‘Industry in ruins’: Calls for business support amid border closure
One Northern NSW business owner said his business has “fallen off a cliff” amid border traffic gridlock, while an industry expert predicts some local stores may not survive.
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Northern Rivers left to fend for itself as Sydney crisis worsens
The Covid situation on the Northern Rivers was barely mentioned in the Premier’s press conference, with Sydney’s outbreak dominating proceedings.
5 ways the Northern Rivers can cash in on 2032 Olympic Games
Brisbane will host the 2032 Olympic Games, but how can we get a slice of the estimated $17.61 billion that it will bring into the local economy?
QLD’s tough border closure impacts weddings, funerals, family visits
EXPLAINED: The border closure is much stricter this time, with border zone residents only allowed into Queensland for “essential” reasons, and in some cases, you need to apply for exemptions. We take a close look at the rules.
QLD border shuts, ‘essential’ border bubble to be activated
Queensland will close its border to all of NSW from 1am on Friday, July 23, amid growing Covid-19 fears.
Charges dismissed against Lismore nurse accused of stealing morphine
Police allege CCTV footage showed the 60-year-old woman entering a treatment room at a Northern Rivers aged care facility and removing syringes and morphine while no one was around.
Cult fast food chain plans new Northern Rivers store
“Game changers” in the burger world could be hitting our region soon, but are you ready for these meat-free, mouth-watering options?
Former kung-fu teacher busted with fake guns
Police were called to investigate after reports that the 47-year-old Lismore man was allegedly threatening to shoot his neighbour’s dog.
‘I’ll put him in the ground’: Dad jailed over horrific threats
The court heard the former Lismore man told a parole officer he would “cut his throat”, and then days later he threw a chair at a Ballina woman.
Nurse admits it’s time to ‘walk the walk’
‘It has never been more important’: Why this Northern Rivers nurse was compelled to give up alcohol this July.
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