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Splash out at Ballina Duck Fest

by Michael BurtFebruary 25, 2026February 28, 2026

1000 yellow ducks will grace the Richmond River in Ballina for a race to glory as part of the annual Ballina Duck Fest community celebration on Sunday, 8 March.

Alstonville, Fundraiser, Local festivals and shows

Classic Bikes to Roll into Ballina This May After Weather Postponement

by Jean-Paul PelosiFebruary 18, 2026February 20, 2026

The North Coast Classic Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet in Ballina has been postponed due to bad weather, but organisers have confirmed the popular event will now take place on Sunday, May 31.

Byron Bay, Entertainment, Local festivals and shows

Blues fans to see red when Split Enz headline festival

by AAPNovember 10, 2025January 4, 2026

The pioneering Kiwi band Split Enz will take centre stage as the iconic Byron Bay Bluesfest is resurrected for Easter 2026.

Local festivals and shows, Local News, News, What's on

Oracles of the Bush prepares to deliver its last stanza

by News DeskSeptember 17, 2025

The final curtain is about to be drawn on Tenterfield’s famous Oracles of the Bush boutique bush poetry festival after 27 years.

Local festivals and shows, News, What's on

‘Miracles’ help get garden expo off to a blooming start

by News DeskSeptember 17, 2025

Preparations for the Inaugural New England Garden Expo are going very well, with organisers crediting the ‘miracles’ that have come forward to help for making the dream a reality.