Ballina is the baseline of the most significant flood prevention initiative in Australian history — and now locals are being urged to step up to make sure it’s delivered. The CSIRO has unveiled a shortlist of 15 major flood mitigation projects across the Richmond...
Pressure is mounting on NSW Police and the State Government to ensure a fully independent investigation into the police response to the death of Ballina woman Lindy Lucena. NSW Greens Justice spokesperson Sue Higginson saying police resourcing issues cannot be used...
Work is officially under way on Ballina’s long-anticipated new State Emergency Service (SES) headquarters, with a ceremonial sod-turning marking the start of construction.. The event was attended by NSW Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib, local MP Tamara...
A towering new electronic billboard on Bangalow Road has locals talking — and not all of it’s positive. The flashy digital screen outside Ballina Central has sparked a mix of amusement, frustration, and full-blown conspiracy theories online, with some asking if...
Ballina will put community spirit front and centre this November, as local businesses and residents come together for the inaugural International Men’s Day Charity Golf Day, raising awareness and funds for men’s mental health. The event will be held on Friday,...
When the catastrophic 2022 floods hit northern NSW, Ballina’s most experienced boaties were told to stand down. Marine Rescue Ballina skipper Geoff Hutchinson still remembers the frustration. “We were blue water trained, not brown water, so they wouldn’t let us...
Rival clubs unite as Ballina becomes first in region to adopt life-saving StandbyU Shield After 27 years in an abusive relationship, Lisa Lowe knows firsthand how difficult and dangerous it can be to leave. “I wish I had something like this back then,” she said....
Ballina churches and volunteers band together to feed the hungry and lift community spirits. It’s been a cold winter in Ballina - but for those doing it tough, things are a little warmer thanks to the kindness of locals. From hot meals to jumping castles,...
After nearly a year behind the construction fence, Ballina’s beloved Shaws Bay Hotel has reopened with an awesome new look – and locals say it was worth the wait. The iconic waterfront venue, affectionately known as “the Shawsy,” officially welcomed patrons back on...
Jetstar and Ballina Byron Gateway Airport are this week marking 20 years since the first Jetstar flight touched down in Ballina. The partnership since 2005 has helped reshape the Northern Rivers economy and connected more than five million passengers to the region....
A bold $9 million redevelopment plan for Club Lennox has been unveiled, promising a complete transformation of the ageing venue into a modern, family-friendly community hub. The planned upgrade is the latest move from Cherry Street Sports Group, which worked with...
