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3G networks phased out next week
The peak lobby group representing Australia's telecommunication industry announced last week it will phase out 3G networks in the region on 15 December.
Other News
New wave of antisocial behaviour hits SGB
Drug use, fights, vandalism, destruction of property, and violent intimidation of locals sitting in their homes.
New local whisky aged in viognier casks
The third whisky released by local distillers Brookies, Viognier Cask has a deep hue and is said to have...
Solo exhibition by Judi Reynolds-Baxter
A solo exhibition of works by international and local artist Judi Reynolds-Baxter will be held at the Byron Bay Service Club this Saturday to raise funds for the Middle Earth Gardens Animal Sanctuary at Ewingsdale. There will be art for sale, monster raffles and a performance by percussion vocal group, Agapanthus.
Local Pararoo ready for the World Cup
Local Benny Roche played with the Australian Pararoos in the recent Asia-Oceania Championships in Melbourne, and has helped the...
Reflections yet to adhere to court orders
NSW government-run corporation, Reflections, is yet to fulfil court orders around its management at the Terrace Holiday Park in Brunswick Heads, despite a settlement being reached with Byron Council in the Land & Environment Court in 2021.
Industrial relations reform bill passes parliament
New industrial relations laws have passed NSW parliament today, which the government says will create the structure needed to deliver meaningful improvements to wages and conditions for hundreds and thousands of workers in the state.
Stories about "The Cove":
Ballina battered by flood
While the devastation is not as widespread as Lismore, Ballina is also counting the cost of inundation in recent days. Water came through Danny Singh's restaurant The Cove while he was stuck at home.
Healing hearts fundraiser at The Cove
There are a few tickets left for a special fundraising luncheon this Sunday, 6 December, to help victims of domestic violence in Ballina.
The Cove helping out during the pandemic
Most restaurants are doing it tough and the owners of The Cove restaurant in Ballina say they have experienced a downturn in business. Yet, it that hasn’t stopped them from providing free meals to people experiencing tough times.
Local News
Overseas nurses move to Northern Rivers to fill healthcare shortage
Sixty registered nurses from the United Kingdom (UK) and Ireland are to join the Northern New South Wales Local Health District (NNSWLHD) before the start of next year’s clinical year.
Political Comment
Labor’s hypocrisy on climate undimmed
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Last week the Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, delivered the Albanese Government's second annual Climate Change Statement, claiming major progress in emissions reduction while the numbers continue to scream that the opposite is true.
Local News
Fatal two-vehicle crash – Richmond PD
Just after 7pm Thursday, 30 November 2023, emergency services responded to reports of a two-vehicle crash along the Pacific Highway, Woodburn, about 35km south of Lismore.
National News
Move Beyond Coal turning up heat on government
Move Beyond Coal says it will be staging protests at Labor MP offices around the country over the next week to 'turn up the heat' on the government to stop approving climate-wrecking coal and gas projects.
