There’s plenty happening across the Lismore LGA this weekend, with sport, theatre and markets all on the calendar as we make the most of the first weekend of autumn.

The Samson Fitness Challenge will be held tomorrow at Hepburn Park, bringing together competitors and spectators for a day of strength and endurance events.

Weather-wise it’s a bit of a mixed bag. Saturday is expected to be partly cloudy with a medium chance of showers, most likely in the morning and early afternoon. Temperatures will range from 19 degrees overnight to a maximum of 29 degrees.

Sunday looks wetter, with the Bureau of Meteorology predicting a high chance of rain in the afternoon and evening, possibly 2–30mm, along with the chance of a thunderstorm later in the day. Temperatures will sit between 17 and 28 degrees.

If you’re planning to get out and about, Saturday morning will likely be the best window before the rain moves in later in the weekend.

ARTS

The Lismore Theatre Company is kicking off its 2026 season tonight, with a production that promises to surprise audiences and spark conversation.

From 6 to 21 March, the Rochdale Theatre will host The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde, one of the most celebrated comedies in theatre history. Tickets are available now via TryBooking

MARKETS

There are two markets happening across the Lismore LGA this weekend.

The Lismore Farmers Market returns tomorrow morning from 7:30am at the Lismore Showgrounds.

As always, you’ll find fresh fruit and vegetables, plants and seedlings, artisan products, breakfast options and great coffee. Live music will also be on offer to help set the relaxed Saturday morning vibe.

On Sunday, the popular Channon Craft Markets return at Coronation Park from 9am to 3pm.

The market features more than 220 stalls, with everything from delicious food and condiments to fresh produce, handmade crafts, clothing and local products. It’s one of the Northern Rivers’ biggest market days and always draws a strong crowd.

LIVE MUSIC and ENTERTAINMENT

Coming up at the Lismore Workers Club:

• Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is next Friday, 6 March 2026
• Inxsive & Gold Chisel Tribute Show Saturday, 21 March 2026
• The Italian Tenors Sunday, 19 April 2026
• Graham G Toole presents Kenny Rogers, John Denver and Glen Campbell on Friday, 1 May 2026
• The Sydney Hotshots Saturday, June 13
• An Evening with Fatty & Sterlo Saturday, June 20

To book tickets to any of the above concerts, click here.

CHEAPEST FUEL PRICES

Fuel prices have taken a big jump this week, upwards of 20c per litre in some cases. The new war in the Middle East will again cause stress on our fuel supply. Here is the list of the cheapest service stations for this week:

• E10 is 174.9 at the 7-Eleven in South Lismore and at the Ampol on Union Street. It is 187.9 at the Shell Reddy Express on Dawson Street, and the Ampol on Woodlark Street.
• Unleaded 91 is 176.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road and at 7-Eleven in South Lismore. It is 177.9 at the Independent in Coraki, and 179.9 at the BP on Dawson Street.
• U95 is 188.9 at 7-Eleven, and 193.9 at the BP on Dawson Street. It is 197.9 at the Independent on Wyrallah Road, and at the Liberty on Ballina Road.
• U98 is 194.9 at the Independent in Coraki, 196.9 at the 7-Eleven on Union Street, 199.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road. It is 201.9 at the BP on Dawson Street.

Diesel is 201.9 at the BP in Wardell, 207.9 at the Little Servo in Clunes and at the Bangalow General Store. It is 208.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road, and 209.9 at the 7-Eleven on Union Street.

Have a great weekend Lismore!

Now, have a laugh with the Friday Funnies… 😄