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March 29, 2024

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Man charged over domestic violence and pursuit offences – Tweed Heads

A man has been charged following a pursuit near Tweed Heads on Monday.

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Saddle Road group home DA decision this week

Plans to build Byron Shire’s first permanent group home for women and children in housing stress are moving ahead, with the development application for the project coming before Council this week.

It’s a biggest little town festival! 

Supporters, performers, and volunteers gathered to launch the Mullum Laneways Festival 2024 last Friday. 

Peter Garrett gives Bluesfest the nod

If I say the words ‘US Forces give the nod’, I can pretty much guarantee that you will hear the unmistakable voice of Peter Garrett ringing in your ears. Your head may even start to bob up and down a bit. 

Bay FM community radio celebrates digital upgrade

Volunteers from Byron and across the Northern Rivers celebrated nearly $100,000 worth of new studio equipment at Bay FM Community Radio station on the weekend.

Casuarina cricketers too strong for Mullumbimby Brunswick in grand final

Mullumbimby Brunswick Cricket Club (MBCC) had a very successful season finishing second on the ladder at the end of the home and away season with 13 wins and 4 losses, but fell short of winning the grand final against the Casuarina Crocs.

Floodplains

We need a serious talk about development on floodplains with more creativity and sophistication. The recent discussion about development...

mark-mcconvilleWhat better way to kick off the December lead into Xmas than with a laugh! Three very funny people are making their way to the Burringbar Sports Club so don’t miss out.

Mark McConville has been seen on all of the major commercial TV channels as well as being a featured comic on the Comedy Channel’s Home Delivered Comedy. Radio stations haven’t escaped his attention either, having been heard around the country under the Home Grown Humour banner, but to be fully appreciated, he has to be seen live.

From Cairns to Canberra, New Guinea to Newfarm, Mark has been leaving them wanting more. Whether it be in a pub in an Outback town like Roma, or one of Melbourne’s premier comedy venues Mark has been able to find a way to relate to people from all walks of life.

Having been performing now for nearly 15 years, like a fine wine McConville is getting better with age. Mark’s approach is up front and personal. His direct manner means the audience is engaged from the moment he steps onto the stage. Short and punchy, his gags cut to the chase, giving the audience a full physical workout of the best possible medicine – laughter. An innate ability to connect with people means Mark can zero in on the finer points of life and present them in a way that makes you laugh and laugh hard. A hit on the corporate circuit and in demand on the high seas as feature comedian on major cruises.

Mark is supported by local funny man Paul McMahon and MC Mandy Nolan at the Burringbar Sports Club on Saturday 30 November.

Show at 8pm. Tix $20 at the club or on the door.


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