Ballina Shire Council has announced the nominees for the 2026 Australia Day Awards. Check out who made the list here.
Local News
Posted inPort Macquarie-Hastings, Roads and Infrastructure
Ocean Drive upgrade complete in major boost for Port Macquarie region
The long-awaited duplication of Ocean Drive in Port Macquarie has officially been completed, marking the largest road infrastructure investment ever undertaken by Port Macquarie-Hastings Council.
Posted inSchool News, Tweed Shire
Tweed students move into safer, flood-resilient schools
Students at Tumbulgum and Condong public schools have officially moved into their newly rebuilt, flood-resilient campuses this week
Posted inHousing, Lismore
Buyback auctions end year on high with Christmas target exceeded
The State Government has exceeded its pre-Christmas goal of selling 42 flood buyback homes. Read more here.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Christmas reminders for pig owners
With Christmas just over two weeks away, many are planning the centrepiece of their festive feast. For pig owners eyeing a meat-heavy menu, it’s crucial to remember: disposing of meat-based scraps properly isn’t just important—it’s a matter of animal health and biosecurity.
Posted inFire, Mid-Coast Council
Bulahdelah Recovery Hub to support bushfire-affected residents
Residents in Bulahdelah impacted by recent bushfires will have access to direct support this Friday, as the State Government rolls out recovery hubs and hardship payments for communities affected across NSW.
Posted inGrafton
Funding secured to preserve South Grafton’s War Memorial Gates
Clarence Valley Council has been successful in securing $14,210 to support the relocation and restoration of South Grafton’s historic war memorial gates.
Posted inArts, Awards, Environment, General News, New England
Finalists announced for 2025 Environmental Music Prize
Thirty songs have been named finalists for the 2025 Environmental Music Prize, a $20,000 award that recognises Australian artists using music to connect audiences with nature and inspire climate action, including bushfire tribute “Up Armidale Road”
Posted inGood News, Grafton
Grafton Rowing Club’s new clubhouse opens on the banks of the Clarence River
Clarence Nationals MP has congratulated the Grafton Rowing Club on the official opening of their stunning new clubhouse on the banks of the mighty Clarence River.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Producers plan ahead for a stress-free festive season
With the countdown on to Christmas, Local Land Services is reminding landholders that a bit of pre-Christmas planning could take a number of stresses away this festive season.