As the Northern Rivers prepares to mark the annual global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (November 25 to December 10), the Lismore and Northern Rivers community is invited to come together for a powerful evening of celebration and purpose at the annual Women Up North Gala, to be held this Saturday (8th of November) at the Lismore Workers Club. Hosted by Women Up North Housing Inc. (WUNH), the gala will raise critical funds for women, young people, and children experiencing and at risk of Domestic Violence and the Bugalma Bihyn Aboriginal Women’s Refuge, a culturally safe and trauma-informed space for women and children escaping domestic and family violence.The 2024 Gala raised a very generous $70,000, so there are high expectations again in 2025.The event comes at a time when domestic violence rates in regional NSW are rising at alarming levels. According to the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, domestic violence-related assaults have increased by up to 24% in some regional areas, with Northern NSW among the hardest hit. In the 12 months to June 2025, 11 children were killed in domestic violence incidents—the highest number in a decade [bocsar.nsw.gov.au].“This is not just a gala—it’s a call to action,” said Jillian Knight-Smith, Executive Officer of Women Up North. “We are seeing more women and children in crisis than ever before. The community’s support is vital to ensure we can continue to provide safe housing and support services.”The gala will feature live entertainment, guest speakers, dinner, raffles, and auctions—all in support of WUNH’s mission to provide safety, dignity, and hope to women across the region.Event Details:Date: Saturday, 8th November 2025Venue: Lismore Workers ClubTime: From 6:00 PMTickets: Available by clicking here or by calling 02 6621 7730Dress Code: Formal / GlamorousTheme: Empowerment & ResilienceThe gala also serves as a lead-in to the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a global campaign running from 25 November to 10 December, which calls for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls. In NSW, the campaign is supported by local councils and organisations through events, education, and community engagement. “By attending the gala, you’re not only supporting a local cause—you’re joining a global movement,” Knight-Smith added. “Together, we can create a future where every woman and child is safe, respected, and free.”

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall for Kyogle, Casino and other western parts of the Northern Rivers.It has not put out a warning for Lismore and the coast; however, it would not be surprising if that changes in the next hour or so as troughs move across the state from the northwest.The highly unstable weather environment is likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Safety adviceThe State Emergency Service advises that people should:* Move your car under cover or away from trees.* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.* Unplug computers and appliances.* Avoid using the phone during the storm.* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.The next warning is due to be issued by 9:30 pm.

Christmas Santa Mail is back for another magical year, and children across Australia are once again invited to hand-deliver their Christmas wish lists at their local Post Office.From today, young Santa fans can drop off their letters in store and receive a special reply from the North Pole, plus a festive Pip the Koala Christmas ornament to take home and hang proudly on the tree.Australia Post is encouraging families to join in the much-loved tradition by helping little ones write a letter to Santa, seal it in an envelope (no stamp or return address required), and deliver it to a participating Post Office.To make sure replies arrive before Santa takes flight on Christmas Eve, here’s how it works:Write your letter: Kids can tell Santa what’s on their wish list and share something they’re proud of this year.Drop it off: Head to your local Post Office and hand over the letter.Receive the magic: Each child will receive a reply from Santa along with a Pip the Koala ornament to keep as a special Christmas memento. If your child has already posted their letter to Santa, they can still drop by a Post Office to collect their reply and keepsake.Josh Bannister, Executive General Manager Retail, Brand and Marketing at Australia Post, said the excitement of Santa Mail continues to delight Australians of all ages.“Santa Mail is a treasured tradition for families and something our team looks forward to every year. Seeing children’s faces light up when they hand over their letters is what makes Christmas so magical. We’re proud to help Santa spread a little magic across Australia once again,” said Mr Bannister.Australia Post has also released two new Christmas stamp ranges to help customers share festive cheer.Australia Post’s secular Christmas stamp series features colourful designs that show Santa arriving at dusk as Little Penguins don festive hats and add gifts to a growing pile of presents, while pelicans carry baubles to join in the celebration. The range includes two 65c stamps (‘Santa’ and ‘Presents’) and a $3 international stamp, with a separate religious set also available.

