Locals dominate the track as visitors lift the fashion stakes at Ballina Cup
The Ballina Cup mixed racing, fashion and colour, before an unexpected blackout briefly threw a spanner into proceedings.
Developer commits to Cumbalum shops as Council backs push for timeline
The Catholic Church confirms it will proceed with a supermarket and 11 shops at Cumbalum, while councillors – backed by all but one – seek firm construction dates after years of delays.
Why Ballina’s Op Shop Trail is Paradise for Thrifty Shoppers
Ballina’s CBD op shops are back in action for 2026 -our guide to the what may be the world's best concentration of charity thrift stores
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.
Brother and sister act takes centre stage at Northern Rivers Community Gallery
REVIEW: Jacqueline and Dane Scotcher bring Boundary Rider to the central gallery space, anchoring NRCG’s first 2026 exhibition program through calm, place-driven works.
Headliners Chorus strikes the right note after big festive season
Ballina women’s chorus wraps up festive performances and prepares for national competition in Hobart.
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.
