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June 10, 2026

The last blast

Latest News

Myall Creek walk starting conversations and opening eyes to difficult history

The Walk 4 Stolen Children, Land & Lives has successfully concluded in Myall Creek, having completed 474km on foot from Ballina and visited a number of massacre sites along the way.

Other News

Agency over AI

Albert Einstein said, ‘I don’t know what World War III will be fought with… but World War IV will...

Council tightens ‘affordable housing’ rules

Byron Council has tightened its definition of ‘affordable housing’ in a bid to make access to housing more equitable on major projects like the former Mullumbimby Hospital site and 57 Station Street.

Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Let’s Disappear the Outrage Farmer

There’s super-offensive content making its way around the internet by someone who is NOT Indigenous and is NOT a comedian. I will not say her name. I will not identify her nor will I describe the content. If you think you know what I am talking about: good. And if you don’t: good. Let’s keep it that way.

World Environment Day celebrated in M’bah, 7 June

A free family-friendly community celebration for World Environment Day will be held on Sunday, 7 June, at the Murwillumbah Showgrounds from 10am till 3pm.

Tour de Cure pays tribute to Professor Richard Scolyer AO

Renowned Australian pathologist Richard Anthony Scolyer AO, died yesterday after living for three years with a grade 4 glioblastoma IDH wild-type brain tumour.

Cartoon of the week – 10 June, 2026

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Wild Mamalade

The Nimbin Roots Festival, a vibrant celebration of original music and artistic expression, is building up for its last blast in Nimbin from Friday to Sunday.

The festival is held in various venues throughout the village of Nimbin. Patrons enjoy wandering around the village and experiencing Nimbin, instead of being in one big paddock. The set-up also ensures the comfort and convenience of an all-weather event!

Founded by ARIA finalist and renowned singer-songwriter Lou Bradley, the festival enters its ninth year with a lineup that promises to blend well-loved Australian acts with the spirited ethos of Nimbin.

Nimbin Roots Festival is not just about music; it’s a cultural experience. Alongside the musical performances, attendees can enjoy vibrant markets, engaging workshops, and street performers, enriching their festival journey. The festival’s setting in Nimbin adds to its allure, known for its rich history in the arts and a community that champions an alternative, environmentally conscious lifestyle.

With an awesome line-up including: Dog Trumpet, Hussy Hicks, Wild Marmalade, Emily Lubitz, The Audreys, Kingfisha, Paul Greene, Mack and Cook, Mungo Fungo, Calico, Jimmy Dowling, Allison Forbes, Dan Hanrahan, Joshua Lee Wright, The, Golden Gaytimes, Mitch King, Sunday Lemonade, Thirst Trap, Lou, Bradley, Steve Miller, The Appointments, Toni Janke, Two Tears In A Bucket, Tripsitta, Miss Eileen & King Lear, The Mudflowers, David Davies & The SKPs, Matt Rogers, Rogue Elements, The Hoochers, Hannah Pearl, Sneaker Thief, Yazmindi, 4 Eyed Water Boy, Missus Hippy And The Love Handles, Andrea Soler & Tim Tonkin, as well as Nimbin poets, songwriters in the round, buskers, workshops, markets, and the Peace & Love Parade, this festival is definitely going out with a bang!

With its heartfelt approach to music and community, Nimbin Roots Festival invites music lovers to immerse themselves in a weekend of genuine sounds and stories. Tickets are available now, offering a gateway to experience the soul of Nimbin and its artistic heritage.

For. more information and tickets, visit nimbinrootsfest.com.



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Emergency departments buckling under pressure

Nurses working at emergency departments (ED) across the state are continuing to feel the effects of increased presentations and very unwell people coming through their doors, with the latest health snapshot painting a worrying picture of NSW public hospitals.

New exhibitions opening at Lismore Regional Gallery

All are welcome to the official opening of four new exhibitions at Lismore Regional gallery this Friday evening, with live music and a talk from Melbourne artist Sarah Ujmaia.

Missing man

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a 35-year-old man missing from Tugun on the southern Gold Coast since 9 June.

North Coast Safe Haven closure

Safe Haven North Coast has provided effective mental health supports for people across the region since it was established in 2022, but is now running out of funding.