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September 13, 2024
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,...
September 13, 2024
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...
September 13, 2024
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...
September 6, 2024
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...
September 6, 2024
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...
September 6, 2024
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...
September 2, 2024
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...
August 31, 2024
Kernaghan brings boys from the bush tour to Tweed Heads
LEE Kernaghan is set to bring his iconic Boys From The Bush – The Concert Australian Tour to Twin Towns on November 8. Fans can...
August 30, 2024
Ballina Seagulls advance to 2024 NRRRL Grand Final after gritty win
THE Ballina Seagulls are the first team through, and will host, the 2024 NRRRL Grand Final. A fantastic team and defensive effort saw the Seagulls...
August 30, 2024
Town by Town Banora Point
The size of Banora Point is approximately 12.2 square kilometres. It has 21 parks covering nearly 7.8 per cent of total area. The population...
August 30, 2024
Agape launches fashion parade as homelessness soars in Northern Rivers
TWEED Heads-based Agape Outreach is hosting an Up-Cycled Fashion Parade to raise funds to support its work as homelessness surges across the Northern Rivers. The...
August 27, 2024
Tyalgum Music Festival brings opera and chamber music to life
THE Tyalgum Music Festival returns to the picturesque village of Tyalgum in Northern NSW from 13-15 September 2024. The festival offers a rich program blending...
August 21, 2024
New nature playground for Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
BYRON Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is building a state-of-the-art nature playground to help it become more sustainable. The Knockrow attraction – previously known as Macadamia Castle...
August 20, 2024
Tweed set to benefit from amendments to Regional Development Act
THE NSW Government has introduced legislation to Parliament aimed at updating the Regional Development Act 2004. The amendments seek to support sustainable investments across regional...
August 20, 2024
Japanese manufacturer acquires Byron’s Smart Energy
JAPANESE appliance maker Rinnai Corporation Australia has announced the acquisition of Byron-founded Smart Energy Group, marking its entry into the solar PV and battery market. The...
August 19, 2024
Local study finds Australians struggle to spot dodgy moles
AUSTRALIANS are struggling to identify malignant melanomas on their skin, raising concerns about the effectiveness of self-detection guidelines. New research from Southern Cross University shows...
August 17, 2024
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport marks 20 years with Virgin Australia
BALLINA Byron Gateway Airport is celebrating 20 years of partnership with Virgin Australia, marking a significant milestone for the region's aviation sector. As part of...
August 17, 2024
Byron Bay to host Australian Pro Adaptive Surfing Championship in 2025
BYRON has been announced as the host of the Australian Pro Adaptive Surfing Championship in 2025. The event will be an official stop on the...
August 16, 2024
North Coast Mud Trail returns to showcase local ceramic artistry
THE Northern Rivers region will once again become a hub of creativity as the North Coast Mud Trail returns this weekend on August 17...
August 14, 2024
Veterans employment exceeds targets in NSW
THE NSW Public Service has surpassed its veteran employment targets, with 773 veterans hired since October 2022, exceeding the 18-month goal of 750. Ballina RSL...
August 13, 2024
Ballina Library social circle hosts local author
THE works of local author Penny Fields-Schneider were explored at a recent Ballina Library Social Circle meeting. Fields-Schneider, known for her historical fiction series "Portraits in...
August 13, 2024
Early Learning Matters Week at Tweed City
TWEED City Shopping Centre hosted Early Learning Matters Week this week, bringing together early childhood educators, parents, caregivers, and community leaders from across Australia. Organised...
August 12, 2024
Local North Coast Students shine at 2024 Indigenous talent identification camps
INDIGENOUS students from the North Coast gathered at Southern Cross University for the 2024 UAA and NCAS Indigenous Talent Identification Camps. The camps, organised by...
August 11, 2024
Better deal for region’s gig workers
THE NSW Government will introduce new legislation to provide protections for gig workers in the food delivery and rideshare sectors. The reforms empower the NSW...
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