The family and friends of Trinity Catholic College Year 12 student Connor Meldrum are urging authorities to change their policies regarding special consideration for students completing the HSC.
A 19-year-old man will face upgraded charges in court today after a man he allegedly assaulted at a unit last weekend died in hospital from his injuries.
The chief executive of the Northern NSW Local Health District made a startling admission during the Lismore hearing of the inquiry into regional health and hospital services.
It took an ambulance half an hour to get to George Thompson’s wife when she had a stroke, and another 40 minutes to get to Lismore Base Hospital. It was the start of a horror health journey, and they’re not alone in their frustration with the system.
The inquiry has already had about “atrocious” conditions at other hospitals, and now Northern Rivers residents will be able to share their experiences with the goal of forcing government action.
As new data reveals hospital emergency departments have higher numbers presenting for treatment, a nurses union is calling on the state government to increase staff to patient ratios, citing burnout and stress of its members.
Investigations are continuing after a police blitz on licencing and gaming infringements over the long weekend, with a number of businesses likely to face charges.
Monday was World Blood Donor Day, and also 70-year-old William Brener’s birthday, and he will celebrate by giving his 293rd donation in Lismore on June 16.
Ahead of the Tweed Shire Council meeting on Thursday, the Northern Rivers Rail Trail Association is urging councillors to award the construction tender for the Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek section.
From a human rights advocate to selfless community volunteers and a world famous actor, these are the people who have been honoured by the Australian Governor General.
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