It looks like it's going to be a wet weekend for Lismore and the Northern Rivers, according to the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM).

The good news for those wanting to be part of the Eat the Street food festival on Keen Street and The Quad tomorrow (Saturday) is that the highest chance of rainfall is forecast for the evening, that is, after 6pm.

On Sunday, the potential rainfall is in the morning and afternoon, so it could affect outdoor sports and activities. However, the range still involves a '0', so we may not receive any or very little rain.

There is the chance of thunderstorms, possibly severe, tonight and across the weekend, mainly in the afternoon and evening. If they are severe, the Lismore App will send out a notification.

This weekend is all about the return of Norco Eat the Street, after a four-year absence.

Apart from some fabulous food flavours from all over the world and live music creating a vibrant atmosphere, there are a number of events you may be interested in seeing.

The Pie Eating Competition gets underway at 12:30pm with the Mini Munchers Round. There are two divisions, the Kids Heat (Under 12) and the Teens Heat (13 to 17). Then at 1pm, there will be two rounds of the Great Pie Face-Off for Adults (18+).

The Champion Chomp-Off will take place at 3:30pm with 1st prize of $300, 2nd prize $150 and 3rd prize $50, thanks to Annie's Country Bakery at Modanville.

The other competition is the Barista Smackdown at the Benchtop Cafe. There will be five elimination rounds from 3pm, with the winner taking home $1000.

For more details, check out the Eat The Street 2025 button on the front page of the Lismore App or via the website by clicking here. There you will find all the information you need at your fingertips.

A reminder that Keen Street will be closed for 24 hours from midnight tonight to midnight on Saturday night.

MARKETS

The Lismore Farmers Markets will get underway at 7:30 tomorrow morning. As well as the usual fresh fruit and veg, breakfast and tea & coffee, the CWA Evening Branch selling their famous Christmas cake, along with other homemade Christmas goods. Live music will be provided by the popular Luke Vassella.

The Sunday markets are back at the Bowlo (Lismore City Bowling Club) at 171A Molesworth Street, Lismore CBD from 9am to 1pm. There are over 30 stalls selling an array of products from bric-a-brac to books, honey and ceramics.

Also, on Sunday is the Lismore Free Market at 50 Brewster Street between 9am and 11am. Every item really is for free. There is no trading, bartering or selling of any products.

LIVE MUSIC

It's three days of live music at the Northern Rivers Hotel on Bridge Street, North Lismore this weekend.

Dan Grace hits the stage tonight at 7pm, Saturday night will see Wear the Fox Hat play and the Sunday Session is by Ghostown from 3pm.

Coming Up at the Lismore Workers Club

• Lismore Symphony Orchestra 29 November
• The Noughty Nineties Party featuring all your favourites like Blink 182, Shania Twain, Britney Spears, Robbie Williams and Beyonce. Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 7:30pm
• The Ultimate Superstars of Country Friday, 6 February 2026
• Faulty Towers The Dining Experience Friday, 6 March 2026
• The Italian Tenors Sunday, 19 April 2026

CHEAPEST FUEL PRICES

Fuel prices were steady across Lismore and Casino, but there have been some significant price increases in Ballina this week. For the first time in a year, Lismore is similar or cheaper than Ballina across the fuel range.

Here is the list of the cheapest service stations:

• E10 is 176.9 at the Shell Reddy Express on Dawson Street, Lismore, 169.9 at the NightOwl Puma at 37 Johnston Street in Casino, and 174.5 at the Mobil and The Metro on River Street, Ballina.
• Unleaded 91 is 173.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road, 173.9 at The United and NightOwl Puma on Johnston Street in Casino, and 176.5 at the Metro on River Street, Ballina.
• U95 is 182.9 at the two Independents on Terania Street, North Lismore and the Liberty on Ballina Road, Lismore, 198.9 at the Independent at 169 Canterbury Street in Casino, and 187.5 at The Metro on River Street, Ballina.
• U98 is 190.9 at the Liberty on Ballina Road, Lismore, 196.4 at the NightOwl Puma at 37 Johnston Street, Casino, and 196.5 at The Metro on River Street in Ballina.
• Diesel is 182.9 at the two Independents on Terania Street, North Lismore, 185.9 at The United and the Ampol Casino on Dyraaba Street in Casino, and 189.5 at Metro on River Street in Ballina.

Have a great weekend!

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