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September 18, 2026
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Big weekend at Wandana

Wandana Brewing Co. is set to host a big weekend, kicking off on Thursday with their popular weekly Trivia Night.

Three low-risk ways Northern Rivers businesses can use AI in 2026 (without losing trust, quality, or your voice)

Elizabeth Griffiths from Wellcome AI is offering practical, hands-on workshops for Northern Rivers businesses who wants to use AI well.

Banyan Hill Powers Ahead: Construction Progress and Sales Momentum Build Toward Christmas

Exciting times continue at Banyan Hill, Ballina’s premier land estate by Intrapac Property, as construction activity surges ahead and community interest remains strong.

Confidence returns to the Northern Rivers property market with $4.7 million land rush

The Northern Rivers property market is stirring again, with the renewed confidence clearest at Banyan Hill, Ballina’s premier land estate by Intrapac Property.

Rentvesting

In the Northern Rivers rentvesting could be a way for some people to get into the property market, even if they think they might not have the chance.

Building from scratch

Deciding to build a home from scratch is no small feat and is not for the faint-hearted, but if you know what you want then building your own house can give you your dream home.

Energy efficiency vs upfront house price

Energy-efficient houses save more money in the long term than many people realise. When you decide to buy a new washing machine, dishwasher, or dryer you immediately look at the energy and water ratings.

Understanding the importance of quality landscaping

If you’ve ever prepared a house for sale you know the importance of making everything look clean, bright, spacious and FABulous.

Pros and cons of investing in property

Australians have always had a love affair with investing in ‘bricks and mortar’ housing because you can touch and feel their investment, says Damian Roylance managing Director of Entourage Finance in Byron Bay.

Lismore and its villages rising from the floods

Lismore is a remarkable part of the world. This local government area encompasses vibrant villages, a university, the remnants of the Big Scrub, great markets,...

Bangalow black spot secures $1.6m safety upgrade

A notorious Bangalow road safety black spot where much-loved local man Paul ‘Campo’ Campton was killed in a hit-and-run crash is set for a major upgrade after Byron Shire Council secured around $1.6 million in NSW Government funding.

Missing Tweed woman’s car found in Rous River

The car belonging to missing Tweed woman Yvonne Whear has been found submerged in the Rous River, almost seven months after she disappeared.

Reece Byrnes elected new Tweed mayor

Tweed Shire has a new mayor, with councillor Reece Byrnes elected to the top job following a vote at Thursday’s council meeting.

Friendly pooches up for adoption

Stone & Wood are teaming up with Willow Tree Sanctuary and a whole lot of friendly dogs who are looking for their forever homes this Saturday, 19 September at the tasting room in Byron Bay from 11am to 2pm.