World-class stunts at Lismore Show with Aussie FMX
MOTOCROSS world record holder Brodie Carmichael will return to the Lismore Show this week, bringing his Aussie FMX team to showcase high-flying stunts and...
Natsky’s journey through loss showcased in new exhibition
A NEW exhibition by Lismore photographer Natsky is a deeply personal collection of images that track how her life changed when her sister died...
Iconic Hannah Cabinet to be restored
LISMORE's iconic Hannah Cabinet, a masterpiece by craftsman Geoff Hannah, is set to be fully restored after suffering significant damage in the devastating 2022...
Fallen firefighter John Holmes honoured in state memorial
RURAL Fire Service brigades across the Northern Rivers paused this week to honour Senior Deputy Captain John Holmes. Mr Holmes's name was added to the...
Schools take up the challenge to help solve global problems
STUDENTS from Alstonville Public School are among the finalists in a challenge that seeks to solve important issues impacting people around the world. The school's...
Becoming grounded in nature
AN innovative exhibition at the Lismore Regional Gallery uses film, sound installations and interactive artworks created in collaboration with Bundjalung Elders to highlight the...
The rice project changing the industry
A GROUNDBREAKING project to develop climate smart rice has helped boost Southern Cross University in the Times Higher Education 2025 World Rankings. Rice is the...
Program to boost affordable housing
PROJECTS that expand affordable housing across the Northern Rivers can now apply for a share of $3 million in NSW Government funding. The Regional Housing...
Cutting the costs of healthcare
PATIENTS from the Northern Rivers are getting better healthcare thanks to funding that provides financial assistance when they need to travel long distances for...
Governor’s visit inspires hope for the future
NSW Governor Margaret Beazley has returned to Lismore to witness the community's recovery from the devastating 2022 floods and offer her support to those...
New deputy mayor elected
CR JERI HALL has been re-elected as Lismore's deputy mayor for the next twelve months following the first council meeting since the September elections. The...
Keeping the music playing
ONE of the oldest buildings in Lismore is getting a renovation. Capital works at the Northern Rivers Conservatorium (NRC) have been approved by Lismore City...
Age-old skill passed down through the generations
WHEN James Livingstone takes to the woodchopping arena at the Lismore Show later this month, he'll bring the skills and knowledge passed down through...
Big changes to holiday letting rules
A NEW cap on short-term holiday letting in the Byron Shire will limit the rental of most unhosted properties to 60 days, in a...
Mayor looks forward to getting on with business
STEVE Krieg has been returned as mayor of Lismore for another term. Running as an independent candidate in the 2024 NSW local government elections, Cr...
Resounding victory for returning mayor
SHARON Cadwallader has been re-elected as the mayor of Ballina, attracting over 68 per cent of the vote at the NSW local government elections...
A party with a purpose
WHILE the team behind Nudge Nudge Wink Wink promises their latest gig will have your feet dancing and your heart smiling, it's a party...
Supporting Aussie-owned businesses
SOME of Australia's biggest food producers are calling for country of origin labelling to make it clear to shoppers who owns the products they...
Gearing up for a great weekend of cycling
FOR cyclists dreaming of riding in a criterium, or those who are working up the courage to ride on the road, attending the Lismore...
Students head back to classrooms after rebuild
STUDENTS from three Northern Rivers schools are back in their classrooms after the completion of flood restoration work. Wardell Public School and Empire Vale Public...
First look at new site for historic homes
SOME of Lismore's oldest homes are about to be relocated to a new housing estate in Goonellabah as part of the Government's plan to...
End of the line for heritage listed rail bridge
DEMOLITION of a 130-year-old timber rail bridge over Terania Street in North Lismore began this week, as years of neglect and safety concerns force...
The new club going in to bat for juniors
THE dedicated team behind the Tweed's newest sports club has a mission to place table tennis bats in the hands of young people, rather...
13 Lismore businesses pick up awards
NORCO, one of Lismore's oldest businesses, is the 2024 Northern Rivers Business of the Year, recognised for its commitment to business excellence, dedication to...