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June 13, 2026

Power outage in Byron Shire

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Up to 550 homes pegged for Byron Shire’s newest suburb

Community feedback is now sought on three planning documents that will shape the future of Gulgan Village, a new residential suburb proposed on the elevated slopes of Saddle Road. 

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Raising funds for BYS

Byron Youth Service (BYS) supports young people across the Byron Shire through a diverse range of creative, educational, and wellbeing initiatives, while continuing significant improvements to The YAC (Youth Activity Centre).

New exhibitions opening at Lismore Regional Gallery

All are welcome to the official opening of four new exhibitions at Lismore Regional gallery this Friday evening, with live music and a talk from Melbourne artist Sarah Ujmaia.

Flood-free land and houses hit the market for Lismore buyback residents

In what the government has described as a step forward for the region’s housing recovery, flood-affected homeowners will get the first opportunity to buy into Goonellabah’s Mount Pleasant estate.

Power outage in the Byron Shire. Photo Essential Energy website.

Power supply company Essential Energy says that approximately 1,780 homes and businesses spanning the area from Wilsons Creek, to Crabbes Creek and around to New Brighton, including South Golden Beach, The Pocket, Billinudgel and parts of Ocean Shores and Mullumbimby, were affected by an unplanned power outage this morning just before 8am, following a being fault detected on the electricity network.

Essential Energy Operations Manager Coastal Chris Maccoll said Network protection equipment automatically operated, isolating power supply ensuring customer safety.

‘Crews immediately responded, commencing a patrol of the powerline and power poles to locate the fault. Due to the nature of the fault, an on-the-ground inspection was required which can be a slow process.

‘Our crews are working as quickly as safety will allow and encourage the public to report any concerns they may see to Essential Energy immediately on 13 20 80.’

Electricity supply was resumed at 1.37pm to very happy and relieved customers.

Essential Energy thanks customers for their patience and advises everyone to stay at least eight metres away from fallen or damaged powerlines. Customers can obtain updates at www.essentialenergy.com.au/outages or call 13 20 80.



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Load limit increased for Byron Creek Bridge

The load limit for Byron Creek Bridge has been increased to 24 tonnes, say Byron Shire Council, following structural analysis of the bridge.

Festival and event grants on offer

Community organisations are encouraged to apply for NSW government grants to bring cultural festivals and events to life across the state over the coming year.

Dr Bronwyn Bancroft wins prestigious Ochre Award

Bundjalung woman and artist Dr Bronwyn Bancroft AM has received the Red Ochre Award for Lifetime Achievement in Artistic Excellence.

The Pocket Winter Festival bringing you music, food and fun

The Pocket Winter Festival is set to return on Sunday, 21 June, from 10am to 2pm, bringing together the community for a day of music, food, entertainment and family fun at The Pocket Public School.