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April 27, 2024

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Housing not industrial precinct say Lismore locals

Locals from Goonellabah and Lindendale have called out the proposed Goonellabah industrial precinct at 1055A Bruxner Hwy and 245 Oliver Ave as being the wrong use of the site. 

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Menacing dog declaration revoked

After an emotional deputation from the owner of the dog involved, Ballina Shire Council has this morning revoked a menacing dog declaration for the kelpie Lilo, which was brought into effect following a bite in July 2022.

Cape Byron Distillery release world-first macadamia cask whisky

S Haslam The parents of Cape Byron Distillery CEO Eddie Brook established the original macadamia farm that you can see...

Blockades continue as councillors wave next Wallum certificate through

A second subdivision works certificate for the Wallum estate was signed off by a majority of councillors last week, who again argued that they have no legal standing to further impede an approved development.

Press release vs Save Wallum views

The Echo editor (page 1, 10 April) might need to consider the role of a journalist – particularly that...

Families and children left struggling after government fails flood recovery commitments

The recovery process following the February 2022 flood has been slow, and many people are still struggling to regain normality in their lives. 

Celebrating Tweed Museum’s 20th anniversary with all and everything

A stunning new exhibition has opened to celebrate the Tweed Regional Museum's 20th anniversary – Omnia: all and everything.

Danny Wakil, Billinudgel

Gareth Smith, please tell me how the ‘quotes’ on your car promote civilised debate?

You have them all over your car to upset people and to get a reaction.

I was surprised by the number of people who have thanked me in the past year for responding to your posts. So many people see your car and your ‘information stand’ as doing absolutely nothing to promote a positive outcome and really are disgusted.

Hey, I have an idea. How about plastering something positive on your vehicle? Something that is actually constructive and promotes coexistence. Any chance of that?


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