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2022 flood data
The fact that the ‘2022 flood data will not be incorporated’ is appalling, incompetent!
As a professional engineer (PE) who...
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Waiting for Assange
A major turning point in his son’s freedom campaign only twelve days away, John Shipton exuded calm and at times, joy, during an intimate forum in Mullumbimby last week.
Top-down planning failing, says Greens MP
Data released by the NSW government on its key housing policy, the Transport Oriented Development and State Environment Planning Policy, has come under intense criticism from planning experts.
The Toad, the Whale and the Sun
Filmmaker and environmental activist Dean Jefferys will be hosting the world premiere of his epic feature documentary The Toad, the Whale and the Sun, at the Byron Community Centre on Friday, 31 May at 5pm and again at 8pm, with a panel discussion and Q+A after both screenings.
Freemasonry looks to its future
Meet the Freemasonry Grand PooBah of Lodge Cavanbah in Byron Bay, Nick Towers.
Byron Shire sees biggest increase in rough sleepers
Byron Shire topped the state with a 16 per cent increase in rough sleepers, but the count also showed significant increases in numbers across Tweed, Ballina and Lismore shires.
Hola Amigxs!
Organisers are really excited to announce the second installment of the Mahico Festival at the home of the Blues Festival, The Green Room, on Saturday, June 8, over the King’s birthday long weekend.
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Government wanting advice from young people
Applications are now open for the 2025 NSW Youth Advisory Council. The NSW government says young people aged 12-24 years who are passionate about advocating for issues that affect them are encouraged to apply.
Disaster recovery needs to meet children’s needs: report
Children and young people living in the region’s temporary emergency pod villages have been exposed to community and domestic violence, drug-affected residents, and arguments between neighbours, a year long study has found.
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National Service
I have to say that having been conscripted into the army in 1970 I couldn’t disagree more with Peter Walters and those that advocate...
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Death wish
Money that should be spent on decarbonisation is being spent on catastrophe repairs. We are putting out the fire with gasoline.
Sapoty Brook, Main Arm
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Byron Shire tops NSW for homelessness
The latest data from the NSW government’s 2024 Street Count has revealed a stark and troubling reality for Byron Bay, which now accounts for the largest number of rough sleepers in NSW. Byron Community Centre says this highlights the urgent need for support for local homeless services like Fletcher Street Cottage.
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Justine Elliot talks up federal budget
Richmond MP Justine Elliot says the Albanese Labor Government’s 2024 budget provides cost of living relief for people on the North Coast and invests in a future made in Australia.
