The Bangalow Herald

From the Editor

Our town is mourning the loss of a local man killed in a tragic hit-and-run – a moment that has jarred the rhythm of our days and reminded us all how fragile life can be. In a place where we know each other by name, such sudden grief leaves us struggling for words.
A terrible thing happened to a well-loved man, and now a whole community, including your own friends or family are suffering – which is only a fraction of the torment Paul Campton’s family is going through.
Holding out from the truth is not strength. But sharing what you know about this accident is the ultimate sign of courage. Be brave.
These are not easy times, but they are not without hope.

The Byron Writers Festival returns with its promise to ask the big questions. It’s an opportunity for all of us to think more deeply about justice, community, connection, and what it means to be human in difficult times.
Elsewhere in these pages, we explore the quiet impact of a local music therapist, whose work brings joy and connection in places beyond words. We also celebrate the extraordinary promise of a young pianist whose talent speaks volumes about what the future might sound like, even as the present asks us to pause and listen.
After a long process, we can finally reveal that the Herald has received funding to strengthen our publication and pool of talent to support its future. We are reminded that storytelling matters and is particularly important at a local, regional level.
And so, we are looking for fresh voices of all ages to share stories that reflect life in the hinterland. Through funded training places and individual mentoring with our experienced team, we hope to nurture diverse new local talent of all ages, both writers and photographers.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you editor@bangalowherald.com.au

Sally Schofield

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