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June 11, 2026
Byron EchoLetters

Congratulations, Council

By John Sullivan, Waikerie, SA

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Israel’s assault on Global Sumud Flotilla – a first-hand account

It hit me like a lightning strike. It was the latex gloves that did it. Those pale blue five fingered clinical sheaths made me want to vomit. Last Tuesday, having just been repatriated from my time on the Global Sumud Flotilla, I was at Tweed Valley Hospital getting a forensic medical examination for my sexual assault at the hands of the Israeli occupation forces.
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I am an old bloke of 85 years, and have travelled extensively around all Australian states and territories, including some off-shore islands. I have also travelled overseas visiting many counties, including a time living in India.

But Byron Bay easily beats all of the above for the extremely high standard of shopping district potholes.

Moreover, our driver claimed that they have been like it for some time. As a result, we avoided the shopping district, cut short our stay and went to our next destination. So, I heartily congratulate all concerned for the marvellous collection of potholes in your town.

John Sullivan, Waikerie, SA

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Articles & Columns

Israel’s assault on Global Sumud Flotilla – a first-hand account

Juliet Lamont - 0
It hit me like a lightning strike. It was the latex gloves that did it. Those pale blue five fingered clinical sheaths made me want to vomit. Last Tuesday, having just been repatriated from my time on the Global Sumud Flotilla, I was at Tweed Valley Hospital getting a forensic medical examination for my sexual assault at the hands of the Israeli occupation forces.
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The mantra ‘voters always get it right’ is repeated after every election by winners and losers. The decision of voters must be respected, blah, blah.
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Lismore councillor pay rise divides chamber at June meeting

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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.
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Here’s to the Flotilla

Jane Salmon, Killara, NSW - 0
The Global Sumud Flotilla is about brave people doing exceptional things with skill, compassion, colour, spirit and gruff chutzpah. Would I leave my comfy chair...
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