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Man charged following pursuit – Far North Coast
A man has been charged with driving offences following a police pursuit in the state’s far north.
More government support needed for nurses
What would it take to keep our nurses and paramedics from resigning en masse as the current crisis in the NSW health care system worsens?
Taxi stolen at knifepoint in Tweed Heads
An investigation is underway after a taxi driver had his cab stolen at knifepoint at Tweed Heads.
COVID-19 update: restrictions extended by a month
The State's COVID-19 restrictions have been extended for a month, as another 29 people with the virus passed away.
Comment: Welcome to the Byron Bay family law dilemma – Jesus wept
In spring 2013, Mary and Joseph bought a house in Suffolk Park for $500,000.
Mandy Nolan
Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Listening to the truth tellers
A long time ago my husband had to attend a meeting in Redfern. He works in the health and academic sector and it was a consultation with some First Nations clinicians and community workers. He arrived a little earlier for the meeting to the centre – not your typical clinical setting but a regular house. On arrival he was greeted by an older woman who led him to a table and offered him a cup of tea. They chatted. Had a laugh. She offered him a biscuit.
General Interest
January 21 National Cabinet on Omicron, RATs, vax and treatments
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has issued a media release about yesterday's meeting of the National Cabinet.
The PM’s report from the National Cabinet meeting yesterday
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has released a media statement about the meeting yesterday of the National Cabinet.
What do you do next if you test positive to COVID?
With more than a third of callers to the National Coronavirus Helpline asking about isolation, healthdirect has launched a guide to help those who are COVID-19 positive know what they should do while isolating at home and when to seek medical help.
Entertainment
Entertainment in the Byron Shire for the week beginning 29 December, 2021
Get your Feramones ready for 2022
Byron Bay’s very own...
Entertainment in the Byron Shire and beyond for the week beginning 21 December, 2021
Lots of lovely music to check out, all found in one place.
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.
More government support needed for nurses
What would it take to keep our nurses and paramedics from resigning en masse as the current crisis in the NSW health care system worsens?
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Aboriginal Tent Embassy 1972–2022 – the power of patience
The Aboriginal Tent Embassy was established on the lawns opposite Old Parliament House on 26 January 1972. Four First Nations men sat beneath a beach umbrella protesting the government’s attitude towards Indigenous land rights.
Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Listening to the truth tellers
A long time ago my husband had to attend a meeting in Redfern. He works in the health and academic sector and it was a consultation with some First Nations clinicians and community workers. He arrived a little earlier for the meeting to the centre – not your typical clinical setting but a regular house. On arrival he was greeted by an older woman who led him to a table and offered him a cup of tea. They chatted. Had a laugh. She offered him a biscuit.
Mandy Nolan - 0
Aboriginal Tent Embassy 1972–2022 – the power of patience
The Aboriginal Tent Embassy was established on the lawns opposite Old Parliament House on 26 January 1972. Four First Nations men sat beneath a beach umbrella protesting the government’s attitude towards Indigenous land rights.
Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Listening to the truth tellers
Mandy Nolan - 0
A long time ago my husband had to attend a meeting in Redfern. He works in the health and academic sector and it was a consultation with some First Nations clinicians and community workers. He arrived a little earlier for the meeting to the centre – not your typical clinical setting but a regular house. On arrival he was greeted by an older woman who led him to a table and offered him a cup of tea. They chatted. Had a laugh. She offered him a biscuit.
Taxi stolen at knifepoint in Tweed Heads
Paul Bibby - 0
An investigation is underway after a taxi driver had his cab stolen at knifepoint at Tweed Heads.
Letters
Validity of a visa
As a 90-year-old, I have travelled many years since I was 18 years of age; to America, the UK...
Happiness
Mick woke up this morning to a great epiphany. So, we’ve decided to forget all our activism, we’re going...
Vax the child
I am writing about the upcoming COVID-19 vaccinations for children. I am and remain a vax-sceptic. My reasons are...
A new Mungo needed
A new Mungo is needed to investigate, report and comment, because the major media sure as hell ain’t!
When is...
COVID strategy
Our PM and premier have decided to fall back on the old ‘Dunkirk Strategy’: Retreat, withdraw and claim a...
Discourse
Dear Editor, good on you for your piece reminding us about the importance of public discourse.
Like you, I find...
Local News
$2m upgrade for Kyogle CBD
Kyogle's town centre is going to get a $2.048m facelift, local MP Kevin Hogan has announced.
Biz step up to feed frontline staff
Local paramedics will be able to get free coffee and snacks at selected local cafes, as part of a major community effort to support frontline health workers during the ongoing and increasing COVID-19 outbreak.
1,051 new cases of COVID-19 for Northern Rivers
The Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) saw 1,051 new cases of COVID-19 were...
Free Skills for Recovery course available
Byron Community College say they have received NSW Government funding as part of the Skills for Recovery initiative.
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Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Listening to the truth tellers
A long time ago my husband had to attend a meeting in Redfern. He works in the health and academic sector and it was a consultation with some First Nations clinicians and community workers. He arrived a little earlier for the meeting to the centre – not your typical clinical setting but a regular house. On arrival he was greeted by an older woman who led him to a table and offered him a cup of tea. They chatted. Had a laugh. She offered him a biscuit.
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Boat people we are
We here in this country, now called Australia, need...
Vax the child
I am writing about the upcoming COVID-19 vaccinations for...
Validity of a visa
As a 90-year-old, I have travelled many years since...
Sport
Lennox Head forge ahead across four grades in local cricket
Local cricket is approaching the midway point of the 2021–22 season and sees Lennox Head playing strongly across all four senior grades.
Sunrise paddler with Rainbow Dragons offers new era for seasoned campaigner
Former long-distance paddling champion Brooke Harris has found new sporting life with the Rainbow Dragons and likes to take advantage of the new 6am Sunrise session in Ballina.
Strong start to cricket season for Byron Bay
Byron Bay remain undefeated after four games, and sit on top of the Coastal League competition after beating Bangalow last Saturday at the Cavanbah Centre.
Fijian rugby team moves into Lennox Head
Ross Kendall
The Fijian Drua was traditionally and formally welcomed to their new base camp...
Good Life
Sneaky Eats
Sandra Haslam
There are times when the fullness of living life squeezes our ability to...
How two local farmers’ markets are supporting young farmers
With everyone talking about the empty shelves in the supermarkets at the moment, it’s...
Friends of Loft
Become a Friend of Loft with their new local loyalty member program. Enjoy member-only...
No supply shortage at Byron Farmers Market!
While supermarket shelves around the country are running bare, there’s no shortage of fresh...
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1,051 new cases of COVID-19 for Northern Rivers
The Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) saw 1,051...
More government support needed for nurses
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COVID strategy
Our PM and premier have decided to fall back...
