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Times News Group journalist with over 15 years' experience providing quality news and sport stories. I also have a keen interest in business, council, real estate and human interest stories across the Northern Rives region. For story ideas and news tips contact me on [email protected]

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September 19, 2025

Records set as Babe Raid puts Ballina on the world stage

MORE than 30 families set a new world record for mothers and daughters riding together at the Babe Raid motorcycle event in Ballina. The rally,...

September 19, 2025

“Just like Warnie”: Why Reece Walsh is just like Spin King

SPEAKING with Reece Walsh, I just could not get past an image of Warnie, in my mind. The challenge of being Reece Walsh is similar...

September 19, 2025

Performers to bring circus and magic show to the region

CIRCUS performer Rhett Morrow and magician Jason Gray will bring the first of a planned regional tour to the Northern Rivers in a show...

September 18, 2025

Drone captures heartbreaking vision of mother whale and calf trapped in shark net

CALLS to remove shark nets in Queensland have intensified after footage showed a humpback calf trapped and struggling to breathe off Noosa. The footage, captured...

September 18, 2025

“Best recruit we’ve had”: Lester lauds Lions teammate

IT'S no secret that part of the Lions' success over the last seven seasons has come from their ability to recruit players from other...

September 18, 2025

Sun safety focus for Ballina students

A MELANOMA prevention program aimed at educating high school students about sun safety has been held in Ballina for the first time. Xavier Catholic College...

September 17, 2025

Warnings to prevent spread of highly invasive water lettuce

A FAST-SPREADING aquatic weed has infested waterways at Piggabeen, prompting a removal effort by Rous County Council. The outbreak of water lettuce covers about 400...

September 16, 2025

Richmond Police District pays tribute to retired officers

RETIRED police officers were honoured in Lismore as part of Richmond Police District's annual Retired Police Day. The event was held at the Lismore police...

September 16, 2025

Rugby league knockout carnival to host top indigenous talent

LISMORE will host the Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout Carnival at Oakes Oval, with the best Indigenous talent from across the country competing. About 20 teams...

September 15, 2025

Swim stars making waves at Ballina pool

NEW managers Clayton and Kendall Fettell plan to rebuild swimming programs and upgrade facilities after taking over the Ballina War Memorial Pool. The couple has...

September 15, 2025

Eat the Street food festival to make long-awaited return

EAT the Street will return to Lismore in November, with the popular food festival expected to attract thousands of visitors. Since its inception in 2016,...

September 15, 2025

Johns: The question that the Knights must ask their new coach

MATTY Johns wants to see his Newcastle Knights during their coaching search ask one particular question to help determine who would make for the...

September 14, 2025

Trade talk: Sections of Essendon tiring at annual Merrett dance

IS THIS year finally the year that Zach Merrett leaves Essendon? Well, according to Sam Edmund, it just might. Merrett, whose contract with the Bombers...

September 14, 2025

Council names bridge to honour Perren family legacy

LISMORE City Council has named a South Lismore bridge after long-time staff member Lenny Perren. Perren worked with council for more than 20 years before...

September 14, 2025

Motorcycle clubs unite to support suicide prevention group

MORE than 50 riders took part in a new fundraising ride supporting the Northern Rivers Suicide Prevention and Awareness Group. The event, called Beyond the...

September 13, 2025

SCU offers critical mental health support to cut down on wait times

SOUTHERN Cross University is offering free, no-wait mental health services to help community members struggling to access professional care. The in-person services are available until...

September 13, 2025

Blair named best and fairest as rugby club rebuilds

LENNOX Head forward Hayden Blair has been named first grade Best and Fairest in Far North Coast rugby union, capping a determined effort leading...

September 13, 2025

Emergency expo to help locals prepare for disaster

EMERGENCY services from across the region will gather in Ballina later this month for a community expo aimed at helping residents prepare for fire,...

September 12, 2025

School groups combine for community fun run

A REJUVENATED Alstonville Wollongbar Fun Run is expecting up to 500 competitors this year after the event made a successful return from a 10-year...

September 12, 2025

Checkered Past puts new spin on classic rock cover shows

NORTHERN Rivers cover band Checkered Past has been packing out pubs with high-energy sets of rock classics. Formed late last year through local networking and...

September 12, 2025

Future Olympian leads Lismore skateboard clinic

RISING skateboarding star Felicity Turner visited Lismore this week as part of the Olympics Unleashed tour, running a demonstration workshop at the city's new...

September 11, 2025

Alex Lloyd returns with new music and a message of healing

ALEX Lloyd says working through childhood trauma has helped improve his mental health and inspired a career renaissance, including his first studio album in...

September 11, 2025

Brothers to take on red-hot Mustangs in NRRRL grand final

THE Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League grand final will return to Lismore for the first time in 22 years with Marist Brothers hosting the...

September 11, 2025

Volunteers needed to help run Lismore clothes swap

FAMILIES in need are turning to a growing clothes swap at Lismore Library, run by local mothers and volunteers. Volunteer organiser Katerina Crandon said more...