Independent analysis says a looming pesticide fee hike could shrink farmers’ access to new products and push grocery prices even higher. Here’s the industry’s warning.
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Posted inBellingen, Feature
What the new Community Participation Plan means for Bellingen Shire
Bellingen Shire residents will see changes to how they are consulted on local planning decisions following the introduction of a new NSW Statewide Community Participation Plan.
Posted inFeature, Memorials and funerals, National News
Australia reflects on 9/11 as spy chief warns terrorism threat is rising
As the United States marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks, Australia’s spy chief has warned that international terrorism is again a significant security concern. Former Prime Minister John Howard has also reflected on the attacks that transformed Australia’s alliance with the US.
Posted inEmergency management, Feature, Local News
Lismore residents urged to prepare for bushfire season
Lismore residents are being urged to prepare for bushfire season as emergency services test their response to extreme conditions.
Posted inAnimals, Coffs Harbour, Environment
Coffs Coast wildlife sanctuary races to open triage hospital as bird flu detected at Corindi Beach
A wildlife hospital trailer that has spent years nursing sick and injured shearwaters back to health is being fast-tracked into a registered triage facility, after the H5 bird flu virus was confirmed in a bird at Corindi Beach, the Coffs Coast’s first detection of the disease.
Posted inFeature, Lismore, NSW Politics
Saffin defends regional ministers after confirming administrative error
Janelle Saffin says the numbers back up what she told budget estimates all along, it was never misuse, just a mix-up over which budget line her Sydney travel came from.
Posted inCrime, Feature, Taree
Six charged in high-visibility Taree police operation
Six people have been charged during a high-visibility police operation targeting crime and anti-social behaviour across the Taree area.
Posted inByron Bay, Feature
Clarkes Beach erosion works completed in Byron Bay
A $1.6 million coastal protection project has been completed at Clarkes Beach, improving access and protecting assets from erosion.
Posted inFeature, Lismore
Major milestone reached for Lismore Build-to-Rent homes
Lismore is a step closer to gaining 50 new long-term rental homes after a major construction milestone was reached at Landcom’s East Lismore Build-to-Rent development.
Posted inBallina, Economy, Feature
Have your say on Ballina’s economic future
Ballina Shire residents and businesses are being asked to help shape a five-year strategy for local economic and tourism growth.