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Housing not industrial precinct say Lismore locals
Locals from Goonellabah and Lindendale have called out the proposed Goonellabah industrial precinct at 1055A Bruxner Hwy and 245 Oliver Ave as being the wrong use of the site.
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Rebuilding communities from Lennox and Evans Head to Coraki and Woodburn
In February and March 2022, our region was subject to a series of weather events that causeed one of the nation’s worst recorded flood disasters. The economic impact of a natural disaster can be felt far beyond the damage to housing and infrastructure.
Blockades continue as councillors wave next Wallum certificate through
A second subdivision works certificate for the Wallum estate was signed off by a majority of councillors last week, who again argued that they have no legal standing to further impede an approved development.
Menacing dog declaration revoked
After an emotional deputation from the owner of the dog involved, Ballina Shire Council has this morning revoked a menacing dog declaration for the kelpie Lilo, which was brought into effect following a bite in July 2022.
Foodie road-trip paradise: Harvest Food Trail
Calling all food and farm enthusiasts, the iconic Harvest Food Trail is happening soon, over four days from May...
Gabriella Cohen in Bruns
Gabriella Cohen, Australia’s folk darling, is coming to Brunswick Picture House to perform a one-off intimate solo show on Saturday. Known for her magnetic performances, off-hand charm and pop sensibilities, Gabriella plays music that is all-at-once laid-back, tongue-in-cheek, and peppered with the sweet sounds of ‘60s girl groups.
Sustainable power from carbon dioxide?
University of Queensland researchers have built an experimental generator which they claim absorbs carbon dioxide (CO2) to make electricity.
Stories about "banks":
NAB Mullumbimby to close as federal inquiry continues
National Australia Bank (NAB), one of the nation's largest and most profitable banks, is closing its Mullumbimby branch on June 18.
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?’.
Is your money safe in the bank?
Questions are still being raised over the risk to individual and small business deposits and savings under the new laws relating to what resources can be used to bail out banks in financial trouble.
Money creation a scam
David Hall, Ocean Shores
All money these days is loaned into existence. A simple equation 'Loan made = Loan repaid' is do-able. But interest is...
Thus Spake Mungo: Banks are bastards
The loathing of the banks as the greedy, uncaring Mr Moneybags is why a very large proportion of the current Australian population is prepared to back Bill Shorten’s call for a royal commission into the bastards.
Which bank is about to exit Mullumbimby?
One of the big four banks is about to remove its shingle from a Mullumbimby shopfront. Find out what is in store for its account-holders.
Mining companies in bed with banks
Trish Mann, Burringbar What do climate change, banks and mining companies have in common? It appears that for some businesses increasing drought, fire and flood events help their bottom line.
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A fond farewell to Mungo’s crosswords
This week we sadly publish the last of Mungo MacCallum’s puzzles. Before he died in 2020 Mungo compiled a large archive of crosswords for The Echo.
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Tugun tunnel work at Tweed Heads – road diversion
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from Sunday on the Pacific Motorway, Tweed Heads.
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Driver charged following Coffs Harbour fatal crash
A driver has been charged following a fatal crash in the Coffs Harbour area yesterday.
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Geologist warns groundwater resource is ‘shrinking’
A new book about Australian groundwater, soil and water has been published by geologist Philip John Brown.