Abandoned Ballina home severely damaged by fire
An abandoned home in Kerr Street, Ballina, was severely damaged by fire on Sunday morning, with crews from Ballina, Alstonville and Goonellabah responding.
Graduate nurses urged to consider Ballina Hospital as Northern NSW recruitment drive begins
Ballina District Hospital is among the Northern NSW health facilities seeking to attract graduate nurses and midwives through the NSW Health GradStart program.
West Ballina dancer inspires next generation, as NAISDA celebrates 50 years
West Ballina performer Neihanna Hippi is pursuing his dream at NAISDA while inspiring the next generation of First Nations artists
New era for Plateau businesses as Chamber unveils fresh vision
The Alstonville Wollongbar Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community to celebrate its award-winning businesses, while also unveiling big plans for the future.
Draft masterplan released for 500-home East Lismore flood-resilient neighbourhood
The NSW Government has unveiled a draft masterplan for a new 500-home neighbourhood at East Lismore, with flood-affected residents to receive priority access.
Ballina chorus claims second place at national convention
The Headliners Chorus has achieved one of its best results, finishing second in its division at the Sweet Adelines International Convention in Hobart
Ballina set to benefit most from CSIRO flood mitigation plan, meeting told
Ballina could see flood levels reduced by almost three-quarters of a metre if the CSIRO's preferred flood mitigation package is built
Elderly man dies after Ballina airport carpark crash
A 90 year old man has died after his car crashed into two parked vehicles near the airport on Wednesday
Prominent Lennox Head landmark could soon become a giant public artwork
A prominent Lennox Head landmark could soon become a giant public artwork, with Ballina councillors to consider a mural proposal for the town's water tower.
Mixed school holiday trading leaves Ballina businesses searching for certainty
Ballina businesses experienced an unpredictable school holiday trading period, with Chamber president Joeline Hartley pointing to wet weather, cost-of-living pressures as key factors.
More than 9,200 Ballina homes and businesses eligible for easier nbn fibre upgrade
More than 9,200 Ballina homes and businesses can now access an easier upgrade to full fibre after nbn removed the requirement for FTTC customers to purchase a high-speed internet plan before becoming eligible.
Bridge duplication challenges remain as Ballina council reviews latest report
Engineering challenges, rising costs and complex construction issues surrounding the proposed duplication of Ballina's bridges will again come before council at next week's meeting
