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Lifesavers ready for weekend heatwave

Severe and extreme heatwave warnings are currently in place for most of NSW, with volunteer lifesavers and lifeguards out in full force to meet the expected surge in coastal visitors looking to beat the heat. 
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Blue Knob crash claims life

Police say a man died following a crash at Blue Knob, about 30km north of Lismore.
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Police pursuit in Tanglewood ends with crash, driver in critical condition

A critical incident investigation has commenced, say NSW Police, after a man was injured during a pursuit in the Northern Rivers yesterday (Thursday).
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Who made the north coast high achiever HSC list?

The grades are in for HSC students across the state, and the NSW education department supplied the names of those from the northern rivers who topped the state.    
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Mullumbimby’s carpark ‘sold for $1’ for housing

Freedom of information documents released to The Echo have revealed that Byron Shire Council (BSC) agreed with government development agency Landcom to sell the much-used Mullumbimby car park at 57 Station Street to a yet-to-be confirmed community housing provider (CHP) for $1. Council will also get units under the deal.
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Mandy Nolan

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Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: The Things People Say

People have said some crazy shit about me, but the other day a friend told me a friend of his had advised him not to vote for me in the last election because I was in the Illuminati. How bizarre. I am a member of the Greens and the Bangalow CWA, but that’s the extent of my covert memberships.
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General Interest

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As report highlights dangerous climate warning for Australia IPC rejects reopening Redbank Power Station

The Independent Planning Commission (IPC) has rejected Verdant Earth Technologies’ biomass power plans at Redbank Power Station on the same day the government released the country's first National Climate Risk Assessment which highlighted Australians are at risk from more frequent and severe flooding, cyclones, heatwaves, droughts and bushfires. 
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The Living Lab helping researchers get to net zero

The CSIRO has launched the National Energy Analysis Centre – which is vital new research infrastructure to support, accelerate and de-risk Australia’s complex energy transition.  
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Activists occupy Forestry Corp building

Eight women from around northern NSW have attached themselves to the entrance and rooftop of the Forestry Corporation’s office in Park Avenue, Coffs Harbour.
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Entertainment

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Arias a global phenomenon

Patagonian electronic music artist, Ezequiel Arias took an intensive course in electronic music production and composition with Kevin Di Serna in 2013 – Di Serna proved to be a great influence.
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Eclectic Selection for the week beginning 3 December 2025

Eclectic Selection: What’s on this week is a taste of some of the events that can be found in the Byron Shire and beyond this coming week.
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Retrospective

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The end of fun: David Lovejoy concludes the story of the The Echo’s early years

While the drama of general manager Max Eastcott’s departure was playing out, The Echo passed its tenth birthday, and we marked the jubilee with a fourth awards night.
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Local News

Lifesavers ready for weekend heatwave

Severe and extreme heatwave warnings are currently in place for most of NSW, with volunteer lifesavers and lifeguards out in full force to meet the expected surge in coastal visitors looking to beat the heat. 
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I’m dreaming of a kind Christmas

Driving around Byron Shire I’ve been oohing and ahhing at the stunning display of poincianas and native Illawarra flame trees this year. There have been more flowers and intense colours than I’ve ever seen before.
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Articles & Columns

Should governments be brave?

Is it better to do something difficult and risk falling on your face, go backwards or do nothing at all? That’s a question for everyone, including our political leaders.
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Mullumbimby’s carpark ‘sold for $1’ for housing

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Freedom of information documents released to The Echo have revealed that Byron Shire Council (BSC) agreed with government development agency Landcom to sell the much-used Mullumbimby car park at 57 Station Street to a yet-to-be confirmed community housing provider (CHP) for $1. Council will also get units under the deal.
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Community raises over $100,000 to keep Bangalow Bowlo in community hands

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The fate of the Bangalow Bowlo could be decided by the outcome of a major club amalgamation deal 50 kilometres up the road, Byron Shire Council has heard.
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Vale Uncle Ydo, Lawrence Anthony Walter Miles

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The Northern Rivers community is mourning the loss of a beloved Elder, cultural protector, and political activist Lawrence Anthony Walter Miles, affectionately known to many as Uncle Ydo.
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Letters

Curious about SEP

Byron Echo Vicki Henricks, Byron Bay  - 0
The results of Council’s own community consultation clearly showed overwhelming opposition to establishing a Special Entertainment Precinct (SEP) in...
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Byron’s NRRT funding

