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In loving memory of Dr Tony Parkes AO PhD (1929 – 2026)

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Dr Tony Parkes AO PhD, one of Australia’s most visionary conservation leaders and a pioneering force in ecological restoration, passed away last Thursday at the age of 96. He spent his final months at Honey Bee Homes in Ewingsdale.
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Caring for community

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The Rotary Club of Mullumbimby presented a cheque for $10,000 to the Brunswick Surf Life Saving Club (BSLSC) in support of its ongoing operations.
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Lismore shops enchanted for Lantern Parade

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Winners of Lismore’s Enchanted Windows comp have been announced, with The Two Ravens taking top spot. The comp is part of the city's Lantern Parade, to be held this Saturday, 20 June.
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Flood gauges installed in Ballina and Wardell 

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Residents in Ballina and Wardell will have more more localised flood warnings, giving them time to prepare before floodwaters arrives, thanks to new flood forecast services along the Richmond River.
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Byron High brings you SAAM – full of humour and chaos

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In the vein of a speculative sci-fi, this comedy misadventure is simultaneously relatable, playful, hilarious, and unnerving. SAAM will be performed for three nights by Byron Bay High’s Year 11 Drama troupe on 23, 25 and 26 June from 6.30pm.
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More comes out on Byron and Mullum pools saga

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The problem with Byron Shire councillors making decisions in confidential sessions ‘behind closed doors’ is that no-one knows what really happened apart from those in the room.
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Riparian restoration works sees improvements over four catchments

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Creeks and riverbanks damaged by the 2022 floods are being restored, thanks to the work of landowners and the NSW government Caring for Catchments program.
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Early childhood educators to receive 15pc pay rise

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The federal Labor government says it is investing a further $3.6 billion over the next two years to lock in the historic 15 cent pay rise for early childhood educators.
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A bit of fun to raise some funds

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Bobby Conn and Molly O’Neil, from Drover (either end) Paul Tansley from Stone & Wood (back) with Damian Farrell from Fletcher St Cottage pulling out his best Ray Charles moves. Join them and plenty of other performers at the 12th Festival of The Stone on Saturday, 20 June
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Will council support community participation in MHS development?

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This Thursday (today), Byron Shire Council (BSC) will be discussing the establishment of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Byron Shire Council and Homes NSW (HNSW) as well as the potential for a Community Assessment Panel for the old Mullumbimby Hospital site.
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Regional Seniors Travel Card to return if coalition win 2027 election

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Member for Tweed Geoff Provest (Nationals) says he will bring back the Regional Seniors Travel Card if his government is voted in at the March 2027 election.
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Vale William ‘Bill’ Ewen

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The funeral service for Marine Rescue Ballina volunteer William ‘Bill’ Ewen was held on Monday at Ballina RSL Club.
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Empowering women and girls

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Applications are now open for Northern Rivers Community Foundation's (NRCF) 2026 Empowering Women & Girls Grant, offering local not-for-profit organisations the opportunity to secure funding for projects that empower women and girls across the Northern Rivers.
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Big things are happening at The Paddock — and one of them has a flush

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There are two milestones worth celebrating at The Paddock this season as they push ahead with their innovative project.
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Byron Writers Festival reveals 30th anniversary program

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As August draws near and authors gear up for a big weekend in Byron Bay, Byron Writers Festival has revealed its complete program for its 30th anniversary edition
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Are retirement villages what Byron Bay needs?

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Developer DD Resort Living is seeking community feedback until June 18 on its proposed retirement living development in Byron Bay.
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New maternity unit at Grafton Base Hospital

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Pregnant women and their families across the Clarence Valley will benefit from an upgraded purpose-built maternity unit following a $20 million funding boost from the NSW government.
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Byron Council budget up for discussion as rates rise looms

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There is a potential 30 per cent or more rate rise in the wind for Byron Shire ratepayers by 2030. What’s needed is clear and concise budget documentation, accessible to your average ratepayer. It would seem the least Byron Shire Council (BSC) could provide in accordance with commitments to inform the community.
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Morrison Avenue a ‘disgrace’

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Local Mullumbimby residents are saying Byron Shire Council (BSC) needs to step up and fix Morrison Avenue properly.
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LECC find police failed in their duty in the death of Lindy Lucena

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The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission’s Operation Almas has criticised the police response to the violent death of Ballina woman Lindy Lucena at the hands of her partner in 2023.
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Pottsville Beach Community Hall celebrates 40 years

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The Pottsville Beach Community Hall is celebrating its 40th birthday and the whole community is invited to join the party.
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Remembering Pete Woolnough with song

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It is with great sadness that the community heard the news of the death of Peter Woolnough.
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Police chase stolen vehicle in Tweed, man charged

