Long lunch raises vital funds for rugby league community
THE Tweed Seagulls hosted their annual Lion’s Long Lunch in front of a sold‑out crowd, with former NRL stars providing entertainment and the...
Hundreds of students take part in state maths competition
HUNDREDS of students across the Northern Rivers have tested their numeracy and problem-solving skills in the state-wide Newcastle Permanent Primary Schools Mathematics Competition. The competition...
Patston paves the way for female rugby league talent
TITANS winger Lily Patston is inspiring junior female players on the Northern Rivers after a history-making National Rugby League Women's debut on the Gold...
Hundreds of homes approved for Goonellabah site
A REZONED site at Goonellabah will make way for 400 homes after the NSW Department of Planning approved 60 hectares of flood-free land. The area...
Local golfers tee off in $50,000 regional qualifying series
AROUND 100 golfers competed in the $50,000 Ford NSW Open Regional Qualifying Series, with two of the six events played in the Northern Rivers. The...
Family-run tyre company named business of the year
PLATEAU Tyres was the major winner at the Alstonville Wollongbar Business Excellence Awards with a gala night held at Summerland Farm. It was named Business...
Millions poured into upgrades at Sharpes Beach precinct
BALLINA Shire Council and the NSW state government have poured in just over $2 million to build a proper car park, toilet and shower...
New club helps launch Northern Rivers Aussie Rules revival
A NEW era for Aussie Rules in the Northern Rivers is underway with the formation of the Lennox Head Saints men's team, which organisers...
Smith’s warning to Bazball-inspired England ahead of Ashes
AUSTRALIA'S Steve Smith believes that England's batters will be in for a surprise when they come down for this year's Ashes series. Across the last...
Trinity marks 40 years
TRINITY Catholic College will mark its 40th anniversary with a dinner at the Lismore Workers Club, where hundreds of alumni are expected to gather. The...
Rare chance to join professional photographer in ocean
OCEAN and wildlife photographer Craig Parry is teaming up with The Reveling Experiences team with a specially-designed guided tour to highlight his internationally acclaimed...
Tricks and mind games lead in to rugby union finals
CASUARINA Beach will take momentum into the Far North Coast Rugby Union finals after winning five of its past six games to secure third...
Chance for community to engage during Local Government Week
TWEED Shire Council is set to open its doors to showcase a range of its services with more than 15 free community events as...
Ceramic artist to showcase new work on mud trail
CERAMIC artist Lauren Hotson will be one of the new creatives featured in this year's North Coast Mud Trail, with hundreds expected to attend...
“Pretenders”: Have the Broncos blown a top four spot?
THE Brisbane Broncos' chances to claim a top four finish took a massive dent in Round 21 following their shock 22-20 loss to the...
RFS leader and mentor David Cook honoured at funeral service
FAMILY and friends of Superintendent David Cook were joined by about 100 members of the Rural Fire Service at his funeral at Lennox Head...
Byron Bay surfer claims first career win
BYRON Bay surfer Kai Ellice-Flint has claimed a career first win at Lexus US Open of Surfing, defeating four-time world tour champion Taylor Jensen...
Award ceremony celebrates nurses and midwives across the region
BALLINA RSL Club hosted the Northern NSW Local Health District Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards with more than 150 people nominated by staff...
Joint effort with regional funding boost to address net zero
THE Northern Rivers Joint Organisation will hire a dedicated officer to drive net zero initiatives after securing more than $250,000 in state funding. The funding...
Hundreds of pickleball players set for regional rally
BALLINA is set to host one of the largest pickleball events in the region with the Northern Rivers Regional Rally expected to attract about...
Grants support junior sport champions on the big stage
JUNIOR sport stars from around the region have received a financial boost, with Page MP Kevin Hogan recognising 60 teenagers under his Local Sporting...
Moesha Johnson Wins First Australian 10 km World Title
TWEED Heads swimmer Moesha Johnson has created history after winning Australia's first 10km open water world title at in Singapore. The 27-year-old, who claimed silver...
Council closes part of Transit Centre amid safety concerns
LISMORE City Council has closed the Transit Centre waiting room due to ongoing safety concerns and reports of anti-social behaviour by individuals. The decision was...
Summerland Farm to host business awards and networking events
ALSTONVILLE will welcome the return of the Wollongbar Business Excellence Awards later this month, with Summerland Farm set to host the sold-out gala. The event...