Lismore’s ageing tractor-driven flood pump is being replaced with a high-tech automated system, boosting capacity and removing the need for manual operation during floods.
Janelle Saffin
Posted inRegional Development, Richmond Valley, Roads and Infrastructure
New $18 million bridges boost flood resilience on key Northern Rivers route
New bridges near Tatham are set to strengthen a key Northern Rivers evacuation and supply route, improving access during future floods.
Posted inBusiness, Consultations and feedback
What a small business wants
Small business owners across NSW are being invited to help shape a new advisory service, with entrepreneur Mark Bouris appointed to lead a 90-day review
Posted inEducation, Lismore
New flood-resilient school takes shape in Lismore South
The rebuild of Lismore South Public School has reached a key milestone, with the first building modules lifted into place.
Posted inLismore, Obituary
Jenny Dowell remembered as ‘trailblazer’ and community champion
Lismore is mourning the loss of former mayor Jenny Dowell OAM, remembered as a compassionate leader and tireless advocate who dedicated her life to the community.
Posted inMurwillumbah
Homes snapped up for as little as $100 at Murwillumbah flood buyback auction
Dozens attend latest Northern Rivers sale as buyers eye relocation and tourism opportunities.
Posted inLismore
More space unlocked for Lismore Showground after flood buybacks
The Lismore Showground will gain new parking and event space after the NSW Government moved to repurpose nearby flood-affected properties.
Posted inHousing, Lismore
Lismore build-to-rent homes take shape
Fifty new build-to-rent homes are rising in East Lismore, providing more secure rental housing as the community continues its recovery and growth.
Posted inBallina
New Ballina community centre to boost child protection and family support services
Ballina families will gain improved access to child protection and family support services with the opening of a new $3 million Community Service Centre.
Posted inEducation, Lennox Head
Construction begins on major Lennox Head Public School and preschool upgrade
Construction has begun on a new Lennox Head Public School campus, set to triple classroom capacity and open in 2027.