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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Young guns register for speed clinic
FUTURE stars of the racetrack are gearing up to be part of the Speedway Australia Speed Clinic at Lismore. The new junior development program has...
Call out for flood rescue operators
NSW STATE Emergency Services in the Northern Rivers are calling for more volunteers to undergo flood rescue training, equipping them with lifesaving skills for...
Classic bikes help raise funds
CLASSIC bikes took centre stage at the fifth annual North Coast Classic Motorcycle Show and Swap at Alstonville Showground, an event that celebrates vintage...
Tweed Enduro attracts top names
PROFESSIONAL triathletes were pushed to the limit as hundreds of competitors turned out for the annual Tweed Enduro event at Pottsville. It was a long-distance...
Leaders mission to revive scout group
RETIRED volunteer Les Smith is calling on the community to help revive the Alstonville Scout Group. The group has gone into hibernation since midway through...
Rugby camp teaching life skills
A NEW training camp will aim to challenge and empower young rugby union players on the field and at home. The under-18 development camp is...
Cut down on cancer treatment
THE North Coast Cancer Institute at Lismore has made significant changes to cut treatment times by more than half for its radiotherapy patients. The stereotactic...
March in memory of Mikayla
RAISING awareness around skin cancer and paying tribute to her daughter has been the driving force for Sharyn Dorey running the Ballina Melanoma March. Her...