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In this episode, we sit down with Tony Cross, a passionate educator, and Principal at the Byron Bay Community School. Tony's journey to teaching began far from the beaches of Byron—he grew up in the rural town of Goondiwindi, Queensland, where childhood freedom shaped his values and perspective on life. 

After studying at UNE University in Armidale and then moving to Sydney for work, Tony made a life-changing decision in 2017 to call Bangalow home. Tony opens up about the moment he realised he wanted to be a teacher, sharing insights into why the profession is so rewarding. 

In a world dominated by technology, Tony reflects on the challenges young people face in developing real-world communication skills and why he believes meaningful conversations are more important than ever. He also shares his thoughts on leadership, connecting with nature—especially the beach and ocean—and the history of the Byron Bay Community School.

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