North Coast dad jailed for Byron teen glassing
A West Ballina man who glassed a 17-year-old in a jealous rage then pushed over another man outside a Byron Bay pub said in court that no words can describe how sorry he is.
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‘Put the lyrics in the group chat’: Club breaks eight-year hoodoo
It might only have been round one but there was plenty to cheer about for Kyogle as it snapped an eight-year hoodoo in the NRRRL.
Accused crash death driver pleads guilty
A young Gold Coast mother who crashed into and killed another driver on a country road while she had two different drugs in her blood has faced the NSW District Court for the first time.
Housing, community hub, tennis court plans for Byron hinterland
Plans to build multiple residential lots, a tennis court and other facilities in the Byron Bay hinterland is finally on public exhibition. Here’s what we know.
NRRRL: Thrillers and controversy as footy returns with a bang
There were morale-boosting wins, local derby thrillers and one game that ended in controversy as the NRRRL returned with a bang.
‘F–king tosser’: scorned lover’s revenge backfire lands her in court
A Northern Rivers woman who erased her ex’s phone data, locked him out of his Facebook, and transferred his car rego to her then reported it stolen said she was just “really good with technology”.
‘My soulmate’: Former partner pays tribute after fatal crash
The former long term partner of a man killed in a double fatal in the NSW Northern Rivers has spoken out about her “soulmate and best friend”.
‘Pretty disappointing’: Spectator jumps fence, hits player in NRRRL
An investigation is underway after a spectator entered the field of play and attacked a player during round one of the NRRRL over the weekend.
Teacher walks after sex talk with cop posing as kid
A former Lismore primary school teacher who admitted to sending vile sexual videos, photos and messages to a cop posing as a 14-year-old girl has learned his fate in court.
NRRRL signings tracker: Big guns, favourite sons return to Ballina
Ballina has been given a huge boost as it attempts to go back to back with a couple of big-name local juniors returning to the club. NRRRL signings tracker.
‘Six weeks of isolation’: Regional NSW hit with dire flood warnings
Residents in parts of regional NSW face worsening flood conditions as SES deploys helicopters to deliver essential supplies, warning flood levels may approach those seen in historical disasters.
Pedophile priest to face fresh trial
A Northern Rivers priest and ex-police chaplain found guilty of one of three counts of historic child sex abuse offences must return for a second trial, a court has heard.
Johns/Daley Cup: 40+ pics, gallery from the grand final
History was made as the best young footballers in regional NSW battled it out in the Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cup grand finals. Check out 40+ photos from the big day.
Sex workers savour last week in ‘sanctuary’ as beloved brothel closes
For the past 12 years, Sasha’s has been more than a brothel, it has been a “safe space”. Now, in a final week of trade before closing its doors, workers have reflected on it being a “women’s sanctuary”.
Johns/Daley Cup: History made in grand final thrillers
There were stunning pieces of skill and full-field tries as history was made in the grand finals of the Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cups.
Man acquitted of attempted cop drowning walks on admin fail
A Tweed Shire man who was previously acquitted over the attempted drowning murder of a police officer has walked free on separate matters after an admin cock-up, a court has heard.
‘Ignored us’: Cancer patient dies after ED wait
When Ken Baker took his partner, oncology patient Sandra Shipley, to a NSW hospital he expected to get help. Later that night she died.
‘It was wild’: Carnage in Hooker League grand final
With batting collapses, unprepared wickets and scorecards more likely to be seen in rugby than cricket, there was carnage in the LJ Hooker League decider.
Teens on the tools building tiny homes – and big futures
In an inspiring initiative that combines education with community service, students from a Northern Rivers high school have embarked on a project that is as innovative as it is impressive. See the pics.
‘Cling to hope’: Heartbreak as search for missing cop suspended
A massive search for missing Queensland cop Jay Notaro near Byron Bay has been suspended with no trace of the respected and popular officer.
LJ Hooker League: Grand final gamebreakers, preview
It will be a rematch of last year’s grand final as Cudgen and Marist Brothers meet in the LJ Hooker League. Check out a preview of both teams and the grand final gamebreakers.
Johns/Daley Cup: Grand final preview, players to watch
Some of the best rugby league talents in regional NSW will battle it out for glory in the grand final of the Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cup. GF preview and players to watch.
Bodies recovered in bridge plunge double fatality
Two men in their 20s have died and one woman has escaped after a car plunged off a bridge into a body of water in the Northern Rivers. A recovery operation has retrieved their vehicle.
Johns/Daley Cup: Top semi-final talking points
From blistering starts to dramatic endings and damning stats, check out the top talking points from the semi-finals of the Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cup.
Johns/Daley Cup: Photo gallery, 70+ pics from the semi-finals
There were last-minute thrillers as teams battled it out for a spot in the decider. Check out 70+ photos from the semi-finals of the Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cup.
‘It’s eerie’: Experts’ stark warning on North Coast fish kill
Experts monitoring water quality on the North Coast following a mass fish kill in the wake of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred have offered a grim outlook as tests continue.
