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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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‘No-one ever came back but all reports indicate it’s lovely,’ and so begins this wickedly funny play about death and motherhood. Directed by the Drill’s accomplished artistic director, Liz Chance, Ghosting the Party tells the story of three generations of women who face questions of mortality and life with rigour, honesty and humour.

It’s MardiGrass!

This year is Nimbins 32nd annual MardiGrass and you’d reckon by now ‘weed’ be left alone. The same helicopter raids, the disgusting, and completely unfair, saliva testing of drivers, and we’re still not allowed to grow our own plants. We can all access legal buds via a doctor, most of it imported from Canada, but we can’t grow our own. There’s something very wrong there.

Ignite your creativity at Mullum Laneways Festival

This year’s Mullum Laneways Festival, to be held on May 4 and 5, promises to be a feast for the senses, set to captivate visitors of all ages. On Sunday, May 5 everyone is encouraged to immerse themselves in the heart of the Festival, as Burringbar Street is transformed into a vibrant tapestry of music, dance, art, and more.This is a free event, funded by local sponsorship and a gala fundraising event on Saturday, May 4.

eSafety commissioner granted legal injunction as X refuses to hide violent content

Australia’s Federal Court has granted the eSafety commissioner a two-day legal injunction to compel X, Elon Musk’s social media platform, to hide posts showing graphic content of the Wakeley church stabbing in Sydney.

Geologist warns groundwater resource is ‘shrinking’

A new book about Australian groundwater, soil and water has been published by geologist Philip John Brown.

Buzz Byron Bay, brewing unforgettable moments with a tuk-tuk twist

In the charming coastal haven of Byron Bay, where laid-back vibes meet bespoke experiences, there’s a new buzz in...

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Celebrating Tweed Museum’s 20th anniversary with all and everything

A stunning new exhibition has opened to celebrate the Tweed Regional Museum's 20th anniversary – Omnia: all and everything.

Has the state government responded effectively to the 2022 flood and other disasters? 

The NSW Reconstruction Authority (NSW RA) is under examination to look at how it has managed the response to the 2022 floods and other disasters.

Want to be heard on flood insurance? Flood insurance inquiry to be held in Lismore

When the floods devastated the Northern Rivers in 2022 many people, for the first time, had to contact their insurers and ask for help.

Murwillumbah’s Rebecca Whan recognised for tireless work post 2022 floods

Murwillumbah was severely impacted by the 2022 floods and it was a huge community effort to support, rescue and inspire everyone to move forward. 

17 short films on ‘making’ to hit the screen in Murwillumbah 

Join in the upcoming short film festival at the Regent Cinema in Murwillumbah is looking at uncovering the traditions, skills and consequences of ‘making’.

Appointments for free breastscreen van in Mur’bah next month

Around ninety per cent of women diagnosed with breast cancer have no family history of the disease.

Police charge Murwillumbah man over farm theft

A 44-year-old Murwillumbah man is charged with stealing around $30,000 worth of irrigation pipe and equipment from a commercial fruit and vegetable farm in Cudgen.

Councillors highlight importance of community feedback on housing in Tweed

Tweed Shire’s Mayor Chris Cherry has made it clear that the Growth Management & Housing Strategy about to go on exhibition is open to significant change as a result of community feedback. 

Art Imitates Life

Murwillumbah artist Martin Munz, whose work has been shown around the world, has his exhibition opening, Art Imitates Life, today at MIST Gallery, Cabarita. 

‘Stay informed’ – NSW SES Flood Advice for Northern Rivers

The NSW SES advises people in Lismore, Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, Byron Bay, Casino and Kyogle to 'STAY INFORMED' about predicted dangerous and unexpected flash flooding on the Northern Rivers.

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.

Tugun tunnel work at Tweed Heads – road diversion

Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from Sunday on the Pacific Motorway, Tweed Heads.

Driver charged following Coffs Harbour fatal crash

A driver has been charged following a fatal crash in the Coffs Harbour area yesterday.

Geologist warns groundwater resource is ‘shrinking’

A new book about Australian groundwater, soil and water has been published by geologist Philip John Brown.