Netflix Gets Reality Check From Byron Bay Residents Opposing New Show By Carly Mayberry On 4/19/21 at 8:06 PM EDT The reality show Byron Baes, featuring social media influencers in a pristine coastal town, has caused chaos among the town's residents. Locals have started a petition signed by more than 6,000 people against the show being shot in the town. In addition, a "protest paddle-out" has been scheduled for April 20 via the town's Byron Bay Community Board page on Facebook. Locals, including musician and owner of The Byron Bay General Store Ben Gordon, remain dead set against a "multinational company that is trying to exploit the town's name when the community doesn't want it." Some area businesses, like the Byron Bay Café and local clothing stores, have refused to sign filming permits, keeping producers from recording footage on the premises.