Byron Writers Festival is set to return to Byron Bay from Friday 14 to Sunday 16 August 2026, with today marking the unveiling of the first group of authors confirmed for the program, alongside a limited release of three-day passes.
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Posted inAgribusiness, Environment
Climate concern rising in regional Australia, poll finds
Climate concern is rising in regional Australia, with most residents backing renewables and blaming energy companies for high power bills.
Posted inCrime, Port Macquarie
Van fire at police station linked to wave of alleged break-ins across Port Macquarie
A seized van goes up in flames inside a police station car park as a man is hit with more than 30 charges over a string of alleged break-ins.
Posted inGrants and funding, Lismore, MidCoast
North Coast, Mid North Coast projects share in $6.4m community grants program
North Coast communities are set to benefit from new funding for disaster readiness, community hubs and sporting facilities under a $6.4 million NSW grants program.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Entertainment, Grafton
Chloe Marks & The Mayhem drop ‘Ayodele’ — a raw, one-take studio performance a decade in the making
Chloe Marks & The Mayhem release ‘Ayodele’, a raw one-take track over a decade in the making. Read more here.
Posted inLocal News, Transport and Freight
Major reforms proposed to strengthen rural freight sector and boost productivity
The livestock transport industry is pushing for national reforms to cut red tape, boost workforce capacity and improve freight efficiency.
Posted inNorthern Rivers
World-class observatory officially opens at Mallanganee
A new observatory in the Northern Rivers is set to boost ‘dark sky’ tourism, with the Mallanganee Observatory–Lookout officially opening atop the Richmond Range.
Posted inAgriculture, Clarence Valley, Northern Rivers, Richmond Valley
Nationals call for urgent action on feral pig surge in Northern Rivers
Nationals MPs are urging urgent government action as feral pig populations surge, causing widespread damage to farms across the Richmond and Clarence valleys.
Posted inAwards, Health, Local News
Call for nominations for 2026 Healing Heart Award
Public nominations are now open for the 2026 Healing Heart Award, recognising outstanding nurses and midwives across Northern NSW for compassionate, high-quality care.
Posted inFire, Local News
North Coast, Mid North Coast targeted in bushfire hazard reduction push
A new state government taskforce is targeting high-risk areas as part of a broader push to accelerate hazard reduction and strengthen bushfire preparedness.