‘Darkest day’: Ballina mourns as tributes grow at Marine Rescue tower
Ballina is in mourning as tributes grow at the Marine Rescue tower, with the tragedy described as the organisation’s darkest day.
Ballina unites in grief as push begins to replace lost rescue vessel
Mayor Sharon Cadwallader says Ballina will stand together as Cherry Street Sports Group launches a $25,000 appeal to replace the lost rescue vessel.
Two Ballina Marine Rescue volunteers confirmed among dead in bar tragedy
Two members of Marine Rescue NSW’s Ballina unit are confirmed to be among three people killed in last night’s boating tragedy off Ballina.
Qantas now paying passengers to help beat global fuel crisis
Normally you pay to change flights - but now Ballina passengers are being offered $20 vouchers to switch between Jetstar and Qantas flights in a bid to keep planes flying full.
Young courage at heart of Ballina’s Our Kids Day Out
A big crowd marked 21 years of Our Kids Day Out in Ballina, with a powerful bravery award reminding families why the charity the annual event celebrates matters so much.
Tamara exit sets up potential mayor v mayor showdown in Ballina race
Exclusive: Sharon Cadwallader and Sarah Ndiaye emerge as early contenders to replace outgoing Greens MP
Tamara Smith’s statement in full
Tamara Smith has confirmed she will not contest the 2027 NSW election, ending a 12-year run as Ballina’s Greens MP.
Ballina Greens MP Tamara Smith to exit politics after three terms
Tamara Smith has confirmed she will not contest the 2027 NSW election, ending a 12-year run as Ballina’s Greens MP.
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.
