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Tweed Council to start nappy rebate scheme but defer Cudgen Creek Masterplan
The last Tweed Shire Council meeting saw the Reusable Nappy Rebate Scheme adopted by councillors, the rail trail impacts...
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Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Asking for what you want
As a performer for over 30 years who has sat crammed next to toilet rolls in a supply room, dealt with dirty undies in the manager’s office and sat in a cold concrete outdoor space under a tarp in cyclonic conditions, I understand that when you crack the big time you might pull a few diva requests.
Lennox Head Trojans find their winning mojo
The Lennox Head Trojans have turned their season around with back-to-back wins in the Far North Coast Rugby Unions’...
What about the young peeps?
The Byron Shire is a popular place to live, and a sought after tourist destination, however it lacks infrastructure to accommodate young people.
Dance and escape at the Nudge
Dance and escape before their winter break at June’s Nudge Nudge Wink Wink: The Ultimate Party with a Conscience!
The party of the year...
University of Queensland: Botox could save your life
Pretty much what the general public knows about Botox is what we see on the emotionless faces of the rich and famous – but coming out of the University of Queensland is a study that might see Botox save lives.
Let’s explore Byron Council’s secret meetings!
Has Byron Shire Council improved with its transparency with regards to confidential motions?
Stories about "Ballina Marine Rescue":
North Coast sees 335 marine rescues in last year
Across the state it has been the second busiest year on record for NSW Marine Rescue despite the ongoing wet weather.
Woman rescued after falling into Emigrant Creek – Ballina
Last night (Wednesday, 4 August) at around 9pm a woman required rescuing after falling into Emigrant Creek.
Ballina’s Marine Rescue volunteers move into new $2.8m home
Volunteers from Marine Rescue Ballina will move into their new, purpose-built $2.8 million communications tower and unit base today (Friday, October 7).
The volunteers will...
Ballina rescue crews recognised with bravery awards
Six men involved in a dramatic sea rescue off Ballina will today be presented with bravery awards.
Local News
60% of Ballina Council investments in fossil fuel aligned companies
The Ballina Shire Council had more than $60 million invested in fossil fuel aligned companies on behalf of ratepayers as of the end of April 2023.
Local News
Flood trauma? Free women’s mindful healing workshops available
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It has been a tough run in the Northern Rivers from drought to fire to pandemic to flood – so there is quite a bit to deal with for many of us.
Local News
Grant for innovative Birthing on Country program
Birthing on Country can be very important for many Aboriginal women, but many face the challenge of leaving Country to access medical care when their babies come.
Political Comment
When western medicine doesn’t work
Once I finally admitted I needed help with vicarious trauma, I tried a few techniques to ease my troubled mind.
