Local News

Echonetdaily is your independent source of local news on the NSW north coast.
The Echo covers the northern rivers including the Tweed Shire, Byron Shire, Lismore City and Ballina Shire.
Our experienced team of reporters have a wealth of local knowledge and are passionate about protecting and promoting our community and unique way of life. With good old-fashioned journalism and in-depth articles on important issues, Echonetdaily is the best place to keep up with local current affairs. Coverage includes regular council reports and stories about the environment, development, coal seam gas mining, national parks and wildlife, threatened species, alternative energy and lifestyles, tourism, farming and local food production and much more.
From Byron Bay to Murwillumbah, Nimbin to Lennox Head, Kingscliff to Mullumbimby, Tweed Heads to Bangalow, Ballina to Coolangatta, Lismore and beyond, Echonetdaily has you covered!