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Tell us what you think about The Bangalow Herald

The Bangalow Herald is inviting all readers to share their thoughts on this little publication by completing a short online questionnaire. As a thank you for your time, we are offering one lucky survey responder a double three-daypass to this year’s Byron Writers Festival held in our majestic Showgrounds and surrounds. See opposite page for more details on getting festival-ready for this year’s event.

To have your say on The Herald, visit surveymonkey.com/r/XWZG6QW

Entries close midnight 30 July.

As a health worker, I’m all too aware of the risks to the mental health and wellbeing of young people who are LGBTQIA+. Allyship takes many forms, and I wanted a visible indicator that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Telling people about it is a small step towards advocacy.

In every conversation I’ve had about the Pride Palm, people have told me that even a small public display of support can foster greater understanding, kindness, and respect. A little bit of paint on a palm tree is my small way of showing that everyone is welcome in Bangalow.