‘Refreshing’: Byron council more diverse than ever
For the first time, there are more women on Byron Shire Council than men, with mayor Sarah Ndiaye saying the gender diversity would have positive impacts on decision making in the community.
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‘Lazy Crown land’: Retained mayor points to pods in housing crisis
Northern NSW coastal town Ballina is no longer the sleepy hideaway it used to be, with people coming in droves. Re-elected Mayor Sharon Cadwallader has some ideas on how to house all the new arrivals.
Byron council still puzzled after water problem shuts popular pool
Mullumbimby’s Petria Thomas Swimming Pool has reopened – but mystery still surrounds the closure of the much-loved Byron Shire landmark.
Bruns goes full Byron: Trendy $5m development given green light
An upmarket mixed-use commercial and residential precinct has been approved for a sleepy coastal town just up the road from Byron Bay. See the plans.
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Leaders speak out on ‘regional inequity beyond comprehension’
The NSW Government has provided $1.3 million in funding towards helping people experiencing homelessness in the Byron Shire, but local leaders say it’s not enough.
Council’s hopes for full flood flush with flash new pump
Construction has commenced on a new stormwater pump on the North Coast, a move set to allay flooding fears for residents – but a local business owner says the flash project can’t flush all the problems away.
Protesters cheer court win: ‘Didn’t happen on the Harbour Bridge’
A group of seven Byron Shire protesters arrested during a rally at the contentious Wallum development site have had charges largely thrown out in court. Here’s what happened.
Mystery still surrounds mould outbreak in new $723m hospital
There has been a mould outbreak on the tiles in the new Tweed hospital – but the exact location of the mould remains unknown. Will it impact the hospital’s opening, which is just weeks away?
‘100 per cent rise’ in North Coast town’s break-in, steal offences
A Ballina Shire Councillor has spoken up about the “worrying” increase in break-ins and youth crime in the Northern Rivers – while police urge the public to check their CCTV footage. Here’s the latest.
‘Felt rejected’: Veteran opens up on returning home, dangers of war
A North Coast Vietnam War veteran has opened up on the dangers of guerilla warfare and tactics used to ensure survival. Upon returning home, he didn’t get the welcome party he was expecting.
Murder accused to defend charges in brutal bashing trial
A man accused of the horrific bashing death of Steven Hadley Ponton on the state’s North Coast will defend the charges at trial. Here’s the latest from court.
FLASHBACK: 60+ pics of Byron Bay’s nightclubbing scene
While tourist haven Byron Bay is well-known for its mellow vibe, it also dials it up when it comes to dropping it on the dancefloor. Take a trip down memory lane with some of the town’s wildest clubbing pics.
Beyond ‘t*ts and a**e’: The Byron hotel ditching the celeb vibe
A new boutique hotel in the heart of Byron Bay is aiming not to be “Insta-famous” – with the owner planning to stand distinct from recognised celebrity haunts with a discreet, traditional vibe.
PHOTOS: Bluesfest 2024
Revellers have well and truly settled in to the fun and festivities of Byron Bay Bluesfest 2024. SEE THE PICTURES FROM DAY 3.
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