polls tomorrow (September 14) as fresh candidates and seasoned incumbents...
McClintock’s perfect boot seals Ballina’s 2024 NRRRL Grand Final victory
The Ballina Seagulls won the 2024 NRRRL Grand Final in a low scoring 16-10 point thriller. The faultless goal kicking of Hamish McClintock ultimately proving...
New business toolkits empower region’s female entrepreneurs
A NEW plant-based skincare range crafted from finger lime extract is putting Ballina on the map, but for the duo behind Bush Harvest Co,...
Town by town – Tweed Heads South
The size of Tweed Heads South is about 11.5sqkm. It has 20 parks covering nearly 32.3 per cent of total area. The population of Tweed...
Leading the way for a sustainable future water supply
LOCAL businesses in Northern Rivers are making significant strides in water conservation, saving the equivalent of almost four Olympic swimming pools per year. Rous County...
Town by Town – Casuarina
The size of Casuarina is approximately 2.7 square kilometres. It has 5 parks covering nearly 10.9 per cent of total area. The population of...
Construction begins on historic Byron Bay site
CONSTRUCTION has officially started on the Secret Garden Residences in the Byron Town Centre, located at 119-123 Jonson Street. The residences are set to transform...
Petition launched to save Bluesfest from closure
A NEW petition hopes to secure a NSW Government rescue package for Bluesfest Byron Bay, as the festival faces potential closure after its 2025...