Member for Richmond Janelle Saffin attended an event marking the start of the $85 million Twin Bridges project in Ballina, according to Ballina News Daily, where she addressed a recent expenses controversy, saying she was "mortified" by the incident.
The Richmond River is receiving state government attention, with the Minns Government appointing a dedicated Richmond River coordinator and allocating funding for cleanup work at Tuckean Swamp. Ballina News Daily reports the move comes six months ahead of the NSW election as part of broader efforts to address the river's condition.
A man is due to appear in court this week after allegedly breaching security at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, assaulting a police officer, and carrying a knife and saw, The Echo reports.
Beyond the local area, an Alstonville Rotarian is coordinating emergency relief to remote Nepali mountain communities affected by devastating floods, providing shelter and supplies, Ballina News Daily reports.