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November 13, 2025
Chance to shape future events at business workshop
DESTINATION North Coast is hosting an interactive workshop aimed at exploring trends, strategies and new ideas to help shape future events in the region. It...
November 13, 2025
Riders explore the countryside as cycling festival gathers pace
NORTHERN Rivers Cycling Club has celebrated a successful weekend of events which included food stalls and a festival atmosphere for riders across Lismore. It is...
November 13, 2025
Potential Aussie debutant invites Barmy Army sledging
POTENTIAL Ashes debutant Jake Weatherald won’t be taking any backwards steps if he’s named to play for Australia in Perth. The Tasmania opener was officially...
November 12, 2025
Brothers stalwart celebrates success with life membership
CLUB stalwart Al Petty has capped a memorable season of rugby league with Marist Brothers after he was named as the Rams' newest life...
November 11, 2025
Remembrance Day service times and where to buy poppies
TODAY clubs, schools and volunteers will gather to honour fallen service personnel with RSL sub-branch groups hosting Remembrance Day commemorations at cenotaphs and memorial...
November 11, 2025
Superboat drivers to unleash at speed of fighter jets
V8 SUPERBOATS will unleash high-octane action, and lightning fast turns when the third round of the national competition is contested at Tweed. The event will...
November 11, 2025
Critical funding to curb invasive weeds spreading in river
ROUS County Council will use new state government funding to help curb invasive weeds spreading along the Richmond River. The council is one of seven...
November 9, 2025
Tributes flow for former deputy mayor and sporting champion
TRIBUTES have flowed across the Northern Rivers for former Ballina deputy mayor and sporting stalwart Eoin Johnston, who has died aged 79.
Johnston was a
November 9, 2025
Coach Cross extends contract with Dragons NRLW team
ST GEORGE Illawarra Dragons have extended the contract of premiership-winning Byron Bay coach Nathan Cross to lead its NRL women's side for another two...
November 8, 2025
Call to arms to support wildlife hospital in critical need
THE Northern Rivers Wildlife Hospital at Wollongbar is hosting a live charity auction to help support its lifesaving work and critical care for animals...
November 8, 2025
Film screening to support humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza
STAR Court Theatre is hosting a film screening and panel discussion to support humanitarian relief efforts for Gaza refugees. The film, Where Olive Trees Weep,...
November 8, 2025
Memorabilia auction to support domestic violence campaign
SPORT lovers will have the chance to bid for rare memorabilia with proceeds going towards the Rotary Club of Ballina-on-Richmond's domestic violence campaign. The auction...
November 7, 2025
Local photographer joins Chris Hemsworth and his dad in his most personal film yet
LENNOX Head photographer Craig Parry will be featured in the new Chris Hemsworth documentary, set to be released by National Geographic on November 23. Parry...
November 7, 2025
Hungry for glory: pie-eating contest fires up Eat the Street
A PIE eating contest with a Mini Munchers division for kids and a champion chomp-off for adults will be one of the highlights of...
November 6, 2025
Battery disposal trial to help combat fires and hazards at recovery centre
BALLINA Shire Council has joined a new trial to help combat fires, dangerous hazards and emergency services call outs to its recycling centre. Damaged batteries,...
November 6, 2025
Flood restoration team wins award for efforts in city rebuild
LISMORE City Council has been recognised for its ongoing flood recovery efforts, winning a statewide Local Government Procurement award for project of the year...
November 5, 2025
Community drawings to help shape Spoonbill Reserve
BALLINA Shire Council is developing a master plan with future infrastructure and construction options considered for Spoonbill Reserve at Skennars Head. Community consultation is being...
November 4, 2025
Nominations extended as council plans Australia Day ceremony
BALLINA Shire Council has extended nominations for its Australia Day Awards in hopes of attracting a wide range of people from across the region...
November 3, 2025
Council moves to stay in executive role of regional library
LISMORE City Council will remain as the executive of the Richmond Tweed Regional Library while financial and governance reforms are carried out. The library service...
November 3, 2025
The best pubs and clubs to visit as punters look to dine out on Melbourne Cup day
GLITZ, glamour and the chance to enjoy a punt after a three-course meal will see hundreds of people take part in Melbourne Cup activities...
November 3, 2025
Teenage talent earmarked for NRL debut at the Titans
THE next Northern Rivers NRL star could emerge in 2026 after teenage sensation Zane Harrison signed a two-year contract, promoting him to the Gold...
November 2, 2025
Joint effort to address water quality in the Clarence River
SOUTHERN Cross University led a volunteer group of more than 200 people in the largest community-driven project of its kind, addressing concerns around water...
November 2, 2025
Disabled surfing pioneer to join NSW Hall of Champions
BYRON Bay surfer Mark 'Mono' Stewart will be inducted into the NSW Hall of Champions, in recognition of his effort as five-time world champion...
November 1, 2025
Theatre company to pay tribute to iconic pop band
BALLINA Players Theatre is gearing up for its final production of the year which will be a new musical, paying tribute to iconic Australian...
