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Australian politics transformed
Following an election like no other, Australia looks set to change course on climate and corruption, with the Coalition's Scott Morrison being prised from office and Anthony Albanese about to form a new Labor government with the support of Greens and teal independents.
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Corruption
Morrison is the loose unit with the economy! Here’s some excerpts from a long, long list of corruption by...
More traffic disruption for Lennox Head
The traffic and parking woes of Lennox are going to get worse before they get better (maybe) with temporary diversions announced by Ballina Shire Council, which will be in place from Tuesday until December.
All smiles at Ballina pre-poll
People were queued out the door at the pre-poll booth in Ballina Indoor Sports Centre yesterday, with brightly dressed volunteers and AEC officials offering assistance to voters.
Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Insights from the campaign trail
The election is almost here. Hooray.
It’s time we got down with Elvis Presley’s suggestion of ‘A little less conversation, a little more action, please.’
I’m a big fan of action.
I’ve been at this for 14 months, and as a writer who holds the ear of the community each week I’ve been cognizant not to turn this into a hostage situation. For twenty years I’ve talked about politics and social issues and shared insights into my personal experiences, but this is one journey where I’ve had to keep you locked out.
Cost of living and taxes
Why is there so much interest in stats and percentages? How does the average house price or rent translate...
The Richmond conundrum
The forthcoming federal election presents the Richmond electorate as an interesting conundrum. I do not believe the current leaders...
Stories about "Lone Wolf":
Alleged Lone Wolf bikie associate must enter plea to weapons charges
An alleged associate of the Lone Wolf outlaw motorcycle gang must enter a plea at his next court appearance over 74 charges relating to the illegal importation of weapons.
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Kevin Hogan returns for Page
Though the coalition government he represents is now in opposition, National Party candidate for Page, Kevin Hogan, has been returned to his seat and yesterday he released a statement to all media.
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A gold star campaign and a result full of hope
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It’s not surprising that Mandy Nolan got so many primary votes at Saturday’s election for the seat of Richmond – her campaign has been relentless and her volunteers all stellar.
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Tibetan anniversary
May 23 marks 71 years since the Chinese Communist Party and the People's Liberation Army invaded and commenced the ‘Liberation of Tibet’.
In the first...
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Richmond candidates 2022: The Greens, Mandy Nolan
Mandy Nolan needs little introduction to most readers of The Echo, where she has a weekly column. She is a comedian and journalist running as a candidate for The Greens in the federal seat of Richmond.
