Ballina veteran Dick Wills has received an Order of Australia Medal for service to veterans and their families, sharing the honour with wife Colleen as they approach 60 years of marriage.

Marine Rescue Ballina captain Geoff Hutchinson has been named Ballina Shire Citizen of the Year on Australia Day, with community achievers and volunteers honoured across seven categories

Kevin Hogan’s ABC interview explains why the Nationals walked from the Coalition and why the fallout could force Canberra to pay closer attention to regional Australia.

Geo-targeted SMS alert issued across Ballina as police appeal for help locating 83-year-old last seen two days ago in West Ballina.

Workers arriving for duty this morning were shocked to find their Alstonville workplace destroyed after an intense overnight fire marked by extreme heat and small explosions.

The Federal Coalition is facing split in the aftermath of post-Bondi gun laws and hate speech debates. Read the statement from Kevin Hogan

It was an explosive start to Monday morning for Lennox Head residents after a beachgoer found dangerous military device washed up on the sand.

SEE THE VIDEO: Three people rescued after their fishing boat lost power and capsized while attempting to cross the notorious Ballina bar.

Kevin Hogan declares the Bondi terror attack was “evil in its worst form” and says Islamic extremism must be confronted.

Giant fig tree fell days before New Year’s Eve fireworks, causing major damage and raising concerns ahead of the ANZAC Day Rodeo.

Leaving a dog in a hot car could become a new offence in NSW under proposed animal welfare reforms, alongside tougher animal fighting laws.

Chai is a five-and-a-half-year-old domestic short-haired cat currently looking for a permanent home through Northern Rivers Animal Services.

A man alleged to be responsible for an armed West Ballina servo hold-up was back on the street within 24 hours of his arrest

The Ballina Cup mixed racing, fashion and colour, before an unexpected blackout briefly threw a spanner into proceedings.

The Catholic Church confirms it will proceed with a supermarket and 11 shops at Cumbalum, while councillors – backed by all but one – seek firm construction dates after years of delays.

Ballina’s CBD op shops are back in action for 2026 -our guide to the what may be the world's best concentration of charity thrift stores

Rainbow dragon boaters gathered on the water to farewell Mary Davis, honouring a much-loved coach whose legacy of inclusion and excellence lives on.

New national driving rules for seniors are taking effect, but three high-profile crashes in Ballina Shire raise questions over whether they've gone far enough.

REVIEW: Jacqueline and Dane Scotcher bring Boundary Rider to the central gallery space, anchoring NRCG’s first 2026 exhibition program through calm, place-driven works.

Ballina women’s chorus wraps up festive performances and prepares for national competition in Hobart.

Kempsey-based youth gang unravels as three alleged offenders are now in police custody, facing serious charges

Mayor welcomes 'overdue' announcement of Royal Commission, saying she will push for a submission from Ballina Shire Council

Locals say an online dispute shows a pattern of anti-semitic behaviour that continues to divide the community at a time many are mourning

Police arrest second 15-year-old Kempsey boy over Ballina’s holiday ‘night of terror’