About: Angus Smith
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- Angus Smith is editor of the Times News Group’s Northern Rivers publications, overseeing editorial direction for the Byron Coast Times, Lismore Times, Tweed Coast Times and Ballina Times.
July 1, 2025
Helpdesk to support Victoria’s apprentices
A FREE helpdesk has been launched to support Victorian apprentices and trainees with pay, training and workplace issues. The State Government has launched the Apprenticeships...
July 1, 2025
Victoria smashes food and fibre export target
VICTORIA has hit its $20 billion food and fibre export goal six years ahead of schedule, cementing its place as Australia's top exporter in...
June 30, 2025
Seismic blasting proposal again delayed
SEISMIC surveying plans off Victoria's west coast have been delayed again, with the project still under review by the national offshore regulator. Seismic surveying, which...
June 25, 2025
Water sector on track for 100 per cent renewables
THE STATE'S water corporations are on track to run entirely on renewable electricity by the end of the year, cutting emissions and lowering costs. Water...
June 24, 2025
Push for 111 crisis number to simplify mental health support
A CAMPAIGN to launch 111 as Australia's single mental health crisis number is gaining traction, with advocates calling for an end to the confusion...
June 24, 2025
New policy backs Victorian industry and jobs
VICTORIA has unveiled a new plan to grow local industries, boost advanced manufacturing and create secure jobs across the state. Industry and advanced manufacturing minister...
June 15, 2025
Regional tour goes en pointe
GEELONG will host a major moment on the national arts calendar this month when The Australian Ballet arrives with four performances, a behind-the-scenes open...
May 29, 2025
Mystery works baffle Torquay residents
FENCED-OFF works at Point Danger and Elephant Walk have left many Torquay residents guessing, with community forums filled with speculation in recent weeks. Theories have...
May 28, 2025
Under 18s to get free Victorian public transport next year
CHILDREN across Victoria will be able to travel for free on public transport from January 1, 2026, under a major cost-of-living measure announced in...
May 18, 2025
Chance to cash in as Geelong hits recycling milestone
GEELONG residents have returned more than 103 million drink containers through Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme since its launch in November, earning nearly $11 million...
May 16, 2025
Libby Coker reflects on re-election and what comes next
A WEEK after her re-election, Libby Coker still carries the weight of the moment. "It's quite emotional," she says. "To have a role to...
May 6, 2025
Access increases to free medication to reverse opioid overdoses
More people across Victoria will be able to get access to free naloxone under an expansion of the state's overdose prevention program. This week, acting...
May 5, 2025
Victorians invited to have their say on multicultural review
MULTICULTURAL and multifaith communities across Victoria are being invited to help shape the future of the state's multicultural policies and institutions. Minister for Multicultural Affairs...
April 29, 2025
Torquay community battery project moves ahead
A NEW community battery will be installed in Torquay as part of a national push to improve access to renewable energy and reduce household...
April 29, 2025
Labor promises fast track for 6,000 tradies
A RE-ELECTED Albanese Labor government will invest $78 million to help 6,000 experienced workers become fully qualified tradies under a new national program. The Advanced...
April 28, 2025
Stronger laws target hate speech in Victoria
NEW anti-vilification laws passed by the Victorian parliament will extend protections to more groups and introduce tougher penalties for serious hate speech and threats. The...
April 28, 2025
Federal funding to improve Surf Coast crash hotspots
MORE than $3.3 million in federal funding has been allocated to improve safety at 11 crash-prone sites across the Surf Coast under the 2025–26...
April 21, 2025
Liberals pledge $2 million for Torquay to Armstrong Creek bike path
A $2 million Liberal Party pledge would support the creation of a new dedicated bike path linking Torquay and Armstrong Creek, if the...
April 17, 2025
Free mental health clinic coming to Torquay
A NEW Medicare Mental Health Centre will be established in Torquay, offering free, walk-in mental health care to residents across the Surf Coast, Armstrong...
April 16, 2025
Victoria pushes for real increase to minimum wages
THE Victorian government has called for a real wage increase for workers on minimum and award wages as part of its submission to the...
April 12, 2025
From logs to legends: Rare vintage surfboards hit the market
SURFBOARDS from the golden era of Australian surfing are up for sale, as 80-year-old Torquay collector Rob Dunn clears out the final pieces of...
April 9, 2025
Victoria records leading cardiacarrest survival rate
VICTORIA has recorded its highest cardiac arrest survival rate on record, with 41 per cent of patients surviving to hospital discharge in 2023-24. New data...
April 9, 2025
Regional tourism spend hits record $645 million
TOURISTS spent a record $40 billion in Victoria last year, according to new data from Tourism Research Australia. The latest figures show total tourism spending...
April 9, 2025
Wurdi Baerr Stadium to get showcourt upgrade
A NEW show court with tiered seating is on the way for Torquay's Wurdi Baerr Stadium, with a contractor confirmed to begin work on...
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