Ten landslips fixed, dozens still to go: Lismore’s $14.5 million flood recovery push has hit a major milestone, with hillsides stabilised and roads rebuilt for the long haul.
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Local reader’s book habit is sheltering families worldwide
A Lismore-area book lover has found an unlikely way to shelter earthquake and flood survivors around the world: reading. Find out how one book club is changing lives.
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Nominations open for Lismore Walk of Honour
Lismore residents are being invited to nominate outstanding community members for recognition on the city’s proposed Walk of Honour.
Posted inEmergency management, Lismore
Lismore strengthens rural voice on flood risk management
Lismore City Council is seeking rural representatives to strengthen community input into flood risk management and resilience planning across the region.
Posted inAgriculture, Lismore, Science and Research
Southern Cross University to lead $4 million push to grow Australia’s own coffee industry
Less than one per cent of Australia’s coffee is home-grown. A new $4 million research program led by Southern Cross University wants to change that, five years, five partners, one big brew.
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Defibrillator grants open for Lismore sporting clubs
Sporting clubs in the Lismore electorate can apply for grants of up to $3,000 to buy and maintain defibrillators.
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Contractor appointed for Lismore’s Browns Creek pump station upgrade
Lismore City Council has appointed Eire Constructions to deliver the Browns Creek Pump Station upgrade, a major flood resilience project following the 2022 floods.
Posted inEntertainment, Lismore
Award-winning Norco Eat the Street unveils 2026 food, drink and entertainment lineup
Fresh from winning Silver at the NSW Regional Tourism Awards, Norco Eat the Street has confirmed its 2026 food, drink lineup.
Posted inFlood, Lismore
CSIRO report provides roadmap for flood resilience
The Lismore Alliance says a landmark CSIRO report provides compelling evidence that flood mitigation can reduce flood heights and strengthen the Northern Rivers’ future.
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Major upgrades to enhance Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre
Major upgrades to the Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre will improve safety, traffic flow and facilities, with works starting next month.