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July 16, 2026

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Lismore Boulevard Project announced

Design concept plans for the Lismore Boulevard – Shared User Path project are now available for community consultation, following Lismore City Council securing $2,383,030 in funding through the NSW Government’s Get NSW Active 2025–2026 program, administered by Transport for NSW (TfNSW).
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Community responds to detention dams proposal

More than 110 residents gathered at Rock Valley Hall on Sunday 12 July and rejected claims that the recently released CSIRO report on flood mitigation was informed by strong community consultation.
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Try pickleball and support a great cause

Northern Rivers Pickleball Club are holding a marathon day of pickleball on Sunday, 19 July at the Goonellabah Tennis and Pickleball Club on Reserve Street, Goonellabah.
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Tree lopping accident

Around 2.45pm, on Monday 13 July, a Westpac Rescue Helicopter was tasked by NSW Ambulance to a tree lopping accident near Grafton.
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The numbers behind Byron’s proposed rate rise

Byron Shire ratepayers are staring down the barrel of a proposed 33–35 per cent rate increase over three years, with Council arguing the extra revenue is needed to secure its long-term financial future.
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Mandy Nolan

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Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: How the Phone Stole Us

When I was a child we didn’t have a phone. We couldn’t afford it. If we needed to make a call we went next door to the Clancys’ house and sat at their kitchen bench, lifted the receiver, turned the Bakelite handle three times, and waited for the operator.
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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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Interview with Trent Dalton

The Byron Writers Festival will once again be treated to the delights of author and journalist Trent Dalton, who will be featured at the Jonson Street Stage on Saturday evening, 15 August, as well as throughout the event. Celebrating its 30th year, the Byron Writers Festival will, for the first time, be taking place around the town of Byron Bay from 14 to 16 August, with a mix of free and paid events.
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Cinema: Moana

The Academy Award-nominated animated film sails into its live action debut in Moana, directed by Tony- and Emmy-winner Thomas Kail (Hamilton).
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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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National News

Renewables and battery storage stable amid global uncertainty

Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, in partnership with the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) today released the GenCost 2025–26 Final Report, finding renewable energy supported by storage is helping to protect Australia against global energy shocks and continues to provide the lowest cost pathway for Australia’s electricity system to achieve net zero emissions.
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Articles & Columns

From refugee to community contributor – a personal story

When I first arrived in Australia from Syria, I carried many emotions with me. Like many refugees and newcomers, I was grateful to be safe, but I was also overwhelmed by the challenges of starting over in a completely new country.
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Editorial

Plastic not so fantastic

There is nothing healthier than drinking some water – or so I’ve always told my kids. It doesn’t contain sugar or colour additives – as one person used to tell us as children, ‘it’s sky juice’! What could be better?
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Community responds to detention dams proposal

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More than 110 residents gathered at Rock Valley Hall on Sunday 12 July and rejected claims that the recently released CSIRO report on flood mitigation was informed by strong community consultation.
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National News

Data shows biggest danger to wildlife is people, not cats

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Human-created hazards are responsible for most wildlife rescues in New South Wales, and researchers are calling for more prevention strategies to save threatened species.
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Local News

The numbers behind Byron’s proposed rate rise

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Byron Shire ratepayers are staring down the barrel of a proposed 33–35 per cent rate increase over three years, with Council arguing the extra revenue is needed to secure its long-term financial future.
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Letters

Gulgan Village meeting

Byron Echo Alan Dickens, Byron Bay  - 0
I attended the Brunswick Progress Associations (BPA) meeting on 6/07/2026 at the CWA for a discussion on the impact...
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Byron floodplain

Letters Jo Faith, Newtown - 0
The current hardships facing Byron communities seem to reflect global power relations. Trump’s vision for humanity is ‘might is right’...
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Mandy’s column

Byron Echo Louise Andrews, Lennox Head - 0
John Heaton (Letters 8 July) is correct in stating that allowing Mandy Nolan a weekly column is no longer...
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Blow up the pokies

Byron Echo Rod Murray, Ocean Shores - 0
It’s pleasing to see further action on predatory poker machine reform being attempted by some intelligent politicians. It may –...
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Organic produce sharing

Byron Echo Magenta Appel-Pye, Mullumbimby - 0
I would like to thank all the kind people putting their excess citrus out the front of their houses....
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Energy savings

Byron Echo Anne Stuart, Zero Emissions Byron - 0
Two exciting developments will lower household electricity bills, strengthen the local grid, and help power-up our renewable energy. First,...
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Local News

NAIDOC celebrations at Byron Apex Park

NAIDOC celebrations were held last week in Byron Bay
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Music comes to Mullum this weekend!