It has been five years since founder John Stewart opened the first Living School in Lismore on Conway Street, opposite the NSW TAFE site.John's goal was to have three sites operational: Conway Street for Years 1, 2, 3 and 4, the Lismore CBD for Years 5, 6, 7 and 8, with The Academy, Years 9, 10, 11 and 12, moving into a purpose-built building at Southern Cross University at Block E.Stages 1 and 2 have been completed. Block E has only recently completed renovations, with students on campus utilising the new learning space.The CBD premises ran into some delays since John purchased the Brown & Jolly building on Woodlark Street in 2021. COVID, the 2022 floods and planning delays have meant his dream of integrating the Living School into the community in Lismore's CBD needed to be pushed back.That is all about to change, as John recently received approval from the Regional Planning Committee. Construction can now begin, not only on the Brown & Jolly building, but also on the buildings in the laneways behind it.Now that the DA has been approved, John wants the community to understand his concept and plans for the Living School's middle-year students, so he is holding a community meeting this Wednesday (5 November) at 10 County Lane, Lismore CBD from 5:30pm. One of the buildings that will be part of the new Living School Middle School campus.The invitation says, "We’d love for you to join us at our open Q&A event — an evening to see the vision, share your thoughts, and connect with neighbours and local businesses as we discuss how the school intends to support the wider Lismore community."John told the Lismore App that the planning has taken years, but now there is excitement within the team."The focus and the scope was to ensure that we meet all the right requirements and regulations, and it's now activated, and we're ready to move."As you would expect, there are a lot of conditions that go with a school moving into Lismore's CBD."We're dealing with Years 5 to 8, so it's not young children. But how do we manage traffic, the pedestrian approach, flood? We've had a really thorough understanding of how we manage floods. And as we always said, you can be in the centre of town if you know how to manage floods properly and appropriately and build with that conscience. And that's what we're doing."One of the community's concerns is that the CBD will see a multitude of cars on Woodlark Street as parents drop off and pick up their children from school."We don't want cars in the middle of town. In fact, the place where we're in is the Back Lane Gallery, so imagine the learning as you're walking through that space."We want to push this understanding that to be a community, you've got to have people in a community in that central business district, and so we have to familiarise children with walking along footpaths again, we have to familiarise children that they can ride to work, ride to school, and that the cycleways around Lismore are safe, and we have to make sure that they can explore their public facilities and amenities not from the window of a car.""So, the Living School is about this intentionally designed pedagogy around kids connecting with community."This Wednesday evening community meeting is so John can impart his vision and to answer any community concerns."We're talking about what the Brown & Jolly activation means and what we're looking to achieve. People will always have concerns. We listen, but we're navigating that to make sure that people understand that the whole purpose and the intention of Living School is to be embedded in the heart of a town."The whole intention of Living School is to connect kids with community. I mean, we cannot improve our future communities without kids being active participants in that community, and the elders of a community seeing kids not as a pack, but as a group of children who want to learn and share their learning with the community. It's logical."John spoke about the history of schools in the CBD of Lismore and many other towns, and the economic and social benefits it will bring to Lismore."My focus is to ensure that our town is a regional centre. And if you look at what the council's plans were through to 2036, it's a city of learning. Everything we're doing is around the strategic goals of not just John Stewart, strategic goals of our council and our state government."Lismore is uniquely different to our ribbon development at the coast. Lismore is a CBD that is a grid pattern. It's got arcades, it's got this amazing facility of people being able to access the diversity of shops, restaurants, facilities and services. It's a central piece that means you walk around a square."I just see it as intentionally designed around bringing a community back together again. And I tell you, we need it. We've got people who do not go out. We've got people who can Uber food in, they can play Fortnite or games for longer than they can be at school. If that's the world we want, we've got detachment. If we want a community, you have to have connection and you've got to have understanding and support."If you have any concerns, questions or just want to learn more about the Living School and how the students will be part of the CBD community, get yourself along to 10 County Lane on Wednesday at 5:30pm. Food and refreshments will be supplied, so click here to register yourself.Event detailsLiving School's Brown & Jolly Development Q&AWhen: Wednesday 5th NovemberWhere: 10 County LaneFood and refreshments providedPlease RSVP using this Eventbrite link.

Lismore roads are having more work done than Joan Rivers had plastic surgery. The difference being, Lismore roads need the work to be completed.Transport for NSW has advised that the final road surface seal work on the Lismore Bangalow Road will start this evening, causing changed traffic conditions.From this evening (Monday, 3 November), work will be carried out on the Lismore Bangalow Road between the Binna Burra Flood Immunity and Hilltop Flood Immunity project areas, Binna Burra. Work will be carried out from 6pm to 5am and is expected to be completed in two nights, weather permitting.Single lane, alternating traffic flow arrangements and a reduced speed limit of 60km/h will be in place during and after work hours for the safety of motorists and workers.Motorists should allow up to ten minutes’ extra travel time.Motorists are advised to drive according to traffic conditions and follow the directions of signs and traffic control.For more information on this work, visit https://www.livetraffic.com/incident-details/253949, download the Live Traffic NSW App or call 132 701. To receive updates direct to your phone, search for ‘Binna Burra’ in your Live Traffic app, select the incident and click ‘Follow’.

On 15 November, the Northern Rivers Wildlife Hospital will host its inaugural Call of the Wild – Live Charity Auction, giving the community a chance to bid on the lifesaving work the hospital does every day.From funding an overnight stay for a patient to supporting a week’s worth of food and care, locals can help make this critical work possible.Hosted by much-loved Australian broadcaster Angela Catterns, the evening will be led by Sotheby’s auctioneer Denzil Lloyd and will combine spirited bidding with art, music and storytelling, all in support of the Northern Rivers Wildlife Hospital, a community-funded, purpose-built hospital located on beautiful crown land at the heart of seven local government areas (Ballina, Byron, Clarence Valley, Kyogle, Lismore, Richmond Valley and Tweed).Spring has brought an overwhelming number of sick, injured and orphaned animals through the hospital’s doors, and the need for community support has never been greater.The Call of the Wild auction is an opportunity to raise vital funds to continue providing life-saving care for native wildlife across the Northern Rivers.General Manager Bronte Potts says the event comes at a crucial time.“Spring has always been trauma season for wildlife, but this year we are really being pushed. Our hospital has been overflowing with patients, and our team has worked tirelessly to provide the best possible care."What makes this night so special is that people can not only bid on beautiful artworks and experiences in our silent auction but also take part in a Sotheby’s live auction where every bid will fund lifesaving work at the hospital, like feeding a patient for a week, sponsoring an overnight stay, or supporting a vet for a month."It means every dollar raised goes straight back to caring for wildlife. Our wildlife can’t ask for help, but we can give it, and stepping up to protect them also safeguards the biodiversity of our region.”She added: “I’d love to see as many of our neighbours, rescuers, carers and community members as possible join us on the night. It’s not just a fundraiser, it’s a celebration of what we can achieve together for our local wildlife.”Every ticket, every bid, and every donation helps fund the treatment and rehabilitation of wildlife across the region.Event Details: Call of the WildSaturday 15 November, 6.00 - 9.00pm Marvell Hall, 37 Marvell St, Byron Bay. Tickets are $35.Learn more about the Northern Rivers Wildlife Hospital by clicking here.

