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25.01.2022 #BestOf2020 Tim wants to follow in his dad's footsteps and keep their farming legacy alive. Milking the cows at 5:00am. Feeding cows at 6:00pm.... Ploughing the paddocks. Planting the crops. Harvesting. Providing. Produced by Catherine Marciniak

25.01.2022 Members of Ballina's State Emergency Service unit are hoping they will have one less job to attend when the next major storm hits the region. The Ballina Council recently voted to accept updated concept plans for a new SES headquarters on the Clark Street Reserve. It has also pledged to spend $1.5 million on the project over the next four years.... SES Ballina unit commander, Gerry Burnage, said no-one would miss the old building. "Has been known that we've had to tarp our own roof," he said. "We needed raincoats on to work in the shed. "The council keep patching it up for us, keeping it alive. "But it's quite ironic to see a tarp on an SES building."

25.01.2022 Thinking about an interstate visit or visitors but unsure about the latest rules? Here's everything you need to know about who can and can't enter each state and territory

25.01.2022 Meet Marlene Startin, Lismore's original recycler. The 79-year-old is out and about almost daily collecting bottles and cans to recycle... a habit she started back in the 1970s before Lismore Council started a recycling program. Marlene started to recycle so she could send her kids to the show, she calculates that over time she would have earnt close to $40,000...that's a lot of cans

25.01.2022 Journalist jobs available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. Do you want a trainee position at ABC North Coast? https://ab.co/2IEc0Yq... There are some great opportunities available for Indigenous trainees at the moment. And some rural reporter trainee positions available in Toowoomba, Hobart or Perth. Photo: Bindi Bryce - ABC News Gathering

25.01.2022 What would you do with this in the middle of your yard? Richmond Valley Council's decommissioned water tower at Evans Head is again up for sale. In 2015, a development application was submitted to the council to turn the water tower into a home, with the option to buy the land should the DA be approved. General manager Vaughan McDonald says any prospective buyer has the option demolish the tower or convert it. To listen to today's local news bulletin, head to:... https://www.abc.net.au//abc-north-coast-local-news/12859600 See more

24.01.2022 Chef David Lovett describes his first recipe for the New Year as a cheeky play on a classic breakfast drink. He says it’s the perfect recipe to make while tomatoes are at their very best! He shared his recipe for Bloody Mary on toast with Presenter Angela Catterns on our Saturday Breakfast show. Here are all the details Bloody Mary on toast Ingredients. 500gm very ripe tomatoes... 1 Celery heart Celery salt & ground black pepper to season 4 slices of sourdough bread, lightly toasted Dressing. 3 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon vodka 1 teaspoon of Tabasco 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar Cut tomatoes into chunks, about 5 pieces per tomato Slice the celery heart and pick the pale yellow leaves. Mix the dressing ingredients together. In a mixing bowl combine the tomato, celery, leaves and dressing. Season with celery salt and black pepper. Scoop a mound of the tomato mixture onto the toasted sourdough and pour the remaining dressing on top.

24.01.2022 Community housing advocates have welcomed an $812 million allocation for social housing in the NSW budget, but say it will take more than that to overcome years of government inaction. NSW Community Housing Industry Association chairman John McKenna: "The issue is that state and federal governments have abdicated responsibility for people at the bottom end of the market......we actually need a pipeline, and we need to know how much money is coming on an annual basis, not drip fed.

24.01.2022 #LIVE: Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is holding a press conference regarding COVID-19 restrictions with NSW. Earlier today we heard NSW had recorded 30 new COVID-19 cases linked to the Northern Beaches outbreak. MORE:

23.01.2022 A 48 million bridge has opened at Tabulam but the community are still clinging on to hope that they can save their 117-year-old bridge from being demolished.

21.01.2022 MULLUM FARMERS' MARKET NAMED BEST IN COUNTRY The Mullumbimby Farmers' Market has picked up the 2020 Delicious Produce Awards for 'Most Outstanding Farmers' Market'. The weekly Friday market was up against the Kiama Farmers’ Market and the Alphington Farmers' Market in Victoria.... Australia's leading chefs Matt Moran, Danielle Alvarez, Peter Gilmore, Guillaume Brahimi and Colin Fassnidge were among the judges this year deciding on the 17 trophy winners and 61 gold medals. Two local producers were among the producers across the country who were recognised with a gold medal. Palisa Anderson's Boon Luck Farm at Tyagarah picked up a gold medal for its tiger striped peanuts in the From the Earth category. Jonas Widjaja from Fair Game Wild Venison at Goolmangar received a gold medal for his venison in the From the Paddock. This year's awards will run as a virtual event with an All Star Dinner on Monday October 26 at 7pm AEDT. : Allie Godfrey, manager, Mullumbimby Farmers Market; Jonas Widjaja, Fair Game Wild Venison; Palisa Anderson, Boon Luck Farm.

