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June 3, 2026

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TweedCAN makes it easy for locals to make a difference on climate change

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Remembering the Peacekeepers

Last Friday a small group gathered at the Cenotaph in Mullumbimby to commemorate International UN Peacekeeper Day.

Make your voice heard and save SGB’s Helen St Bridge

The South Golden Beach Community Association (SGBCA) and locals are calling on Byron Shire Council (BSC) to include the repair of the Helen Street Bridge in their operational plan for the next financial year.

Was the NACC designed to fail?

The sudden resignation of controversy-plagued National Anti-Corruption Commissioner Paul Brereton has served to further highlight the failings of an organisation which began with such high hopes, having been one of the key demands of the first teal representatives and a core promise of the incoming Albanese Labor government.

Free Indigenous aquatic programs on offer in Tweed

Free aquatic exercise programs are now on offer in the Tweed Shire for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members and their families. 

Lennox headland tree planting day this Friday

Ballina Shire Council, GeoLINK and Rous Council are inviting the community to roll up their sleeves and help restore the iconic Lennox Headland, at the 21st Lennox Head Community Tree Planting Day on Friday 5 June.

The Greens’ 3-way comp: Ballina Councillor vs Byron candidates for state preselection

Byron Greens members could expect to be asked to take the future of the Richmond River further south into account when choosing a candidate for next year’s state election.

Nudge Nudge

Nudge Nudge Wink Wink is the party that’ll have your feet dancing and your heart smiling. Get ready to ditch the serious vibes and dive into an epic long weekend of feel-good beats, belly laughs, and community spirit because Nudge Nudge Wink Wink is back!

Cunnings Stunts are bringing you a killer line up that’ll have you grooving from dusk till… whenever your feet give out – guest DJs Abel Toro and BC are joining the resident DJs Lord Sut and Dale Stephen.

This ‘party for a purpose’ is not just about the music – it’s about the community! Nudge Nudge Wink Wink is more than a party, it’s a FUNdraiser with a heart.

This time around, they’re raising funds for Byron Youth Service (BYS), an incredible local organisation empowering young people through safe spaces, creative programs, and individual casework. By joining the party, you’re not just dancing, you’re making a positive impact in the lives of Northern Rivers’ youth.

Nudgers have helped Cunnings Stunts raise $411,723 to date, supporting 39 local charities since December 2015. Community supporting its own.

Nudge Nudge Wink Wink, Saturday from 4pm. Ticketed 18+ event at The Billinudgel Hotel. Tickets: https://bit.ly/Nudge_Tickets-05-Oct are going fast – if sold out, head to Tixel.com for legitimate resale tickets.



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Ballina Council wrap

With local government meeting practice across the state returning to confusion following the NSW Legislative Council's recent decision, Ballina Shire Council's last meeting included a lot of unanimous decisions and an argument about the remnants of the Big Scrub, in which Mayor Cadwallader used her casting vote to squash Cr Simon Chate's motion.

Conversations in the Pub starts with Janelle Saffin

Conversations in the Pub – Lismore’s new civic meet-up – kicks off on Friday 19 June with its inaugural special guest, the NSW Minister for Small Business, Minister for Recovery, Minister for the North Coast and Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin MP.

Bungawalbin Levee repair to improve flood resilience

A critical section of Bungawalbin Levee is proposed to be partially relocated to build its long-term resilience, benefitting the community, environment and agricultural industries in the Richmond Valley.

Aussie MPs celebrate World Bicycle Day

The leaders of the Parliamentary Friends of Cycling have joined in front of Parliament House in Canberra to celebrate the United Nations’ World Bicycle Day.