There has been a bit of news in Lismore and the NRs surrounding counterfeit money that has been circulating in our local economy. What you may not be aware of is that counterfeit postage stamps are also in use, and Australia Post is looking to stop the practice by implementing a Counterfeit Detection Tool designed to authenticate stamps, stamped satchels, and prepaid satchels sold online.The tool automatically identifies counterfeit Australia Post postage, supporting near real-time analytics of counterfeit products. To date, the tool has detected hundreds of counterfeit products, removing several million dollars’ worth of counterfeit items from online marketplaces.Australia Post General Manager Group Security, Kevin Zuccato, said the quantity of counterfeit postage in circulation is deeply concerning and those who knowingly produce, sell, or use counterfeit postage risk prosecution.“Counterfeit postal products aren’t new, but we are seeing a significant increase in their circulation. Our new tool allows us to efficiently identify and promptly remove fraudulent products online. Not only are we scanning for counterfeit stamps, but we’re also watching for fraudulent stamped satchels and prepaid satchels.“The message is simple, use fraudulent postage products and it’s unlikely your parcel or letter will reach its final destination. The safest way to avoid buying counterfeit products is to purchase stamps and satchels directly from any Post Office across Australia or via the Australia Post Online Shop.“The Australia Post network is made up of over 4,000 Post Offices of which 2,700 are Licensed Post Offices who operate as their own small business. They rely on Australians buying stamps and satchels from their Post Office so they can continue to deliver for their communities. Buying counterfeit stamps and satchels is a risk to their viability and livelihood so we’d encourage everyone to support your local Post Office by purchasing directly,” Mr Zuccato said.Australia Post’s two-pronged approach to counterfeit detection includes working closely with Australian Border Force to detect and intercept Australia Post counterfeit goods entering the country, disrupting illegal activity before it reaches consumers. Once intercepted, counterfeit product is taken to a dedicated Australia Post facility that analyses differences in quality and verifies the presence of security features like watermarks.

The Bureau of Meteorology has updated its severe thunderstorm warning for large hailstones, damaging winds and heavy rainfall to include Lismore and most of the Northern Rivers.Moisture and instability to the east of a surface trough has been promoting the development of severe thunderstorm activity this afternoon, but mainly in the tablelands, around Tenterfield and Tabulam.At 6:03, the BoM has moved the warnings to the east, covering most of the Northern Rivers and as far south as Coffs Harbour, including Grafton, which has felt the impact earlier this afternoon.The BoM reported that:Grafton recorded 70mm in 30 minutes to 5:57pm.North Dorrigo (west of Coffs Harbour) reported 6-7cm hail at 3:20pmEmmaville (west of Grafton) reported 5-6cm hail at 1:40pm.VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce heavy, locally intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding, large hailstones and damaging winds over the next several hours in parts of the Northern Rivers district. Locations which may be affected include Grafton, Maclean and Ulmarra.Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones and damaging winds over the next several hours in the Northern Rivers, Northern Tablelands and parts of the Mid North Coast, Hunter, North West Slopes and Plains, Central Tablelands and Central West Slopes and Plains districts. Locations which may be affected include Lismore, Grafton, Armidale, Tamworth, Tenterfield and Gunnedah.Safety adviceThe State Emergency Service advises that people should:* Move your car under cover or away from trees.* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.* Unplug computers and appliances.* Avoid using the phone during the storm.* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.The next warning is due to be issued by 9:05 pm.

If you are driving along the Bruxner Highway at Wollongbar on Sunday or Monday night, be aware of roadworks that will affect traffic conditions.From Sunday, 2 November, work will be carried out on the Bruxner Highway between Lindendale Road and Sneaths Road, Wollongbar.Work will be carried out at night from 6pm to 5am and is expected to be completed in two nights, weather permitting.Single lane, alternating traffic flow arrangements and a reduced speed limit of 40km/h will be in place during work hours for the safety of motorists and workers.Motorists should allow up to ten minutes’ extra travel time.Motorists are advised to drive to traffic conditions and follow the directions of signs and traffic control.For more information on this work visit https://www.livetraffic.com/incident-details/253361, download the Live Traffic NSW App or call 132 701.To receive updates direct to your phone, search for ‘Wollongbar’ in your Live Traffic app, select the incident and click ‘Follow’.

