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Indigenous crime prevention program scrapped

The closure of an educational program for at-risk Aboriginal youth in the region is being suggested as one reason behind the recent jump in crime in the Northern Rivers.

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The AMA wants to modernise Medicare

The Australian Medical Association today launched its Modernise Medicare campaign, calling for reform to an out-of-date Medicare system to ensure Australian patients can get the care they need from their GP.

Israel, antisemitism and distinguishing between the two

I can understand why the author of the back page of last week’s Echo seeks to remain anonymous. The...

Law Enforcement Conduct Commission monitor Casino investigation

Following an alleged police pursuit and crash in Casino at 4.10am on Saturday, 25 January, 2025 the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission is independently monitoring the investigation of the critical incident.

Lismore Theatre from script-writing to stage – are you interested?

The Lismore Theatre Company has developed an exciting and innovative project and is calling all interested creative people wanting to learn new skills and have the opportunity to perform on stage. 

How to revive nature protection laws?

Following the Prime Minister’s dumping of nature protection laws this week, federal Greens candidate Mandy Nolan says the voters of Richmond deserve better.

Wholly Holy Holy

After more than a decade, five albums, and countless shows across Australia and beyond, Holy Holy – comprising producer...

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The Saddle Road and future traffic – a closer look

With up to 1,500 new homes and commercial expansion planned for the exclusive hilltop along The Saddle Road, The Echo sought to clarify Council’s traffic plans given new roads will be needed to accommodate the proposal.

Hidden disabilities recognised

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative was marked on December 3, with Byron Shire Council taking part in the global project that recognises the International Day of People with Disability. 

Byron’s new Council makes history

History was made at the Byron Council chambers last week when two First Nations women were sworn in as local councillors.

Mullum mechanic claims inadequate comms over parking loss

A Mullum business owner is standing firm on what he says is inadequate communication and questionable drainage changes around his shop, which has resulted...

Major land rezoning given the conditional tick

Council’s Residential Land Strategy 2041 has been conditionally approved by the Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure says Shannon Burt, Council’s Director Sustainable Environment and Economy.

Conflict claims rejected over Mullum’s future water plans 

The consultant who advises both Byron Council and water utility Rous has defended accusations that they have a perceived non-pecuniary conflict of interest in undertaking work for multiple clients.

Questions remain unanswered over Mullum’s water strategy

Council’s Water and Sewer Advisory Committee (WSAC) members Ben Fawcett and Elia Hauge say their concerns around Mullum’s future water strategy were never discussed,...

Byron Council candidates jostle for position

It was the type of motion that comes up at Byron Council quite regularly – a broad, uncontroversial political statement that is unlikely to make a difference in the grand scheme of things. 

Mayor defends promoting sale of Wallum lots

Is the role of mayor Michael Lyon as a negotiator with Wallum developers, Clarence Property, compromised? With talks with the developer yet to yield...

Editorial – If you haven’t got anything to hide…

It’s an odd Byron Shire Council that Mayor Michael Lyon, and acting General Manager (GM), Shannon Burt, lead.

Alarm raised over possible Varroa mite infestation

Tyagarah residents are alarmed at what they believe to be Varroa mite infested hives in the nature reserve.

Truth warriors of the fifth estate to the rescue

Before the revolution in 1789, France was divided into three estates. The first estate, the clergy, held great sway over society and the power to levy a ten per cent tax – the tithe…

Ban the banner

Flags on stands and banners are waving more and more. Outside cafes, food stands, shops, and pub owners seem to be adding some kind...

Backlash for Backlash

It’s about time Backlash stopped hiding in anonymity, even though editor Hans Lovejoy accepted responsibility for it last week when it copped criticism for...