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Their relationship began as a whirlwind romance but soon became engulfed in emotional stress.

Byron psychedelic guru accused of choking ‘spiritual healer’

Tempers allegedly flared when the “alchemical storyteller” and his then partner began discussing a sexually charged internet meme.

  • Clare Sibthorpe

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Marine Parade, Byron Bay

Five-level Byron Bay mansion on prized strip gets a $25m discount

A brand-new residence on an exclusive street hit the market in March with a guide of $75 million, but other offers are now invited.

  • Kristy Johnson
Sunshine Beach

The four coastal towns more expensive than Byron Bay

There are regional spots more expensive than blue-chip Byron Bay, but tight supply and enduring brand power are helping it stage a comeback.

  • Sarah Webb
Marine Parade is now one of Australia’s most exclusive residential streets.

I grew up in Byron Bay. It was nothing like you might imagine

Byron Bay was the epitome of small town, blue-collar Australia, albeit one with very nice beaches. And no one was rich.

  • Craig Tansley
Hide’s 12-metre mineral pool.

New adults-only Byron stay attracts the beautiful people (and the rest of us)

Arriving at Hide is like wandering into someone’s luxury home, with its 12-metre mineral pool, intimate UV sauna and ice bath in the backyard.

  • Damien Woolnough
Ben Reed, Jonny Lai and Kelton Lee SKEGSS and are among the many Bluesfest acts set to play local pubs in the Byron area after the festival was cancelled.

‘Lemonade out of lemons’: The Bluesfest stars playing Byron pubs following festival collapse

Businesses and fans are hoping for a fun and profitable weekend despite the implosion of the beloved event.

  • Nick Galvin
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Boiled egg on spelt sourdough toast at Happy Days cafe.

Happy Days

Spelt sourdough bread is the star at this Byron cafe.

  • David Matthews
Top Shop's brekkie burger.

Everything to eat and drink in Byron Bay, starting with this brekkie burger

From Ballina prawn rolls to hibachi-grilled skewers and all-you-can-eat oysters, here are all the Good Food-approved eats in Byron Bay.

  • David Matthews
Artists impression of the Bonobo by Raes development in Byron Bay.

Empire under pressure: Catalano’s son scrambles for new lender to save luxury Byron project

The fallout from assault allegations against the media mogul continues, with his name also being removed from a slew of corporate registers.

  • Lucy Macken
Jed “Chode” Gordon has pleaded guilty to sexual intercourse with an underage girl.

‘An open secret’: Member of Parkway Drive’s inner circle admits sex with child

The conviction of a close associate of one of Australia’s most successful bands has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit hardcore music scene.

  • Perry Duffin and John Buckley