NSWNMA Byron President Liz McCall on pay increase for nurses and midwives

We take a closer look at the New South Wales Government's recent pay deal for nurses and midwives, which has been described as the largest wage increase for the professions in decades. Mia Armitage spoke with NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association Byron Central Branch President Liz McCall about what…

Federal Member for Richmond Justine Elliot on the Federal Budget

We spoke with Federal Member for Richmond Justine Elliot about the Federal Budget and what it means for residents of the Northern Rivers. We will hear how the Budget's key measures are expected to affect local communities and what benefits people in the region can expect to see in the months ahead.…

The Byron Bay Sandhill Wetlands Project Wins National Award

We take a look at the Byron Bay Sandhills Wetlands restoration project, which has recently received national recognition after winning a category at the 2026 National Trust Heritage Awards. The project has been praised for its environmental, cultural and flood-mitigation benefits. We'll be speaking…

The only songwriting comp on the Northern Rivers is back

The only songwriting comp on the Northern Rivers is back featuring Bay FM Northern Rivers Music Box Producer/Presenter and BaySounds founder Ange Kent Reporter: Mia Armitage The BaySounds songwriting competition founded by volunteer Bay FM Northern Rivers Music Box producer/presenter Ange Kent r…

Longtime Bay FM volunteer nominated for national award

Longtime Bay FM volunteer nominated for national award features Bay FM Arts Canvass Producer/Presenter and creator of The Narratives Library Karena Wynn-Moylan and author Trent Dalton   Reporter: Mia Armitage Long-time Bay FM volunteer Arts Canvass producer and presenter Karena Wynn-Moylan has b…

Green Councillor Michelle Lowe discusses a Notice of Motion, calling for an independent study into the financial impacts of tourism on the region

We speak to Greens councillor Michelle Lowe from the Byron Shire Council. She will be discussing a Notice of Motion, calling for an independent study into the financial impacts of tourism on the region. If adopted, the proposal would see Council partner with a university to carry out a comprehensi…

Kylie Jacky speaks on Jali Local Aboriginal Land Council attending a United Nations summit

Mia Armitage speaks with Kylie Jacky, leader of Aboriginal Initiatives at the NSW Environment Protection Authority and serves as chairperson of the Jali Local Aboriginal Land Council. She discusses an upcoming international delegation, with eight members travelling to New York for a United Nations …

Former Australian Defence Force David Baikie on what Anzac Day means to him

We hear from former Australian Defence Force David Baikie, who reflects on his time in service and what ANZAC Day means to him today. He shares personal insights on remembrance, service and how perspectives on Anzac Day can shift over time. Reporter: Emma Setterfield-Smith  Image: David Baikie 

Dr. Georgia Moloney on a new approach to detecting trafficked wildlife

Tune FM’s Ash Taylor reports on a new approach to detecting trafficked wildlife hidden in shipping containers. He speaks with Dr.Georgia Moloney from the University of Adelaide about how sniffer dogs and air extraction technology are being used to help identify illegal wildlife shipments before the…

Sydney University Water Expert Ian Wright talks about MicroPlastics in the NSW waterways

We speak with Sydney University Water Expert Ian Wright about the growing concern of microplastics in NSW waterways. He breaks down where they’re coming from, what they mean for the environment and public health and what steps could help us move forward in tackling the issue. Reporter: Emma Sette…