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July 3, 2025
Bonfire and fireworks show to help school with new project
A COMMUNITY event which raises vital funds to purchase new equipment for one of the smallest schools in the region will light up the...
July 3, 2025
SES members recognised for 60 years of service
NORTHERN Rivers volunteers who played crucial roles during extreme weather events and catastrophic disasters were recognised at the NSW SES North Eastern Zone awards. Lismore...
July 2, 2025
Ballina Chamber of Commerce elects new board at AGM
A NEW board has been elected to the Ballina Chamber of Commerce, with a focus on after hours networking events and preparations underway for...
July 1, 2025
Gold medal win could see student on the world stage
A NORTHERN Rivers TAFE student could represent an Australian team in China next year, after her efforts winning a gold medal in health and...
July 1, 2025
Pickleball courts open at Cabarita club
CABARITA Beach Bowls and Sports Club has opened two new purpose-built pickleball courts, aiming to boost revenue and meet demand for the fast-growing sport. The...
June 30, 2025
Police initiative to help prevent home break-ins
A COMMUNITY volunteer has joined forces with the Richmond Police District crime prevention unit with a new initiative to combat home and property break-ins...
June 30, 2025
Rams find form as finals push begins
PLAYERS in key positions and the ability to close out games under fatigue are boosting the Marist Brothers Rams' chances of playing semi-finals this...
June 29, 2025
Students learn about the future of film and television
A RECORD crowd of Northern Rivers students explored the future of film and television at this year's Screen Futures program in Lennox Head. About 200...
June 29, 2025
Festival of footy highlights growing junior female talent
A LANDMARK rugby league event has seen more than 250 players converge for the inaugural Festival of Female Footy at Tweed Heads. The focus was...
June 29, 2025
Wallabies legend to headline Old Tie Lunch
FORMER World Cup-winning Wallabies captain Nick Farr-Jones will be the special guest speaker at the Far North Coast rugby union Old Tie Lunch this...
June 28, 2025
Funding boost to provide mental health support for young men
A VITAL program that aims to prevent teenage suicide has been boosted with a state government grant of nearly $50,000 to support young men...
June 28, 2025
Parade shines light on resilience and community spirit
THOUSANDS of people lined the streets as the annual Lismore Lantern Parade shone a light on resilience and ongoing community spirit in the region. The...
June 28, 2025
Byron’s Zali Black earns Matildas call-up
EARNING selection at a national tournament will see Byron Bay's Zali Black compete in the Emerging Matildas Championships, regarded as the premier youth event...
June 27, 2025
New comp aims to revive Northern Rivers footy
PLANS to revive an Aussie Rules men's competition on the Northern Rivers are taking shape, with AFL Queensland introducing a new six-week social competition...
June 27, 2025
“Embarrassing” moment that epitomises Cronulla’s concerning form slump
SEN's Andrew Voss has called out Nicho Hynes and his Cronulla Sharks teammates for a bizarre moment in their 34-28 loss to the Brisbane...
June 26, 2025
Finalists announced for North Coast tourism awards
DISCOVER Ballina has been recognised as a major operator across the region after being named as a finalist the 2025 North Coast Regional Tourism...
June 26, 2025
Fundraising drive to help flood recovery support group
A VITAL flood recovery group is calling on community support to keep its services free and help Northern Rivers residents prepare for future disasters. Resilient...
June 26, 2025
The rare air Marcus Bontempelli could enter in 2025
2025 MAY prove difficult for the AFL's All-Australian selection panel, with a six-time squad member approaching what may be a rare feat in All-Australian...
June 25, 2025
Grants open to help clubs run Gone Fishing Day
GRANTS are now open with Ballina one of the selected regional venues to host the annual Gone Fishing Day in October. Local fishing clubs can...
June 25, 2025
Red Devils hand senior roles to emerging rugby league talent
BYRON Bay Red Devils are banking on fresh talent to revive their Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League campaign, with emerging players stepping into senior...
June 24, 2025
Locals gather to thank first responders
HUNDREDS of local volunteers were recognised at the Thank a First Responder Day at Ballina RSL Club, with ambulance officers, police, surf lifesavers and...
June 24, 2025
Students invited to apply for Japan exchange
LISMORE City Council has opened applications for its Sister City Student Exchange program, where up to six students from local high schools can visit...
June 24, 2025
Croquet clubs united in hosting state championships
NORTHERN Rivers croquet clubs have cemented the region as a NSW State Championship hotspot, hosting 28 players for the fifth year in a row. Ballina...
June 24, 2025
Joint effort to fast-track circular economy across industries
A NEW project between Southern Cross University, SDG Align and Meat and Livestock Australia is hoping to fast-track the Northern Rivers towards a sustainable...