Mayor Steve Krieg was joined by Deputy Mayor Jeri Hall for the latest Talking Lismore podcast, where we discuss all things Lismore.On a rainy weekend, click on the link (website version https://talkinglismore.buzzsprout.com/) and listen at home or in the car.This week, topics included the Richmond River Historical Society, trains versus the rail trail, the Lismore airport, sewage treatment plant, the waste facility and the upcoming Eat The Street food festival on November 15.Richmond River Historical SocietyThere appears to be a divide between the Richmond River Historical Society members and Lismore City Council; however, Mayor Krieg said not everyone was unhappy with the new lease being signed for the Goonellabah building."It is really interesting, you say that they're unhappy. I've been down to the municipal building a number of times, and I've actually been speaking to one of their longest-serving members down there, who was by himself getting things moved up to Goonellabah. He was saying that he is actually not disappointed with the move. He's actually happy to be flood-free, and his messaging was hopefully this political handballing will stop now that leases have been signed, and they've got a home. They've requested for years to have a flood-free home.""His message was, we're actually glad. The majority of members are actually glad that they've got a flood-free place to be. It's sad that it's played out in social media circles and different things like this, because Council is fully supportive of the Historical Society where they're going."And it was raised in the meeting, it comes at a cost. Council supports not only this organisation, but some 46 community groups across the LGA, and for whatever reason, council seems to be the easy target, the big, bad bullies, all of that sort of stuff, we don't support this, that and the other. It's so far from the truth, it's not funny. And when you saw the list of demands that particular group, or elements of that particular group gave the council, there was literally not one council-owned asset that fitted every single criteria they had. Not even the Municipal building."Number one on their list was flood-free land, or a flood-free property. And the Municipal building went underwater. Didn't get to the second floor, granted, but it still was affected by the flood, hence the major restoration work that got undertaken there."As a council, we've got to do the best thing, not only for those 46 community groups, but also for the 46,000 people that call the Lismore LGA home. And we've got to be accountable to our ratepayers. And my number one message, Jeri's number one message to the staff, to the organisation, is that word accountability. We have to take accountability for the decisions that we make and be responsible and financially responsible, because we have inherited an absolute mess of a council. That's no surprise to anyone, and we've got to turn a ship around whilst trying to recover from Australia's biggest natural disaster and build what I want to see is the greatest Regional Centre in New South Wales into the future and and therefore, we have to be responsible and accountable for the services we provide to the community groups that ask us for support."The key to understanding council's position when it comes to assets is the release of the Property Strategy. When will the community see that report?"The property strategy is something that I thought wasn't going to be this drawn out to be honest with you, if I can speak frankly about it. Clearly and again, I've mentioned earlier what we inherited when we were elected, these are the sorts of things that you think you should be able to go to a register and pull out every property that your organisation has possession of. Clearly, that's not the case. So, we're building this portfolio from the ground up. We're finding things out that we didn't even know that we owned, and so putting all of that together and then developing a strategy as to best use, again, takes a bit of time, and I know that there will be vocal critics saying that it's all about the conservatives privatising everything and whatever, and again, that's people's opinions, and they're entitled to them as a council."Again, I say that we have to be financially responsible, and we've got to be accountable to our 46,000 residents here. And if we're carrying 200 properties and we only need 65 of them, what are we hanging on to the other 135 for? There's certainly better use than Council mowing them every fortnight, or whatever the case may be, so to me, when we can actually find out exactly what we own, what those properties best uses are, then we can make a decision as an elected body to move forward and to put Council in a far better position in for the long term."Rail Trail v TrainsAnother controversial Council meeting topic was the rail trail versus the trains. At the last meeting council voted to not support the Northern Rivers Rail Limited in its attempts to bring back the trains."Again, I will say that council has a responsibility to their ratepayers. The State Government has responsibility for transportation, and that's why we have an organisation called Transport for New South Wales. That is their job. "Council can only do so much in this space, and I think I mentioned it in the council meeting when I spoke to this, I love the old steam trains I would love to see, and I use the example of Puffing Billy outside of Melbourne, which is a really big tourist attraction, and it runs on a 20 kilometre train line, or something like that. They have foot races once a year to try and beat Puffing Billy. It's really quite a good thing, and would I love to see that as a person, yes. As the mayor and as a councillor, is it the right thing to pursue? No, it's not. A state government shut down our rail line in the late 1990s I believe was the last XPT that came through Lismore. They're responsible for the transport corridor that facilitates the train line.""As the mayor, I'm a strong advocate to complete the rail trail from Lismore right through to Murwillumbah. It doesn't mean that I'm against trains, but I just cannot see the possibility of rebuilding that train line up to a safe standard that's financially viable. It's just not going to happen."Lismore AirportThis week, Ballina Council announced an extra Qantas Link flight leaving Ballina at 7:45am, getting into Sydney at 9:15am for business people who need to be in Sydney earlier for meetings. Does that mean Qantas are out as a potential airline for Lismore?"There are many regional airports that don't have a commercial carrier that is still viable. And again, I will refer back to one of the first points that I made during this podcast. These are the sorts of things that there have been opportunities in the past that have fallen by the wayside, and now this council is left to pursue those other opportunities. I am talking about potential public-private partnerships down the track, possibly. I'm talking about flight schools setting up in Lismore. Maintenance is a big thing with Archerfield now closed, and that was a big hub for private aviation maintenance."Ballina is now taking on more commercial flights, and good luck to Ballina. I wish them all the best. That certainly will make Lismore business people more accessible to the city, which is a good thing. But, there's private aviation companies down there that might be feeling the squeeze, that might look for a new home close to Ballina, and Lismore presents that option."These are only my opinions, and they're not an official Council position on this, but if we don't explore every opportunity to turn the airport around and make that a viable and sustainable business for the council, then we have to explore other options as to to the uses of that. At the moment, we're breaking down every business that council has. We've obviously gone through that with waste, and we've turned that around, from losing a million dollars a year to break-even, and then potentially making the council a little bit of money down the track. That's with the support of the state government."The airport's going to be another business that we're going to have to look at and see how we can generate income for our ratepayers down the track. And that's where you've got to think a little bit outside the box and get a bit creative. But there is money in aviation if you have the right people and the right business model."I know there are people out there that would love us to shut down the airport, and then what do we do with it? So there are opportunities if you explore the market and test the market, and I think when we're in that position, there will be more said about that."Lismore Waste: Cell 2B and Sewage Treatment PlantWill we see our waste dumped in Cell 2B this year, or will we need to continue trucking it to Queensland?"I believe we'll be using Cell 2B definitely before Christmas, which is exceptional work. As I said, a state government agency was put in charge of that, and there was no end date in sight. Council took that project on board, and I can't credit Council staff enough in the work that they're doing. We get slagged off a lot in council, but I tell you what, we are turning the ship, and our staff are kicking goals for this LGA like you wouldn't believe."We've just won a national procurement award, I think it was national, for the way that our flood recovery team has structured our roads and our land slips projects, it's an amazing thing that they've been able to achieve by bundling this all up, and it's saving state and federal taxpayers enormous amounts of money, to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars. That's been driven by Lismore Council staff."Cell 2B is another thing that, as I said, there was no end date in sight, the way it was tracking. Council staff took that project on board, and it'll be open before Christmas. For all the haters out there, dig a little bit deeper, and you'll see some amazing work going on. And Cell 2B is one of them. And, we're well on the way to doing great things at the waste facility."Council was in a battle with the state government over funding to fix the sewage treatment plant at Monaltrie."This is a tricky one. I am of the opinion that we shouldn't settle and you know, to me, Lismore deserves nice things, and it sounds very unusual to say a sewage treatment plan is a nice thing, but given where we've come from to where we want to go, I don't feel that Lismore council should roll over on this and just settle for what the state government wants to give us. I'm prepared to have a bit of a fight over this particular issue, given everything that was promised from the outset, and we've got all that documented."To me, I believe that the right thing to do is what was originally planned, and we'll be pushing as hard as we can to get the money that we need to build a sewerage treatment plant that Lismore doesn't want, it actually needs it."I met with the premier last week, we have a very strong relationship, and I can't emphasise enough the need that this regional centre needs the upgraded sewerage treatment plant. So, we'll continue our efforts to get the money that we need to get what we deserve for the city of Lismore."Deputy Mayor Jeri Hall makes the point that Lismore Council has saved the federal and state governments hundreds of millions of dollars through their procurement activities, but cannot get the money needed ( about $40-50 million) to fix the sewage treatment plant, not just for now, but for increased capacity into the future as Lismore's population grows.Mayor Krieg adds, "We can rebuild our sewerage treatment plant back to capacity from before the 22 flood, and it can sustain our current population and a certain percentage of growth. But what you get when you get people coming to Lismore, when you get people moving to the area, when you get people building is that you get that increased income to enable you to, if you have to, to take out a loan to increase the capacity. Then, you've got that capability of being able to pay down those debts in a short time, or you've already got the income in the bank that you can pay for those sorts of things."At the very least, we want to be able to rebuild our sewage treatment plant back to what it was, then we're able to accommodate the growth in and around SCU, the 400-odd lots on Military Road that is part of the Resilient Lands Program. But then we can also open up the Oliver Avenue development, and we can also look at other options in and around the LGA for that potential and future growth.""The reality is that our staff are working 16 hours a day. Things that should be automated are operated manually by our staff. And it's like that because of the instructions from very early on, just get the thing working. It's meeting EPA requirements. We don't know for how long, but we just need the backing of the state and federal governments to get this thing back to where it needs to be, and then we can accommodate the growth that, as a council, we need down the track.Eat The StreetJeri Hall, as the Deputy Mayor for Social Activities, as she was dubbed by the mayor, was looking forward to Eat The Street."Eat The Street is one of my favourite events in Lismore. We've actually pushed for the last couple of years to get it going again, and trying to work out what we can do to get some grant funds to get it going. It's just such a great time for the entire town."All the vendors, all the shops downtown, they get to open and trade, and the rides that the kids have, and all of the activities, like the circus people down the street that are doing tricks for the kids. It's just a really beautiful, wholesome family event that everybody can really sort of sink their teeth into and get behind."There's a lot of commentary at the moment about anti-social behaviour happening downtown, and it's activities like this that activate the CBD. Might I say, even Council moving back to the Municipal building might help to activate the CBD. It is on Saturday, the 15th of November, so make sure you have a tiny breakfast on the 14th, a tiny lunch and a tiny dinner, and make sure your bellies are very, very empty for the 15th, because I just like to eat my way around the street."You can listen to the full Talking Lismore podcast through the App or https://talkinglismore.buzzsprout.com/ through the website.

