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Trilogy: New Wave
More than a decade has passed since the original Trilogy (2007), a classic surf film directed by one-time Suffolk Park resident and legendary surf filmmaker Taylor Steele was released. Since then, surfing has transitioned from a countercultural pastime to a mainstream sport. Trilogy: New Wave examines this evolution with a new lens, offering an unexpected perspective of surfing’s present.
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Four charged following domestic violence operation – Casino, Tabulam, Muli Muli and Ballina
Three men and a woman have been charged following an operation in the Casino and Tabulam areas.
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Newrybar local takes third in Australia’s Greatest Horsewomen competition
Local equestrian Leah Van Ewijk has secured third place in the highly competitive Australian’s Greatest Horsewoman competition (AGHW), despite not having reliable access to an arena and making a 3,000-kilometre return trip to Victoria.
Summer of Harold
In a change of pace, the Uki Moon Theatre are excited to announce their first production for 2024 – the comedic trio of plays, Summer of Harold, by award-winning playwright Hilary Bell and directed by Penny Irving.
Take a stand against violence against women in Ballina this Sunday
Say ‘No’ to domestic violence this Sunday, May 5 at 4pm in Ballina and stand in solidarity, honouring those who have lost their lives to domestic violence.
Northern Rivers post-flood PTSD trial featuring MDMA approved
More than 200 people with post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of the 2022 Northern Rivers floods and landslides are to receive support through a clinical trial.
State of the Hempire revealed at Nimbin MardiGrass
The state of the Hempire in the Northern Rivers is healthy. In the last two years many changes have come about, both strategically and tactically. Celebrate this weekend at the Nimbin MardiGrass.
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NSW summer’s drowning toll reaches 12
Surf Life Saving New South Wales says volunteer surf lifesavers have worked through one of the busiest days of the summer to date on NSW beaches.
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Conversations with Mark Swivel
Byron Community College is thrilled to announcement their new series, ‘Conversations with Mark Swivel’. Mark is a well-known man-about-town owing to his dedication to community-building, activism and all the stellar work he does in raising awareness on important topics that affect us all.
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German Film Festival
Palace Cinemas are delighted to present the 2024 HSBC German Film Festival in collaboration with German Films. The 2024 line-up features many superb offerings including six films direct from the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), a selection of the best new German cinema and exciting new films for budding cinephiles in the Kino for Kids side bar, presented by the Goethe-Institut.
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It’s the Byron Caper!
Like your entertainment served up with delicious food and booze? Then this one’s for you! Caper Byron Bay Food & Culture Festival is thrilled to announce the return of the ‘Dinner & Show’ at Brunswick Picture House for two nights only on Saturday, 18 May and Sunday, 19 May.
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Summer of Harold
In a change of pace, the Uki Moon Theatre are excited to announce their first production for 2024 – the comedic trio of plays, Summer of Harold, by award-winning playwright Hilary Bell and directed by Penny Irving.
