Social media excerpt Farmhouses pulled off the rental market over a land tax trap? North Coast farmers say it is already happening, and this week they take the fight to Sydney.
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Posted inHousing, Lismore
Draft masterplan unveiled for 500 flood-resilient homes in East Lismore
More than 500 flood-resilient homes could rise on the old Southern Cross University site at East Lismore. The draft masterplan is out, and locals have until 16 August to have their say.
Posted inHealth, Housing, Tweed Heads
Tweed Heads health services set to move into Tweed Mall
The old Tweed Hospital site is emptying out, and health services are moving into the mall. But the old site itself has a new future too: 800 homes, waterfront paths and more tree cover by 2029.
Posted inAgriculture, NSW News
AI and ag tech takes centre stage at NSW Farmers conference
Farm data is an $800 million industry and rising, but the AI data centres crunching it want the same water our communities are short of. The latest new development to divide the ag world is set to dominate this week’s NSW Farmers Conference.
Posted inAgribusiness, Agriculture
Aussie farmers and the new ballad of the virtual drover
After centuries of moving stock around on horseback or motorbike, farmers across much of Australia can now opt to use an app to manage their herds.
Posted inIndigenous, Local News
New initiative puts Aboriginal communities in the driver’s seat of licensing support
Transport for NSW is launching an Australian-first program training Aboriginal driving instructors to expand culturally safe licensing support statewide.
Posted inKempsey Shire, Recreation
Bindiis and clovers on notice as Kempsey Shire’s annual spray returns
Bindiis, beware. Kempsey Shire Council’s annual spray program hits sporting fields, cemeteries and holiday parks from 27 July, and your favourite oval could be temporarily off limits.
Posted inClarence Valley
Funding available to help preserve Clarence Valley heritage
Clarence Valley Council is inviting applications for heritage grants to help preserve historic buildings and strengthen community connections across the region.
Posted inLocal News
Second wild migratory bird tests positive for H5 avian influenza
NSW has confirmed a second wild migratory seabird infected with highly pathogenic H5 avian influenza, while authorities say the risk to people remains low.
Posted inNational News
Pauline Hanson’s high-end summer Eurotrip draws heat
A luxury fashion show and meeting with a divisive UK podcaster has opened Pauline Hanson up to criticism as rivals question her anti-establishment persona.