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Editorial – Joyous propaganda!
The NSW Labor government marked its one year in office this week with a jubilant statement of achievements issued from Macquarie Street HQ.
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New report highlights gaps in rural and remote health
The second annual Royal Flying Doctor Service ‘Best for the Bush, Rural and remote Health Base Line’ report has just been released. Presenting the latest data on the health of rural and remote Australians and evidence on service gaps, it identifies issues in urgent need of attention from service providers, funders, partners and policy makers.
Roller derby rocks the Cavanbah Centre
The Red Kennedys have once again dominated the Northern Rivers Revolt Roller Derby Tournament held at the Cavanbah Centre over the weekend of March 16-17.
Byron Council staff baulk at councillors’ promise of free parking for locals
Will Byron Council deliver on its pledge to make parking permits free for locals across the Shire when paid parking comes into force in Brunswick Heads?
Mullum pods
They look so uninviting and dismal. It would not cost a lot to change the name to ‘tiny homes’...
The Picture House is turning 8
It feels like we were only just ringing in the new year days ago and here we are approaching Easter weekend at The Brunswick Picture House. It’s already been a whirlwind start to 2024 with their biggest and busiest program so far, bringing an eclectic mix of some of the hottest stand-up comedy, music gigs, film screenings and cabaret – and that was just last week!
Biz confidence up, says Business NSW
The state's peak body for business says confidence in the sector has increased but cost of living pressures continue to impact customer spending.
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Digging into the science of 4WDs on beaches
Last night, a full house turned up at Lennox Hotel's Seven Mile Room to participate in the inaugural Critical Conversations seminar, about the impact of 4WDs on beach ecosystems.
4WD issue heating up in Lennox
Ballina Shire Council's public comment period regarding 4WDs on Seven Mile Beach closed over a month ago, but the issue isn't going away, with a seminar to be held at the Lennox Hotel on Monday already booked out.
What’s happening with South Ballina Beach?
The debate about the future of the beaches south of Ballina is heating up again as councils and concerned citizens grapple with the ongoing issue of 4WD-related damage.
Crown Lands missing in action on Ballina beaches
With Ballina Shire Council, Jali people, MP Tamara Smith and concerned residents united about the need to do something about 4WD-related destruction on the southern beaches, Crown Lands may be the missing part of the puzzle.
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Man charged over domestic violence and pursuit offences – Tweed Heads
A man has been charged following a pursuit near Tweed Heads on Monday.
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Where should affordable housing go in Tweed Shire?
Should affordable and social housing in the Tweed Shire be tucked away in a few discreet corners? Perhaps it should be on the block next to where you live?
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Making Lismore Showground accessible to everyone
The Lismore Showground isn’t just a critical local community asset that plays host to a number of major events each year, but has also been used as an evacuation centre during past natural disasters in the region.
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Iconic Lennox beach shed upgraded – not demolished
Lennox Park and the shelter shed has now been upgraded and reopened.