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EMERGENCY services were called to a property near Casino this afternoon, where a man was reported to be unconscious.

Worker dies after being trapped in water tank

News EMERGENCY services were called to a property near Casino this afternoon, where a man was reported to be unconscious.

FIRE is burning in mostly highly-vegetated area consisting of both hardwood plantations and open country.

Firefighters are once again protecting homes

News FIRE is burning in mostly highly-vegetated area consisting of both hardwood plantations and open country.

SOME towns in the Northern Rivers could receive up to 80mm of rainfall this week with a high chance of widespread rain forecast.

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Weather SOME towns in the Northern Rivers could receive up to 80mm of rainfall this week with a high chance of widespread rain forecast.

THE 39-year-old man suffered critical injuries when he was thrown from his bike after the crash at the intersection of Ballina Rd and the Bruxner Highway.

Motorbike rider killed after crash at Alstonville

News THE 39-year-old man suffered critical injuries when he was thrown from his bike after the crash at the intersection of Ballina Rd and the Bruxner Highway.

Grafton truck rolls down embankment near Casino

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News A Grafton-based tow truck was used to retrieve vehicle

One lucky Northern Rivers resident has won the lottery

One lucky Northern Rivers resident has won the lottery

News "I just thought ... oh, it won't be me”

Alstonville child groomer to face sentencing

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Crime The 31-year-old sent sexually explicit material online

Truck driver has lucky escape in rollover

Truck driver has lucky escape in rollover

News Emergency crews are on scene

Water-saving fix axed as drought reached crisis point

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News A replacement conservation program is currently “being designed”

50 photos of your beautiful weddings

50 photos of your beautiful weddings

News Blushing brides, gorgeous grooms... and one snoozing pageboy

Man dies after veering to avoid hitting kangaroo

Man dies after veering to avoid hitting kangaroo

News The man's body was found overnight

Warning of ‘substantial rain’

Warning of ‘substantial rain’

Weather Up to 40mm expected in some parts of QLD

Three dead in fuel tanker, car crash north of Bowen

Three dead in fuel tanker, car crash north of Bowen

Breaking Emergency services are on scene on the Bruce Highway

The 35 who turned on Turnbull

The 35 who turned on Turnbull

Politics The 35 people who voted for Dutton have been revealed

Dangerous surf warning issued for NSW

Dangerous surf warning issued for NSW

Weather People should consider staying out of the water

20-50mm of rain possible by the end of this week

20-50mm of rain possible by the end of this week

Weather Some much-needed rain will "likely” fall across the Northern Rivers

Abnormally warm weather until until 2022

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Weather Experts weigh in on what this will bring

COLD SNAP: Northern Rivers town gets down to zero degrees

COLD SNAP: Northern Rivers town gets down to zero degrees

News Spring-like weather makes way for frosty morning

Opinion

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    Opinion It is shaping up to be a gripping election battle

    Is this the end for Prime Minister Turnbull?

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    Opinion Nothing better shows that Turnbull was a fool to listen to these Baghdad Bobs...

    Filthy column, Cuz

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    News "That looks like a dog's breakfast."

    My first one night stand in a year

    My first one night stand in a year

    Dating Kate Iselin decided it was time to spice things up

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      FRONT-rower says Panthers players should expect to be dropped from side

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      Sport FRONT-rower says Panthers players should expect to be dropped from side

      Wright back in the world title mix

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      Sport Owen Wright within striking distance

      Giant steps in NRRRL club rebuild

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      Sport Mullumbimby exceed all expectations in NRRRL

      Hot shot drivers find the podium

      Hot shot drivers find the podium

      Sport All the winners from the track

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        NRL teams: Big guns return for Roosters and Rabbitohs

        Rugby League Every NRL squad named for Round 24

        Eels slam ex-staffer over new salary cap claims

        Eels slam ex-staffer over new salary cap claims

        Rugby League Eels blame ‘disgruntled’ ex-staffer for new salary cap allegations

        Tigers firm as Suns star's new home

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        AFL 'Richmond think they've got him' but Tom Lynch delays announcement

        Panthers star cleared to play after visa bungle

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        Rugby League Panthers's star forward Viliame Kikau cleared for Warriors clash

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          ECONOMIST Andrew Charlton will be guest at this week's Politics at the Pub.

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          Whats On ECONOMIST Andrew Charlton will be guest at this week's Politics at the Pub.

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          News The building is a treasure trove of historic machinery

          Heartbroken bride-to-be has wedding ring stolen

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          News Nightmare robbery just two weeks from couple's big day

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          Whats On LGBTIQ+ social club celebrates 30 years

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          News Shark attack victim was saved by his mates

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            Entertainment Cock is a play about a man and a woman competing for the same lover

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            Only one Northern Rivers cinema showing Jimmy Barnes doco

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            Whats On The acclaimed film will be on for one week only

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              Business SCHOLARSHIP gives the business the opportunity to showcase their product to the world.

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              'Best news of the year': Stone & Wood announces big plans

              Business "It's always difficult to put time lines on these sorts of projects”

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              Business "Kids are amazing but... having a passion is fulfilling as well”

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              Business Former employees are owed more than $1 million

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                  Aussie petrol prices at a four-year high

                  Lifestyle IT’S not just you. Petrol is really, really expensive right now. The latest consumer watchdog report has revealed why.

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                      Celebrity BILLY Connolly has firmly denied Sir Michael Parkinson’s claims that he no longer recognises close friends, calling the TV host a “daft old fart”.

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                          Bursting with charm and historic appeal, this original federation home circa 1905 has been delicately restored with modern enhancements. This home was the original farmhouse in the area, initially set on 30 acres. Set on a picturesque 1600m2 block with beautiful established gardens and...

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                          News This family business have been crowned Central Queensland's best

                          AN influx of up to 40,000 extra people is expected in Ipswich in the next decade - and development is under way to cater for the influx.

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                            A TEAM of specialists will make the claustrophobic journey through a 2.5km tunnel deep under ground to ensure water security for the Coast.

                            The vital job not for the faint-hearted

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                              Kia’s $30K SUV stands out for value with nippy performance

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                              Motoring What options are there for off-roading that also have city smarts.