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.
AI summaryThe Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service has responded to high activity levels across Northern Rivers, while a house fire prompted four fire crews and census night arrives with mandatory compliance.
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.
AI summaryA child sustained injuries during a match while authorities prepare residents for smoke from a planned wetlands burn.
AI summaryA weekly snapshot of news and activities across the Northern Rivers region and surrounding areas.
AI summaryThe Byron Bay area faces questions about planning controls and council funding this week, while a intergenerational gathering is planned in nearby Bangalow.
AI summaryByron Shire held its annual Community Awards, residents questioned rising rates, and multiple events are scheduled for this Saturday across the region.
AI summaryLocal issues span concerns about proposed detention dams and questions over pod village reuse plans.
AI summaryFrom cultural productions to wildlife conservation efforts and community support services, the Northern Rivers region sees a busy week of local news and activities.
AI summaryByron Shire Council is consulting the community on whether ratepayers should cover legal costs for councillors and staff.
AI summaryA proposed flat development at Station Street faces opposition from residents and some councillors over the loss of Mullumbimby's only central car park.
AI summaryThe 2026 Byron Writers Festival celebrates three decades with free SCU sessions, while the council secures Fletcher Street Cottage's future in the community.
AI summaryCouncil postpones finalising biodiversity management while shelving a proposed $50,000 mural for Lennox Head water reservoir amid spending concerns.
AI summaryThe new facility is designed to ensure council service operations continue during flooding and other emergencies.
AI summaryThree major developments are reshaping Tweed Heads this week, including a commercial property listing, the relocation of health services, and a significant residential expansion plan.
AI summaryThe city moves forward on gambling reform and flood recovery with a major new housing development.
AI summaryThousands of locals have signed a petition calling for improved daytime train connections to Brisbane from Kyogle station.
AI summaryLocal residents call on the Reconstruction Authority to reconsider plans to demolish flood-affected homes.
AI summaryThe council has updated FOGO bin guidelines to exclude fibre-based materials in favour of food scraps and garden waste only.
AI summaryPolice confirm arson in South Grafton fire, council website encounters technical troubles, and local yacht club completes Clarence River cruise.