Police Release CCTV in Bangalow Fatal Hit-and-Run
Police have released CCTV footage of a black SUV as investigations continue into the death of Bangalow man Paul Campton in a hit-and-run last month.
Sobering Operation RAID Results as Fatal Motorcycle Crash Claims Life
A three-day police blitz on dangerous drivers has ended with a grim reminder of the region’s road toll, after a man was killed in
Greens Launch Push to Block Flood Mitigation Works
The promise of billions in Federal funding to reduce future flood heights by up to a metre is shaping as the next major political
‘Home by Christmas’: Ballina Rallies Behind Jane Weal-Sheehan
Ballina turned out in force today to support Jane Weal-Sheehan, who begins chemotherapy tomorrow to fight an extremely rare and aggressive cancer — so
Aircraft Noise: “No Escape” for Some Ballina Residents
For years, aircraft noise around Ballina Byron Gateway Airport has been shared across suburbs in a scattered pattern. But now, with Airservices Australia locking in
What’s Lurking Beneath? DNA Detectives Unlock the River’s Secrets
As storms lashed Ballina this week, a team of scientists crouched at the murky edges of the Richmond River, collecting water samples. Just as detectives
UPDATED: Wardell Shooting Victim “Lucky to Be Alive” – But Refusing to Help Police
A man who was shot in the chest at Wardell early Tuesday morning is being described by police as “lucky” to have survived - but
UPDATED -Janelle Saffin Closes Office, Confirms She’ll Run Again
Lismore MP and Minister for the North Coast Janelle Saffin has shut down speculation about her political future, declaring she will recontest the next state
Ballina’s ‘Pirate’ Hero: The Extraordinary Life of Diver and Bravery Medal Recipient Peter Kerkenezov
One of the most important books on Ballina’s seaport history has just been released – and it’s already sparking memories, emotions, and admiration. Marine
Council Moves to Delay Land Releases After Auction Flops
Ballina Shire Council has voted to hit pause on the release of new housing blocks at Wollongbar after the failure of its latest auction. The
Greens Activist Ejected from CSIRO Flood Talks Over Lobbying Concerns
A Greens Party activist was asked to leave the recent CSIRO flood community consultations amid claims the party was attempting to “game the system” in
Lowest-Rated Hospital on the Coast — Staff Still Shine
The latest NSW Health patient survey has intensified pressure on the State Government to commit to a new hospital for Ballina, with the town’s ageing
