A car slammed into a tree on the Summerland Way north of Grafton on Saturday morning. The driver died at the scene.
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Posted inEmergency management, NSW News
Bush fire season officially starts
One ember can end it. Bush fire season is officially here, and the RFS says most people with a plan still haven’t done the jobs that could save their home.
Posted inCommunity development, Grants and funding, Kyogle
Kyogle’s beloved KMI hall in line for $1.25 million makeover
A lift to the stage, new toilets, and better fire safety. Kyogle’s much-loved KMI hall is getting a $1.25 million makeover, but there’s a wait before the work begins.
Posted inAwareness Events, Roads and Infrastructure
Police blitz for Labour Day weekend
Double demerits, random breath and drug tests, and 261 lives already lost this year. Police have a blunt message for anyone hitting the road this Labour Day long weekend.
Posted inNSW Votes 2027
Lismore local Dylan Butcher puts his hand up for the Nationals
“I’m ready to fight like hell for this region.” A born-and-bred Lismore businessman wants to be the Nationals’ pick for the seat at next year’s state election.
Posted inBellingen Shire, Roads and Infrastructure
Waterfall Way roadworks bring delays between Raleigh and Armidale
Residents, commuters and businesses relying on Waterfall Way are being urged to allow extra travel time as multiple roadworks continue between Raleigh and Armidale.
Posted inBellingen
Bellingen Shire calls for 2027 Community Awards nominations
Bellingen Shire residents are being urged to nominate local community champions for the council’s 2027 Community Awards.
Posted inBallina, Grants and funding, What's on
Got a big event planned for Ballina Shire? $150,000 is up for grabs
Planning something big in Ballina Shire? Council has about $150,000 on the table for festivals and events, and the clock is ticking on applications.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Regional Development, Roads and Infrastructure
From concrete jungle to leafy boulevard: Coffs Harbour’s old highway gets a makeover
Big shade trees, a 40km/h zone, and a bike lane to Park Beach Plaza. Here’s how Coffs Harbour’s old highway could look once the bypass takes the traffic away.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Landholders encouraged to report plague locust sightings
Landholders across NSW are being urged to report signs of Australian plague locusts as authorities monitor activity across the state.