Ballina’s ‘Riviera’: Leaders Eye Boat Harbour Precinct Renewal as a Housing Breakthrough
West Ballina could become the key to turning around the region's housing crisis, with local leaders touting it as a future hub for vibrant waterfront
The Great Political Divide of Ballina Shire
Election Results Highlight Sharp North-South, East-West Voting Patterns Final results from the Federal Election reveal a clear political divide across Ballina Shire, with the far
Record Police Academy Graduation – Only One Coming Here
Ballina has received just one new police officer from a record-breaking class of 302 probationary constables - the largest number of graduates in more than
Justine Elliot Makes History with Historic Eighth Win in Richmond
Labor’s Justine Elliot has officially claimed victory in the seat of Richmond after Greens Party candidate Mandy Nolan conceded on Tuesday, bringing the dramatic contest
Greens Oppose Plan to “Roll Out the Red Carpet” for Business
Ballina Shire Mayor Sharon Cadwallader was forced to use her casting vote to pass a motion allowing Council to hire a dedicated economic development officer
Kimberly concedes, Mandy goes to ground as election count resumes
Richmond Greens candidate Mandy Nolan has gone quiet, not responding to media inquiries as counting continues in the closely watched federal seat. Despite hopes among
Australia Votes – 2025 Election blog
Sunday updates: Comfortable win now expected for Labor in Richmond-- With tallies updated overnight, the ALP’s Justine Elliot now looks set to easily retain the
$17 Million Airport Land Sale Bonanza
Mayor says future of industrial growth uncertain as last blocks sold The sale of the last available blocks in Ballina’s Airport Industrial Estate has generated
From Garden to Gallery: Alstonville Artist’s Stunning Debut
Former horticulturist turned photographer Robyn Barron is celebrating a major artistic milestone this week, with her debut solo exhibition launching at the Northern Rivers Community
MP Denies Link to Racist Slurs Targeting One Nation Indigenous Candidate
Labor MP Justine Elliot has distanced herself from alleged racist slurs targeting One Nation's Indigenous candidate for Richmond, Ian Mye, after claims a prominent ALP
Not Happy, Mia! — Byron’s Unusual Candidate Debate Draws Fire from Independents
The 2025 federal election may be remembered for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s unprecedented four televised debates — but in the seat of Richmond, a very
The Hard Yards Sequel: Council Reopens Debate on Disputed Alstonville Show Pens
Ballina Shire Council (BSC) has once again voted to uphold its contentious retrospective approval of livestock holding yards at the Alstonville Showground, despite community
