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Police out in force over the ANZAC Day weekend with double demerit points

Anzac Day memorials and events are being held around the country and many people have decided to couple this with a long weekend. 

Other News

Buzz Byron Bay, brewing unforgettable moments with a tuk-tuk twist

In the charming coastal haven of Byron Bay, where laid-back vibes meet bespoke experiences, there’s a new buzz in...

Reclaiming childhood in the ‘device age’

A century and a half ago, the visionary Henry David Thoreau declared people had become ‘the tool of their tools.’  In this device-driven age of smartphones, social media, and artificial intelligence, few observations could be seen as more prescient. 

Man dies in hospital following an E-bike crash – Byron Bay

A man has died in hospital following an E bike crash in Byron Bay earlier this month.

Getting ready for the 24/25 bush fire season

This year’s official NSW Bush Fire Danger Period closed on March 21. Essential Energy says its thoughts are now turned toward to the 2024-25 season, and it has begun surveying its powerlines in and around the North Coast region.

REDinc’s new Performing Arts Centre is go!

It’s been a long wait, but two years on from the 2022 flood REDinc in Lismore have announced the official opening of a new Performing Arts Centre.

Deadly fire ants found in Murray-Darling Basin

The Invasive Species Council has expressed serious concern following the detection of multiple new fire ant nests at Oakey, 29 km west of Toowoomba in Queensland.

Property in Focus


Price Drastically Reduced – Owner Says Sell!

256 Main Arm Road, Mullumbimby

Here is a rare opportunity to purchase 100 acres of prime rural land only moments to the centre of Mullumbimby. The property offers numerous lifestyle opportunities and has been in the same family for the last 40 years.

Features include;
• 100 acres
• Large solid 3 bedroom + study home with renovated kitchen
• Expansive out buildings
• Huge machinery shed
• Operating as a cattle farm for over 40 years
• Fully fenced
• Bore water
• Two street frontages
• Potential future development site (STCA)
• Level walk/ride to the centre of Mullumbimby
• Surrounded by large farmland
• One owner in the last 40 years
• Beautiful rural outlook, clean country air

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Open: Thursday and Saturday 12.00-12.30pm
Details: $1,595,000
Enquiries: Paul Prior  0418 324 297, Tara Torkkola  0423 519 698

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Elevated Brick Home On 10 Acres With Stunning Views

297 Mafeking Road, Goonengerry

Situated on 10 acres with panoramic views, this property offers privacy, space and a quiet lifestyle.

The land itself is very usable being partly level and boasts forests, fruit trees and a permanent spring fed dam. The brick and tile home is beautifully elevated to make the most of the magnificent vistas.

Well-appointed and in excellent condition, the home features; 2 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 study areas, timber floors and a spacious kitchen. The living area with a wood fire is adjacent to the kitchen and opens onto a huge covered entertainer’s deck. Separate to the house is a studio and work shed which offers loads of options.

Located only 15 minutes to both Byron Bay and Mullumbimby, this is a superb place to call home.

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Open: Saturday, 28 February 2.00 – 2.30pm
Details: Interest Over $699,000
Enquiries: Paul Prior 0418 324 297, Paul Banister 0438 856 552

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Child protection workers walk off the job in Lismore

Lismore and Ballina child protection caseworkers stopped work to protest outside the defunct Community Services Centre in Lismore yesterday after two years of working without an office. They have been joined by Ballina child protection caseworkers who had their office shut in January.

Youth crime is increasing – what to do?

There is something strange going on with youth crime in rural and regional Australia. Normally, I treat hysterical rising delinquency claims with a pinch of salt – explicable by an increase in police numbers, or a headline-chasing tabloid, or a right-wing politician. 

Coffs Harbour man charged for alleged online grooming of young girl

Sex Crimes Squad detectives have charged a Coffs Harbour man for alleged online grooming offences under Strike Force Trawler.

Anzac Day memorials 2024

From the early hours of this morning people gathered to acknowledge the sacrifice of lives, families and communities have made in the name of war and keeping peace. Across the Northern Rivers events will continue today as we acknowledge the cost of war.