Lismore City News
Friday, 26 April 2024
We will remember them: Keeping the Anzac tradition alive
Andres, 6, and Jack, 8, Velasquez-Heaton with Daniel Healy and Michael Darling from the 41st Battalion. Picture by Cathy Adams
Cathy Adams
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'For an old soldier it certainly warms the heart': Hundreds turn out for march
Ballina Pipe Band lead the way at the march along River Street.
Mitchell Craig
Hey triple j, we're up for a One Night Stand!
Cathy Adams
Get behind the bid to bring triple j's One Night Stand to Lismore.
Lismore to Bentley rail trail update
Staff Reporters
Work is progressing on the the Northern Rivers Rail Trail from Lismore to Bentley. Picture by Lismore City Council
Property
See inside: The Block winners Steph and Gian own flipper brings in $800k profit
Melissa Kehagias
The couple bought the house in 2020 for $1.02 million and after extensive renovations it sold for $1.825 million. Pic: Supplied
In Depth
'The uncomfortable truth': Two mothers' 36-year fight for justice
Teen girls Mona Lisa and Jacinta Smith died tragically in 1987.
Allison Hore • 54m ago
Mona Lisa Smith and Jacinta Rose Smith died when a 4WD ute rolled in outback NSW in 1987. Picture supplied
Teen charged after machete brawl at shopping centre
Anna McGuinness • 1hr ago
Six males were allegedly fighting inside Highpoint Shopping Centre and two were armed with machetes according to police. File picture
Our Business
'I was told I was too old to get a job anywhere else': Building new business
Mitchell Craig
Whendi Walkley was part of a networking event to help showcase her Pearl Blakk business. Picture by Mitchell Craig.
'It's a huge milestone for me': Indigenous artist's work on display
Lismore artist Tywana Caldwell with artwork Reconcile Connection. Picture supplied
Staff Reporters
Our People
Teens dream of green and gold after being picked in Australian hockey team
Mitchell Craig
Caitlyn Halliday and Max Venables were picked for Australia after representing Queensland and NSW at the under-16 national hockey titles. Picture by Mitchell Craig
The sensual scrunch of the War Memorial's new parade ground
Officer Cadet Tom Delaney on the parade ground where he will march on Thursday. Picture by Karleen Minney.
Steve Evans
Strong field to contest East Coast Grand National at speedway
Dennis Newlyn
Queensland's Matt Pascoe will defend the Super Sedan East Coast Grand National at Lismore Speedway. Picture by Tony Powell.
Lifeline Opens Northern Rivers Warehouse and Shop in Goonellabah
Staff Reporters
Lifeline Goonellabah staff Ruth, Murray, Julien. Picture by Lifeline
Fierce battle as Northern United host defending premiers in NRRRL clash
Mitchell Craig
Fullback Hezekiah McKenzie is captaining Northern United this season. Picture by Cee Bee's Photos.
Our People
Family to pay tribute to Gordon Pursey as part of Anzac Day service
Peter Pursey with Christine. Gordon Pursey second from left with medal set (above).
Mitchell Craig
Breaking the cycle: Helping young people find a home
Cathy Adams
Emma Jacobson is just 20-years-old, but she has already had to cope with being homeless.But she moves into her own home next week. Picture by Cathy Adams
Revealed: $40M bridge project and new pumps to help during floods
Staff Reporters
Concept design for new bridge at Fishery Creek, Ballina. Picture by NSW Government

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In Depth
'The uncomfortable truth': Two mothers' 36-year fight for justice
Allison Hore • 54m ago
Mona Lisa Smith and Jacinta Rose Smith died when a 4WD ute rolled in outback NSW in 1987. Picture supplied
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Teenager Littler silences hostile crowd with PL victory
Jonathan Veal • 1hr ago
Luke Littler silenced the boo-brigade on his way to winning the Premier League event in Liverpool. (AP PHOTO)
Teen charged after machete brawl at shopping centre
Anna McGuinness • 1hr ago
Six males were allegedly fighting inside Highpoint Shopping Centre and two were armed with machetes according to police. File picture
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Dozens of police facing criminal charges
Rachael Ward • 1hr ago
Victoria Police data shows 78 officers are facing charges for criminal or traffic offences. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
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More than 100 whales saved, 28 dead in mass stranding
Anna McGuinness • 1hr ago
Between 50 and 100 pilot whales are stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough in Western Australia on April 25. Picture via Facebook/Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia
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LNP extends lead in latest YouGov polling
Fraser Barton • 1hr ago
Queensland's LNP led by David Crisafulli (left) has increased its lead over Steven Miles' Labor. (David Clark/AAP PHOTOS)
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Vitamin D may encourage better cancer immunity levels
Nina Massey • 2hrs ago
British research have found vitamin D may hold promise for helping cancer prevention. (AP PHOTO)
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Centrelink claims backlog slashed after hiring blitz
Andrew Brown
More than 500,000 Centrelink and Medicare claims have been processed from the backlog in 10 weeks. (Tracey Nearmy/AAP PHOTOS)

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Dozens of police facing criminal charges
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Victoria Police data shows 78 officers are facing charges for criminal or traffic offences. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Rachael Ward • 1hr ago
Updated
More than 100 whales saved, 28 dead in mass stranding
Anna McGuinness • 1hr ago
Between 50 and 100 pilot whales are stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough in Western Australia on April 25. Picture via Facebook/Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia
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LNP extends lead in latest YouGov polling
Fraser Barton • 1hr ago
Queensland's LNP led by David Crisafulli (left) has increased its lead over Steven Miles' Labor. (David Clark/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
New Australian wingless sprintcar champion to be crowned at speedway
Jacob Jolley is chasing Australian Wingless Sprintcar Championship honours at Castrol Lismore Speedway this weekend. Photo Tony Powell.
Dennis Newlyn
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Palawa King may give Smith another 715 win
Palawa King one of the favourites for the upcoming Ladbrokes 715. Picture supplied
Strong field to contest East Coast Grand National at speedway
Dennis Newlyn
Queensland's Matt Pascoe will defend the Super Sedan East Coast Grand National at Lismore Speedway. Picture by Tony Powell.

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Flood-hit houses on the market 'as is'
PRICE WATCH: House prices in Lismore have not yet seen a downturn after interest rate rises, but it was too soon to tell whether their was a market for flood impacted homes. Picture: Cathy Adams
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What's going on around Lismore
Art Drop is an initiative by Rebecca Ryan, the founder of Heart Banners, and will be presented by Love for Lismore Heart Space Incorporated.
Lismore's new exhibition that you don't want to miss
Staff Reporters
Lismore Regional Gallery is set to open its doors with a breathtaking First Nations exhibition. Picture supplied.
Whip up some Anzac biscuits - do you like them chewy or crunchy?
Karen Hardy
Is there an easier treat to whip than an Anzac biscuit. Picture Shutterstock
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'The uncomfortable truth': Two mothers' 36-year fight for justice
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Between 50 and 100 pilot whales are stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough in Western Australia on April 25. Picture via Facebook/Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia
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The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
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Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
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Changing your home menu with the seasons
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