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Cattle sales at the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange in Casino topped $1 million on Wednesday, 7 October 2026. Steers achieved the highest price per kilogram, peaking at 658.2 cents. Official figures show 801 cattle sold by weight across 398 lots, generating $1,023,467.82. Cows produced the largest category turnover at $364,929.60, while steers generated $292,278.86. Three heifers were also sold on a per-head basis.
Two men have been refused bail after police allege a 71-year-old woman was pushed to the ground and robbed outside a licensed premises in Casino. The attack allegedly happened on Jabiru Lane at about 10.45pm on Wednesday, 14 October. Paramedics treated the woman at the scene for grazing and bruising. Police arrested two men, aged 21 and 31, at a home on McDougal Street on Friday, 16 October. Laine Toohey, 21, and Tyrone Williams, 31, have been charged with aggravated robbery and robbery in company. Williams also faces domestic violence charges.
Dick Beattie, known as Dick, has died aged 94. He spent 35 years in education, including as principal of Casino High School, before retiring in 1989. Dick and his wife Leila were active in community life for more than 30 years. He was a life member of Apex and the Casino Lions Club, and in 2003 received a Melvin Jones Fellowship. He was named Richmond Valley Citizen of the Year in 2009. Funeral details are yet to be announced.
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Get the appRichmond Valley Council has recommended 11 projects for heritage grants totalling $25,090 from its 2026 program. The largest is the restoration of the front facade of an art deco building at 83 Walker Street, Casino, estimated to cost $133,000. It has been recommended for a grant of $11,500, above the usual cap of $2000, under the council's adopted framework. Other recommended projects are in Casino, Coraki and Woodburn. Councillors will vote on the list at the council meeting at Casino Chambers at 6pm on Tuesday, October 20.
Coles has installed a wheel-locking system on its trolleys at its Casino store in mid-September. The system stops trolleys at a boundary set by the supermarket. Casino residents had long asked for the measure. Two years ago, Ben West said he and a friend had collected more than 60 shopping trolleys from the Richmond River since 2014, many of them from Coles. A Coles spokesperson said the company regularly reviews its trolley management and considers local feedback. Coles did not explain why it decided to fit the system at this time.
Two men have been charged with aggravated robbery after a 71-year-old woman was pushed to the ground and her handbag stolen outside a licensed premises in Casino. Police were called to Jabiru Lane at 10.45pm on Wednesday, October 14. The woman suffered grazes and bruising and was treated by paramedics. Police arrested a 31-year-old and a 21-year-old at a home in McDougal Street on Friday, October 16. Both men were refused bail and appeared in court on Saturday, October 17.
Casino VRA Rescue Squad was called to a Casino property at 6.30pm on Thursday, October 15, to help a man whose wedding ring was stuck on his swollen finger. The ring, believed to be tungsten or titanium, could not be removed by usual methods. Rescue operators used specialist tools to break the ring and take it off. The man was checked afterwards and given the all clear. The squad said precision, timing and patience can matter more than big tools in some jobs.
The 50th Rockhampton Brangus Sale saw 202 of 218 bulls sell, with an average of $15,347 and a 93 per cent clearance rate. The top price of $110,000 was paid by Paul and Catherine Mackenzie of Arizona, Dingo, for Gunnadoo Park Quickstep, a bull bred by Jeff Parker of Gunnadoo Park, Manilla, NSW. The Mackenzies plan to use the bull to breed future sires for their commercial operation. Buyers came from across Queensland and into NSW, with Westmoor Pastoral Co of Injune taking the largest order of 10 bulls.
Police are appealing for help to find Wally Drew, 27, who is wanted on outstanding warrants for car theft and police pursuit offences. Richmond Police District describes him as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander in appearance, about 165cm tall, of thin build, with long curly black hair and brown eyes. He is known to frequent the Casino area. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact Richmond Police District or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Almost 75,000 HSC students sat their English exam today, the first of 123 exams running over the next four weeks. The final exam, physics, is on November 5, and results will be released on December 16. Education Minister Prue Car urged students to rest well and give their best effort. NSW Education Standards Authority chief executive Paul Martin said the written exam period is one of the largest public exam operations in the southern hemisphere.
Police are investigating after a 53-year-old man was found dead on a rural property at Drake, about an hour west of Casino, on the NSW Far North Coast. Emergency services were called about 11.30pm on Saturday. Bystanders tried to revive him before police and paramedics took over, but he could not be saved. Police believe the man, from Nimbin, was among a group attending a bush doof at the property. A crime scene has been established and investigations are ongoing.
A 22-year-old man was rushed to Lismore Base Hospital after his Holden ute collided with a tree on Barker Street, Casino, at 2am Sunday. Emergency crews attended the scene, where paramedics stabilised the driver before transport. His condition was listed as serious but stable. The incident occurred as Sewing Basket inaugurated its first regional store in Casino. Police confirmed the crash details but did not disclose further information.
The Sewing Basket has opened its first shop outside Sydney in Casino, on the New South Wales north coast. Achieve chief executive Jo-Anne Hewitt cut the opening ribbon. Achieve is a not-for-profit disability support provider that came to the Northern Rivers in 2016. Hewitt said the shop aims to be a community space, with workshops and guest artists planned for next year. The shop is at The Chambers, 98 Walker Street, and accepts donations.
