Big ideas wanted as Ballina launches first major economic talks in 20 years
Mayor calls for bold ideas to shape the shire's economic future, as neighbouring Lismore plans a population comeback, while avoiding Ballina's 'mistakes'.
Paddle power: Ballina dragon boaters bring home national medals
A seven-year return to the national stage has paid off for the Rainbow Region Dragon Boat team, with a strong medal haul in challenging conditions.
Built by apprentices, sold for lives: $40K+ boost for Rescue Helicopter
Restored by Wollongbar TAFE apprentices over 15 years, the iconic Holden Commodore caps off a major community fundraising effort
Tradition and quiet protest meet at Alstonville Anzac Day service
Olive ribbons and applause for a Roberts-Smith reference added a subtle edge to a well-attended community commemoration.
“The cost of freedom remembered”: Ballina marks Anzac Day at dawn
A powerful address and large crowd combined for a solemn tribute at the RSL Memorial Park as rain cleared just in time for the dawn service.
The unfairness of not being the mayor laid bare
Ballina council’s April meeting saw a clash over public forum rules, $400k bridge artworks approved and a dance space proposal revived.
Greens fail in housing block, land giveaway bid
Greens councillors lost two key housing votes, with a casting vote saving growth areas and a Wollongbar land giveaway social housing proposal rejected.
Roberts Smith controversy sees Ballina rally behind vets ahead of ANZAC Day
Ballina volunteers say ANZAC sales are booming, with some shoppers boycotting Nine and buying up in support of veterans ahead of Saturday.
From fire to looting: Bike shop owner’s nightmare after e-bike blaze
A Byron Bay bike shop owner says looters struck after a devastating fire destroyed more than 100 e-bikes, warning faulty batteries from cheap imports pose serious risks.
Ballina gets its first ‘real’ department store in boost to regional hub status
A major retail move by 175-year-old family business signals Ballina’s rise as the region's top shopping hub.
Gav falls on his feet after NBN News axing — now he’s Lord Mayor
Northern Rivers viewers who watched his shock TV exit now see the familiar weather face sweep into City Hall
Busted after 15 servo drive-offs — $2000 fuel spree alleged
A man will face court after what police say was a series of drive-offs hitting service stations across Ballina and Lismore.
