Tag: lismore

  • AFRICAN ALL STARS TOO STRONG FOR LISMORE LEGENDS

    AFRICAN ALL STARS TOO STRONG FOR LISMORE LEGENDS

    The African All-Stars have downed the Lismore Legends 5-3 on Thursday night’s annual football friendly. The council side went in looking for redemption, but the All-Stars were too strong, reclaiming the title for the second year.

  • PROSPECTUS OUTLINES OPPORTUNITIES FOR LISMORE CITY

    PROSPECTUS OUTLINES OPPORTUNITIES FOR LISMORE CITY

    In an attempt to sell itself as a hub for investment, Lismore City Council has created its own prospectus. It’s hoped it’ll attract businesses looking to expand, to the region and in turn, boost jobs.

  • QUIRKY HAIRCUTS FOR A GOOD CAUSE

    QUIRKY HAIRCUTS FOR A GOOD CAUSE

    A Lismore local had the city’s iconic heart logo cut into his hair on Thursday – all in the name of charity. Armed with scissors and dye, Mykey O’Halloran gave Lismore City Centre Manager Jason Mumford a haircut he’ll never forget. The hairdresser is raising money for the Make a Wish foundation, by replicating landmarks into…

  • LISMORE’S TECHNO TREASURE

    LISMORE’S TECHNO TREASURE

    A new computer recycling initiative in Lismore is proving popular with jobseekers. Participants are learning technical and administration skills – all while making a difference to those struggling to make ends meet.

  • NRL GREATS VISIT LISMORE

    NRL GREATS VISIT LISMORE

    Two former NRL greats were in Lismore on Tuesday to discuss mental health and wellness with young players. Their visit is part of a campaign to increase awareness around mental illness.

  • 15 BACK TO BACK GRAND FINAL WINS FOR LISMORE HOCKEY SIDE

    15 BACK TO BACK GRAND FINAL WINS FOR LISMORE HOCKEY SIDE

    A women’s hockey side in Lismore is carving a place in local history books The Glee Hockey Club has won 15 back-to-back grand finals, and has no intentions of slowing down.

  • AIRCRAFT OVERSHOOTS RUNWAY AT LISMORE

    AIRCRAFT OVERSHOOTS RUNWAY AT LISMORE

    Two people onboard a small aircraft have had a lucky escape on Friday afternoon, after the plane overshot the runway at Lismore airport. It’s believed the aircraft got into trouble soon after landing, stopping just short of a busy local road. The airport was closed, with all Lismore-bound Rex flights diverted to Ballina airport Thankfully, no…

  • THOUSANDS TURN OUT FOR LISMORE CUP

    THOUSANDS TURN OUT FOR LISMORE CUP

    After a week of showers, the sun came out to play, drawing in big crowds for Thursday’s Lismore Cup. Around 4,500 people frocked up and put their best foot forward for the premier race day.

  • JANELLE SAFFIN LAUNCHES POLITICAL COMEBACK

    JANELLE SAFFIN LAUNCHES POLITICAL COMEBACK

    Former Member for Page Janelle Saffin is making a political comeback. She’s announced she’ll contest the seat for the Labor Party at next year’s federal election.

  • FIRST SHARKS TAGGED ON FAR NORTH COAST

    FIRST SHARKS TAGGED ON FAR NORTH COAST

    The first Great White sharks have been tagged on the Far North Coast as part of the state government’s shark tagging program. Two 2.2-metre female sharks were caught, tagged and released off Ballina yesterday, allowing researchers to track their movements over the coming months. Researchers hope to tag more sharks over the next few weeks.