21.01.2022 Are you a worker looking for a job, or an employer struggling to find staff? It seems like COVID is creating some unusual dynamics in our North Coast workforce. What is your experience?

21.01.2022 Jobs cuts announced by the Southern Cross University (SCU) have been labelled catastrophic as the regional institution grapples with a $33 million budget shortfall.

21.01.2022 CLARENCE CAMPERS LEAVE TRAIL OF TRASH Property owners along the Clarence River, north west of Grafton , say unregulated camping in the area is out of control. Emma Farmer is concerned about illegal campers who regularly squat on her father's property, adjacent to the Lilydale campground, leaving a trail of trash. ... She said it's an equally big concern for residents surrounding a similar campsite downstream at Copmanhurst. "The worst part is all the fires, so everyone is lighting their own campfires. Although there's a camp block there, they're just toileting really wherever there's a tree - so there's just toilet paper strewn everywhere and dirty nappies. " It's just really sad to see the environment just being so badly affected." A NSW Government Crown Lands spokesman says the department is aware of complaints about inappropriate vehicle camping and other anti-social behaviour and will work with Clarence Valley Council to undertake compliance action.

20.01.2022 Property prices in parts of regional NSW are exploding and vacancy rates shrinking thanks to Sydney workers opting for a tree or sea change, but it's having a knock-on effect.

20.01.2022 #LIVE: Sydney woke up to new restrictions as the nervous wait for more coronavirus cases continues. Premier Gladys Berejiklian, Deputy Premier John Barilaro, Minister for Health Brad Hazzard and NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant are providing an update. MORE: http://ab.co/37BcMza

20.01.2022 This is one of my favourite images from Yaegl Country words and by Renae Saxby. She said: "National NAIDOC Week is a time of year in Australia when Black Lives do Matter. Normally held in the first full week of July, 2020 has seen COVID-19 push National NAIDOC Week out to 8 November until 15 November. This year more than ever our community needs to come together to celebrate our strength in our cultural identity, country and our relationships with each other. This year th...e theme for National NAIDOC Week is Always Was Always Will Be recognising that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are spiritually and culturally connected to this country, our collective adaptation and intimate knowledge of Country enabled us to endure climate change, catastrophic droughts and rising sea levels. We have always worked together to share our skills and knowledge to benefit our people, our culture and country. There are elements of Aboriginal First Nations culture that are ancient and enduring and some that have evolved in response to colonisation. Culture continues to evolve and our First Nations culture has evolved through the impacts of genocide and through the impacts of new technologies. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture is the oldest living culture on planet earth and the theme for NAIDOC Week celebrates the hard work of our old people to ensure this legacy for our people."

20.01.2022 VALE JOHN DOUGLAS ANTHONY The family of former Australian Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the Nationals Doug Anthony advise with heavy hearts of his passing this morning. Mr Anthony died peacefully in the Heritage Lodge aged care facility in Murwillumbah, aged 90.... He will be deeply missed by his devoted wife Margot, his children Dugald, Jane and Larry, their spouses and his nine grand-children. In a statement today, Mr Anthony's family said although he was privileged to serve the people of Australia in high office, he always considered his family to be his greatest legacy and contribution to the world. The former Deputy Prime Minister was born in Murwillumbah in December 1929, and served this community throughout his political career and afterwards. "He was very much a man of the Tweed region, and it is fitting that he should depart this life from within the community that he loved so much," his family said. "His family is tremendously proud of his legacy. While always very humble, he made a lasting contribution to the nation, and particularly to people in country Australia. "May he rest in peace."

20.01.2022 As of 1am this morning , all NSW visitors to Queensland (and returning Queensland residents to QLD from NSW) are required to have a border declaration pass. For more information and to obtain the latest Queensland border declaration pass visit: https://bit.ly/3mAqciQ The pass is valid for 14 days.

19.01.2022 The Federal Government has supported or supported in principle most of the recommendations It will introduce legislation to give it the power to declare a national state of emergency It is not supporting the creation of a national aerial firefighting fleet... The Government's response comes on the same day as the latest Bureau of Meteorology and the CSIRO biannual report on the climate which shows Australia is already experiencing climate change.

