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Future of new Tweed council hanging in balance
First preferences for the new Tweed Shire Council looked likely to lean towards progressives rather than conservatives according to early vote counts as of Monday morning.
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Fruitopia Fair Day in Lismore this Sunday
It is time to bring out the fun and fruity creativity this Sunday for the Fruitopia Fair Day in Lismore.
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...
DV in the public arena
I have never been overly happy with Mayor Michael Lyon but really Mr Swivel what exactly do you find...
Tax wars
It seems that the Greens are intent to wage their culture wars on every business in Australia that dares...
The Generosity Of Birds takes flight
Dangerously Poetic Press say they are delighted to celebrate the Australian launch of Laura Jan Shore’s fourth poetry collection, The Generosity Of Birds, this Sunday.
Byron councillors look to expand Cavanbah Centre as final meeting held
Could the Byron Shire’s Cavanbah sports centre be significantly expanded to include two new basketball courts and a hydrotherapy pool?
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Celebrations this Sunday at Knox Park in Murwillumbah
Whether it is getting your favourite native animal painted on your face, picking up a free bag of compost or getting that pesky weed...
Caldera Environment Centre looking for a home – can you help?
The Caldera Environment Centre (CEC) in Murwillumbah has been a central hub for environmental issues over the past 30 years. Now due to unprecedented rent increases, the centre has been forced to close down.
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Cadwallader reclaims Ballina mayoral title but likely outnumbered on council
Sharon Cadwallader is poised to take on her second term as Ballina Shire Mayor after Saturday’s Election Day official vote-counting showed the independent had a clear lead.
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Ignorance is no longer a defence
David Lowe - 0
It was all happening in Canberra last week, with the Albanese government making announcements about aged care funding, social media, hydrogen, and hate speech. Lost in the shuffle was the findings of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veterans Suicide, delivered to the government after three years' intensive work.
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Land clearing claims refuted
Claims around the rate in which vegetation is cleared in NSW have been challenged by the peak lobby group for NSW Farmers.
Last week the...
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Police investigating Banora Point fire
Police are appealing for information about a fire near Tweed Heads earlier this month.
