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October 5, 2026

Probus Club busses to Brisbane

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Namaste tuned, Byron: Inaugural Byron Wellness Festival lands in November

Offering daytime dives into a lineup of healing, movement and ceremony practitioners and workshops, all crafted to ground, energise, and bring you back to true balance.

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Senator Larissa Waters steps down as Greens leader due to health issues

In a shock announcement, Queensland Senator Larissa Waters has announced she is stepping down as Leader of the Australian Greens.

Wildlife hospitals need help to prepare for bird flu

H5 avian influenza is already present in NSW and has been detected as far north as the Coffs Harbour region. The number of dead birds is increasing with 55 reported dead in NSW.

Made for a good time: Light Years

Whether you’re pulling up to the terrazzo bar for a quick drink or settling in for a full-scale feast,...

Discover Nonnie’s: wine, deli and a little something different

Tucked into the heart of Mullumbimby, Nonnie’s Wine Store is not your typical bottle shop. It’s a place for...

Donated human milk program for premature babies expands across NSW

Often when babies are born prematurely their mother’s milk is not yet quite ready, or the baby might not be strong enough to suckle. To help new bubs thrive until their mother’s own supply is established, the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood’s program donates pasteurised human milk to bridge the gap.

Ross Lane flood-resilience works begin ahead of nine-week closure

Construction on a $4.35 million flood-resilience upgrade of Ross Lane at Lennox Head is due to begin today, ahead of a nine-week closure of the busy road later this month.

The  Brunswick Valley Probus Club say they have 10 seats available on their bus going to the Lyric Theatre on Wednesday,  13 May.

Organisers say, ‘The bus leaves the Hub Baptist Church, 2 Bindaree way, Ocean Shores at 9am sharp, regrouping at approximately 3.30pm and returning approximately 7pm’.

‘This is a great opportunity for community to travel to Brisbane without the worry of driving or parking. You may have a ticket to the Michael Jackson show or just want to jump on the light rail or catch a Ferry to Southbank for a wander. Return cost is $35 pay on embarking, correct cash is a must.  Ring Dianne on 0466 604 021 to book’.



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Wallum heathland slashed

As Stage 1 works proceed at the Wallum site, and the sounds of slashers and mulchers ring out across Bayside, local activitsts who have been fighting to save the site from development are raising questions about compliance with the approved plans.

Beware the Thucydides Trap

President Xi Jinping gave a sinister warning to President Trump that would have gone way over his head and baffled his dwindling band of MAGA fanatics.

Have you seen Natalie Whalan?

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a woman reported missing and last seen in Kingscliff.

Four charged after rifles, drugs and police uniforms allegedly seized at Banora Point

Three men and a woman have been charged after police allegedly seized four kilograms of drugs, six rifles, ammunition and Queensland Police uniform items during an operation at Banora Point.