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Gambian: ‘State budget must encourage uptake of electric vehicles’
The Nature Conservation Council has launched a campaign to accelerate the uptake of electric vehicles in NSW, with a video and a petition.
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Developers aim to double Bayside suburb
Developers seeking to double the size of Bayside, a small suburb on the outskirts of Brunswick Heads, have responded to Echo questions around potential traffic congestion and the lack of open spaces.
NSW Govt overhauls Crown land management
A management plan that will impact approximately 42 per cent, or around 34 million hectares of NSW, has been announced by the NSW government.
Byron Golf Clubs Crowns New Ladies Foursome
Kerry Lollback and Joan Neate will have their names added to the Byron Bay Ladies Foursomes Champions board after winning the 27-hole championship held at Byron Bay golf Club.
Three men stabbed in Goonellabah
Police say a man has been charged and will face court, while three men remain in hospital following an alleged stabbing yesterday.
Cartoon of the week – 8 June, 2021
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Bruns massive development
Russell Eldridge, Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads is about to be hit with its biggest development upheaval in decades, with the re-emergence...
Stories about "Vinnie":
Are Vinnies stores an essential service?
With many people out of work or soon to be out of work, lack of government support in some areas will mean that volunteer support services will be playing a major role in keeping the country going over the near foreseeable future.
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Two WRHS rescue flights from Tabulam in one day
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service (WRHS) say they travelled to Tabulam twice yesterday in separate incidents in the town.
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Drug and firearm offences – Tweed Heads
Police say a man has appeared in court after allegedly being found in possession of firearms, drugs and nearly $10,000 cash in Tweed Heads.
Byron Echo
Roar
Kate Coxall, BSC Green candidate, Wilsons Creek
In response to the silencing tactics of unaware and privileged men in last week’s Echo, I say ‘No’.
We, as women,...
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Big donation and new poetry competition for BR4R
David Lowe - 0
Local community group Ballina Region for Refugees is having a big month, with a major anonymous donation amongst other news.