Minister for Veterans David Harris today announced that 27 war memorials across 25 local government areas are receiving nearly $250,000 in NSW Government funding for essential care to ensure the service and sacrifice of veterans are honoured across the state.The grants are awarded to councils, RSL sub-Branches and community groups in cities, regional towns and rural centres from Monaro to Lismore.The Anglican Parish of Lismore received $1,980 to assist with repairs to the stained-glass memorial windows in the Warrior Chapel of the Garrison Church of St Andrew. The windows completed in 2015 will receive upgrades to ensure the memorial can remain protected from the wet weather in northern NSW.Anglican Parish of Lismore coordinator Dr Ross Lehman said, “The Anglican Parish of Lismore greatly appreciates the $1,980 grant, which will be used to help repair the stained-glass memorial windows in the Warrior Chapel of the Garrison Church of St Andrew.“The top section of the central memorial window depicts a soldier overlooking Anzac Cove, and the bottom section displays two Australian flags, positioned over the Seven Point Star and framed by stylised images of wattle and the repairs will ensure that the surroundings of all of the memorial windows in the Warrior Chapel remain leak-proof from the many storms that occur in the Northern Rivers.”The South Grafton War Memorial Baths Gates received $14,210.75.Applications for the 2026/27 Community War Memorials Fund will open from April to June 2026.More information on the program and details on how to apply are available here: https://www.veterans.nsw.gov.au/heritage/community-war-memorials-fund.Minister for Veterans David Harris said, “I am proud that the Minns Labor Government is providing nearly $250,000 to assist with the conservation of 27 war memorials across NSW.“This crucial funding will be used to undertake important conservation work to strengthen our war memorials, ensuring they can continue to honour the service and sacrifice of all veterans who have served our communities.“Local communities across the state are rightly proud of their military history and the vital threads their war memorials weave into our cultural fabric, enabling us to reflect on over 100 years of our veterans’ service and sacrifice.“I want to encourage local communities to consider applying for the 2026 round of the community war memorial fund for any restoration work their memorials may need.”Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin said, “I welcome this funding to restore the striking stained glass windows in St Andrew's Warrior Chapel. The windows are a dignified tribute to those who served."Our war memorials are a significant part of the local history of our communities, and these grants ensure the service and sacrifice of our veterans is not forgotten.” 

