Tag: lismore
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LISMORE ON FLOOD WATCH AS FIRE-RAVAGED RAPPVILLE IS DRENCHED
Lismore’s worst fears for flooding have yet to be realised – despite the fact the Wilsons River continues to rise. Authorities remain on edge – with concerns flash flooding could catch communities off-guard.
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ROAD CLOSURES AND MINOR FLOODING CAUSES HEADACHES ACROSS THE REGION
Rain continues to fall on the Northern Rivers, with multiple communities still on flood watch. Almost 100 road closures caused headaches for drivers today, with residents told to stay home.
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RESIDENTS WAKE TO WATER IN HOMES AS FLASH FLOODING HITS THE REGION
Most of the Northern Rivers managed to avoid the worst of the weather system – until today. A short sharp burst of rain meant some residents woke to find water in their homes, with rivers now on flood watch.
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OIL SPILL CAUSES TRAFFIC CHAOS ACROSS LISMORE AND GOONELLABAH
A school bus left a slippery 20 kilometre trail and had fire crews scrambling across Lismore and Goonellabah this morning. A dozen clean-up crews started mopping up oil that leaked from the bus just after 9am, with the affected roads reopened by 11. Drivers are still advised to take extra care in the area. (NO…
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BROTHER AND SISTER RAISE $10,000+ IN HONOUR OF LATE MUM
A Northern Rivers brother and sister have today shaved their heads in honour of their late mum. In the process the pair have raised thousands of dollars for the Leukaemia Foundation. If you’d like to donate, click here.
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CAMPAIGN FILMING HITS LISMORE TO ENCOURAGE LIVING IN THE REGIONS
There was a little bit of Hollywood on the streets of Lismore today. A campaign to highlight the best of regional Australia is being filmed to attract people from the cities, as the Northern Rivers battles to find workers.
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LISMORE WOMEN’S FESTIVAL KICKS OFF TOMORROW
The annual Lismore Women’s Festival kicks off tomorrow, with four big days of events. It will include free panel events discussing everything from feminism to comedy, and women in politics. The event will continue over the weekend and into International Women’s Day on Monday, when it’ll conclude with leadership and community awards. (NO AUDIO)
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TITANS AND WARRIORS TIE 12-ALL IN TRIAL GAME HELD IN LISMORE
Thousands of NRL fans flocked to Lismore’s Oakes Oval last night, seeking a sense of whether the Titans or Warriors will claim their round one clash. The trial match coming to a nail-biting finish, with a score of 12-all.
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LISMORE HOSTS BLOCKBUSTER DAY OF RUGBY LEAGUE
The Gold Coast Titans are tonight taking on the Warriors in a pre-season trial game at Lismore. This afternoon, the under-18 Northern Rivers Titans went down against the Central Coast Roosters in the Laurie Daley Cup. Meanwhile, in the Andrew Johns Cup the Roosters have continued their undefeated run with a four-point win.
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GOLD COAST TITANS PREPARE TO FACE THE WARRIORS IN LISMORE
There’s less than 24 hours to go before the Gold Coast take on the Warriors in a trial game at Lismore. The Titans braved the heat during an open training session today, but there’s still no confirmation on who will captain the squad this season.