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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]
February 8, 2025
Art meets activism in Karla Dickens’s latest project
BYRON Shire Council has announced indigenous artist Karla Dickens as its representative to promote a major climate change initiative. Her Rise and Fall project will...
February 8, 2025
Crunch time for cricket clubs
A NEW relegation system will reshape the Far North Coast LJ Hooker League, with two teams to drop out next season While some teams are...
February 7, 2025
Millions poured in to road work
MAJOR works worth $2.7 million at South Beach Road in Brunswick Heads are expected to be complete by the end of August. It includes upgrades...
February 7, 2025
Lifesavers unite for Pride event at Rainbow Beaches
A LIFESAVERS with Pride event that aims to promote diversity and inclusion will include several people from surf clubs in the Far North Coast...
February 7, 2025
Wildlife carers seek volunteers to help injured animals
NORTHERN Rivers Wildlife Carers is calling on more volunteers to help with the rescue and rehabilitation of animals across the region. The group will host...
February 7, 2025
Teen shines on the national stage
BREAKING down barriers and playing on the national stage has been a dream come true for cricket-loving teenager Seb Mirana. He is only 17 and...
February 6, 2025
Australia’s newest cricket star Sutherland on historical MCG ton and Belinda Clark Award
AUSTRALIA'S newest cricket star Annabel Sutherland added another honour to her resume on Monday night, claiming the Belinda Clark Award for the nation's most...
February 4, 2025
Cash in on waste vouchers
LISMORE City Council is calling on residents to take advantage of its electronic waste voucher system. It offers one waste voucher per eligible property with...
February 4, 2025
Chance to grow Indigenous cricket talent
PLANS for a North Coast Indigenous cricket competition are gaining momentum after teams showcased their talent at Ballina's annual Australia Day carnival. The Lismore Boomerangs...
February 2, 2025
Community rallies to clean lake weed
LENNOX Head Landcare has been supported by a growing number of volunteers to help remove large amounts of water hyacinth at Lake Ainsworth. The group...
February 2, 2025
Grandstand named to honour cricket legend
ONE of the main grandstands at the newly upgraded Oakes Oval has been named in honour of Lismore cricket legend John McMahon. McMahon died last...
February 2, 2025
Seagulls take flight in top grade
TWEED Seagulls will return to first grade rugby league this season, 20 years after their last premiership. The Seagulls will join the 14-team Northern Rivers...
February 1, 2025
Police adventure camp leaves a lasting legacy
FAR North Coast hosted a popular NSW Police Legacy adventure camp where youth learned valuable life skills while connecting as a group. It brings kids...
January 31, 2025
Pickleball club grows to 300 members
THE Northern Rivers Pickleball Club is growing at a rapid rate, having just celebrated a milestone with its 300th member joining at the Ballina...
January 31, 2025
Club shines at country titles
CUDGEN Surf Life Saving Club's female athletes delivered standout performances at the NSW Country Championships, helping the club finish second overall after a close...
January 30, 2025
Flood rescue hero named Citizen of the Year
BALLINA Shire's Citizen of the Year, Ezekiel Knight, has been honoured for his heroic flood rescue efforts during the 2022 floods at the Australia...
January 30, 2025
SES volunteer named Citizen of the Year at Australia Day awards
A STATE Emergency Service volunteer with over 40 years of community service has been named Citizen of the Year at the Lismore Australia Day...
January 30, 2025
New coach brings NRL team home
A FAR North Coast coach has helped bring the Parramatta Eels to Lennox Head for a week-long pre-season training camp, drawing hundreds of fans...
January 29, 2025
Brian Battese returns to coach Byron Bay Red Devils
A NEW era for junior development at the Byron Bay Red Devils begins with Brian Battese returning as first-grade coach in Northern Rivers Regional...
January 28, 2025
Kerr rides wave to success
A FUTURE star of surfing looks set to challenge the top names in the sport after standout performances in the World Junior Championships. Tweed Heads...
January 27, 2025
Lennox expo to connect community groups with volunteers
A NEW community expo will aim to revive Ballina Shire community groups in desperate need of volunteers. The Lennox Head Community Connections Expo will focus...
January 27, 2025
Plan to shape future of sport and recreation
COMMUNITY and sport groups have been called on to help shape plans and infrastructure projects in Lismore. Lismore City Council is drafting the Sport and...
January 27, 2025
Mandatory medical certificate for footy players over 40
NORTHERN Rivers Region Rugby League players aged 40 years or older will need to pass a compulsory medical check to play in this year's...
January 27, 2025
Club to create horse racing history
LISMORE Turf Club will host the Northern Rivers Racing Association Country Championship qualifier next month, marking the return of the historic $150,000 race after...
