COMMENT: Why I’m in favour of a little pork-barrelling
Pork-barrelling has a terrible name, but election promises are part of democracy. And Ballina has no shortage of projects worth promising.
Ballina’s $1m CCTV grant caught up in Labor ‘rorts’ row
Ballina's $1 million CCTV network is caught up in a growing row over Federal Government grants targeted at Labor-held and marginal electorates.
Bailey wins Nationals preselection, puts crime front and centre
Michelle Bailey has won Nationals preselection for Ballina, putting tougher bail laws, sentencing and community safety at the centre of her campaign.
Pre-Christmas road chaos looms as Ross Lane closure dates confirmed
Ballina faces a pre-Christmas traffic squeeze as Ross Lane closes for nine weeks, but good weather should see the important route reopened by December 18.
Ballina’s most dedicated workers celebrated
Who is Ballina’s best barista, pharmacy worker or bingo caller? Rotary has recognised seven everyday workers who quietly go above and beyond.
BOOMING BALLINA: Lennox closes in on Byron as Lismore plays catch-up
Ballina Shire's population is surging, Lennox is closing in on Byron Bay, and traditional rival Lismore now has ambitious growth plans of its own.
Now finish our ramps: PM’s M1 pledge puts Cumbalum back on agenda
The long-running fight to complete Cumbalum's M1 interchange has new momentum after the Prime Minister put fixing motorway interchanges firmly on the agenda.
Ballina Hospital records big improvement in emergency treatment times
Wait times for patients presenting to Ballina Hospital’s Emergency Department have improved significantly, with new figures showing more patients are receiving timely treatment.
Saffin expenses row escalates as Opposition calls in Auditor-General
Political pressure is mounting on Janelle Saffin, with the Opposition seeking Auditor-General scrutiny of her taxpayer-funded travel and accommodation.
‘Vilified’ contractor cleared as Ross Lane tree works resume
A State Government investigation has delivered a significant finding after a bitter Lennox Head tree-clearing dispute erupted in the Council chamber.
FROM TRAGEDY TO GIVING BACK: Citizen of the Year Geoff’s remarkable year
Citizen of the Year Geoff Hutchinson knows what recognition can mean and is encouraging locals to nominate Ballina’s unsung heroes for the 2027 Australia Day Awards.
Search for Stephanie Cordery continues after Nimbin weekend effort
Stephanie Cordery’s family will seek expert advice and reassess its next steps after volunteers scoured the Nimbin area over the weekend.
