Southern Cross University has unveiled new veterinary training facilities in the Northern Rivers to help address regional vet shortages
Kevin Hogan
Posted inFeature, Federal Politics, Local News
Fuel crisis sparks animal welfare warnings as Bowen finally acts
Animal welfare concerns are mounting across regional Australia as the federal government finally moved to ease fuel supply pressures that farmers say are threatening livestock transport, planting and the daily operation of rural industries.
Posted inEmergency management, Flood, Lismore
Lismore four years on: still much to do
Four years after the record‑breaking flood that devastated Lismore in February 2022, the Northern Rivers community is today marking an anniversary many hoped would look very different.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News, National News
Local beef spared from latest Trump tariff tantie, but others not so lucky
Australian beef exports appear set to dodge the latest twist in United States President Donald Trump’s escalating tariff saga, with industry leaders confirming reports that local producers will retain zero tariff access.
Posted inLocal News
Recognising local sporting champions
Twenty-nine young athletes from the Northern Rivers have been recognised with Local Sporting Champions grants, supporting their efforts to compete at state and national levels.
Posted inGood News, Tweed Shire
Mount Warning/Wollumbin finally set to reopen
The long-awaited reopening of Mount Warning/Wollumbin is finally a step closer, with the iconic track set to reopen in July 2027 after years of closure.