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Advocates and civil society organisations call to drop the charges against Herzog protestors

In an open letter to the NSW Premier, Attorney-General, Minister for Police, and Commissioner of Police, advocates and civil society organisations have called for the charges to be dropped against people protesting against the visit of the President of Israel on 9 February 2026.
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Tweed Shire fisher faces court

A Tweed Shire commercial fisher pleaded guilty last week to six offences in relation to illegal fishing activity.
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Animals on country roads safety campaign launches

Motorists are being urged to slow down and stay alert for wildlife as Transport for NSW launches its annual ‘Animals on Country Roads’ safety campaign.
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Tweed truck crash claims life

A man has died after a single-vehicle crash in Tweed Heads West, say police.
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Santos Sessions bringing community together in Mullum

Local kombucha maker Jake Miller grew up in the house behind Santos Organics in Mullumbimby and remembers jumping over the fence to play in the garden and enjoy a few carob treats.
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Fire destroys Mullumbimby family home

A Gofundme campaign has been set up to help a family who lost everything in a house fire last week. Frea Bandini-Alefosio writes, 'We are neighbours and friends of Jeff and Alma Jackson, long time Mullumbimby locals, we are setting up this fundraiser to help support them after a devastating house fire'.
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Lismore music venue Blah Bar appeals for help

A Lismore music venue is appealing for financial help to help them keep music and arts alive. 
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Stories about "aerial spotting of sharks":

Shark patrols to continue until Easter

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North coast aerial shark patrols, which were due to finish after Australia Day, will now continue up until Easter, according to parliamentary secretary for the north coast, Chris Gulaptis.
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Call to trial shark technologies in Ballina waters

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Ballina beaches should be among the first to trial some of the new shark repellent technologies being discussed at today’s shark summit in Sydney, according to Ballina MP Tamara Smith.
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Drones could be used to spot sharks, says local pilot

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Amid a series of further shark sightings, some north coast surf lifesavers are considering using drones as a cost-effective way to spot sharks after a presentation at Lennox Head Life Saving Club on the weekend.
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Shark sightings at Evans, Lennox, South Golden Beach

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North coast shark sightings continue unabated, with swimmers at Evans Head, Lennox Head and South Golden Beach told to get out of the water yesterday (Thursday).
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Use drones to patrol for sharks

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Peggy Balfour, Mullumbimby. Another shark attack at Ballina. Isn't it time drones fitted with cameras transmitting to monitors in the surf life saving clubs were used to air patrol beaches?
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Eclectic Selection for the week beginning 3 June 2026

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Eclectic Selection: What’s on this week is a taste of some of the events that can be found in the Byron Shire and beyond this coming week.
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The Good Life

Stout Blackout Blowout at Earth Beer

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Nestled among the rolling green hills of Cudgen, just minutes from Kingscliff on the Tweed Coast, Earth Beer Company has become one of the...
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Greens from The Farm are flourshing

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At the heart of a thriving market garden is timing, soil health, and a deep connection to the seasons – something Josh Dooley from...
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Interview with Pacific Avenue

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South Coast rockers, Pacific Avenue, have left an indelible mark on the music industry, their debut studio album Flowers secured a spot as a number one Australian album earning two ARIA nominations. Now, their recently released second studio album, Lovesick Sentimental, looks to be heading in the same direction.
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