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Young baseball star to pitch on the world stage

A PROMISING pitcher is set to take his game to the international level with Billy McCarthy to represent Australia at the WBSC Under-12 Baseball...

Nurse wins two major awards as student of the year

LISMORE nurse Alex Synott has received two major awards after being named TAFE NSW Student of the Year and Wellbeing and Human Services student...

Hockey masters go back-to-back at state championships

FAR North Coast has taken out the title at the NSW State Masters Championships for a second straight year, with former Olympian Grant Smith...

Funding boost to control Bitou bush on the coast

A state government grant of $85,000 has been awarded to Rous County Council to help tackle Bitou bush and other invasive weeds threatening coastal...

Students learn new skills at annual karate seminar

A SPECIAL workshop with advanced instructors and high-level teaching was hosted by the Byron Shire Shotokan Kase-Ha Karate Do and Self Defence team at...

New device to support victims of domestic violence

CLUBS across Ballina have joined forces to launch the StandbyU Shield, a wearable device which offers discreet, immediate support to those facing domestic violence...

Council pours millions into sewer pipe upgrades

A SEWER relining program has seen more than $2.5 million poured into vital wastewater infrastructure work as part of long-term investment by Lismore City...

Magpies celebrate growth spurt in junior girls participation

BYRON Bay Magpies has celebrated a milestone with its junior girls more than doubling in registration numbers in the local Aussie Rules competition this...

Teens learn emergency response and disaster training

VOLUNTEERS from the Lismore SES Unit have trained a group of teenagers in disaster response and emergency preparedness as part of its Youth Internship...

Partnership to support indigenous mothers and new-born babies

SOUTHERN Cross University has partnered with Bullinah Aboriginal Health Service to strengthen its Birthing on Country initiative, aimed at improving care for Indigenous mothers...

Rovers pay tribute to club legend with memorial round

RICHMOND Rovers will pay tribute to club founder and Far North Coast Football legend Bill Harris with a memorial round after the 91-year-old died...

Two all-rounders? Webster hopeful he and Green both make Ashes XI

AUSTRALIAN all-rounder Beau Webster admitted that he didn't think it was likely that he would make the Test squad. Having made his first-class debut in...

Tons of fun at Timberjacks baseball carnival

LISMORE has received a major economic boost after nearly 400 junior baseballers and their families descended on the city for the annual Far North...

Tourism milestone highlights 20-years of flight service

BALLINA Byron Gateway Airport and Jetstar have celebrated 20 years of flight services to the region, marking a partnership that has carried more than...

Des Hasler fires back at sacking talk

DES Hasler has hit out at “unfounded” speculation he’s under pressure at the Titans after his side’s 26-14 loss to the Broncos.

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Council appoints new general manager from within its ranks

LISMORE City Council has appointed Eber Butron as its new general manager after his fourth month filling the position in a temporary role, following...

New access ramp and upgrades at Lighthouse Beach

A NEW access ramp and a series of upgrades have been completed at Lighthouse Beach to improve access for people with disability and emergency...

All-Stars chance to compete against Jets in A-League trial

THE best soccer players from across the Far North Coast will aim for selection in an All-Stars team to compete against professional players at...

Rous council moves to secure water supply in the region

CRITICAL water infrastructure has been transferred to Rous Country Council to support future needs and supply around the region. It includes the Marom Creek Water...

Health and fitness program open to new participants

SOUTHERN Cross University is taking on its next crop of participants for a specially designed 12-month training program to improve health and fitness with...

Ballina clubs join forces to raise funds for Our Kids

STAFF from two Ballina clubs will don colourful tutus at work on Thursday, August 22, as part of a new fundraising initiative for local...

Teen has Olympic dreams after state rugby selection

A FUTURE star with dreams of representing Australia at the Olympics has taken the next step in her rugby union journey after being selected...

National award hits home for Young Archie winner

A FOCUS on family and her storytelling ability through painting has seen local artist Isobel Bazar win a Young Archie award in the 9-12...

New laneway festival to light up the streets of Lismore

A NEW arts festival will light up the laneways of Lismore with music, markets and food trucks as it celebrates local and national talent. The...