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Heart and Song Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra with soprano, Gaynor Morgan
Join us for an enchanting afternoon as Byron Music Society proudly presents ‘Heart and Song.’ Prepare to be immersed in a program meticulously crafted by the Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra, showcasing a world premiere composition. Well-known soprano, Gaynor Morgan, will be premiering a setting of poems by Seamus Heaney and Robert Graves, skilfully arranged for soprano, harp, cello and string orchestra by prominent Northern Rivers musician Nicholas Routley.
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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.
Cockroach climate
The cockroaches in the Byron Council offices are experiencing bright daylight at night. They are trying to determine whether...
Wallum ponds
There are currently two proposed developments in the Byron Shire that will endanger, if not locally exterminate, frog species.
Many...
Reclaiming childhood in the ‘device age’
A century and a half ago, the visionary Henry David Thoreau declared people had become ‘the tool of their tools.’ In this device-driven age of smartphones, social media, and artificial intelligence, few observations could be seen as more prescient.
Not enough letters like this about Gaza in The Echo?
The Echo’s studied indifference to the plight of the Palestinians and its reluctance to publish letters on the subject...
Some spending cannot be questioned
The euphemisms were flying when Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles announced last week that an extra $50 billion would be spent on our military over the next decade, and that $72.8 billion of already announced spending would be redirected.
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COVID-19 update: April 9 – 11
The Northern NSW Local Health District report that for the weekend up until 4pm yesterday, 10 April, there were 1,246 new cases of COVID-19 including 272 positive PCR tests and 663 positive rapid antigen tests.
Weekend Roundup May 22
There is a huge line-up of awesome acts hitting the area this weekend and one of the great gigs will b e Bullhorn at the Brewery on Saturday.
Weekend Roundup May 8
We love and adore Dustin Thomas, because he's, well, lovable and adorable! Dustin is just oe of the great acts lined up for this weekend in the north…
Weekend Roundup May 1
The northern rivers is known for birthing talent that spreads onto the national and world stage and Byron Bay hardcore/metal band In Hearts Wake are on that track. They are just the tip of the iceberg for this weekend's fun.
Weekend Roundup April 24
Kathryn Jones is kicking some sass up on Saturday with a potpourri of musical stiles including rockabilly, jump blues, western swing, slack key, coastal country and folk in another weekend of great entertainment.
Weekend Roundup April 17
Howie Howie Howie collects songs like some people collect antiques, the weirder the better - this three-man line-up will tickle your fancy and are just one of the great local line-ups for this weekend.
Weekend Roundup April 10
There's is nothing like a bit of circus to get the excitement ball rolling and this weekend roundup features a great showcase for all the family.
Weekend Roundup April 3
J Boog is a man of many influences. The singer of Samoan descent was born in Long Beach and raised in Compton, California. J Boog is just one of many awesome gigs this weekend.
Weekend entertainment roundup March 28-30
Explore Cyndi Boste’s personal journey during the past seven years In The House as just one of this weekend's awesome gigs
Weekend entertainment roundup March 20
The Transparentsea Voyage takes the viewer on a sensory journey of the making of 23 songs in 23 days – this is just the tip of the iceberg of this weekend's awesome gig line-up.
Byron Echo
Heavy music with a bang!
Heavy music is back at The Northern this week, with a bang! Regular Backroom legends Dead Crow and Mudwagon are joined by Dipodium and Northern Rivers locals Liminal and Puff – the plan is to raise the roof on Thursday at The Northern. This is definitely a night, and a mosh, not to miss. Entry is free!
Byron Echo
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.
Byron Echo
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.
Entertainment News
Byron Comedy Fest 2024 Laughs
The legendary Northern Hotel’s Backroom opens its doors to laughter when it welcomes The Byron Comedy Fest with eight big headline shows. With audiences packing out shows every year, Festival Directors Mel Coppin and Zara Noruzi have decided a new venue with increased capacity was in order. It also means the festival is an all-weather event – expect all your favourites!