Wild Rocket blast into Mullum as Mullum Roots Festival lights up the town this coming weekend. Three venues around Mullum will host music, while songwriting workshops will happen at the Drill Hall Theatre on Sunday.
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Jeff Dawson captures Mullum Roots Festival

Did you make it to Mullum Roots Festival on the weekend?
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The numbers behind Byron’s proposed rate rise

Byron Shire ratepayers are staring down the barrel of a proposed 33–35 per cent rate increase over three years, with Council arguing the extra revenue is needed to secure its long-term financial future.
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Current Print Edition

Byron Shire Echo issue 41.05 – July 15, 2026

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Blow up the pokies

It’s pleasing to see further action on predatory poker...
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Byron Shire Rebels men’s XV vs Lismore on Ladies Day

The Rebels men’s XV made the trip to Lismore Rugby Park on Ladies Day and delivered a commanding 38-17 victory.
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Forcing a reminder

Forces are constantly at play and work determinedly to...
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Mandy’s column

John Heaton (Letters 8 July) is correct in stating...
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Sport

Try pickleball and support a great cause

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Northern Rivers Pickleball Club are holding a marathon day of pickleball on Sunday, 19 July at the Goonellabah Tennis and Pickleball Club on Reserve Street, Goonellabah.
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Byron Shire Rebels men’s XV vs Lismore on Ladies Day

Byron Echo David Hywel - 0
The Rebels men’s XV made the trip to Lismore Rugby Park on Ladies Day and delivered a commanding 38-17 victory.
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Tennis comp returns to Northern Rivers at Mullum and Bangalow

Byron Echo Jesse Taylor - 0
One of the Northern Rivers’ biggest tennis events is set to return later this month, with the 2026 Mullumbimby Community Open taking place on Saturday, 25 and Sunday, 26 July across Mullumbimby and Bangalow tennis clubs.
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Oz Grom Open wraps up in Lennox

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The 2026 Soundboks Oz Grom Open saw a fairytale finish to competition yesterday with huge performances, bluebird skies and local wins in dreamy two-foot conditions.
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Good Life

A place that has stayed

The Good Life The Echo - 0
Byron Bay has always been a place that draws people in. Some come for a weekend, others for a season, and many end up staying for a lifetime.
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No Bones: new seasonal menu captures the relaxed spirit of Byron dining

The Good Life The Echo - 0
As the cooler months settle over Byron Bay, No Bones is embracing the season with a fresh menu designed for long lunches that roll into dinner, shared plates and evenings spent lingering over good food and cocktails.
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Manna Haven Cafe – loving Byron for 20 years

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One of Byron Bay’s favourite lunch spots is wowing guests after a recent community-gifted...
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Three Blue Ducks

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On Sunday 26 July, from 11:30am for both lunch and dinner, Three Blue Ducks...
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Ocean Shores man charged with advocating terrorism online

Police say a 20-year-old Ocean Shores man is behind bars (refused bail) and will face court in Tweed Heads Local Court on 18 September, charged with advocating terrorism.  
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Local News

Sign up for Mullum’s Chinny Charge race

Ready to race up the mountain? That’s right, the Chinny Charge is open for registration for runners and walkers who want to take the once a year chance to race and stroll up the mountain.
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Local News

Arts Northern Rivers First Nations Committee

Arts Northern Rivers (ANR) is calling for members who have a connection to Bundjalung, Githabul, Yaegl and Gumbaynggirr Country to help them form a First Nations committee to guide and shape their First Nations program.
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