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Fish kills occurring in waterways from Ballina to Crescent Head

Thousands of dead fish and other aquatic animals have washed ashore across the NSW Northern Rivers as floodwaters surge through the catchment.

Dead fish washed up on the banks of the Richmond River at Ballina.

Published:23h agoTue 18 Mar 2025 at 2:28amSource:ABC North CoastTopic:FishbyCathy Adams

NSW records 'really bad year for murder' in 2024

Jackie Fitzgerald, executive director at NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, said the number increase was "unusually high".

Emergency services at Westfield Bondi Junction after multiple people were killed

Published:YesterdayTue 18 Mar 2025 at 12:25amSource:ABC NewsTopic:HomicidebyJesse Hyland andJean Kennedy

Coffin weavers create a loving last goodbye using invasive vine

Coffin weaving workshops teach people how to make an alternative to traditional wooden caskets to suit their loved ones while helping the environment at the same time.

Published:22h agoTue 18 Mar 2025 at 3:19amSource:ABC North CoastTopic:Death and DyingbyHannah Ross

Nut farmer cops $800,000 hit as first crop floored in wild weather

Horticulture businesses were some of the hardest hit with strong winds causing widespread damage in orchards.

Flood water covering the majority of a young pecan nut plantation.

Published:MonMon 17 Mar 2025 at 6:21amSource:ABC RuralTopic:Horticulture IndustrybyKim Honan

MLC says abortion policy a 'terrible mess' at NSW public hospitals

The NSW government is asked to explain what it is doing to guarantee and enhance access to abortions at public hospitals after temporary bans at some regional hospitals.

A woman stands with her hands clasped staring at the camera

Published:SunSun 16 Mar 2025 at 7:52pmSource:ABC Central WestTopic:AbortionbyJoanna Woodburn

Byron Norfolk Pines go as arborists work through ex-Cyclone backlog

Arborists face a huge backlog of jobs in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, as fallen trees litter the landscape.

A seat around a tree that has been cut down and lies in the background.

Published:FriFri 14 Mar 2025 at 9:44pmSource:ABC North CoastTopic:CyclonesbyBruce MacKenzie

A look back at the aftermath of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred

Approaching slowly and hitting hard, Cyclone Alfred wreaked havoc across south-east Queensland and northern NSW — and then the recovery began.

Kids in Bluey pjs examine a flooded road, road signs in the background

Published:FriFri 14 Mar 2025 at 9:10pmSource:ABC NewsTopic:CyclonesbyWill Murray

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Lismore emerges from Cyclone Alfred

Lismore was scene of devastating flooding in 2022 and one of the many towns bracing itself as now ex Tropical Cyclone Alfred was approaching.

Duration: 8 minutes 47 seconds m

Source:ABC Radio NationalTopic:Disasters, Accidents and Emergency Incidents

Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred downgraded

Cyclone Alfred has been downgraded to a tropical low but the rain, flooding and wind and beach erosion are still severe.

A wide shot of people filling up sandbags in a carpark. You can see that the ground is covered in water and the sky is grey

Duration: 8 minutes 27 seconds m

Source:ABC Radio NationalTopic:Cyclones

How to relieve pressure in your house during Cyclone Alfred

Handy tips for windows, doors and pressure in your house from a cyclone expert.

A man standing outside the house with his hand brushing top side of a window

Duration: 9 minutes 51 seconds m

Source:ListenTopic:CycloneswithBridie Tanner

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Heavy rain has caused flooding in Lismore.

Footage shows Zadoc Street and Dawson Street in Lismore flooded due to heavy rainfall in the area.

Floodwaters cover an entire street in Lismore

Duration: 2 minutes 8 seconds m8 s

Source:ABC News

Recovery response to ex-Cyclone Alfred turns to regions

The NSW SES has wound down its response to Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred as waters recede around urban centre, while recovery efforts in regions and on farmland are in full swing.

