Many children in Queensland and northern New South Wales have had their lives disrupted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Schools were closed (about 14 were still shut as of Thursday afternoon), families ...

A new federal government Senate report has highlighted the worsening skills and funding crisis facing local governments right ...

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NSW Premier Chris Minns said has 'had enough' of squatters in flood-ravaged Lismore homes who've been slammed as 'out of towners and backpackers'.

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The NSW Premier Chris Minns is visting Northern Rivers communities as they begin their recovery from flooding from the ex ...

Levels are falling along the Wilsons River at Lismore. Minor flooding is occurring along the Wilsons River. The Wilsons River at Lismore (AHD) is currently at 5.31 metres and falling with minor ...

Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower, most likely later tonight. Light winds. Sun protection recommended from 9:20 am to 4:30 pm, UV Index predicted to reach 10 [Very High] ...