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March 4, 2025
Ballina Coast H.S. launches female rugby academy
BALLINA Coast High School has launched a high-performance female rugby academy in partnership with NSW Rugby Union and the Ballina Seahorses, aiming to develop...
March 3, 2025
Titans build around size and speed
A NEW-LOOK Northern Rivers Titans men's team will kick-start its rugby league representative season with a huge round of competition on home soil. The open...
March 2, 2025
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...
March 2, 2025
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...
March 2, 2025
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...
March 2, 2025
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...
March 1, 2025
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...
March 1, 2025
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...
February 28, 2025
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...
February 28, 2025
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...
February 28, 2025
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...
February 27, 2025
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...
February 27, 2025
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...
February 27, 2025
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...
February 26, 2025
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...
February 26, 2025
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,...
February 25, 2025
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...
February 24, 2025
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...
February 23, 2025
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...
February 23, 2025
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...
February 23, 2025
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...
February 23, 2025
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...
February 22, 2025
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...
February 22, 2025
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...
