Meet the candidates: Who’s who in Kyogle Council election
Kyogle Council candidates running in the Local Government elections have a little bit more on their mind than simply roads, rates and rubbish. Find out more about those vying for your vote.
Community
‘Nightmare’: Family shattered after forensics confirm worst fears
An autopsy on remains found in the Byron hinterland has confirmed the death of a Mullumbimby man reported missing months ago. Family want to fly Gage home for a “beautiful celebration of his life”.
‘Spectacular’ young talent get Opera House standing ovation
Young Mid and North Coast NSW musical prodigies have wowed crowds with dazzling performances at the iconic Sydney Opera House. Here’s what happened.
Pass the tissues: Northern Rivers hit by spike in infectious illnesses
Northern NSW residents are being struck by a slew of particularly nasty illnesses as winter comes to an end. Medicos have urged the community to help drive down transmission.
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Spectre of homelessness looms for pod village tenants
A government report into the housing response for the 2022 floods highlights imminent homelessness for those in temporary accommodation amid no government plans.
‘Out of control’: Community calls for action on youth crime
What begun as a ‘fed up’ moment for a retired cop has snowballed into a community demanding action on youth crime and violence. Here is what happened.
North Coast snapper embarks on inspiring Our Kids passion project
A North Coast photographer has launched a lengthy passion project to get in touch with people she snapped as youngsters for a much-loved local charity helping kids with special medical needs.
Crucial work on key farming route as floods road repair bill bites
A key transport link in the Northern Rivers is getting some timely aid in the wake of the 2022 floods – but there’s hundreds of millions more road work still needed across northern NSW two years on
Bungles at historic bridge causing drama for battling businesses
Lismore businesses are losing a bundle because crashes into a 130-year-old heritage-listed bridge are resulting in road closures. They’ve joined council in calling for a bulldozer to be brought in.
Calls to honour sporting icon in renaming of grandstand
Prominent North Coast sporting identities with a host of sporting organisations are backing calls for Oakes Oval grandstand to be named after the late sporting icon John McMahon.
$9m housing plan for tourist hot spot
A $9m proposal for apartments in tourist hot spot Byron Bay will include affordable housing for retail and hospitality workers. Here’s what’s planned.
Domestic dogs blamed for spate of pet deaths in states north
Roaming and unleashed domestic dogs in the state’s north have been blamed for a spate of pet deaths but a local dog behaviourist says it’s a human issue first.
Firey keen to ‘open more doors’ for female firefighters
A North Coast firey is following her grandfathers, fathers, and uncles footsteps as the first female firey in her family following her dream to lead and protect her community. Here’s her story.
Saleyard stoush ends to bring beef back to Casino
The largest and busiest cattle saleyard in Northern Rivers will host its first sale this week after a seven-month standoff.
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