Bundjalung woman and nationally acclaimed arts executive Rhoda Roberts AO has been posthumously recognised at the 2026 Luminas awards, following her passing in March.
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Posted inByron Shire, Lifestyle, Local festivals and shows
Geetanjali Shree and Trent Dalton lead the 30th Byron Writers Festival
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.
Posted inBallina, Feature, Fundraiser, Health, Parenting and kids
Big day out for Ballina families as Our Kids fundraiser returns
From SpongeBob to a real-life bravery story, Ballina’s Our Kids Day Out is back this Sunday.
Posted inAnimals, Feature, Kempsey, MidCoast, Port Macquarie
North Coast and Mid North Coast rehoming groups share in state funding boost
North Coast and Mid North Coast rehoming groups will share funding to improve care for vulnerable cats and dogs.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Entertainment, Feature, 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 inBeaches and Surf, Coffs Harbour
City of Coffs Harbour to retain in-house lifeguard service
Coffs Harbour will retain its in-house lifeguard service after reviewing an external proposal, citing strong community support and opportunities for improvement.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Travel
Coffs Harbour secures Qantas fare relief during Melbourne flight pause
Coffs Harbour travellers will receive fare protections and discounted flights as Qantas pauses direct Melbourne services for four weeks from May.
Posted inNSW Politics, Tourism, Travel
Survey shows surge in visitors to North Coast national parks
Visitor numbers to North Coast national parks are surging, with more than 6.8 million visits recorded last year.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Local News
North Coast surf clubs secure share of $5.45m funding boost
North Coast and Mid North Coast surf clubs will upgrade facilities after securing funding under the NSW Government’s $5.45 million Surf Club Facility Program.
Posted inByron Bay, Entertainment
Great Southern Nights expands to record program with strong regional focus
Great Southern Nights will return bigger than ever, with 320 artists performing across NSW, including northern hubs like Byron Bay and Boggabilla.