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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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Celebrating Tweed Museum’s 20th anniversary with all and everything
A stunning new exhibition has opened to celebrate the Tweed Regional Museum's 20th anniversary – Omnia: all and everything.
New Brighton parking
To quote a Joni Mitchell song, ‘They paved paradise and put in a parking lot’ – this adequately describes...
Can Council’s overturn their decisions?
NSW Labor planning minister, Paul Scully, when asked about the Wallum estate by local MP Tamara Smith (Greens) in...
Paul Watson has his say on Sea Shepherd ousting
Regarding your article concerning the split in Sea Shepherd. I established Sea Shepherd as a global movement, not as an organisation, controlled by a few men. It was a democratic association of independent national entities
Ballina Greens announce ticket for 2024
Aiming to build on their two existing councillors, the Ballina Greens have announced their team of candidates for the upcoming Ballina Shire Council elections, set for 14 September this year.
Wallum urban development back in court
The company behind the Wallum housing development in Brunswick Heads is once again taking Byron Council to court, this time for allegedly holding up its planned earthworks at the site in an unlawful manner.
Stories about "Music":
Music venue for Byron Arts & Industry Estate?
The property developer behind plans for a boutique cafe in the heart of the Byron A&I Estate is seeking to turn the space into a late-night amplified music venue for up to 120 patrons.
Royden Ainsworth and all that jazz
Royden Ainsworth says he’ll still have his saxophone hanging around his neck when he’s 90 – he says there is no end to playing for him. He sees himself playing all the way out the door.
Two dead and 70 charged at Sydney music festivals
After two deaths – both confirmed to have been at the Knockout festival – NSW police say that there were more than 70 people charged with drug offences at two Sydney music events held on Saturday.
Young Lismore musicians to play in Sydney
Later this month a group of young Lismore musicians travel to Sydney to take part in a huge night of Latin music at Sydney’s Club York.
RIP Robbie and Rodriguez
Two more musical giants have left us, with news yesterday of the deaths of Robbie Robertson, of The Band, and Sixto Rodriguez.
Wanna be in a band?
Young people of the Tweed are once again being offered the opportunity to hone their music skills and perform in front of a live audience with the Youth Music Venture.
Bluesfest 2023 kicks off at Tyagarah
Right on cue, the clouds parted over Tyagarah for day 1 of Bluesfest 2023. Another epic lineup of musicians from around the world
Kim Cheshire brings home a Golden Guitar
At a country star-studded event on Saturday evening in Tamworth, local artist Kim Cheshire ascended the stairs of the Tamworth Regional Entertainment Centre to take the Golden Guitar for Alt Country Album of the Year – Looks Like Heaven.
140 years of music and community in Ballina
Ballina Shire Concert Band has been performing for the people of Ballina on a continuous basis since 1883, making it probably the longest-serving band in Australia. As they approach their 140th anniversary this year, they're on the hunt for new players, and memorabilia.
It’s Ausmusic T-Shirt day!
Today is the day to be out and proud about your favourite Australian music artists, while also helping the music industry charity Support Act deliver crisis relief services to musicians, managers, crew and music workers who are unable to work due to ill health or injury.
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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...
Byron Echo
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.
