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…

Cultural Affairs Minister Dr Anne Aly on the importance of multiculturalism

The Wire's Eduardo Jordan speaks with Multicultural Affairs Minister Dr Anne Aly about the importance of migrants opening businesses across Australia. It’s a conversation that highlights the role of multicultural communities in driving innovation, supporting local economies and shaping the country…

Ballina Shire Mayor Sharon Cadwallader tells us about Government proposals for Changes to the management of Crown land

Mia Armitage speaks with Ballina Shire Mayor Sharon Cadwallader about proposed government changes to the way Crown land is managed. It’s a conversation that looks at what these proposals could mean for local communities, public access and the future of shared spaces across the region. Reporter: M…

Department of Primary Industries Chris Weir tells us about thirteen new artificial reefs on the NSW Coastline, boosting marine life and fishing tourism

Chris Weir from the NSW Department of Primary Industries joins us to talk about the rollout of new artificial reefs on the NSW Coastline, designed to boost marine life and support local fishing tourism. The most recent structure has been placed off the Ballina Coastline, with the next reef planned…