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Community co-operation
In the last couple of weeks, there have been two incidents where people required assistance. The community immediately stepped up because outside resources are just too far away ... It is proof that when you are concerned with the way things are, the best action is to take action. If we continue to up-skill ourselves and to share the knowledge, we can take care of our own. The fact that we are at least two hours from other resources highlights the importance that we know our town and we know each other.
Australia’s first one-stop hemp masonry hub
Nimbin, often regarded as Australia’s heart of alternative living and sustainability, is about to mark another significant milestone with the opening of HempScape Constructions, the country’s first dedicated one-stop for all things hemp masonry. Located next to the iconic Bush Theatre, HempScape is the brainchild of Andrew Kavasilas, a pioneer in the Australian hemp industry who has long been at the forefront of the hemp movement in Australia.
Ley exits with grace and dignity
Member for Farrer for the past 25 years, Sussan Ley has announced her exit from politics with grace and dignity after losing to Angus Taylor in a Liberal Party leadership spill 34-17 on Friday ... "I will be spending the next couple of weeks thanking the amazing people of Farrer, and expressing my gratitude to them, for the honour of representing them for 25 years."
The Riverine Grazier, 18 February 2026
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Who will pay? A decade on, sewerage and water budget for three villages has blown to $36million
A feasibility study in 2014 looked at the cost of bringing a sewerage system to three of Kyogle’s villages — Tabulam, Wiangaree and Mallanganee. The Three Villages Water/Sewer Update report is back on the Kyogle Council agenda ... Mayor Danielle Mulholland said, “We’ve been talking about this for a long time.”
The fight for Farrer unfolds
The Farrer by-election, triggered by the resignation of former Liberal leader Sussan Ley in February 2026, is shaping up to be a highly contested race. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has weighed in, commenting on what he described as the "chaos" within the Liberal Party... Speaking at the NSW Labor Country Conference in Orange on Saturday (February 14, 2026), the Prime Minister took a jab at the new Liberal leadership.
Binda Picnic Races, 14 March 2026
Crookwell and District Amateur Picnic Race Club
The Binda Picnic Races are a cherished annual country picnic race meet held in the charming town of...
AI. Friend or foe? An insider’s perspective
The rapid expansion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across society in the past few years has both its benefits, and downfalls, which could change the way our communities are today. The Clarence Valley Independent spoke to a Northern River’s based tech expert, who is a husband, father, and computer programmer, about the explosion in society of AI.
Mentoring program supports profitable regenerative farming across the Tweed
Tweed Shire Council will soon open applications for the next round of its Profitable Regenerative Farming Mentoring Program, with local farmers invited to learn more at an information session on 26 February. The peer-to-peer program pairs experienced regenerative farmers with emerging landholders to strengthen farm profitability while improving soil health, waterways and biodiversity.
Top bird photos of the year
The Central Coast Group of Birding NSW has announced the winners of its 2025 Photographic Competition. "There were 70 photos entered in the competition from 22 photographers," spokesperson Allan Benson said. "The standard was very high but the winners were standouts."
Health, water security and safer roads topics dominate mayoral summit
Regional local government councils including Narrandera came together again for the eighth annual Cootamundra Mayoral Summit hosted by the Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke this week. Ms Cooke said it was clear that health, water security and safer roads remained top priorities right across the electorate
Idyllic day shattered by freak accident
A picturesque barbie boat ride almost turned to tragedy for mother of 3, Leitchville dairy farmer Stephanie Dehne ... Their plan was to boat upstream from Murrabit and enjoy lunch at the Royal Hotel Barham before a lazy afternoon return journey, but things quickly escalated into a life-or-death race against the clock.
The housing crisis: could tiny homes be the solution?
Ivona Rose. Interest in tiny homes is increasing on the Central Coast and across Australia, driven by soaring house prices, lack of housing availability, shifts toward sustainable living, downsizing, dwindling available land, and the growth of short-stay rentals like Airbnb ... Can tiny homes play a meaningful role in affordable housing, and where can people locate them?
The Koondrook and Barham Bridge Newspaper, 12 February 2026
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