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Is polluting a lake in a national park to support new housing ok?

From Byron Bay to Evans Head to Casino the questions about how we deal with what is politely termed ‘effluent’, and how that may or may not destroy our local environment, demand real and urgent answers.

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Cooler year ‘reprieve’ but trends continue, says Australia’s Environment Report

The latest annual report on the state of Australia’s environment has suggested that 2022’s higher than average rainfall could provide “a reprieve” for Australia and better enable it to cope with the forecast 2023 dry spell.

Is polluting a lake in a national park to support new housing ok?

From Byron Bay to Evans Head to Casino the questions about how we deal with what is politely termed ‘effluent’, and how that may or may not destroy our local environment, demand real and urgent answers.

Janelle Saffin holds the seat of Lismore

Janelle Saffin is in the lead for the seat of Lismore after yesterday's state election. Although preroll and postal votes are yet to be counted, it’s hard to imagine Saffin’s position changing.

Missing woman located – Tweed Heads

A woman reported missing from Tweed Heads on Tuesday, 21 March, 2023 has been located safe and well.

Call for Labor government to reinstate logging moratorium – now

North East Forest Alliance’s Dailan Pugh has pointed out that a Minns NSW Labor government has given no commitment to quick and decisive action on behalf of our forests – but we need action 'now' he says.

Flickerfest at The Regent

Celebrating 32 years in 2023 Flickerfest remains Australia’s leading Academy® Qualifying and BAFTA recognised short film festival, presenting A-list short film programs recognised amongst the best in the world with films hand-picked from the festival’s record 3,200 entries!

The iconic Reggae Monday is coming back to the Beach Hotel after a long break, and just in time to celebrate the birthday of the king of reggae music, Bob Marley.

The iconic Reggae Monday is coming back to the Beach Hotel after a long break, and just in time to celebrate the birthday of the king of reggae music, Bob Marley.

This is going to be a very exciting event featuring Kimmy performing a special Bob Marley tribute show with full band, plus The 4’20’ Sound bringing their sound system for maximum reggae and dancehall experience alongside SK Simeon and Empress Katia on the mic.

Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibe that Byron is known for, an event that we’ve all been anticipating for so long, on this iconic date.

February 6 at the Beach Hotel –  8.30pm start.

Tix $10 at the door – strictly good vibes.


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