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Greens deal offers councils hope
A DEAL between Labor and The Greens at the Federal level could signal a new era for local councils, Ballina Greens councillor, Jeff Johnson, said.
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Pet dog shot and dumped
A SWAN BAY woman is desperate to track down the 'gutless' person who brutally shot and killed her family's dog, breaking the hearts of her three children.
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Drags are safe, promoter says
DRAG races at the Casino aerodrome would not only boost tourism, but also encourage safer driving, Jukebox Lismore Inc president Roger Wood said yesterday.
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Plush hotel a step closer
AFTER a two year battle to overcome residents' objections, a swish $15 million hotel development has been approved at Byron Bay.
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News
Wilkie sides with Labor
INDEPENDENT MP Andrew Wilkie says he has decided to back a Labor minority government.
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- Obama 'hopeful' about Mideast talks
- NSW MPs pass adoption bill
- Girl, 3, hit for waving Aussie flag
- Fred Nile denies viewing porn
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Entertainment
Rihanna meets waxwork replica
SINGER Rihanna is the latest star to be honoured with her own replica figure by famous museum Madame Tussauds.
- Cat Empire gets purr-fect review
- Rambo mad at stop sign ticket
- Jackson's landlord sues estate
- Keith Urban up for two CMA awards
- Alcohol caused my cancer: Douglas
Lifestyle
Ruby Rose launches range on tram
MELBOURNE spring fashion took a trip in the city's most famous transport as proud local girl Ruby Rose launched her debut fashion line on a Bourke Street tram.
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Sport
Kyogle RLFC reunion to attract 500
TOWNS are often identified with particular sports. Coraki and hockey; Woodburn and soccer; Wollongbar and rugby union.
- Team hoping for third time lucky
- Byron Bay defeats arch-rivals
- 1922 trophy donated to turf club
- Wolves collect Challenge Cup
- Thistles still in the finals race
Business
Strong cattle sales at Ag show
AUCTIONEERS reported spirited bidding and strong prices at the Ag Show Bull Sale, rated as the State's “best value, multi-vendor, multi-breed sale”.
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Graham Campbell Memorial Regatta
Saturday, 18 Sep, 2010 – 9am Ulmarra To be held in the Ulmarra Strait. This will be a three race series around buoys. For cats, trailer and deep keel yachts. View details » -
Lismore Cup
Thursday, 23 Sep, 2010 – 9am Lismore The Lismore Cup Carnival is one of the most popular carnivals in regional New South Wales. View details » -
Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic
Saturday, 23 Oct, 2010 – 9am Inverell The Grafton to Inverell International Cycle Classic is a one day event, beginning in Grafton passing through Glen Innes and finishing in Inverell. View details » -
Byron Bay International Film Festival
Friday, 4 Mar, 2011 – 10am Byron Bay Your World of Film in the Heart of Byron Bay. View details » -
21st Annual Lismore Gemfest
Saturday, 14 May, 2011 – 9am Lismore Since inception in 1990 the Gemfest has become the largest gem, crystal, jewellery and fossil show in regional Australia. View details »
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