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Solicitor slammed for unsatisfactory conduct
A Northern NSW solicitor has been reprimanded and fined by the state’s top legal watchdog after being found to have engaged in unsatisfactory professional conduct. Here’s the details.
‘Need any players?’ Ex-NRL star helps snap 340-day bush footy drought
After starting the day cleaning out his shed, an ex-NRL star made a snap decision that helped his former bush footy side break a 340-day drought.
Two men charged after firearms, knife seized in northern NSW
Two 18-year-olds have been charged after reports a man allegedly had a firearm in Casino.
NRRRL: Ex-NRL star returns, team snaps 340-day drought
The shock return of a former NRL star has helped Byron Bay spectacularly snap an 11-game losing streak and break a 340-day drought in the NRRRL.
Defence hints at plea bargain after elderly man allegedly bashed to death
A Lismore man is in negotiations after police arrested and charged him with murder following the alleged bashing death of an elderly man in his home. Here’s the latest.
Man accused of murdering mum awaits post-mortem police probe
A post-mortem report is delaying the case of a man accused of murdering his mother following the shocking discovery of her body in a car boot near a popular northern New South Wales holiday park.
Serial offender allegedly busted with stolen tools, cash, knife
A serial Northern Rivers offender allegedly stole $5k from another man’s home and was busted with a knife in a public place, according to police.
Byron Bay icon axed in $140m mega deal
A famous Byron Bay icon has been sold for $140m – the second highest price ever paid for an Aussie location, which could change the entire district.
Operation nets Northern NSW thieves, drug offenders
A crime crackdown across the Northern Rivers has seen five charged and 27 infringements issued in Lismore and Goonellabah under Operation Rapina.
‘Under the pump’: Club ends 42-day NRRRL hiatus
Six weeks. 42 days. One club has ended one of the more unusual footy sagas with a gutsy effort in the NRRRL.
Alleged six-hour siege at knifepoint: Accused to fight charges
A Tweed Heads man intends to fight allegations he holed up in a Ballina motel and held a woman and child at knifepoint for six hours as police swarmed the scene.
Thief jailed after wild crime spree
In a scene ripped straight from Grand Theft Auto, a man has been jailed after a wild crime spree and pursuit, in which he stole tools, destroyed vehicles and rammed a cop car as they pursued him in a stolen Land Cruiser.
Real estate fraudster expected to return from US to face justice
After more than a decade, disgraced former Byron Bay real estate agent Sarah Dougan is still in the US and has lost an appeal to be sentenced remotely. Now, she may be finally be brought to justice.
Co-accused in alleged unsecured load road death backflips on plea
Almost four years on from the tragic death of Martin Stait – killed when a load of allegedly unsecured fencing collided with his car – one co-accused has changed his plea to a manslaughter charge at the eleventh hour.
NRRRL: Tries galore as club breaks two-decade drought
After a couple of near misses, one club has sensationally broken a two-decade drought in the NRRRL.
Family mourns loss of dedicated nurse, father
A Northern Rivers dad who died unexpectedly at the age of 51 is being remembered as a selfless nurse whose “love for his family never wavered” as his passing leaves “an aching hole” in the hearts of his loved ones.
Missing motorcyclist found after grave flood fears
A young motorcyclist on his way back home to Newcastle from Coffs Harbour has been found safe and well after his family feared he went missing in floodwaters.
Coward jailed after publicly bashing partner
A cowardly man has been jailed after he convinced his new partner to move to Nimbin with him before bashing her in the street.
‘Top notch bloke’s’ last heroic act before flood death
Tributes are flowing for “legendary” Moto farmer David Knowles – the first identified victim of the Mid-North Coast flood disaster – as his last heroic act before his death has been revealed.
Realtor to fight child abuse allegations at trial
A Northern Rivers realtor has pleaded guilty to sending indecent content to a child however denies claims he repeatedly sexually touched the child. Here is the latest.
Warrant issued after hoon’s 200km/h cop chase on north coast
A warrant has been issued for a 20-year-old Northern NSW man who took police on a 200km/h police pursuit over the Easter long weekend.
NRRRL: Premiers snap losing streak with total shutout
The defending premiers have helped get their shaky start to the season back on track with an emphatic victory during round five of the NRRRL.
‘Very sad day’: Pine St squatters to be given the boot
After a dramatic standoff lasting several months, squatters occupying flood impacted government buyback homes in the Northern Rivers have been given their marching orders.
$312m solar farm’s bright future in northern NSW
With an estimated 215,000 solar panels cranking out a generating capacity of 90 megawatts, here’s what the $312 million Summerville Solar Farm will mean for the Richmond Valley.
