Tag: Yamba
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MILLION DOLLAR UPGRADE FOR LOWER CLARENCE MAGPIES’ CLUBHOUSE
One of the clubs at the centre of the Federal Government’s sports rorts saga officially opened its upgraded complex today. But the Lower Clarence Magpies won’t be able to christen the new facilities for some time, with all games and training suspended.
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MAN GRANTED BAIL OVER ALLEGED ASSAULT OF YOUNG GIRL
A man has been charged over the grooming and assault of a young girl in Northern New South Wales. An investigation was launched after the girl allegedly received sexually explicit images through a social media application from a man who was known to her. Police say the 22-year-old groomed and indecently assaulted the girl, then…
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POLICE ARE APPEALING FOR ASSISTANCE TO LOCATE A MISSING YAMBA MAN
Police are appealing for the public’s help to find 48-year-old Yamba man Damian Sowerbutts. He’s described as Caucasian, with a medium build, approximately 175cm tall with blue eyes and a red beard. He was last seen wearing black shorts and a black t-shirt, and may be travelling in a white Suzuki Swift with Queensland registration…
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IS YAMBA THE NEW BYRON BAY?
With its laidback lifestyle and untouched coastline, it’s no wonder holidaymakers and celebrities alike are flocking to Yamba. While it’s great for business, locals are hoping the secret isn’t out of the bag.
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TITAN’S ANTHONY DON BACK ON HOME SOIL
Gold Coast Titans winger Anthony Don was giving a pre-season coaching session of a different kind today, teaching students about cyber safety. The Grafton product says he’s happy to be back on home turf, helping to inspire the next generation, as part of the league’s ‘Road to Regions’ tour.
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NRRRL | REBUILDING THE MAGPIES IN MORE WAY THAN ONE
They almost didn’t get the numbers but the Lower Clarence Magpies have received support from more than one quarter for the 2019 NRRRL season. Today, the Federal Government passing them the missing piece to build their permanent home in Yamba.
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HUGE CASH INJECTION FOR YAMBA ROAD SAFETY
Work to upgrade the notoriously busy Yamba Road will finally begin, with the state government pledging $4.4-million to the project. With the race to the election ramping up, this announcement is welcome news for close to 10,000 motorists who use the road daily.
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POPULAR COASTAL POOL CLOSED FOR REPAIRS
On any given day, hundreds flock to Yamba rock pool for a cool down. Now, they’re waving goodbye to the popular spot, as it closes for repairs, estimated to cost nearly $300,000.
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MOTORCYCLIST FLOWN TO HOSPITAL FOLLOWING PACIFIC HIGHWAY CRASH
Delays on the Pacific Highway north of Yamba have eased, following a crash between a motorcycle and a car. The accident happened at around 1 o’clock on Tuesday afternoon near the intersection of Tullymorgan-Jackybulbin Road. The Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter was tasked to the scene, and transported a 40-year-old to Lismore Base Hospital with…
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FINAL GIRDER ON SHARK CREEK BRIDGE INSTALLED
Another milestone for the Pacific Highway upgrade this week as the final girder is installed on the Shark Creek bridge near Tyndale. In the next two weeks, steel reinforcing will be laid before the concrete deck is poured.