ORGANISATION plays a crucial role in patrolling our waterways.

New equipment helps keep us safe in the water

News ORGANISATION plays a crucial role in patrolling our waterways.

POLICE will be clamping down on this behaviour that costs lives.

Doing this while driving will cost you 10 demerit points

Crime POLICE will be clamping down on this behaviour that costs lives.

WITH "much sadness", the Surf Life Saving community farewelled one of its stalwarts, a man described as a "mentor and good friend".

Funeral held for beloved surf life saver

News WITH "much sadness", the Surf Life Saving community farewelled one of its stalwarts, a man described as a "mentor and good friend".

PROPERTY owners call to get rid of charity bins.

Scavengers run amok at Vinnies

Council News PROPERTY owners call to get rid of charity bins.

'Unfortunate accident': Man killed during storm

'Unfortunate accident': Man killed during storm

Weather A man has died and there is extensive damage after two freak storms

Why festivals breached patron numbers in 2017

Why festivals breached patron numbers in 2017

Business Festival site lands $30,000 worth of fines

Holiday traffic already causing headaches

Holiday traffic already causing headaches

News School holidays yet to officially start but highway is clogged

Cause of mass bee death a mystery

Cause of mass bee death a mystery

News As bees drop like flies, beekeepers warn people to stay vigilant

A profitable partnership

A profitable partnership

News East Ballina Lions and Ballina Fair partner to support farmers

Keeping the heart beating

Keeping the heart beating

News Bike ride to raise AED awareness

Skatefest going ahead

Skatefest going ahead

News Fair Go Skatefest to run again this year

Funds help auxiliary to provide trolley

Funds help auxiliary to provide trolley

News Government gives $10,000 to local auxiliary

Truth about where you grew up

Truth about where you grew up

Lifestyle Research has revealed just how big an effect your suburb can have.

Harsh new road rule you need to know

Harsh new road rule you need to know

News NSW the strictest state in the country for this offence

Accused fake ambo driver wants to be a cop

Accused fake ambo driver wants to be a cop

Crime The 17-year-old faces 120 charges

  • 21st Nov 2018 3:22 PM
IN PICTURES: Rain brings joy to drought country

IN PICTURES: Rain brings joy to drought country

Weather Locals took to social media to share their excitement.

Sick scam used to trick teens into sex

Sick scam used to trick teens into sex

News Man jailed over vile trick on young girls

  • 21st Nov 2018 2:59 PM
CRAZY WEATHER: Dust, fires and strong wind coming

CRAZY WEATHER: Dust, fires and strong wind coming

Weather Weather system to bring range of weather conditions - even snow!

  • 21st Nov 2018 2:14 PM
IGGY Pop, Nora Jones, Melbourne Ska Orchestra and Nathaniel Rateliff in new announcement confirmed today.

Iggy pops for Bluesfest 2019

Music IGGY Pop, Nora Jones, Melbourne Ska Orchestra and Nathaniel Rateliff in new announcement confirmed today.

Rail trail to be completed by 2020

Rail trail to be completed by 2020

News The council is aiming to have the trail open within two years

Review of bottled water extraction welcomed by farmers

Review of bottled water extraction welcomed by farmers

Politics Council called on to cease any DA approvals while review is ongoing

Hogan demands Royal Commission into supermarkets, petrol

Hogan demands Royal Commission into supermarkets, petrol

Politics Alleged price gouging a "huge impost" on country people

Alleged ice dealer busted with $10K plus stock, equipment

Alleged ice dealer busted with $10K plus stock, equipment

Crime He caught the attention of police after speeding through Nimbin

Sport

    ONE of the NRL's most controversial players has revealed his plans to move to the North Coast.

    Todd Carney signs up with Byron Bay rugby league club

    Rugby League ONE of the NRL's most controversial players has revealed his plans to move to the North Coast.

