The Northern Rivers Times Edition 179

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The Northern Rivers Times

December 14, 2023

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Free Diary helps local seniors know their rights

Janelle handing Ted a 2024 Legal diary

Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin MP says seniors can now pick up the Free 2024 Legal Aid Diary from her electorate office. “This is a very popular diary, full of tips for seniors about navigating the law from managing financial hardship to avoiding scams and resolving neighbour disputes.

“The diary is a trustworthy source of legal information about consumer rights as well as information about how to seek help if you have a complaint about a service. “It also includes health and wellbeing tips and money-saving advice. “The NSW Government is pleased to be able to provide the

free seniors diary and calendar because it is a handy one-stop-shop for legal information. “Seniors can pick up a copy of the free diary or calendar from my office at 55 Carrington Street, Lismore. “The diaries and calendars are also available at libraries across the electorate, but they do go quickly.

Experience the Magic of Christmas at Lismore Delights! Lismore comes alive in the days leading up to Christmas with Lismore Delights. Immerse yourself in the festive spirit and Back Lismore by enjoying free activities and events around the block on Saturdays, 16 and 23 December, from 10am to 3pm. Lismore Delights is a celebration of our community and culture. Join us and enjoy the vibrancy of Lismore’s arts and music scene, explore unique local shopping and food experiences, wander through cosmopolitan laneways and discover this amazing city nestled in the heart of the Northern Rivers. Bring your friends and family to the Lismore CBD and immerse yourselves in a day of festive activities. Extend your stay into the evening to bask

in the brilliant dining and entertainment experiences that Lismore has to offer, illuminated by sparkling Christmas lights and decorations. Everyone is invited to eat, shop and be merry at Lismore Delights. With renowned musicians and festive fun scattered throughout the city, join together to Back Lismore this Christmas! The Lismore Delights lineup includes: • Americana, country, rock band Hussy Hicks • Gomeroi/Maori singer/songwriter Blakboi • Folk,blues, soul & jazz singer/songwriter Kelly Brouhaha • Culture sharing with Ros Sten and Gilbert Laurie • ‘The Colours’ roving performers Roundabout Theatre

• Caroling songbirds Christmas Belles • Youth cultural dancers Widjabul Wia-bal Dance Group • Local good-vibe DJ The Who’s Who • Local old school hip hop DJ Beatdusta • Yoga, Craft and Storytelling plus other exciting activities for kids and grownups • Community orchestral sounds Lismore Concert Band • Surprise singalongs with The Flashbang Choir • Free Facepainting with Spotty Girl • Create your own Back Lismore tees and totes at a screen-printing station with Nedlands Studio. For updates on the Lismore Delights program and details on other ways to Back Lismore this Christmas, visit www.visitlismore. com.au.

TAFE NSW TEACHER OFFERS TOP SILLY SEASON TIPS TO NORTHERN RIVERS LOCALS TO KEEP PETS SAFE A TAFE NSW animal studies teacher has dished up the top tips to Northern Rivers locals to safeguard their beloved pets against illness and accidents during the festive season. It comes amid a nationwide boom in pet ownership, with Animal Medicines Australia reporting an estimated 30.4 million pets across the country, with 69 per cent of households now owning a pet, up from 61 per cent only two years ago. TAFE NSW Head Teacher of Animal Care Kathy Teall said with new pets being welcomed into many local homes as gifts this Christmas, and with the holiday season disrupting the routines of existing pets, there were some simple ways to ensure a stress-free holiday season for your furry friends. Her top tips include: • Keep pets away from your festive feast: Fatty meats can cause your pet life-threatening diseases

