Council closes the door to talks on land deal for Ballina Central Shopping Centre expansion
A proposal linked to a future expansion of Ballina Central Shopping Centre has been rejected by Ballina Shire Council, with councillors refusing to enter any further discussions that might allow private development on adjoining land.
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Help finally coming for older locals stuck waiting for care
Australia’s largest home-care provider opens a new Ballina hub as 2,000 locals wait for support
Mayor gets tick of approval from Minister ahead of crucial rate rise meeting
Minister Ron Hoenig praises Ballina Shire’s leadership as councillors prepare for a final decision on a proposed 26 percent rate rise.
House destroyed in Kerr Street fire, suspected lithium battery blaze
A Kerr Street home has been destroyed in a suspected lithium battery fire, with hazmat teams and traffic controllers called as the road remains closed.
UPDATE: Police arrest man after stabbing in Cumbalum
UPDATED - Officers injured, man critical, second arrested following stabbing at Cumbalum
Councillor warns of “misunderstandings” driving backlash to rate rise
Calls for clarity as Special Rate Variation debate intensifies ahead of December vote.
Marine Rescue Ballina honours volunteers with highest service award
Marine Rescue Ballina has honoured three long-serving volunteers with Life Membership, recognising more than seven decades of service protecting local boaters.
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Has the Minns Government quietly killed off the Dunoon Dam?
Shock and frustration after dam disappears from water review – with Ballina most exposed
‘We’re Sitting Ducks’: Fear Grows as Fugitive Keeps Slipping Through Police Net
A Ballina mother of two says she has spent nearly a month sleeping with the lights on, terrified that a man fitting the description of wanted fugitive Ochre Wood will return to her rural property.
Riot Squad Support Call Out as Media Removed from Closed-Door Ballina Crime Meeting
A closed-door crime meeting in Ballina revealed riot squad–trained officers may be deployed as rural thefts and street crime escalate.
61-Year-Old Disabled Woman Bashed in Broad Daylight on Kerr Street
A 61-year-old disabled woman was pulled from her tricycle and assaulted in broad daylight on Kerr Street. Her family is frustrated no charges have been laid
Popular local TV newsreader farewelled as Nine cuts deepen
A popular NBN News presenter has been farewelled after 16 years, continuing a pattern of job losses across Nine as traditional media faces growing digital competition.
Farmers Fed Up With Crime Raids Bring Officials Together for Crisis Talks
A rise in organised rural crime has prompted an invitation-only meeting between farmers, police and officials, ahead of a broader public meeting to brief the community.
Two World Records Made in Ballina’s Babes on Bikes Rally
By Pauline Armour Ballina was transformed into a sea of colour and chrome on
I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar! Ballina Gears Up for World Record Motorcycle Attempt
What began as a grassroots event in Ballina has grown into an international movement, inspiring rallies in the UK, USA and Canada.
West Ballina Dancer Urges Local Talent to Apply for Prestigious Arts Training
West Ballina dancer Neihanna Hippi is urging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people
Losing Our Heritage: History Groups Unite to Save Ballina’s Past
Few of the hundreds who drive daily across Ballina’s Missingham Bridge would realise that,
Ballina’s Liz Ellis Elevated to NSW Sporting Legend Status
Ballina’s favourite netball champion, Liz Ellis AO, has been officially elevated to Legend status in the NSW Hall of Champions — placing her among the most celebrated athletes in the state’s sporting history.
Seahorses Crowned First Grade Champions as Ballina Shire Dominates Grand Finals
By Lara Leahy Ballina’s Seahorses have claimed rugby’s biggest local prize, defeating Wollongbar-Alstonville