    Shield wrap: Bulls batsmen fall in heap

    Shield wrap: Bulls batsmen fall in heap

    Cricket Sheffield Shield wrap: Bulls top order crumbles with Tassie on top

    'If we can't see you, we can't save you'

    'If we can't see you, we can't save you'

    News Vital warning issued by surf life savers as patrols kick off

    'You are my hero': Boy's heartfelt note to football star

    'You are my hero': Boy's heartfelt note to football star

    News Casino mum in tears after finding son's note to Johnathan Thurston

    Seagulls soar into the final

    Seagulls soar into the final

    Sport Ballina Seagulls prepare for grand final

    National Sport

      French rugby’s classy support for gay hate crime victim

      French rugby’s classy support for gay hate crime victim

      Rugby Union French rugby suports gay hate crime victim Gareth Thomas

      • 21st Nov 2018 1:52 PM
      How tiny pocket of NSW produced a Socceroo and a Matilda

      How tiny pocket of NSW produced a Socceroo and a Matilda

      Soccer Population of 12,000 produces two of Australia’s best right backs

      Low blow, bro: All Blacks blame Wallabies for form slump

      Low blow, bro: All Blacks blame Wallabies for form slump

      Rugby Union ‘Not quite right’: All Blacks blame Wallabies for form slump

      Wrestler’s skull fractured by brick shot

      Wrestler’s skull fractured by brick shot

      Sport There are calls for a wrestler to face serious consequences.

      Mistake that exposed ‘terrorist’ plot

      Mistake that exposed ‘terrorist’ plot

      Crime One mistake led police to them and to their arrest

      'DISTURBING': Twist in death of baby found naked on beach

      'DISTURBING': Twist in death of baby found naked on beach

      Crime Baby died in NSW and washed ashore in Queensland.

      Emma Freedman’s pregnancy announcement

      Emma Freedman’s pregnancy announcement

      Celebrity Radio and TV personality Emma Freedman is expecting.

      Nabbed driver had licence suspended for next 36 years

      Nabbed driver had licence suspended for next 36 years

      Crime The man was found hiding in a cupboard at Murwillumbah.

      Business News

        USUALLY vanilla family SUV spices up its image with sporty design and driving dynamics, but there’s a bigger addition under the bonnet.

        TESTED: Check out the radical 2019 model Toyota RAV4

        Motoring USUALLY vanilla family SUV spices up its image with sporty design and driving dynamics, but there’s a bigger addition under the bonnet.

        ASX braces for another bloodbath

        ASX braces for another bloodbath

        Money The Australian share market is set to dive.

        Booming sector to offer 60,000 new jobs

        Booming sector to offer 60,000 new jobs

        Employment EXCLUSIVE: Growing Australian industry is set to create an jobs boom

        Damning note reveals how far CBA sunk

        Damning note reveals how far CBA sunk

        Business It could cost millions to fix.

        Australia’s ‘sneaky’ mobile rip-off

        Australia’s ‘sneaky’ mobile rip-off

        Technology Samantha Shoaib was overcharged $160 thanks to a common tactic.

        What's On

          Who's just been announced on the Bluesfest lineup for 2019?

          Who's just been announced on the Bluesfest lineup for 2019?

          Music Another 19 artists have also been added to the line up.

          Brian Pamphilon to play Peter Allen

          Brian Pamphilon to play Peter Allen

          Whats On In Ballina Player's production of The Boy From Oz

          Marvellous Wonderettes reunited

          Marvellous Wonderettes reunited

          Whats On The ladies are back and the 1970s are roaring

          Un bon film! French cinema festival is coming

          Un bon film! French cinema festival is coming

          Movies Alliance Francaise Cote du Nord has unveiled this year's program

          Lifestyle

            IT'S the birthday sale celebrated by cheapskate travellers everywhere — but if you thought you knew what to expect from this budget airline, think again.

            Hey Tigerair, where’s my $11 flight?

            Lifestyle IT'S the birthday sale celebrated by cheapskate travellers everywhere — but if you thought you knew what to expect from this budget airline, think again.

            • 21st Nov 2018 2:26 PM
            Crucial endometriosis program in SA gets funding

            Crucial endometriosis program in SA gets funding

            Health Funding to help SA women suffering in pain

            Mercedes’ odd new safety feature

            Mercedes’ odd new safety feature

            Motoring THE new luxury SUV from Mercedes-Benz has a ground-breaking feature.

            X-rated error in wife’s photo

            X-rated error in wife’s photo

            Offbeat Husband find’s rude mistake in wife’s running picture.

            Cooking contestants flee set

            Cooking contestants flee set

            TV Team escaped the set of Family Food Fight without anyone noticing.

