Vehicle recovered from Richmond River linked to missing woman
A vehicle has been recovered from the Richmond River in Ballina as police continue forensic examinations on remains found nearby
What really happened in Fawcett Park?
Police await forensic results after human remains are found on the Richmond River bank in Ballina, while locals look for answers
Council axes Wollongbar housing project in high-stakes property showdown
Ballina Shire Council has dumped its Wollongbar Medium Density Housing Project in a decision exposing deep divisions over debt, housing and the future of council-owned land.
Full list: Byron Bay venues exposed to measles outbreak
Recent visitors to Byron Bay are urged to watch for measles symptoms and check vaccinations after an infectious case attended several venues.
Cocaine, cannabis and meth: woman charged after 200kmh speed chase near Wardell
Police allege a high speed pursuit ending near Wardell was drug-fuelled, with a 33-year-old woman now facing charges in Ballina Court.
Court clears GemLife development, rejects flood concerns
The Land and Environment Court has cleared the revised GemLife development in West Ballina, dismissing flood concerns and paving the way for more than 100 homes.
COMMENT: I warned this would happen — and Ballina is paying the price
The court decision clearing the way for the GemLife confirms earlier warnings about the approach taken by Ballina Shire Council.
Security camera network approved for Ballina and Lennox Head
Ballina and Lennox Head will soon be covered by a new $1 million CCTV network after councillors unanimously approved the rollout at the first meeting of 2026.
The Story Behind the Car Taking Top Prize at Ballina Show and Shine
A rusted American panel van rebuilt over 14 years takes top honours as 10,000 visitors help push Ballina’s rescue helicopter fundraiser towards a record goal
Vehicle recovered from Richmond River linked to missing woman
A vehicle has been recovered from the Richmond River in Ballina as police continue forensic examinations on remains found nearby
What really happened in Fawcett Park?
Police await forensic results after human remains are found on the Richmond River bank in Ballina, while locals look for answers
Council axes Wollongbar housing project in high-stakes property showdown
Ballina Shire Council has dumped its Wollongbar Medium Density Housing Project in a decision exposing deep divisions over debt, housing and the future of council-owned land.
Full list: Byron Bay venues exposed to measles outbreak
Recent visitors to Byron Bay are urged to watch for measles symptoms and check vaccinations after an infectious case attended several venues.
Cocaine, cannabis and meth: woman charged after 200kmh speed chase near Wardell
Police allege a high speed pursuit ending near Wardell was drug-fuelled, with a 33-year-old woman now facing charges in Ballina Court.
Court clears GemLife development, rejects flood concerns
The Land and Environment Court has cleared the revised GemLife development in West Ballina, dismissing flood concerns and paving the way for more than 100 homes.
COMMENT: I warned this would happen — and Ballina is paying the price
The court decision clearing the way for the GemLife confirms earlier warnings about the approach taken by Ballina Shire Council.
