About: Angus Smith
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- Angus is a multimedia reporter at the Surf Coast Times. He has experience with breaking news, investigative and feature stories. Follow him on Twitter @angussmithh.
January 17, 2025
Broadband upgrade promises stronger North Coast connectivity
THE FEDERAL Government has announced a $3 billion investment to upgrade broadband infrastructure. The upgrade will deliver faster internet to 622,000 premises nationwide, including many...
January 7, 2025
Blood stocks under pressure as New Year cancellations rise
LIFEBLOOD is urgently calling on New South Wales residents to help replenish dwindling blood supplies, with 3,100 donors needed this week. A sharp rise in...
December 30, 2024
Kyogle greenlights new Northern Rivers community-run eco-village
KYOGLE Shire Council has approved Afterlee Eco-village, a new cooperative community-based living site 20 minutes west of the town. Co-founder of the project, Shane Sylvanspring,...
December 24, 2024
Councils outline Christmas waste services and holiday tips
THE festive season brings an increase in household waste, and councils across northern NSW are stepping up to manage the load. While some services will...
December 19, 2024
Pool safety warning as summer swelters
WITH summer in full swing, Byron Shire Council is urging pool and spa owners to double-check their safety measures as backyard pools remain a...
December 6, 2024
Pop-up art market to showcase Northern Rivers creativity
A POP-UP art market will bring together some of the region's most talented visual artists at the Northern Rivers Community Gallery in Ballina on...
December 4, 2024
Clean out your household chemicals for free this summer
NORTHERN Rivers residents can safely dispose of household chemicals for free at two Chemical Cleanout events this December. On Saturday, December 7, the event will...
December 2, 2024
Cox to coach Swans, new role confirmed for Longmire after stepping down
DEAN Cox has officially been appointed as the Sydney Swans senior coach for season 2025 and beyond. The announcement has been made by the club,...
December 1, 2024
Why Craddock thinks Bumrah could end up rated as the “greatest fast bowler of all time”
COULD India superstar Jasprit Bumrah end up being rated as the greatest fast bowler of all time? Veteran cricket journalist Robert Craddock certainly thinks...
November 25, 2024
Entries open for Byron All Shorts 2025
NORTHERN Rivers filmmakers are invited to showcase their talent at the 20th Byron All Shorts, with entries now open for the 2025 competition. The short...
November 25, 2024
Voss throws ultimatum towards NSWRL
BY CHARLES GOOD SIR/SEN SEN's Andrew Voss has called on the New South Wales Rugby League (NSWRL) board to finalise the candidate for coach of...
November 22, 2024
Swing and Swoon returns to hastings point
THE Caldera Chamber Ensemble is bringing its much-loved Swing and Swoon concert to a picturesque private garden at Hastings Point. Under the charismatic baton of...
November 22, 2024
Adopt a Family Christmas hamper appeal spreads festive cheer
FAMILIES across the Byron Shire will receive support this holiday season, with the Byron Community Centre launching its annual Adopt a Family Christmas Hamper...
November 22, 2024
“We’re primed, we’re ready”: Alex Carey and Australia look to regain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy
BY JORDAN MOLL/SEN Test wicketkeeper Alex Carey says Australia is primed for the first Test against India at Optus Stadium this Friday. Carey has started the...
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
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 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 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
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...
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...
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...
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