State ministers, mayors and regional leaders descended on Ballina last week for a major regional meeting. From bridge duplications to the Big Prawn, see what delegates got to explore.
Sharon Cadwallader
Posted inBallina, Education, Feature, Youth
Young innovators pitch community-changing ideas to Ballina Council
Students from two Ballina schools pitched innovative community projects to councillors during Youth Week, tackling local challenges with creative solutions.
Posted inAccidents and road closures, Ballina
Three dead, search suspended after boating tragedy off Ballina
Three people have died following a boating tragedy off Ballina, including two marine rescue volunteers, with the search for additional victims now suspended.
Posted inBallina
Community invited to shape Ballina Shire’s future as draft plans go on exhibition
Ballina Shire residents are being urged to help shape the region’s future, with Council’s draft plans now open for community feedback.
Posted inAlstonville, Community development
Major upgrade to transform Alstonville Cultural Centre
A major upgrade will transform the Alstonville Cultural Centre into a modern community hub with a significantly expanded library.
Posted inBallina, Parenting and kids
Sharpes Beach Precinct upgrade now open to community
A $2.35 million upgrade to the Sharpes Beach precinct has improved access, safety and facilities at the popular coastal site.
Posted inBallina Shire
Ballina announces Australia Day awards
The Ballina community came together on Australia Day to honour local heroes, welcome new citizens, and celebrate what makes life in the Ballina Shire so special.
Posted inBallina, Tourism
Cultural and historical water stories shared through new signage and soundtrail
Ballina has unveiled Water Stories and Soundtrail, a renewal of the Richmond River interpretive trail that includes new hard signs and a geo-located audio experience.
Posted inBallina, Entertainment, Parenting and kids, Recreation
First-class pump track opens in Ballina
Ballina Shire Council has officially opened the new Ballina Pump Track at Kingsford Smith Reserve in the heart of Ballina.
Posted inBallina, Parenting and kids
New Ballina pump track to officially open
Ballina Shire’s newest recreational facility, a national competition-standard pump track, will officially open next week, offering a dynamic new space for riders of all ages and skill levels.