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October 6, 2026

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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.

Local landscapes explored in new body of work

Northern Rivers artist Bridie Amelia Schmidt brings Terra Nos Curat, a new body of work exploring the region’s varied natural environments, from waterways and coastal edges to rainforest, rolling hills and rocky escarpments, to the Lennox Arts Collective gallery this November.

Club raises thousands to support flood survivors

The Rotary Club of Alstonville has raised $5,000 to support families in Nepal who have been displaced by recent flash floods.

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.

Time for a bit of bowling fun at Mullum Bowling Club

Thought of trying your hand at bowls? Mullumbimby Bowling Club are inviting local businesses to create their own team of between three to six players and come down and join in the fun.

Mandy Nolan

Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: The Joy of Boredom

Are we at risk of losing our ability to experience boredom? Will boredom soon be extinct?

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.

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. 

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.  

Entertainment

Animals reveal a human story at BBFF

Animals take an unexpected starring role in the newly revealed program for the 20th Byron Bay International Film Festival, with filmmakers from Australia and around the world using our relationships with animals to explore some distinctly human questions.

Tweed small schools take centre stage

Students from nine of the Tweed region’s smallest public schools will take over the Murwillumbah Civic Centre tomorrow for the third annual Tweed Small Schools Talent Show.

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 Cerebral Palsy Day

Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) is calling on the Australian government to support formal United Nations recognition of 6 October as World Cerebral Palsy Day, creating a permanent global platform to raise awareness, strengthen support and drive action for the 50 million people living with cerebral palsy worldwide.

Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: The Joy of Boredom

Are we at risk of losing our ability to experience boredom? Will boredom soon be extinct?

David Shoebridge takes the helm at a time of crisis

Surprising many inside the party and out, David Shoebridge has been chosen as the new leader of the Australian Greens, with Steph Hodgins-May as deputy.

Featured

Club raises thousands to support flood survivors

The Rotary Club of Alstonville has raised $5,000 to support families in Nepal who have been displaced by recent flash floods.

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.

Drug checking services get underway at music festivals

The NSW Government’s $4.3 million drug checking services at select music festivals began this long weekend, with the Knockout Outdoor music festival on Saturday the first to participate.

Letters

We have fallen

The fundamental precepts of international law are reflected in the preamble to the UN Charter, which calls upon nations...

Plug in, pay up?

If you drive a 15-year-old ute, or don’t drive at all, would you expect to pay for public electric...

Fuel prices

I have just driven the return trip to Sydney on the motorway in my diesel-fuelled Toyota. A few things...

Law vs ‘True Lore’

In reply to your comments at the end of my letter (Echo 16 September) I will repeat the words...

57 Station St development (4)

It is really disheartening to hear our mayor still promoting the fake news that the people opposing Council’s plan...

New dad ‘turfed’

Mayor turfs new dad from job because of his caring responsibilities. So, we have a new deputy mayor of...

Local News

Family pain and recovery find a voice in new Lismore exhibition

A Lismore artist is turning painful family memories, recovery and cultural reconnection into a deeply personal new exhibition at Lismore Regional Gallery.

Byron says proposed 35% rate rise still won’t meet full funding need

Byron Shire Council says its proposed 35.03 per cent permanent rate increase would still fall short of meeting the full extent of its long-term financial needs.

Have you seen Natalie Whalan?

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a woman reported missing and last seen in Kingscliff.

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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New dad ‘turfed’

Mayor turfs new dad from job because of his...

Golf 365 tees up a new way to improve – rain, hail or shine

There are few things more frustrating for a golfer than watching the rain ruin a planned round or practice session.

Birth Without Trauma launches

Mums, bubs and advocates for maternity care reform gathered at The Farm last Friday, to launch the Birth Without Trauma campaign, demanding action on issues around birthing.

China: not a threat?

Your letter writer Trevor Syme needs to be brought...

Sport

Broken Head surfer Leihani Zoric ISA U18 World Junior Champ

Paul Bibby Most 13-year-olds would be happy just to make an under-18 world final. Two...

Coming out of retirement to have a crack at winning fourth world title

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.

2026 annual Senior Basketball Carnival

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

Byron takes top spots in Sydney’s U16 Bridge to Beach

Three young surf lifesavers from Byron Bay Surf Lifesaving Club (BBSLSC) have produced an...

Good Life

Made for a good time: Light Years

Whether you’re pulling up to the terrazzo bar for a quick drink or settling...

Discover Nonnie’s: wine, deli and a little something different

Tucked into the heart of Mullumbimby, Nonnie’s Wine Store is not your typical bottle...

Byron Farmers Market is growing young farmers

Last year Byron Farmers Market launched a Young Farmer Sponsorship Program to support and...

Cin cin to Spritz-ember at Pixie

Prawn linguine and a $13 spritz? Say less. All month long, Pixie Italian is celebrating...
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Something from the last seven days

First East Lismore lots approved, with flood-buyback residents first in line

Flood-affected homeowners will get first opportunity to buy 19 residential lots in East Lismore following approval of the first stage of a new housing development at Crawford Road.

Namaste tuned, Byron: Inaugural Byron Wellness Festival lands in November

Offering daytime dives into a lineup of healing, movement and ceremony practitioners and workshops, all crafted to ground, energise, and bring you back to true balance.

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.