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Man seriously assaulted in Byron Bay

NSW Police say detectives have commenced an investigation after a man was seriously assaulted in the local area overnight.

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Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Saying Goodbye to a Very Handsome Man

Last week an old friend of mine died. His name was Gary Cook. We met here in Byron Bay, when I was 23. He would have been in his early 30s. He was handsome. And funny. And weird. And self-involved. He used to come to Ringos, where I worked as a waitress. He’d sing to himself, bludge cigarettes, and shine up the serviette holder. He loved looking at himself. He’d laugh and say, ‘God, I’m a handsome man,’ and then he’d laugh this really infectious laugh

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.

Norths desert Bangalow Bowlo… again

Eight Bangalow community members attended Norths AGM on Monday, 25 May, to seek answers about the future of Bangalow Bowlo, but received no meaningful engagement, with their concerns merely ‘noted’.

Earth to stars

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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.

Byron Council’s Sandhills Wetlands project takes first place at LG awards

The Sandhills Wetland restoration project in Byron Bay has won another major award, with Byron Shire Council taking first place at the Local Government Professionals 2026 NSW Excellence Awards.

Magnus

The Where Loves Lives August event will be an unforgettable night of love, inclusion, and diversity with Lovemore Lismore NSW! 

Get ready to celebrate everything that makes us unique and beautiful at the stunning Hotel Metropole. This is a night you won’t want to miss! 

Organisers say, ‘love knows no boundaries, and neither does this event. We’re bringing together people from all walks of life to create a truly inclusive and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re gay, straight, transgender, or somewhere in between, everyone is welcome to join in on a night filled with joy, acceptance, and unity. ‘

Prepare to be dazzled by amazing performances, electrifying music, and a vibrant atmosphere that will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted. The lineup includes DJs Rob Davis (Sydney), Carmine Romano (Melbourne), Magnus (Lismore) and Anubis (Melbourne). 

There is also delicious food, refreshing drinks, and plenty of opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals – it’s the perfect chance to make new friends and forge meaningful connections.

Spread the word, this is the event of the year that you simply can’t afford to miss. Grab your tickets now and get ready to experience a night like never before and create a world where love truly lives. See you there! 

Hotel Metropole, Saturday 19 August at 6pm.

Tickets $20: www.wherelovelives.com.au.

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Tour de Cure pays tribute to Professor Richard Scolyer AO

Renowned Australian pathologist Richard Anthony Scolyer AO, died yesterday after living for three years with a grade 4 glioblastoma IDH wild-type brain tumour.

Evans Head STP: kicking the environmental can down the road

For decades the Evans Head Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) has been dumping effluent into Salty Lagoon in Broadwater National Park. Rich in nutrients and other contaminants, the lake succumbed to these pollutants with a massive fish and bird kill in 2005.

The Echo has way too much fun at 40th birthday bash

Without an inch or even a centimetre to spare, the Byron Bowling club was dressed up to the nines and packed with funsters on Saturday evening for The Echo's 40th Anniversary & Awards Celebration.

Appeal to locate teen missing near Lismore

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a teenage girl missing from The Channon, north of Lismore.