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.
June 3, 2026
From hatted restaurants to fish and chips – why Luke Southwood made the switch
HE'S worked in some of the country's most acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, and now Luke Southwood is bringing a touch of class to the humble...
June 2, 2026
Local chef’s new Mexican food van inspired by street food from around the world
RAJ O'Brien was just nine years old when he travelled to Mexico with his family, but memories of taqueria taco stands have stayed with...
June 1, 2026
Dad-daughter uke act strikes a chord
MUCH-loved Mullumbimby ukulele player Stuart Eadie and his daughter Rosie are preparing to perform a special father-daughter set at The Top Mullumbimby before heading...
May 31, 2026
Two local heavyweights in high-stakes Greens showdown
TWO of the Byron Shire's highest-profile figures – comedian Mandy Nolan and Byron Shire mayor Sarah Ndiaye – are set for a high-stakes showdown...
May 30, 2026
“It’s a disgrace” – business leader blasts government over rail trail failure
BYRON Bay Chamber of Commerce president Matt Williamson has slammed the government over its failure to deliver the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, saying years...
May 30, 2026
Inside the flamenco experience that shatters everything you think you know about the dance
JOHNNY Tedesco and his brother Richard grew up surrounded by Spanish and flamenco music and culture and began performing when they were small children....
May 29, 2026
Water Rats star Toni Scanlan to lead Tirra Lirra by the River at Byron Theatre
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...
May 28, 2026
Scones and stand-up – Mandy Nolan helps turn small town fundraiser into record-breaking event
BANGALOW Country Women's Association's highest-profile member, comedian Mandy Nolan, helped the organisation raise more than $9,000 for cancer research and support programs at Australia's...
May 27, 2026
Flowers and stones for fallen peacekeepers at lesser-known commemoration
LOCALS who feel affected by global unrest will be invited to place a flower or pebble within a mandala in remembrance of those who...
May 26, 2026
Local author planned a simple motherhood memoir – then realised she had to tell the whole truth
WHEN Maggie Walters began writing her latest book, she envisioned it as a sweet story celebrating her love for her three adopted children from...
May 24, 2026
First sightings herald record whale season ahead
LOCAL whale watching operators are preparing for a bumper season, with a record number of whales expected to migrate along the coast over the...
May 24, 2026
Why Australia’s most famous playwright is heading to a small local theatre
ACCLAIMED Australian playwright David Williamson will attend a special fundraising performance of his play Family Values at Goonellabah's Rochdale Theatre next month. The writer behind...
May 23, 2026
Stunning art exhibition reveals textured takes on local landscapes
BRIGHT, colourful artworks inspired by the landscapes and flowers of the Northern Rivers are on display in the Coherence exhibition at Byron Spaces Gallery...
May 22, 2026
Binnycart, bubbles and beers wow crowd at Bangalow Billycart Derby
FROM a racer in a billycart made from a garbage bin high-fiving kids in the crowd as he passed to a rainbow appearing on...
May 21, 2026
Sandhills project wins heritage award
BYRON Bay's Sandhills Wetlands restoration project has won the Landscape category at the 2026 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards. The award recognises outstanding heritage projects,...
May 20, 2026
Northern Rivers chef heading to Sydney’s hottest food event
THE Salty Mangrove chef David Moyle has been selected as one of 10 “flame master” chefs to showcase his grilling skills at this year’s...
May 19, 2026
SES carries out rescues as flash flooding batters Northern Rivers, with warnings still in place
Heavy rain, flash flooding and high tides caused chaos across the Northern Rivers on Monday night, with NSW SES still in place on...
May 19, 2026
From Buckingham Palace to the Dalai Lama – Greenpeace co-founder reflects on an extraordinary life
FROM hosting the Dalai Lama and his exhibition of photographs during a visit to Sydney to meeting Prince Philip at Buckingham Palace to discuss...
May 18, 2026
A fiddle, a washboard and wholesome fun at old-fashioned bush dance
FAMILIES are being encouraged to pull on their boots, denim and checked shirts for an old-fashioned bush dance at the upcoming Connecting Generations Bangalow...
May 17, 2026
Forget doomsday movies – Sarah Wilson says this is what civilisational collapse looks like
AI, global conflict, climate change, economic decline, the growing influence of tech billionaires and authoritarian regimes. If it feels like a lot is happening...
May 17, 2026
After waking up unable to walk, one man found new purpose in building box guitars
JASON London was in his late 40s when he began thinking about what he could do to help reduce cognitive decline. He had always loved...
May 16, 2026
Four Northern Rivers towns named in top 100 by Australian Traveller
FOUR Northern Rivers towns have made it onto Australian Traveller magazine’s list of the 100 best towns to visit in 2026. Byron Bay ranked third...
May 15, 2026
From surprise Bluesfest cameo to Byron mayor: Sarah Ndiaye reflects on her unlikely path at 50
WHEN former Byron Shire mayor Simon Richardson suggested she run for council, Sarah Ndiaye's initial response was: "no way!". "You guys get paid really badly,...
May 15, 2026
Sold-out NORPA production returns to The Eltham more immersive than ever
JULIAN Louis was sitting at The Eltham Hotel around five years ago when an idea began to take shape. The artistic director of acclaimed Lismore-based...
