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June 19, 2026

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Hemp industry given boost with development plan

A Hemp Industry Development Plan has been announced by the NSW government, which promises 'to unlock new opportunities for NSW businesses and add value to the state's low-THC hemp industry, which is forecast to become a $100 million Australian industry by 2032'.

Other News

Film buffs flock to Bangalow

Nicholas Hope (left) who was Bubby in Rolf de Heer’s (right) groundbreaking movie of 30 years ago, Bad Boy Bubby, a film featuring clingfilm, which screened last Saturday at the Bangalow Film Festival. The fabulous festival continues until Sunday evening.

LECC find police failed in their duty in the death of Lindy Lucena

The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission’s Operation Almas has criticised the police response to the violent death of Ballina woman Lindy Lucena at the hands of her partner in 2023.

Gambling harm recognised by Tweed Council, supported by Wesley Mission

Faith-based, not-for-profit organisation providing community services in NSW, Wesley Mission, has welcomed Tweed Shire Council’s decision to publicly recognise the impact of gambling harm and advocate for stronger harm-minimisation measures.

Difficult times

We live in difficult times: so it’s good to know some things are certain; the sun will rise in...

Shark culls not the answer

It has been a confronting and devastating year with a 12-year-old killed by a shark in Sydney and another shark attack in Coogee over the weekend. The NSW government has said there is nothing off the table in response to the latest shark incident. But it is vital that we don’t just start going out there and randomly culling sharks.

Calls for micro-abattoirs to boost food security

Local farmers and food producers are calling on NSW Agriculture Minister Tara Moriarty and Minister for Small Business and the North Coast, Janelle Saffin, to work with farmers, industry and local communities to develop practical, evidence-based reforms that support a diverse, decentralised and resilient food production sector.

Cheeky

Looking for a night out that’s anything but ordinary? Look no further than the Brunswick Picture House, where the quirky meets the fabulous!

The Cheeky Cabaret is back this December, featuring another new mix of troubadours, miscreants, delectable divas and cabaret queens every season, so no two shows are ever the same.

And for this very special Christmas edition, they are delighted to welcome Tara Boom to their magnificent cast of performers. One of Australia’s favourite unconventional circus performers, Tara was always at the back of her dance classes as a child but has now quickly risen to cement her place at the forefront of the Australian circus and cabaret scene. What she can do with popcorn will leave you wide-eyed, gasping, and laughing in the aisles.

If you want to impress your besties, staff, in-laws, yoga class, book club or guests, bring them to the wildest night they’ll have in the Northern Rivers – they’ll be well taken care at the Cheeky – what better way to celebrate this silliest of all seasons by throwing your Christmas do, at the biggest party in town?

As usual, the Cheeky Garden Bar and Kiosk are open an hour before showtime so come early to grab a delicious bite and a fancy cocktail.

Get off the couch and get yourself to this year’s Christmas Cheeky. Season runs December 4 to 15 with special weekend matinee sessions.

Be sure to check out brunswickpicturehouse.com for the incredible lineup of summer shows coming up, from comedy to burlesque, and everything in between.

Tickets and info: brunswickpicturehouse.com.

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Gambling harm recognised by Tweed Council, supported by Wesley Mission

Faith-based, not-for-profit organisation providing community services in NSW, Wesley Mission, has welcomed Tweed Shire Council’s decision to publicly recognise the impact of gambling harm and advocate for stronger harm-minimisation measures.

Winter Warmer fundraiser for homelessness

The annual Winter Warmer Homelessness Relief campaign, hosted by Dharma Care, will return for 2026 with cabaret at Salt, Kingscliff, on Thursday 2 July, headlined by comedian Mandy Nolan, interactive performance artist The Space Cowboy and the Kinship Doobai Dancers, with a Welcome to Country from Aunty Jackie.

Tweed Shire Council presents flood resilience series – part one

Over the coming weeks, Tweed Shire Council will present a flood resilience series, which looks at how 'Tweed's story is different from the standard flood recovery narrative and what happened next'.

Community housing industry call for major expansion in upcoming NSW budget

The community housing industry are calling on the NSW government to use next week's State Budget to unlock a major expansion of community housing.