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Foundation serves up ‘little bit of hope’ in cost of living crisis
The founder of an Indigenous food program dishing out meals across the Northern Rivers says he’s keeping a promise to his grandfather to keep “feeding our people – not just with food, but with hope”.
NRRRL: Vote for the team of the year
After a huge season in the NRRRL, it’s time to reflect on who shone in 2024. Have your say for who should be in the people’s choice team of the year.
Rider slams into ute, elderly driver collides with truck
A woman aged in her 80s and a motorbike rider in his 60s have suffered serious injuries in separate Northern Rivers crashes. Here’s what happened.
Home and Away star’s fury after brother’s cowardly act aired
A Home and Away star has launched an explosive tirade at News Corp after his twin brother was sentenced for smashing a guitar over a woman’s head during a cowardly domestic violence attack.
Former teacher, child groomer has case stalled after lawyer’s bungle
A disgraced former Lismore primary school teacher who used a carriage service to groom a child for sex has had his sentencing delayed thanks to his lawyer’s “backward” and “inefficient” methods.
Sick would-be smuggler begs for cosy custody ahead of sentencing
A Mid-North Coast man who tried to help smuggle heroin into Australia from Malaysia has asked to go to jail early while he awaits sentencing, but fears the worst for his health with ongoing “rectal bleeding”.
‘Definitely standing up’: Young guns star in Hooker League
Some of the competition’s up-and-coming stars, including a 15-year-old gun, took the spotlight during a big weekend in the LJ Hooker League.
Mum’s alleged murder case hits roadblock
The man accused of murdering northern NSW mum-of-three Sarah Miles allegedly gave only partial consent to a forensic procedure for police to collect his DNA, complicating further proceedings.
‘You’re dead’: NDIS worker threatens to slit pub patron’s throat
A disability support worker threatened to slit a patron’s throat at a popular Northern Rivers pub after she was previously caught driving with cocaine, meth and cannabis in her system.
Byron Baes Netflix star lists $990k block
Fashion designer Jessica Johansen-Bell, the Byron Baes Netflix series cast member, has listed her building block at Bangalow in the Byron Bay hinterland.
Home price changes under Albo: each seat revealed
Exclusive new data has revealed how much housing affordability has changed in each federal electorate since the last election.
Alleged mushie trip rapist remains free after jury deliberates
An alleged rapist from Victoria who denied preying on a woman during a “magic mushie” trip involving a pet goat near Byron Bay continues to walk free after a jury were unable to reach a verdict.
Mechanic beat, smothered noisy neighbour to death
A former mechanic with schizophrenia brutally killed his neighbour by bludgeoning him with a brick and smothering him with a pillow – but has been found not criminally responsible.
‘Lives are at stake’: Watch as tobacconists ram-raided, torched
Detectives allege three recent arson attacks on tobacconists are linked to organised crime networks or other gangs. Watch the shocking footage of ram-raids and fires in northern NSW as police warn of a national issue.
Air traffic boom triggers Ballina Byron airport flight path changes
Northern Rivers residents have been asked to weigh in on flagged Ballina Byron Gateway Airport flight path changes as air traffic spikes.
‘Complete chaos’: How Rotarian propped up shattered community
A northern NSW Rotarian spearheaded a huge recovery effort from day one of the historic 2022 floods – helping organise homes for survivors, thousands of meals and more. Here’s Colin’s story.
Murdered or missing: Are multiple serial killers still stalking victims?
Dozens of women who were brutally murdered or disappeared on the NSW North Coast, but whose perpetrators were never caught can be revealed among fears some of them could be the work of one or more serial killers.
Horses to be moved after trainer accused of raping teen
A prominent NSW horse trainer and ex-jockey charged with raping a teen girl has been ordered to remove dozens of horses from his property.
‘Tiny killers’: Alarm bells as fire ants found in northern NSW again
Fire ants dubbed “tiny killers” have been detected in northern NSW after hitching a ride from Queensland, prompting fears that state’s issue with the pests could cause a “national disaster”.
‘Gentle’ single dad clings to life after ‘catastrophic’ bike crash
A “charismatic and gentle” motorcyclist is fighting for life after a horror crash in Lismore, with his best mate saying his survival is “touch and go” after massive injuries put him in a coma.
LJ Hooker League team of the week
With plenty of outstanding performances with the ball, find out who made the LJ Hooker League team of the week.
‘Pushed to the limit’: Nurses, midwives launch 24-hour strike
Northern NSW nurses and midwives have vowed they won’t give up on better pay and working conditions as they took to the streets joining thousands of others in a statewide strike on Wednesday.
‘Boutique’ Byron childcare centre features Zen garden, full-time chef
A much-needed new childcare centre featuring a Zen garden for weekly yoga, a bird aviary, full-time chef and Japanese lessons is due to open near Byron Bay. Find out more.
Passenger dead after horror collision
An elderly man has died in hospital after a serious two-vehicle crash in northern NSW. Here’s the latest.
