Council accused of ‘profiteering’ from resident’s misfortune
Lismore councillors were asked to reimburse a resident who received a $2000 bill, incurred because of a concealed water leak.
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How a nosebleed helped solve the mystery of a missing horse
It was a small but crucial clue that helped former Lawrence resident Nikki Plint track down her old friend, a retired racehorse whom her family adopted 14 years ago..
Retiring councillor reveals the ‘real danger’ facing the Byron Shire
He’s moved away from the area and is going to focus on his family and relationships, but Paul Spooner says Byron residents have a big decision to make at the elections.
How much revenue Lismore lost in 2019 tip fire
An insurance payout not only replaced Lismore’s recycling centre, destroyed by fire in 2019, it also recognised the loss of revenue as a result of the centre’s closure.
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30 years of helicopter rescue service
SWAPPING the ocean for an office to a helicopter has been an exceptional ride for one Lismore first responder.
Future of council’s visitor fund remains unclear
MORE than 100 businesses were approached about the scheme but none have so far signed up.
Kart Club on track with $20,000 boost
Lismore Kart Club will do repairs and upgrades to the track, as well as get new equipment and work on a new program for karters.
PREVIEW: Re-enactment of 1st sanctioned Airmail flight
THE re-enactment of Lismore’s historic 1st sanctioned airmail flight will take place this Friday to mark its 100th centenary anniversary.
Rebels with a cause: The best of Bangalow rugby
A LOOK at the Bangalow Rebels best players of the last decade.
How many illegal homes are there in the Byron Shire?
COUNCIL’S new policy will help to address the “enormous amount of unregulated properties” in the shire.
Highs and lows in NRRRL grand finals
SPORTS editor Mitchell Craig takes a look back and rates the best grand finals in NRRRL.
New academy to boost STEM interests
LISMORE students will soon have access to a boosted STEM curriculum under new academy program.
Clever preschoolers find new solution to stinky problem
DUNOON’S adorable preschoolers try to help solve an issue for rescue pigs.
Why this Ballina woman loves being a mechanic
HOW a young Ballina woman has made good on her farm work fixing tractors to be on her way to completing a mechanical apprenticeship.
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