Northern Rivers: Regional Publications, Policy Reviews, and Agricultural Developments
AI summaryLatest editions from local media, water compliance reviews, and agricultural innovation across the broader regional news landscape.
Kyogle: NRLX Cattle Sale Yards 1400 Head
AI summaryNorthern Rivers Livestock Exchange held a cattle sale in Kyogle on August 12 with a yarding of 1400 head.
Ballina: Marine Rescue Record, Academy of Sport Awards
AI summaryMarine Rescue Ballina volunteers completed 35 rescues in July; seven Ballina athletes honoured at North Coast Academy of Sport Awards.
Lismore: New Outdoor Lifestyle Expo
AI summaryLismore hosts a new outdoor lifestyle event this week featuring camping, caravanning and road travel experiences.
Byron Bay: Assault in Railway Park, Flood Dam Opposition, Writers Festival
AI summaryA man was seriously injured in a Railway Park assault, Byron's mayor opposes flood detention plans, and the Writers Festival marks 30 years.
Byron Bay: Affordable Housing Legal Questions, Playground Redesign, Councillor's State Bid, Safety Funding
AI summaryByron Shire Council faces affordability challenges and political shifts as the town invests in foreshore playgrounds and women's safety initiatives.
Northern Rivers: Winter Hospital Pressure, SCU Coffee Research Program, Census Night
AI summaryNorthern NSW hospitals face heavy winter pressure as emergency departments fill; SCU leads $4 million coffee research program; 2026 Census compulsory tonight.
Casino: Richmond Valley News INKY Out Now
AI summaryRichmond Valley News INKY's 12 August 2026 edition is available, covering local stories for the Casino area.
Ballina Mayor Pushes Region-Wide Cycle Network After Lennox-Byron Funding Boost
AI summaryBallina Mayor Sharon Cadwallader is promoting a Northern Rivers cycle network following new funding for the Ballina-Byron connection.
Kyogle: Richmond Valley Inky August Edition Available
AI summaryThe free local publication Richmond Valley Inky has released its August 12 edition for download.
Grafton MP Williamson Calls to Halt Proposed Aerial Horse Cull
AI summaryNSW Nationals MP Richie Williamson is urging the Minns Government to stop planned aerial shooting of horses in Yuraygir National Park.
Tweed Heads: Eligible Households Access $250 Washing Machine Rebate Program
AI summaryMember for Tweed Geoff Provest is promoting a NSW government program offering energy and water-efficient washing machines to eligible households for $250.
Ballina: Record Citizenship Ceremony, Labor Preselection, Community Expo
AI summaryBallina hosts its largest citizenship ceremony yet as migration accelerates, while Lachlan Hall enters Labor's preselection race and council plans a community connections event.
Byron Bay: Upper Main Arm School Music in the Valley, Community Artist Exhibition
AI summaryUpper Main Arm School marks 99 years with a free music festival, while Byron artists exhibit collaborative work celebrating community and nature.
Northern Rivers: Rescue Helicopter Activity, House Fire, Census Night
AI summaryWestpac Rescue Helicopter experiences high activity in the Northern Rivers, while fire crews battle a house blaze and residents navigate census night obligations.
Lismore Regional Gallery Appoints Acting Director
AI summaryLismore City Council has appointed Susi Muddiman as the new Acting Director of Lismore Regional Gallery.
Kyogle council to discuss CSIRO basins report; kookaburras make surprise entry into Richmond Valley home
AI summaryA council meeting will address a CSIRO study on large-scale water basins, while local wildlife caused quite the stir when visiting a family dinner uninvited.
Northern Rivers roundup: police search, Santos investment, and social media alcohol warnings
AI summaryNSW Police seek assistance locating a wanted man, Santos Organics secures investment after difficult times, and liquor regulator warns venues of emerging social media trends.
Kyogle: boy injured in rugby league match, council advises of cultural burn smoke
AI summaryA child sustained injuries during a match while authorities prepare residents for smoke from a planned wetlands burn.
Byron Bay celebrates milestone birthday and athletic achievement
AI summaryA 93rd birthday gathering and a young jiu jitsu champion's international victory mark community milestones.
Lismore Electorate community groups offered defibrillator grants
AI summarySporting organisations can now apply for funding to purchase potentially life-saving equipment.
Casino Forest Garden to be bulldozed following land sale
AI summaryA beloved community garden in Casino faces imminent destruction after the RSM club decides to sell the land it occupies.
Kyogle opinion: Bullgoose on Wes's defence despite poor reception
AI summaryIndyNR publishes an opinion column examining a local figure's attempt to defend a position in the face of negative feedback.
Casino woman celebrates milestone 100th birthday
AI summaryA local resident marked her centenary with family and friends at the Casino Golf Club.
Kyogle: Games wrap up, quiz continues
AI summaryWhile the games have finished, an entertainment quiz keeps the fun going in the community.
Northern Rivers roundup: events, infrastructure, and rural policy updates
AI summaryA weekly snapshot of news and activities across the Northern Rivers region and surrounding areas.
Clarence Valley: Cane Fire Tour launches
AI summaryThe Clarence Valley community participated in its first Cane Fire Tour, organised to educate residents about the local sugar cane industry.
Police to resume search for long-missing Tweed Heads man
AI summaryA fresh search is planned this weekend for a man who has been missing from Tweed Heads for over two years.
Byron Bay: community gathering, hotel height dispute, and council rate hike proposal
AI summaryThe Byron Bay area faces questions about planning controls and council funding this week, while a intergenerational gathering is planned in nearby Bangalow.
North Coast students to perform Mary Poppins JR in Murwillumbah
AI summaryRegional students will bring the beloved musical to the stage later this month.