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Missing man last seen in Nimbin

News POLICE are seeking the public's assistance to locate Darren Taylor, who was reported missing from Tamworth on Friday June 21, 2019.

Which Lismore business won the top gong?

Business LISMORE businesses recognised in annual awards for success over the 2018/2019 year.

Man busted with 220 ecstasy tablets at Splendour

Crime POLICE are "disappointed" by the large number of people found with drugs at the music festival.

Inquiry into Universal Medicine backed by Labor leader

Politics A MEMBER of parliament has confirmed she supports an inquiry to the controversial organisation Universal Medicine.

PHOTOS: Horse power on show in Casino

News Everything horsepowered, from vintage cars to heavy horse events

Lazy, dangerous teachers banned from NSW classrooms

Education Rise in teachers banned from schools for sexual misconduct, laziness

Traffic misery after Splendour

News Don’t expect to get anywhere fast this afternoon.

FLYOVER: Take a look at latest section of highway

People and Places Aerial view of latest work as highway heads to opening

Call me crazy, but Splendour showcases something special

Opinion The festival creates a new pop-up city on the Northern Rivers

Ballina man steps into ring for boxers denied Olympic trials

Boxing 33-year stoush in Australian boxing could have serious consequences

Network News

How bad parenting is ruining our kids

Opinion Author and educator says toxic parenting has reached crisis point

22nd Jul 2019 7:40 PM

EPIC VIDEO: 76yo Gympie nana jumps out of a plane

News Rosemary celebrates 76th birthday with a 15,000ft plunge.

Aged care worker reveals brutal reality of job in viral post

Health "It leaves her “a broken, shattered human”

Aussies arrested in Bali drug raids

Crime The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirmed the arrests

Weather News

What to pack for Splendour, according to the weather

Music What punters should know if packing for the festival

RAIN: How much have you had at your place?

News Much-needed rain has fallen across the Northern Rivers

Stormy, cold and wet: 90mm of rain to drench Northern Rivers

Weather It's been very chilly, and now it will be very rainy

Temperatures near freezing forecast this weekend

Weather Overnight temperatures to plummet to 1C, with some frost

Opinion

CLARENCE CHATTERBOX: Streakers, an interesting concept

Opinion 'With nothing to gain and everything to lose, what is the point?'

Naomi Campbell’s flying hack is pure brilliance

Opinion “This is what I do on every plane I get on"

YOUR SAY: Coles and Woolworths create more plastic waste

Your Story Shops should halt the production of their plastic collectables

Ugly flaw with next level bikini trend

Opinion The racy “underboob” bikini took an extreme turn

Subscriber Exclusives

What is the grand plan for the old Hurfords site?

Business AN APPLICATION has been made with the council to expand the use of the site.

Woman forced to 'go limp' during terrifying surf rage attack

Crime FORMER pro-surfer Jodie Cooper said she feared for her life during the incident at Lennox Point.

Driving on the beach could cost you with new permits

Council News FOLLOWING a long string of dangerous and antisocial behaviour of drivers on beaches, council is considering introducing vehicle permits.

PHOTOS: Splendour's most fabulous, eye-catching outfits

News FESTIVAL fashion favours the bold. Here are Splendour's wildest and boldest outfits so far.

Local aged care home named "one of the worst" in state

News Local aged care home named "one of the worst in the state" for breaches of health and safety.

Socceroos swap at Victory to mark new era

Soccer With Melbourne Victory on the verge of losing Terry Antonis to Suwon Bluewings, new coach Marco Kurz looks set to secure a pretty handy replacement.

Future Northern Rivers

AN AGEING population means planning for the delivery of sustainable and accessible healthcare has taken on new levels of importance in Northern Rivers.

How healthcare will cater for explosive demand in 40 years

Health AN AGEING population means planning for the delivery of sustainable and accessible healthcare has taken on new levels of importance in Northern Rivers.

$900m commitment: Investment in hospitals vital for future

Health HEALTH district breaks down how they are preparing for the future

Lifesaving chopper's future in the air as donations plummet

Technology Westpac Lifesaving Rescue Helicopters donation platform plummets

What will come of plans for a fast train now?

Politics $1 BILLION was pledged by Labor before the May 18 election

What the future of telecommunications will look like

Technology Seven new mobile sites to be built in the Northern Rivers by 2020

Sport

Tag team effort from league ladies

Sport GROWING the game for women in Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League

Powerhouse states claim hockey titles

Sport Final wrap from hockey titles

Lismore trainer hopeful 'brilliant' mare can win the cup

Horses "You just don't appreciate class until she wins like she did”

Will is 'living and breathing' dirt bikes

Motor Sports Thirteen-year-old gets the chance to compete on home turf.

Coraki product wins Australian hockey gold medal

Sport NSW too good for Victoria in final

Splendour 2019

PHOTOS: The ultimate Splendour in the Grass gallery

Music SPLENDOUR is done for another year. As the dust settles at the North Byron Parklands, here's a wrap of the weekend and all the best social pics.

PHOTOS: The most epic band shots from Splendour

News THERE'S only one day of live music left for festival-goers.

Day 2: Emotional visitors to Splendour pill testing demo

Health Science and politics took over music at the festival

‘What a joke’: Anger over Splendour

Music Angry punters react after Splendour headliner pulls out of festival.

Day 1: The unhealthy habit that ruins Splendour for many

News Why are young people smoking all around the festival?

National Sport

Rance’s finals comeback bid out of his hands

AFL Alex Rance determined to make amazing September return.

Crash: Walters must meet Titans halfway

Rugby League Gold Coast and Kevin Walters appear the perfect fit.

White’s night points to an O’Connor comeback

Rugby Union Nic White forged path, now James O’Connor must hit ground running

Greenberg won’t make Coyne call

Rugby League NRL CEO Todd Greenberg says Mark Coyne future isn’t his decision.

Community

Ballina council considers ban on venues with pokies

News BUT staff recommend asking the State Government agency in charge of pokies to step up its monitoring of the 560 gaming machines in shire.

Your vote can keep this vital transport service alive

Community This community service could get $113,000 with your help

Icehouse's Anthony Smith remembered as 'a music genius'

Music Icehouse musician passed away in Lismore on Friday

Do you get confused about what goes in which bin?

News Ballina council is putting stickers on bins to help residents

From a humble tin shed to international gin fame

Food & Entertainment Booming Tweed distillery brewing big party

What's On

Doctors, police and security at biggest Splendour ever

Music There's a state-of-the-art medical facility at the festival

What's on the big screen this week

Movies AFTER all the hype, is The Lion King remake worth seeing?

BANNED: The items you can't take to Splendour

Whats On Splendour in the Grass has published a list of 'no-nos'

Why the new Michael Hutchence doco had to be sad

Movies Director brings the film to Splendour in the Grass this weekend

Local Business News

RESIDENTS have raised concerns about water usage and loss of amenity in response to a wholesale nursery supplier's $2 million development application.

Nursery giant's plans could affect water, views on Plateau

News RESIDENTS have raised concerns about water usage and loss of amenity in response to a wholesale nursery supplier's $2 million development application.