Local News
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Blue-green algae Red Alert for Lake Ainsworth Lennox Head
Lake Ainsworth in Lennox Head has had a recreational red alert warning (high alert) for blue-green algae issues this afternoon. Warning signs have been installed and Ballina Shire Council will alert residents and visitors via their website, social media and tourism contacts.
2 days ago | Echonetdaily | 0 Local News -
Incineration invention aims for zero waste
Hans Lovejoy The inventor of a system that claims to incinerate waste and pollutants without emissions will be holding a public meeting January 18 at the Mullumbimby Uniting Church from 7 till 9pm. Mullumbimby born Spiro Spiro told The Echo... Read More →
2 days ago | Echonetdaily | 0 Byron Echo, Local News -
Fundraiser for court challenge to North Lismore Plateau development
The fight to develop or not to develop the North Lismore Plateau goes back to the Land and Environment Court (L&EC) on February 10.
2 days ago | Aslan Shand | 2 Local News -
Hundreds pack in to Mullum hall for a conscious response to the bushfires
Paul Bibby A shift in consciousness can save the earth from the crisis we are facing. That was the core message from cellular biologist Dr Bruce Lipton at the Mullumbimby Civic Hall on Thursday night. Close to 500 people crammed... Read More →
2 days ago | Paul Bibby | 0 Local News
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Blue-green algae Red Alert for Lake Ainsworth Lennox Head
Lake Ainsworth in Lennox Head has had a recreational red alert warning (high alert) for blue-green algae issues this afternoon. Warning signs have been installed and Ballina Shire Council will alert residents and visitors via their website, social media and tourism contacts.
2 days ago | Echonetdaily | 0 -
Incineration invention aims for zero waste
Hans Lovejoy The inventor of a system that claims to incinerate waste and pollutants without emissions will be holding a public meeting January 18 at the Mullumbimby Uniting Church from 7 till 9pm. Mullumbimby born Spiro Spiro told The Echo... Read More →
2 days ago | Echonetdaily | 0 -
Fundraiser for court challenge to North Lismore Plateau development
The fight to develop or not to develop the North Lismore Plateau goes back to the Land and Environment Court (L&EC) on February 10.
2 days ago | Aslan Shand | 2 -
Hundreds pack in to Mullum hall for a conscious response to the bushfires
Paul Bibby A shift in consciousness can save the earth from the crisis we are facing. That was the core message from cellular biologist Dr Bruce Lipton at the Mullumbimby Civic Hall on Thursday night. Close to 500 people crammed... Read More →
2 days ago | Paul Bibby | 0 -
Time for tempers to cool? Greens MP calls for climate change truce
The Greens state member for Ballina wants mainstream society to give conservatives on climate change another chance.
2 days ago | Mia Armitage | 2 -
Cannabis worth $1m seized when truck stopped near Byron Bay
A man will appear in court today after police seized cannabis with an estimated potential street value of $1 million when a truck was stopped near Byron Bay yesterday.
2 days ago | Echonetdaily | 3 -
Landlord faces animal cruelty charge, AVOs
The case of a local man accused of shooting a pet dog in South Golden Beach with arrows has been held over until February 10.
2 days ago | Echonetdaily | 0 -
Bypass roundabout design still to be produced
Council staff told Echonetdaily that consultants GHD and Council staff are yet to finalise a fully developed roundabout plan at the northern end of the route and present it to councillors.
2 days ago | Echonetdaily | 1 -
Water restrictions tighten as dam drops
Water restrictions for Byron Shire (except Mullumbimby) are set to be elevated to level two, says local water utility Rous County Council, effective January 20.
2 days ago | Echonetdaily | 0 -
Vale Jez Ryan, a vital part of the alternative community
Mullumbimby lost one of the more colourful components of its social subculture recently with the passing of Jeremy Ryan at the age of 59, after a long illness.
3 days ago | Echonetdaily | 1 -
Last chance for early bird tickets for the Byron Bay Surf Festival
The BBSF is now in its tenth year and once again are looking to bring you a great lineup of music, films and fun throughout the weekend of February 14 to 16.
3 days ago | Echonetdaily | 0 -
Heartwarming response to call for help following fires
Having his and his neighbours farms devastated by fires in December, including the loss of one of their homes, local Byron Shire resident Bart Vanarey had put the call out for helping hands to rebuild fences on their properties. He was not left disappointed.
3 days ago | Aslan Shand | 0 -
Large Browning and Jonson St DA is back, but neighbours still unhappy
A contentious large three storey commercial development at the southern end of Jonson Street is again before the public, and like the previous development application (DA), it has angered immediate neighbours.
3 days ago | Hans Lovejoy | 3 -
Teen charged over New Year’s Day assault at Evans Head
A teenage boy has been charged with assault and affray over an alleged assault in Evans Head on New Year’s Day.
3 days ago | Echonetdaily | 1 -
Strike a blow for the planet with your super
As the bushfire crisis worsens, many northern rivers residents are asking the question ‘What can I do to save the planet?’.
3 days ago | Paul Bibby | 2 -
Local youth light up Lennox with a different sort of street art
A dynamic pop-up 'light graffiti' exhibition will adorn the walls of Lennox Head Community Centre (LHCC) foyer during January showcasing the creative works of local youth.
3 days ago | Paul Bibby | 0 -
SCU scientists make worrying discovery about fire-scorched earth
Scientists from Southern Cross University have made a startling discovery about the lethal threat of soils scorched by bushfires that could increase cancer risks.
4 days ago | Paul Bibby | 11 -
Missing Murwillumbah woman found
Police have located a Murwillumbah woman who went missing this week.
4 days ago | Paul Bibby | 0 -
Govt announces $75,000 grants for primary producers affected by fires
Local farmers and fishing business operators who have been affected by the recent bushfires will be able to apply for grants of up to $75,000 to help them get back on their feet, the Federal Government has announced.
4 days ago | Paul Bibby | 1 -
Program gets to the CORE to help overcome addiction
Paul Bibby One of the biggest challenges for many people seeking to overcome addiction is balancing the need for rehabilitation with the seemingly relentless demands of daily life. Many people who would benefit from a long-term stay at rehab facility... Read More →
4 days ago | Paul Bibby | 0 -
Recent rains welcomed, but we need a long-term strategy
The gentle sounds of rain on the roof have been music to the ears of many locals this week...
4 days ago | Paul Bibby | 5 -
Jenny Dowell new Patron of RaH
Peace group Remembering and Healing have announced that Lismore’s ex-mayor Jenny Dowell is their new patron.
4 days ago | Echonetdaily | 0 -
Missing woman – Murwillumbah
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a woman missing from the Far North Coast.
5 days ago | Echonetdaily | 0 -
Vale Digby Moran – a sad loss to community and Country
Sad news today of the sudden death of much loved Bundjalung man and artist Albert (Digby) Moran at the age of 71.
5 days ago | David Lowe | 12 -
Ride for domestic violence transition house in Ballina
Mark and two mates plan to cycle along the sand from Newcastle to Tweed Heads to raise money and awareness for a transitional house to help Aboriginal women fleeing domestic violence.
5 days ago | Eve Jeffery | 1
