Fire destroys Richmond River High School building
FIRE and Rescue NSW crews worked through the night to contain a large fire that destroyed a Richmond River High School building, due for...
Future Olympians climb for Australian selection
FUTURE Olympians will be on show when the Climbing Jungle at Ballina hosts a national youth competition at its indoor complex. Sport Climbing Australia has...
Surfers chance to Seas The Day
ONE of the most popular all-female surf events from around the world is set to return with hundreds of competitors flocking to the region...
Jett set to take flight at jockey club
A RISING star of the racetrack is turning heads with her early success and will return to Ballina Jockey Club for the start of...
Calls to help prevent further fish kills
THOUSANDS of dead fish have washed up along the Richmond River in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, with experts warning the ecosystem could...
Fresh start in fast-tracked training program
A Fast-tracked work and training program is helping people gain valuable hands-on experience with Lismore City Council, while earning formal qualifications which could lead...
New lease on life for social club
A VITAL group for older people which has operated for more than 40 years will remain operational after disbanding as a Probus Club. The Lennox...
Surge in women using breast screening van
A MOBILE breast screening van in Ballina has seen a surge in women booking mammograms, with the service described as a potential lifesaver. The BreastScreen...
Truck loads of hay to help flood recovery
A GROUP of interstate truck drivers who have helped hundreds of farmers across the country will roll into Lismore with 250 loads of donated...
Cudgen on the cusp of major cricket title
A CRICKET team packed with stars and promising juniors is one win away from an historic eighth premiership in the Far North Coast LJ...
AFL grants to help Northern Rivers clubs recover from cyclone damage.
The Australian Football League has provided grants to clubs across the Northern Rivers to help get them back on the field and support their...
Titans a chanceto create history
A CHANCE to be crowned the top region in NSW country rugby league is driving the Northern Rivers Titans representative teams at the state...
SES builds around youth training program
A YOUTH internship program by the Lismore City SES Unit will train a new crop of volunteers to be ready to assist in floods...
Disaster camp to focus on First Nations community
A FIVE-DAY cultural camp starting March 31 will help First Nations participants prepare for floods and extreme weather events. The Disaster Ready with Country Culture...
High hopes for beach sprint team
IT will be a family affair when a group of beach sprinters represent Ballina at the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships at North Kirra...
Solar panel plan for centre upgrade
ALSTONVILLE Cultural Centre is set for its first major upgrade since the site was first built more than 40 years ago. Plans include a new...
Calls grow for return of NRL referee briefing as coaches left confused over rules
SEN'S Matt White has called for the return of the weekly referee's briefing after a number of decisions from Round 3 left fans and...
Bid to protect wildlife on roads
BALLINA MP Tamara Smith called for urgent action on wildlife safety and speed zone reviews when she tabled amendments to the Roads Transport Act...
Why Brad Johnson is loving the early form of exciting second-year Bulldog
BRAD Johnson is loving the progression of Western Bulldogs youngster Joel Freijah so far in his second AFL season. The 19-year-old played 13 games in...
Equikids expands to The Farm
A POPULAR horse-riding school for children has expanded to a new location with Equikids providing pony rides and tours at The Farm in Byron...
Sport season back in full swing
A NEW all-girls event and a bull riding spectacular are among the most anticipated sports rescheduled after widespread postponements due to the threat of...
Brothers on the cusp of cricket final
DEFENDING premiers Marist Brothers are one win away from a second straight final in the Far North Coast LJ Hooker League cricket competition. All eyes...
Landmark event for lawn bowls
A STRONG contingent of Northern Rivers lawn bowlers is gearing up for a rare chance to compete in the NSW State Championships on home...
Rescue group steps up for turtles
TURTLES and seabirds stranded by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred have been rescued and treated by Ballina's Australian Seabird and Turtle Rescue, with dozens still in...