            Latest Videos

              The wrap of the action at Kennards Hire Rally Australia.

              Rally Australia Wrap

              Awakening Australia: Thousands at Marvel Stadium

              Ogier claims sixth WRC title

              WRC2 Rally Australia

              Entertainment

                A ‘HIGH priestess’, Hindi prayers and a marriage contract carved in oak by the groom: Lisa Origliasso’s wedding was a LOT.

                Veronicas star’s very unusual QLD wedding

                Entertainment A ‘HIGH priestess’, Hindi prayers and a marriage contract carved in oak by the groom: Lisa Origliasso’s wedding was a LOT.

                • 21st Nov 2018 3:40 PM
                MOVIE REVIEW: Widows rewrite crime rules

                MOVIE REVIEW: Widows rewrite crime rules

                Movies THIS hard-boiled heist flick boasts a powerhouse cast.

                Inside mansion Nicole and Keith sold on the cheap

                Inside mansion Nicole and Keith sold on the cheap

                Property nside Tennessee mansion Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban sold after massive price...

                Why Jada ‘had to pull a knife’ on her ex

                Why Jada ‘had to pull a knife’ on her ex

                Celebrity Girls Trip star opens up about an emotionally abusive relationship.

                ‘Too risky’: Limits to Saudi reforms

                ‘Too risky’: Limits to Saudi reforms

                News The reality of Saudi Arabia’s loosening of restrictions on women.

                Latest Photos

                  Real Estate

                    With a potential 4.5% plus return this two bedroom apartment offers exceptional value. Conveniently located only 300 metres to the local village tavern, shops and cafes, and a mere 3 minute drive to New Brighton Beach. This property allows you to enjoy the Northern rivers at its best, whether...

                    3/2 Durroon Court, Ocean Shores 2483

                    Unit 2 1 1 $399,000 to...

                    Classifieds With a potential 4.5% plus return this two bedroom apartment offers exceptional value. Conveniently located only 300 metres to the local village tavern, shops and...

                    The area you should consider to invest

                    The area you should consider to invest

                    Property DON’T say goodbye to your dreams of an investment portfolio just yet

                    Whitsundays back on the rise

                    Whitsundays back on the rise

                    Property A year and a half after Cyclone Debbie torn through the area

                    Suburbs struggling with mortgage stress

                    Suburbs struggling with mortgage stress

                    Business Certain households are feeling the pinch more than others

                    Jobs

                      You will be responsible for managing a well maintained portfolio with a focus on adding quality properties over time and providing our clients with a superior level of service. To be considered for the role of Property Manager you will require: Excellent written and verbal communication...

                      Property Manager/Assistant Property Manager

                      Full Time

                      Classifieds You will be responsible for managing a well maintained portfolio with a focus on adding quality properties over time and providing our clients with a superior...

                      YOU can get paid up to $29 an hour working just 15 hours a week. And the best part is you can snag a job with almost no experience.

                      3000 new jobs up for grabs

                      Careers Australia Post braces for ‘record Christmas’ with scores of casual positions.

                      THEY’VE been bitten on the crotch, hands and legs and have come close to death. These are the Queenslanders who risk their lives to catch and relocate snakes.

                      Your next career: Inside the life of a snake catcher

                      Offbeat They've been bitten on the crotch and come close to death

                      THIS call-out for an office worker has people fired up over one specific requirement in the job description.

                      Shocking job advert’s ‘offensive request’

                      News The vacancy was posted on recruitment website Indeed

                      Motoring

                        16.5' Jayco pop top centre bed r.c.aircon barely used

                        caravan for sale

                        16.5' Jayco pop top centre bed r.c.aircon barely used $25,500.00

                        Classifieds 16.5' Jayco pop top centre bed r.c.aircon barely used

                        USED CAR: Why the Mazda CX-5 is Australia’s favourite SUV

                        USED CAR: Why the Mazda CX-5 is Australia’s favourite SUV

                        Motoring Some potential issues of used Mazda CX-5s.

                        What Aussies really think of driverless cars

                        What Aussies really think of driverless cars

                        Motoring THE people have spoken on driverless cars - here's the verdict

                        Skoda promises new models with fireworks and a light show

                        Skoda promises new models with fireworks and a light show

                        Motoring Skoda has plans for a VW Golf-size hatch.