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April 30, 2024

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Local contractor quits controversial Wallum Estate

Local civil contractor, J&M Bashforth & Sons, has withdrawn from its contract to construct infrastructure for the Wallum urban estate, located on low lying land next to Simpsons Creek in Brunswick Heads.

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Heavy music with a bang!

Heavy music is back at The Northern this week, with a bang! Regular Backroom legends Dead Crow and Mudwagon are joined by Dipodium and Northern Rivers locals Liminal and Puff – the plan is to raise the roof on Thursday at The Northern. This is definitely a night, and a mosh, not to miss. Entry is free!

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. 

Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Couching an Opinion

The Bruce Lehrmann and Brittany Higgins case was never about establishing whether or not Lehrmann raped Higgins. It was about Brittany. She was established as not ‘the perfect victim’ so we overlooked the blazingly obvious fact that Bruce Lehrmann was ‘the perfect perpetrator’. An entitled, compulsive wrecking ball of cocaine, $400 steaks, free rent and very very expensive massages.

Anzac Day events in the Northern Rivers

Around Australia people will come together this Thursday to pay their respects and remember those who have served, and continue to serve, the nation during times of conflict. Listed are details for Tweed, Ballina, Lismore, Byron, Kyogle, and Richmond Valley Council areas.

Dune regeneration

On all other coastal beaches where councils are working to prevent sand loss by rowing their dunes, such signage...

A fond farewell to Mungo’s crosswords

This week we sadly publish the last of Mungo MacCallum’s puzzles. Before he died in 2020 Mungo compiled a large archive of crosswords for The Echo.

Better By Bike | Sunrise Window Tinting | BVK Solicitors Attorneys | Dr. Moose | No Bones | 100% Pets Byron Bay 


A word from the Byron Bay Chamber

Byron's Badass Women of Business

Since our last update, the Chamber has hosted three distinctive events that have sparked conversations, connected communities, and empowered individuals.
Byron’s Badass Women of Business featured inspirational panel speakers who shared their journeys of overcoming business’s patriarchal challenges. The inaugural Open Forum Board Meeting brought together a diverse group passionate about local business, with a notable call from Inspector Matt Kehoe for reports on crime and antisocial behavior affecting Byron businesses. Connecting Bangalow tackled the area’s poor connectivity, with representatives from nbn and Telstra directly addressing community concerns.
Don’t miss Business After Hours at TAFE NSW Byron Bay this Thursday, a chance to network and explore educational and training opportunities for your business, just $5 with drinks and nibbles included.

www.byronbaychamber.com


Better By Bike

Better By Bike

Come ride the Northern Rivers Rail Trail through lush hinterland, native rainforests and a 500m glow worm tunnel.
Better By Bike provides trail e-bike or e-bike hire with return shuttle from your accommodation. They also rent their bikes out on multiday hires around town.
Alternatively try their guided evening glow worm tour spectacular! The trail is suited to all ages and riding abilities. They cater for families with infants, young ones, couples and large groups.

0408 444 858
www.betterbybike.com.au
[email protected]
FB: Better By Bike-Northern Rivers Rail Trail
@betterbybikeoz


Sunrise Window Tinting

Sunrise Window Tinting

Superior home, office and car tinting from a father-son team. Located in the Byron Arts & Industry Estate, drop your car to them and take the solar train for a day in town.
Super cool films and frosts from the world’s best manufacturers. Lifetime warranties available, friendly service and a local touch.

0412 158 478
3/21 Centennial Circuit, Byron Bay
www.sunrisewindowtinting.com.au 


BVK Solicitors Attorneys

BVK Solicitors Attorneys

Law firm BVK has been serving the region for almost 30 years and has a strong commitment to community service. Principal Adam van Kempen is currently Chair of the Byron Writers Festival, a board member of Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre and acts on a pro bono basis for the Byron Community Centre, local sporting clubs and other local not-for-profit organisations.

02 6680 8522
Upstairs in the Byron Arcade
13 Lawson Street, Byron Bay
www.bvk.com.au


Dr. Moose

Dr. Moose

Get ready to stand out from the crowd with your very own custom t-shirt!
Printed while you wait/same day! No set up costs, full colour prints on AS Colour high quality shirts.
Locally-owned, Byron since ‘95.

Open every day 9.30am-5.30pm
02 6685 5825
48 Jonson Street, Byron Bay
[email protected]
www.drmoose.com.au


No Bones

No Bones

Indulge in the culinary magic of No Bones, Byron Bay’s own plant-powered gem!
As a locally-owned business, they’re all about supporting the community by sourcing fresh delights from nearby producers. Their menu boasts innovative, cruelty-free dishes that redefine plant-based dining.
Join them on a flavoursome adventure, celebrating the vibrant spirit of Byron Bay while savouring locally crafted goodness. #BRUSSELSNOTBEEF

11 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay
nobones.co 


100% Pets Byron Bay

100% Pets Byron Bay

Your local family owned and operated pet supply store.
Come and see their friendly and knowledgeable team for all your pet needs.
The extensive range of quality products at 100% Pets enables them to become your pet care partner for the lifelong journey of your pet. Their priority is the health and wellbeing of your pet, whether it’s a dog, cat, rabbit, guinea pig, bird and/or fish.

0411 440 335
4/55 Centennial Circuit, Byron Bay

Not enough patients, too many renos, says Bupa on Bruns clinic closure

Foreign-owned corporation Bupa has provided a statement around the recent closure of its Brunswick Holistic Dental Centre (BHDC), saying reduced patient volumes and the need for significant building renovations led to the decision.

World-class pizza in the heart of Byron Bay

In the picturesque heart of Byron Bay, a culinary revolution is unfolding—with pizza taking centre stage. Spearheaded by the dynamic duo that brought pizza...

The energetic goodness of sprouts and seedlings

Victoria Cosford ‘It’s just about getting more goodness into your body’, one customer tells me. Sipping a freshly pressed wheatgrass juice, she’s picking out a...

The Harvest Food Trail

When it comes to celebrating the extraordinary food and beverage producers and unique provenance of the Northern Rivers, it doesn’t get more authentic or...