Cooper’s Shoot Family Battles Python to Save Family Dog

A three metre Diamond Python wrapped itself around Baily the labradoodle’s body with only its head visible. Photo: News Ltd.
A three metre Diamond Python wrapped itself around Baily the labradoodle’s body with only its head visible. Photo: News Ltd.

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WHEN A three-metre diamond python decided to make a meal of their labradoodle puppy, the Korff family didn’t hesitate to take on the snake armed only with a broom, a beanbag and their bare hands.

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Bali Murder Trial: “Don’t Sacrifice” Byron Bay Mum Sara Connor

Sara listens to the translator during her trial. Photo: AAP
Sara listens to the translator during her trial. Photo: AAP

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LAWYERS DEFENDING Byron Bay mum Sara Connor against murder charges relating to the death of Balinese policeman Wayan Sudarsa have argued Sara should have at worst been charged with eliminating evidence or even that she should have been released with no charges.

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Blue Wren Golf Day to Help Prevent Domestic Violence

SUPPORT AT HAND: Marc Bright from All Abilities Golf with Jon Russell and Adrian Hanks from Blue Wren.
SUPPORT AT HAND: Marc Bright from All Abilities Golf with Jon Russell and Adrian Hanks from Blue Wren.

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THE BLUE WREN Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting  healthy family relationships and helping prevent family and domestic violence.

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Byron Bay-Based TripADeal Tops List of Australia’s 100 Fastest-Growing Companies

TripADeal co-founders Richard Johnston (left) and Norm Black at Byron Bay. Photo: Mark Lane.
TripADeal co-founders Richard Johnston (left) and Norm Black at Byron Bay. Photo: Mark Lane.

TripADeal, founded by Byron Bay shopkeepers Norm Black and Richard Johnston in 2011, has clocked average revenue growth of 401.7 per cent for the last three financial years to top The Australian Financial Review’s Fast 100 list, all while allowing staff to wear thongs to work.

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