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Sweet and sour doughnuts
Victoria Cosford
‘It’s probably a good thing I don’t have a sweet tooth,’ says Megan.
I’ve called in at the pop-up...
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Byron Comedy Fest 2024 Laughs
The legendary Northern Hotel’s Backroom opens its doors to laughter when it welcomes The Byron Comedy Fest with eight big headline shows. With audiences packing out shows every year, Festival Directors Mel Coppin and Zara Noruzi have decided a new venue with increased capacity was in order. It also means the festival is an all-weather event – expect all your favourites!
Cape Byron Distillery release world-first macadamia cask whisky
S Haslam
The parents of Cape Byron Distillery CEO Eddie Brook established the original macadamia farm that you can see...
Having fun in the Playground
Playground is a well-established event that will go off at Coorabell Hall on Saturday. For over two years, three long-term local DJ’s – Pob, Curly Si and Halo – have been curating this rhythmic happening. Their pedigree is assured and they guarantee the best underground electronic music and a loyal crew that bring a big-hearted vibe. On Saturday they’ll be bringing the dance to the hills.
Infrastructure for east end of Mullum
Mullumbimby was founded 135 years ago. In the 1960s sewerage was introduced, as was I suppose drainage infrastructure. Are...
Try-fest for Byron Bay in local league
The Byron Bay A-grader league players left the Clarence Valley on Saturday afternoon after scoring 11 tries on their...
Mullumbimby railway station burns down
At around midnight last night, a fire started which engulfed the old Mullumbimby railway station. It's been twenty years since the last train came through, but the building has been an important community hub, providing office space for a number of organisations, including COREM, Mullum Music Festival and Social Futures.
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Byron Bay set to play Lennox Head to decide second-grade premiership
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Byron Bay and Lennox Head will face each other in this year’s grand final of the Far North Coast Cricket Council’s Coastal League after...
Christmas cricket for charity
An estimated 55 Cavanbah United Nice Trademans Society (CUNTS) cricketers converged on Lofts Oval in Brunswick Heads last Friday for the purpose of drinking too many beers, having way too much fun and doing some fundraising.
Goonellabah leads two-day cricket across the region
Defending champions Goonellabah Workers are leading the region’s first-grade cricket table after posting four wins across the first half of the season.
Mullumbimby Brunswick cricketers continue their winning ways
This Mullumbimby Brunswick Cricket Club (MBCC) is charging in its new association with an undefeated record for the 2023-24 season to date.
Lennox Head top in local cricket
The Lennox Head second grade had their first loss for the season on the weekend but remain in second place on the ladder behind the Tweed Banora Colts.
Quick runs put Terranora Lakes cricketers in top four
Terranora Lakes have hit their way into the top four of the Ballina District second grade cricket competition with a quick win over Pottsville at Bilambil last Saturday.
Shand cricket returns to Mullumbimby with a post-Covid reboot
Last Sunday’s sun lit Lomath Oval, Mullumbimby, like a beacon and social cricket’s stalwarts came out of their collective closets to give their languid legs a lope across the green grass on the way to keeping alive the sputtering spark that was once a thriving sporting subculture.
Lennox Head cricketers go to the top early
The Lennox Head Pirates cricketers have had the early form, playing their way to the top of second and third grade in the opening weeks of the new 2023/24 season.
Calling all local cricketers
The start of a new cricket season is fast approaching so new and returning players are welcome at the Byron Bay, and other local,...
Local gets Australian call up
Tintenbar-East Ballina cricketer Steven Leahy has been selected to play for the Australian over 40s team to play at the inaugural World Cup, for the age group, in Pakistan next month.
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Foodie road-trip paradise: Harvest Food Trail
Calling all food and farm enthusiasts, the iconic Harvest Food Trail is happening soon, over four days from May 2-5. It’s your chance to...
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Buzz Byron Bay, brewing unforgettable moments with a tuk-tuk twist
In the charming coastal haven of Byron Bay, where laid-back vibes meet bespoke experiences, there’s a new buzz in town – literally. Enter Buzz...
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Cape Byron Distillery release world-first macadamia cask whisky
S Haslam
The parents of Cape Byron Distillery CEO Eddie Brook established the original macadamia farm that you can see from the distillery at St...
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Heart and Song Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra with soprano, Gaynor Morgan
Join us for an enchanting afternoon as Byron Music Society proudly presents ‘Heart and Song.’ Prepare to be immersed in a program meticulously crafted by the Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra, showcasing a world premiere composition. Well-known soprano, Gaynor Morgan, will be premiering a setting of poems by Seamus Heaney and Robert Graves, skilfully arranged for soprano, harp, cello and string orchestra by prominent Northern Rivers musician Nicholas Routley.
