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New data reveals NSW social housing waitlist blowout
A fresh analysis by Homelessness NSW reveals where people are waiting the longest for social housing, sparking calls to double the supply of social homes and boost services funding.
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WATER Northern Rivers says Rous County Council is wrong
WATER Northern Rivers Alliance says despite decades of objection, Rous County Council have just commissioned yet another heritage and biodiversity study in the Rocky Creek valley, between Dunoon and The Channon, in the heart of the Northern Rivers.
Blaming Queensland again
I was astounded to read Mandy Nolan’s article ‘Why The Nude Beach Is A Wicked Problem’, in which she...
Cr McCarthy versus the macaranga
This morning Ballina Shire Council will hear a motion from Cr Steve McCarthy to remove the native macaranga tree from the list of approved species for planting by Ballina Council and local community groups.
Wallum urban development back in court
The company behind the Wallum housing development in Brunswick Heads is once again taking Byron Council to court, this time for allegedly holding up its planned earthworks at the site in an unlawful manner.
Connecting people, rivers, and the night sky in Kyogle
The youth of Kyogle were asked what their number one priority was and they said it was ‘is looking after the health of the river and they want to be involved in healing it’.
Domestic violence service calls for urgent action to address crisis
Relationships Australia NSW is calling for urgent intervention from the NSW government to address men’s violence against women, following the horrific murder of Molly Ticehurst.
Stories about "Woodburn":
Rebuilding communities from Lennox and Evans Head to Coraki and Woodburn
In February and March 2022, our region was subject to a series of weather events that causeed one of the nation’s worst recorded flood disasters. The economic impact of a natural disaster can be felt far beyond the damage to housing and infrastructure.
Woodburn: ute hits, kills pedestrian
A 30-year-old woman walking in Woodburn died on Sunday morning when a teenager driving a ute crashed into her, police said.
Teens charged following break and enter and 50km pursuit
Two teens will appear in court today charged following an alleged break and enter and pursuit through the Northern Rivers.
Aussie artists to headline Festival of the Waters
Richmond Valley residents and visitors can look forward to two days of unparalleled entertainment next month as Richmond Valley Council presents the new Festival of the Waters.
Fatal two-vehicle crash – Richmond PD
Just after 7pm Thursday, 30 November 2023, emergency services responded to reports of a two-vehicle crash along the Pacific Highway, Woodburn, about 35km south of Lismore.
ROR – Reclaim Our Recovery – meets tonight at 5.30pm at Living Lab
ROR (Reclaim Our Recovery) are getting together for their weekly meeting tonight – but the venue has changed to The Living Lab at 11 Woodlark Street, Lismore at 5.30pm.
Service NSW’s Back Home grant applications close soon
If you or someone you know were affected by the February and March 2022 floods you may be eligible for financial support with the Back Home grant if you can’t make a claim through your insurance policy.
Eight contenders for the seat of Lismore
Nominations for the NSW state elections have now closed and the ballot order has been confirmed. Eight candidates have been nominated to contest the seat of Lismore.
Lismore first town of the rank for Resilient Homes Program info sessions by NRRC
Do you have questions on house buybacks, retrofits and house raising? A series of community information sessions are being run throughout the Northern Rivers over the next month and a half to inform the community on the range of options that are available.
Flood warnings throughout Northern Rivers for Sunday
There is a high chance of Flash Flooding along the Tweed and & Byron Coasts from Sunday.
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Domestic violence service calls for urgent action to address crisis
Relationships Australia NSW is calling for urgent intervention from the NSW government to address men’s violence against women, following the horrific murder of Molly Ticehurst.
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Menacing dog declaration revoked
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After an emotional deputation from the owner of the dog involved, Ballina Shire Council has this morning revoked a menacing dog declaration for the kelpie Lilo, which was brought into effect following a bite in July 2022.
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More Byron CBD height exceedance approved
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Two multi-storey mixed-use developments with a combined value of $36.2 million have been approved for the centre of Byron Bay, despite both exceeding height limits for that part of the Shire.
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eSafety commissioner granted legal injunction as X refuses to hide violent content
Australia’s Federal Court has granted the eSafety commissioner a two-day legal injunction to compel X, Elon Musk’s social media platform, to hide posts showing graphic content of the Wakeley church stabbing in Sydney.
