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COVID update: a new Byron case, Aquarius and Community Support Accommodation
The Northern NSW Local Health District says there was one new case of COVID-19 was reported for NNSWLHD to 8pm, November 25. This case is located in the Byron Local Government Area, a traveller from outside the region and e is not associated with the Aquarius Backpackers.
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From ‘struggle street’ to Ballina’s only woman running for mayor: Cr Cadwallader’s Echo Q&A
Independent Ballina Shire Councillor Sharon Cadwallader is the only woman in the shire running for mayor and arguably one of the most competitive candidates.
Why we should vote with preferences in council elections
Preference can make a difference when we vote in the upcoming Council elections on Saturday December 4th.
Mandy Nolan’s Soapbox: Coming out of the Cave
It was 2018, and in this crisis we witnessed the best that the world can be. We all watched in nervous anticipation as cave diving hobbyists from around the world became experts in a rescue never before attempted. It showed the power of collaboration for a higher purpose. It showed true courage; of the men who risked their lives in the complex underground maze of caves, of the boys who maintained the most incredible calm, and of the parents who never gave up hope.
Two new COVID cases on the Tweed
The Northern NSW Local Health District Northern NSW Local Health District have announced this afternoon that there were two new cases of COVID-19 reported for NNSWLHD to 8pm, November 21.
Leigh Thomas says political affiliations not relevant to Council decision making
Leigh Thomas is the lead candidate for Group M running in the upcoming Tweed Shire Council elections. Mr Thomas...
Wannabe mayors – Byron
Entertaining as it is to learn we have a brace of Saggas, a lone Goat, a mix ‘n match...
Stories about "rascism":
Australia’s bastardry
Gareth W R Smith, Byron Bay
Australia has a long string of racist and anti-humanitarian policies. These range from its treatment of Aboriginal people, complicity...
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Kingscliff Public School gets long-awaited upgrade
If you were wondering what is happening at Kingscliff Public School, construction is well underway on an upgrade.
Byron Echo
Community carers and responders program launched
Following the recent second anniversary of the bushfires that hit our region, Resilient Byron say they are proud to announce the beginning of their...
Local News
Leigh Thomas says political affiliations not relevant to Council decision making
Leigh Thomas is the lead candidate for Group M running in the upcoming Tweed Shire Council elections. Mr Thomas is a member of the...
Local News
When we get to 95 per cent vaccination, this will happen
Just when we were getting used to the current COVID roadmap, it has changed directions. Adjustments to previous settings scheduled for this milestone were announced yetserday.