The Bureau of Meteorology has extended its severe thunderstorm warning to Lismore and the northern parts of the Northern Rivers.An upper trough is triggering severe thunderstorms in an unstable environment this evening.Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Northern Rivers and across NSW. Safety adviceThe State Emergency Service advises that people should:* Move your car under cover or away from trees.* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.* Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire-affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks.* After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides.* Unplug computers and appliances.* Avoid using the phone during the storm.* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Showers and storms are the weather forecast for this weekend, with Saturday having the highest potential for a severe thunderstorm.The BoM has a wide 4mm to 35mm range for Saturday, which is an indication of the isolated storm activity in the afternoon or evening, with the threat of damaging winds and large hail.Sunday has a rainfall range of 0-4mm, with a possible afternoon thunderstorm, although it is not expected to be severe.The weather may have an effect on the opening night of the Lismore Speedway season at the showgrounds, especially if the thunderstorms arrive.Under new management, CBR Promotions, the season kicks off with the V8 Dirt Modifieds, AMCA Nationals, the Wingless Sprints, Junior Sedans and more.Racing will get underway earlier than previous seasons, 3pm, with the gates opening at 2pm.Tickets are $35 for adults, pensioners $30, teenagers $20, children (5-12) $10, children under 5 free, and a family pass (2 adults/2 kids) $85.MARKETSThe Lismore Farmers Markets get underway at the Lismore Showgrounds in North Lismore tomorrow morning at 7:30.Fresh fruit and veg, spices, knick-knacks and live music from Tapestry Road will be on show.ARTSThe Bulaan Buruugaa Ngai exhibition is on at the Lismore Regional Gallery at 11 Rural Street, Lismore, between 10 and 4pm on Saturday and Sunday until November 9.Nine ancestral woven objects held in the Australian Museum Collection are on display. The historic pieces stand alongside ten newly commissioned works by contemporary Bundjalung, Yaegl, Gumbaynggirr, and Kamilaroi artists.LIVE MUSICBrooklyn Handford is performing at the Northern Rivers Hotel in North Lismore for Halloween tonight from 6:30.Coming up:Outtawak at the Lismore Heights Sports Club on Saturday, November 8 from 6pm.Women Up North Spring Gala at the Lismore Workers Club: November 8 from 6pm. All proceeds go towards housing for women and children experiencing domestic violence or abuse.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 at the Lismore Workers Club.CHEAPEST FUEL PRICESFuel prices were steady across Lismore, Casino and Ballina, once again this week.Here is the list of the cheapest service stations:E10 is 176.9 at the EG on Diadem Street near Lismore Square and the Shell Reddy Express on Dawson Street, Lismore, 171.3 at The United on Johnston Street in Casino, and 165.5 at the Mobil and The Metro on River Street, Ballina.Unleaded 91 is 173.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road, 173.3 at The United on Johnston Street in Casino, and 167.5 at the Metro and the Mobil 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 179.5 at The Metro on River Street, Ballina.U98 is 190.9 at the Liberty on Ballina Road, Lismore, 193.5 at the two Independents on Hare and Centre Street in Casino, and 187.5 at The Metro on River Street in Ballina.Diesel is 178.9 at the Astron on Ballina Road and the Caltex on Leycester Street in Lismore, 181.9 is the price across most of Casino, and 185.5 at Metro and the Mobile on River Street in Ballina.Have a great weekend!Now, have a laugh with the Friday Funnies.....

Another sign of economic growth for Lismore after the 2022 floods was announced today by the NSW Government as the Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) looks to partner with developers to build Key Health Worker Accommodation near Lismore Base Hospital.Lismore is one of more than 20 Key Health Worker Accommodation projects in rural, regional and remote NSW across nine local health districts, as part of the Government’s $200.1 million program.The investment will support the building of new accommodation, refurbishment of existing homes, and the purchase of suitable properties such as residential units, with Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) now seeking development partners.The new accommodation is planned to include between 10 and 20 self-contained, flood-resilient, studio apartments close to Lismore Base Hospital, ensuring healthcare workers have access to fit-for-purpose, comfortable and convenient accommodation, which will help attract and retain essential healthcare staff to our region.NNSWLHD received $34.2 million as part of the program to deliver key health worker accommodation projects in Lismore as well as Grafton and Tweed.Interested parties can access the Request for Information through the BuyNSW platform.The new Lismore Key Health Worker Accommodation is expected to be completed by mid-2028.Minister for Health Ryan Park said, “The Minns Government is committed to ensuring regional health services have the workforce and infrastructure they need to provide quality care.“By providing fit-for-purpose, flood-resilient housing in Lismore, we’re removing one of the major barriers to attracting and keeping skilled health professionals in the region.“This investment will make a real difference to the sustainability of local health services and the community’s access to care.”NNSWLHD Chief Executive Tracey Maisey said, “NNSWLHD is looking forward to working with potential development partners to deliver high-quality and affordable accommodation.“We’re seeking innovative and community-minded partners to help us create modern, well-located housing to support our staff.“We know access to suitable accommodation can make all the difference in recruiting and retaining skilled staff, particularly in regional and remote areas.“We recognise the importance of this project to our staff and the broader community, and we’ll continue to provide updates as it progresses.”

