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October 11, 2026

Latest news

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

Mandy Nolan

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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?

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. 

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.

Featured

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.

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.

Flood survivors’ lost homes recreated in Ballina exhibition

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

Letters

Parenthood and political balance

I was disappointed to read about the circumstances surrounding the election of Byron Shire’s new deputy mayor. Mayor Sarah Ndiaye...

Crisis of reasoning

One of the hardest things about being invested in protecting Wallum and other precious and rare ecosystems is reading...

Road safety

It is time for a community road safety conversation about Coolamon Scenic Drive, Mullumbimby to Ocean Shores. As a resident...

Casting vote

The mayor’s recent casting vote means the repugnant and incompatible 57 Station Street project remains alive. Efforts to stop...

Cartoon of the week – 7 October, 2026

The Echo loves your letters and is proud to provide a community forum on the issues that matter most to our readers and the people of the NSW north coast. So don’t be a passive reader, send us your epistles.

Building trust

Liz Levy’s letter about the Clifford Street and Broken Head Road intersection raises important questions about the money spen...

Local News

Reclaim the Night march this Thursday

This Thursday, women and men of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to take part in the Reclaim the Night march in Lismore as part of the annual Reclaim the Night marches that happen around the country.

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.

Exploring trust, identity and human connection

This October, Mental Health month, audiences are invited to step into the world of All of Us and discover what happens when twelve strangers are forced to look beyond their differences and question what they think they know.

Rotunda reopens after restoration

The historic Spinks Park Rotunda has reopened to the community following restoration works, giving residents and visitors another opportunity to enjoy one of Lismore’s most significant riverside public spaces.

Current Print Edition

All eyes and ears on the Dingo

This is a region that has birthed multiple festivals and now a new festival, Dingo, springs into life this Thursday bringing an exciting mix of local and international music to the community.

Building trust

Liz Levy’s letter about the Clifford Street and Broken...

Reclaim the Night march this Thursday

This Thursday, women and men of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to take part in the Reclaim the Night march in Lismore as part of the annual Reclaim the Night marches that happen around the country.

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. 

Sport

Far Northern Futsal team wins

The U16 boys Far Northern NSW Futsal team won the Futsal National School Championships...

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...

Good Life

Bring a little ferment to every meal

By Katerina Lazareva Fermented foods don’t need to be saved for something special. A splash,...

What happens when Byron Bay gets just a little bit Italian?

There are two kinds of limoncello. The first comes from Italy, is drunk somewhere...

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...
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Something from the last seven days

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.

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.

Far Northern Futsal team wins

The U16 boys Far Northern NSW Futsal team won...