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Byron Shire

Hayez family braces for tough second week of inquest

Steps police took while investigating the disappearance of a young man at Byron Bay will be in focus during the second week of a coronial inquest.

UPDATEDLismore

Elective surgeries return after hospital Covid exposure

Elective surgeries have been reinstated after being cancelled when 41 theatre staff were placed in isolation.

Business

NRMA launches car rental brand in Northern NSW

The new player in the market will offer compacts, SUVs, premium and electric vehicles, utes, vans and trucks to rent.

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Lismore

Tiny home a container of dreams for bushfire victim

After two years in emergency accommodation, hard work and “many helping hands” are allowing this Northern Rivers resident to breath easily again.

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UPDATEDBallina

Crash tragedy: Man dies after being freed from wreckage

A 21-year-old man has died after being freed from the wreckage of a serious crash on the Bruxner Highway.

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Byron Shire

Hour of freedom confirmed for Aquarius Byron backpackers

81 staff and guests were forced into a snap lockdown after a woman visiting tested positive to Covid-19.

Byron Shire

After hours training session a lifesaver for Byron Bay beachgoer

An after-hours training session for surf life savers was key to critical first aid for a woman at Main Beach.

Lismore

Regional theatres launch collective to find strength in numbers

Lismore, Murwillumbah and Byron venues have agreed on a ‘co-operative approach’ to bring touring shows and to benefit local artists.

UPDATEDLismore

Flood watch for Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast

Thunderstorms are predicted across the Northern Rivers so make sure your emergency kits are stocked and ready to go.

Lismore

Call to appoint a prostate cancer nurse for Lismore

Lismore hasn’t had a dedicated prostate cancer nurse for seven years, despite a foundation offering to pay for it.

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