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September 10, 2026

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63 patients stuck in Northern Rivers hospitals waiting for care

More than 60 hospital beds across the Northern Rivers are being occupied by patients who are medically ready to leave but cannot access aged care or NDIS support, according to new NSW Government figures.

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Greater gliders following thylacine into extinction?

An alarming report released by the Natural Resources Commission (NRC) in the leadup to National Threatened Species Day (today), identifies the extent of state forests occupied by endangered greater gliders has declined by two-thirds over 27 years, and within the remaining occupied habitat populations have collapsed by a similar amount.

200 apartments proposed for Casuarina town centre

A new mixed-use development containing around 200 apartments has entered the NSW planning system for Casuarina town centre.

Shooting brumbies is inhumane

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Bringing a little colour to Mullumbimby with the annual orchid extravaganza

The Byron District Orchid Society annual orchid show will be brightening up Mullumbimby once again on 11 and 12 September. 

Planting project grows from strength to strength

Lismore City Council says more than 17,000 native plants are now in the ground across Lismore, as the Rainforest to River project continues to transform important rainforest, wetland and riverbank habitat across the city.

Peter Noble puts Bluesfest site up for sale

Following the cancellation of the 2026 Bluesfest and subsequently two Bluesfest companies going into administration, the site has now been listed for sale.

A rescued echidna at the NRWH. Photo supplied

Local artists, restaurants, accommodation providers, businesses and supporters have generously donated an exceptional collection of over 100 items to the SAVE OUR WILDLIFE HOSPITAL Online Auction after hearing that the hospital is struggling to keep its doors open.

This female yellow-bellied glider was brought into care after becoming caught on barbed wire, suffering painful injuries that required urgent treatment.

Original artworks by Noel Hart, Zoe Barber, Tanya Ogilvie-White, alongside dining experiences at some of the region’s most-loved restaurants, including Frida’s Field, Light Years, The Belongil Bistro and Balcony Bar & Oyster Co., and stays at Elements of Byron and Crystalbrook Byron have been donated towards the auction.

Patient at the NRWH. Photo supplied

‘Every bid helps raise vital funds to keep Northern Rivers Wildlife Hospital open and caring for injured, sick and orphaned native wildlife across our region,’ said organisers.

Make your bid now at: aus.givergy.com/saveourwildlifehospital before 8pm Sunday, 13 September or make a donation and help care for our local wildlife.



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200 apartments proposed for Casuarina town centre

A new mixed-use development containing around 200 apartments has entered the NSW planning system for Casuarina town centre.

Northern Rivers Wildlife Hospital auction live

Local artists, restaurants, accommodation providers, businesses and supporters have generously donated an exceptional collection of over 100 items to the SAVE OUR WILDLIFE HOSPITAL Online Auction after hearing that the hospital is struggling to keep its doors open.

How pissed off are you?

There is a crisis of trust in the world – trust in governments, institutions, media, science, and in each other, is plummeting. According to research, younger generations are losing trust fastest, and honestly who can blame them?

Police release faces in 24-year-old Tweed murder mystery

Police have released images of two men they believe may hold the key to solving the suspected murder of Tweed Heads man Iain Stewart Hogg and the killing of another man on the Gold Coast 24 years ago.