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March 2, 2025

Search for future Olympians on home soil

A NEW talent identification program that aims to unearth and fast-track future Olympians is holding a regional event at Byron Bay. The Future Green and...

March 2, 2025

Couple breathe new life into car show

A POPULAR event for car lovers and racing fans has re-established itself as a major player in the region after the success of the...

March 2, 2025

Helping seniors connect in the community

OLDER residents in Lismore will have the chance to explore new activities and community connections when the Lismore Seniors Festival returns from March 3...

March 2, 2025

Star connections in country final

ONE of the biggest race days in local history has culminated with a group of horse owners now aiming for a $1 million prize...

March 1, 2025

Tree planting to help Koala group reach milestone

VOLUNTEERS are being urged to support the Bangalow Koalas, with the community group aiming to plant 500,000 trees to complete its seven-year project. The group...

March 1, 2025

Tweed Coast Tigers focus on youth and retention for 2024 season

A FOCUS on junior development and retaining key players is driving the Tweed Coast Tigers as they prepare for the coming QFA Division 2...

February 28, 2025

Why Cummins believes the Ashes is still Australia’s biggest rivalry

AUSTRALIAN cricket captain Pat Cummins still believes the Ashes trumps all other bilateral series despite an ever-growing rivalry between Australia and India. Cummins led Australia...

February 28, 2025

Art gallery to host Aboriginal collective

A MAJOR exhibition at the Lismore Regional Gallery will highlight indigenous issues through works by an influential aboriginal artist collective. Established in 2003, proppaNOW is...

February 28, 2025

Volunteers powering community surf event at Kingscliff Beach

SURFERS of all abilities are riding waves and building connections at Kingscliff Beach, supported by a dedicated group of volunteers creating an unforgettable ocean...

February 27, 2025

Mum’s group reaching new heights

A POPULAR Mums and Bubs climbing session at Ballina's Climbing Jungle is helping women form connections while tackling an indoor rock-climbing course. Ballina's Climbing Jungle...

February 27, 2025

Students showcase major art works

SOME of the best artworks by high school students around the state are now being showcased at the Lismore Regional Gallery. The ARTEXPRESS works are...

February 27, 2025

Has the NRL made a misstep with no Queensland team for Vegas in 2025?

HYPE for the 2025 NRL Season opener in Las Vegas has reached fever pitch as all four sides have arrived in the US. The Canberra...

February 26, 2025

AFL eyes Oakes Oval as future sports hub

OAKES Oval has been named NSW's top community AFL facility and is now a finalist for a national award, positioning it as a potential...

February 26, 2025

Clubs push for new local Aussie Rules comp

BALLINA Bombers and Byron Bay Magpies are considering forming a new local Aussie Rules competition after failing to register for the AFL Queensland League,...

February 25, 2025

High hopes in million- dollar race

VIVA Racing owner Mitch Lowe has high hopes for Tribeca Star in the $150,000 Northern Rivers Country Qualifier at Lismore Turf Club. The five-year-old gelding...

February 24, 2025

Lunch with rugby league legends

FORMER NRL stars and rugby league legends will gather for a special fundraising lunch to support junior and senior rugby league at Bilambil. The Bilambil...

February 23, 2025

Kids rub shoulders with cricket legends

RISING cricket stars from across the region had the chance to rub shoulders with some of the legends of the game in a special...

February 23, 2025

Swimming coach honoured for 35 years of service

A LONG-SERVING pool attendant and swimming coach has been recognised by Tweed Shire Council for 35 years of service. Ian Walker has taught and trained...

February 23, 2025

Byron Shire secures $3.8 million for road repairs

BYRON Shire Council is set to receive nearly $3.8 million in state funding to repair roads damaged by last year's floods. Around 40 roads sustained...

February 23, 2025

Ballina beaches set for major access upgrades

CONSTRUCTION is underway on major beach access upgrades in Ballina Shire, with improvements planned for Lighthouse Beach and Sharpes Beach. Lighthouse Beach will soon have...

February 22, 2025

Expo sparks surge in Ballina community group memberships

MORE THAN 115 Ballina shire residents have joined local community groups following the Lennox Head Community Connections Expo earlier this month. The event connected residents...

February 22, 2025

Why Parker believes the Storm are a lock for the 2025 NRL minor premiership

SEN'S Corey Parker has declared the Melbourne Storm all but certain to claim the minor premiership in season 2025. The Storm finished two games clear...

February 21, 2025

Bulls and broncs to shake up Alstonville

SOME of Australia's top bull riders will compete in a new rodeo event in Alstonville next month, with Bulls, Broncs and Barrels set to...

February 21, 2025

How Reid’s West Coast future coulddepend on Warner’s potential Eagles move

THE feel around the AFL industry right now is that Sydney's Chad Warner will find his way to West Coast later this year. Warner, who...