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October 10, 2026

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Driver charged over alleged pursuit after fatal Eungella shooting

A man wounded in a fatal shooting near Murwillumbah last year has been charged after allegedly pursuing and running over another man as he fled the scene.
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Janet Swain launches Labor campaign for Ballina

Byron Shire councillor Janet Swain has officially launched her campaign as Labor’s candidate for the state seat of Ballina at the March 2027 NSW election.
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Tow or bury? Tweed seeks public views on dead whale disposal

What should happen to a dead whale when it washes up on a Tweed beach?
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Byron faces $2.4 million annual grant loss as councils demand rethink

Byron Shire Council could lose more than half its annual Financial Assistance Grant funding under proposed changes to NSW’s allocation formula, according to a joint statement issued by five councils.
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Wallum court appeal abandoned but fight goes on

Save Wallum has abandoned plans to appeal the Federal Court’s dismissal of its bid to protect the Brunswick Heads development site, but says the community campaign will continue through other avenues.
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Mandy Nolan

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Why We Still March to Reclaim the Night

Imagine being raped or killed and being blamed. That’s how it’s been for women in a patriarchy that instead of holding the perpetrator to account, asks ‘What was she wearing?’, ‘Why was she walking on that street at that time of night?’, ‘Was she a sex worker?’ These are the wrong questions.
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General Interest

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Mangroves are crucial

A global study of mangroves has found a modest boost in conserved area could significantly increase their ability to adapt to the changing climate, including rising sea levels.
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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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Entertainment

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A fox with very bad relationship advice

A talking fox, a magic hole. and some spectacularly bad relationship advice launch the 20th Byron Bay International Film Festival this October.
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Good music, Goodwill and a dance floor that gives back

The Shed is calling! Nudge Nudge Wink Wink returns to the Billinudgel Hotel on Saturday for seven hours of exceptional music, connection, unexpected delights and the unmistakable feeling of The Shed in full flight.
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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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Tow or bury? Tweed seeks public views on dead whale disposal

What should happen to a dead whale when it washes up on a Tweed beach?
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Wait for reforms – Byron Council’s rate rise should be deferred

Council hasn’t advised the community of the current state government proposed reforms to support councils. The reforms are in response to the parliamentary inquiry titled: Ability of local governments to fund infrastructure and services.
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Editorial

Editorial – Keeping the fire at bay

While the federal and NSW governments continue to approve and extend coal and gas mines, that regardless of where the fossil fuels are burnt will have negative impacts on all our futures, there are a few things you can do to prepare. 
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Byron faces $2.4 million annual grant loss as councils demand rethink

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Byron Shire Council could lose more than half its annual Financial Assistance Grant funding under proposed changes to NSW’s allocation formula, according to a joint statement issued by five councils.
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Wallum court appeal abandoned but fight goes on

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Save Wallum has abandoned plans to appeal the Federal Court’s dismissal of its bid to protect the Brunswick Heads development site, but says the community campaign will continue through other avenues.
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Flood survivors’ lost homes recreated in Ballina exhibition

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As floodwater rose through her Lismore home in 2022, artist Antoinette O’Brien watched her unfired ceramic pieces turn back into mud.
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Letters

Road safety

Byron Echo L Wallis, Mullumbimby - 0
It is time for a community road safety conversation about Coolamon Scenic Drive, Mullumbimby to Ocean Shores. As a resident...
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Parenthood and political balance

Byron Echo Pam Brook, McLeods Shoot - 0
I was disappointed to read about the circumstances surrounding the election of Byron Shire’s new deputy mayor. Mayor Sarah Ndiaye...
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Reports missing

Byron Echo Annie Radermacher, Brunswick Heads - 0
I am furious, my ongoing battle to get the stormwater collapse at Bayside fixed has now shown that the...
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Building trust

Byron Echo Kelly Minahan, Suffolk Park - 0
Liz Levy’s letter about the Clifford Street and Broken Head Road intersection raises important questions about the money spen...
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Casting vote

Byron Echo David Brown, Mullumbimby - 0
The mayor’s recent casting vote means the repugnant and incompatible 57 Station Street project remains alive. Efforts to stop...
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Peacekeepers

Byron Echo John Thurgar, Mullumbimby - 0
I was the conducting officer of the National Peacekeeper Day Service held in Mullumbimby on 14 September 2026. I...
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Local News


Pink party to encourage breast screening


October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and eligible women in Northern NSW Local Health District are being urged to book a free mammogram, with 45.2 per cent of eligible women overdue for their two-yearly breast screen.  
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Byron faces $2.4 million annual grant loss as councils demand rethink

Byron Shire Council could lose more than half its annual Financial Assistance Grant funding under proposed changes to NSW’s allocation formula, according to a joint statement issued by five councils.
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Tow or bury? Tweed seeks public views on dead whale disposal

What should happen to a dead whale when it washes up on a Tweed beach?
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Byron urged to seek exemption from state housing fast-track

Byron Shire Council is being urged to seek an exemption from the state government’s housing fast-track system and a pause or review of major developments that conflict with local planning rules.
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Current Print Edition

Byron Shire Echo issue 41.17 – October 7, 2026

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Local News

Road trip to Bathurst for local Corvette

This little ‘tuxedo’ black Corvette made its way to Bathurst over the weekend in preparation for the big event, that is, the pre-race street parade leading up to race day.
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Lavertys Gap water supply assessment to go ahead

Byron Shire councillors Janet Swain (Labor) and Jack Dods (independent) brought a motion ‘to stop a further report on Mullumbimby’s Lavertys Gap water supply, to cease all further work on the Mullumbimby water supply from Lavertys Gap, and shut down the treatment plant,’ to the last Council meeting.
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Brunswick Picture House is calling you!

Calling all music, comedy and film lovers – it’s another jam-packed month of shows at the Brunswick Picture House!
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Cinema: A river story

Byron-based filmmaker Dominic Allen brings his new feature Tiber home to the Byron Bay International Film Festival this October.
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Sport

Far Northern Futsal team wins

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The U16 boys Far Northern NSW Futsal team won the Futsal National School Championships...
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Broken Head surfer Leihani Zoric ISA U18 World Junior Champ

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Paul Bibby Most 13-year-olds would be happy just to make an under-18 world final. Two...
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Coming out of retirement to have a crack at winning fourth world title

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Local wingsuit athlete Chris Geiler is coming out of a post-three-World-Championship retirement to compete at the 2026 World Championships in the US in two weeks.
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2026 annual Senior Basketball Carnival

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The 13th annual Senior Basketball Carnival was held last week, 11 to 13 September...
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Good Life

Bring a little ferment to every meal

The Good Life The Echo - 0
By Katerina Lazareva Fermented foods don’t need to be saved for something special. A splash,...
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What happens when Byron Bay gets just a little bit Italian?

The Good Life The Echo - 0
There are two kinds of limoncello. The first comes from Italy, is drunk somewhere...
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Made for a good time: Light Years

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Whether you’re pulling up to the terrazzo bar for a quick drink or settling...
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Discover Nonnie’s: wine, deli and a little something different

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Tucked into the heart of Mullumbimby, Nonnie’s Wine Store is not your typical bottle...
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ReSolve Global officially opens solar recycling facility

Renewable energy recycling has just taken a big step forward in the Northern Rivers, with ReSolve Global officially opening its new holding and sorting facility in Tyagarah, near the old Bluesfest site.
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Pink party to encourage breast screening


October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and eligible women in Northern NSW Local Health District are being urged to book a free mammogram, with 45.2 per cent of eligible women overdue for their two-yearly breast screen.  
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Reports missing

I am furious, my ongoing battle to get the...
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