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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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Rebuilding communities from Lennox and Evans Head to Coraki and Woodburn

In February and March 2022, our region was subject to a series of weather events that causeed one of the nation’s worst recorded flood disasters. The economic impact of a natural disaster can be felt far beyond the damage to housing and infrastructure.

New Brighton parking

To quote a Joni Mitchell song, ‘They paved paradise and put in a parking lot’ – this adequately describes...

Paul Watson has his say on Sea Shepherd ousting

Regarding your article concerning the split in Sea Shepherd. I established Sea Shepherd as a global movement, not as an organisation, controlled by a few men. It was a democratic association of independent national entities

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.

Press release vs Save Wallum views

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

Sustainable power from carbon dioxide?

University of Queensland researchers have built an experimental generator which they claim absorbs carbon dioxide (CO2) to make electricity.

Jo Faith, Newtown

How very distressing is the recent story of beautiful singer Lisa Hunt. She followed protocol, paid the police and Council for the DA for her proposed musical gig and now SHE is to blame because folks danced – and the police ignored them!

She has to pay a $5,000 fine! It’s hard to understand. Lisa is an incredible and highly respected artist. Artists have a deep understanding of civil society dictates. Like everybody else they have human rights. They are generous and struggle to survive. We are all wounded by this situation.

Music is essential to the soul and this Lisa understands. Are we no longer permitted to imagine, dream, and fill the soul with joy? Or is this the Baptisᵐ of Beige in Byron Bay? It is hard to overlook targeting in this sad, sad saga. Let us all hope that this issue is resolved with humanity and dignity.

Blessings Lisa… sing, sing, sing darling. You are much loved.


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