Regional Alfred Recovery: farmer walk along his flooded crops

Duration: 1 minute 54 seconds m54 s

Source:ABC News

Impact of ex-cyclone lingers in parts of Northern NSW

While many Northern Rivers communities move into recovery from ex-tropical Cyclone Alfred, towns like Coraki and Lismore are still handling floodwaters.

Northern Rivers impact lingers: aerial shot of houses near a brown flood plain.

Duration: 2 minutes 18 seconds m18 s

Source:ABC News

Wardell river swells as ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred lashes northern NSW

The Byron Street boat ramp in East Wardell is inundated amid heavyrain from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

Duration: 20 seconds s

Source:ABC News

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This 3D model reveals the scale of sand swallowed by 'monster' cyclone swell

Drones show just how much sand has been swallowed up by the ocean in the aftermath of Cyclone Alfred's storm surges. How long will this erosion last?

Source:Digital Story Innovation TeamTopic:CyclonesbyMark Doman,Jack Fisher,Alex Palmer,Thomas Brettell andMargaret Burin

Selfie with PM then back to work for SES

Lismore SES crew leader Neville Graham asked for a "personal selfie" with the prime minister, then got back to work protecting homes.

Source:ABC NewsTopic:FloodsbyJosh Robertson

The city that's spent 60 years effectively rebuilding a rail line it ripped up

Melbourne's failure to build a train line to its international airport could be a little humiliating, but Queensland has been rebuilding a line it ripped up in the 1960s.

The old South Coast rail line can be seen from above, running through Coolangatta.

Source:StatelineTopic:Urban Development and PlanningbyNicholas McElroy andBern Young

'Despicable' online ghost stores cash in on Byron Bay vibe, locals say

Many businesses trade off the Byron Bay brand, but when the product has nothing to do with the iconic location, angry locals are left with few options.

A surfer rides a wave in front of homes beneath a lighthouse

Source:ABC North CoastTopic:Consumer ProtectionbyElloise Farrow-Smith andJulie Ray

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Queensland sets up Sheffield Shield final against South Australia

Queensland's draw with South Australia will be enough to secure the Bulls a spot in the Sheffield Shield final if other results fall their way.

South Australia batters and Queensland fielders shake hands

Source:ABC NewsTopic:Cricket

The Socceroos know “the game owes you nothing”

Four games. That's how many fixtures Tony Popovic has been allowed to coach in the five months since he took over as Socceroos manager. In the next week, he has two more against lowly Indonesia and China.

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic stands with his arms folded at training.

Duration: 14 minutes 15 seconds m

Source:ListenTopic:Sport

Piastri's papaya rules quandary

One of Oscar Piastri's great strengths is his lack of emotion, so it was telling that the Australian could not hide his disappointment at blowing his chance in Melbourne.

Oscar Piastri, in his racing suit and cap, looking towards the sky

Duration: 14 minutes 48 seconds m

Source:ListenTopic:Sport

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Wallabies star's injury poses 'what if' scenario ahead of Lions series

An injury to Fraser McReight doesn't appear as serious as first thought, but it raises the question of whether the Wallabies have sufficient depth to take down the British and Irish Lions, writes Luke Pentony.

Fraser McReight holds his injured shoulder.

Source:ABC NewsTopic:Rugby Union

NSW News

Sarah Abu Lebdeh leaves court after being charged over threats to Israeli patients

NSW nurse Sarah Abu Lebdeh leaves court after being charged over a video conversation with an Israeli content creator that included threats to Israeli patients.

Duration: 1 minute 1 second m1 s

Source:ABC News

Sydney nurse shielded by men in hoodies leaving first court appearance

Ahmad Rashad Nadir, 27 and Sarah Abu Lebdeh, 26, were charged over a video where they allegedly made threats to Israeli patients.

