LismoreLismore residents out and about at Mary G’s, the Hilly, Lismore Workers Sports Club and The Heights, celebrating the race that stops the nation. See the familiar faces.
ExclusiveLismoreHeartbreak struck twice when Eli Roth lost the house he was renting this week to fire – bare months after his home was swept by flood. The devastated young family tell their story, and why they cling to hope.
BallinaA property developer has promised to fight Ballina council in court, again, if it tries to zone land on Burns Point Road for conservation. Read about the revised plans for 148 homes at the site.
UpdatedLismoreLower North Lismore has been ordered to evacuate, with other northern rivers towns hit hard by the last floods also now advised to watch for potential imminent flooding again.
Byron ShireA planning proposal for a prime patch of flood-free land smack bang in the heart of Mullumbimby has been put to Byron Shire Council – and if it gets up it could pave the way for 100-plus dwellings. See what’s on the table.
Community NewsThe future of baseball at Cawarra Park hangs in the balance as Ballina council decides whether it’s hammer time for croquet to move into the facility. Read why the stakes are high in this winner takes all battle.
Byron ShireResilience NSW’s ‘misguided’ decision to raise a section of land at Mullumbimby in the state’s north in a bid to establish a pod village has sparked a furore. Read why the neighbours are fearful of what happens when you try and control nature.
LismoreA Lismore chef cooked thousands of free meals for flood victims after the disaster devastated the town, then he had to face the harsh reality of being one himself. Read why only now can the full story be told.
LismoreAfter the horror year for Lismore, the show must, and does, go on – as hundreds of locals sussed animals, downed Dagwood dogs, got their thrill on and just caught up with mates. See the familiar faces in our gallery.
LismoreOne of Lismore’s most popular licensed clubs will bounce back from the devastating flood with a bold new look. See what is planned.