Federal independent MP for Indi has lost a leg and is fighting for her life after being allegedly deliberately struck by a car outside her office in Wangaratta yesterday. Barnaby Joyce says it is an attack on our democracy.
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Posted inCoffs Harbour, Feature, Youth
Coffs goes all in for Youth Foyer
Coffs Harbour wants to be only the third place in NSW with a Youth Foyer, a home and support for 40 young people at a time. Council has put money on the table.
Posted inLocal politics, Nambucca Valley, Recycling and waste
Waste fight in Nambucca Valley pits national park against growth
The local MP says Nambucca Valley councillors have put the Valley’s rubbish future on the line, with a koala park deadline looming. Council deferred the waste facility expansion 5-1. Should it have waited?
Posted inFeature, Good News, Lismore
Lismore Show legend honoured after 55 years
He started helping with the show jumping in 1969 and never stopped. Now Ron Chittick has been given the Lismore Show’s highest honour after more than 55 years of volunteering.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Federal Politics
Terror probe after MP critically injured in attack
An attack on independent MP Helen Haines is being investigated by counter-terrorism authorities after she was allegedly intentionally hit by a man driving a Toyota Landcruiser outside her electorate office.
Posted inBallina Electorate, Ballina Shire, Feature, NSW Votes 2027
Cadwallader declares as independent for the region’s most contested seat
Ballina’s mayor is latest independent candidate to announce her campaign for the next state election, and the man behind Ballina News Daily is in her corner. Sharon Cadwallader says she is in this to win. Can she beat the parties?
Posted inAwards, Feature, Health, Local News
ADHD care model up for state award
More than 650 children with ADHD now get care closer to home, and it has earned a place in the NSW Health Awards. Find out how the Northern Rivers model is easing the wait.
Posted inFeature, Lismore, NSW Politics
Motorsport law set for the scrapheap in move to industry regulation
A 40-year-old law on motor racing could be gone by April 2027. Lismore Speedway may be among those who benefit from the change, but what happens to safety rules? Here is what is proposed.
Posted inCrime, Feature, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
New offences for dangerous drivers
Film a crash victim and share it online, and you could face jail. New NSW laws also target dangerous driving, hit-and-runs and street racing. Here is what the legislation seeks to introduce.
Posted inFeature, Lismore, Sport
Marist Rams launch women’s tackle team
After years of waiting, Lismore will have a senior women’s tackle league team in 2027. More than 20 women have already put their hand up for the Marist Brothers Rams. Could you be next?