‘Tears of joy’: Protesters cheering Federal Court win
A Byron Shire protest group has shed “tears of joy” after a fateful Federal Court decision. But a developer has hit back and says claims are “without merit”.
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Byron Bay Bluesfest groper avoids time behind bars
A Northern Rivers man has been found guilty of groping a woman in the crowd at Byron Bay Bluesfest, it can be revealed. Here’s what happened.
‘I go without for my kids’: Sheriffs share struggles during NSW rally
Sheriffs statewide have walked off the job, complaining they’re struggling to make ends meet. One worker worries “it’s only a matter of time before we’re called out to evict somebody we work with”.
Popular painting showcases proud sugarcane farming legacy
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.
Gun enthusiast ‘didn’t grasp gravity’ of gun printing quest
A man once referred to by police as a “doomsday prepper” has been released from custody after nine months behind bars. Get the latest from court.
‘We apologise’: Hospital responds after sick patient waits in cold
The health district says it’s sorry after an unwell North Coast woman with breathing difficulties was left in the cold outside a hospital when she sought help at an emergency department. Here’s the latest.
Multinational steps back from northern NSW EV mining push
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.
‘It’s just not on’: Court sheriffs to walk off job in pay, staffing ‘crisis’
Sick of playing by the rules, hundreds of court sheriffs across NSW are set to march off the job amid a concerning “staffing crisis” and complaints of unfair pay. Here’s the latest.
‘Distressing’: MP backs local cops as DV response times slammed
The state MP for Casino has spoken out and defended local officers following the horrific discovery of slain mum of three Sarah Miles, while scrutiny over NSW Police’s wider response to DV in the region mounts.
Byron Bay Bluesfest groper avoids time behind bars
A Northern Rivers man has been found guilty of groping a woman in the crowd at Byron Bay Bluesfest, it can be revealed. Here’s what happened.
‘Tears of joy’: Protesters cheering Federal Court win
A Byron Shire protest group has shed “tears of joy” after a fateful Federal Court decision. But a developer has hit back and says claims are “without merit”.
‘I go without for my kids’: Sheriffs share struggles during NSW rally
Sheriffs statewide have walked off the job, complaining they’re struggling to make ends meet. One worker worries “it’s only a matter of time before we’re called out to evict somebody we work with”.
Shopping centre hammer attack charges dumped
A cognitively impaired Northern Rivers man who was accused of hitting a fellow in the face with a hammer in an attack at a shopping centre has had charges thrown out. Here’s what happened.
Qld woman sentenced after nasty Byron Shire car crash
A Queensland driver who used to have a superb traffic record has had her fate decided after she made a grave mistake on the road, leaving a New Zealand tourist suffering gruesome injuries. Here’s the latest.
Shopping centre hammer attack charges dumped
A cognitively impaired Northern Rivers man who was accused of hitting a fellow in the face with a hammer in an attack at a shopping centre has had charges thrown out. Here’s what happened.
Disability support worker avoids jail on raft of drug, weapon crimes
A Northern Rivers disability support worker has learnt his fate over a string of serious drug and weapon offences after his arrest while on shift with a special needs client. Read the latest.
Alleged killer stays behind bars, Catley grilled over Triple-0 response
Bail has been refused for the accused killer of a mother of three, as Police Minister Yasmin Catley answers criticism of police response times in a fiery TV interview.
Everybody appearing at Lismore District Court, Monday, July 8
Here is a list of matters listed at Lismore District Court on Monday.
Everybody appearing at Lismore Local Court, Monday, July 8
Here is a list of matters listed at Lismore Local Court on Monday.
Check out the latest on Lismore roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Check out the latest on Lismore roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
Byron Bay Bluesfest groper avoids time behind bars
A Northern Rivers man has been found guilty of groping a woman in the crowd at Byron Bay Bluesfest, it can be revealed. Here’s what happened.
Back on the agenda: $18m plans for prominent Hunter school
It started out as being unsuitable for the site but with a few recent changes, plans for a multi million-dollar development at a Maitland school are back on. See first pictures.
‘She-Devil’ granted parole over ex-lover’s brutal murder
A woman who used sex as a weapon – and was quietly referred to as The She-Devil by investigators – is set to be released on parole for the horrific murder of an ex-lover before his body was dumped in a shallow grave.
Dad accused of being ‘director’ of Illawarra MDMA production ring
The alleged “director” of a major drug supply operation thwarted by police in the Illawarra produced nearly 10kg of MDMA caps, a court has heard.
‘Right to a home’: Squatters find refuge in flood-hit dwellings
A group of Lismore locals and itinerant workers – some of whom say they have nowhere left to go – have found refuge squatting in a number of flood-hit buyback homes, but the state government wants them gone.
$24.8M boost for booming Tweed
A multimillion dollar boost has been announced for two Tweed Heads infrastructure projects backed by the state governments accelerated infrastructure fund. Here’s what’s planned.
‘Sleeping giant of opportunity’: Trendy villas boom in Ballina
After the successful completion of a Mediterranean-style development in Byron Bay, the same team has come together to offer Ballina something not seen before. See the pictures.
Deadly wild dog attacks prompt warnings
Authorities have issued warnings to dog owners after five reports – over two months – of domestic dogs being set on and killed in the Northern Rivers. See video.
AusPost turns tables in $1bn battle with big banks
Paul Graham is seizing the moment to keep Australia Post delivering. This time he wants banks to be part of the solution.
TV ‘can’t get free pass’ on cost control: Stokes
The nation’s big broadcasters are feeling the brunt of an advertising downturn and are being forced to respond.
Cute European EV big on style but small on performance
The electric version of the pint-size Fiat 500 struggles to compete in the EV realm.
Invisible ASIC has become too big to regulate
The powerful corporate cop is doing too much, and most of it is small fry in a field where unglamorous corporate crime busting has a visibility issue.
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