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World record-breaking sailor takes out SCU’s Alumnus of the Year Award
If you’re seeking a bit of inspiration in your life, look no further than Southern Cross University’s Alumnus of the Year, Lisa Blair.
Ballina Council agrees to consider tighter holiday let policy
The Ballina Shire Council has voted unanimously to investigate options for restricting short-term rental accommodation.
Lismore Councillor candidate bios – Group A: Labor
The Echo asked all the Lismore election Councillor candidates to send in a bio. First cab off the rank was current Councillor Darlene Cook and Group A.
Flood warning for Richmond and Wilsons Rivers
A deepening low pressure trough through the northeast of the state is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms during Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the State Emergency Service.
Storms and rain for Tuesday and Wednesday in the Northern Rivers
The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) is predicting widespread thunderstorms and rain for the Northern Rivers.
Mandy Nolan
Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Coming out of the Cave
It was 2018, and in this crisis we witnessed the best that the world can be. We all watched in nervous anticipation as cave diving hobbyists from around the world became experts in a rescue never before attempted. It showed the power of collaboration for a higher purpose. It showed true courage; of the men who risked their lives in the complex underground maze of caves, of the boys who maintained the most incredible calm, and of the parents who never gave up hope.
General Interest
What’s Nu in COVID variants? Highlighted need for stronger Australian contribution
According to the End COVID For All campaign the emergence of a new coronavirus variant in Botswana, most likely to be called 'Nu', underlines the need for Australia to step up its contribution to co-oridnated global efforts to prevent the virus’ spread and mutation.
Blockade Australia take fourth action in 24 hours at Newcastle’s coal port
Blockade Australia activists Zianna and Hannah climbed to the top of machinery and suspended themselves out of reach this morning causing the operations at the Newcastle Coal Port to stop for the fourth time in 24 hours.
Tripling water rights increases drought risks and degrades rivers
A key part of future planning both for agriculture, ecosystem resilience and where we put our population will be dependent on water – who has the right to access it and at what level.
Entertainment
Entertainment in the Byron Shire for the week beginning 22 September, 2021
Please check, at the end of lockdown to see whats on.
Entertainment in the Byron Shire for the week beginning 15 September, 2021
Inception – Byron Theatre’s first post-lockdown live event
Cancelled twice...
Retrospective
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.
World record-breaking sailor takes out SCU’s Alumnus of the Year Award
If you’re seeking a bit of inspiration in your life, look no further than Southern Cross University’s Alumnus of the Year, Lisa Blair.
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New Russian satellite-killer produces decades of fallout
‘Irresponsible’ Russian anti-satellite weapon sends shockwaves through space community with 1500 fresh fragments cannoning about in low-Earth orbit.
Water security needed and that means we need to think beyond the traditional dam
As two professional engineers, each with over 40 years of experience in the water industry, we support Rous County Council’s decision to start tapping into underground water resources to meet the growing water supply needs of our region.
Ballina Council agrees to consider tighter holiday let policy
The Ballina Shire Council has voted unanimously to investigate options for restricting short-term rental accommodation.
Lismore Councillor candidate bios – Group A: Labor
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The Echo asked all the Lismore election Councillor candidates to send in a bio. First cab off the rank was current Councillor Darlene Cook and Group A.
Gladys just doesn’t get it? Bullshit.
The rules are lost to the dark art of time, but when I was younger, we used to play a card game called ‘Bullshit’...
Letters
Ballina Shire Council defs not a ‘boys’ club’, says outgoing female councillor
This person is claiming that the council is a 'boys'' club and that the out-going mayor is one of them.
Not wedging
Though it may be puzzling to some, I am heartened to see that some of the candidates for the...
Byron’s new estate
Having just read in The Daily Telegraph of the approval of Harvest Byron Bay’s 149 lots, I am shocked...
Wannabe mayors – Byron
Entertaining as it is to learn we have a brace of Saggas, a lone Goat, a mix ‘n match...
Sinking real estate
For most of geological time, the Earth has been 5–15 degrees hotter than today. That’s why the dinosaurs did...
Experience counts
I have been advised by someone in the know that it is not wise to cast your vote for...
Local News
Ballina council votes for waterfront affordable and social housing
The Ballina Shire Council has voted unanimously to ask for state government commitment on waterfront affordable and social housing as part of a marina upgrade.
Flood warning for Richmond and Wilsons Rivers
A deepening low pressure trough through the northeast of the state is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms during Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the State Emergency Service.
Thousands gather at Ballina MMAMV rally
Around 2,500 gathered at Missingham Park in Ballina to hear MMAMV speakers before marching to the Ballina police station and then making their way back to the starting point for more speakers.
Nesting boxes help keep wildlife safe
While many locals are being driven out of their homes by increasing rents and a shrinking housing supply, the dwindling forests of the region have created the need to increase Wildbnb – that is, nest boxes for the struggling wildlife.
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Byron Shire Echo issue 36.24 – November 24, 2021
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Editorial – A potted history of local elections
The election of the Byron Shire mayor and councillors on December 4 will be the ninth such poll this newspaper has covered.
Own nothing, go serfing
Although Sapote Brook’s Echo letter correctly stated that nothing...
Nesting boxes help keep wildlife safe
While many locals are being driven out of their homes by increasing rents and a shrinking housing supply, the dwindling forests of the region have created the need to increase Wildbnb – that is, nest boxes for the struggling wildlife.
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Byron candidates 2021 Q&A part 2
Buckle in, seats upright, and loosen the belt!
It’s time...
Sport
Fijian rugby team moves into Lennox Head
Ross Kendall
The Fijian Drua was traditionally and formally welcomed to their new base camp...
Local juniors make presence felt at major surf tournament
Ross Kendall
Local surfers were among the winners in all four age divisions of the Surfer...
Wright nominated – NSW sports award
Ross Kendall
Byron Bay surfer Owen Wright has been named as a finalist for the...
Local football team enters premiership division
Ross Kendall
For the first time in 30 years the Mullumbimby Brunswick Valley Football Club...
Good Life
Grumpy Grandma’s
There are few in the region who aren’t familiar with Grumpy Grandma’s olives. Tim...
Calming Curry
Live music has been in short supply for a while, and like many other...
Byron Supper Club
Bryce Hallett
The Byron Supper Club is set to return and transport audiences to a...
South East Canteen: just the good stuff
Simon Haslam
South East Canteen is the new project from Tyler Preston, trained at Melbourne’s...
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