Rescue helicopter winches unwell teen from cruise ship off Ballina
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter has winched a sick teenager from a cruise ship off Ballina.
Lennox Head artist loses Doyles art prize after copycat claims
Jane Allan has lost a major Gold Coast art prize after organisers said her winning work appeared to imitate another artist’s painting.
Liz Ellis fronts campaign highlighting women’s asthma risks
Ballina resident and netball legend Liz Ellis is leading a new national campaign highlighting the often-overlooked link between hormones and asthma.
Ballina seabird rescuers adopt strict protocols as bird flu reaches Australia
Ballina's Australian Seabird and Turtle Rescue has adopted strict biosecurity protocols, with volunteers suiting up with protective gear as Australia prepares for the spread of H5N1 bird flu.
Boats as a last resort: Peak body wants inquiry into hidden homelessness
Australia's peak homelessness body is calling for an investigation into people living on boats, warning the practice is a growing symptom of the nation's housing crisis.
No horsing around – massive turnout for Lismore’s Lantern Parade
Thousands gathered in the heart of Lismore on Saturday, to watch the 32nd Lantern Parade, marking the longest day of winter darkness.
Medicinal cannabis driving reforms spark backlash over patient register
What looked like a major win for medicinal cannabis patients has sparked fresh anger, with drivers objecting to a proposed prescription register and THC limits.
Recipe for success: Alstonville’s jam queen wins national cookbook honour
Award-winning Alstonville preserve maker Jean Gillies will feature in the next Australian Blue Ribbon Cookbook with her prize-winning mango chutney recipe.
Liquidator finds Bluesfest debts could total almost $9 million
Dozens of Northern Rivers businesses are among creditors facing losses after liquidators revealed only a minor dividend is likely from the collapsed festival.
Watchdog clears police of misconduct over Ballina death response
A police watchdog has cleared Ballina officers of serious misconduct over their response to a 000 call before Lindy Lucena's death, but found systemic failures and an inadequate search.
Ballina farewells Marine Rescue volunteer who died trying to save a stranger
Marine Rescue volunteer Bill Ewen was remembered as a devoted family man, friend and community servant during an emotional farewell attended by hundreds in Ballina.
