From Island Childhood to Ocean Advocate When Jasmin Oceana was four years old, she was living on a small island in Thailand, swimming in the ocean every day just metres from her home. One question shaped her future: “What work would I have to do to be able to be with dolphins and whales every […]
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Timeless Design, Coastal Charm Photos Megan Mitchell, Open2View Serenita began with the shared vision of Steve and Annette McCure, long-time Tweed Coast locals and owners of the home. Steve led the construction, while Annette shaped its aesthetic and atmosphere, guided by a natural intuition for interiors and the family’s everyday life. For the McCures, Serenita […]
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Where Local Women Make a Big Difference The Women’s Giving Circle did not begin as a big campaign or a polished idea on paper. It began the way many good things do in the Northern Rivers: with a handful of women paying attention to what was happening around them, and deciding to do something practical […]
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Behind Sorella Kingscliff Words Ksenia Kozyreva Photos Jo Anderson Beneath the salt-kissed air and gentle light of Kingscliff, our story began with a love of beautiful things—items that tell stories, crafted with care. Over two and a half years, this small space has grown into something far more than a store. It has become a […]
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Show your presence, calm and joy By Sarita Johan Maybe you’ve felt it, the mix of celebration and pressure this time of year brings. The urge to finish strong, be present for others, and somehow keep your own balance in the process. Deadlines, overflowing inboxes, expectations at work and at home. It can be a […]
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Emily’s Expert Tips By Emily Edgecombe As the year draws to a close, whether it’s the work calendar winding down, family gatherings approaching, or the pressures of festive celebrations, stress often creeps in. Many of us notice prolonged tension, disrupted sleep, and low energy. Clinically, stress triggers the “fight or flight” response, bringing restricted breathing, […]
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Mesh, Music and Monkey Mischief In the Northern Rivers town of Uki, Tina Wilson and Matt Ottley are turning bath-time into big adventures. Their latest children’s picture book, The Messy Bath Monster, is a testament to what happens when imagination, patience, and a love of hand-crafted creativity collide. For Tina, the creative journey isn’t just […]
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Tweed’s Pink Icon, Turns the Page The Imperial Hotel, affectionately known as The Impy, has been part of Murwillumbah since 1931. Rising in salmon pink, it is one of the Tweed’s oldest pubs and a fine example of the region’s Art Deco architecture. Its history is as colourful as its exterior, having survived fires, rebuilds, […]
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Summer Rides, Picnic Vibes Sunshine, fresh air, and a sense of adventure—summer in the Tweed is made for exploring. Two local entrepreneurs, Britt, owner of Pedals and Picnics and Mick, owner of Valley eBikes, are making it unforgettable with their award-winning, sustainable businesses along the Northern Rivers Rail Trail. With a shared love of the […]
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Holiday Fun at Tweed Regional Gallery re/JOY is a major exhibition by Thai-born Australian artist, Vipoo Srivilasa, that honours and celebrates the multi-layered personal migration stories of people from all over the world who have made Australia home. Encapsulated in seven new 1.5 metre tall ceramic sculptures, are the stories and broken pieces of objects […]
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