Byron Central Hospital is seeking volunteers for a new Healthcare Helper program supporting patients, families and nursing staff locally.
Byron Shire
Posted inAwards, Byron Shire, Good News
The Echo celebrates 40 years of independent voice, community and connection
The Byron Echo is preparing to celebrate a major milestone this June, marking 40 years of independent community journalism with a special anniversary event that editor Aslan Shand says is both a reflection on its roots and a commitment to the future of local media.
Posted inByron Shire, Grants and funding, Lismore, Tourism
Councils, MP, vow to keep fighting after Rail Trail funding rejection
Northern Rivers leaders say they remain committed to completing the rail trail despite a federal funding application for the next stage of the project being rejected.
Posted inByron Bay, Health
Community at heart of Byron Central Hospital’s 10-year milestone
Byron Central Hospital celebrated 10 years of community healthcare, recognising staff, volunteers and local support across the region.
Posted inByron Bay, Health
Community invited to celebrate Byron Central Hospital’s 10-year anniversary
The community is invited to celebrate Byron Central Hospital’s 10-year anniversary at a special event on Wednesday.
Posted inArts, Local festivals and shows, Mullumbimby
First Northern Rivers Fibre Festival to weave creativity and community together
The Northern Rivers’ growing fibre arts community will come together later this month for the very first Northern Rivers Fibre Festival
Posted inByron Bay, Roads and Infrastructure
New bridge opens on Old Bangalow Road
The NSW Government has completed a major upgrade of the Old Bangalow Road rail bridge in Byron Bay, improving safety and access for motorists and pedestrians.
Posted inAnimals, Bangalow, What's on
Furry Friends Festival returns to Bangalow for a paw-fect day out
Pets and their people are set to take centre stage later this month, with the much-loved Furry Friends Festival returning to the Bangalow Showgrounds on Saturday 30 May.
Posted inBrunswick Heads, Environment, Indigenous, What's on
Film screening to spark dingo debate in the Northern Rivers
A community conversation around one of Australia’s most misunderstood animals is set to take centre stage in the Northern Rivers this month, with Defend the Wild hosting a special screening event at the Brunswick Picture House on May 17.
Posted inByron Bay, Tweed Heads
Investigation continues after fatal Chinderah crash
Two young men have died after a car left the road and hit a tree on the NSW far north coast, following an earlier collision with two other vehicles near Chinderah.