Tag: northern rivers
-
Warnings Northern Rivers could be hit by potential ‘supercell’ storms
Northern Rivers residents are being put on alert ahead of forecast thunderstorms this evening, set to impact the coast from Port Stephens to Yamba. The weather bureau is warning of a potential ‘supercell’ which can bring hail, winds and significant rainfall with the potential for rivers to rise. “What we can expect is because of…
-
Northern Rivers bracing for more severe weather with flood warnings in place
Communities from the Hunter to the Queensland border are on flood watch tonight, as heavy rain continues. The biggest concerns are the Northern Rivers and parts of the mid north coast, where severe weather warnings have been issued… amid predictions some areas could cop falls of up to 200 millimetres.
-
Farmers counting the cost from February’s flood disaster fears third wet summer prediction
Northern Rivers farmers are still counting the cost of the February flood disaster… But six months on, and now another nightmare looms. A third La Nina event is forecast and it has many on edge.
-
AVAILABLITY AND AFFORDABILITY RENTAL CRISIS CONTINUES IN THE NORTHERN RIVERS
The rental crisis in the Northern Rivers continues to intensify… as locals buckle under the pressure of rising living costs. But, while there are no quick solutions, prospective tenants remain hopeful of securing a place to call home… within their budgets.
-
SILVER LINING FOR PRODUCERS ON THE FAR NORTH COAST WITH NATIVE BEE COLONIES STEPPING UP
The varroa mite crisis is restricting the movement of honeybees across the state, stoking fears for producers who rely on the insects. But there could be a silver lining on the Far North Coast – with hopes that native bee colonies could step in, to help pollinate the region.
-
MIXED REACTION TO NSW BUDGET IN NORTHERN RIVERS
Today’s budget has received mixed reviews on the Far North Coast. While a boost to healthcare services has been welcomed – the lack of support for flood recovery and housing has left locals wanting.
-
NEW DATA REVEALS COST OF NORTHERN RIVERS PROPERTY BOOM
It’s no secret Sydneysiders have been flocking to regional New South Wales – finding a better deal on life, and property, since the pandemic began. Some areas in the Northern Rivers have seen some of the highest growth – and house prices soar – but that could soon change.
-
NSW FLOOD INQUIRY EXTRA MEETING IN TUMBULGUM
The NSW Flood Inquiry will host an extra meeting in the Northern Rivers, as it investigates whether more could have been done in response to this year’s catastrophic floods. The Tweed community will be able to attend a meeting at Tumbulgum Hall on May 4. Another is being held in Lismore, later that day. Submissions…
-
MAYORS CALL ON GOVERNMENT TO DO MORE FOR FLOOD RAVAGED COMMUNITIES
A group of Mid North Coast councillors and mayors are banding together, calling on the federal government to do more to help flood ravaged communities. One local mayor are concermed the recent Northern Rivers disaster could be a precursor for what’s to come.
-
EXPERTS CONFIDENT FLOODS WON’T RESULT IN MILK PRICE HIKE OR SHORTAGE
Floods wiped out vital livestock and paddocks but dairy industry experts are confident it won’t result in a milk shortage or price hike on the Mid North Coast. A Taree farmer says there’s enough being produced locally to cover the gaps further north.