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On Save the Koala Day conservationists all agree they disagree with the Minister for Environment
Ahead of today’s Save the Koala Day, NSW Minister for Environment James Griffin yesterday announced that private landholders are being supported to restore 200 hectares of koala habitat in the Northern Rivers.
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Bioenergy facility funding rejected
Mayor Michael Lyon is downplaying a funding rejection for Council’s much touted Bioenergy Facility proposal by a federal government agency, claiming other funding sources are available.
New digs for flood adaptation project
Mullum Cares has a new home in the Railway Shed Yard, on the corner of Prince and Ann Streets in Mullum.
Santos’ approval to drill for gas north of the Tiwi Islands invalid
In a landmark decision, the Federal Court of Australia has invalidated Santos’ approval to drill for gas in the sea north of the Tiwi Islands.
Meet Byron’s surf champ, Mark ‘Mono’ Stewart
While Byron attracts surfers of amazing skill, there have only been a few world champions.
Lord Ability collided with other dogs at the first turn and fell
The latest death of a young greyhound at Grafton yesterday has sparked calls for an independent review of Australia’s new and rebuilt taxpayer-funded racetracks.
This league of pets are super
The best things about the school holidays are the awesome films created for kids, and a great film for...
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Planes becoming unbearable around Skennars
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Volunteers sought to meet and greet tourists in Ballina
The resumption of the Northern Rivers' tourism industry has prompted the Ballina Shire Council to invite local residents to become volunteer ambassadors for the sector.
All roads lead to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport
Ballina Shire Council has announced the start of construction of Airport Boulevard, the new entrance road to the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport.
Ballina Airport responds to Melbourne COVID scare
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport has introduced new health measures for travellers arriving from Melbourne, after several Melbourne venues were linked to a confirmed COVID case.
Screening at Ballina airport
Due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak in the Greater Sydney area, Ballina Byron Gateway Airport wishes to assure all travellers and the general public that stringent measures are in place to protect community health.
Direct flights between Ballina Byron and Dubbo starting soon
Zoo lovers rejoice, there will be direct flights between Ballina Byron Gateway Airport and Dubbo courtesy of FlyPelican from 28 August.
Qantas flies back into Ballina, with bells on
A QantasLink service from Sydney touched down in Ballina Byron Gateway Airport yesterday to a water cannon welcome from two fire trucks. It was the first flight from the airline into Ballina for fifteen years.
Direct flights from Ballina to Canberra starting soon
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport has announced that FlyPelican will soon be flying directly from Ballina to the nation's capital, Canberra.
Access changes to Ballina Airport as new works start
With work set to commence on the expansion of Ballina/Byron Gateway Airport, the drop-off and pick-up areas, together with bus and taxi zones, are being moved away from the front of the terminal.
Record year for Ballina Airport
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport experienced record passenger numbers in 2016 – nudging the magic half-million mark – and management says airport improvements are on the way.
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Firearm and drug offence charges laid after Coraki vehicle stop
NSW Police say a man has been charged after a firearm and prohibited drugs were seized during a vehicle stop yesterday.
Science Goes Viral
Chemicals left by first stars in the universe may have been detected by the Gemini North telescope
The chemical remains of the earliest stars in the universe may have been discovered by astronomers.
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New digs for flood adaptation project
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Mullum Cares has a new home in the Railway Shed Yard, on the corner of Prince and Ann Streets in Mullum.
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Police suspect dies at Clothiers Creek
NSW Police say a critical incident investigation has commenced following the death of a man at Clothiers Creek yesterday.
