Northern Rivers: New Regional Rail Fleet to Feature Electric and Diesel Trains
AI summaryAustralia's Regional Rail Fleet will replace ageing XPT trains with a first: combined electric and diesel capability for regional services.
Byron Bay: Mullumbimby Water Investigation to Cost $322,000-Plus
AI summaryByron Council faces a $322,000-plus bill to investigate Mullumbimby's future water supply, as the council prepares for a possible 35 per cent rate increase.
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.
Ballina: $1 Million CCTV Network Installation Begins
AI summaryA $1 million CCTV network targeting crime hotspots and major roads across Ballina and Lennox Head is entering its installation phase.
Kyogle: Ratepayers Save $400,000 on Waste Levy, New Bee Boxes Available
AI summaryKyogle ratepayers secure $400,000 annual saving on waste costs while local beekeeping equipment becomes available.
Northern Rivers: Data Centre Regulations Under Scrutiny
AI summaryThe Echo investigates what planning and regulatory controls exist for data centre development across the Northern Rivers region.
Lismore: Beyond the BBQ Event, New Artist Exhibition on Horizons
AI summaryMen & Family Centre hosts free Beyond the BBQ gathering, while artist Lottie Consalvo opens new horizon-focused work at a local gallery.
Casino Forest Garden members gather for farewell before demolition
AI summaryCasino Forest Garden members held a farewell gathering before the garden's scheduled demolition, with cakes and children in attendance.
Grafton: Northern Rivers Times Out Now Across the Region
AI summaryThe Northern Rivers Times newspaper is available for pickup from Grafton to Coolangatta and west to Tenterfield at major retailers.
Lismore: New Police Recruits, NORPA Production Returning
AI summaryTwo new probationary constables deployed to Northern Rivers; NORPA's 'Love for One Night' returns to Eltham Hotel through September.
Ballina: Three New Police Officers, Council Budget Plan With Ross Lane Closure
AI summaryBallina deploys new police as mayor disputes crime hotspot claims, while council considers a nine-week Ross Lane closure to save ratepayers $800,000.
Byron Bay and Northern Rivers: Community Sector Pressures Examined at Summit
AI summaryOver 50 grassroots organisations gathered at Bangalow for the Northern Rivers Community Sector Sustainability Summit to discuss pressures facing the region's community groups.
Northern Rivers: Rescue Operations, Regional Policy Debates, and Agricultural Issues
AI summaryQGAir rescue operations in Tallebudgera Valley, Menindee Lakes survey, biosecurity week, and regional infrastructure challenges in focus.
Kyogle: Queensland Road Closure for Cultural Burn, Search for Missing Woman Continues
AI summaryQueensland Road closes Tuesday and Wednesday for cultural burn; search ongoing for missing Kyogle woman Stephanie Cordery.
Casino Gets Eight New Police Officers for Richmond District
AI summaryEight new police officers have been deployed to the Richmond District, including positions in Casino, Lismore, and Ballina.
Tweed Shire Council Discusses Solar Panel Recycling, Free Speech, Financial Sustainability
AI summaryTweed Shire Council's latest meeting addressed solar panel recycling, free speech protections, financial sustainability, and Clarrie Hall Dam issues.
Ballina: Gallery Exhibition Returns, $25m Tourist Park Blocked
AI summaryGrace Cruice Memorial Exhibition celebrates Ballina artists, while court ruling halts proposed Alstonville tourist park development.
Kyogle: Dyraaba Hall's 100 Years, Garden Relocation, and Memorial Photo Series
AI summaryDyogle celebrates a century of community gatherings, a garden group seeks new premises before demolition, and a tribute unfolds through daily photos.
Byron Bay: Bay FM Presenter Sista Mary Marks 23 Years on Air
AI summaryMary Cannon, known as Sista Mary, has hosted Bay FM's Mystery Train program for over two decades.
Kyogle Comedy Show Features Two Comedians for Evening Performance
AI summaryKyogle is hosting a comedy event with two comedians performing on the same stage for an evening show.
Ballina: Olympic Flame Bearer Robert Innes Shares Daughter's Legacy
AI summaryRobert Innes carried the Olympic flame after the loss of his 14-year-old daughter Morgan, channelling grief into an extraordinary collection.
Kyogle: Pig Races and Country Music This Weekend
AI summaryRichmond Valley and Kyogle areas host pig races, country music performances and a Trash & Treasure Sale this weekend.
Northern Rivers: Approaching Storm Season, New Business Launch, Bird Flu Alert
AI summaryNSW faces volatile weather ahead as El Niño looms; a Northern Rivers mother launches kids clothing brand; bird flu spreads on south coast.
Grafton: Maclean High's Cattle Show Team Wins Ekka Awards
AI summaryMaclean High School's Cattle Show team achieved prestigious awards at the 2026 Ekka in Brisbane with 11 students and 12 cattle competing.
Ballina: Iron Gates Bridge Compliance Questions, Wedding Singer Sold Out
AI summaryEvans Head Iron Gates development faces fresh scrutiny over bridge work, while Ballina Players' '80s comedy nears full capacity.
Byron Bay: Queer Family Gets Permanent Home, Clarkes Beach Gets $1.6m Erosion Defence
AI summaryQueer Family Inc secures Byron lease after four years of temporary moves; Clarkes Beach receives additional coastal defence funding.
Northern Rivers: Theatre Benefit, Farmer Wellbeing, Festival Support and Regional News
AI summaryNorthern Rivers theatre production adds show for refugee settlement, while regional farmers report mental health concerns and festival volunteers support struggling agricultural families.
Clarence Valley Independent: 21 August 2026 Edition Now Available
AI summaryThe latest edition of the Clarence Valley Independent newspaper is available for purchase.
Ballina: New Taxi Operator Approved, Wildlife Hospital on Flu Alert, Developer Seeks Road Waiver
AI summaryBallina's taxi market expands with new operator approval, while wildlife concerns and a local road-widening waiver request emerge.