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Flood warning for Richmond and Wilsons Rivers
A deepening low pressure trough through the northeast of the state is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms during Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the State Emergency Service.
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16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence 2021
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day.
Cartoon of the week – 24 November, 2021
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Simon Kofe, foreign minister for the small Pacific nation of Tuvalu, brought a slice of reality to the COP26...
COVID update: a new Byron case, Aquarius and Community Support Accommodation
The Northern NSW Local Health District says there was one new case of COVID-19 was reported for NNSWLHD to 8pm, November 25. This case is located in the Byron Local Government Area, a traveller from outside the region and e is not associated with the Aquarius Backpackers.
Is it time to challenge the idea of Big Australia?
Premier Dominic Perrottet recently announced his intention to build a Big NSW. Much of this Big Population and Big Economy will be generated by a doubling of the state’s pre-covid migration intake.
Tweed Council Greens ticket is seeking to build on the current strengths
Dr Nola Firth has taken the helm of The Greens ticket for the Tweed Shire Council elections on 4...
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Mindful compassion and resilience workshop at Temple Byron
A workshop aimed at cultivating mindful compassion and resilience will be held on Saturday and Sunday October 13 and 14 at Temple Byron.
Men encouraged to discover more meaningful movement
The Art and Science of Meaningful Movement for Men’ is a one-day introduction to Dynamic Movement Therapy, with James Skalkos, being held on Sunday, September 30 in Mullumbimby.
Free workshops for Indigenous dancers and aspiring performers
Local Indigenous performers and aspiring performers are invited a fun, three-hour workshop with Bangarra Dance Theatre's dancer and choreographer Frances Rings and composer David Page.
Local News
Storms and rain for Tuesday and Wednesday in the Northern Rivers
The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) is predicting widespread thunderstorms and rain for the Northern Rivers.
Byron Echo
Byron candidates 2021 Q&A part 2
Buckle in, seats upright, and loosen the belt!
It’s time to see what candidates have to say – in full – about our collective issues...
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COVID update – Aquarius, Lismore sewage fragments and the South African variant
The Northern NSW Local Health District says there have been no new cases of COVID-19 reported in the 24 hours to 8pm 28 November, but, they are urging residents in the Lismore area to be alert for COVID-19 symptoms.
Byron LGA
Last chance for tickets to Byron Shire Council Meet the Candidates forum
Today is your last chance to get tickets to tonight’s Byron Shire Meet the Candidates forum in the Byron Theatre.
