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Peter Garrett gives Bluesfest the nod

If I say the words ‘US Forces give the nod’, I can pretty much guarantee that you will hear the unmistakable voice of Peter Garrett ringing in your ears. Your head may even start to bob up and down a bit. 

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Terania blockade film to support Wallum cause

A film about Australia’s first environmental confrontation, which occured at Terania Creek near Nimbin, will screen on Friday, 22 March from 7pm at Brunswick Picture House as a fundraiser for the Save Wallum campaign. 

Richmond Valley Rail Trail grand opening

The latest leg of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail opened in style on Saturday, with hundreds of two-wheeled travel enthusiasts spinning along the newly opened 13.4 kilometre section from Casino to Bentley.

Editorial – Let’s do the development dance!

Some good questions were raised by residents at last week’s Council meeting – and were ‘taken on notice’ by Mayor, Michael Lyon.

Superbowls

Superbowls is your go-to spot for a burst of woodfired flavour! Nestled in Byron Arts and Industry Estate, the...

Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Why Being Seen is Beautiful

There is something profound about being seen. Being accepted and loved for exactly who you are. It’s life changing. It’s simple. It’s transformative. But some people don’t get to experience this. Nearly half of transgender Australians have attempted suicide.That data tells the very real impact of discrimination, stigma and lack of access to gender-affirming surgery. I write this as a woman who was born a woman, who identifies as a woman. I’ll admit, that even in that gender role, that fits within the societal binary, I’ve had my own challenges.

Fresh air federal funds for Northern Rivers schools in need

Eighteen schools in the Northern Rivers division of Richmond have received $25,000 each as part of the federal government’s School Upgrade Fund, Labor Member for Richmond Justine Elliot said last week.

April 6, 2022

Byron Shire Echo issue 36.43 – April 6, 2022

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Brookfarm recycling breakthrough

Brookfarm’s muesli pouches are about to all become recyclable in the yellow bin using groundbreaking new technology, developed from their research, that revolutionises the recycling of such ‘pouches’.

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Failure of communications

Jim Gamack, Secretary – Tweed Heads ALP Branch At the March 2022 meeting of the Tweed Heads Branch of the ALP it was resolved to call on the Minister for Communications, Mr Paul Fletcher (MP), to institute an inquiry...

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New site and dates for Writers Festival

This year’s Byron Writers Festival, is set to take place August 26—28 at a new location, North Byron Parklands in Yelgun.

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Indigenous Minister pressured over Dunoon Dam consultation

NSW Nationals MLC Ben Franklin was recently pressured over his lack of consultation with Indigenous custodians regarding the contentious Dunoon Dam proposal.

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Scott Ludlam: you can take the man out of the fight…

Interviewing Scott Ludlam is hard – it’s a case of who gets to ask the most questions. Ludlam is intensely interested in the unfolding situation in Lismore on the eve of the second town-centre evacuation in a month, and he wants to know why – ‘Why is this happening?’.

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Holiday letting promise unfulfilled

The NSW Planning Minister, Anthony Roberts (Liberal), has avoided honouring his 2019 commitment to cap holiday letting to 90 days in parts of Byron Shire

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All ears for film festival

The Bangalow Film Festival is moving its screenings to the A&I Hall to keep you cosy and covered from April 10 till 14.

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Nathan Jones announces candidacy for fed election

Cudgen resident, small business owner, and Surf Life Saving volunteer, Nathan Jones, has put himself forward for the upcoming federal election as an Independent.

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Byron biz on edge for Easter as mop-up continues

Fears of yet another damaging deluge in and around the Shire this week are easing, with the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) predicting heavy falls for Friday only.

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Ready, set, gooooo Bluesfest!

Floods, pandemics, 11th-hour ministerial interventions… Bluesfest seems to have copped it all over the past three years. Now, finally, it seems the show will go on. Despite parts of the Bluesfest site at Tyagarah going under during last week’s torrential downpour,...

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Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Open letter to holiday makers

You are welcome to visit, but we are in this conflicted position you see. Our community depends on you coming here. Our businesses need you. But could you help us out? Maybe, instead of us looking for other options for our region’s homeless, maybe you could bring a tent with you? Hire an RV? Bring a caravan? Hell, why not buy one and leave it here!

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Interview with Brad Kora from L.A.B. work

L.A.B was formed in 2017 by drummer and producer, Brad Kora, following his split from much-loved New Zealand dub/electronic stalwarts ‘Kora’. L.A.B also comprises brother Stu (also of Kora), Joel Shadbolt (Batucada Sound Machine), former Katchafire bassist Ara Adams-Tamatea, and keyboardist Miharo Gregory....

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Entertainment in the Byron Shire for the week beginning 6 April,...

Fantastic things to do all over the Shire and beyond

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Sustainable distillery

Cape Byron Distillery, home of Australia’s beloved Brookie’s Byron Gin, has joined B Corp, a global movement of community-focused businesses and organisations certified to have sustainable and ethical business practices.  If your friends were previously sceptical when you suggested a...

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Byron Bay Blue Lotus

If you are looking for a special cut flower you won’t find in any florist, or something unique for an occasion, your first stop should be Liz Lualdi’s Byron Bay Blue Lotus stall at Mullumbimby Farmers Market.  The aquatic flowers,...

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Save Wallum finalist in NSW 2024 environment awards

The Save Wallum campaign has been named as a finalist in the Nature Conservation Council of NSW Environment Awards 2024. The award ceremony will be held in Sydney tonight, and Save Wallum spokesperson and ecologist James Barrie will be attending with Tegan Kitt, another founding member of the group.

New report highlights gaps in rural and remote health

The second annual Royal Flying Doctor Service ‘Best for the Bush, Rural and remote Health Base Line’ report has just been released. Presenting the latest data on the health of rural and remote Australians and evidence on service gaps, it identifies issues in urgent need of attention from service providers, funders, partners and policy makers.

UK court seeks assurances from US over Julian Assange

The UK High Court of Justice has released a 66 page judgement seeking more information from the United States relating to Australian citizen Julian Assange, which it says it needs before deciding whether to grant the WikiLeaks founder leave to appeal his extradition.

Safety and preparation saves lives on the water

A large number of boaters are expected to hit the water over the Easter long weekend and Marine Rescue NSW is reminding boaters to be prepared and log on to the Marine Rescue NSW app.