Wild about Wallum: Tensions rise as Byron development kicks off
Tensions are rising as early works start on a controversial and long-flagged development at Brunswick Heads in the Byron Shire, sparking outrage among some of the local community.
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$20m airport upgrade supports growth, jobs
Northern NSW’s busiest airport will support growth to 900,000 passengers by 2040, as well as local jobs, after its latest $20 million upgrade.
‘Blow to community’: Controversy surrounds market closure
A Northern Rivers community has expressed their “disappointment” following the news a well-known market is closing down due to financial hardship. Here’s the latest.
Anthology of Northern Rivers residents on cards
A jack of all trades with a fascination for the human condition is collecting hundreds of interviews spanning a decade for a special North Coast anthology. Here is her story.
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Trainer’s tough recovery after ‘basic fall’ ends in coma
An experienced horse trainer has endured a tough recovery from what she described as a minor fall that had a major impact. Here is what saved her.
Cancer steals young mum away from eight children
A Northern Rivers family is reeling after a mum of eight died only a little more than a month after being diagnosed with cancer.
Byron Bay to go global with World Cup party bid
One of the world’s biggest sporting events is on its way to our shores in 2023 and FIFA is weighing up whether Byron Bay can become the “social hub” of the tournament. See the plan.
One block of land could make crucial housing project a reality
Marilyn Perkins is passionate about creating a safe place for vulnerable mature women but fears hurdles in securing land could place a crucial project at risk.
Four more Covid deaths but admissions decline
Four Covid-19 deaths have been reported in Ballina, Pottsville and Coffs Harbour overnight while hospitalisations across the region have declined.
‘Very uninformed’: Will water board changes revive dam?
New faces at the Northern Rivers’ major water authority may not influence whether or not the Dunoon Dam project is put back on the table, according to one councillor.
Preschool’s out: Much-loved educator retires after 47 years
A former leader of the first Northern Rivers preschool will retire in a couple of weeks after teaching more than 4000 children. Were you in her class?
Neighbours relieved as $49m development dealt major blow
Neighbours of a site where a 300-home development was proposed want the block turned into a wetland and made accessible for the whole community.
Police reveal further details about early morning highway crash
Crews are working to clean up debris from a Pacific Highway truck crash that has restricted traffic between Grafton and Coffs Harbour.
Man dies after being struck by car in early morning crash
A 20-year-old pedestrian has died after being hit by a car on the Bruxner Highway. Motorists are urged to avoid the area.
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