Jennifer Baker from Spring Grove won Champion Rose at the Casino Show with a single red rose she grew. She said she feeds her roses cow manure and plenty of water. Judging of cakes, flowers, vegetables, photos, art and plants took place at the showground pavilion today. The show opens at 9am tomorrow, Saturday, October 10. Visitors can enjoy cake, scones and tea served by Casino CWA Day branch members, along with a tug of war, pie eating competition, goats, horse jumping and a jumping castle for children.
Thieves have stolen the heavy grey door from a toilet at the Mallanganee Observatory, taking the hinges as well. Resident Neville O’Malley, who cleans the toilets every second day, said the theft happened between October 21 and October 23. Police have been notified. Kyogle Council said the cost of replacing the door will depend on whether insurance covers it. The council said these thefts harm ratepayers, who must fund replacements or pay higher insurance premiums. Residents have asked for a live webcam or CCTV to monitor the site.
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Get the appChildren and their parents and grandparents gathered at KMI Hall in Kyogle on Sunday, October 25, after the teddy bears picnic was moved from Amphitheatre Park due to rain. Families sat on rugs with their teddies while the Kyogle Lions Club served a free sausage sizzle. Activities included face painting, box building, clay play, songs led by Jurassic Joe, and book readings. Ice cream was also served. Kyogle Council hosted the event.
An Aboriginal community health service in Lismore has opened a new flood-resilient building. Rekindling the Spirit was severely affected by the 2022 floods. The $4.4 million facility was funded by the Australian and NSW governments and will restore health, mental health, counselling and social support services. A separate $2.4 million grant is rebuilding the service's existing site, with works due for completion later this year. Federal Emergency Management Minister Kristy McBain said the facility marks a major recovery milestone.
Rekindling the Spirit, an Aboriginal health service hit hard by the 2022 floods, has opened a new flood-resilient building in Lismore. The $4.4 million facility will offer health, mental health, counselling and social support services that were disrupted by the floods. Funding came from the Australian and NSW governments through the Aboriginal Owned Assets Program. A separate $2.4 million grant is rebuilding the service's existing site on Uralba Street, which is due to finish later this year. Chief executive Chris Binge said the project represents more than 35 years of advocacy by the Widjabul Wia-bal community.
An 88-year-old woman has died in hospital after she was struck by a car in Pyree, in the NSW Shoalhaven region. Police were called to Pyree Lane at about 1:45 pm on Saturday, 24 October, after reports of a pedestrian being hit. Paramedics treated the woman at the scene before she was flown to St George Hospital in a critical condition. Police were told on Sunday, 25 October, that she had died. The 43-year-old driver returned a negative result on a roadside breath test and was taken to Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital for mandatory testing.
A whale calf carcass has washed ashore at Malabar Beach in Sydney, the third landing spot for the same animal. Randwick Council workers moved the remains up the sand, roped off the area and closed the beach on Tuesday. Council said strong currents moved the carcass from Lurline Bay and that it will be removed and disposed of on Tuesday 27 October. Earlier, Coogee and Maroubra beaches were shut after the carcass became stuck against rocks at Lurline Bay.
Kiama Community Radio is hosting Blues in the Night, a fundraising event on Saturday 7 November at Kiama Leagues Club. The station, run by volunteers, is seeking support to fund its equipment, technology and facilities. Headliner Frank Sultana will perform alongside Shane Flew and Matt Ross, and Jr and the Jewel-Tones, which includes Kiama musician Dave Shaw. Doors open at 5 pm. Tickets cost $50, or $40 for station members, plus a booking fee. Every ticket sold supports the station, which has operated since 2020.
Police are searching for a man in a balaclava after a suspected arson attack on a house in Abbotsford, in Sydney's inner west. Four people were taken to hospital. An 88-year-old woman was rescued by a 49-year-old man who climbed a ladder. A neighbour confronted the man while he was allegedly setting the house alight. Police believe he fled in a red Holden Astra and had suffered burns. About 40 firefighters attended the blaze, which spread to an adjoining house.
Mini has unveiled the Lucky 13 Edition, an Australian-exclusive limited-run model based on the John Cooper Works three-door hatch. It honours the 1966 Bathurst 500 victory by Rauno Aaltonen and Bob Holden in a factory-backed Morris Mini Cooper S. The special edition's name comes from Mr Holden drawing number 13 from a hat and adopting it as his lucky number. Design cues include white bonnet stripes, a white roof and circular 13 decals. Just 26 cars will be built for Australia, with arrival expected in the first quarter of 2027. Pricing starts at $71,990 before on-road costs.
Will Lee has served 56 years with the NSW Rural Fire Service, which he began after helping fight a major fire in the northern Illawarra in 1968. He joined the Austinmer Bushfire Brigade in 1970 and went on to hold several leadership roles, including Group Captain. He was recognised with a National Medal with a fourth clasp at a recent ceremony, where his daughter Belinda Lee also received a 40-year Long Service Medal. Will now focuses on training young firefighters. He says the job of an old firefighter is to teach young firefighters to become old firefighters.