19.01.2022 Do you think Murwillumbah needs another supermarket? The local business community is divided on the issue of whether the town wants to welcome Woolworths. The supermarket giant is looking to develop the site of the old Murwillumbah bowls club. The Murwillumbah and district business chamber says the town already has three supermarkets and people are concerned about what the competition will mean for the Sunnyside complex. To listen to our local news bulletin go to: https://www.abc.net.au//abc-north-coast-local-news/12869900

19.01.2022 HIGH TEMPERATURES AND WINDY CONDITIONS FANNING FIRES ACROSS NSW The NSW Rural Fire Service are fighting fires in several areas this afternoon. Grass fires are more likely this season and these blazes start easily, and can spread much faster than bushfires. ... Listen to warnings and be prepared to act quickly if there are fires in your area.

18.01.2022 We are aware of technical issues with ABC Radio this morning Services are in the process of being restored and we apologise for any inconvenience.

18.01.2022 GLENUGIE BLAZE MAY HAVE BEEN DELIBERATELY LIT, RFS SAYS The Rural Fire Service says a blaze that closed the Pacific Highway near Grafton may have been deliberately lit. Clarence Valley RFS District Manager Stuart Watts said about 90 firefighters and emergency service personnel were called to an area near Glenugie yesterday afternoon.... He said flames as high as 10 metres were fanned by strong north-westerly winds, but the blaze is now under control. Superintendent Watts said the fire is suspicious. "We will have fire investigation on the ground this morning," he said. "We need to eliminate all other chances or reasons for ignition. "It may potentially bring us back to these fires being deliberately lit." Glenugie RFS

17.01.2022 DID YOU EXPECT KOALAS TO SOUND LIKE THIS? Koalas of Raymond Island in Victoria are full to the brim with koalas to care for and George was not happy to have to share his accommodation!! This might just ruin their cute and cuddly reputation.

17.01.2022 #BestOf2020 "What we have here are forests that are representative of deep-time connections of the Australian landscape to Gondwana and our shared history."

16.01.2022 Police say an important shorebird nesting area at Belongil Creek north of Byron Bay was trampled on Saturday night by 200 people attending an illegal outdoor dance party. Get the details from our local news team File photo (Facebook: Byron Schoolies Parties)

16.01.2022 Don't know about you, but we're feeling the heat already, and this weekend is set to be a scorcher Heatwaves kill far more people than natural disasters like bushfires, cyclones and floods, but if you know how to handle them you'll be cool as cucumber

15.01.2022 On Sunday morning, Australia's longest serving deputy prime minister Doug Anthony passed away in Murwillumbah, aged 90. Mr Anthony led the Country turned Nationals Party for 13 years and was passionate about his community in the Tweed.

15.01.2022 A 53 year old Nimbin man will face Court today after being charged over threatening emails allegedly sent to a Victorian government official last year. Get the details from our local news team https://www.abc.net.au//abc-north-coast-local-news/13031232

15.01.2022 Sunday is expected to be the peak heat day for eastern New South Wales

14.01.2022 What's your kitchen benchtop made from? Hundreds of young men across the country are being diagnosed with a deadly lung disease after working with engineered stone. "I couldn't even count how many people I know who have been diagnosed, and they're young guys with young families who may not live to see their children grow up."

14.01.2022 NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian, Health Minister Brad Hazzard and Deputy Police Commissioner Gary Worboys are due to give a COVID-19 update at 11am. Watch the press conference here:

13.01.2022 What's your take on the state budget? Several hundred million dollars have been allocated to North Coast hospitals, schools and road upgrades, including money set aside for the planning stage of the Grafton Base Hospital redevelopment and more than $100 million for the controversial new Murwillumbah education campus. To listen to our local bulletin, go to: https://www.abc.net.au//abc-north-coast-local-news/12874678

13.01.2022 #LIVE: Premier Gladys Berejiklian, Minister for Health Brad Hazzard, Minister for Customer Service Victor Dominello and NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant are providing a COVID-19 update. MORE: https://ab.co/35RdgA9

13.01.2022 #LIVE: NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant and Minister for Health and Medical Research Brad Hazzard are providing an update on COVID-19 in the state as hotspots continue to grow. MORE: https://ab.co/2SRZfLi