‘Extreme pressure’: Couple blame trauma for bushfire grant fraud
An East Lismore couple found guilty of fraudulently receiving more than $75,000 in bushfire grants have blamed the trauma of losing their business and property.
Staff ‘traumatised’ after alleged fuel-loaded spray bottle ‘ordeal’
Workers at a shopping centre jeweller on the Qld-NSW border are “traumatised” after a man allegedly robbed the store with a spray bottle filled with fuel. Here’s the latest.
‘Needs a shock’: Hit-and-run driver’s bid for freedom falls flat
A Northern Rivers driver who was on a court order when he ploughed into an e-bike rider during a meth and alcohol bender is due to be released from prison by Christmas.
Grave robber jailed as families left ‘deeply distressed’
A thief who stole more than 100 memorial plaques from a cemetery on the Qld-NSW border has been sentenced to prison, with a furious magistrate condemning his actions as “despicable”.
Fishers scooped up after trawler trouble off Lennox
Marine Rescue NSW volunteers from Ballina have saved two anglers after their fishing trawler quickly filled with water and sunk near Lennox Head in the Northern Rivers.
Named: Man accused of robbing jeweller armed with spray bottle
Police allege a brazen thief stormed into a Northern Rivers shopping centre and robbed a jewellery shop armed with a spray bottle of fuel.
Packer’s ex’s dramatic $4.1m lifestyle change
Swimwear mogul Jodhi Meares is making a massive $4.1m change to her envious lifestyle.
‘Additional challenges’: Residents still in dark after savage storms
Thousands of Northern Rivers homes and businesses have now been left without electricity for almost a day after intense storms smashed equipment and downed power lines.
‘Great time’: Man denies rape during ‘magic mushroom’ trip
A Victorian man has denied raping a woman and told a court “we had a great time” after they drank “magic mushroom” tea at a Byron Shire pub, watched cartoons and played with his pet goat.
Exposed: the NSW aged care homes failing residents
More than half of NSW aged care homes are falling short of care targets as providers blame a severe workforce shortage. See the full list.
‘Parallel life’: Lifesaver freed from jail after home raid hammer attack
A Tweed surf lifesaver took part in a brutal home invasion in which a resident was attacked with a hammer and left with a permanently disfigured face, a court has heard.
NRL prospect on supply charge allegedly failed drug test
A retired NRL star’s brother who was set to start training full-time with a first grade side allegedly returned a positive roadside drug test before he was arrested on a warrant for drug supply.
Man sleeping in car badly injured in bungled park robbery
A man has suffered an array of serious injuries after an assailant tried to rob him while he slept in his car in the Northern Rivers this morning. Here’s what we know.
Nazi flag found in cross-border organised crime raids: police
NSW and Queensland police have joined with Federal authorities to carry out organised crime raids targeting outlaw motorcycle gangs. Cops allegedly seized a Nazi flag, taser and sawn-off rifle, among other items.
Jury to decide future of Catholic priest charged with raping 14yo
A Northern Rivers NSW priest’s future now rests in the hands of a jury who are deciding if he is guilty of sexually abusing a 14-year-old boy. Here’s the latest.
Jury finds Northern Rivers priest guilty of child sex crime
A jury has found a Northern Rivers priest accused of sexually abusing a 14-year-old boy guilty of one of three charges – now the ex-police chaplain is free on bail.
‘I would have died’: Champion ironman scoops up backpackers
A backpacker who found himself in trouble at a Byron Bay beach thought he and his partner were “meeting god this arvo” – but champion ironman Caine Eckstein appeared for a serendipitous rescue.
Ex-NRL star’s brother booted by Souths after arrest
Retired NRL star James Roberts’ younger brother has been sent packing by an NRL club before he even started training after facing court on a drug supply charge, just days after James faced court on unrelated matter.
‘Not that scared’: Time ticking away for courageous NSW teen
A teen whose heart was expected to fail soon after birth has now been given six months to live as he waits for a lifesaving heart and lung transplant. Here’s Auston’s brave story.
$5m deal at heart of Ben Hunt’s next big move
It’s the $5m deal that sits at the centre of the NRL’s biggest offseason transfer of Ben Hunt.
Locals to weigh in on crucial $67m water treatment plant upgrade
Clarence residents have been given three more weeks to comment on the planned $67 million Rushforth Water Treatment Plant Upgrade, which is set to combat water quality woes.
‘Good news’: Missing woman found safe
Police have confirmed a woman reported missing in the Northern Rivers has been found safe and well.
‘Bogan mentality’: Reptile queen slams ‘cruel’ snake death
A Tweed snake catcher is fuming after she had to euthanise a harmless python because a man repeatedly bashed it against the ground in front of horrified children.
Four rushed to hospital after horror collision
Three women and a man have been rushed to hospital after a serious two-car crash near Ballina. Here’s the latest.
‘Heart-stopper’: Final ball decides game for the ages
There were batting collapses, bowling masterclasses and a dramatic final-ball thriller as two sides battled it out in a game for the ages in the LJ Hooker League.
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