Tag: ballina
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ONLINE SHOPPING OPTIONS SAVING BUSINESSES
More industry closures are predicted and it’s never been more important for business owners to offer online shopping options. I Love Lollies and Sasha’s Fine Foods in Ballina are doing just that, and it’s all that is keeping them a float.
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NORTH COAST HORSE RACING PUSHING AHEAD
COVID-19 has forced most sports to grind to a halt, but the next Northern Rivers race meeting at Ballina is full steam ahead. The race is scheduled for April 7, however only jockeys, trainers and essential staff will be able to attend. Prize money will still be distributed on the day, but the depth of…
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BALLINA COUNCIL LAUNCH DELIVERY SERVICE AMID COVID-19 CRISIS
On Monday Ballina Shire Council is launching a delivery service which will provide the essentials to the general community. Businesses across the shire are being encouraged to opt in to the service by contacting council on a dedicated hotline (1300 864 444). “The aim of it is to keep people in their homes particularly the…
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RESTAURANT PROVIDES FREE MEALS TO PEOPLE STRUGGLING DURING COVID-19 CRISIS
A Ballina restaurant is providing free meals to people who are struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic. Within 48 hours, thousands of dollars has been raised by the community to ensure the restaurant owner doesn’t feel the financial burden.
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MAN CHARGED OVER PROPERTY THEFT AND DRUG SUPPLY
A man has been charged with 47 offences, including drug supply, after stolen property was found during a raid in Ballina yesterday. Police seized jewellery, bikes, power tools and watches, as well as methylamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. The 47-year-old was refused bail in Ballina Local Court today. “The police in this current environment will still…
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ARMED TRIO TARGET BALLINA SHOPPING CENTRE
Three men remain on the run following a ram raid at Ballina Fair. Just after 4 o’clock this morning, the trio used a silver Subaru to smash into the shopping centre. Two workers were held against their will by the group, who were armed with a baseball bat, a knife and a hammer. Two jewellery…
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COVID-19 DOESN’T STOP SOME POOLS FROM CLOSING
Keen Northern Rivers swimmers will still be able to do their daily laps with Ballina War Memorial Pool and Alstonville Aquatic Centre remaining open. Though operating hours have been reduced, with gates opening from 6 to 9am, and 4pm to 7pm. “All the laneropes are in and people are basically getting a lane each to…
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YOUNG ATHLETES SHOOTING FOR SUCCESS
Far North Coast netball players are on a mission to be chosen for the open state team. Many of the younger players are competing for positions against girls with years of experience, and only 10 of them will make the cut.
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BALLINA SENIORS STAYING YOUNGER FOR LONGER
It might look like netball to the naked eye, but this game is in a league of its own. ‘Life-ball’ is keeping Northern Rivers seniors active, taking to the court to defy their body clocks.
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KING TIDES CAUSE MINOR FLOOD WARNING FOR BALLINA
Motorists travelling around Ballina over the coming days are being encouraged to take care, with king tides expected to cause minor salt water flooding in some areas. Pedestrians and cyclists are also being asked to be cautious, especially in the morning when the king tides occur. Driving through salt water can severely affect the maintenance…