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March 27, 2024

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Splendour 2024 cancelled

It's official, Splendour in the Grass 2024 has been cancelled.

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Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Why Being Seen is Beautiful

There is something profound about being seen. Being accepted and loved for exactly who you are. It’s life changing. It’s simple. It’s transformative. But some people don’t get to experience this. Nearly half of transgender Australians have attempted suicide.That data tells the very real impact of discrimination, stigma and lack of access to gender-affirming surgery. I write this as a woman who was born a woman, who identifies as a woman. I’ll admit, that even in that gender role, that fits within the societal binary, I’ve had my own challenges.

Bay FM community radio celebrates digital upgrade

Volunteers from Byron and across the Northern Rivers celebrated nearly $100,000 worth of new studio equipment at Bay FM Community Radio station on the weekend.

Coveted Wollumbin Art Award open for young and old

Are you an artist in the Northern Rivers? Now is the time to get your art ready and submitted to the Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre’s coveted biennial Wollumbin Art Award.

Got a creative theatre idea?

Mullumbimby’s The Drill Hall Theatre Company (DHTC) is offering two creative development opportunities for local independent artists to develop new performance piece concepts.

Peter Garrett gives Bluesfest the nod

If I say the words ‘US Forces give the nod’, I can pretty much guarantee that you will hear the unmistakable voice of Peter Garrett ringing in your ears. Your head may even start to bob up and down a bit. 

How the coral crisis affects other marine wildlife

Marine heatwaves are killing coral and denuding reefs of their colourful beauty – but in a world where everything is food for something else, these heatwaves also pose a major threat to biodiversity.

Prime Ewingsdale LocationFNBB-OTM-439-14CitriadoraDr

14 Citriadora Drive, Ewingsdale

Commanding an imposing position within picturesque gardens with pool, this magnificent home has been fully renovated for relaxed open plan, indoor and outdoor living.

Boasting a state of the art kitchen with European appliances and granite bench tops, wide timber floorboards, quality wool carpet in bedrooms and a self contained area downstairs for guests or family.

Quiet private location, stunning 2081m2 block (perfect for family or growing your own vegies) and a resort style pool with northern aspect complete this ideal package.

This property is truly stunning, please visit our website for full details and images.

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Open: Saturday, 27 September 12–12.30pm
Details: Interest Over $1,199,000
Enquires: James Young 0419 856 840

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Beachfront Living In Premium Location

2/11 Alcorn Street, Suffolk Park

Instructions are clear, this property will be sold on or before Auction. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom free standing duplex sits on 331m2 of prime beach land.

With a lush tropical environment offering total privacy and direct access to the beach, this property is ideal as a great holiday home or permanent residence.

Cleverly designed, the property features flowing indoor/outdoor living zones for modern and relaxed entertaining.

Encompassing a contemporary kitchen and polished timber floors, the home is well appointed and light filled throughout.

The location is ideal with local shops and bike track into Byron nearby. The beach is dog friendly. A must to inspect.

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Open: By Appointment 
Auction: 
Auction: 1st November onsite 12pm. Interest Over $799,000
Enquiries: James Young 0419 856 840

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We just love him!

If you’re over 50 you might not be a fan of Tom Jones, but you can bet your mum is. If you’re under 40 you might not even know who he is, but your grandmother probably wet her pants at the mere mention of his name.

Peter Garrett gives Bluesfest the nod

If I say the words ‘US Forces give the nod’, I can pretty much guarantee that you will hear the unmistakable voice of Peter Garrett ringing in your ears. Your head may even start to bob up and down a bit. 

Save Wallum finalist in NSW 2024 environment awards

The Save Wallum campaign has been named as a finalist in the Nature Conservation Council of NSW Environment Awards 2024. The award ceremony will be held in Sydney tonight, and Save Wallum spokesperson and ecologist James Barrie will be attending with Tegan Kitt, another founding member of the group.

New report highlights gaps in rural and remote health

The second annual Royal Flying Doctor Service ‘Best for the Bush, Rural and remote Health Base Line’ report has just been released. Presenting the latest data on the health of rural and remote Australians and evidence on service gaps, it identifies issues in urgent need of attention from service providers, funders, partners and policy makers.