13.01.2022 TWEED'S TREATED WATER SAFE TO DRINK DESPITE A BLUE-GREEN ALGAE AMBER ALERT The Tweed Shire Council is advising residents that the treated water remains safe to drink despite the blue-green algae alert for Bray Park Weir rising to amber, again. Algae alerts have been current for the weir pool, where the bulk of the Tweed's water is drawn for treatment, since early September moving between green and amber alert levels.... Light rain in October increased flows in the Tweed River partially flushing the weir pool and downgrading the then amber alert to green. But, with no follow-up rain and increasingly hot temperatures algal growth has again been stimulated in the weir pool. Water and Wastewater Operations manager, Brie Jowett says the council has adjusted its water treatment processes at the Water Treatment Plant to deal with the latest amber alert. "This action removes the earthy taste and odour compounds we experienced last week," said Ms Jowett. "Council is monitoring the algae levels in all raw water sources,". Blue-green algae occur naturally and can reproduce quickly in favourable environmental conditions.

12.01.2022 Local Liberal MLC, Catherine Cusack lost her job as parliamentary secretary after she crossed the floor over the Koala SEPP. She spoke with Bruce Mackenzie this morning about why she decided to go against her party.

12.01.2022 Platypus are notoriously elusive animals and not often spotted, but this one was snapped by one successful photographer in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Have you ever seen a platypus in the wild? : @renelinigerphotographyplatypus | Via #ABCMyPhoto

11.01.2022 Have you got an elder's story you want to share? Inspired by photos of this 90-year old on her ride on mower, we caught up with Mama Chai and discovered her secrets to a long and healthy life. Listen http://bit.ly/mama_chai Leave a comment or send us a message with your stories of elders.

11.01.2022 Just wow The Eastern Great Egret, photographed in full flight at Evans River during a kayaking trip. : Markus Pache

10.01.2022 The NSW Government released its response to the Upper House inquiry into Koala Populations yesterday, committing to 11 of the 42 recommendations. The government likes to talk the talk when it comes to koala protection. What this response indicates is the government is nowhere near putting in place a plan to stop koalas becoming extinct by 2050. Get the details from our local news team ... https://www.abc.net.au//abc-north-coast-local-news/13034946

10.01.2022 A Greek inspired weekend breakfast dish this morning by Chef David Lovett as he takes advantage of all the beautiful greens available at this time of year to create his take on spanakopita. David says, Receiving beautiful locally grown greens each week is a joy, but sometimes I have some leftovers. So with the help of my girlfriend and a wonderfully kind and willing supplier, I’ve put together this delightful Greek inspired pie that sells like hotcakes at breakfast time!... He shared the recipe with Presenter Angela Catterns on Saturday Breakfast this morning. If you missed out, here are all the details. David’s Feta and Greens Pie 1/2 packet filo pastry, thawed 1kg greens, a mix of spinach, silverbeet, kale, cavolo nero, baby fennel or garlic. Remove any stringy stalks from the greens. 1 bunch dill, chopped 2 white onions, peeled and sliced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons butter 500gm feta cheese Zest of 1 lemon 1 egg Salt & pepper Fill a pot with water, bring to boil and cook your greens for 5 minutes, drain and cool for 5 minutes. Once cool roughly chop and place into a bowl. In a small pan, melt the butter and gently cook the onion and garlic until soft but not coloured. Add the onion mix to your greens along with dill, lemon zest, egg and feta. Mix very well. Oil a spring form tin, and add sheets of filo, oiling each one as you go, allow them to hang over the sides of tin. You’ll need about 10-12 sheets. Fill the tin with the mixture and fold over the overlapping filo pastry. Brush the top of the filo pastry sheets with oil and bake at 180 for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool for 30 minutes before cutting into wedges to serve.

09.01.2022 One of our favourite local stories of 2020. Dare you not to shed a tear after watching the video. #BestOf2020

08.01.2022 A lovely opportunity to be on ABC Playschool for your little people ....

08.01.2022 #LIVE: NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian, Health Minister Brad Hazzard, Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant and NSW Police Deputy Commissioner Gary Worboys are providing a COVID-19 update. READ MORE: http://ab.co/2WvF5sh

07.01.2022 Tweed's algal problem is growing. Clarrie Hall Dam is at RED ALERT and previously unaffected waterways are now under amber alert. Blue-green algae is now detected in the Tweed River at Uki and Bray Park Weir. ... Tweed Shire Council says algae levels have quadrupled in Clarrie Hall Dam over the past week. But it's assuring residents that drinking water (tap water) is treated and still safe for consumption. Water treated at Council's treatment plants at Uki, Tyalgum and Bray Park remains safe to drink. WARNING - People and livestock need to stay away from raw water, as exposure can be potentially toxic and bring health problems. Anyone who thinks they may have been in contact with blue-green algal water is advised to seek medical advice if symptoms appear.