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Police say a man will face court today charged after an alleged pursuit in a stolen vehicle at Tweed Heads yesterday morning.
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Flood buyback homes, pods to be offered as social, transitional, crisis homes

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Buyback homes in the Northern Rivers are set to get a new lease of life as part of a housing reuse initiative by NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA) and Homes NSW.
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Tradie ladies graduate civil construction TAFE program

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Twelve Northern Rivers residents are celebrating the completion of a groundbreaking program designed to build essential skills and unlock employment pathways for women in civil construction.
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Calls for micro-abattoirs to boost food security

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Local farmers and food producers are calling on NSW Agriculture Minister Tara Moriarty and Minister for Small Business and the North Coast, Janelle Saffin, to work with farmers, industry and local communities to develop practical, evidence-based reforms that support a diverse, decentralised and resilient food production sector.
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Northern Rivers clubs shine at Clubs & Community Awards

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Club Lennox and Twin Towns were among Northern Rivers clubs recognised at the Clubs & Community Awards, held last Thursday in Sydney.
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Call for nominations for NSW Australian of the Year 2027

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Nominations are now open for the NSW Australian of the Year 2027.
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Tweed tip gets an upgrade

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A major upgrade of the Stotts Creek Resource Recovery Centre has been completed say Tweed Shire Council, 'transforming the Tweed's tip into a site that is easier to use and recovers far more material from landfill'.
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Investigation launched into assaults, torture of flotilla humanitarians

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The Australian Labor government has committed to undertaking an independent investigation into the assaults, sexual assaults and torture of humanitarians aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, according to a flotilla media spokesperson.
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Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens – where health grows

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The Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens is a calm, quiet, soothing place to stroll, relax, and recharge. Be still and some of the one hundred species of birds will shyly share their beautiful haven with you.
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Lismore rallies to save homes from demolition

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Around hundred residents met at the Lismore Quad on Saturday to demand the demolitions of heritage homes cease, the flood recovery promised is delivered, and that every person be housed.
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Appeal to locate wanted man Adam Richards

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Police are appealing for assistance to locate a man wanted on outstanding warrants in the Casino area.
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Marine Rescue volunteers assist disabled dive boat

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Volunteers and two vessels from Marine Rescue Point Danger safely assisted thirteen people to shore on Saturday afternoon after a commercial dive vessel experienced engine issues and was unable to safely cross the Tweed Bar.
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Discovering Byron’s influence on Australian music

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For a small regional area the Byron Shire and Northern Rivers have had an outsized impact on the culture and music in Australia.
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Call to end damaging native logging agreements

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North East Forest Alliance (NEFA) is calling on the NSW state government to reassess the Wood Supply Agreements (WSA) that facilitate native forest in NSW’s state forests.
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Questions remain over future of Bangalow Bowlo

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The Save Bangalow Bowlo Steering Committee (SBBSC) are seeking clarification on a number of issues in relation to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that formed the basis of the amalgamation between the Bangalow Bowlo and Norths Collective.
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Pups, people and police had a Dogly good time at Love Lennox

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This year's Love Lennox Festival went off with a bang and a bark as the much anticipated Dogly Fun Show took over the main stage area for plenty of K9 fun.
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Coolamon Baby supports Aboriginal mothers

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Coolamon Community supports new Aboriginal mothers by providing a no-strings-attached baby bundle via culturally-sensitive health workers.
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Fisherman dies at Evans Head

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NSW Police have reported that a fisherman has died after being swept off the rocks yesterday at Evans Head.
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Man charged with murder in Tweed

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A man and woman have been charged over their alleged involvement in the death of a man in Tweed Heads this morning, say NSW Police.
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Up to 550 homes pegged for Byron Shire’s newest suburb

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Community feedback is now sought on three planning documents that will shape the future of Gulgan Village, a new residential suburb proposed on the elevated slopes of Saddle Road. 
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In loving memory of Dr Tony Parkes AO PhD (1929 – 2026)

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Dr Tony Parkes AO PhD, one of Australia’s most visionary conservation leaders and a pioneering force in ecological restoration, passed away last Thursday at the age of 96. He spent his final months at Honey Bee Homes in Ewingsdale.
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Caring for community

The Echo - 0
The Rotary Club of Mullumbimby presented a cheque for $10,000 to the Brunswick Surf Life Saving Club (BSLSC) in support of its ongoing operations.
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Lismore shops enchanted for Lantern Parade

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Winners of Lismore’s Enchanted Windows comp have been announced, with The Two Ravens taking top spot. The comp is part of the city's Lantern Parade, to be held this Saturday, 20 June.
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AI: Artificial Intelligence, or Artificial Inflation?

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It feels as if AI is everywhere – whether it’s those intrusive bots on every website or every headline about how it’s either going to be a boon for humanity, or end us.
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