One dead, one seriously injured in horror head on crash
One man is dead and another has been rushed to hospital in a serious condition after a head-on crash near Lismore. Here’s the latest.
Block star’s $1.25m Byron Bay shocker
The Block judge Darren Palmer been hit with a massive $1.25m loss on his foray into Byron Bay.
Teen dies after car crashes into tree on NSW’s north coast
A teen has tragically lost his life on a rural North Coast road after his car crashed into a tree. Here’s the latest.
Diazepam, roids, meth: Man in court after border drug bust
A man has fronted court after police allegedly uncovered a haul of illicit drugs – including vials of steroids and 1000 diazepam tablets – at his home on the Qld-NSW border.
Woman who went viral in cop arrest meltdown vid in court – again
A woman whose wild arrest footage went viral has fronted court again for the second time this month – this time facing allegations she obtained the details of a police officer and stalked them.
NRRRL: Star echoes Latrell with epic play
Just two days after Latrell Mitchell stunned the NRL with a brilliant play, one NRRRL star matched his efforts with an epic moment.
NRRRL: Heavyweights clash in smash and grab job
Two heavyweights have clashed in a bruising NRRRL contest, with the victors turning away set after set in a classic smash and grab job.
Online gambling guru cops huge hit
Online betting guru Andrew Fahey, the co-founder of PointsBet has taken a significant loss on his side project.
Hemsworth’s mind-blowing $50m home stuns
One aspect of Chris Hemsworth’s $50m Byron Bay home is blowing the minds of eagle-eyed fans.
Man allegedly rams cop car during wild rural pursuit
A Northern Rivers man allegedly stole thousands of dollars worth of tools before damaging vehicles and ramming a cop car during a wild rural pursuit before police allegedly found ammunition in a stolen car.
Duo allegedly stole man’s wallet before spending spree
A pair have fronted court after they allegedly nicked a man’s wallet before going on a spending spree at a Lismore shopping centre to stock up on smokes and food.
How $264m regional hospital upgrade will look
The $263.8m Grafton Base Hospital redevelopment will enhance regional health services with a new building, expanded facilities, improved access, and culturally inclusive landscaping. Here is a peek at how it will look.
‘Little hottie’: Artist walks after court hears of ‘hideous’ online chat
A Northern Rivers artist who told a pedophile after watching child abuse material it was “another example of why boys are made for this” has walked free on a suspended jail sentence. Warning: Graphic.
NRRRL: Decade-long hoodoo broken with stunning upset
The unpredictable start to the NRRRL season has continued as Casino snapped a decade-long hoodoo with a stunning win.
Boat theft accused to fight charges
A Clarence Valley man accused of stealing two boats, two motors and a box trailer, and who was allegedly found with a gun and a knife during his arrest, plans to fight the charges.
6800 files: ‘Depraved’ ex-Telstra worker jailed over vile content
A “depraved” former Telstra worker who told another he “should do some babysitting” before transmitting vile child abuse material will be eligible for parole in just eight months. Warning: Graphic.
Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned: Angry ex-gf’s road terror
A woman who slammed into her ex-boyfriend’s new flame’s car, before the victim was then pushed out of the way of the oncoming vehicle, has narrowly avoided being sent to prison.
Squatters stoush in supreme court
The fate of squatters in Lismore and Mullumbimby, may rest on the shoulders of two people who will face off against the NSW Reconstruction Authority in a legal battle to possess the flood-hit buyback properties.
NRRRL: Big guns shine in superstar shootout
Two of the competition’s biggest stars have put on stunning performances during a superstar shootout in round three of the NRRRL.
North Coast realtor to fight child abuse charges
A Lismore real estate agent will fight allegations he intentionally sexually touched a child, and used a carriage service to procure a child for sexual activity and send indecent material.
Man escapes alleged attempted robbery in pub
A Richmond Valley man allegedly chased another man into a pub after trying steal his motorbike, leaving empty-handed, then stealing prescription medication from another house.
NRRRL: Sin bin madness, monster dropout changes game
It’s not often that a line dropout changes the course of a game, but that’s exactly what happened during round three of the NRRRL.
Crash killer walks after death of grandfather as family ‘shattered’
A man who claims he had “no idea” why he crossed double lines and ploughed into the drivers door of an oncoming ute – killing a northern NSW grandfather – has escaped jail time, leaving the victim’s family “shattered”.
Truckie charged with drink-driving allegedly blew five times limit
A man has been charged after police say he blew almost five times the legal blood alcohol limit while driving a B-double truck in the state’s Northern Rivers.
Amy Shark scores $2.35m payday
Singer-songwriter Amy Shark is celebrating a $2.35m windfall courtesy of this very savvy move.
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