07.01.2022 We're sharing some of the local stories that we will always remember from 2020. One of the region's sad losses was that of artist Digby Moran. "There were no airs and graces about him. He was just a very humble man with a generous spirit."... #BestOf2020

06.01.2022 The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment will undertake temporary coastal protection work at Byron Bay's Clarkes Beach next week. Dependent on conditions including the tide, the works are scheduled to start on Monday and take up to three weeks to complete. The Department said sandbagging would provide temporary protection for the Beach Café until its operation on Crown Land at the site could be reconfigured to provide a longer-term solution.... That could include a phased retreat from the current advancing coastal erosion if required. Similar work was done last year when severe erosion threatened infrastructure at the adjacent Reflections Holiday Park.

06.01.2022 Motorists entering Queensland have encountered a vastly different border crossing this morning, with road blocks and checkpoints being dismantled. Get the details from our local news bulletin File photo (Qld/NSW border)

05.01.2022 #LIVE: Premier Gladys Berejiklian, Minister for Health Brad Hazzard and NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant are providing an update on COVID-19 in the state. MORE: https://ab.co/2T0kpag

04.01.2022 The north coast is mourning the loss of Uncle Kevin Torrens who was a loved and respected Elder of the Western Bundjalung people. [Advisory: Posted with the permission of Mr Torrens' family] Most knew Mr Torrens as a softly spoken man, who brought a gentle but persistent persuasion to being a trailblazer, committed to improving the lives of his people. ... In 1982 when he was one of New South Wales' first Aboriginal teacher aides he started the preschool at Tabulam - and with parents and the Education Department provided a place for the Indigenous and non-Indigenous children of Tabulam to learn and play. For 12.5 years he was part of the Aboriginal cultural support and case management teams of the Balund-a Program, the world's only correctional facility where offenders are sent to live and work before they are sentenced, in a bid to keep them out of prison. He was a cultural mentor to residents and his work colleagues. The story in this video post was another pioneering achievement. When Mr Torrens' ageing father-in-law Ernie Hickling asked him to get back the lands of his ancestors, it seemed like an impossible mission, but he succeeded against all odds. That property called Jubal was among the first land purchases in the early years of the Indigenous Land Corporation's buy back scheme. "Those early ones are significant because in those first few years it was about building the Indigenous estate," Ms Button said. The team at ABC North Coast send our condolences to Mr Torrens' family, friends and the Bundjalung peoples.

04.01.2022 Premier Gladys Berejiklian and NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant are providing a COVID-19 update. MORE: http://ab.co/3sbZscy

04.01.2022 After 39 years of planning and lobbying, the Byron Bay Cricket Club finally has its own turf pitch. The venue hosted its first match today, when the first-grade side took on Tintenbar-East Ballina.

04.01.2022 Join us as we celebrate 75 years of ABC Rural - showing you the faces and the places that reflect country life. Learn more: https://ab.co/33lYfET #ABCRural75 #ABCRural

04.01.2022 POPULAR TOURIST DRIVE NOT YET READY FOR STATE BORDER OPENING Despite state borders re-opening tomorrow, December 1, Kyogle Council says drivers won't be able to use the Lions Road straight away. Border restrictions have closed the link road for the past six months, meaning extra travel time for essential workers who needed to cross the border.... Kyogle Council used this year's state border closure as a golden chance to upgrade the key tourist link-road into Queensland. The council is now putting the finishing touches on a one-million-dollar upgrade project. But that means there's still a short wait before the Lions Road can open. The council said the date of the road opening is yet to be announced.

04.01.2022 Are you finding it hard to snag a rental that fits your budget in the Northern Rivers? Rebecca Rushbrook lives in Lismore and the house she has been renting for the past 3 years with her 3 kids and Finnegan the black Lab has been sold but after months of looking she has had no luck. She shared her frustration of the rental crisis in the Northern Rivers through a moving poem. She shared it with Bruce Mackenzie on this mornings Brekkie program. We would love to hear your story if you are having trouble finding somewhere to rent.

