
First tonight, police are investigating the seventh armed robbery on the coast in just a fortnight.
The latest, a bowling club where workers were held at knife point by a group of four men.

For oyster farmers, the rivers in which they operate are the lifeblood of their industry.
Now, local growers are banding together, to ensure their rivers stay healthy, well into the future.

Reducing the hospitalisation rate for asthma is the focus of a new health campaign.
If you suffer from asthma ...from today your local GP can refer you to a special infoline, where experts will provide you with help and advice.

A sawn off shot gun was the weapon of choice at a second armed hold up at a service station further north.
Two males with their faces covered terrorized the lone staff member and demanded money.

As Australians grow more concerned with the number of foreign companies buying up our land, another Aussie company is being merged with a Chinese conglomerate.
Once the deal is complete, the foreign company will have an interest in seven mines in N

A 20 year moratorium has been put on the development of any new dams in the Tweed Shire.
A decision that raised doubt over the region's future water security.

Finally tonight - The Bald Archy's is an irreverent look at our politicians and other leading lights.
Now the popular exhibition is touring the state

Coffs Harbour MP Andrew Fraser is hinted at resigning over a bungled department of housing contract.
St Hilliers' construction arm today went into voluntary administration, after taking over from Perle Constructions in February.

Lismore City believe they still have what it takes, to take out this year's Far North Coast Rugby Union comp.
The boys are currently sitting second bottom on the ladder.

Take a look at how you're sitting right now...
Are you sitting straight or hunched over?
How you sit can affect your overall health, take years off your life and even make you fat.

A local boy has returned home from a national golfing tournament with a top ten placing.
But he has his sights sets far higher.

NAPLAN tests got underway at schools across the country today.
But they've been overshadowed, after the NSW Teachers' Federation announced its members will strike this Friday.

Local craft brewers are raising their glasses in celebration of the Government's decision to increase the excise tax rebate.
Microbreweries say it's the relief they've been fighting for.

The Murwillumbah Mustangs have continued their good form this season, with a win over Ballina.
Despite leading at halftime the Seagulls just couldn't keep up the attack.

Across Australia tonight more than 300,000 people are struggling with an addiction to gambling.
Many won't seek help.
But one woman is proving you can get past it, and is raising awareness to help others.
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