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Handcrafted delicious French pastries at Mullum Farmers Markets

Allie Godfrey A taste of France has arrived at the Mullumbimby Farmers Market, with local pastry chef Dan introducing his...

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Douglas Dickie retires after 51 years as firefighter

As the bagpipes let out their mournful melody approaching Wandana Brewing, Douglas Dickie was celebrated for his 51 years of service in fire brigades from Scotland to Australia.

Where is the real cost in rail v trail?

When the state government closed the one daily train service on the Casino to Murwillumbah line, which records show...

Dancing and fundraising for our children’s future

The recent premeditated killings of several children in Australia by their fathers has raised the issue of filicide (the deliberate act of a parent killing their own child) alongside the issue of domestic violence (DV) and femicide (the intentional murder of women or girls) as key areas that need research to help understand why these things happen.

Community housing industry call for major expansion in upcoming NSW budget

The community housing industry are calling on the NSW government to use next week's State Budget to unlock a major expansion of community housing.

Riparian restoration works sees improvements over four catchments

Creeks and riverbanks damaged by the 2022 floods are being restored, thanks to the work of landowners and the NSW government Caring for Catchments program.

A heartfelt night of fundraising

We can’t solve the lack of social housing investment, or magically make emergency accommodation appear, but we can help alleviate suffering and bring warmth and comfort to people coping in truly awful situations.

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Byron Bay vet calls for urgent reform to enable tele-prescribing

VetChat founder and veterinarian Dr Claire Jenkins is calling for urgent reform to allow tele-prescribing during the fuel crisis.

Caring for the creatures that care about you

Pets in the Park, who help homeless people care for their pets, celebrated their first anniversary on Sunday at the Byron Community Cabin, checking and providing free veterinary care for homeless people’s pets.

Plea to give ‘fur-ever’ homes for Christmas

The NSW government is urging families planning to welcome a new cat or dog into their household this festive season to adopt.

Before adopting, here’s a few questions

This Christmas, are you thinking about getting someone you love a friend they can love? 

NRAS adoption day coming soon

Northern Rivers Animal Services at Ballina is holding an Adoption Day on Saturday 2 November, from 10am-1pm. This will be their second last event for the year.

Looking for a new furry friend?

This Saturday the NRAS Rescue Shelter will open the doors once again for its monthly Adoption Day, from 10am-1pm in Ballina.

Right for renters to have pets coming to NSW

Labor NSW, which holds the state’s government majority, says it’s finalising a suite of measures to be introduced to parliament next month aimed at modernising the state’s rental system.

Tweed campaign to keep cats safely at home

Tweed cat owners are being encouraged to keep their cats safely at home as the Safe Haven for Cats project launches today. Local residents can apply for a voucher to build a cat haven or cat enrichment space from now until 31 August 2024.

Strut your Mutt in charity dog walk

Lend A Paw is an initiative of local charity Head over Hooves Inc., and aims to help those in hard times, to care for their pets. 

Election 2023 – Lismore: Vanessa Rosayro AJP

Vanessa Rosayro, is running for the Seat of Lismore in the election at the end of next month. A dedicated vegan and animal advocate, Rosayro says the Animal Justice Party is about more than just loving animals.

Local farming legend retires after 23 years

Thursday, 25 June marks the end of an era for local farmer Kenrick Riley who is retiring from Byron Farmers Market after 23 years. Kenrick...

Highwayman’s Winter Whisky Feast

Highwayman’s Dan Woolley has been working with whisky for over 20 years, and started to fill his own barrels here in Byron Bay over...

Men’s XV: Byron Shire Rebels vs Lismore

The Rebels Men’s XV put in a dominant attacking display of rugby to see off Lismore 42-17, racking up six tries in a performance...

Byron’s Winter Whales raise $43,000

The Byron Bay Winter Whales (BBWW) took to the ocean for the 39th time this year on the first Sunday of May and raised $43,000 for local organisations and charities.