Byron Echo Tim Shanasy, Byron Bay - 0
The funding application process for the Northern Rivers Rail Trail (NRRT) within our Byron Shire has seen significant hold-ups,...
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Have your say on SEP

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Last week’s letters was again filled with very well composed questions and expressions of dismay with the controversy surrounding...
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Planning alerts

Byron Echo Suzie Deyris, Byron Bay  - 0
With the NSW government now allowing developers to bypass councils for large housing projects, it’s more important than ever...
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Shared spaces

Byron Echo Stroma Lawson, Byron Bay - 0
Thanks to George Graham’s letter last week for his reminder that the stormwater drain emptying into Clarkes Beach is...
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Mullum parking fines part II

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To Scott Hyams (Mullum parking fines, Echo, 10 December) – I too have been in receipt of such a...
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Local News

Police pursuit in Tanglewood ends with crash, driver in critical condition

A critical incident investigation has commenced, say NSW Police, after a man was injured during a pursuit in the Northern Rivers yesterday (Thursday).
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Say hello to the Australian owlet-nightjar

Have you ever ventured into an open-wooded forest in the Northern Rivers at twilight?
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Man hospitalised after gas explosion

A man in his fifties reportedly suffered burns owing to a gas bottle explosion near Tenterfield over the weekend.
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Training on offer to counter housing narrative

An online ‘How the Grinch Stole Housing’ conversation training event is being held tonight from 6pm till 7pm, hosted by housing advocates House You. 
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Current Print Edition

Byron Shire Echo issue 40.28 – December 17, 2025

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Getting ready for fun in 2026

In the blink of an eye, we’ve arrived at the final weeks of 2025 at Brunswick Picture House – and they bid farewell with the last three shows of their Cheeky Cabaret Christmas season this week – Thursday to Saturday, before the launch of what is officially the biggest summer season program ever!
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Mullumbimby’s carpark ‘sold for $1’ for housing

Freedom of information documents released to The Echo have revealed that Byron Shire Council (BSC) agreed with government development agency Landcom to sell the much-used Mullumbimby car park at 57 Station Street to a yet-to-be confirmed community housing provider (CHP) for $1. Council will also get units under the deal.
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E-bike clampdown as Christmas looms

NSW will soon require manufacturers and suppliers of e-micro-mobility products – including e-bikes – to adhere to extra safety precautions or face up to $825,000 in fines.
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Byron Echo

Have your say on SEP

Last week’s letters was again filled with very well...
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Sport

Bangalow Tennis Club takes out top three grades at the NET League tennis finals

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The NET League tennis finals for 2025 took place at Mullumbimby Tennis Club last...
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Nimbin junior athlete best in nation for the third-year running

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Nimbin Central School student Mikayla Frey has won her third national title in a...
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Lady Golfers raise money for those needing help

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The Byron Bay Lady Golfer’s (BBLG) held their annual two-day tournament in November at...
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NET League tennis finals at Mullumbimby this weekend

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The Mullumbimby Tennis Club is gearing up for Christmas party with the AO 1-Point...
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Good Life

Christmas is coming early at Byron Farmers Market!

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Byron Farmers Market will hold its Christmas market on Tuesday, 23 December this year...
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Lord Byron Distillery strikes gold at Sydney Royal Easter Show

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Lord Byron Distillery has added another major accolade to its growing list of achievements,...
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Burgerlesque: Top Pub in Mullum lifts food game

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Mullum’s iconic Courthouse Hotel, now renovated, under new ownership and known as the Top...
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Local bush tucker Christmas food hamper

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This Christmas, why not build a hamper that’s meaningful, local, and seriously delicious –...
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Nominees announced for Ballina Shire Australia Day awards

Ballina Shire Council has announced its nominees for the 2026 Australia Day Awards.
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Entertainment News

Cinema: Nuremberg

The only clue to what man can do, is what man has done – R.G. Collingwood And so ends a gripping tale whose outcome we already know, yet every minute of footage is a revelation in the historical biopic Nuremberg. Russel Crowe, who is entirely believable as the bloated – in both body and mind – German war criminal Hermann Göring; and Rami – is-there-any-thing-or-anyone-this-man-can  not-do? – Malek, lead a stellar cast in this utterly compelling drama.
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Still growing momentum

With decades in their wake, spanning chart successes, touring with icons of the scene and growing an evergreen fanbase, Sydney-hailing rock trio Cog’s momentum has never waned, withstanding industry shifts, morphing technology, and a hiatus – all without ever losing their trademark vigour.
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