Communications upgrade to improve flood resilience of water and sewer services
A NEW communications network is being rolled out across Byron Shire to improve the flood resilience of council water and sewer infrastructure. The project, delivered...
Jihad Dib sounds alarm on cyber threats
THE NSW Government has unveiled a new cyber security strategy aimed at strengthening protections for essential services and government systems as cyber threats become...
New grants program to support community-led resilience in Northern Rivers
AN $800,000 commitment will fund a new community-led grants program aimed at strengthening resilience to extreme weather across the Northern Rivers. The funding will be...
Inside the new exhibitions now showing at Northern Rivers Community Gallery
FOUR new exhibitions exploring landscape, ritual, memory and inner worlds are now on show at the Northern Rivers Community Gallery in Ballina. The exhibitions form...
Lismore Lions Club closes 2022 flood appeal after distributing $600,000
THE Lismore Lions Club has closed its 2022 flood appeal after distributing more than $600,000 to households affected by flooding. Club president Brian Johnson said...
Australia’s deadliest weather threat is getting worse
EXTREME heat affecting parts of northern NSW is being driven by climate pollution from burning coal, oil and gas, according to the Climate Council. The...
9.7 million Australians to start 2026 in debt, Salvos research finds
MORE than 9.7 million Australians have started 2026 in debt, with almost half feeling pressure to spend more than they can afford, new research...
Australia’s forests are dying faster than they can recover
TREES across Australia’s forests are dying at increasing rates as the climate warms, according to a major new study led by Western Sydney University. The...
Eight local schools get a summer makeover
EIGHT public schools across the Lismore electorate have received upgrades and maintenance works during the summer school holidays. More than $1.3 million was spent on...
Extreme weather caused $3.5 billion in insured losses in 2025
EXTREME weather events caused almost $3.5 billion in insured losses across Australia in 2025, according to new data released by the Insurance Council of...
Four local apprentices share $60,000 in training scholarships
FOUR apprentices from the Lismore electorate have been awarded Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarships, securing up to $15,000 each to support their training. The apprentices are...
Byron Shire Council to meet monthly under 2026 changes
A CHANGE to the Byron Shire Council meeting schedule will see councillors meet monthly instead of twice a month from 2026. The first meeting under...
Millions in unclaimed cash up for grabs in the Northern Rivers
HUNDREDS of Northern Rivers residents could be owed money they don’t even know exists, with millions of dollars sitting unclaimed in a NSW government...
“The Lynn Law”: BBL veteran a big fan of designated batter rule
ADELAIDE Strikers veteran Chris Lynn is a big fan of the Big Bash's incoming designated batter rule, which will come into play next season. Teams...
On the ground with business and industry in the Northern Rivers
BY JANE LAVERTY ONE of the most enjoyable and informative parts of my role is listening to business leaders across the Northern Rivers region. Whether...
MTH digital edition, January 30
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Multi-generational Queensland business finds its cool with a focus on community
Founded in 1979, Cold Front Air Conditioning started with Greg Deane and a vision to bring high-quality air conditioning solutions to homes across south-east...
Lyrical Masterpieces: An Afternoon of Chamber Music at the Conservatorium
THE Northern Rivers Conservatorium, in partnership with Musica Viva Australia, is pleased to present Lyrical Masterpieces on Sunday 15 February 2026, an intimate afternoon...
