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September 21, 2023

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Tweed Council seeks businesses to join it’s rail trail ‘Connect Program’ 

Paying for the maintenance and providing an engaging visitor experience for the Tweed section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail is a key aspect of Tweed Shire Council’s (TSC) Connect Program. 

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Cumbalum residents left wanting as estates fail to provide basic services

Plenty of housing has been built in the Ballina Shire in recent years but Cumbalum residents are still waiting for services including childcare, groceries, dog parks and decent reception.

The Adventures of Edward Herring – Part Three

Clutching the address scribbled on the back of an advertising invoice given to him by Shimon, manager of the Mullcogan Times, Edward Herring makes his way to the Assembly meeting.

Teenager glassed outside Byron pub

NSW police say a man has been charged over the alleged glassing of a teen at Byron Bay yesterday.

Tweed Council seeks businesses to join it’s rail trail ‘Connect Program’ 

Paying for the maintenance and providing an engaging visitor experience for the Tweed section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail is a key aspect of Tweed Shire Council’s (TSC) Connect Program. 

Caption: Supporting and Linking Tradeswomen (SALT) tradeswomen Hannah, Fi and Pamela with Mullum High students and their woodwork projects. Photo Tree Faerie.

Mullumbimby High School hosted a practical workshop for year 9 and 10 girls last week. The event was supported by SALT (Supporting and Linking Tradeswomen) and the DoE EPP (Educational Pathways Program). 

The workshop allowed tradeswomen from all over Australia as well as some working on the Mullumbimby High School flood recovery program work, from Bennett Constructions, to join with and inspire the next generation. 

MHS girls spent the day working with qualified tradeswomen designing and constructing timber caddies. 

Students developed new skills and confidence in using machinery to complete projects. 

In addition, they heard stories of the various opportunities, pathways and training available for women in trade industries. A great day was had by all!


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