Category: Northern Rivers News
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FARMERS & LANDLORDS CALL FOR MORE FUNDING SIX MONTHS POST FLOOD
Flood affected farmers and landlords on the Far North Coast are feeling forgotten, saying they haven’t received a penny from the state government. Months after grants were announced some still can’t even apply – as the community tries to rebuild.
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CLARENCE MP CHRIS GULAPTIS ANNOUNCES HE’S LEAVING POLITICS
The State Member for Clarence has today announced he won’t re-contest the seat at the next State election. Chris Gulaptis says it was a difficult decision to make, after serving as the member for almost 11 years. Mr Gulaptis says he will continue serving his term as Nationals MP for Clarence, and as Parliamentary Secretary…
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HOUSING CRISIS FORCES FAMILIES TO SURRENDER THEIR BELOVED PETS
The Northern Rivers flood disaster continues to impact residents, six months on. Now, the housing crisis is affecting local animal shelters, with dozens of families forced to give up their beloved family pets.
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EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEAK INTO NEW OFFICEWORKS LISMORE REOPENING THIS WEDNESDAY
Northern Rivers residents will no longer need to travel as far as West Burleigh or Coffs Harbour for office supplies. Today, NBN News was given an exclusive look into the brand new Officeworks at Lismore. The store will re-open its doors this Wednesday at 7am.
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LISMORE SWAP MEET RETURNS TO THE SHOWGROUNDS AFTER TWO YEARS
After two years of pandemic postponements, the Lismore Swap Meet finally got underway today. Over a thousand people flocked to the showgrounds in search of collectables.
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RAINBOW REGION REGATTA RETURNS TO BALLINA WITH A BURST OF COLOUR
The Rainbow Regatta brought a splash of colour to Shaws Bay in Ballina today. The two day event has returned after three years, bringing new challenges for competitors.
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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT YET TO BE FORMALLY APPROACHED FOR FLOOD REBUILD FUNDING
The Federal Government is yet to be formally approached for funding, to start the Northern Rivers rebuild. State Member for Lismore, Janelle Saffin is questioning the delay… Following a two-week independent flood inquiry by the New South Wales Government. A government spokesperson says the Premier spoke with the Prime Minister this week, telling NBN News…
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COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS FROM THE ‘TINNIE ARMY’ WANT TO SEE AUTHORITIES STEP UP NEXT TIME
Lismore’s ‘Tinnie Army’ has been recognised by the independent flood inquiry as the true heroes of the flood disaster. Now, a string of government reforms are hoped to aid future rescue efforts… with more disaster training to be provided for locals.
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WOMAN DIES IN GOONELLABAH HOUSE FIRE
A woman has tragically died in a house fire at Goonellabah in Lismore, becoming the 15th death in New South Wales this winter. The blaze broke out at the Dudley Drive home last night… emergency crews arrived and extinguished it, before discovering the woman’s body inside. The victim is yet to be formally identified… an…
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GOOLMANGAR OPTUS CUSTOMERS SET TO GET BETTER COVERAGE
Nearly 400 Optus customers will now have better mobile coverage in Goolmangar . A new tower was turned today, thanks to a $375,000 State Government contribution. The tower will cover 34 square kilometers in surface area and 16 kilometers in length of major roads. (NO AUDIO)