The AFL has stepped up, bringing their big guns to Lismore to deliver hope, inspiration and help generate positive memories in the midst of dealing with the aftermath of catastrophic flooding.
Ex-Trinity Catholic College student Jesse Smith is the first lay person to be given the top job at his old stomping ground.
It was a last minute decision that set Hayley Oakes on her way to international glory in the world of cross country mountain bike racing. See what’s in store for the blistering young gun.
It’s not the news that rain ravaged New South Wales communities will want to hear but weather experts say the above average rainfall could continue until mid this year. See what’s causing it all.
Emergency services are warning of a tough two days, with flood levels in Lismore tipped to peak above 12m. It comes as they released a fresh image of a woman who went missing in the floods
While parts of the Northern Rivers are experiencing sunshine, the Bureau of Meteorology is warning there is more rain to come with no reprieve from the weather until Thursday. SEE OUR VIDEO UPDATE
Motorhomes housing flood impacted residents from Lismore are being moved to higher ground amid a renewed threat of moderate to major flooding in the already sodden region.
Cath Piltz was stranded inside her house for nine hours as floodwater rose in Lismore. “The pace at which the floodwaters gushed into our house was terrifying,’’ she writes. But it was the bitter cold of the rapids she will long remember.
Evacuation orders and warnings have been issued on the NSW North Coast. See our list of road closures and cautions across the region.
Lismore council responds to urgent road and pothole repairs with a $500k cash splash.
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