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June 11, 2026

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Lismore councillor pay rise divides chamber at June meeting

The sharpest debate from Lismore City Council's 9 June ordinary meeting saw a majority vote to increase councillor and mayoral fees, following a 3.7 per cent rise determined by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal (LGRT) – a figure tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12 months to February 2026.

Other News

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.

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.

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Senator Penny Wong (Labor) said on 4 June: ‘My principal position is to always believe women when allegations of...

Building sites ‘blitzed’ between Coffs Harbour and Tweed Heads

More than 100 building sites from Coffs Harbour to Tweed Heads have been inspected, which has been described as a 'blitz' by the NSW Labor government.

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Lismore leaders meet in parliament for industry briefing

More than 50 business, investment and community leaders gathered at NSW Parliament House this week for the "Lismore 60,000 Industry Briefing", which was described as an "important conversation about the city's future growth, investment opportunities and long-term prosperity".

Zee Gachette. Photo by Yannick Lalardy

Hosted by Zee Gachette (Z-Star), get ready to experience ‘Electric Ladyland’, the iconic songs of Jimi Hendrix reimagined by Zee’s power trio Z-Star Trinity, featuring Byron Shire’s legendary lead guitarist Geoff Wright.

Born on 27 November, 1942, Hendrix would have been 83 years old this year. Join in the celebration of the legacy of one of rock’s most influential musicians. Electric Ladyland is a double album, released in 1968 that showcases Hendrix’s innovative and experimental approach to music. Featuring hits like ‘All Along the Watchtower’, ‘Crosstown Traffic’, and ‘Voodoo Child (Slight Return)’, this album is a testament to Hendrix’s genius and creativity.

Zee Gachette has toured throughout the UK and Europe alongside iconic classical musician Nigel Kennedy and his Polish Jazz All-Stars, performing music by Hendrix. Her power trio Z-Star Trinity promises to bring a fresh edge to these classic tracks with Zee’s electrifying stage energy and wild rhythm guitars, the thunderous grooves of drummer Beck Flatt reminiscent of the ‘60s and ‘70s, a master bass player, and featuring the impeccable tones of Geoff Wright on lead guitar, it’s going to be epic! The show will feature two sets of music selected from the iconic albums, and fans can look forward to an unforgettable musical experience that blends the original spirit of Jimi Hendrix with Z-Star Trinity’s own raw style.

Be electrified on Friday from 7pm (doors open 6pm) at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club. $40 group deals and early bird tickets at https://www.trybooking.com/DGYSR.

www.zstarmusic.com

Facebook: zstarmusic, Instagram: zeegachette.



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