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January 30, 2026
Ocean Heroes program helps kids with autism build confidence through surfing
DISABILITY support group Ocean Heroes is set to return to the Far North Coast, helping change lives for children with autism through free surf...
January 30, 2026
Kelly’s homecoming highlights Eels NRL training camp at Lennox Head
NEW Eels recruit Brian Kelly returned home with the Parramatta NRL squad for a week-long training camp at Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre...
January 29, 2026
Emergency response volunteer Jennifer Booth named Citizen of the Year
EMERGENCY response volunteer Jennifer Booth has been named Tweed Shire Citizen of the Year, having supported hundreds of people in recovery efforts from natural...
January 29, 2026
Local captain named Citizen of the Year for vital service to marine rescue
BALLINA Marine Rescue boat captain Geoff Hutchinson has been named Citizen of the Year at the Australia Day awards, recognised for hundreds of hours...
January 29, 2026
Children’s health advocate Rebekka Battista named Citizen of the Year
CHILDREN'S health advocate Rebekka Battista has been named Lismore Citizen of the Year, after dedicating more than two decades of fundraising efforts to help...
January 28, 2026
Industry guide to help local berry farmers navigate future disasters
LOCAL berry farmers launched a new industry-wide guide to support recovery efforts and strengthen resilience against future natural disasters, helping the sector remain a...
January 28, 2026
Park upgrades create flood-resilient space for Uki families
UPGRADES at Sweetnam Park in Uki have rebuilt the site as a flood-resilient play space following severe damage during the 2022 flood. The project was...
January 27, 2026
Croquet club celebrates opening of flood-resilient clubhouse
TWEED Heads Croquet Club has celebrated the opening of its new clubhouse with the $720,000 rebuild part of the governments jointly funded Community Assets...
January 27, 2026
After hours event to highlight adoption opportunities at animal shelter
NORTHERN Rivers Animal Services will open its doors for an after hours business event aimed at highlighting its work caring for abused and abandoned...
January 27, 2026
Community safety forum to address crime rates and ongoing concerns
RISING crime concerns in Lismore will be discussed at a public Community Safety Forum bringing police, emergency services and elected representatives together with residents. The...
January 26, 2026
Three fishermen rescued after boat capsizes on Ballina Bar
EMERGENCY services rescued three fishermen who were thrown into the water after their boat capsized while crossing the Ballina Bar. The vessel was returning from...
January 26, 2026
Rare distinction as Lismore cricketers break through in Australian merit teams
TWO Lismore cricketers have gained national recognition for their batting efforts, with Jack Cooper and Cooper Williams named in Australian merit teams after standout...
January 25, 2026
Chance to be crowned iron series champion after career-defining win
CUDGEN local Lily O'Sullivan is gearing up for a chance to be crowned overall champion after a career-defining win in the Shaw and Partners...
January 25, 2026
Community champions to be honoured at Ballina Australia Day ceremony
BALLINA Shire Council is preparing to host its annual Australia Day Ceremony, featuring community awards, a citizenship ceremony and live entertainment. The event will be...
January 25, 2026
Titans to bring top names to Northern Rivers NRL fan day at Lismore
THE Gold Coast Titans NRL team is hosting a Northern Rivers Fan Day at Lismore, where the community will be able to meet the...
January 24, 2026
East Coast 8s brings fast-paced soccer competition to Lennox Head
A NEW soccer carnival, the East Coast 8s, will bring hundreds of open-age competitors to Lennox Head over the Australia Day long weekend. Northern Rivers...
January 24, 2026
Completely unacceptable”: Copeland slams Thunder’s BBL season
SYDNEY Thunder GM Trent Copeland has labelled his side's season as "completely unacceptable" after failing to back up from their success in BBL14. The Thunder...
January 23, 2026
Tweed Coast surfer wins world junior title
TWEED Coast surfer Dane Henry has become just the fifth Australian to win a WSL World Junior Championship after a finals performance in the...
January 23, 2026
Boaty Boys to ride 350km in support of women affected by domestic violence
LENNOX Head fitness and men's mental health support group the Boaty Boys will ride 350km to raise funds for women affected by domestic violence. The...
January 23, 2026
Acrobats and performance animals to light up Hudsons Circus
HUDSONS Circus is bringing its latest show to the Northern Rivers, featuring acrobatics, clowns and animal performances exclusive to the popular touring group. The circus...
January 23, 2026
Young gun Katoa leading the way as Dolphins chase first ever finals campaign
DOLPHINS forward Daniel Saifiti has heaped praise on young halfback Isaiya Katoa for his professionalism and leadership throughout the NRL pre-season. Katoa was among the...
January 22, 2026
Best-selling author and business leader named as Australia Day ambassador
LISMORE will welcome best-selling author and business leader Catherine De Vrye as the ambassador at this year's Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony. De Vrye,...
January 22, 2026
Community support as crowds flock to Ballina Jockey Club Summer Cup
BALLINA Jockey Club attracted a large crowd for its annual Summer Cup meeting, featuring a $65,000 feature race, fashions on the field and strong...
January 21, 2026
SCU researcher helps uncover air-cleaning microbes in tree bark
SOUTHERN Cross University researcher Dr Luke Jeffrey is part of a team that has discovered microbes living in the bark of trees that help...
