Northern Rivers Wildlife Hospital Seeks Urgent Support Over Underfunding Threat
AI summaryThe Northern Rivers' only purpose-built wildlife hospital faces an uncertain future as ongoing underfunding threatens its operations.
Kyogle: Boxing Legend Tony Mundine Dies at 75
AI summaryTony Mundine, the renowned boxer from Baryulgil in the Kyogle region, has passed away at age 75.
Ballina: Rough Sleeping Crisis, Camp Fire, Housing Debate
AI summaryA homeless man's Canal Road camp was destroyed by fire, as Ballina grapples with rough sleeping and debates funding for safe accommodation.
Lismore: Motor Vehicle Accident Near Coraki
AI summaryA motor vehicle accident south of Lismore triggered a Westpac Rescue Helicopter response on Sunday morning.
Northern Rivers: E-bike Licensing Law, Salt Exhibition Opens
AI summaryQueensland's new e-bike licensing requirement takes effect, and a survivor-focused art exhibition opens in the region.
Kyogle: Author's Display Vandalised, Woman Airlifted After Car Crash
AI summaryKyogle author Susan Hughes' window display was vandalised on her birthday, while a woman was airlifted to hospital after a car rollover near the area.
Northern Rivers: Woman Airlifted After Lions Road Motorbike Crash
AI summaryA woman was airlifted to hospital in critical condition following a motorbike crash on Lions Road in the Northern Rivers.
Byron Bay: Spring Radio Course Enrolments Open at BayFM
AI summaryBayFM is now accepting enrolments for its spring radio course, offering the Byron Bay community a chance to learn broadcast skills.
Casino: $1.6 Million Clubhouse Rebuilt at Queen Elizabeth Park
AI summaryQueen Elizabeth Park in Casino has reopened its flood-damaged clubhouse following a $1.6 million rebuild project.
Ballina: CCTV Rollout, Council Road Vote, Tamar Street Fire, Saffin Review
AI summaryBallina responds to knife crime with CCTV network, Council votes on Ross Lane upgrade, fire damages public housing, and Minister Saffin orders review of hotel expenses.
Kyogle: Mountain Bike Trails Closed, Weekend Events and Quiz
AI summaryKyogle's volunteer-built mountain bike trails face a two-year closure due to logging, while the area hosts weekend events and a fruit-themed quiz.
Northern Rivers: VNI West Opposition Plan, Regional Publications
AI summaryVictoria's Opposition vows to cancel VNI West if elected; regional fishing guides and lifestyle publications available.
Grafton/Clarence Valley: 2026 Catch It Guide Released
AI summaryA new edition of the Catch It guide has been released for the Clarence Valley and surrounding region in 2026.
Mullumbimby Community Develops New Governance Models
AI summaryMullumbimby residents are working to implement new governance and decision-making models identified as the community's top priority.
Northern Rivers: Rainbow Community Housing, Bee Crisis, Road Safety Funding, Missing Person
AI summaryQueer Family Inc seeks permanent home after four years without stable accommodation; beekeepers face varroa mite crisis; North Coast receives $4.6M for road safety.
Clarence Valley Independent: 28 August 2026
AI summaryThe Clarence Valley Independent publishes its latest edition covering local news and issues from the Northern Rivers region.
Tweed Heads: Wastewater Plant Feedback, Council Growth Strategy Response
AI summaryTweed Shire Council seeks community input on Hastings Point plant upgrade while former mayor Kate Milne responds to housing strategy draft.
Byron Bay: Bangalow Bowlo Rally, Free Legal Advice Clinic
AI summaryBangalow community to rally for the Bowlo's reopening on 19 September, while Byron gets free legal advice clinic from Tyndall & Co.
Lismore: Darrel Chapman Fun Run Returns Sunday
AI summaryThe Darrel Chapman Fun Run will return to Lismore on Sunday 30 August, with participants gathering at Woodlark Street.
Mullumbimby: Country Women's Association Celebrates 100 Years
AI summaryThe Mullumbimby Country Women's Association marks a century of community service in the Northern Rivers region.
Ballina: Unit Fire, Ross Lane Flood Work, Two Missing Persons Searches
AI summaryFour fire crews battle blaze at Tamar Street units while council approves flood upgrade for Ross Lane; police search for two missing Ballina-area residents.
Kyogle: Missing Man Search, Centenary Milestone
AI summaryPolice search for missing 33-year-old near Broadwater; Kyogle woman celebrates 100th birthday.
Ballina: Machete Attack Charges, Speed Enforcement Issues, Traffic Incident and Census Support
AI summaryA man and woman face charges over a Ballina machete attack, while enforcement issues plague Lennox Head and an incident involving an elderly driver hospitalises two boys.
Lismore Gallery Hosts Climate Science and Art Discussion
AI summaryLismore Regional Gallery is bringing together climate science and art this Sunday in a conversation-focused approach to environmental change.
Northern Rivers: Flood Recovery Progress, New Regional Rail Fleet, Bird Flu Response
AI summaryNorthern Rivers Reconstruction Authority reports progress on flood recovery housing schemes despite $980m audit; Australia's new Regional Rail Fleet to replace XPT trains with electric-diesel capability.
Tweed Heads: Hastings Point Sewage Plant Upgrade Goes Back to Community
AI summaryTweed Council returns its preferred upgrade option for the troubled Hastings Point Wastewater Treatment Plant to community consultation following a longstanding dispute.
Byron Bay: Mullumbimby Water Investigation Cost, Bangalow Showgrounds Management Dispute
AI summaryByron Council faces a $322,000 water investigation bill while a trust seeks to retain control of Bangalow Showgrounds from the council.
Kyogle: NRLX Cattle Sales Yard 1400 Head
AI summaryNRLX cattle sales in Kyogle held 1400 head of livestock on 26 August.
Byron Bay: Height Breach Concerns, Community Figure's Death
AI summaryByron Bay faces planning challenges over low-rise protection as developers bypass local height limits, and community figure Lynda Dean has passed away.
Murwillumbah: 2026 Wollumbin Art Award Winners Announced Saturday
AI summaryThe Tweed Regional Gallery opens the 2026 Wollumbin Art Award exhibition this Saturday with winners of the Northern Rivers' major regional art awards to be revealed.