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March 28, 2024

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Govt cost-shifting ‘erodes financially sustainable local government’

Byron Shire Council looks set to add its voice to the growing chorus calling on the state government to stop shifting responsibilities and costs onto local government.

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New report highlights gaps in rural and remote health

The second annual Royal Flying Doctor Service ‘Best for the Bush, Rural and remote Health Base Line’ report has just been released. Presenting the latest data on the health of rural and remote Australians and evidence on service gaps, it identifies issues in urgent need of attention from service providers, funders, partners and policy makers.

Safety and preparation saves lives on the water

A large number of boaters are expected to hit the water over the Easter long weekend and Marine Rescue NSW is reminding boaters to be prepared and log on to the Marine Rescue NSW app.

Roller derby rocks the Cavanbah Centre

The Red Kennedys have once again dominated the Northern Rivers Revolt Roller Derby Tournament held at the Cavanbah Centre over the weekend of March 16-17.

Murwillumbah’s Rebecca Whan recognised for tireless work post 2022 floods

Murwillumbah was severely impacted by the 2022 floods and it was a huge community effort to support, rescue and inspire everyone to move forward. 

Richmond Valley Rail Trail grand opening

The latest leg of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail opened in style on Saturday, with hundreds of two-wheeled travel enthusiasts spinning along the newly opened 13.4 kilometre section from Casino to Bentley.

Bay FM community radio celebrates digital upgrade

Volunteers from Byron and across the Northern Rivers celebrated nearly $100,000 worth of new studio equipment at Bay FM Community Radio station on the weekend.

Being in custody and ‘living’ far from the scene of the crime is no barrier for the the local staff at the Richmond Police District, which includes the Lismore Police Station and the fourteen police stations within this Local Area Command.

Four men who are in custody for other matters have been charged with a range of offences within the Richmond Police District.

• On Sunday 19 August 2018, a white Toyota Hilux was stolen from Yamba, Following DNA examination of the vehicle, police attended Silverwater Correctional Facility on Wednesday 17 April 2019 and a 30-year-old man was spoken to.

He was subsequently charged with take/drive conveyance without consent of owner and is expected to appear at Lismore Local Court on Friday (26 April 2019).

• On Sunday 1 April 2019, police conducted a search warrant in relation to a 37-year-old at Grafton Correctional Centre. It is alleged the man remotely wiped the contents of a mobile phone whilst in police custody. The phone allegedly contained videos depicting serious assaults.

On Wednesday 17 April 2019, police attended Silverwater Correctional Facility and spoke to the 37-year-old man. He was subsequently charged with pervert the course of justice and is expected to appear ay Lismore Local Court on Thursday 9 May 2019.

• On Thursday 25 July 2019, a Mazda was stolen from Goonellabah. Following DNA examination of the vehicle, on Thursday 18 April 2019, a 27-year-old was spoken to at Newcastle Police Station.

He was subsequently charged with take/drive conveyance without consent of owner and is expected to appear at Lismore Local Court on Monday 3 June 2019.

• On Saturday November 2018, an address on Hickey Street, Casino was broken into where a number of items were stolen. A forensic analysis was conducted on the property.

On Thursday 18 April 2019, police spoke to a 37-year-old man at Newcastle Police Station. He was charged with break, enter and steal. He is expected to appear at Lismore Local Court on Tuesday 4 June 2019.


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Saddle Road group home DA decision this week

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