It's the weekend, and you know what that means? Yes, more rain.

The developing low-pressure system off the NSW coast will bring wind, rain and damaging surf this weekend.

While the mid-north coast will feel the brunt of the weather system, Lismore and the Northern Rivers are likely to get wet once again.

Ballina, Byron and other coastal towns will receive the most rainfall over the weekend, but Lismore will still cop its fair share with 1mm to 15mm expected on Saturday, and 5mm to 25mm on Sunday.

The big event this weekend is not in Lismore but in Casino.

The 2025 Casino Truck Show will attract a crowd in excess of 30,000 people as they admire 550 highly polished, high-horsepower heavy vehicles that keep Australia moving.

Saturday's activities kick off at 10am with the legendary Dawsons Haulage truck parade along Johnston and Centre Streets, before the CBD transforms into a vibrant festival precinct.

Expect a massive line-up of live entertainment from Country Mud Band and Pink Zinc Band, plus food stalls, industry displays, kids' amusement rides and of course, the prestigious trophy presentation at 3pm.

You can check out the road closures by reading our earlier story.

Wet weather is always good for viewing art exhibitions, and there is plenty to see in the Lismore LGA.

The Through the Heart photographic exhibition runs for another week, ending on Sunday, 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 the end of August to view the works of the 57 finalists.

The highly respected Bentley Art Prize celebrates its 40th anniversary this weekend.

The inaugural event was in 1985, and 40 years later, it is stronger than ever.

The Bentley Art prize gets underway tonight from 7pm with wine and nibbles and finishes on Sunday afternoon at 2pm.

There will be market stalls and live music all weekend. Viewing times are:

• Friday, August 1: 7pm to 9pm
• Saturday, August 2: 9am to 5pm
• Sunday, August 3: 9am to 2pm.

Another art club celebrating a milestone in August is the Lismore Art Club.

The club was formed in 1960, so 65 years of creativity, support and nurturing of local artists.

The 65th anniversary will be celebrated at Flourish Art Gallery, 15 Casino Street, South Lismore. Opening night is tonight between 5pm and 9pm. The exhibition runs until Friday, August 22.

The Lismore Farmers Market will have everything on offer tomorrow (Saturday) from 7:30 at the Lismore Showground. Fresh fruit & veg, hot coffee and tea, plants, seedlings, meat, desert and more. The Lismore Floodwater Revival Band will play covers from the '60s and '70s to keep you entertained.

The Rock Valley Emergency Preparedness Day was postponed in July and is now happening this Sunday (August 3) between 10am and 3:30pm at the Rock Valley Hall.

The Reconstruction Authority Big Map will be there, as will information stalls for the Red Cross, Local Land Services, RFS, SES, Resilient Lismore and DPI.

Food and coffee will be available, and live music by Luke Vassella.

The second-ever Rap 2 the Rescue is raising funds for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service on Saturday night from 7:30pm.

The idea was inspired by the popular Rock to the Rescue fundraising concert a month ago. Seven (7) local rappers will take to the stage at the South Lismore Bowling Club (25 Wilson Street), they are:

• D.A.S.H.
• Thirsty Mac
• zFTTOM
• DJ Mudcrab
• Eric Flu
• Sax
• Bardi

It is only $10 at the door, with profit to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter. Organiser Jordan McMahon said his goal was to raise $1,500 this year.

The Lismore Jaz Club is back in August with De Ziah & Date at the Lismore City Bowling Club from 2pm on Sunday.

Go and see De Ziah & Date take the cello and guitar on a musical journey. Entry is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. Cash at the door.

Next Tuesday (August 5) is NATSIC Day (National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Children's Day).

You can help celebrate NATSIC Day at GSAC between 11am and 1:30pm. Food and drinks will be provided, as will tea and coffee for elders. This is a free event.

We have had jazz and rap music mentioned this weekend, and there is more live music at the Northern Rivers Hotel, with Hello Ray Duo tonight from 6pm and Katie Brooke for the Sunday Session between 1:30pm and 4:30pm.

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 next 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.

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, 175.3 at The United on Johnston Street in Casino, and 165.5 at the Mobil and The Metro on River Street, Ballina.
• Unleaded 91 is 174.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road, 177.3 at The United 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 179.5 at The Metro on River Street, Ballina.
• U98 is 192.9 at the Astron and 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.....