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Woman charged after body located – Ballina

A woman has been charged after the body of a man was allegedly located on a property near Ballina.

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$304m Clarrie Hall Dam raising clears major hurdle

The Tweed’s $304 million plan to more than double the capacity of Clarrie Hall Dam has cleared a major planning hurdle, as the region races to secure enough water for its growing population.

Applications now open for NRCF’s 2026-2027 Community Grants

Community groups and not-for-profit organisations across the Northern Rivers are invited to apply for the Northern Rivers Community Foundation’s (NRCF) 2026-2027 Annual Community Grants Round, which opened on 31 August.

Byron’s ‘great walker’ takes out Wollumbin Art Award

A much-loved Byron Shire character has helped carry artist Stephen Bird to the top prize in this year’s Wollumbin Art Award.

Dabke and Tatreez – keeping Palestinian music alive

The Dabke and Tatreez ensemble were the first ever Palestinian music performance at the Sydney Opera House on 6 July last year, and they will be performing at the Bangalow A&I Hall on Saturday, 5 September at 6.30pm.

Unnecessary rate rise

The proposed unnecessary rate rise doesn’t get decided until 27 February, 2027 by IPART. Make an objection: [email protected] Council needs...

Height limits in Byron Bay

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Stewart’s Menswear – for Father’s Day image

Stewart’s Menswear Mullumbimby

With Father’s Day approaching, Stewart’s Menswear in Mullumbimby is the place to find something Dad will actually wear. The family-owned store has fresh new season stock arriving daily, so there is plenty to choose from.

This week the spotlight falls on Pilbara Collection linen shirts and shorts which are light, breathable and comfortable for warmer days ahead. They suit weekends, travel and easy afternoons around the Northern Rivers, and make a genuinely practical gift he will reach for again and again.

Alongside them sits a handpicked range of gift lines, from socks, wallets and belts to shirts and everyday favourites. Friendly advice is always on hand, in-store or online, to help find something useful and well chosen. Redefine shopping at Stewart’s Menswear this Father’s Day.

Address: 52 Burringbar Street, Mullumbimby

Contact: (02) 6684 2148 | www.stewartsmenswear.com.au


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Electric Mermaid Barbershop

ALL STYLES. ALL WELCOME. HAIRCUTS FOR ALL HUMANS.

Electric Mermaid Barbershop is for everyone  women, men, kids and anyone who just wants a bloody good haircut.Long hair, curls, shaggy razor cuts, classic scissor work, fades, beard trims and traditional cut-throat shaves. We’ve been cutting hair and spinning yarns in Brunswick Heads for 
six years, and we’re proud to be part of this brilliant community.

Online bookings now available and walk-ins are always welcome.

Address: 3/28 Mullumbimbi Street, Brunswick Heads

Contact: electricmermaidbarber.com.au













Peter Noble puts Bluesfest site up for sale

Following the cancellation of the 2026 Bluesfest and subsequently two Bluesfest companies going into administration, the site has now been listed for sale.

Short-stay boost for Ballina hospital, but bigger service gaps remain

Ballina District Hospital is set to get a new four-bay emergency short-stay unit before the end of the year, providing a modest boost to a hospital that remains limited in the range of specialist and higher-level care it can provide.

Ewingsdale Rd pedestrian crossing back on the agenda

The developers behind the massive West Byron housing project are back for round two in their bid to install a pedestrian crossing on Ewingsdale Road, just weeks after councillors rejected a traffic-light version of the proposal.

Chris Cherry bows out of Tweed mayoralty after six years

After six years steering Tweed Shire through floods, fires, border closures and a cyclone, Mayor Chris Cherry has decided it is time to hand over the reins.