Council axes Wollongbar housing project in high-stakes property showdown
Ballina Shire Council has dumped its Wollongbar Medium Density Housing Project in a decision exposing deep divisions over debt, housing and the future of council-owned land.
Full list: Byron Bay venues exposed to measles outbreak
Recent visitors to Byron Bay are urged to watch for measles symptoms and check vaccinations after an infectious case attended several venues.
Cocaine, cannabis and meth: woman charged after 200kmh speed chase near Wardell
Police allege a high speed pursuit ending near Wardell was drug-fuelled, with a 33-year-old woman now facing charges in Ballina Court.
Court clears GemLife development, rejects flood concerns
The Land and Environment Court has cleared the revised GemLife development in West Ballina, dismissing flood concerns and paving the way for more than 100 homes.
Security camera network approved for Ballina and Lennox Head
Ballina and Lennox Head will soon be covered by a new $1 million CCTV network after councillors unanimously approved the rollout at the first meeting of 2026.
$3 million redevelopment planned for Biala
Tenders are expected to be called this week for new classrooms, sensory rooms and upgraded facilities for the school
‘We share it’: Dick Wills reflects on Australia Day honour
Ballina veteran Dick Wills has received an Order of Australia Medal for service to veterans and their families, sharing the honour with wife Colleen as they approach 60 years of marriage.
Geoff Hutchinson named Ballina Shire Citizen of the Year
Marine Rescue Ballina captain Geoff Hutchinson has been named Ballina Shire Citizen of the Year on Australia Day, with community achievers and volunteers honoured across seven categories
FOUND! Missing elderly Ballina woman found ‘safe and well’
Geo-targeted SMS alert issued across Ballina as police appeal for help locating 83-year-old last seen two days ago in West Ballina.
Intense fire destroys two businesses at Alstonville industrial estate
Workers arriving for duty this morning were shocked to find their Alstonville workplace destroyed after an intense overnight fire marked by extreme heat and small explosions.
UPDATE: Coalition facing split over gun laws and hate speech divisions
The Federal Coalition is facing split in the aftermath of post-Bondi gun laws and hate speech debates. Read the statement from Kevin Hogan
VIDEO: Beach explosion at Lennox Head — this was no WWII relic
It was an explosive start to Monday morning for Lennox Head residents after a beachgoer found dangerous military device washed up on the sand.
VIDEO: Three rescued after fishing boat capsizes on Ballina bar
SEE THE VIDEO: Three people rescued after their fishing boat lost power and capsized while attempting to cross the notorious Ballina bar.
‘Australia has changed forever,’ Kevin Hogan tells Parliament
Kevin Hogan declares the Bondi terror attack was “evil in its worst form” and says Islamic extremism must be confronted.
Massive tree collapse leaves Alstonville Show Society facing hefty repair bill
Giant fig tree fell days before New Year’s Eve fireworks, causing major damage and raising concerns ahead of the ANZAC Day Rodeo.
New NSW offence proposed for leaving dogs in hot cars
Leaving a dog in a hot car could become a new offence in NSW under proposed animal welfare reforms, alongside tougher animal fighting laws.
Man charged over Ballina scissors hold-up, released within a day
A man alleged to be responsible for an armed West Ballina servo hold-up was back on the street within 24 hours of his arrest
Vale Mary Davis: Rainbow paddlers honour a life of generosity and grit
Rainbow dragon boaters gathered on the water to farewell Mary Davis, honouring a much-loved coach whose legacy of inclusion and excellence lives on.
New national laws are coming into effect, but no major changes for NSW over-75’s
New national driving rules for seniors are taking effect, but three high-profile crashes in Ballina Shire raise questions over whether they've gone far enough.
Third teen charged over Ballina holiday break-in spree
Kempsey-based youth gang unravels as three alleged offenders are now in police custody, facing serious charges
Mayor says Bondi Royal Commission must examine local antisemitism
Mayor welcomes 'overdue' announcement of Royal Commission, saying she will push for a submission from Ballina Shire Council
Byron Bay’s serial protestor launches yet another hateful attack on Jewish-owned business
Locals say an online dispute shows a pattern of anti-semitic behaviour that continues to divide the community at a time many are mourning
Two down – three to go
Police arrest second 15-year-old Kempsey boy over Ballina’s holiday ‘night of terror’
Six times over the limit: Ballina crash among worst holiday driving cases
A Ballina crash involving a driver allegedly six times over the legal alcohol limit has been highlighted as one of the worst cases during the Christmas–New Year police operation.
Family hopeful missing Ballina woman will be found safe, grateful for public support
The family of missing woman Cicily Spiers explains why there was a delayed public appeal for help, saying disappearance has happened before
