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November 13, 2026

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Shoebridge’s forked tongue

Senator Shoebridge tells us that Ukraine has his full support – but is ruling out arms transfers to Ukraine...

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Azure Bar and Grill unveils a new menu celebrating the flavours of the Northern Rivers

Set within the lush coastal surrounds of Elements of Byron, Azure Bar and Grill has unveiled its new seasonal menu, celebrating exceptional Australian produce, the art of grilling, and the distinctive flavours of the Northern Rivers.

Science in the Distillery explores rainforest and ecosystem resilience

An inspiring evening of science, storytelling and community unfolded at Cape Byron Distillery as Big Scrub Rainforest Conservancy hosted Science in the Distillery.

Where dance meets art

Making Contact is a collective exhibition bringing together artists from the Mullumbimby Contact Improvisation community.

How high? How dizzy?

Spaghetti Circus teens put circus to the test in Wait, What? The teenage performers of Spaghetti Circus will flip, juggle, spin, jump and balance their way through a playful circus experiment this month, when Wait, What? comes to the Spaghetti Circus Back Shed at Mullumbimby Showground for two performances on Friday, 20 and Saturday, 21 November.

Paterson Street grass fire

After various reports from members of the public about an incident at Paterson Street in Byron Bay on the weekend, Fire & Rescue NSW has confirmed that they responded to a Triple 0 call on Sunday evening.

Help get Mullum High junior debaters to state finals

After a stint as an English curriculum advisor, Mr Clarke is back as head of the English department at Mullumbimby High School, and debating is back with the junior debate team going to state finals in early December.

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Students strike to reclaim their future

On Friday 20 November, students in the Byron Shire and surrounds will close their books and laptops to meet at Apex Park, Byron Bay in another strike for climate action.

Cadwallader says Ballina hospital infrastructure plans ‘a shambles’

Ballina is trapped in a health planning paradox, with no hospital site, no construction funding and no clear investment pathway, according to independent candidate for Ballina and local mayor Sharon Cadwallader.

The fastest climate solution has two wheels and no tailpipe

As the climate negotiations start in earnest at COP31, major Australian cities are backing a global citizens initiative calling for targets for cycling to be included in Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

Stretched to the limit – Stolen Generations orgs say time is running out

Stolen Generations organisations from across Australia have issued an urgent challenge, just months out from the 30th anniversary of the landmark Bringing Them Home report, for governments and the nation to ensure the experiences, truths and recommendations of the report are not forgotten and commit to change for survivors and descendants.