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.
Landmark report reveals true cost of fires, floods and Cyclone Alfred
A landmark report reveals a $4 billion economic hit to the Northern Rivers and soaring insurance premiums after six years of fires, floods and Cyclone Alfred.
Community recognises former Deputy Mayor Eoin Johnston
Ballina Shire and NSW Parliament have honoured former Deputy Mayor Eoin Johnston, remembering his remarkable life of service, sport and community leadership.
Why the Pirlo Family’s Business is Winning Customers and Awards
In a tough year from small business, Plateau Tyres has become one of the quiet success stories of the region.
Schoolies chaos at Ballina Airport as Jetstar grounds all flights
Flight chaos has hit Ballina Byron Gateway Airport on the first weekend of Schoolies Week after Jetstar cancelled all of its services
Police Reinforcements Deployed as Hunt for Fugitive Intensifies
The search for Ballina’s most wanted has escalated, with TRG officers deployed across South Ballina and Wardell as concerns grow over the fugitive’s safety and community risk.
Has the Minns Government quietly killed off the Dunoon Dam?
Shock and frustration after dam disappears from water review – with Ballina most exposed
Six now charged after fatal Goonellabah brawl as police investigation widens
Weapons seized and more arrests expected as detectives probe early-morning violence
