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Times News Group journalist with over 15 years' experience providing quality news and sport stories. I also have a keen interest in business, council, real estate and human interest stories across the Northern Rives region. For story ideas and news tips contact me on [email protected]

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October 7, 2025

Research program to help turtles overcome disease

MARINE biologist Amanda Philp will be part of groundbreaking research into a viral tumour disease in green sea turtles after receiving a prestigious Churchill...

October 7, 2025

Rising stars in the pool part of sporting champions program

FIVE Alstonville water polo players have been recognised in the Northern Rivers Sporting Champions program which provides financial support for young athletes in the...

October 7, 2025

Collins Hume accounting firm named Business of the Year

BALLINA accounting firm Collins Hume has been named Business of the Year at the Northern Rivers Business Awards. The firm also won Excellence in Business...

October 6, 2025

Joint effort delivers millions in upgrades to critical infrastructure

ALMOST $5 million worth of flood-damaged water infrastructure has been rebuilt across the Northern Rivers under a state government recovery program. The works are part...

October 6, 2025

Award-winning athletics coach has high hopes for rising star

ATHLETICS coach Zenon Kowalczyk and aspiring First Nations para athlete Malachi Canning were recognised for their efforts at the North Coast Academy of Sport...

October 6, 2025

Change allows for noise-cancelling headphones at airport screening

BALLINA Byron Gateway Airport has made changes to help people with specific disabilities being screened through security with support items, including noise-cancelling headphones. It is...

October 5, 2025

Voss: Have the Cronulla Sharks hit their ceiling?

THE Cronulla Sharks have appeared in the last four finals campaigns including successive preliminary final berths in 2024 and 2025. However, SEN's Andrew Voss...

October 5, 2025

Live music to help pubs slash annual liquor licence fees

A HOSPITALITY and Racing Regulatory Roadshow at Ballina has provided vital information for licensees and venue operators on how they can cut costs on...

October 4, 2025

Restaurant brings European influence to local flavours

NEW Lennox Head restaurant Rhea Food +Wine is bringing new tastes to the region with head chef Jonny Wood and front of house manager...

October 4, 2025

University students to benefit under new business model

A NEW business degree at Southern Cross University is set to replace traditional models of study, with students working in real industry situations to...

October 4, 2025

Top jockey Ben Looker celebrates first Lismore Cup win

BEN Looker claimed his first Lismore Cup win in front of a big crowd on Thursday, guiding Flywheel to victory in the $85,000 feature. It...

October 3, 2025

How to spot fake $50 and $100 notes circulating in Northern Rivers

RICHMOND Police District is warning businesses and the public to be on alert after counterfeit notes were found circulating in the Northern Rivers. Officers were...

October 3, 2025

Stage set for junior surfers with return of Tweed Coast Pro

KINGSCLIFF Boardriders Club is hosting the return of the Tweed Coast Pro Junior with the event to attract 100 of the best young surfers...

October 3, 2025

Hundreds of people flock to the sports fields for masters games

THE Lismore Workers Club Masters Games attracted hundreds of people across a variety of sports, bringing a $500,000 injection to the local economy. It was...

October 3, 2025

Lennox whale photo wins Craig Parry global award

OCEAN and wildlife photographer Craig Parry has won a prestigious international award for his image of a stranded humpback whale at Lennox Head. The Lennox...

October 2, 2025

SEN/Lions ruckman yet to make call on future

BRISBANE Lions GM of footy, Danny Daly, says Oscar McInerney is yet to make a call on his future in the AFL. The 31-year-old ruckman...

October 2, 2025

Northern Rivers celebrates best in business

EXCELLENCE across the Northern Rivers business community was celebrated in Ballina on Saturday night, with Collins Hume taking out the top honour at the...

October 2, 2025

Four new mega precincts to transform Lismore

LISMORE residents will help shape the future of four new precincts as part of the next stage in the city's flood recovery. The NSW Government...

October 2, 2025

Aboriginal support and recovery program wins mental health award

BULLINAH Aboriginal Health Service has won a state award for its Culture as Therapy and Recovery Service, which supports women recovering from domestic violence...

October 1, 2025

Smoke alarm warnings after findings in residential fires

FIRE agencies are urging residents to check smoke alarms and review evacuation plans after a spate of deadly house fires across New South Wales...

October 1, 2025

Pioneer creates rugby club history with life membership

WOLLONGBAR-Alstonville stalwart Bill Johnston has made club history, becoming the Pioneers' newest life member at the presentation night. Johnston, 39, is the first player to...

September 30, 2025

Mobile health van provides vital support service

A MOBILE medical van has delivered free health checks to more than 100 people in the Ballina region, with the support of the Rotary...

September 30, 2025

Surf star wins back-to-back gold medals for Australia

FINGAL Head surfer Dane Henry has won back-to-back gold medals at the ISA World Surfing Games, claiming the men's title in El Salvador. Henry, 19,...

September 29, 2025

Construction underway as SES unit prepares for new control centre

CONSTRUCTION has started on a $6.3 million SES unit and Emergency Operations Centre in Ballina, designed to improve the region's flood and disaster response. The...

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