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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. 

Radical Reels Tour

Get your pulse pumping at the 2022 Radical Reels Tour on Friday 7 October at 7pm, presented by Adventure Reels. Heart-stopping feats will have you on the edge of your seat.

Faster, steeper, higher, deeper! The most adrenaline-inducing mountain sport films from around the globe will thrill and inspire you with big-screen adventures when the Radical Reels Tour hits town.

The Listies

Byron Theatre is so proud to present The Listies ROFL (Rolling on Floor Laughing) on Saturday 8 October at 10.30am. Back by poopular demand! Join Rich and Matt for a comedy extravaganza jam-packed with magically stupid stuff.

ROFL sees The Listies tackle the most terrifyingly tortuous family situation of all: bedtime. Featuring toilet paper cannons, a real life cowasaurus, lullabies of doom, detachable legs, a panoply of puns, and possibly too many Aldi gags, this show will have you rolling on the floor laughing!

The Byron Ballet returns with their latest rendition of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Byron Ballet’s production of Shakespeare’s evergreen tale is set to become a gold standard in the Byron Ballet repertoire. This original restaging has all of the most beloved characters – if you have never been to the ballet before, this is the one to get you and your friends hooked, and it’s perfect for all audiences; from the youngest to the most ballet-sophisticated: Friday 14 to Sunday 16 October. 

On Monday 17 October at 6pm, come and enjoy ICONIC; a stage production featuring singers and dancers that celebrates popcultural and famous icons of the past and present. Get ready for everything from Lady Gaga to Madonna in this incredible night of music, dance and cirque, including world class acts.

Later in the month Byron Theatre presents Munch: Love,Ghosts and Lady Vampires, a World Art film event.

And TEDx is back, and the Byron Bay International Film Festival too – with a packed lineup of film screenings and special events.

Finally, for now anyway, The Byron Music Society presents: Alexander Gadjiev in concert on Thursday 27 October.

For more details on any of these fab events, visit byrontheatre.com.



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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. 

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.