‘Toxic s–tshow’: Farmers speak out in cattle saleyard stoush
A Northern NSW council has copped backlash over its announcement of awarding the management tender of their multimillion dollar saleyards to a nation-wide saleyard service provider.
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Devastated ex mourns ‘Hand of Death’ murder victim
A man who was savagely murdered while he slept at Tweed Heads has been lovingly remembered by his devastated former partner as an ‘extremely talented’ and ‘highly intelligent’ man.
Trees, powerlines down as wild storms batter towns
Wild Boxing Day storms have left many residents in Northern NSW without power as crews push to restore power ahead of more predicted storms.
Aged care residents handed lifeline after eviction threat
A handful of determined aged care residents have slain goliath to remain in their beloved North Coast home. Here is their story.
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‘It’s very humbling’: Local hero first to get top job
Lawrence RFS captain Scott Campbell said he always wanted to be part of an organisation that was there for members, especially when things get tough.
From 4WD regulation to the number undetermined DAs – what Ballina Council will discuss this week
Affordable housing projects, upgrades for Lennox Head Public School and feedback from the community about the local art gallery are also part of the agenda.
11 stories to melt your heart and make you smile during lockdown
From bakery cowboys to volunteers cooking 300 meals a day for people in need – there are some truly amazing things happening in our community (and yes, a lot of them are food related).
Renters ‘anxious’ as Covid tightens the market
The Northern Rivers’ rental market is still extremely tight, and it’s made even worse as heartbroken locals battle with Sydneysiders for the few available properties.
Ballina club’s generous free meal offer during lockdown
The club has put aside $20,000 to ensure that, for the duration of the lockdown, those in need can pick up meals for a gold coin donation.
How to attend meeting with head of housing taskforce at Ballina
The taskforce is investigating regional housing issues and wants to hear from the community about the barriers they experienced in buying, renting and building a place to live on the Northern Rivers.
Girls can dunk it like a queen by learning from the King
The Ballina Indoor Sports Centre is hosting the new One Hour of Girl Power basketball program with local basketball star Lauren King.
No pets, no plastic: What a Lennox Market comeback could look like
The markets are proposed to operate twice a month, with around 120 individual temporary stalls.
Ballina sergeant reveals proudest moments of his 25-year career
He’s been described as a “true professional and gentleman”, and now one of the Northern Rivers’ most highly respected police officers has decided to call time on his distinguished career.
Time for warnings is over: If you won’t wear a mask, you’ll get fined
A senior Northern Rivers police officer had said people who blatantly disregard public health orders, such as not wearing a mask without an exemption, should expect to be fined.
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