Council report backs Greens’ push to block Tintenbar Housing Estate
Council staff have recommended blocking the CURA C housing estate near Tintenbar, despite it being earmarked for growth for decades.
COMMENT: Ballina Shire shows exactly why the state is sidelining local councils on housing decisions
The Greens-led push to block the construction of 300 new homes near Tintenbar shows Premier Chris Minns is on the right track in taking planning decisions away from local councils.
From Lennox to disaster zone: Matilda crosses the country to answer cyclone crisis
Australia’s only mobile wildlife hospital has crossed the continent to help sick and injured wildlife in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Narelle.
Farmers celebrate long-awaited drainage fix as Minister flags action on river cars
Farmers celebrate a long-awaited drainage clearing program as the Minister backs action on river cars and responds to calls for a Richmond River Commissioner.
Hogan and Greens on unity ticket over PM’s ‘nothing burger’ national address
Kevin Hogan and David Shoebridge both slammed the PM’s national address before engaging in a colourful TV debate over how Australia should secure its energy future.
COMMENT: This is no April Fool’s Day joke — and ratepayers are entitled to better.
COMMENT: Ballina Croquet Club had everything laid out for them, with the only requirement being to share the space - and they couldn't even manage to do that. Ballina deserves better than that and ratepayers are entitled to expect it.
Extraordinary meeting called to debate croquet dispute — with no power to alter outcome
Greens councillor forces special meeting of Ballina Shire Council, as Cherry Street Sports says its decision is final
River wrecks issue escalated to police chief as new recruits head to region
Concerns about suspected river wrecks have been raised with senior police as new officers are set to join the local district.
New underwater reef could transform fishing off Ballina
A new offshore reef south of Ballina is set to attract snapper, mulloway and mackerel — creating a major new fishing hotspot.
Fake GoFundMe pages appear after Ballina van fire tragedy
A verified fundraiser for Ballina man Glen Webster is gaining support after a van fire, but fake GoFundMe pages have sparked a scam warning.
Headliners hit the high notes ahead of Hobart showdown
Ballina’s Headliners Chorus is preparing for a major national competition, while continuing to perform across the local community.
BALLINA GROWTH FREEZE FACES ROADBLOCK — FOR NOW
A high-stakes council debate over future housing expansion on land near Tintenbar has temporarily halted plans to scrap the project.
