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Man charged with murder in Tweed

A man and woman have been charged over their alleged involvement in the death of a man in Tweed Heads this morning, say NSW Police.

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High-speed rail

I was extremely disappointed to hear that the federal government had decided to scrap the section of the high-speed...

What sovereignty?

The gravest threat to Australia’s sovereignty comes from the security doctrine and foreign policy of strategic dependence on the...

Festival and event grants on offer

Community organisations are encouraged to apply for NSW government grants to bring cultural festivals and events to life across the state over the coming year.

Mullum hybrid water plan springs a leak

Mullumbimby’s proposed hybrid water supply scheme is in serious doubt after Byron Council staff warned it faces significant public health, regulatory, and cost risks, and recommended Council not proceed with the project in its current form.

Do you want the rail trail completed? Sign the petition

The local Byron and Mullumbimby chambers of commerce, and the Northern Rivers Rail Trail Supporters (NRRTS) are asking everyone who supports making the rail trail happen to get on board and sign up to support the rail trail at www.northernriversrailtrail.com.au/support.

Prayers For Peace at Durrumbul Hall, 21 June

A Winter Solstice concert will be held Sunday 21 June, from 6.30pm at Durrumbul Hall, Main Arm.

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Editorial – Perusing the Byron candidate buffet

Byron Shire voters are about to face an unprecedented decision on Saturday, with the incumbent mayor seeking re-election while facing criminal domestic violence (DV) charges in March next year.  

Matter of choice to not stand down

I was interested in my own process in coming to the decision to support Mark Swivel’s condemnation of Mayor Michael Lyon’s behaviour and his...

Vote 1 Green

Byron Shire faces enormous pressures for the future. We need a Byron Council with a strong commitment to the protection and enhancement of the...

Tweed Council reviewed by former Mayor

Though still in Ballarat caring for my mother, I do keep an eye on Tweed Council, and wanted to share a few thoughts for this election.

Domestic violence – what i’ve learnt

Domestic violence (DV) is high on the national agenda and has recently been brought to light locally. This could be a learning experience for...

Meet the candidates event: Let’s talk Byron business

The Byron Bay Chamber of Commerce will host a free ‘meet the candidates’ event, specifically aimed at Byron businesses, on Monday, September 9, from 4.30pm to 5.30pm at the Byron Community Centre

Byron Shire: meet the candidates in Byron Theatre, 2 September 

There are 24 candidates vying for nine Byron Shire Council seats, including four candidates running for mayor.  Find out what they represent on Monday 2 September at the meet the candidates forum.

Byron’s mayoral candidates support rail trail

What are the candidate positions on the rail trail for Byron Shire?

Upcoming Council election, Mullum hospital site and Wallum

The Corruption Perceptions Index defines corruption as an ‘abuse of entrusted power for private gain’. These gains are not always monetary. They are primarily status, an essential component in the social interactions of our community.

Up to 550 homes pegged for Byron Shire’s newest suburb

Community feedback is now sought on three planning documents that will shape the future of Gulgan Village, a new residential suburb proposed on the elevated slopes of Saddle Road. 

Load limit increased for Byron Creek Bridge

The load limit for Byron Creek Bridge has been increased to 24 tonnes, say Byron Shire Council, following structural analysis of the bridge.

Festival and event grants on offer

Community organisations are encouraged to apply for NSW government grants to bring cultural festivals and events to life across the state over the coming year.

Dr Bronwyn Bancroft wins prestigious Ochre Award

Bundjalung woman and artist Dr Bronwyn Bancroft AM has received the Red Ochre Award for Lifetime Achievement in Artistic Excellence.