1,140 call-outs in three years, mostly storms and floods. Ballina’s SES volunteers now have a $6.3 million headquarters with an Emergency Operations Centre. See what the new base means for the Northern Rivers.
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Posted inEmergency management, Feature, Murwillumbah
New $6.2 million Murwillumbah SES facility taking shape
A new $6.2 million Murwillumbah SES headquarters is taking shape, strengthening flood and storm response capabilities across the Tweed region.
Posted inBallina Shire, Byron Shire, Feature, NSW Politics, NSW Votes 2027
Byron councillor Janet Swain to run for Labor in Ballina
She teaches music, founded a festival in Brunswick Heads, and sits on Byron Shire Council. Now Janet Swain wants Ballina’s seat in NSW Parliament, with Labor’s backing for the March 2027 State Election.
Posted inEmergency management, NSW News
Bush fire season officially starts
One ember can end it. Bush fire season is officially here, and the RFS says most people with a plan still haven’t done the jobs that could save their home.
Posted inGrants and funding, Nambucca Heads, Youth
Grants open for youth safety projects
Grants of up to $40,000 are on offer for community groups tackling youth crime and building safer communities, with a Nambucca Heads project already among those benefiting. Applications close 11 September.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Local News
North Coast and Mid North Coast receive new rescue jet skis ahead of summer
Surf Life Saving clubs across the North Coast have received new rescue jet skis to strengthen emergency response ahead of summer patrols.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Local News
Funding opens for Mid North and North Coast surf club facilities
Surf Life Saving clubs across NSW can apply for a share of $5.5 million in facility grants.
Posted inByron Bay, Crime, Nambucca Heads, Youth
North Coast, Mid North Coast projects share in $5m youth crime prevention funding
North Coast and Mid North Coast communities will share in nearly $5 million for locally led youth crime prevention programs.
Posted inFire, Local News
North Coast, Mid North Coast targeted in bushfire hazard reduction push
A new state government taskforce is targeting high-risk areas as part of a broader push to accelerate hazard reduction and strengthen bushfire preparedness.
Posted inBeaches and Surf, Local News
North Coast surf clubs secure share of $5.45m funding boost
North Coast and Mid North Coast surf clubs will upgrade facilities after securing funding under the NSW Government’s $5.45 million Surf Club Facility Program.