Tag: byron bay
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WILD WEATHER EATS AWAY AT BYRON BAY’S SHORELINE
Relentless, eroding surf has eaten away its banks – now, the true damage to Byron Bay’s shoreline is becoming a growing concern among the community. Discussions between council and Crown Land continue, as they decide how to tackle the problem.
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HEAVY RAINFALL AND STRONG WINDS TEAR BYRON BAY’S BEACH AWAY
Communities in northern New South Wales have been forced to contend with wild weather – and forecasters say it’s far from over. Today, Byron Bay bore the brunt of nature’s fury – as conditions combined to wreak havoc along the town’s famous coastline.
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CONTROVERSIAL WEST BYRON DEVELOPMENT RECEIVES THE GREEN LIGHT
Stage one of the controversial West Byron development on Ewingsdale Road has been given the green light in the Land and Environment Court. In a partial victory for the Byron Residents’ Group, developers ‘NSPT Pty Ltd’ has agreed to nearly half the number of residential lots from 282 to 149. “We’re still waiting for the…
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COUNCIL CONFIRMS DELAYED OPENING FOR BYRON BAY’S BYPASS
Protests, Queensland’s border closure and environmental concerns have led to the delayed completion of the multi-million-dollar Byron Bay Bypass. The project was due to open to motorists before Christmas but council now says it won’t be ready until February.
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POLICE PLEA | HAVE YOU SEEN MISSING TEEN KYLE CURRIE?
Officers are continuing their appeal for the public’s help to find Far North Coast teenager Kyle Currie. The 17-year-old was reported missing from Byron Bay after he failed to attend appointments. Police hold serious concerns for Kyle’s welfare. Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers. (NO AUDIO)
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BYRON’S BAY LANE TO CLOSE TO TRAFFIC 5PM-5AM FROM DECEMBER 5
Bay Lane in Byron Bay will soon be closed to traffic between 5pm and 5am every day. From December 5, cars will be blocked from entering or exiting the laneway, as it transforms into a communal space for pedestrians only. Construction has begun to install bollards that will automatically rise and lower at restricted access…
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COVID-SAFE SUMMER: BYRON BAY COUNCIL AND POLICE LAUNCH NEW CAMPAIGN
With Byron Bay set to be a top tourist destination this summer, council and local police are taking extra precautions to keep the community safe. Rolling out a COVID campaign today – in true Byron fashion.
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400 PEOPLE ATTENDED ILLEGAL BUSH DOOF IN BYRON BAY
Around 400 people flocked to a wildlife park in Byron Bay last night, for an illegal bush doof. Police were called to the National Parks and Wildlife Bird Sanctuary, at Belongil Creek, just after midnight. The party was shut down and a 26-year-old woman was charged with drug possession. (NO VIDEO)
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BYRON BAY CRICKET CLUB DEBUTS LONG-AWAITED TURF WICKET
It’s been a day close to four decades in the making for Byron Bay’s Cricket Club. The team debuting its turf wicket at the Cavanbah Centre in a first-grade clash against Tintenbar-East Ballina this afternoon.
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LIQUOR & GAMING NSW PLEASED WITH NORTH COAST VENUE BEHAVIOUR
A week into its covert compliance blitz, Liquor and Gaming NSW says its pleased with how venues are managing the schoolies inundation. Inspectors are targeting COVID compliance as well as responsible service of alcohol and underage drinking on premises in Byron Bay, Ballina and Kingscliff. “There’s been a bit of a trend I guess in…