‘This is our home’: Lismore residents staying put despite new flood
The third major flood in five years is still not enough of a wake-up call to some Lismore residents who say they are committed to rebuilding near flood plains. Here’s why.
Lismore development
All the latest news on major developments and construction projects across Lismore
New plan for former newsagent’s building in Lismore CBD
Since floods swept through in 2017, this CBD shop has been vacant. However, a plan to increase housing options and bring new business to town could help to revive the spot.
Residents win battle against ‘poor quality’ housing development
The Byron Bay development could have seen a popular street changed forever with a multi-dwelling development. So why did it get knocked back by an independent planning authority?
Opening soon: Two new stores for former Goonellabah Target site
Northern Rivers were residents left heartbroken by the closure of three Target Country stores, but now two new brands are filling this prominent spot at The Village shopping centre.
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Vital organisation to ‘reinvigorate’ forgotten CBD space
“The premises has been empty for over a year… the flow on effects are that more money will be spent in local businesses with people sourcing lunches and groceries”.
Can we no longer afford to live in the place we call home?
“Yesterday I followed a Porsche home. Not a Kombi, a Porsche. Cashed-up buyers are discovering what we already know ‒ that it’s heaven on earth here”.
Hot bidding expected for limited land release
Blocks of land in this new housing estate have attracted a lot of interest, with two blocks going to auction this weekend.
742 lots: North Lismore Plateau DA labelled ‘worst this century’
Developers of the controversial residential and business project have not given up, but the application is once again striking firm opposition.
Fashion franchise inches closer to opening its first Lismore store
This chain cult brand has remained tight-lipped about the exciting reveal of its Lismore store but a new development hints it could be closer than ever for keen shoppers.
Lismore car dealer reveals plans for $700K revamp
A major refurbishment is on the cards for this business, with plans for a modern new building, including a bigger showroom, extra work bays and more parking.
Shoppers ‘sad to see’ revamp plans for Aldi Goonellabah
It’s a comprehensive upgrade worth $1.39 million, but not all Northern Rivers residents are happy to see it take place. Here’s what you had to say.
How can Lismore become a vibrant city, ‘bursting with jobs’?
What do you think Lismore needs within the next 20 years? A vital community engagement session will be held this week, and locals are being urged to have some input.
Fresh plans for further $1.5M revamp to former Masters site
The proposed development will see Australian property giant Home Co make its mark in a growing sector. And it will mean plenty of new jobs on offer.
‘Shock’, fears over planned Lismore tourist development
One nearby resident, who told the council she had been looking forward to a quiet retirement, said the proposal could “impact residents every day and night”.
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