More competition brings greater taxi choice to Ballina
A year after launching his own taxi business, Jesse Pamment has won approval to work local ranks and says Ballina passengers are embracing the extra choice.
Mayor refuses to give up on 350-home Ballina Marina vision
Ballina Mayor Sharon Cadwallader is continuing to push the State Government to unlock the West Ballina marina site for up to 350 homes and waterfront renewal.
60 years on: Ballina remembers the courage and sacrifice of Vietnam veterans
Around 120 people gathered at Ballina’s cenotaph to honour Vietnam veterans and their families on the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.
15,000 reasons Love Lennox will be back in 2027
Love Lennox will return in 2027 after a record 15,000 visitors, with an impact report revealing the scale and community value of this year's festival.
Almost two weeks missing: Family desperate for answers about Stephanie
Stephanie Cordery’s mother has issued a heartfelt plea for help as the police search winds down, urging residents around Mt Nardi and Nimbin to check properties.
Inside the crisis threatening the NSW Nationals
A long-time Nationals insider has sounded the alarm over declining membership, disappearing farmers, the One Nation threat and the party's future in regional NSW.
Carer charged after police seize jewellery, perfume and handbags
A woman who provided domestic care to an elderly couple has been charged after police allegedly uncovered jewellery and other property during searches in the Tweed Heads area.
Ballina trainer flexes his muscle with triple bodybuilding win at 50
Ballina personal trainer Michael Bosman has won three Classic Physique bodybuilding titles at age 50, just two years after taking up the sport competitively.
Man charged over fatal Yamba bar crossing tragedy
A 52-year-old man has been charged after a fatal boat capsize at the Yamba bar in March claimed the lives of two passengers. He will face court in October.
‘Ballina needs a voice in government’: Byron councillor enters Labor race
Byron Shire councillor Janet Swain has entered Labor's race for Ballina, arguing the electorate deserves a stronger voice inside the NSW Government ahead of the 2027 election.
Ballina athletes dominate North Coast Academy of Sport Awards
Fresh from becoming Australia's youngest Commonwealth Games medallist, Ayla Kowalczyk led a stellar night for Ballina Shire as seven locals were honoured at the North Coast Academy of Sport Awards.
Mayor’s bold vision for region-wide cycle network after Lennox-Byron funding boost
Ballina Mayor Sharon Cadwallader says a connected Northern Rivers network of shared pathways could become the region's next major tourism success, with new funding bringing the Ballina-Byron link a step closer.
