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Tweed Council calls for same koala protections as Central Coast
The highly criticised NSW Koala SEPP (state environmental planning policy) that has been put forward by the NSW Liberal-National coalition does not protect Tweed Shire rural koala populations said Tweed Shire Mayor Chris Cherry (Independent) at last week’s council meeting.
Charges laid after 5L of GHB and $20,000 cash seized – East Lismore
A man has been charged with large commercial drug supply after officers seized more than 5L of GHB and $20,000 cash at an East Lismore home.
Ballina ready for business
A large group gathered at Lennox Head Cultural Centre this week for the launch of Business Events Boost, a new initiative to promote Ballina as a working destination.
Create community connection and support
When there is an emergency sometimes the people you can rely on most are your neighbours and members of your local community.
Mandy Nolan
Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Snooze You Lose
There is no more delicious place to be than in my bed. So I hit snooze. I stole nine minutes from myself. Then the alarm went off again. I bargained with myself for another nine minutes.
Ballina News
Ballina roads impacted by flooding
Ballina Council has this morning announced the current situation regarding rain-affected roads and services.
Ballina’s Cr Cadwallader calls for more police
Cr Sharon Cadwallader will move at today's Ballina Shire Council meeting that more police be assigned to Ballina, and a new police station should be considered for Lennox Head.
Ballina ready for business
A large group gathered at Lennox Head Cultural Centre this week for the launch of Business Events Boost, a new initiative to promote Ballina as a working destination.
General Interest
Data proves decades of lies in Murdoch media climate change coverage
When the proof is in the pudding and the spice is climate change, it can leave a bitter taste: after all, it’s no surprise to learn data shows Murdoch media bias.
Rural health under threat from climate change
The National Rural Health Alliance has called on the federal government to take tangible action on climate change, saying inaction has serious consequences for rural health.
Human activity, climate change risk more pandemics
New research has revealed climate change, environmental degradation and human activity are creating a perfect storm for more deadly...
Entertainment
Interview with Janet Swain
Janet Swain is 14. She’s in love with the tragic and brilliant cellist Jacquleine DuPré. But one day her mother arrives home with a bassoon.
Entertainment in the Byron Shire and beyond for the week beginning 3 March, 2021
Entertainment in the Byron Shire and beyond for the week beginning 3 March, 2021
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.
Tweed Council calls for same koala protections as Central Coast
The highly criticised NSW Koala SEPP (state environmental planning policy) that has been put forward by the NSW Liberal-National coalition does not protect Tweed Shire rural koala populations said Tweed Shire Mayor Chris Cherry (Independent) at last week’s council meeting.
Storylines – Call for Aboriginal housing and support
Byron Shire has been experiencing increasing rents for over a decade. It has become a very expensive place to live.
Submissions for the prosecution
Your honours, it is my respectful submission that you would find the Commissioner of Corrective Services and the Minister for Corrections guilty of the manslaughter of the victim, a First Nations prisoner who hanged herself in custody
Humans and wildlife need help during and post floods
The recent storms and flooding across NSW and Queensland has left not only the human communities devastated but also wildlife.
Ballina ready for business
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A large group gathered at Lennox Head Cultural Centre this week for the launch of Business Events Boost, a new initiative to promote Ballina as a working destination.
Ballina’s Cr Cadwallader calls for more police
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Cr Sharon Cadwallader will move at today's Ballina Shire Council meeting that more police be assigned to Ballina, and a new police station should be considered for Lennox Head.
Letters
A call for ‘help’
J Thomas, Mullumbimby
A few nights ago I was disturbed by a woman screaming, ‘Stop! Stop! Stop! Get away from me!...
Governing by alcohol
Louise Andrews, Lennox Head
If alcohol were available in the workplaces of doctors and nurses, teachers, bus drivers, dentists, airline pilots,...
China bashing
Christine Olsen, Brunswick Heads
I was surprised to see The Echo joining in on the current media bout of China bashing...
Byron bus interchange
Donald Maughan, President BBHS
Like most, I’ve been watching the development of the new bus interchange on Butler Street, Byron Bay...
Rail destruction
Paul Jones, architect, Byron Bay
There appears to be some confusion regarding the purpose and methods of heritage conservation in our...
Aren’t you lucky!
Sam Leader, Mullumbimby
The ‘Equality? You’re lucky you don’t get shot at!’ comment and the disdain it thinly veils has done...
Local News
Charges laid after 5L of GHB and $20,000 cash seized – East Lismore
A man has been charged with large commercial drug supply after officers seized more than 5L of GHB and $20,000 cash at an East Lismore home.
Shared pathway officially opened at Lennox Head
On Saturday the rain stayed away long enough for Federal Senator Hollie Hughes and Ballina Shire Mayor David Wright to officially open the newly constructed shared pathway between Skennars Head and Lennox Head.
Objections raised over CT, MO dwelling restrictions in Byron Shire
A new group promoting intentional communities on multiple occupancies (MOs) and community titles (CTs) is calling on councillors to reconsider staff’s hard line proposal to prohibit secondary dwellings on all MOs and CTs by Byron Shire Council.
Current Print Edition
Issue 35.41 Wednesday 24 March 2021
DOWNLOAD PDF (17MB)Interview with Julian Louis, Artistic Director of NORPA
After a year in the shadows, NORPA is kicking in with a powerhouse program for the last six months of 2021.
Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Snooze You Lose
There is no more delicious place to be than in my bed. So I hit snooze. I stole nine minutes from myself. Then the alarm went off again. I bargained with myself for another nine minutes.
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Look within
Robert Podhajsky, Ocean Shores
It is any wonder that there are...
Permaculture legend Holmgren to appear at Renew Fest
Legendary co-founder of permaculture practice, David Holmgren, is coming to the Northern Rivers in May, appearing as a headliner guest at Renew Fest in Mullumbimby.
Sport
Local impresses in croquet
Ballina-based David Scott has taken second place in the Queensland Men’s Open Golf Croquet Championships held in Brisbaner this month.
Oceans 15 ready to compete at State swimming finals
Fifteen swimmers from the Ocean Shores Aquatics Swim Team will represent the Far North Coast Division and their schools over the next month at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre.
All Girls Surfriders back in the water for 30th anniversary year
The All Girls Surfriders club based in Lennox Head is up and running for the season and looking forward to celebrating its 30th birthday later in the year.
Senior cricket premierships on the line this weekend
Cudgen will feature in the top two grades of cricket finals this weekend as they take on Marist Brothers Lismore in the LJ Hooker one-day league and Bangalow in the Coastal League.
Good Life
Navigating a tricky year: what Woody’s did next
A tricky year of health public restrictions meant that Woody’s 10th birthday party was...
Diverting his attention to fungi – it’s more fun
Story & photo Lisa Machin
For Gary Miller, being in the forest instead of being...
Tom Carey’s passion for farming
If you’re a regular visitor to Byron Farmers Market then chances are you’ve seen...
Barrio – like eating at home with family and friends
You’ll need multiple visits to experience the myriad of new and renewed items on...
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Ballina – wet weather roads and services update
Ballina Council has warned that several roads have been closed in the area due to the impact of floodwaters.
Cartoon of the week – 24 March, 202
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