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- Times News Group journalist who covers a range of news and sport. For story ideas and news tips contact me on [email protected]
November 25, 2025
Big hitters to lead North Coast at country cricket titles
NORTH Coast has selected a strong group of players with an emerging crop of young talent to contest the Regional Bash and NSW Country...
November 24, 2025
Life membership for Ballina RSL Club stalwart Bill Coulter
FORMER chief executive Bill Coulter was officially awarded life membership at Ballina RSL Club after spending 36 years in leadership roles, while steering major...
November 24, 2025
Carols in the Heart hits home for headline performer
CAROLS in the Heart will feature Lismore actress and singer Rachael Beck with the event to be held on a Saturday night for the...
November 24, 2025
Ten-year-old cricket sensation joins father in senior grade
A FATHER and son combination are turning heads in Far North Coast cricket this season with 10-year-old Virat Singh joining the Ballina Bears senior...
November 23, 2025
Clinical trial to focus on art and nature to overcome PTSD from disasters
A CLINICAL trial at Southern Cross University is aiming to combat post-traumatic stress disorder for people affected by floods and other natural disasters by...
November 23, 2025
Rugby star to join Australian schoolgirls on the world stage
RISING rugby star Chloe Sivewright will have the chance to rub shoulders with the best junior talent in the country and overseas after making...
November 22, 2025
Volunteers help deliver new marine rescue vessel
MARINE Rescue Ballina has unveiled its new state-of-the-art vessel to the public after a successful sea trial and unit induction in the region. Volunteers at...
November 22, 2025
Wildlife conservation group to focus on landscape management after taking over sanctuary
A WILDLIFE conservation group has taken the reins of a sanctuary that is home to more than 250 species of birds, frogs, mammals and...
November 22, 2025
Fresh look as Great Moscow Circus arrives on regional tour
ALSTONVILLE showground will play host to extreme acrobatics and stunt performers from around the world when the Great Moscow Circus returns to the region...
November 21, 2025
New Latin Fiesta brings extra spice to Ballina nightlife
A NEW Latin Fiesta and salsa dancing event is bringing extra spice and more nightlife entertainment to the Wharf Bar and Restaurant in Ballina. Wharf...
November 20, 2025
Local hero award recognises 30 years of river restoration efforts
RICHMOND Riverkeeper stalwart Kristin Den Exter has received a local hero award for 30 years of landcare and restoration efforts at the NSW Coastal...
November 20, 2025
Thousands taste the full flavour of the region at Eat the Street
THOUSANDS of people experienced the full taste of Lismore with dishes from India to Italy served up at the Norco Eat the Street festival. The...
November 20, 2025
Champion surfer has sights set on Paralympics after world title win
WINNING a second world title has Lennox Head surfer Joel Taylor even more determined to lead the charge for the sport to be included...
November 19, 2025
Chance to shine a light on locals at state senior awards
NOMINATIONS are open for community members and volunteers to be recognised at the NSW Seniors Festival's Local Senior of the Year Awards. Ballina MP Tamara...
November 18, 2025
New fire brigade station and tankers to help service the region
A NEW rural fire brigade station worth $2.1 million was officially opened at Lennox Head, with six new firefighting tankers and a logistics vehicle...
November 18, 2025
New categories to support major award winners on Australia Day
LISMORE City Council has announced two new categories with a focus on academics and business at the Australia Day awards in January. The new categories...
November 17, 2025
Business leaders address critical issues and shortages at housing forum
BUSINESS New South Wales Northern Rivers hosted a housing on the ground forum to address critical issues around attracting workers in the region, particularly...
November 17, 2025
Club hosts champion bowlers at classic fours tournament
OCEAN Shores Country Club hosted some of the best lawn bowlers from across NSW and south-east Queensland for its annual XXXX Classic Fours tournament. It...
November 16, 2025
Byron Bay’s Kai Ellice-Flint stuns the surfing world after winning maiden title
BYRON Bay’s Kai Ellice-Flint has achieved a dream result, claiming his first World Longboard title after a memorable season on the professional tour. He became...
November 16, 2025
Much-loved SES trainer recognised for decade of service
BALLINA State Emergency Service training coordinator Graham Cork received a 10-year long service medal at the North Eastern Zone Awards ceremony at Lismore. Cork has...
November 15, 2025
University to lead project supporting families in kinship care
SOUTHERN Cross University will lead a project in collaboration with local family support groups to assist children living in kinship care. The project will receive...
November 15, 2025
Capacity field as Kingscliff Triathlon gathers steam
FULL Fields will compete across Olympic, sprint and teams' events with about 1000 people set to push themselves to the limit at the Kingscliff...
November 14, 2025
Communities pause to remember
NORTHERN Rivers communities marked Remembrance Day with a minute's silence on Sunday, honouring the sacrifices of Australians who have served in conflicts past and...
November 14, 2025
World first roller derby masters event to showcase senior skaters
A WORLD first women's flat track roller derby event is set to light up Byron Bay with some of the sports most senior skaters...
