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June 5, 2026

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Minimum requirements were never meant to be aspirations

The Echo’s recent report (2 May) on Cr Elia Hauge’s proposal for a community assessment panel for the old Mullumbimby Hospital site contained a sentence that deserves more than a passing read.

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Israel’s rehabilitation

Israel’s genocide of the Palestinians has not ended and it will not end before Israel officially renounces its intention...

Lismore Lantern Parade returns 20 June

The iconic Lismore Lantern Parade will once again light up the streets of Lismore on Saturday 20 June, kicking off with a full day of markets, live music and exciting activities.

World Environment Day celebrated in M’bah, 7 June

A free family-friendly community celebration for World Environment Day will be held on Sunday, 7 June, at the Murwillumbah Showgrounds from 10am till 3pm.

Love Lennox Festival returns June 13

The all day Love Lennox Festival returns Saturday, 13 June, with organisers saying they expect more than 10,000 attendees to gather across town for one of the region’s most loved community events.

More than a pantry – helping feed our community

Neighbourhood Centre has been running a low-cost community pantry? And over the last few years it’s really expanded.

Interview with Pacific Avenue

South Coast rockers, Pacific Avenue, have left an indelible mark on the music industry, their debut studio album Flowers secured a spot as a number one Australian album earning two ARIA nominations. Now, their recently released second studio album, Lovesick Sentimental, looks to be heading in the same direction.

Free caravan workshops available.

A free-flying caravan is never a sight you want to see as you cruise the highways and byways so Ballina Council is running free Caravan Safety Workshops.

Ballina Shire Council is inviting the community to improve their caravan skills and knowledge. Three free workshops will be held in Ballina on 20 March 2023 for local caravan owners.

‘Whether you are an experienced caravan tower or new to the game, come along and hear from the experts, get some great tips and have your questions answered,’ said Ms Helen Carpenter, Road Safety Officer, Ballina Shire Council and Transport for NSW.

 The Caravan Safety Workshops will provide information, demonstrations and support on the safe loading and towing of caravans to ensure you are safe on your next adventure. These interactive workshops will be run by Tow-Ed, a training company who provide specialised programs for caravan enthusiasts.

Three sessions will be held on Monday 20 March at the Gawandii Room, Lighthouse Beach Ballina Surf Club:

  • Session 1 – 8.30am
  • Session 2 – 11am
  • Session 3 – 1pm

Each session will go for approximately 1.5 hours. Online registration is essential, and each session is limited to 50 places.

A demonstration vehicle and caravan will be used on the day so please do not bring your own caravan. 

This event is a collaboration with Tweed Shire Council and proudly supported by the NSW Government.

To register visit https://BallinaCaravanWorkshops.eventbrite.com.au



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Wardell Knit n’ Knat Group – 22 years of knitting and giving

Since 2011, 15 years, Dawn and Robert Sword have been entrusted by the Wardell Knit n’ Knat Group with the privilege of distributing the beautiful handcrafted rugs, scarves, beanies and other knitted and crocheted items they have made to people in need throughout the Ballina Shire.

Murwillumbah biz networking breakfast tomorrow

Join the Murwillumbah business community for their June Business Murwillumbah Networking Breakfast, to be held at at Crystal Creek Estate.

Update on Mullumbimby house fire which destroyed locals’ home

Long-term residents of Mullumbimby, Jeff and Alma Jackson lost their home to fire last week.

Local family-owned Byron businesses asking for your support

Long-term, local Byron businesses are calling on the community for support as they struggle to remain afloat as the drainage works in Byron Bay continue.