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The Greens’ 3-way comp: Ballina Councillor vs Byron candidates for state preselection

Byron Greens members could expect to be asked to take the future of the Richmond River further south into account when choosing a candidate for next year’s state election.

Agency over AI

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NBN News reduces local content, sparks MP concerns

Local federal MP Justine Elliot (Labor) has voiced concerns after NBN News announced a reduction in local TV news quality and service.

Tweed Shire Council recognised at Local Government Excellence Awards

Tweed Shire Council has been recognised for its innovative approach to tackling incivility, winning the People, Workplace and Wellbeing Award at the 2026 Local Government Excellence Awards last night.

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.

Conversations in the Pub starts with Janelle Saffin

Conversations in the Pub – Lismore’s new civic meet-up – kicks off on Friday 19 June with its inaugural special guest, the NSW Minister for Small Business, Minister for Recovery, Minister for the North Coast and Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin MP.

Leaving Jordon

Bigger and better than ever, Flaming Heart Fest at The Billinudgel Hotel presents an afternoon full of incredible indie rock and psychedelic rock.

Two thirds of Pj Sheek, a psychedelic rock band from Lennox Head, will be performing, as will Liquid Contours, who will be performing as a five-piece. Liquid Contours play very lo-fi psychedelic alternative rock.

Byron Bay legends, those heavy psych rockers – Mudwagon – are also on the bill performing as their usual four-piece. They know how to get a show going!

Sugar Leaves are a Brisbane band. Their genre lies between chill, dreamy, beachy and psychedelic. They’ve had a couple of their music videos on Rage, so check them out –  Flaming Heart Fest will be their last stop on their east coast tour.

Eyesite are the youngest of the bunch, just graduating from high school last year. They’re an indie grunge band from Kingscliff and were recently finalists in a battle of the bands comp to open for The Smashing Pumpkins (we’re keeping our fingers crossed for them!).

Leaving Jordan are a well known outfit from the Northern Rivers – also indie rock – who will be headlining the fest. They have a new EP due to be released within a matter of months.

Profits from the fest will be donated to the Byron Youth Service.

Support some of the best acts under the east coast sun, while helping raise funds for the Byron Youth Service.

Saturday 15 April, 2023, 3pm.
Door price is $35 or buy online from Oztix.

Catch ya there!



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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.