More essential supplies are expected to return to the Northern Rivers today after chronic shortages across the region ever since ex-Cyclone Alfred’s risks first became urgent late last week.
Due to the anticipated severe weather impacts of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the Burns Point Ferry ceased operations yesterday (Tuesday), and will remain closed until further notice.
Huge numbers of aircraft enthusiasts lined up for the preview opening of the Evans Head Memorial Aerodrome Heritage Aviation Association (EHMAHAA) museum yesterday, getting a chance to see inside the retired F-111, the renovated Bellman Hanger and other aircraft displays.
Volunteers and staff at community radio station Bay FM 99.9 are celebrating a return to regular programming after power outages cut services leading up to and during ex-Cyclone Alfred.
A man in his forties was to appear before Byron Bay Local Court today, charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm at an ex-Cyclone Alfred emergency evacuation centre.