04.01.2022 The New South Wales Government says new legislation allowing sections of the Casino to Murwillumbah rail corridor to be used for rail trails will create jobs and tourism. The New South Wales upper house last night signed off on the legislation, making way for work to begin on two rail trail projects in the region.... between Casino and Bentley, and from Crabbes Creek to Murwillumbah. The government says the projects will support 200 direct and indirect jobs and will attract ...more than 82,000 visitors to the region each year. Richmond Valley mayor Robert Mustow says the shire is keen to start work on the rail trail, but the details of who will build, manage and maintain it still need to be 'thrashed out'. Cr Mustow says the council will follow the Tweed's lead and push for state funding for maintenance, but the work will most likely be done by community groups and the council. See more

03.01.2022 DOWNGRADED TO ADVICE--- Franklins Rd, Glenugie Fire The Pacific Highway remains closed in both directions at Franklins Rd in Glenugie, 18km south of Gafton Motorists can use Big River Way and Orara Way instead, in both directions, however this diversion is not suitable for B-Doubles. ... For the latest traffic information, visit www.livetraffic.com. More information on RFS: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me

03.01.2022 The Bruxner Highway is closed in both directions due to a car and truck crash near Mummulgum, around 30km west of Casino. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and delay their trip as there is no diversion available. Emergency services and traffic crews are responding to the crash. For the more information: www.livetraffic.com, download the Live Traffic NSW app or call 132 701.

03.01.2022 A skydiver has been airlifted to hospital, following a mid-air collision over Tyagarah last night, from 10-thousand feet. Get the details from our local news team

02.01.2022 There's always next year.

02.01.2022 In a first for regional NSW, Byron Shire will be talking with its population of homeless people and asking them to share their story. It's part of a program which interviews people face-to-face and then with permission, shares that information with welfare agencies. Byron Shire has the highest rate of people sleeping rough outside of Sydney. The project comes as a housing crisis takes grip in regional NSW . Property and Housing Minister Melinda Pavey says a severe shortage of... rental properties will require solutions from all sectors of the economy. To listen to our local news bulletin go to: https://www.abc.net.au//abc-north-coast-local-news/12866016 See more

02.01.2022 Pumpkin breaks record Giant pumpkin grower Dale Oliver, shares what it took to smash the Southern Hemisphere record with a 867-kilogram cucurbit. More: http://bit.ly/NewGiantPumpkinRecord

02.01.2022 SADLY ANOTHER DEAD WHALE DISCOVERED ON A TWEED BEACH.

02.01.2022 SECURITY CAMERAS CONSIDERED FOR MURWILLUMBAH CEMETERY TO STOP THIEVES STEALING FLOWERS AND PLANTS The Tweed Shire Council is considering installing security cameras at one of it's cemetery's because people are constantly stealing flowers and plants from the gravesites and nearby gardens. Cemeteries Business Manager, Helen Carter says thieves are stealing flowers and pot plants from the Murwillumbah Lawn Cemetery. ... She says it's wrong and disrespectful to grieving families. "It's really inappropriate that someone would think it's alright to just go and steal a plant or flowers from a gravesite or nearby garden," said Ms Carter. "I don't know what they think they're going to do with them because to be quite frank they probably won't last the distance if they go in someone's garden bed,". "I can't imagine stealing something from a cemetery and planting it in the front yard and feeling particularly good about it," she said.

02.01.2022 #LIVE: NSW Government to ease a raft of coronavirus restrictions in time for Christmas and New Year. READ MORE: https://ab.co/35YF9X8

01.01.2022 Over four consecutive weeks follow iconic Australian stories featuring sporting legends Peter Brock, Steve Waugh and Wayne Gardner, plus Walkabout Wickets the little-known story of the first all-Indigenous cricket team to tour the UK. Tune in Tuesday nights in November at 8.30pm (AEDT) on ABC TV + iview. For more: https://iview.abc.net.au/collection/sporting-legends #TrailblazersABC #BrockABC #WalkaboutWickets #WaughABC #WayneABC

01.01.2022 WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THIS YEAR’S TREE? Lismore’s 2020 Recycled Christmas Tree has been unveiled The Lismore City Council said this year’s tree is a nod to the rural community who endured bushfires, drought, floods and COVID-19 over the past year.... The 7 metre tree is made from recycled 25-litre drums. The bows and bonbons are all made from chaff and feed bags. This is the sixth tree on the corner of Keen and Magellan streets, since the tradition began in 2015

01.01.2022 It's a chuckout! What's your little one's fave toy?