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Tweed Council seeks businesses to join it’s rail trail ‘Connect Program’
Paying for the maintenance and providing an engaging visitor experience for the Tweed section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail is a key aspect of Tweed Shire Council’s (TSC) Connect Program.
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Bangalow wins men’s premiership grand final
The Bangalow Bluedogs have won the 2023 premiership league football grand final with a 3–2 win over Byron Bay...
Spring Equinox Spirit Fest
Come to Murwillumbah for a magical day of harmony and joy at the Spring Equinox Spirit Fest. Organisers say ‘As the sun crosses the celestial equator, marking the beginning of a new season, we gather to celebrate the spirit of renewal, growth, and togetherness. This enchanting family-friendly event is on Saturday where all ages are invited to partake in a day filled with music, art, and shared experiences.
The Smoking Camel partners with Brookie’s Gin to create a Turkish Delight Gin!
Byron Bay’s newest Middle Eastern restaurant, The Smoking Camel, has partnered with Brookie’s Gin to create a Turkish Delight Gin. A passion project between the two brands and owners Kim Stephen (The Smoking Camel) and Eddie Brook (Brookie’s Gin), the gin is emblematic of the close-knit Byron Bay community, and combines The Smoking Camel’s signature Middle Eastern flavours with Brookie’s expertise in gin making.
Labor’s budget falls short on flood funding: MP
Tamara Smith, Member for Ballina and NSW Greens Disaster Relief Spokesperson, has welcomed an additional $150m in funding for the Northern Rivers and Central West flood recovery in Tuesday’s NSW budget.
Council to discuss use of consultants at closed-door workshop
Byron councillors will explore the amount Council spends on external consultants and potential conflicts of interest, following a long and, at times, spiteful debate last week.
Teenager glassed outside Byron pub
NSW police say a man has been charged over the alleged glassing of a teen at Byron Bay yesterday.
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Specialised help for LGBQTIA+ flood survivors
A crisis support service for sexuality and gender diverse communities impacted by the Northern Rivers floods disaster is available.
A third of new HIV diagnoses ‘show signs of late infection’
As many as 10 per cent of people with HIV in NSW may be unaware they have the virus, says Jenny Heslop, north coast manager of HARP. And a third of people diagnosed with the disease showed signs of late infection that could have been avoided with earlier testing.
Brunswick Heads forum on HIV prevention drug PrEP
Residents of Byron and Tweed shires will have the chance to find out more about the latest game-changer in HIV prevention at a special community forum in May.
Rapid HIV testing comes to Byron
As of next week, Byron gay men and others potentially affected by HIV no longer need to make the trek to Lismore to get their rapid HIV testing and results.
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Facelift for Cape Byron walking track – but not everyone happy
The Cape Byron walking track that leads from Wategos Beach towards the Byron lighthouse has been given a ‘facelift’ by NSW National Parks. But not all users are happy...
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Varroa mite here to stay as NSW pivots from eradication to management of costly invasive species
The Varroa Mite ‘(Varroa destructor and Varroa jacobsoni) is a parasite of adult honey bees and honey bee brood. It weakens and kills honey...
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Cycling race in Lismore this weekend to raise money for Westpac Rescue Helicopter
Whether it is getting on the track or watching the cyclists there are plenty of ways to get on board with the Lismore 2023 – Byron Bay Cycle Club Road Race this Sunday 24, September in Lismore’s CBD.
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Labor’s budget falls short on flood funding: MP
Tamara Smith, Member for Ballina and NSW Greens Disaster Relief Spokesperson, has welcomed an additional $150m in funding for the Northern Rivers and Central West flood recovery in Tuesday’s NSW budget.
