The merging of two weather events, a cold front in the southwest and a low-pressure area in northern Australia, will dominate the weekend weather as it moves into the Northern Rivers tomorrow afternoon.

The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has been adjusting the potential rainfall for Saturday as the weather systems approach the east coast, and, as we write, the forecast is for 6mm to 15mm with northerly winds.

The rain will clear on Sunday morning as strong westerly winds (15 to 25 km/h) leave a mostly sunny day.

The sunshine will return on Monday, which is good news for the NSW Golf Qualifying Series being played over two days at the Lismore Golf Course in East Lismore. The ground will be wet, but at least the two rounds can be played to determine which 3 eligible players (excluding those who hold a current PGA Tour of Australasia Exemption Category of 11 or higher) who finish in the top 15 qualify for the NSW Open. There is also a $50,000 purse for the event.

This is the first time the event has been held in Lismore. Anyone from the public can watch the NSW Qualifying Series on Monday and Tuesday.

If the arts are more to your liking, there is plenty to view over the weekend.

The Through the Heart photographic exhibition runs until August 10 at the Lismore Regional Gallery.

Over 100 of Jacklyn Wagner's photographs capture the emotion and heartache of the 2022 floods. The gallery is open 10am to 4pm both days.

The 2024 Archibald Prize is also on exhibition at the Lismore Regional Gallery.

This is only the second time the Archibald has made its way to Lismore. You have until August 31 to view the works of the 57 finalists.

It is the final day for you to view the Converge exhibition at 123 Woodlark Street (next to Lismore Second Hand Furniture).

Lismore's 11-based artists at Converge have their Bright Light Habits exhibition on display until 3pm tomorrow (Saturday, July 26).

The works cover film, ceramics, sculpture, paintings, costume design and participatory projects.

The Lismore Farmers Markets swing into action from 7:30 during the coldest part of the morning. 7 degrees is the forecast minimum, but it looks to be the last of the sun for Saturday.

Popular Luke Vassella will provide the live music as you walk around the stalls with your coffee or tea. A hot breakfast is available as well as locally grown fresh fruit and veg.

The Nimbin Markets make their July appearance from 9am to 3pm on Sunday. With the weather clearing, it will be a nice day in the hills perusing the many uniquely Nimbin stalls.

A guided walk through the Hoop Pine Forest can be enjoyed on Sunday morning as part of National Tree Day 2025 at the Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens.

Trudi will take you to the summit of the Hoop Pine Forest, where you will learn about its ancient history.

The walk is $5 for adults, with children free. It is cash only.

Meet at the visitors centre by 9:45am for a 10am start. You can join the Friends' volunteers for morning tea after the walk, where a gold coin is appreciated.

It is a big family weekend at the Lismore Workers Club. Dorothy the Dinosaur Spectacular Show has two performances, 10am and 12 midday on Sunday. The 10am show is sold out; however, the 12pm show does have some tickets still available at a cost of $25.

August is a busy month at the Lismore Workers Club. Coming up:

• Herman's Hermits: the English group are on a 60th Anniversary World Tour, appearing at the Workers Club on Friday, August 8. Tickets are $59 each.
• Fleetwood Max: Thursday, August 14 is when you can sing-along to the many hits of Fleetwood Mac. Tickets are $49.
• The Everly Brothers - Morning Melodies: on Wednesday, August 20. This is a lunchtime show where you will learn about the beautiful harmonies of Phil and Don Everly and hear their hits, like Bird Dog and Cathy's Clown.

Another '60s iconic band is The Delltones.

The Delltones Story is at the Lismore Heights Sports Club on this Tuesday, 29 July. $35 gets you a 2-course meal and the wonderful songs of The Delltones, like Come A Little Bit Closer. Call 02 6624 3040 for bookings or more information.

Another live music option this weekend includes Chris Fisher at the Northern Rivers Hotel tonight (Friday) between 6pm and 9pm.

Ballina is still the cheapest town to fill the tank over the weekend, especially if you are there after 8pm, when prices tend to drop another 10 cents a litre.

Here is the list of the cheapest service stations, saving you the most money in each town:

• E10 is 174.9 at the 7-Eleven in South Lismore, the Coles Express on Dawson Street and the Ampol Foodary on Woodlark Street in Lismore, 174.9 at The United on Johnston Street in Casino, and 165.5 at the Mobil and The Metro on River Street, Ballina.
• Unleaded 91 is 173.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road, 176.9 at The United and the Casino Roadhouse on Johnston Street in Casino, and 167.5 at the Metro and the Mobil on River Street, Ballina.
• U95 is 184.5 at Brad's Independent on Terania Street, North Lismore, 198.9 at the Independent on Canterbury Street, and 178.5 at The Metro on River Street, Ballina.
• U98 is 192.9 at the Liberty on Ballina Road in Lismore, and the Liberty on Union Street, South Lismore, 197.9 at the two Independents on Hare and Centre Street in Casino, and 187.5 at The Metro on River Street in Ballina.
• Diesel is 181.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road in Lismore, 181.9 across Casino, and 189.5 at the Mobil and The Metro in Ballina.

Have a great weekend!

Now, have a laugh with the Friday Funnies.....