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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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August 26, 2025

Pilot plan aims to cut flood risk in Northern Rivers

THE Northern Rivers has been chosen as one of two pilot regions for a new Disaster Adaptation Plan aimed at reducing flood risk and...

August 25, 2025

Summer Football competition to make up for rain-affected season

A SUMMER Football program is being rolled out across the Far North Coast to make up for a rain-affected season that left thousands of...

August 25, 2025

New clinic to support at-risk and disadvantaged people

A NEW nurse-led health clinic will provide weekly treatment for disadvantaged people at Mary's Place, the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW's engagement hub...

August 24, 2025

Funding supports cervical cancer screening in First Nations women

SOUTHERN Cross University will lead a $2.5 million national project to improve cervical screening for First Nations women during pregnancy and postpartum. The SISTASCREEN project...

August 24, 2025

Talented juniors emerge from Hornets nest in NRRRL

CUDGEN Hornets have claimed their first minor premiership in Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League and will host a semi-final at Reg Dalton Oval, Kingscliff...

August 24, 2025

Bowling club relaunches local markets in the CBD

LISMORE City Bowling Club has relaunched its monthly markets, drawing big crowds to support stallholders from across the region. Lismore MP Janelle Saffin cut the...

August 23, 2025

Pioneers aim to create club history in rugby grand finals

WOLLONGBAR-Alstonville is on the verge of club history after all three senior grades qualified for Far North Coast rugby union grand finals. First grade, reserve...

August 23, 2025

Community team events headline dragon boat regatta

.A RECORD crowd is expected at the Rainbow Region Dragon Boat Club's annual regatta at Shaws Bay on August 30–31. The two-day event will feature...

August 22, 2025

Logie success hits home for seasoned performer

LOGIE award winner Glenn Butcher has never taken himself too seriously, despite a successful career in the Australian entertainment industry that has spanned almost...

August 22, 2025

Why Whateley “shudders” at the idea of Harley’s 11-year deal

SAM Edmund, Gerard Whateley and Luke Hodge have debated whether the AFL should attempt to introduce maximum contract lengths when the next collective bargaining...

August 22, 2025

Kids country fair helps put vital funds back into school

A RECORD profit will see vital funds injected into Teven-Tintenbar Public School after big crowds flocked to its annual country fair. The event has been...

August 21, 2025

“We can win it”: Haas confirms Samoa switch as Queensland centre chooses Tonga

PAYNE Haas has confirmed he will represent Samoa, declaring Toa Samoa can win the 2026 World Cup and revealed the family motives behind his...

August 21, 2025

Vietnam veterans recall Battle of Long Tan at anniversary service

VIETNAM veterans gathered at Ballina RSL to mark the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, with local reverends Richard Brown and Graeme Davis...

August 20, 2025

Construction of $7.6 million water vessel on the North Coast

THE North Coast is housing a new $7.6 million state-of-the-art response vessel to help respond to emergencies, rescues and natural disasters. The 21-metre-high ‘Thunderbird’ vessel...

August 20, 2025

Business breakfast for students to engage with workforce

BALLINA Coast High School hosted more than 70 industry representatives for its business breakfast, which aimed to strengthen ties between students and future employers. The...

August 20, 2025

Multimillion dollar project to restore showground

LISMORE Speedway, the local kart club, and other sport and community groups will benefit from the state government's $4.75 million upgrade and restoration work...

August 19, 2025

Thousands poured into community infrastructure projects

GRANTS of nearly $70,000 for individual groups have been delivered across the region as part of the state government's Community Building Partnership Program. Ballina MP...

August 19, 2025

Junior blitz a smash hit ahead of cricket season

JUNIOR cricketers from around the Northern Rivers were able to rub shoulders with future stars from the NSW and Sydney Sixers teams at multiple...

August 18, 2025

Shark bites board in half at Cabarita Beach

A SURFER has avoided serious injury after his board was bitten by a suspected great white shark at Cabarita Beach. It comes less than two...

August 18, 2025

Library to installmovable shelving as part of $200,000 upgrade

BALLINA library is set to undergo major works as part of a $200,000 upgrade which will see new flooring and the installation of movable...

August 18, 2025

Council eyes commercial interest in South Lismore rail corridor precinct

LISMORE City Council is seeking community feedback on plans to open the South Lismore rail corridor precinct to new commercial, entertainment and community uses. Plans...

August 18, 2025

Engineering consultants win multiple business awards

ENGINEERING and environmental consultancy McGloin Baker has been named Business of the Year at the Tweed Business Awards, in a night that saw 500...

August 17, 2025

Double celebration as big crowd attends A-League exhibition

A CROWD of more than 3000 people turned out to watch the Brisbane Roar take on the Newcastle Jets in an A-League exhibition match...

August 17, 2025

Expo to help volunteer groups find new members

BALLINA Shire Council is hosting a Community Connections Expo to help boost local clubs and organisations who rely on the support of volunteers and...