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Housing not industrial precinct say Lismore locals

Locals from Goonellabah and Lindendale have called out the proposed Goonellabah industrial precinct at 1055A Bruxner Hwy and 245 Oliver Ave as being the wrong use of the site. 

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Try-fest for Byron Bay in local league

The Byron Bay A-grade league players left the Clarence Valley on Saturday afternoon after scoring 11 tries on their...

Byron Comedy Fest 2024 Laughs

The legendary Northern Hotel’s Backroom opens its doors to laughter when it welcomes The Byron Comedy Fest with eight big headline shows. With audiences packing out shows every year, Festival Directors Mel Coppin and Zara Noruzi have decided a new venue with increased capacity was in order. It also means the festival is an all-weather event – expect all your favourites!

Anzac Day memorials 2024

From the early hours of this morning people gathered to acknowledge the sacrifice of lives, families and communities have made in the name of war and keeping peace. Across the Northern Rivers events will continue today as we acknowledge the cost of war.

‘No-one ever came back but all reports indicate it’s lovely,’ and so begins this wickedly funny play about death and motherhood. Directed by the Drill’s accomplished artistic director, Liz Chance, Ghosting the Party tells the story of three generations of women who face questions of mortality and life with rigour, honesty and humour.

Domestic violence service calls for urgent action to address crisis

Relationships Australia NSW is calling for urgent intervention from the NSW government to address men’s violence against women, following the horrific murder of Molly Ticehurst.

A grim commemoration

US President Jo Biden, responding to a question, made the comment that the US is considering the dropping of...

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A word from the Byron Bay Chamber

Chamber Invites Local Businesses to Open Forum Board Meetings
In 2024 the Chamber is hosting quarterly Open Forum Board Meetings at the Byron Services Club to enhance transparency and communication with local businesses.
The inaugural event is on Thursday, 21 March at 6pm, with no tickets required.
Attendees can turn up to engage directly with the Chamber’s executive board, voice opinions, ask questions and bring important issues to their attention. All businesses, regardless of size or tenure, are encouraged to participate.
President Matt Williamson emphasised the Chamber’s commitment to advocating to drive local business growth and prosperity. ‘This is your chance to connect with us and make your voice heard,’ Williamson said. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate with the Chamber and help shape Byron’s business community.

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 on trail e-bike hire 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


Léo Terrando Design

Léo Terrando Design

A unique perspective on design that distills complex and multifaceted narratives through depth and layering.
Une perspective unique sur le design qui distille une idée complexe et multiforme à travers la profondeur
et la superposition.

0402 530 675
125 Jonson St, Byron Bay
leoterrando.com
[email protected]


Sunrise Window Tinting

Sunrise Window Tinting

 Superior home, office and car tinting from a father-son team. Located in the Byron Arts & Industry, 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 


Dr. Moose

Dr. Moose

Get ready to stand out from the crowd this festival season 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


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


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

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.

Tugun tunnel work at Tweed Heads – road diversion

Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from Sunday on the Pacific Motorway, Tweed Heads.

Driver charged following Coffs Harbour fatal crash

A driver has been charged following a fatal crash in the Coffs Harbour area yesterday.

Geologist warns groundwater resource is ‘shrinking’

A new book about Australian groundwater, soil and water has been published by geologist Philip John Brown.