Since 2011, 15 years, Dawn and Robert Sword have been entrusted by the Wardell Knit n’ Knat Group with the privilege of distributing the beautiful handcrafted rugs, scarves, beanies and other knitted and crocheted items they have made to people in need throughout the Ballina Shire.

A man has died after a single-vehicle crash in Tweed Heads West, say police.

After stepping away from the role for 12 months, Mandy Nolan returned to Byron Adult Education to teach what Mandy believes is the best, and possibly most successful stand up comedy course in the country. 

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.

Australia’s top radio and podcast talent were crowned at the inaugural Australian Audio Awards last Thursday night at Carriageworks in Sydney. Entries were judged on their technical expertise, audio quality, content and impact.

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'.