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Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Show Us the Money
Right now Australian households are in a cost-of-living crisis. Basically it means that the cost of everyday essentials is rising much faster than the average household income. According to Expatisan, a collaborative cost-of-living database, Australia is the ninth most expensive country to live in out of 66.
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Competitive cycling to kids sessions at first-ever Lismore Cycling Festival
The first-ever bumper two-day Lismore Cycling Festival will take place in Lismore in early October.
Lisa Parkes wins gold at World OCR Championships in Costa Rica
Local athlete, Lisa Parkes, has proven that age is no barrier to success, winning a gold medal in the 15km race at the World Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) Championships in Costa Rica.
Longboard titles held in Tweed
The Australian Longboard Titles are wrapping up on the Tweed coast. Surfing Australia contest director, Glen Elliott, says, ‘The...
More light election reading: candidate Q&A with Byron Shire’s peak community/residents’ group, CABS
The peak body representing community and residents’ groups, Community Alliance for Byron Shire (CABS), have posed the following questions to councillor candidates. All candidates replied to CABS/The Echo except mayor Michael Lyon.
New Byron CBD development underway by JD Property Group
To mark commencement of construction for the Secret Garden Residences, a groundbreaking ceremony was held last week.
Quick fact check
Dear Echo,
Councillor Pugh cites on page 6 of last week’s Echo an outcome that he and I achieved in...
Stories about "argument":
Historic Lennox shed saved after years of arguing
After what seems like an endless, acrimonious debate, Ballina Shire Council resolved at its last meeting to save and restore the 70 year old Lennox beach shed/pavilion/eyesore/beloved relic.
Byron Echo
Locavore at The Hive: a commitment to regenerative organic meat
Brooklet Springs Farm’s move to the Byron Bay Arts and Industry Estate marks a significant milestone in this local family’s farming journey. The transition...
Byron Echo
Unveiling Elements of Byron’s ‘Native Menu’: a wildly sophisticated dining experience
Elements of Byron, Byron Bay’s only luxury beachfront resort, invites locals and guests to embark on a culinary journey like no other with its...
Byron Echo
Rosetta: stylish, welcoming deli, bar and bistro
Rosetta Deli & Bistro is a new gem nestled in the heart of Mullumbimby, offering an inviting escape for those looking to enjoy good...
Byron Echo
Longboard titles held in Tweed
The Australian Longboard Titles are wrapping up on the Tweed coast. Surfing Australia contest director, Glen Elliott, says, ‘The six-day event will take place...
