Tweed Heads community roundup
AI summaryLocal news and updates from the Tweed Heads area.
Tweed Valley Weekly: May 28, 2026
AI summaryThis week's edition of the Tweed Valley Weekly is now available.
Two die in boat capsize at Yamba
AI summaryA man and a woman lost their lives when a privately owned boat capsized in heavy swells at the Yamba bar early this morning.
Grafton: Clarence Valley Council simplifies green bin rules
AI summaryThe council has updated FOGO bin guidelines to exclude fibre-based materials in favour of food scraps and garden waste only.
Electrical fault sparks fire at Grafton Shoppingworld
AI summaryFire and Rescue NSW crews responded to a fire at the shopping centre on December 7.
Palmers Island Public School P&C launches lamington drive fundraiser
AI summaryThe school's parent group is baking lamingtons to raise funds after Covid-19 forced cancellation of their annual Family Fun Day.
Motor vehicle accident at Palmers Island near Yamba
AI summaryA 21-year-old female required helicopter evacuation following a motor vehicle accident at Palmers Island.
Grafton/Clarence Valley: COVID-19 enforcement tightened, man convicted over threats to Fisheries Officer
AI summaryNSW strengthens Delta variant response with increased fines and support payments, while a man faces conviction for threatening a Fisheries Officer.
Northern Rivers pharmacies expand COVID-19 vaccination services
AI summaryAdditional pharmacies in the region are now administering vaccines as part of an expanding vaccination rollout.
Clarence Valley residents seek COVID-19 testing after positive case confirmed
AI summaryA positive COVID-19 case in the Northern Rivers region has prompted residents in the Clarence Valley to come forward for testing.
Higher education access expands in Clarence Valley
AI summaryA not-for-profit network is bringing university facilities and support services to regional students in the Clarence Valley.
Grafton/Clarence Valley: arson investigation, council website glitch, and river cruise
AI summaryPolice confirm arson in South Grafton fire, council website encounters technical troubles, and local yacht club completes Clarence River cruise.
Historical glass negatives of Clarence Valley landmarks to be auctioned
AI summaryA collection of images documenting iconic local scenes is being sold as part of an online historical collection.
Historic Yamba photographs from Rose Stereograph Company Collection auctioned
AI summaryHistoric photographs dating back to 1880 featuring local Yamba landmarks are being offered at auction as part of Australia's most significant photographic collection.
Our Kids Community Grants program opens for Northern Rivers families and organisations
AI summaryThe annual funding initiative supports families and community groups helping children with special needs across the region.
Grafton brewery support strong; Paul Kelly concert ticket warning issued
AI summaryA survey shows overwhelming community backing for the Grafton Brewery Complex development, while concert-goers are urged to purchase tickets through authorized channels.
Woman rescued after falling overboard from catamaran near Yamba
AI summaryMarine Rescue volunteers responded to a dramatic night-time operation to save a woman who fell into the ocean northeast of Yamba.