A woman surrounded by men wearing sunglasses and hoodies

Duration: 1 minute 1 second m1 s

Source:ABC NewsTopic:CourtsbyJamie McKinnell

Queensland sets up Sheffield Shield final against South Australia

Queensland's draw with South Australia will be enough to secure the Bulls a spot in the Sheffield Shield final if other results fall their way.

Source:ABC NewsTopic:Cricket

Calls for free dental care for seniors as hospitalisations surge

The Australian Dental Association is calling on the government to fund a seniors dental benefits scheme to help older Australians as hospitalisations surge.

Duration: 2 minutes 38 seconds m38 s

Source:ABC NewsTopic:Health

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Tracie was looking for her dad on Facebook but found something better

When Tracie Laymon tried to track down her estranged father, the man she found wasn't actually her dad, but he became the father figure she always yearned for. So, she made a movie about it.

Barbie Ferreira and John Leguizamo sit across a table from each other in a diner.

Published:5m agoWed 19 Mar 2025 at 1:45amSource:ABC EntertainmentTopic:MoviesbyStephen A Russell Stephen A Russell

What does nine months in space do to the human body?

Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are back on Earth after nine months in space. Now they're facing weeks of rehabilitation so they can resume their lives on the ground.

Duration: 2 minutes 16 seconds m16 s

Published:10m agoWed 19 Mar 2025 at 1:40amSource:ABC NewsTopic:Space ExplorationbyGeorgie Hewson

Two men found guilty over multi-million-dollar gold toilet heist

The 18-carat solid-gold toilet was on display for just two days at an English palace before it was stolen under the cover of darkness.

Duration: 54 seconds s

Published:22m agoWed 19 Mar 2025 at 1:28amSource:ABC NewsTopic:CrimebyCharmayne Allison

Customers snub cafes, restaurants as spending tightens

With a record number of hospitality sector closures last month, small businesses are fighting to find ways to keep customers coming through their doors.

A woman in an apron with red hair tied back and bright blue eyes looks solemnly into camera behind a cafe counter.

Published:24m agoWed 19 Mar 2025 at 1:25amSource:ABC NewsTopic:Small BusinessesbyBrianna Melville

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Fish kills occurring in waterways from Ballina to Crescent Head

NSW records 'really bad year for murder' in 2024

Coffin weavers create a loving last goodbye using invasive vine

Nut farmer cops $800,000 hit as first crop floored in wild weather

MLC says abortion policy a 'terrible mess' at NSW public hospitals

Byron Norfolk Pines go as arborists work through ex-Cyclone backlog

A look back at the aftermath of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred

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Lismore emerges from Cyclone Alfred

Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred downgraded

How to relieve pressure in your house during Cyclone Alfred

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Heavy rain has caused flooding in Lismore.

Recovery response to ex-Cyclone Alfred turns to regions

Impact of ex-cyclone lingers in parts of Northern NSW

Wardell river swells as ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred lashes northern NSW

This 3D model reveals the scale of sand swallowed by 'monster' cyclone swell

Selfie with PM then back to work for SES

The city that's spent 60 years effectively rebuilding a rail line it ripped up

'Despicable' online ghost stores cash in on Byron Bay vibe, locals say

Australia Votes: Your Vote, Your Say

Here are your 2024 Takeover Lismore winners

Local news direct to your inbox

Download our free ABC listen app

Queensland sets up Sheffield Shield final against South Australia

The Socceroos know “the game owes you nothing”

Piastri's papaya rules quandary

Wallabies star's injury poses 'what if' scenario ahead of Lions series

Sarah Abu Lebdeh leaves court after being charged over threats to Israeli patients

Sydney nurse shielded by men in hoodies leaving first court appearance

Queensland sets up Sheffield Shield final against South Australia

Calls for free dental care for seniors as hospitalisations surge

Tracie was looking for her dad on Facebook but found something better

What does nine months in space do to the human body?

Two men found guilty over multi-million-dollar gold toilet heist

Customers snub cafes, restaurants as spending tightens

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