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Vale Eve Sinton 20/11/52–30/06/26

In February this year, Eve Sinton was admitted to Tamworth Hospital. All tests and biopsies were taken. Before announcing the diagnosis to Eve, the doctor asked ‘First Please tell me what was your occupation?’ Eve replied, ‘I am a journalist’.

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Mullum water

Thanks councillors Warth, Hauge, Ndiaye, Kay and Lowe for holding the line against the conservatives (Lyon, Dods and Labor)...

NSW Women of the Year noms open

Nominations are now open for the 2027 NSW Women of the Year Awards. Nationals Member for Tweed, Geoff Provest says the awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of local women and girls.

EOI on buyback homes and emergency pods

Expressions of Interest from eligible organisations are sought for the relocation of buyback homes and temporary pods for community reuse.

What do we owe each other?

Some films arrive as an invitation to gather, reflect, and begin a conversation. Common Wealth, screening at Byron Theatre on Friday, 10 July, feels made for that kind of room.

What’s on in Tweed for NAIDOC Week?

NAIDOC Week celebrations will be held from Sunday 5 July to Sunday 12 July 2026, under the national theme 50 Years of Deadly. 

Youth court diversion initiative given a boost

Murwillumbah youth advocacy and training organisation, RiverTracks has secured $20,000 in one-off state government funding to run its Youth Court Support and Diversion Initiative as a pilot program over the next 12 months.

Stories about "safety":

Are you feeling safe? ’Tis the season, after all

It’s that time of year, the social norms of expectation for festive celebrations, generosity and decadence, on the back of exhaustion of the closing of the working year, and another year of housing and economic pressure.

NSW safety grants open for faith groups

State Labor Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin last week urged local faith-based organisations to apply for a final round of grants aimed at improved safety and security.

Have your say on managing Airforce Beach 4WD access

The vexed issue of 4 Wheel Drive (4WD) access at Airforce Beach, Evans Head, is now open for public comment, closing 30 November.

Do you know what to do if there’s an earthquake?

With Australia experiencing on average 100 earthquakes above magnitude 3.0 every year, Geoscience Australia is encouraging people to practice earthquake safety as part of Earth Science Week, happening now.

yourtown launch the 2025 Your Voice report

The views of more than 4,000 young people aged 12–25, highlighting urgent reform needed across safety, mental health, education, and the rising cost of living, were heard in Canberra last week

Number plates to be enforced for E-bikes

As one of the most controversial youth issues in recent years reaches a crisis point, the Sutherland Shire has been named as the launchpad of E-Bike Safety Australia’s (EBSA) groundbreaking school safety program.

Safety concerns cited in Lismore transit centre waiting room closure

The Lismore City Council has closed the waiting room facility at the Transit Centre on the corner of Molesworth and Magellan streets.

Click, clack, front and back, every trip counts

New data released today has shown a concerning spike in seatbelt related offences during busy school holiday periods for drivers and passengers wearing their seatbelt incorrectly.

Boil water alerts lifted for Bilambil Heights, Terranora and Banora Point

After consulting with NSW Health, Tweed Shire Council advises that tap water is now safe to drink for all residents in Bilambil Heights, Terranora and Banora Point, effective immediately.

Broadwater Sugar Mill says safety is key

It wasn’t just people but also businesses that were severely impacted by the devastating 2022 floods. Broadwater Sugar Mill says it is celebrating the fact that having ‘had its fair share of challenges since the catastrophic flooding in early 2022.

Positive future for Byron’s visitor economy

Last Thursday saw Destination Byron bring together over 150 attendees looking at the future of Byron and its visitor economy.

Pet adoption day – 4 July in Ballina

Northern Rivers Animal Services Inc (NRAS) are hoping the sun will be out for their monthly adoption day on Saturday, 4 July from 10am until 1pm at the NRAS Rescue Shelter at 61 Piper Drive, Ballina.

Artists sought to transform factory space into multi-artform event

Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for artists to transform a former factory in Lismore – The Joinery – through performance, installation and site-responsive art.

What’s on in Tweed for NAIDOC Week?

NAIDOC Week celebrations will be held from Sunday 5 July to Sunday 12 July 2026, under the national theme 50 Years of Deadly.