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Strong opposition to detention basins
Our communities don’t want Hogan’s dams. That has been the message loud and clear since the release of the final CSIRO Richmond River catchment flood mitigation report on 30th June. For an absurd proposal with so little social licence, how did we get here? The floodwaters had barely receded from the most devastating flood in…
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2026 Cannabis Cup and Hashish Dish wrap up
On a gloriously sunny winter’s day in July, the legendary Nimbin Cannabis Cup and Hashish Dish rolled out once again, marking what some whisper is the 28th derby of the green gods. This year, the gods were clearly smiling, as a record-breaking squad of about 50 seasoned (and admittedly enthusiastic) judges gathered to partake in…
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The Channon Craft Market marks its 50th anniversary
In 1976, a small group of locals came together with a simple idea: create a place where the community could gather, share their skills and creativity, and celebrate the things they made, grew and produced. What began as a humble village market soon became much more than that. It became a meeting place for people…
