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New data reveals NSW social housing waitlist blowout
A fresh analysis by Homelessness NSW reveals where people are waiting the longest for social housing, sparking calls to double the supply of social homes and boost services funding.
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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...
Wallum urban development back in court
The company behind the Wallum housing development in Brunswick Heads is once again taking Byron Council to court, this time for allegedly holding up its planned earthworks at the site in an unlawful manner.
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.
Wallum
It is, at best, amusing, but mostly disappointing, to see The Echo reporting on the mayoral minute to Council...
Blaming Queensland again
I was astounded to read Mandy Nolan’s article ‘Why The Nude Beach Is A Wicked Problem’, in which she...
Domestic violence service calls for urgent action to address crisis
Relationships Australia NSW is calling for urgent intervention from the NSW government to address men’s violence against women, following the horrific murder of Molly Ticehurst.
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Mary Donnelly celebrates 100
Mary Donnelly turned 100 on September 28, and to celebrate, a lunch with family and friends was held at the Mullum Courthouse Hotel on Saturday.
Election 2023 – Lismore: Matthew Bertalli for the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party
Living and working on the western edge of the Seat of Lismore, Matthew Bertalli will stand in the March election for the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party.
It’s a new dawn, on a new day, in a new year…
Though rain on the horizon put an end to a growing semi-circle in the sky at dawn, the wash of colours and the anticipation of the new year kept the hundreds gathered at Cape Byron happy for the most easterly point's first light for 2023.
Gallery: Pooch picnic in Federal
A gallery of Jeff 'Not poached, pooched' doggo photos to make your Friday a happy place.
Party kits to celebrate sustainably
Ballina Shire Council and Richmond Tweed Regional Libraries have joined forces to offer reusable kids’ party kits, as part of their ongoing commitment to reduce single use items across the shire.
Police warn Schoolies ‘Be COVID-Safe’
A message from senior officers at Tweed/Byron Police District for 2020 end of school celebrations is reminding school leavers from across NSW and interstate who have travelled to Byron Bay and other parts of Northern NSW to stay COVID-Safe.
Police ‘disappointed’ by 1,000+ partygoers at Wilsons Creek
Police were reminding buskers last week in Byron Bay that Byron Shire Council has extended the suspension of Busking permits in the Byron Bay CBD until July 31, owing to the possibility of attracting large crowds, in breach of the current restrictions.
National News
Domestic violence service calls for urgent action to address crisis
Relationships Australia NSW is calling for urgent intervention from the NSW government to address men’s violence against women, following the horrific murder of Molly Ticehurst.
Local News
Menacing dog declaration revoked
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After an emotional deputation from the owner of the dog involved, Ballina Shire Council has this morning revoked a menacing dog declaration for the kelpie Lilo, which was brought into effect following a bite in July 2022.
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More Byron CBD height exceedance approved
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Two multi-storey mixed-use developments with a combined value of $36.2 million have been approved for the centre of Byron Bay, despite both exceeding height limits for that part of the Shire.
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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.
