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…Social links:
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Community Newsroom - 21 August 2026
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Rising Petrol Prices and Australia's new refinery
Petrol prices are rising across Australia as temporary fuel excise relief comes to an end, putting renewed pressure on motorists and businesses. At the same time, the Federal and Western Australian governments are exploring plans for a new oil refinery as Australia looks to strengthen its fuel secu…
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Illegal Channel Dug at Tallow Creek
Byron Shire Council is warning the community not to interfere with Tallow Creek after an illegal channel was dug between the lagoon and the ocean. The council says artificially opening the entrance can have serious environmental consequences, including large-scale fish kills and could attract fine…
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Nationwide Rallies to Save Brumbies
Supporters of Australia’s wild brumbies gathered in Ballina as part of a nationwide campaign opposing the aerial culling of wild horses in Kosciuszko National Park. The rally called for greater consultation with communities, Traditional Owners, rehomers and sanctuaries over how brumby populations …
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Byron Writers Festival CEO Jessica Alice on upcoming events
The Byron Writers Festival is almost here, bringing three days of conversations, events and activities to the Northern Rivers. From breakfast sessions and a dedicated kids program to publishing workshops and a live book launch, there’s plenty on offer across the festival. Roderick Chambers spoke …
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Save Wallum Campaign waits for Federal Decision
The Northern Rivers community is being invited back to Wallum in Brunswick Heads this weekend, as the campaign to protect the ecologically significant site continues. With a Federal Court decision on Wallum’s future expected soon, campaigners, Traditional Owners, scientists, volunteers and local r…
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CN 07-08-26 Save Wallum Campaign; AIRWAVES 2026; Nordic Film Festival; Social Prescribing
On this week’s Community Newsroom, we head to Brunswick Heads for the latest on the Save Wallum campaign as the community gathers ahead of an anticipated Federal Court decision. We also explore the life and legacy of acclaimed Swedish filmmaker Bo Widerberg as the Nordic Film Festival arrives in B…
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CN 31-07-26 Wild Brumbie Rallies; Rising Petrol Prices; Illegal Channel Tallow Creek; Donate Life Week
On this week’s Community Newsroom, we look at Byron Shire Council’s warning after an illegal channel was dug between Tallow Creek and the ocean and head to Ballina where locals are rallying to protect Australia’s wild brumbies. We also explore new research linking tree canopy to better mental heal…
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Byron local Ragna Gilmore on her organisation 'Sustain:Ed' and its impact in Uganda
Local educator Ragna Gilmore is the founder of Sustain:Ed, an organisation working with schools in Uganda to deliver sustainability education. She says giving children practical environmental knowledge and skills can help prepare them for the future. We hear from Ragna about her work and why she …
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