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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...