Edition 256 of The Northern Rivers Times – Online
The latest edition of The Northern Rivers Times is packed with crucial regional updates, heartfelt community stories and local government developments. Available now from all newsagents, Woolworths, IGA, EG and Caltex stations, and rural and general stores.
Here’s what’s inside this week:
Council denies breach of NCAT orders
Clarence Valley Council is accused of ignoring NCAT tribunal orders on caravan park evictions, sparking legal and community backlash.
NRAS Adoption Day Returns – Find Your Furever Friend This June
Ballina’s NRAS invites locals to meet and adopt pets this Saturday, offering discounts and grooming services on-site.
Circular economy gets a boost on Northern Rivers
Ballina Shire Council receives EPA grant to launch a sustainable textile reuse program, encouraging community waste reduction.
Reconciliation Week launched at Lismore
Aunty Thelma and Aunty Ros lead a moving flag-raising event as Lismore celebrates Reconciliation Week and Indigenous recognition.
Residents urged to do the quick and easy bowel screening test
Janelle Saffin MP promotes early bowel cancer testing as Northern NSW sees low participation in life-saving screening.
Clarification Regarding Our Independence
The Northern Rivers Times confirms it is locally owned and unaffiliated with other similarly named media outlets in the region.
Tweed Shire Council Opens 2025 Community Grants Program
Applications are now open for local groups to access up to $5,000 in funding for community wellbeing projects.
Fresh opportunities for young people and local councils
NSW’s Fresh Start program provides funded training roles in local councils, boosting youth employment and council capacity.
Byron Council Urges Community to Avoid Dangerous Dune Escarpments
Severe erosion prompts safety warnings across Byron beaches after damage from Cyclone Alfred and high tides.
Diary of a Flood Survivor
A powerful first-person account of navigating home retrofitting through the Reconstruction Authority following flood damage.
Australia Post expands People of Post grants amid cost of living crisis
Australia Post increases community grants in response to declining donations, with 224 groups receiving funding nationwide.
Kyogle Council Launches Free Online Community Map
Residents gain free access to an interactive map detailing property data, zoning, amenities and bushfire risk zones.
Building Commission NSW Cracks Down on Compliance in Tweed Construction Blitz
A major regional operation results in 38 breaches, fines, and safety warnings as authorities inspect 33 sites.
A nation of whispers
A thought-provoking letter laments Australia’s loss of respectful dialogue and calls for unity across political and personal divides.
Community outrage over treatment of Luci Mac Newsagency
A flood of letters condemns the Casino RSM Club’s eviction of David McIlwain, calling for justice and support.
