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I was disappointed to see the recent Cosmos magazine article published in The Echo.
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Housing crisis demands Greens–Labor ceasefire
One outcome of the recent local election is that Greens and Labor now have a supermajority of 6–3 on Byron Council.
Learn how to respond in an emergency
The Mullumbimby SES Unit is holding a workshop at the end of the month to inform women in the community about things they can do to protect themselves and their homes.
Thunderstorm risk for Northern Rivers and SE Qld
The Bureau of Meteorology is warning that severe thunderstorms could bring damaging wind, heavy rain and large hail to parts of northern NSW and South East Queensland tonight (Tuesday 8 October) and also tomorrow.
Centre stage at Bruns
Mark your calendars for an extraordinary night of adventure as the internationally acclaimed Radical Reels Film Tour makes its highly anticipated return to the House. In an exceptional showcase of homegrown talent, this year’s line-up features something truly special – an inspiring Australian story that’s capturing attention worldwide.
Medicinal cannabis company finalist in export awards
Locally-based medicinal cannabis company, ANTG, has been selected as a finalist in the Regional Exporter category for the 2024 Premier’s NSW Export Awards.
National Circus Festival wraps
The National Circus Festival has drawn its final curtain for 2024, wrapping up a weekend brimming with breathtaking performances, laughter, and community spirit at the Mullumbimby Showground.
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Teenager dead after stabbing at Corindi Beach
An investigation is underway by detectives attached to Coffs-Clarence Police District after a teenage boy died after being stabbed overnight.
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Tweed mayoral news
Aslan Shand - 3
You would be excused for thinking that the Tweed Shire mayoral and deputy-mayoral election was underwhelming if you watched yesterday’s Tweed Shire Council (TSC) meeting. But the furore that has erupted since on social media paints a very different picture.
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Wallum case delayed
The Federal Court of Australia has amended the dates of the highly anticipated legal proceedings for Save Wallum Incorporated v Clarence Property Corporation Limited Anon, to 21-28 February 2025.
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Byron Shire Council starts the term with a song
Eve Jeffery - 4
Yesterday the new Byron Shire mayor and eight councillors took their seats in the Council Chambers in Mullumbimby to declare an affirmation to serve the community, and to outline some of their ideas.
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Dr Google and the crosswords
When Stephen Clarke’s crosswords first appeared I too found them hard.
But after persevering and with a bit of help from Dr Google, I have...