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Up to 550 homes pegged for Byron Shire’s newest suburb

Community feedback is now sought on three planning documents that will shape the future of Gulgan Village, a new residential suburb proposed on the elevated slopes of Saddle Road. 
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Raising funds for BYS

Byron Youth Service (BYS) supports young people across the Byron Shire through a diverse range of creative, educational, and wellbeing initiatives, while continuing significant improvements to The YAC (Youth Activity Centre).
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Past and present collide at Byron Theatre

A classic Australian novel is getting a contemporary makeover at the Byron Theatre this week, with Tirra Lirra by the River brought to the stage using cutting-edge audio-visual effects.
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Historic Native Title determination honoured with artwork purchase by Byron Council

Byron Shire Council says it has bought the artwork, Holding Strong, in honour of historic 2019 Arakwal Native Title determination.
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High-speed rail

I was extremely disappointed to hear that the federal government had decided to scrap the section of the high-speed...
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Kyogle adopts $64.6m budget, promises big investment for the future

Kyogle Council has adopted its 2026/2027 budget, with Mayor Danielle Mulholland saying it delivers a clear commitment to strengthening essential services, supporting emerging needs, and positioning the community for the future.
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Emergency departments buckling under pressure

Nurses working at emergency departments (ED) across the state are continuing to feel the effects of increased presentations and very unwell people coming through their doors, with the latest health snapshot painting a worrying picture of NSW public hospitals.
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Stories about "2028":

Calls for SAE closure to be reconsidered

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With the announcement that SAE Byron Bay campus would close by 2028, a coalition of students, alumni, staff, and community members are calling for the decision to be reconsidered, and to allow for community consultation.
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Byron SAE/ACAP campus to wind down by 2028

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The SAE and ACAP University Colleges at the Byron Bay campus will begin a long-term wind-down process, with operations to conclude by February 2028.
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Load limit increased for Byron Creek Bridge

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The load limit for Byron Creek Bridge has been increased to 24 tonnes, say Byron Shire Council, following structural analysis of the bridge.
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Festival and event grants on offer

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Community organisations are encouraged to apply for NSW government grants to bring cultural festivals and events to life across the state over the coming year.
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Dr Bronwyn Bancroft wins prestigious Ochre Award

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Bundjalung woman and artist Dr Bronwyn Bancroft AM has received the Red Ochre Award for Lifetime Achievement in Artistic Excellence.
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The Pocket Winter Festival bringing you music, food and fun

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The Pocket Winter Festival is set to return on Sunday, 21 June, from 10am to 2pm, bringing together the community for a day of music, food, entertainment and family fun at The Pocket Public School.
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