Byron Bay Triathlon

The Byron Bay Triathlon is a fun and challenging race that sees triathletes travel far and wide to compete. Spending a long weekend in beautiful Byron Bay is undoubtedly all part of the attraction!

Bangalow & Mullumbimby Country Shows

It’s showtime again on the far north coast of New South Wales! Mullumbimby Show is in the calendar for the weekend of the 10th, 11th, and 12th of November, while the Bangalow Show will take place

Get your property ready for sale this spring.

As the real estate spring selling season kicks in, you may be thinking about listing your property for sale. And if you decide that now is the time to enter the market and find the perfect spring

Byron Bay Ocean Swim a Daily Event

Every morning at 8 am, a group of hardy folk gather on the Byron Bay Surf Club deck. Some carry goggles, snorkels, and fins, but most just sport swimmers as they troop along the beach toward the Byron Lighthouse until they reach The Pass

How To Succeed At A Tree Change

Here are some handy hints that will help make sure this huge change in lifestyle kicks off to a positive start. Every day the team at Ed Silk Byron Bay take calls from people who are thinking about relocating to Byron. The dream is real, but if you’re thinking of making a move

In the spotlight: Byron Bay Tea Company

Byron Bay Tea Company was born out of Sarita Merlo’s passion for the medicinal power of tea and the healing magic that emanates from the land around Byron Bay. A naturopath, herbalist, and tea enthusiast, Sarita has delighted health-conscious…

How the Danish concept of hygge can help you through lockdown.

If you’re not familiar with the Danish idea of “hygge”, it’s an attitude that focuses on embracing the small things in life and taking the time to appreciate them. Pronounced “hoo-gah”, this philosophy is central to the Danish way of being. And it’s…

Is now the right time to downsize?

The recent property price rise in Byron Bay might have led you to wonder if now’s the time to sell up and buy something smaller. Whether this is the right move for you is down to your own particular situation. But if you

2020. What a year!

We’re almost at the finishing line of a year when “unprecedented” events just kept on coming. From horrific bushfires to a global pandemic, the speed and enormity of change has tested us all. Hopes and plans might have been put on hold. But

Creative industries make Byron Bay even better

City-born creatives have been making their way north to Byron Bay for a while now. Many come because they’re looking for a change of pace—a simpler life without the traffic. A life where you surf before work, ride your bike

What is it about Byron Bay?

Byron Bay has long been attracting people who want to get away from it all. From weekends away from busy city lives, to longer stints to try the slower pace on for size; it’s fair to say, Byron Bay appeals to a whole

Suffolk Park – Byron Bay’s Best Kept Secret

Life in Suffolk Park is Byron locals best kept secret – its tree lined streets are named after local Byron Bay identities and it’s been said that the majority of Byron Bay residents choose to live in this area. It has everything that’s

How to unwind in Byron Bay in 24 hours: A Locals Guide

By the Ed Silk Team People the world over have heard of Byron Bay, and for good reason. Local building covenants preventing high rises and over-development has ensured Byron Bay has retained its beach town charm and reputation for an escape from the

The Ultimate Moving Checklist

Moving into a new home is an exciting time, but it’s also no light touch when it comes to the stress levels. Without prior planning and research, the number of tasks you need to complete to ensure your move goes off without a

North Coast Cultural Feast

There is way more to the North Coast of NSW than sun, sand and beautiful beaches…yes sirrreee…we are a total cultural hot spot. Sooo what better way to kick off for November than to keep you informed of what’s on offer.

8 Ways to Spring-ify Your Home

Well, it’s almost that time of year again. You know the one, you’ve been hibernating all through winter, snuggling up on the couch under a blanket, cosying up and getting comfy in your cocoon (that’s code for home). And then it’s spring! Lovely,

Wategos Beach French Connection

Byron Bay is such a bustling little town in the middle of a growth phase that it can sometimes be hard to imagine that it was ever any other way. And Wategos is such an integral enclave to Byron Bay it’s also hard

Tiny Houses For Byron Bay Real Estate

There’s lots of reasons to buy a tiny house, particularly when you have Byron Bay real estate. Plenty of people in the region need granny flats, want accommodation on their property or simply want to live small for environmental reasons.

The Latest Trends In Sustainable Homes

Living in the Northern Rivers we have access to water, sunshine and good soil. Utilising these natural resources while not wasting them, is key to sustainable living.

How To Succeed At A Tree Change

Throughout the year Byron Bay real estate agents speak to a number of ‘city folk’ yearning to move to the quieter climes of our seaside and hinterland haven. The dream is real but do you have a plan in place to make it

Find A Beach Side Bargain Near Byron Bay

A beach side home is the great Australian dream. A home where you can take a walk down to the ocean, perhaps go for a surf, but still be within reach of schools, transport and shops. For some that dream may seem out of reach but there’s still great suburbs to invest in within driving distance of Byron Bay. So for your stake in the great Aussie dream, take a look at the suburbs we’ve listed below.

Summer in Byron Bay

It’s Summer in Byron Bay and the weather is beautiful.  I’m sure it is set to be a busy season with the town already buzzing and most accommodation for the summer season being close to booked out.