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Local contractor quits controversial Wallum Estate

Local civil contractor, J&M Bashforth & Sons, has withdrawn from its contract to construct infrastructure for the Wallum urban estate, located on low lying land next to Simpsons Creek in Brunswick Heads.

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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.

Local contractor quits controversial Wallum Estate

Local civil contractor, J&M Bashforth & Sons, has withdrawn from its contract to construct infrastructure for the Wallum urban estate, located on low lying land next to Simpsons Creek in Brunswick Heads.

Ancient brewing tradition honoured

An annual event and brewing ritual to honour ancient brewing traditions was held at Stone & Wood’s Byron brewery last week.

Ignite your creativity at Mullum Laneways Festival

This year’s Mullum Laneways Festival, to be held on May 4 and 5, promises to be a feast for the senses, set to captivate visitors of all ages. On Sunday, May 5 everyone is encouraged to immerse themselves in the heart of the Festival, as Burringbar Street is transformed into a vibrant tapestry of music, dance, art, and more.This is a free event, funded by local sponsorship and a gala fundraising event on Saturday, May 4.

Laugh or cry

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Coffs Harbour man charged for alleged online grooming of young girl

Sex Crimes Squad detectives have charged a Coffs Harbour man for alleged online grooming offences under Strike Force Trawler.

If you’re in town and you’re hot, or even if you just feel that you’re hot, you might like to take up the invitation of the Balcony crew to ‘stroll up our stairs with those sandy feet, cool down, and start sipping on our specialty Spritz cocktails … to breeze you through those balmy days and have your stoked vibes hit 110 per cent’.

The Balcony have created a Spritz menu including such gems as the Moon Tide (vodka, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, hibiscus syrup, watermelon juice, Tyrell’s sparkling and soda) or perhaps the Jalosummer (jalapeño-infused El Jimador tequila, lime juice, cucumber juice, sugar syrup, Tyrell’s sparkling and soda).

Each of the specialty Spritz cocktails is $16 each, until the end of January.

More info: balcony.com.au
Corner of Lawson and Jonson Sts, Byron Bay. [Photo by @miaforest]

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