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Greens from The Farm are flourshing

At the heart of a thriving market garden is timing, soil health, and a deep connection to the seasons...

Push to slow traffic outside Coorabell Hall

The campaign to slow traffic on the short stretch of Coolamon Scenic Drive outside Coorabell Hall is gradually gathering momentum, with Byron Council supporting a lower speed limit despite advice the road may not meet state criteria.

Tweed Council urgently meet over Code of Meeting Practice reform

Tweed Shire Council staff say they will hold an Extraordinary Meeting today, Tuesday 2 June at 3.30 pm to 'address an urgent governance matter relating to its Code of Meeting Practice'.

Cartoon of the week – 3 June, 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.

Earth to stars

Is the world we live in, more than what we understand? Theories challenge the known facts, so does any...

National minimum wage increases to $26.44p/h

With the Fair Work Commission’s decision to increase the national minimum wage by 4.75%, Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) is calling for further action to support people doing it tough, as well as the frontline community services helping them. “People are under severe pressure from interest rate rises, rent increases, higher fuel costs, and growing economic uncertainty due to the conflict in the Middle East,” said ACOSS Acting CEO Edwina MacDonald.

Always good to have a bit of a nudge

No fooling – with this epic lineup at nUdGe nUdGe WiNk WiNk! You’d be a fool to miss International DJ Stevie G, locally-based DJs Halo and Sammy KC as they join beloved Cunning Stunts resident DJ, Lord Sut, in the Shed at the Billi.

Get ready for an electrifying closing set from international DJ sensation, Stevie G! Hailing from Washington DC, Stevie G has taken his eclectic soulful sound worldwide. As a resident he’s rocked legendary venues like Potato Head in Bali, was hand selected to play for Snoop Dogg and Grace Jones, and spun vinyl or Prince at the infamous House of Secrets.

Returning to the Shed in a later time slot is locally-based DJ, Halo. A house and techno DJ born into the Byron Bay dance scene, Halo is a sonic storyteller. 

Making his Shed debut, DJ Sammy KC will showcase his love for all genres with a heavy influence of the UK sound. 

Cunning Stunts resident DJ, Lord Sut, mixes and masters the genres of Balearic, world and house, with sprinklings of dub for sensory peaks to every set he plays in the beloved Shed. 

Cunning Stunts lift you up on the first Saturday of each month, continuing their seven-year purpose to assist our local communities. 

Check it out this Saturday from 4pm at The Billinudgel Hotel.

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Marooned yacht on rocks near Ballina

A local photographer has shot a marooned yacht at Flat Rock, in Ballina Shire. It's the second boat to be washed ashore in recent months

Echo celebrates 40 with awards night tomorrow

Tickets are selling fast! Come join a fun-filled night of community celebration – This Saturday (tomorrow) The Echo is set to mark its 40th year in style with a ’30s swing-era style party and community awards night featuring the dynamic sounds of the Melbourne Ska Orchestra.

Author Tristan Bancks follows up with Two Wolves sequel

Local author Tristan Bancks launched his new book for readers 10+, Raised By Wolves, at Byron Book Room last night (Thursday 4 June).

Lismore City Council recognised for environmental leadership at LG awards

Lismore City Council has been recognised for outstanding achievement in environmental leadership, resilience and community infrastructure at the 2026 LG Professionals NSW Local Government Excellence Awards.