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Mullumbimby railway station burns down
At around midnight last night, a fire started which engulfed the old Mullumbimby railway station. It's been twenty years since the last train came through, but the building has been an important community hub, providing office space for a number of organisations, including COREM, Mullum Music Festival and Social Futures.
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Not enough letters like this about Gaza in The Echo?
The Echo’s studied indifference to the plight of the Palestinians and its reluctance to publish letters on the subject...
Jungle Juice – squeezing the most out of life!
Four years ago, Guido and Natalia Annoni decided to swap the rat race for the jungle – heading north...
Blaming Queensland again
I was astounded to read Mandy Nolan’s article ‘Why The Nude Beach Is A Wicked Problem’, in which she...
Editorial – What are the people doing in your neighbourhood?
If you are stuck for something to do this Thursday, why not take part in local democracy?
Press release vs Save Wallum views
The Echo editor (page 1, 10 April) might need to consider the role of a journalist – particularly that...
REDinc’s new Performing Arts Centre is go!
It’s been a long wait, but two years on from the 2022 flood REDinc in Lismore have announced the official opening of a new Performing Arts Centre.
Stories about "2014 New Years Eve gig guide":
Rhythm and Cutloose at the Beachy
One, is the prolific club mash DJ of Australia. The other, drum and beatbox specialist. Together they are bringing you a Drums and Turntable show unlike any other with a style they call Partybass.
Rochelle Lees and the crew
One of the many hot bands on the scene, their new lineup is described as one of their best yet, with a strong rhythm section, a guitarist that roars, plus top male and female vocals and harmonies.
Innocent Bystanders on New Years Eve
The Innocent Bystanders are a classic rock cover band playing 60s to 90s music and a sprinkling of now.
The band was established in 1995...
Candy for your ears
Promoting their second studio album Rollin' Down the Highway, Ear Candy write, perform and produce their varying styles of original music from their home-based studio in Brisbane.
Glenn Massey and The Thread see in 2014 at Eltham
Glenn has been playing guitar and singing since the age of seven.
From the right side of the street
Stevenson St. is a dynamic four piece covers band based in South-East Queensland who play top 40 tunes from the sixties through to the latest radio hits.
Nicky’s New Year at Chinderah
Nicky is very passionate about her music, she will blow you away with her amazing voice and captivating, catchy compositions you won’t be able to shake out of your head and leave you wanting more.
Marshall OKell & The Pride in the centre of Byron
Marshall OKell has an exciting new project and new band, Marshall OKell & The Pride.
A tribute to Johnny and June
Covering the lengthy musical career of Johnny Cash, including his many duets with the love of his life June Carter-Cash, Cashville serves up convincing renditions of their combined greatest hits and album track favourites to deliver an authentic Tribute Show.
Tijuana Cartel rolls into Bruns
Tijuana Cartel have been on the road for years now and as many know that road can take a toll.
Byron Echo
Flood insurance inquiry’s North Coast hearings
A public hearing into insurers’ responses to the 2022 flood was held in Lismore last Thursday, with one local insurance brokerage business owner describing the compact that exists between insurers and society as ‘broken’.
Local News
Getting ready for the 24/25 bush fire season
This year’s official NSW Bush Fire Danger Period closed on March 21. Essential Energy says its thoughts are now turned toward to the 2024-25 season, and it has begun surveying its powerlines in and around the North Coast region.
Local News
Keeping watch on Tyalgum Road
Residents keen to stay up to date on the status of the temporary track at Tyalgum Road – particularly during significant rain events – are urged to sign up to a new SMS alert system launched by Tweed Shire Council.
Byron Echo
Blaming Queensland again
I was astounded to read Mandy Nolan’s article ‘Why The Nude Beach Is A Wicked Problem’, in which she implied that it may largely...