The NSW Police Organised Crime Squad, together with NSW Health and the Australian Border Force, have charged four people and seized more than 18,000 vapes, 1.9 million illicit cigarettes, 74kg of loose-leaf tobacco and five unregistered firearms in a week of action targeting illicit tobacco on the Northern Rivers under Strike Force Franklin.Strike Force Franklin was established in December 2024 by State Crime Command’s Organised Crime Squad with the NSW Crime Commission (NSWCC), and with assistance from Australian Border Force (ABF), NSW Health, Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC), Queensland Police and Victoria Police.Strike Force Franklin is a NSW Police Force initiative designed to support a whole-of-government approach to tackling illicit tobacco across the state. The strategy focuses on identifying and disrupting the significant proceeds of crime generated within the illicit tobacco industry.Following extensive investigations, strike force detectives uncovered a network allegedly funnelling criminal profits through tobacconists selling illicit tobacco on the Far North Coast.Between Monday, 27 October and Thursday, 30 October 2025, strike force detectives and officers travelled to Mullumbimby where they coordinated a week of action.At 9am on Wednesday (29 October 2025), a 27-year-old man was arrested at a Mullumbimby storage shed and taken to Byron Bay Police Station.NSW Police State Crime Command’s Organised Crime Squad - with the assistance of Raptor North, Operation Utah, ABF and NSWCC - subsequently executed search warrants at three storage units and two homes at Mullumbimby.At the storage units, investigators seized 17,120 vapes, more than 1.8 million illicit cigarettes, and 62kg of loose-leaf tobacco. At the two homes, five unregistered firearms, $40,000 cash, mobile phones, electronic equipment and assorted illicit cigarettes and vapes were seized.Two men, aged 24 and 41 were arrested at the two Mullumbimby homes and taken to Byron Bay Police Station.The two men, aged 24 and 27, were each charged with possess more than 1000x commercial quantity of illicit vapes, deal with proceeds of crime and participate in a criminal group. They were both granted conditional bail to appear at Byron Bay Local Court on Monday, 24 November 2025.The 41-year-old man was charged with five counts of possess unregistered firearm. He was granted conditional bail to appear at Mullumbimby Local Court on Wednesday, 3 December 2025.About 5pm, a 40-year-old woman was arrested after attending Byron Bay Police Station. She was charged with possess more than 1000x commercial quantity of illicit vapes, two counts of deal with proceeds of crime and participate in a criminal group.She was granted conditional bail to appear at Byron Bay Local Court on Monday, 24 November 2025.NSW Health inspectors, together with NSW Police, carried out inspections of two premises, a Byron Bay tobacconist and a Tweed Heads convenience store, seizing 1,693 vapes, 89,746 illicit cigarettes and 11.5kg of loose-leaf tobacco.These inspections resulted in the seizure of illicit tobacco and illegal vapes with an estimated street value of $2,356,905.Detective Chief Superintendent Grant Taylor, Director of State Crime Command’s Criminal Organisations Directorate, said police will continue to target organised crime syndicates that profit from the sale of illicit tobacco or any other illegal commodity.“The sale of illicit tobacco across NSW is fuelling the rise in sophisticated crime networks both in our metropolitan centres and in regional towns.“That is why it is so important we work collaboratively with State and Federal agencies to stamp out these syndicates before they endanger local communities further,” Det C/Supt Taylor said.“Strike Force Franklin is just one example of this collaborative effort as we continue to tackle all levels of criminality that come from illicit tobacco.Illicit Tobacco and Vape Enforcement Commander Greg Dowse said the ABF and our partners will continue to apply pressure on the organised crime groups operating in the illicit tobacco market.“The ABF remains relentless in our pursuit of those networks pre-border, at the border and domestically, and will continue to disrupt these crime groups and their networks across the supply chain.”“This operation demonstrates the strength of our partnership with state and territory agencies across Australia; by combining our intelligence and operational capabilities, we are striking at the heart of the major criminal syndicates behind the illicit tobacco market, Commander Dowse said.Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant said, “This operation is a great example of the cooperation between State and Federal enforcement agencies to disrupt the supply of unlawful tobacco and vaping products and to protect public health.”“Retailers in NSW now face some of the toughest penalties in the country for the sale and commercial possession of illicit tobacco, including maximum penalties of $660,000 for an individual or $880,000 for a corporation.“Tobacco use remains one of the biggest factors contributing to premature death. I acknowledge it’s not always easy, but I encourage people who smoke to think about quitting both for themselves and for their loved ones.”Anyone with information that may assist investigations into organised criminal activity is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

Spring 2025 has provided such a mixed bag of weather.September was dry; only 14mm of rain fell at the Lismore airport. The water table actually moved to 'Below Average' for the first time in years.The water table remained below average even after 106.8mm fell in October (with one day to go), 69.6mm of that fell on Wednesday.The Bureau of Meteorology has released its long-term forecast; wet and warm weather is on the cards, as you would expect at this time of year.November has a 57% chance of above median rainfall (greater than 104.4mm) and a 23% chance of an unusually wet (greater than 174.1mm).The odds are high that we will experience a warmer median temperature (greater than 27.1 degrees), that is 71%, with a 26% chance of an unusually warm month (greater than 28.4 degrees).For the next three months, it is a similar forecast.Above median rainfall (greater than 397.2mm) is at 61%, while an unusually wet (greater than 572.3mm) for November, December and January is at 24%.Temperatures should be hot, with 68% saying above median (greater than 28.1 degrees), but the unusually warm percentage drops to 19% (greater than 29.1 degrees).You could sum that up by saying we will experience more of the same weather as we have had in the last week.As for this weekend's forecast, "Partly cloudy. Very high chance of showers, most likely in the afternoon and early evening. A thunderstorm likely, possibly severe with damaging winds, large hail and heavy rain, which may lead to flash flooding," is what the BoM is saying on their new website for Saturday.The range of rainfall is 1 to 20mm, so it will be hit and miss. It all depends on how lucky or unlucky you are.Sunday is a possible show or storm, with 0-2mm on the cards.If you are waiting for those warm sunny days to return, mark Wednesday on your calendar at this stage.

