Battle of Byron Shire as Mullumbimby hosts Byron Bay
It’s the Battle of Byron Shire in Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League this weekend, with competition leaders Byron Bay Red Devils taking on the Retravision Northern League premiers, Mullumbimby Giants, at Mullumbimby on Saturday.
Clashes between the two teams are always special, but Saturday’s game will be even more so.
‘Silent runner’ Peter Brown takes on Gold Coast half marathon
Would-be fitness aficionados hoping to find motivation to get off the couch might take inspiration from Ballina Athletics and Northern Rivers Hash House Harriers runner and Southern Cross University staffer Peter Brown.
The Lismore local and SCU purchasing/supply officer is preparing to take on a 21.1km run at the Gold Coast Marathon this weekend, the 18th time he has participated in the event.
15,000 expected to visit 2008 4WD Caravan Camping and Marine Show
Up to 15,000 people are expected to attend the 2008 4WD Caravan Camping and Marine Show from July 11-13 at Lismore Showground.
Check out all the details on the event website.
Australian Seabird Rescue to offer guided holiday tours
During the July school holidays (7th July to 21st July) Australian Seabird Rescue will be offering holiday-makers and locals a unique opportunity for a one-hour guided tour of its coastal education and wildlife rehabilitation centre on North Creek Road, Ballina.
Volunteer tour leaders will greet guests at the centre at 10am each day and guide visitors on an informative tour of the education centre, and the seabird and sea turtle rehabilitation hospital.
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