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June 7, 2023

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The secret nature of the Iron Gates case

Despite a comprehensive refusal of the development application for residential development at the Iron Gates at Evans Head last year the DA is still ‘live’ in the NSW Land & Environment Court as the developer pushes back.

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Developer quietly revises large Suffolk DA

The company behind a controversial mixed-use development in the heart of Suffolk Park has quietly submitted revised plans for the proposal as part of the ongoing court battle over the matter.

Flood trauma? Free women’s mindful healing workshops available

It has been a tough run in the Northern Rivers from drought to fire to pandemic to flood – so there is quite a bit to deal with for many of us. 

Labor forever

Mr Duncan, judging from your last rant, would you be a rusted-on Labor supporter? Sorry for pointing out the...

Expect saltwater on Ballina roads during king tides

Ballina Shire Council is encouraging motorists to drive safely over the coming days with king tides leading to minor flooding of some local roads. 

Tweed Sustainability Awards kick off with nominations now open

Nominations for outstanding efforts by members of the Tweed community to protect and care for the Tweed’s precious environment are being sought as part of this year’s Tweed Sustainability Awards.

Height limit pushed again in Byron CBD

Is it okay to breach a town’s building height limit by 30 per cent so your holiday unit development can have a roof top swimming pool?

Sheila Smith, Ocean Shores

On behalf of myself and others, I would like to thank Jim Mangleson for all his efforts in trying to get some sort of justice for the flood victims. For being our voice.

My plea to those who have the responsibilty to fix the problem is this: Imagine, if you can, the cost to a pensioner whose home has been ruined time and time again. It is a callous individual who can disregard the stress, anxiety and depression these people have endured.

Procrastination has to be the cruellest form of denial.This is really unfair treatment for people who have done no wrong. You would not like your parents or grandparents to be treated this way.

Had any of us caused the flooding we would, and rightly so, be held responsible. So why the double standard?


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Developer quietly revises large Suffolk DA

The company behind a controversial mixed-use development in the heart of Suffolk Park has quietly submitted revised plans for the proposal as part of the ongoing court battle over the matter.