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.
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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.
Posted inCommunity development, Consultations and feedback, Lismore
Lismore gets its say on 70 hectares of flood buyback land
They were once family homes. Now 70 hectares of Lismore flood buyback land needs a new future, and it could become parks, playing fields, or commercial spaces. Here’s how to have your say.
Posted inArts, Byron Bay, Lifestyle
Byron Bay gears up for bumper long weekend of markets
Byron Bay will host two vibrant markets over the October long weekend, showcasing local food, music, makers and community spirit.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Crowdy Head
Crowdy Head first in line for self-launching shark drones as flags go up
A drone that launches, lands, and recharges itself is coming to Crowdy Head, as lifesavers warn this could be one of their toughest summers yet. Check out the video of the drone using AI to identify a shark.
Posted inNational News, Rugby League, Sport
Newcastle go from wooden spoon to NRL grand final
Newcastle have beaten Penrith 22-14 to book a spot in the NRL grand final against Sydney Roosters.
Posted inAgribusiness, Agriculture, Energy, National News, Science and Research
Farm crops could fuel the nation: report
Australia imports 80 per cent of its diesel. A new report says the answer could be growing in paddocks right now, and farmers could be the big winners.
Posted inBusiness, MidCoast
Mid North Coast businesses cautious on hiring despite confidence lift
Mid North Coast businesses remain cautious about hiring, with rising labour costs putting particular pressure on the region’s hospitality and retail sectors.
Posted inAgriculture, Lismore
Lismore workshop to help farmers strengthen business resilience
Lismore farmers can access practical financial planning support at a Farm Business Resilience Program workshop on September 29.