‘No regrets’: TikTok comedian opens up on Chatfield clash
A rising TikTok comedian has hit a nerve by sending up well-known podcaster Abbie Chatfield in several recent online parodies, but says she stands by her style and has “no regrets”.
‘Fabulous’: $10.5M North Coast housing development greenlit
After much debate over the northern rivers’ rising housing crisis, a new residential subdivision to accommodate more than 170 homes has offered a glimmer of hope for prospective homeowners.
Eviction Looms for Pine Street Occupiers: NSW Government seeks Supreme Court intervention
Squatters occupying government-purchased flood buyback homes in Lismore are facing inevitable eviction as the state government pursues a writ of possession in the Supreme Court.
Inside an OnlyFans escort’s small Aussie town tour
An OnlyFans model and escort has revealed all about her second visit to a small town on the NSW Mid-North Coast town, where her online acclaim has seen her double her money with clients.
Police probe man’s death on rural property
A 48-year-old man has died after being found unresponsive next to a quad bike on a rural property near Grafton. Police are investigating.
‘Absolutely massive’: Huge moment rocks LJ Hooker League semis
With the game in the balance, one side put on a devastating display to book itself a spot in the LJ Hooker League grand final.
Eighty and Unstoppable: Retired Salesman Takes on World Triathlon
From selling cars to swimming laps, meet the unstoppable octogenarian making waves who’s now diving into his 80s with a splash, training for the World Championship Triathlon in Wollongong.
Major blaze destroys North Coast warehouse
Dozens of firefighters battled valiantly to control a fierce blaze at a Tweed shire commercial property, which was ultimately destroyed. See the pictures.
Johns/Daley Cup: Superhuman try seals stunning comeback
A stunning solo try at the death has booked one side a spot in the decider after a thrilling weekend of semi-final action in the Andrew Johns and Laurie Daley Cups.
NSW couple shares secret to 70 years of wedded bliss
A dare at a barn dance was all it took for one northern NSW man to be swept off his feet with the woman he still calls the “love of my life”. The couple have shared their secret to a lifetime of love together.
Worst areas for mortgage arrears in NSW
Soaring mortgage costs have pushed thousands of homeowners in NSW to the brink of defaulting on their loans. See who is the hardest hit.
NSW lawyer reprimanded over email mistake
A Tweed Heads solicitor, who was acquitted of groping a woman more than a decade ago, has been reprimanded for breaching solicitor conduct rules and has faced disciplinary action. Here’s what we know.
Drunk fool who drove through cyclone flood waters fronts court
They say if it’s flooded, forget it. But it didn’t stop this drink driver who thought it would be a smart idea to cruise through flood waters during Cyclone Alfred, prompting a full-on rescue.
Rider rushed to hospital after border bike crash
A man in his 50s has been rushed to hospital with extensive injuries after a horrific motorbike crash in a National Park on the Qld-NSW border.
‘It’s dire’: Lismore squatters face council wrath
A Northern Rivers councillor opposed to squatters occupying government-purchased flood buyback homes is pushing for council to turf the squatters out.
Beloved sports goods store owner dies in motorbike crash
A heartbroken community is paying tribute to a northern NSW sports store owner who tragically lost his life in a car and motorbike accident in a small rural town.
Why this cancer kills more men in regional areas
Regional men face a 24 per cent higher death rate from this type of cancer than their metro counterparts as one Coffs Harbour survivor joins the fight to help save more lives.
Builder jailed over party rape as victim who said no left ‘broken’
A Northern Rivers builder who denied sexually assaulting a woman during an alcohol fuelled party claimed he was “being a friend” despite being “told no more than once” – and has learned his fate in court.
Community backs ‘epic’ surfer after heart attack at beach
The Coffs Coast community is rallying around a local surfer who suffered a catastrophic heart attack at the beach as he battles through intensive care.
Shivering mother possum, babies sought refuge after ex-cyclone Alfred
A mother possum and her two babies were found shivering in a Murwillumbah home, while wildlife volunteers see an influx of wounded animals following ex-cyclone Alfred. SEE THE PICTURES HERE.
Man charged after allegedly drink-driving into floodwaters
A man rescued after driving into floodwaters south of Lismore has been charged with drink-driving, while parts of northern NSW continue to recover from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Elderly man describes harrowing moment his car was swept into floodwaters
An elderly man who suffers from dementia has described the harrowing moment his car was swept into floodwaters after he attempted to leave his property. Follow our ex-cyclone Alfred live updates.
‘Poor little fella’: Classic Oz reactions as cyclone snakes move in
From eight snakes arriving at the one property to increased sightings on windows, aircon units and even the pantry, here’s how snakes are sharing our space across SEQ and northern NSW. VIDEO, GALLERY.
Minns on Lismore: Alfred behaving like ‘unwanted house guest’
The flood-battered Lismore region is in a holding pattern and major flood warnings are in place, with fears there will be 2022 deja vu all over again as Cyclone Alfred approaches.
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