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Appeal to locate missing man – Tweed Heads

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from Tweed Heads West.

Other News

Rebuilding communities from Lennox and Evans Head to Coraki and Woodburn

In February and March 2022, our region was subject to a series of weather events that causeed one of the nation’s worst recorded flood disasters. The economic impact of a natural disaster can be felt far beyond the damage to housing and infrastructure.

Coffs Harbour man charged for alleged online grooming of young girl

Sex Crimes Squad detectives have charged a Coffs Harbour man for alleged online grooming offences under Strike Force Trawler.

Man dies in hospital following an E-bike crash – Byron Bay

A man has died in hospital following an E bike crash in Byron Bay earlier this month.

Press release vs Save Wallum views

The Echo editor (page 1, 10 April) might need to consider the role of a journalist – particularly that...

Increased Byron Council fees on the cards as fossil fuel investments decrease

Byron Council’s financial ship is beginning to list concerningly, taking from its reserves and other funds in order to bail out its bottom line.

Blaming Queensland again

I was astounded to read Mandy Nolan’s article ‘Why The Nude Beach Is A Wicked Problem’, in which she...

Property in Focus


FNBB-548-8LasiandraSpacious Family Home Overlooking Lake

8 Lasiandra Close, Suffolk Park

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This spacious lakefront residence has been beautifully built and is in a quiet, family friendly location in Baywood Chase.

Capturing lovely north east breezes, the home is generously proportioned to suit growing families and offers great entertaining spaces and light filled living.

The eastern wing features a private master bedroom with ensuite and WIR.

Beautifully appointed with excellent bench space and breakfast bar, the kitchen separates the family room from the dining/living areas. All of these areas enjoy lake views and open out onto the covered outside entertaining area. Cathedral ceilings also feature.

The 4th bedroom, laundry and 3rd toilet are also on the ground floor and there is internal access from the double lock up garage. There are 2 bedrooms and main bathroom upstairs which also have great outlooks.

Set on a 783m2 block with well-established gardens and fenced rear yard.

This is a prime location close to shops, schools and Tallow Beach.

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Open: By Appointment
Details: $899,000
Enquiries: Sharon McInnes 0408 659 649

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FNBB-548-3GrandviewStylish Apartment Overlooking Shelley Beach

404/3 Grandview Street, Ballina

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Set on the ridge with spectacular north easterly views over Shelley Beach and water views to the south over Shaws Bay, this property is in a fantastic location and offers a great lifestyle or investment.

The apartment offers deluxe accommodation with modern open plan living, full European kitchen, ducted A/C, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry and a private entertainer’s balcony to enjoy those ocean views and sea breezes.

Grandview Apartments is a resort style complex with an onsite manager, secure entry and underground parking, broadband internet, Austar, swimming pool and heated spa, gym and lift access to all levels.

You can move in, permanently rent or holiday let.

Located a short stroll to cafes, beaches, Shaws Bay and the Richmond River, this central position allows you to enjoy all the pleasures of the Ballina lifestyle and the North Coast’s fun and activities.

Call or email us for further details!

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Open: By Appointment
Details: Interest Over $429,000
Enquiries: Sharon McInnes 0408 659 649

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Police out in force over the ANZAC Day weekend with double demerit points

Anzac Day memorials and events are being held around the country and many people have decided to couple this with a long weekend. 

Child protection workers walk off the job in Lismore

Lismore and Ballina child protection caseworkers stopped work to protest outside the defunct Community Services Centre in Lismore yesterday after two years of working without an office. They have been joined by Ballina child protection caseworkers who had their office shut in January.

Youth crime is increasing – what to do?

There is something strange going on with youth crime in rural and regional Australia. Normally, I treat hysterical rising delinquency claims with a pinch of salt – explicable by an increase in police numbers, or a headline-chasing tabloid, or a right-wing politician. 

Coffs Harbour man charged for alleged online grooming of young girl

Sex Crimes Squad detectives have charged a Coffs Harbour man for alleged online grooming offences under Strike Force Trawler.