Copyright © 2024, The Echo
Latest News
Peter Garrett gives Bluesfest the nod
If I say the words ‘US Forces give the nod’, I can pretty much guarantee that you will hear the unmistakable voice of Peter Garrett ringing in your ears. Your head may even start to bob up and down a bit.
Other News
It’s a biggest little town festival!
Supporters, performers, and volunteers gathered to launch the Mullum Laneways Festival 2024 last Friday.
Superbowls
Superbowls is your go-to spot for a burst of woodfired flavour! Nestled in Byron Arts and Industry Estate, the...
Zoom meeting
Just to clarify the report that Michael Lyon now declares ‘no’ to developing Ann St and New City Road....
Mayoral casting vote gets Lismore’s Affordable Housing Strategy over the line
At the recent Lismore City Council meeting former Mayor Vanessa Ekins and councillor Elly Bird moved the motion to introduce an Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme and submit it to the state government for a gateway determination.
Laid-back but lively
Ooz is an acoustic roots reggae artist with a large, eclectic repertoire of crowd favourites. His unique, laid-back but lively style creates a relaxed atmosphere and his song choices have you remembering many of those forgotten classics.
Bay FM community radio celebrates digital upgrade
Volunteers from Byron and across the Northern Rivers celebrated nearly $100,000 worth of new studio equipment at Bay FM Community Radio station on the weekend.
Stories about "#Magpies":
Byron Magpies fly high to win premiership
The Byron Magpies senior men’s AFL team have won the 2023 premiership in fine style by beating Port Macquarie 14.12-96–5.9-39 in the grand final of the NSW North Coast League, played at Coffs Harbour Stadium last Saturday.
Mixed fortunes for Byron Bay AFL as finals loom
The Byron Bay Magpies senior men’s team have sealed the 2023 North Coast AFL minor premiership after posting a good win over Port Macquarie,...
Local News
Save Wallum finalist in NSW 2024 environment awards
The Save Wallum campaign has been named as a finalist in the Nature Conservation Council of NSW Environment Awards 2024. The award ceremony will be held in Sydney tonight, and Save Wallum spokesperson and ecologist James Barrie will be attending with Tegan Kitt, another founding member of the group.
National News
New report highlights gaps in rural and remote health
The second annual Royal Flying Doctor Service ‘Best for the Bush, Rural and remote Health Base Line’ report has just been released. Presenting the latest data on the health of rural and remote Australians and evidence on service gaps, it identifies issues in urgent need of attention from service providers, funders, partners and policy makers.
World News
UK court seeks assurances from US over Julian Assange
David Lowe - 0
The UK High Court of Justice has released a 66 page judgement seeking more information from the United States relating to Australian citizen Julian Assange, which it says it needs before deciding whether to grant the WikiLeaks founder leave to appeal his extradition.
Local News
Safety and preparation saves lives on the water
A large number of boaters are expected to hit the water over the Easter long weekend and Marine Rescue NSW is reminding boaters to be prepared and log on to the Marine Rescue NSW app.