Community Newsroom
Community Newsroom
Resonating stories. Journalists from around the block, interstate and overseas.With no corporate interests and no government bias, when it comes to news, we put community interests first. Our stories come from you.Thanks to the Community Broadcasting Foundation for support. Facebook: @CommunityNewsroomNRN Got a tip? Email communitynewsroom@mail.com Anchor / Executive Producer: Mia Armitage Con…
Community Newsroom - 30 October 2026
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CN 23-10-26 - Concerns for Women in Politics Following Alleged Attack on Helen Haines; Beach Accessibility at Torakina; Stuttering Awareness Day
Join us for this week’s Community Newsroom, as we explore the growing concerns around the safety of women in politics following the alleged attack on Independent MP Helen Haines in Victoria. Closer to home, we head to Torakina Beach in Brunswick Heads to hear how free beach wheelchairs are making …
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Andrew Graeme-Cook on His Experience Using Torakina's Free Beach Wheelchairs
While Sue Stiron from Mullumbimby Rotary Club gave us an insight into how the initiative came together, Andrew Graeme-Cook spoke with The Community Newsroom to help better understand what access to this equipment means for people with mobility challenges. Andy shared his experience of using the wh…
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The Rotary Club of Mullumbimby on Making Our Local Beaches Accessible for Everyone
At Torakina Beach in Brunswick Heads, the Rotary Club of Mullumbimby is helping to make a change by providing free beach wheelchairs and other accessible equipment, giving more people the opportunity to enjoy the coastline. The Community Newsroom hears from Sue Stirton from the Rotary Club of Mull…
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A Landmark High Court Decision in the Hunter Valley
A landmark High Court decision involving a proposed fossil fuel project in the Hunter Valley has raised important questions about how environmental impacts are considered in planning decisions across Australia. Reporter: Emma Setterfield-Smith
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Mullumbimby Housing Proposal at 57 Station Street Sparks Community Opposition
A proposed housing development at 57 Station Street in Mullumbimby has sparked opposition from local residents, with concerns raised over drainage, flooding and the suitability of the site. The proposal by state-owned developer Landcom is due to go before the Northern Rivers Planning Panel on Mond…
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The Byron App founder Suzie Bradley discusses the launch of her new digital guide to Byron Bay
A new app is making it easier for locals and visitors to discover what’s happening around Byron Bay, from live music and markets to local businesses, restaurants and experiences. Created by Byron-based Adhere Marketing, The Byron App brings information together in one place, while helping local bus…
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Global Day for Gaza in Apex Park
Byron Bay has joined communities around the world in marking the Global Day for Gaza, with a rally held at Apex Park on Sunday. The event brought people together to show solidarity with Palestinians and call for stronger action from the Australian Government over the ongoing conflict. Community Ne…
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Greens Councillor Mandy Nolan on the importance of Reclaim the Night Lismore
Reclaim the Night has returned to Lismore, bringing the community together to raise awareness of violence against women and the importance of creating safer spaces. The event has been held in Lismore since 1988 and continues to provide an opportunity for people to speak out against gender-based vio…
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CN 16-10-26 - Development at 57 Station Street; The Byron App; Pre-Cop Climate Talks; New Discoveries in the Milky Way
Coming up on this week's show... We take a look at a new app helping locals and visitors discover more of Byron Bay, from live music and markets to local businesses and experiences. We also head to Mullumbimby, where a proposed housing development at 57 Station Street has sparked community opposi…
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