There was good news for the koala population in NSW, ACT and Queensland this week after the latest CSIRO National Koala Monitoring Program (NKMP) numbers were finally released, following a five-month delay.The $10 million NKMP project is being delivered by the CSIRO. Year 3 data showed koala numbers four (4) times higher than previously estimated.The latest data-driven estimate for the size of the listed (NSW, ACT, QLD) koala population is between 398,000 and 569,000.This estimate is substantially greater than previous NKMP estimates, arising from the incorporation of additional data from across a wider area and model improvements. The NKMP project also recruited the community to help with physically spotting and recording koala sightings.For clarification, these numbers are not necessarily an increase in the koala population, but a more accurate method of counting koalas through increased survey efforts.To give some perspective, the expert estimate in 2022 was that there were only 92,184 koalas in NSW, ACT and Queensland, with no national population estimate. The estimate was clearly on the low side.Three years later, there are more koalas nationally as well as in NSW, ACT and QLD.The latest population estimate for the unlisted koala population (VIC, SA) is between 303,000 and 381,000 individuals.This is also higher than previous NKMP estimates and varies for the same reasons as the listed population.The koala (combined populations of Queensland, New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory) was listed as endangered on 12 February 2022 by the now leader of the Federal Opposition, Susan Ley, when she was Minister for the Environment. The reason was because of drastically declining koala numbers, 180,000 along the east coast.Will the 'endangered species' be removed or downgraded to 'vulnerable'?A NSW Government spokesperson said, "This is good news for koalas, but they are still listed as endangered in NSW and remain under threat from habitat loss, climate change, disease, car strike and dog attacks. "The Great Koala National Park will protect one of the state’s most significant and healthy koala populations. But it’s also home to more than 100 threatened species, which are now protected." Clancy Barnard, Senior Forest Campaigner, Nature Conservation Council of NSW, said, "It’s great that CSIRO has secured proper funding and delivered a more accurate baseline for koala numbers. For the first time, we have a scientifically rigorous national estimate, and that’s worth celebrating. "The listing of koalas in NSW, ACT and QLD as endangered remains in place, and the species continues to face serious threats across their range, with habitat loss, logging and clearing major risks. "That’s why it’s critical that we continue to fight for the protection of key koalas' habitat from logging and habitat clearing. Both see the removal of the mature feed trees they rely on, destruction of the canopy connections they use to move safely, and fragmentation of their habitat, leaving them exposed to heat, dogs and cars."The East Lismore-based group, Friends of the Koala, was contacted for comment, but no response was received at the time of writing.The NKMP model will include data from the NSW Government, collected as part of efforts to collect baseline data on koala populations across the state, in the future. The next population update is anticipated to include more NSW data to help improve the confidence bounds of the estimate.These population estimates will provide a post-2022 listing baseline. The intention of the NKMP is to establish consistent data-driven modelling that will be able to track population trajectories over time.The next national koala population estimates are due in mid-2026. The intention is to provide population estimates at the regional level where sufficient data are available. Interim updates may also be released where appropriate.

A solicitor has been charged over an alleged inappropriate relationship and unauthorised access of an official computer system in Lismore. In September 2025, detectives attached to Richmond Police District commenced an investigation under Strike Force Jillberta into the alleged actions of a solicitor who failed to declare an inappropriate relationship. Following inquiries, investigators executed a search warrant at a Ballina home about 6.30am today (Thursday, 30 October 2025), seizing mobile phones, computers and documentation.The occupant, a 32-year-old woman, was arrested and taken to Ballina Police Station, where she was charged with three counts of holder of public office misconduct him or herself, two counts of access/modify restricted data held in computer, and hinder discovery evidence - serious indictable offence.Police will allege in court that the woman unlawfully accessed confidential information and had an inappropriate sexual relationship with an inmate.The woman was granted conditional bail to appear at Ballina Local Court on Thursday, 11 December 2025.

NORPA (Northern Rivers Performing Arts) has announced a region-wide season of its production of Prima Facie, Suzie Miller’s internationally acclaimed play that has gripped audiences from Sydney to the West End and Broadway. This searing and timely production will tour to six destinations across the Northern Rivers this summer. Written by Australian playwright Suzie Miller (RBG: Of Many One, Inter Alia) and starring acclaimed actor Matilda Ridgway (Belvoir’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time), Prima Facieis a fearless exploration of truth, power and justice. Combining sharp legal insight with raw emotional depth, the play exposes a system that continues to fail women seeking justice. Since its 2019 premiere, Prima Facie has become a global phenomenon, earning Olivier and Tony Awards for its West End and Broadway seasons. Under the direction of Heather Fairbairn, NORPA will stage its version of this internationally celebrated work to Northern Rivers audiences for the first time. “Prima Facie is a play that demands to be heard—it’s raw, urgent, and virtuosic. Sharing this story here, across our Northern Rivers community, feels powerful and necessary—a chance for us to sit together in the courage, the rage, and the possibility of change,” said Heather.An original NORPA production, Prima Facie will tour to Byron Bay, Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, Kyogle, Grafton and Lismore throughout February 2026 as part of The Village Circuit; NORPA’s new annual summer initiative connecting towns across the region through live performance.“The Village Circuitis NORPA’s new way of sharing theatre more widely. A summer tour that links our towns and centres through powerful, professional live performances,” said Julian Louis, NORPA Artistic Director. “The Village Circuit is about bringing exceptional theatre to the heart of the Northern Rivers, giving everyone the chance to experience world-class storytelling close to home.”“It’s our new summer offering: each year, a different production will travel through the region, creating a cultural trail that celebrates who we are, where we live, and how art can bring us together.2026 TOUR DATESByron Bay: Thursday 12 to Saturday 14 February at the Byron TheatreTweed Heads: Thursday 19 February at the Tweed Heads Civic CentreMurwillumbah: Friday 20 February at the Murwillumbah Civic CentreKyogle: Saturday 21 February at the Kyogle Memorial HallGrafton: Wednesday 25 February at the Saraton TheatreLismore: Friday 27 to Sat 28 February at the Star Court TheatreFor more information and to book tickets: norpa.org.au/events/prima-facie/.