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.
July 1, 2025
Budd Park upgrade complete
THE refurbishment of Budd Park in Murwillumbah is now complete, representing a substantial step forward in the town's rebuilding efforts after two major floods. The new...
July 1, 2025
Transport for NSW updates Lismore rail bridge progress
THE New South Wales Member for Lismore, Janelle Saffin, has shared a Transport for NSW update on the progress of removing rail bridges in...
June 30, 2025
New details emerge after shark attack at Cabarita Beach
TWEED beaches remain closed after a 16-year-old boy was attacked by a shark at Cabarita Beach yesterday. At approximately 3.45 pm on Sunday, the young...
June 30, 2025
New funding for free community street events
THE New South Wales Government's renewed Open Streets Program has funded three Northern Rivers councils to run free community events for the next three...
June 30, 2025
The Loveys bid farewell
THE beloved Northern Rivers ensemble The Loveys have called it a day after a decade of delighting audiences with their feisty, folky, musical take...
June 30, 2025
Young talent on show at Media Hub Short Film Festival
THE Media Hub Short Film Festival is bringing an evening of storytelling, creativity, and community to the Starcourt Theatre on July 3. Presented by headspace...
June 30, 2025
Community input on new assistance animals draft policy
THE Tweed Shire Council is seeking community feedback on its new draft policy regarding Assistance Animals in Council Places. The draft outlines standards for animals...
June 29, 2025
Normie Rowe shares the story so far
AUSTRALIA's original King of Pop, Normie Rowe, is bringing songs and tales of his storied career to Twin Towns next month. Normie – The Story...
June 28, 2025
Regional winners in NSW Training Awards
FIVE local community members have been recognised for excellence in vocational education and training at last week's 2025 North and Mid North Coast Regional...
June 27, 2025
New garden base grows hope for local teens
YOUTH project RiverTracks has formed a new partnership with Murwillumbah Community Garden to deliver its early intervention programs. The organisation engages at-risk young people between...
June 26, 2025
Head of the Tweed returns after five years
THE Head of the Tweed rowing race is returning to the region after five long years, two floods, and a pandemic. The 21 km half...
June 26, 2025
Breast cancer support group starts in the Tweed
A NEW breast cancer support group, Healing Together, has started meeting monthly in the Murwillumbah area. The group will also host an afternoon tea launch...
June 25, 2025
More funds to restore public spaces
THE state government will spend $110 million to revitalise Crown land and public spaces across NSW, including upgrades to neglected fire trails and community...
June 24, 2025
Nominate a local leader in mental health
NOMINATIONS are now open for the annual Australian Mental Health Prize. Community members can nominate local leaders, researchers, and mental health workers who are doing...
June 24, 2025
Halcyon days by the sea
HALCYON House is holding a culinary celebration and collaboration as part of its 10th anniversary on July 5-6. By the Sea will see the hotel's...
June 24, 2025
Spaghetti Circus annual extravaganza returns
SPAGHETTE Circus returns with the 2025 iteration of its ever-popular home ground annual show in Mullumbimby from June 27 to 29. This year's theme,...
June 23, 2025
New access works for Murwillumbah Civic Centre
COUNCIL has started upgrading the entrance to the Murwillumbah Civic Centre to improve access to the library, auditorium and customer service centre. The entrance sustained...
June 23, 2025
A million dollar boost for multicultural events
THE NSW Government will provide one million dollars in funding for multicultural festivals and events this year. Member for Lismore, Janelle Saffin, is encouraging eligible...
June 23, 2025
Encore season for The Wake at Brunswick Heads
THE original musical The Wake is returning to the Brunswick Picture House after a sellout premiere season last year. Tracing the days when The Brunswick...
June 22, 2025
Three local schools in numeracy check trial
THREE Northern Rivers public schools are taking part in the NSW Number Screening Check as part of a state-wide numeracy initiative trial. Goonellabah Public School,...
June 22, 2025
The eternal fascination of Frida and Diego
THE complex relationship between Mexican artist Frida Kahlo and muralist Diego Rivera will be the focus of ArtsNational Northern Rivers' next lecture on July...
June 22, 2025
Funding boost for Tweed Museum
MAJOR funding boost from Create NSW will help the Tweed Regional Museum deliver new programs, expand its reach and support regional artists for the...
June 21, 2025
Uki RiverCare community planting day
LOCAL volunteer group Uki RiverCare is inviting the community to join in its first community planting day on June 22. With the goal of planting...
June 20, 2025
Jeff Lang joins Mullum Roots Festival lineup
BLUES and roots star and regional favourite Jeff Lang joins the lineup of the inaugural Mullum Roots Festival next month. The multiple ARIA award-winner has...
