Comms ‘unreliable’: Life-saving new disaster alert system flagged
A new emergency warning system is set to be rolled out after “delayed or non-existent” alerts left some in peril in the 2022 floods – but at least one North Coast MP has concerns.
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Fireys called to another blaze at Grafton scrap yard
A small army of firefighters raced to a scrap yard in the Clarence after a fire broke out following a previous inferno at the site.
‘We have to be brave’: Flood plain development debate rages
A northern NSW council has been embroiled in a heated debate about whether to push the state government to rezone a flood plain area flagged for development.
Channon Craft Market in pictures
One of the oldest markets in the Northern Rivers, The Channon Craft Market, was bursting with activity on Sunday after doing it rough since Covid, lockdowns and floods. See our picture gallery.
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Greg’s devotion to Grafton more than just window dressing
A man who put a crocodile in the Clarence, skydived at 80 and had unrivalled talent for making businesses look their best is being remembered for his devotion to Grafton.
Yamba venue causing a stir over liquor licence application
A hotel spokesperson denies the licence will encourage bad behaviour but several letters opposing the plan have already been submitted to council.
No capes for these superhero sisters; just a little extra love
Bec and Susie don’t see themselves as caped crusaders, but rather just two sisters giving back and supporting the next generation of their community.
Maclean’s overwhelming tribute for much loved nurse ‘Dr Dom’
‘Dom was so very special to us and we will miss him terribly’ – friends and family open up about a much-loved member of our community.
Multi-million dollar plans for new ‘village’ in heart of Yamba
A new 147-unit facility is planned for the residential heart of Yamba, with some residents concerned about impacts on traffic flow.
Talented teen’s crash death devastates community
Friends and workmates have paid tribute to an aspiring sous-chef who died after a serious crash near Yamba.
Woman allegedly punched, hit with golf club handle
A man accused of using a power drill to screw shut a door so a woman could not leave has pleaded not guilty to charges against him.
Daily Catch-Up: September 14, 2021
Looking for local funeral notices, lotto, weather, events calendar, and other local news updates? It’s all here in one package.
‘The best thing to come into our life’: See the stories behind our miracle bubs
For mother Alanna Graham, from a bedridden pregnancy to multiple hospital visits with her newborn baby Lane, it’s been a rollercoaster ride. But she’s proud of her journey, and is sharing her story to help others.
Concerns new freedoms could expose community to Covid outbreak
As restrictions lift and borders open, Clarence MP responds to concerns about how safe the Clarence Valley is when it comes to the new Delta variant.
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