Northern Rivers residents campaigned tirelessly for important infrastructure safeguarding vast areas of farmland to be fixed pronto after the record 2022 floods – now they’re finally celebrating a win.
Politicians have demanded electricity operators take responsibility for a mass unplanned power outage across the state’s north overnight which saw more than 24,000 homes plunged into darkness. Here is what happened.
A new mural at the entrance of a northern NSW sugar mill has wowed residents and travellers ahead of a 150 year milestone extravaganza celebrating the region’s sugarcane farming history.
An international company seeking to capitalise on the growing need for electric car batteries believes northern NSW could be key. But it has backed down from mining plans – for now.
Take a peek at what Grafton’s longstanding boatshed could soon look like as plans are underfoot for a multimillion-dollar revamp of the historic facility.
From diving boards to change room cubicles – these are just a couple of items from the beloved old Grafton pool up for grabs as residents hang out for a new swimming spot.
A loud minority are pushing back against a proposed Yamba project – but a councillor has indicated radical change is inevitable no matter the decision.
It’s been revealed only a small portion of property owners waiting for assistance after the catastrophic Northern Rivers floods have been granted a home buyback or other help.
A northern NSW councillor has criticised her council’s effort to ban nuclear energy as “pointless” symbolism which does nothing to address ratepayer concerns. But she was in the minority.
Grafton residents have been shocked by a massive “bang” resembling an explosion which resulted in a flood of calls to police. Here’s what we know.
A damning report has found Northern Rivers not-for-profit and community organisations are in deep trouble after the record 2022 floods – and desperately need a helping hand.
A Clarence Valley pub could soon receive a major makeover, with a brand new beer garden and kids play area just some of the expected additions. See the full plans.
Despite pushback from locals, a plot of land in a Clarence Valley flood zone could soon host a $79 million development with hundreds of new homes.
From swamp beer to an unsolved bank heist, northern NSW has seen its fair share of the weird and wonderful. Throw in Chris Hemsworth’s new Byron pad and Russell Crowe’s Hollywood plans for Coffs and it’s been quite the ride.
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