Local derbies highlight return of rugby league season
A NEW halves combination and emerging junior talent will boost the Cudgen Hornets in Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League this season. Cudgen will host the...
Candidate focused on cost of living issues
A FOCUS on cheaper fuel, cost of living and the future of small business in the region is driving Nationals candidate for Richmond Kimberly...
Focus on the future at Youth Week
A STRING of art and recreation activities during Youth Week will aim to engage teenagers and help them build on the role they play...
Fresh twist as hula hoop group expands
A DANCE coach who has competed internationally in aerobics is teaching a group of women how to learn thousands of new tricks with a...
Kerr’s “regret” as she breaks silence over arrest
SAM Kerr has broken her silence on her court case from earlier this year as it was confirmed she will remain captain of the...
Class to connect horses and humans
A NEW six-week horse training program is breaking new ground with its focus on connecting people and horses. Free Rein Horsemanship is run by Lisa...
Fire destroys Richmond River High School building
FIRE and Rescue NSW crews worked through the night to contain a large fire that destroyed a Richmond River High School building, due for...
Cycling fundraiser to help purchase wheelchair bike
THE Cycling Without Age Burringbar group is running a monster trivia and raffle night to help raise vital funds to purchase a new wheelchair...
Future Olympians climb for Australian selection
FUTURE Olympians will be on show when the Climbing Jungle at Ballina hosts a national youth competition at its indoor complex. Sport Climbing Australia has...
Surfers chance to Seas The Day
ONE of the most popular all-female surf events from around the world is set to return with hundreds of competitors flocking to the region...
Jett set to take flight at jockey club
A RISING star of the racetrack is turning heads with her early success and will return to Ballina Jockey Club for the start of...
Calls to help prevent further fish kills
THOUSANDS of dead fish have washed up along the Richmond River in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, with experts warning the ecosystem could...
New lease on life for social club
A VITAL group for older people which has operated for more than 40 years will remain operational after disbanding as a Probus Club. The Lennox...
Fresh start in fast-tracked training program
A Fast-tracked work and training program is helping people gain valuable hands-on experience with Lismore City Council, while earning formal qualifications which could lead...
Truck loads of hay to help flood recovery
A GROUP of interstate truck drivers who have helped hundreds of farmers across the country will roll into Lismore with 250 loads of donated...
AFL grants to help Northern Rivers clubs recover from cyclone damage.
The Australian Football League has provided grants to clubs across the Northern Rivers to help get them back on the field and support their...
Surge in women using breast screening van
A MOBILE breast screening van in Ballina has seen a surge in women booking mammograms, with the service described as a potential lifesaver. The BreastScreen...
Cudgen on the cusp of major cricket title
A CRICKET team packed with stars and promising juniors is one win away from an historic eighth premiership in the Far North Coast LJ...
Titans a chanceto create history
A CHANCE to be crowned the top region in NSW country rugby league is driving the Northern Rivers Titans representative teams at the state...
Solar panel plan for centre upgrade
ALSTONVILLE Cultural Centre is set for its first major upgrade since the site was first built more than 40 years ago. Plans include a new...
Disaster camp to focus on First Nations community
A FIVE-DAY cultural camp starting March 31 will help First Nations participants prepare for floods and extreme weather events. The Disaster Ready with Country Culture...
Calls grow for return of NRL referee briefing as coaches left confused over rules
SEN'S Matt White has called for the return of the weekly referee's briefing after a number of decisions from Round 3 left fans and...
SES builds around youth training program
A YOUTH internship program by the Lismore City SES Unit will train a new crop of volunteers to be ready to assist in floods...
High hopes for beach sprint team
IT will be a family affair when a group of beach sprinters represent Ballina at the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships at North Kirra...