For three days in August, seven billion tonnes of rain fell across Greenland – the largest amount since records began in 1950. It’s also the first time since then that rain, not snow, fell on Greenland’s highest peak.
Thank you to all the essential energy and traffic management people who worked tirelessly on the weekend to restore power to the east side of Ewingsdale. The storm on Saturday evening was intense and created conditions that were extremely hazardous....
The rape rapper who refers to himself as ‘Tyler the Creator’ (Tyler Okonma) has again been booked by the Splendour in the Grass organisation. Why JJJ also chooses to support the rape and horror rap genres has never been...
The Guardian newspaper (10 December) notes the declines in Bogong moth numbers places the species among 124 Australian additions to the global endangered species list. Previously, the moth would be seen in annual swarms at Parliament House in Canberra,...
On Tuesday 7 December, as I was turning at what is known as Uncle Tom’s corner, the main road into Mullumbimby, and what did I see? A large flood sign. And oh yes, it was flooded! Just before though, casting one’s...
Four years is the longest I’ve been absent from Australian shores – plenty seems to have happened since I last set foot here.
The main issue the ‘Freedom Fighters’ have with the state governments is that they believe COVID poses minimum health risks, if indeed it exists at all, whereas the established view is that COVID is a real danger and lifting...
Do you pay close attention to who owns the news you consume, and what their agenda is?
Mullumbimby’s Shedding Workshop has been supporting locals for the last three years with their inclusive carpentry and building workshops and events, but now they need a new home.
The permanent adoption of initiatives introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic will see a ‘$3.1 billion productivity boost’, says NSW Treasurer, Matt Kean (Liberal).
After several years of consideration, 2021 was the year that we got an electric car (EV). Six months later and with rising fuel prices we have no regrets. But what’s it like to own an electric car in Byron Shire?
This year I believe gratitude is the greatest gift I can give. I am grateful that I am able to live in Byron Bay and for the community that I experience here, despite the huge changes over the years. I...
Puberty Blues: It is a quintessentially Australian coming-of-age movie, staring Nell Schofield, which called into question the roles and behaviours of young people in Australian culture.
The Productivity Commission, an independent federal agency that reviews and advises on government policy, has released its latest report: Register of Foreign-owned Water Entitlements.
Elon Musk’s rocket has only one booster that will handle ongoing flights, but the pharmaceutical companies expect us to have a new booster every six months. I’d prefer to escape COVID using Elon Musk’s booster. Sapoty Brook, Main Arm
Once, when I was on stage, a large moth flew up my skirt. Everyone in the front row saw it. It was very funny. And embarrassing. I quipped, ‘At least it’s not flying out. Then I tagged it with ‘– of course it’s a bogong’. Everyone laughed because it sounds like ‘bogan’. I kind of always thought of the moth as a bogan; loud, out on the street, bumping into things.
Having been fortunate to live in and own a home in this area for 36 years, I know that development is inevitable. I have also advocated on behalf of homeless people in the area for 20 years. Affordable housing is...
This year I believe gratitude is the greatest gift I can give. I am grateful that I am able to live in Byron Bay and for the community that I experience here, despite the huge changes over the years. I...
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NORPA 2022 NORPA has revealed some of the world-class theatre shows it will be bringing to the region in 2022, with more to be announced in the new year. NORPA Artistic Director and CEO, Julian Louis, sat down with Seven...
Lots of brilliant things which can be seen in the Byron Shire and beyond this week.
Lord Byron Distillery is located right in Byron Bay and have an excellent range of spirits available to try and to buy, right in the Byron Arts and Industry Estate. They are now releasing their fourth barrel of Pure...
This Friday, 17 December, at Mullum Farmers Market, Belinda Jeffery and Christine Manfield will be selling and signing their latest cookbooks. These down-to-earth celebrity chefs have too many achievements to mention. Needless to say, as award-winning authors, they know...
Heart disease remains Australia’s biggest killer, claiming 48 lives in Australia every day. Healthy Hospo Hearts is an inaugural fundraising event started by Stephen Mills; Executive Chef, Ballina RSL Club. In October this year Stephen lost one of his own...
