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Sweet and sour doughnuts
Victoria Cosford
‘It’s probably a good thing I don’t have a sweet tooth,’ says Megan.
I’ve called in at the pop-up...
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New insights into great white shark behaviour off California coast
Marine scientists using tracking devices have been able to shine a spotlight on the behaviour of great white sharks...
Man saved by Marine Rescue NSW after vessel capsized on Bruns Bar
A rapid response by Marine Rescue Brunswick volunteers has saved a man’s life after his 4.9 metre boat rolled on Brunswick Bar this morning.
The bridges of Ballina Council
Ballina Shire Council has started preliminary investigation works at Fishery Creek Bridge, on River Street, and Canal Bridge, on Tamarind Drive, as part of their plan to duplicate both bridges.
Invitation to get to know the real Nimbin
The MardiGrass Organising Body (MOB) say Nimbin's annual festival will kick off with the launch of a very special audiovisual book on Friday 3 May, 'Out There: a potted history of a revolution called Nimbin'.
Wallum urban development back in court
The company behind the Wallum housing development in Brunswick Heads is once again taking Byron Council to court, this time for allegedly holding up its planned earthworks at the site in an unlawful manner.
Gabriella Cohen in Bruns
Gabriella Cohen, Australia’s folk darling, is coming to Brunswick Picture House to perform a one-off intimate solo show on Saturday. Known for her magnetic performances, off-hand charm and pop sensibilities, Gabriella plays music that is all-at-once laid-back, tongue-in-cheek, and peppered with the sweet sounds of ‘60s girl groups.
Stories about "Enova Energy":
Enova customers shocked being transferred to Origin and EA
Many Enova Energy customers have been shocked by the fact that they have found themselves now customers of Origin Energy or Energy Austalia.
$4.5m in renewable energy grants
Two renewable energy projects have received funding as part of the NSW government Regional Community Energy Fund (RCEF) totalling close to $4.5m.
Solar garden feasibility to be explored in Byron Shire
Byron Shire is one of five areas in Australia that has been selected to take part in a feasibility study to see if it could be a suitable location for a solar garden.
Delivering power to the people
Magenta Appel-Pye, Mullumbimby.
This year they are implementing a pension assets test for the hoi polloi whilst the fat cat bureaucrats sit back for the...
Solar feed-in tariffs jump as Byron’s Enova ruffles big boys
Byron Bay-based Enova Energy is to lift its solar feed in tariff to 12c/kWh from January 1, up from 10c/kWh – agreeing to pay more than double the ‘recommended’ tariff in a state that does not mandate a minimum.
Energy start-up switches on its 1,000th customer
Northern rivers-based community-owned renewable energy retailer Enova Energy welcomed its one thousandth customer – Terri Nicholson – last week.
Community energy retailer reaches $3m launch target
Enova Energy has now made Australian history by being the first community-owned electricity supplier. There's still time to buy a share, but not much. The float closes at 5pm today.
Give Enova a chance
Magenta Appel-Pye, Mullumbimby. I just gave myself the best ever Christmas present. I invested in Enova. What a thrill! If this community-owned renewable energy provider can get up and running, it would mean taking the power back to the people, but it needs lots of individuals to join together to make this happen.
Enova Energy just $50,000 short of launch target
Start-up north coast renewable energy retailer Enova says, with its share deadline looming, it has almost met its major capital milestone of $3 million required to operate.
Byron Echo
Foodie road-trip paradise: Harvest Food Trail
Calling all food and farm enthusiasts, the iconic Harvest Food Trail is happening soon, over four days from May 2-5. It’s your chance to...
Byron Echo
Buzz Byron Bay, brewing unforgettable moments with a tuk-tuk twist
In the charming coastal haven of Byron Bay, where laid-back vibes meet bespoke experiences, there’s a new buzz in town – literally. Enter Buzz...
Byron Echo
Cape Byron Distillery release world-first macadamia cask whisky
S Haslam
The parents of Cape Byron Distillery CEO Eddie Brook established the original macadamia farm that you can see from the distillery at St...
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Heart and Song Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra with soprano, Gaynor Morgan
Join us for an enchanting afternoon as Byron Music Society proudly presents ‘Heart and Song.’ Prepare to be immersed in a program meticulously crafted by the Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra, showcasing a world premiere composition. Well-known soprano, Gaynor Morgan, will be premiering a setting of poems by Seamus Heaney and Robert Graves, skilfully arranged for soprano, harp, cello and string orchestra by prominent Northern Rivers musician Nicholas Routley.
