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Byron’s Winter Whales raise $43,000

The Byron Bay Winter Whales (BBWW) took to the ocean for the 39th time this year on the first Sunday of May and raised $43,000 for local organisations and charities.
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Tweed Mayor advocates to restore funding at Local Government assembly

Tweed Shire Council say it has secured national support at the Australian Local Government Association’s National General Assembly, with four key motions carried.
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Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Vagina-Maxxing

It’s a thing. It popped into my newsfeed as a story. I had to click. I mean, what new vagina fashion has come into play. Maxxing? Is this some new big vagina trend? Are our vaginas now not ‘big’ enough? Are we trying to create a spare room in our womb?
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Greens say NSW budget ‘locks in pokies misery’

Cate Faehrmann MLC says the NSW government has knocked any hope of gambling reform on the head in yesterday’s state budget, with tax concessions to clubs with poker machines totalling $1.252 billion, while revenue from taxes on poker machine losses have been revised upward by a whopping $638.2 million over the forward estimates.
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Lismore students pitch sustainability projects

Young people will take centre stage in Lismore this Friday when the HalveIt Festival brings student sustainability pitches to decision-makers in what organisers are calling 'part innovation expo, part community festival.'
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Oil supplies

They’re playing with our lives when they’re making wars in the Middle East. After Trump’s so-called peace announcement, there was...
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Citizen science last line of defence for threatened species

Native forest logging is again in the spotlight in NSW, following Monday night’s Four Corners investigation into Forestry Corporation NSW’s failure to protect nationally endangered species.
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Cheeky Christmas

‘Tis the season to be Cheeky at the Cheeky Christmas Cabaret. The Brunswick Picture House has got your Christmas party all sorted! What better way to celebrate this silliest of all seasons by throwing your Christmas do, right here at the biggest party in town?

Season starts Wednesday at the Brunswick Picture House, Brunswick Heads. Tickets from $30 +bf at brunswickpicturehouse.com.

Jesse Witney

Jesse Witney is an independent artist who weaves soul, Brazilian, and roots styles into uniquely Australian music. His thirst for exploration and love of world music have seen him journey abroad to share his music in the UK, Brazil, Germany, Hawaii, and Byron Bay.

Saturday from 7pm at The Rails, Byron Bay. Free show.

Stu and Amber

Stukulele and Miss Amber’s Christmas Uke-Tacular is back – it’s a fun, family-friendly afternoon that welcomes everyone, whether you play the ukulele or just love being part of the festive cheer. There’s even talk of a surprise guest or two!

Saturday from 3pm at the Top Pub (Courthouse Hotel), Mullumbimby. Tickets $20 +bf at humantix.com.

Bluesville Station

Bluesville Station has independently crafted and released an impressive catalogue of seven albums, showcasing their rich and original take on Australian blues. With a souTnd that resonates deeply with both local and international audiences, Bluesville Station expertly weaves heartfelt narratives and soulful melodies into every performance.

Sunday from 2.30pm at the Ballina RSL. Free show.

Wild Marmalade

Pioneers of the ‘didgeridoo and drum’ genre, Wild Marmalade are a powerful and inspirational force in the terrain of live dance music. With a long trail of shows that has circumnavigated the world many times over, Wild Marmalade are guaranteed to get you moving.

Sunday from 4pm at the Hotel Brunswick, Brunswick Heads. Free show.

Shifty

Christmas is about giving, and at The S.H.I.F.T. Project, giving changes lives. Join S.H.I.F.T. for a night of laughter, connection and conscious shopping – featuring comedy by local legend Mandy Nolan, festive canapés and cocktails. All proceeds support women in our community to rebuild confidence, stability and independence.

Tuesday from 7pm at the Brunswick Picture House, Brunswick Heads.

Tickets $40 +bf at eventfinda.com.au.

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When it comes to real estate, everyone can use an advocate

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With 45 years combined experience across both sales and property management, husband and wife team Mark and Michelle Errichiello have recently moved to the Northern Rivers and teamed up with Byron Property Search to provide advocacy services for people looking to buy or sell across the region.
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Savour The Tweed returns, 22 October

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Food and drink event, Savour The Tweed, returns to excite tastebuds this spring, from Wednesday 22 October to Sunday 26 October.
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Conservationists welcome carbon credit scheme to protect forests

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Today’s release of the government’s proposed Improved Native Forest Method, which allows governments to claim carbon credits in return for stopping logging has been welcomed by the North East Forest Alliance and North Coast Environment Council as "providing a way to end native forest logging on public land".
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Charge dismissed for activist hindering coal exports

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An activist who came to national attention after being punched by a police officer while protesting, has had an anti-protest charge dismissed in court today.
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