Council changes course on proposed $36.5m Ballina-Alstonville shared path
Ballina Shire Council has adopted a new hybrid route for the proposed $36.5 million shared path and will seek government funding for the first stage.
New $5 million drainage program targets flood-hit farms after Cyclone Alfred
Works at Broadwater, Pimlico, Empire Vale and Wardell will restore flood-damaged drains and floodgates, helping farmland recover and improving water flow.
‘Trial by social media’: Tree clearing debate explodes in council chambers
Accusations of defamation and trial by social media dominated a fiery Ballina Council debate as councillors rejected a Greens motion over controversial tree clearing at Lennox Head.
Innovation shines at Ballina Business Excellence Awards
ENV Solutions claimed six awards, including Ballina Shire Business of the Year, as innovation, leadership and outstanding employees were recognised at the 2026 Ballina Business Excellence Awards.
A day of grief, gratitude and ‘Amazing Grace’
Under half-mast flags, Ballina remembered Bill Ewen and Frank Petsch in a moving service that became a powerful tribute to volunteering and community.
Ballina community gives over $58,000 to Marine Rescue families
The cheque presentation comes as the community prepares to gather this Sunday in remembrance of those lost in the Ballina Bar tragedy.
Quiet beer, unexpected fame: Ballina men become award-winning pin-ups
Some Ballina pub regulars have become unlikely pin-ups in an award-winning photography project that celebrates masculinity, the coast and men's mental health.
‘The best Rotary club in the world’: Ballina on Richmond marks major milestone
Ballina on Richmond Rotary has celebrated 40 years of service, with emotional tributes to charter member Col Lee, who returned after a life-saving kidney transplant donated by wife Julie.
MP weighs in on Karl Stefanovic sacking
Page MP Kevin Hogan has criticised Channel Nine over Karl Stefanovic’s departure, saying free debate suffers when people fear losing their jobs.
Record field named for Ballina Shire Business Excellence Awards
In a challenging economic climate, Ballina businesses will come together next month to celebrate success after a record number of finalists were named in the 2026 Business Excellence Awards.
Byron Councillor David Warth first to enter Ballina race
He could be described as Byron Bay's answer to Sir David Attenborough, but don't expect independent candidate David Warth to be easily pigeonholed — particularly when it comes to climate change politics.
COMMENT: NBN’s weekend farewell was decades in the making
NBN has aired its final local weekend bulletin after decades on air. Ballina News Daily editor Rod Bruem reflects on the long decline of regional television.
