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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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Grand opening in Casino on Saturday
Richmond Valley Council says the upgraded Casino Showground and Racecourse will be a major hub for events in regional NSW, with a focus on horse-related activities.
Ballina Greens announce ticket for 2024
Aiming to build on their two existing councillors, the Ballina Greens have announced their team of candidates for the upcoming Ballina Shire Council elections, set for 14 September this year.
Northern Rivers Recovery and Resilience Program announces 36 projects
Bridge expansions, upgraded pumps, enhanced evacuation routes and nature-based projects are just a few of the 36 projects being...
Man dies in hospital following an E-bike crash – Byron Bay
A man has died in hospital following an E bike crash in Byron Bay earlier this month.
Infrastructure for east end of Mullum
Mullumbimby was founded 135 years ago. In the 1960s sewerage was introduced, as was I suppose drainage infrastructure. Are...
Getting ready for the 24/25 bush fire season
This year’s official NSW Bush Fire Danger Period closed on March 21. Essential Energy says its thoughts are now turned toward to the 2024-25 season, and it has begun surveying its powerlines in and around the North Coast region.
Stories about "koala":
Pottsville and Tweed Shire residents show up to save their koalas
The proposal for a luxury caravan development saw locals at a Land and Environment Court conciliation meeting as they rally to save their koalas.
Preview screening of The Koalas at Federal Hall this Sunday
An insight into the lives of koalas is taking place this Sunday with the preview screening of The Koalas at Federal Hall.
Release of first koala to take part in vaccine trial
Currumbin Wildlife Hospital has officially released ‘Anne Chovee’, the first wild Gold Coast koala to take part in its chlamydia vaccine program.
Koala chlamydia and Wildlife Hospital funding boost for Northern Rivers
As the pressure mounts from the NSW Labor state government to increase the amount and density of housing, and as a result increase the population, across the Northern Rivers the impact on wildlife will continue to grow.
Weed exit and smiley koalas get support
Weed and smiley koalas were on the minds of Tweed Shire Councillors and staff at last week’s council meeting.
Koala logging moratorium great first step
The NSW government has agreed to put 106 koala hubs contained within the proposed area for the Great Koala National Park under protection until the establishment of the park in order to prevent logging of these key koala habitats.
Lismore Council looking at the future of Monaltrie koalas
A staff report on a rezoning planning proposal for land around koala habitat at Durheim Road, Monaltrie Lane and Wyrallah Road in Monaltrie, came before councillors at last night’s monthly meeting of Lismore Council.
Planting trees is critical for the survival of koalas
Koalas and their health and habitat have been in the news more than ever in recent months and the word is starting to get out that they need our help.
Are we logging koalas to extinction?
The North East Forest Alliance is calling on people to take action to protect one of the most important Koala habitats on the Richmond River Lowlands in response to the Forestry Corporation commencing logging in Braemar State Forest – south of Casino.
Trial begins to test koala-ty of chlamydia vaccine
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Scientists have begun an ambitious field trial in New South Wales, vaccinating wild koalas against chlamydia.
Many of us have...
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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...
Byron Echo
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.