such as pancreatitis. Other foods that are safe for us to eat but are toxic to many pets include chocolate, raisins, some nuts, and a commonly used sugar substitute called xylitol. • Be tick aware: Paralysis ticks can cause serious illness and death in your beloved pet. Speak to your vet about the risks in your area and the best preventative measures. • Beat the heat: Pets are at high risk of heat stroke during the summer months. Make sure your pet has access to fresh, cool drinking water and shade at all times. Avoid exercising your pet during the hotter parts of the day. • Never leave your pet in the car: A car’s interior temperature will skyrocket in summer, even if you leave the windows open. This can cause heat stroke and death within a matter of minutes. • Know what’s normal for your pet: This is the most important tip as

it helps you recognise emergencies. Help your pet become comfortable with being examined by you so you can check their ears, eyes, mouth, paws and skin without them being concerned. Contact your vet if you notice changes in your pet’s appetite or behaviour. Ms Teall said for those attracted to a career in animal care, TAFE NSW was offering a host of courses in 2024 to ensure students could get the practical, in-demand skills and real-world experience to make a running start into the industry. “There’s such a high need for jobs like vet nurses, vet receptionists, pet groomers, animal attendants and kennel hands, and there will be an even higher demand for those jobs in future,” Ms Teall said. She said many TAFE NSW animal studies students secured work shortly after graduating, or even during their work placement.

ANIMAL INSTINCT: A TAFE NSW teacher has offered some timely tips for local pet owners this festive season.


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New Disability Sector Awards to offer cash boost to Advocates in NSW, QLD & VIC

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New research reveals how babies and toddlers are targeted with unhealthy foods

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Senate report includes Alliance proposals to address rural dental health care

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Parental guidance compulsory.

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CARAMILK CHRISTMAS CRACK

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CHRISTMAS STAR MINI TRIFLES

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CHRISTMAS ROCKY ROAD

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Electric Vehicle Bonanza: The EVs 2024

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Building approvals hit fve-month high but remain too low

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page 38

The ‘Big’ Things in NSW

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SunRice takes home Gold at the Australian Export Awards

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EPA inspects North Coast farms for pesticide practices

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Sluggish global milk supply growth and improving dairy prices expected in 2024

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Te Wheke-a-Muturangi: The Adversary Rising to the surface

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The Newest Christmas Film ‘Family Switch’

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pages 25-27

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page 24

Disabled workers disproportionately victims of wage theft

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Lismore Mayor Steve Krieg statement on Waste Review following rejection of Rescission motion

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Urgent NSW Government support needed as Richmond and Clarence Valleys face billion-dollar fre ant threat

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RESILIENT LISMORE ANNUAL REPORT 2023

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Northern NSW hospitals perform well through busy winter period

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pages 18-20

Don’t Despair! Northern Rivers Railway is Here!

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See the Tweed’s best Christmas displays: Council launches Festive Glow Guide

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page 17

Experience the Magic of Christmas at Lismore Delights!

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Free Diary helps local seniors know their rights TAFE NSW TEACHER OFFERS TOP SILLY SEASON TIPS TO NORTHERN RIVERS LOCALS TO KEEP PETS SAFE

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NRAR’s Compliance Check: Ensuring Water Regulation Adherence on Far North Coast Farms

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Have your say: Council’s plan to manage Anchorage Island Harbour

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page 14

Young, upcoming flm makers The Macfarlane brothers selected as ambassadors for the AACTA Festival

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pages 12-14

Keeping kids safe online during school holiday time

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pages 10-11

Christmas in Wonderland at the Bowlo

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pages 8-9

Senate Committee to Probe Major Supermarket Market Power and Grocery Prices

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Hunt on for aquatic life using eDNA in North Coast rivers

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This fruitcake is a winner

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Building Momentum for Christmas

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Keep an eye out for nesting sea turtles on Northern Rivers beaches

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Pacific Coast and Gulgangali Jarjums Christian Schools Spread Christmas Joy at Tweed River Care Community.

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Great achievements in 2023 for Resilient Lismore

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Watch out for hidden fire risks during the holiday season

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New place for kids to venture in Ballina

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See the Tweed’s best Christmas displays

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