About: soniacaeiroalvarez
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- Sonia Caeiro Alvarez is a journalist with the Times News Group, covering Tweed Shire community news and arts and culture across the Northern Rivers.
September 25, 2025
New report shines light on kids in chronic pain
A NEW report from Chronic Pain Australia has revealed billions in lost productivity in Australia each year. The inaugural Kids in Pain Report has articulated...
September 24, 2025
FODMAP changing lives for 20 years
RESEARCHERS behind the Low FODMAP Diet are marking 20 years since their breakthrough in managing digestive disorders that affect millions globally. Developed at Monash University...
September 24, 2025
Northern Rivers community grants closing soon
APPLICATIONS for Northern Rivers Community Foundation 2025-2026 grants are closing next week, with submissions due by September 22. Now in its 21st year, grassroots community...
September 24, 2025
Northern NSW hospitals perform above state average
NORTHERN NSW hospitals have recorded their busiest year on record, with 228,492 emergency department attendances across 2024–25. The latest Bureau of Health Information report showed...
September 23, 2025
All smiles for Northern Rivers kids
NORTHERN Rivers children have easier access to dental care as the NSW Health Primary School Mobile Dental van, known locally as the Molar Patroller,...
September 23, 2025
Northern Rivers residents urged to prepare for severe weather
THE NSW State Emergency Service is warning Northern Rivers residents to prepare for an increased risk of severe weather as the 2025-26 storm season...
September 22, 2025
More quality carefor chronic disease
HEALTHY North Coast has announced a second round of Primary Care Impact Grants recipients to support high-quality care for people living with chronic and...
September 22, 2025
Final draft of flood mitigation study opens for feedback
RESIDENTS and businesses in Tweed Heads South and Banora Point can now provide input into a new study to mitigate flood risk in the...
September 22, 2025
Social Futures takes out three Resilient Australia Awards
SOCIAL Futures won three categories at the 2025 Resilient Australia Awards held last week at NSW Parliament House. The awards celebrate initiatives that build community...
September 21, 2025
Saltwater dreaming
EMILY Wurramara's music career is soaring, but her connection to the ocean and Country continues to anchor her. The Warnindhilyagwa woman from Groote Eylandt and...
September 21, 2025
130 years of Crystal Creek Public School
CRYSTAL Creek Public School marked 130 years with celebrations for students, families, staff and the wider community. Teacher Olly Hughes said it was a fantastic...
September 20, 2025
Dolphin research citizen science workshop in Fingal
DOLPHIN Research Australia is hosting a citizen science talk and workshop in Fingal Head later this month. In partnership with local Aboriginal Land and Sea...
September 19, 2025
Community collaboration to shape disaster plan
A SERIES of community workshops will give residents a say in shaping the Northern Rivers' first Disaster Adaptation Plan. Living Lab Northern Rivers and the...
September 19, 2025
Empire Revival expands to the Northern Rivers
A NEW antiques and interiors boutique has opened beneath Murwillumbah's historic Regent Cinema, incorporating a collective of more than 30 creative businesses under one...
September 18, 2025
Smarter, safer recycling at Tweed tip
WORK on a significant overhaul to make it easier and safer for Tweed residents to drop off their waste has begun at the Stotts...
September 18, 2025
More buyback homes hit the market
TEN flood-affected homes in Lismore have gone under the hammer as part of the New South Wales Government's latest property auction through the Resilient...
September 18, 2025
An ode to Olley
THE latest exhibition in an exclusive series inspired by Margaret Olley and her legacy opened at the Tweed Regional Gallery last week. Ode: Margaret Olley...
September 17, 2025
Northern Rivers $300 ‘swag-in-donga’ rental slammed as deplorable
A NORTHERN Rivers property owner’s listing of a swag under a tin roof in their backyard for $300 a week and a $500 bond...
September 17, 2025
Residents urged to avoid handling bats
HEALTH authorities are warning Northern Rivers residents not to handle sick or injured bats following a spike in flying fox admissions to local wildlife...
September 16, 2025
Bravery and service recognised at Northern Rivers ambulance awards
NSW Ambulance honoured staff from across the Northern Rivers for bravery and long service at an awards ceremony in Ballina this week. Critical care paramedic...
September 16, 2025
ADHD care closer to home
A NEW program linking paediatricians with GPs aims to reduce long delays for children seeking ADHD treatment in the Northern Rivers. The initiative launched at...
September 16, 2025
Summit Organics wins national producer of the year
TYALGUM'S Summit Organics has taken out the Producer of the Year category at the Australian Organic Annual Industry Awards. The national award honours dedication to...
September 15, 2025
Saddle up for Spaghetti Western
SPAGHETTI Circus and Brunswick Picture House will premiere a new co-production next month. Directed by the award-winning, all-female troupe YUCK Circus, Spaghetti Western stars Mullumbimby's...
September 14, 2025
Motorcyclists urged to wear yellow for safety campaign
RIDERS are being urged to wear yellow vests across the Tweed Shire this month as part of the returning Joe Rider motorbike safety campaign. The...
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