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.
Sharon Cadwallader
Posted inBallina, Entertainment, Feature, 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.
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Ballina Shire announces 2026 Australia Day Awards nominees
Ballina Shire Council has announced the nominees for the 2026 Australia Day Awards. Check out who made the list here.
Posted inBallina, Education, Good News
Ballina cadet becomes first graduate of NSW Government’s Fresh Start program
Young Ballina local William Black is the first person in New South Wales to graduate from the Minns Government’s $252 million Fresh Start Program, marking a major milestone for the initiative and for Ballina Shire Council.
Posted inBallina, Roads and Infrastructure
Major safety and access upgrade for Ballina’s critical evacuation routes
Work is progressing on a major infrastructure upgrade to improve two key evacuation routes in the Ballina Shire.
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Nominations extended for 2026 Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards
BALLINA SHIRE: There is still time to recognise the local legends who make the community shine, with nominations for the 2026 Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards now extended until Friday 7 November.