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Entertainment in the Byron Shire and beyond for the week beginning July 28, 2021
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Local Labor
Asren Pugh, Labor candidate for Mayor
Labor has a very long and proud history as part of the Byron Shire community...
Beach going, going…
Len Bates, Mullumbimby
I have noticed in the last few years that the poly fibre bags being used to protect the...
US promises to return Assange to Australia a ‘trick’ says father
Lawyers for the US said Judge Baraitser ought to have sought assurances for Mr Assange’s safety in the US prison system during the extradition trial.
COVID fragments in Byron’s sewage – have symptoms? Get tested
Do you live in Byron Bay, Wategos, Suffolk Park, Sunrise, or Broken Head? If you have any COVID symptoms or have potentially been exposed get tested.
Regional Lions Club funding gets a new 10-seater for the Rainbow Dragons
Ross Kendall
The Rainbow Region Dragon Boat Club (RRDBC) will have a new, 10-seater boat for competition training thanks to...
Old Byron Hospital DA on exhibition
Plans are finally in for the redevelopment of the old Byron Hospital that will facilitate its transformation into a much-needed community hub.
Stories about "suspended":
‘A very emotional day’ – Police suspend search for Théo Hayez
NSW Police have officially suspended the search for Belgian backpacker Theo Hayez, meaning that officers and emergency services will undertake no further physical searching unless or until new information comes to light.
Local News
Navigating through laws around business lockdowns
A flyer circulating within the community is making claims against the government's COVID-19 powers, and provides supporting legislation, claiming the information provided is to...
Byron Echo
Highest Hapki yusul award given to former Rosebank resident
Ross Kendall
Jarrod Taylor has received the Ninth Dan – the highest award in Hapki yusul, the martial art from which Hapkido is derived, from...
Byron Echo
Opportunities aplenty for young rugby standout
Ross Kendall
Mullumbimby 16-year-old, Raife McKenzie, is a rising star rugby player who has had a big year after winning the country championship, being selected...
Byron Echo
Interview with Felix Riebl from the Cat Empire
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One of the most danceable outfits in the lineup, The Cat Empire make a welcome return to Bluesfest 2021 with their infectious, genre-embracing anthems and a world-class, awe-inspiring show. Last week Seven caught up with co-founder, band leader and principal songwriter, Felix Riebl, from his lockdown hidey hole in Melbourne.
