Tag: ballina
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TURN YOUR TRASH INTO CASH AT UPGRADED RECYCLING CENTRE
It’s been dubbed the ‘reverse vending machine’ and the new Return and Earn centre in Ballina is home to six of them. Recycling company Tomra is giving locals the chance to turn their trash into cash. “It’s proven to work it’s great in terms of increasing recycling rates, teach kids about saving and its also…
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BALLINA TEEN TRADES PHONE FOR FUNDRAISING
A Ballina teenager who confesses to actively shunning the internet has kicked a goal for charity. Hope O’Connor has raised enough money to help buy a humidicrib at Lismore Base Hospital, thanks to a youth mentoring program.
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HARWOOD BRIDGE WALK OFFICIALLY CANCELLED
The Harwood Bridge walk-over has been cancelled for the second time.. due to bushfires. The community day was a rare opportunity to see the upgraded section of the Pacific Highway before traffic started flowing. Authorities say thick smoke, poor air quality and road closures… are behind the decision to cancel Sunday’s event. (VISION ONLY)
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SOLACE MUAY THAI A SAFE-HAVEN FOR TEENS
A Ballina teenager is making a name for himself in the world of Thai boxing. He’s among several youngsters mentored by Solace Muay Thai… the gym guiding them through life one glove at a time.
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SKATER MUMS TAKE TO BALLINA’S RAMPS
Tired of simply watching on, mums have joined their kids and are now carving up Ballina Skatepark. They’ve even formed a group… calling themselves the ‘Ladies of Shred’.
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BALLINA’S NEW INDOOR SPORTS CENTER OFFICIALLY OPEN
A new multi-million-dollar indoor sports center was officially opened in Ballina today. The four-court facility has been 20 years in the making.. and is already a hit with residents.
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BALLINA TEEN SCOOTING TO SUCCESS
A young Northern Rivers entrepreneur is making tracks in the business world. At just 17 years old, Rhys Whiting has left school to manage a Scooter shop full-time.
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BIKERS TACKLE VETERAN MENTAL HEALTH
More than 50 motorcyclists have gathered in Ballina to start their annual Compression against Depression charity ride. Now in its 10th year, the ride looks to raise awareness and support the mental health of veterans.
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KOALA FUNERAL STAGED PRIOR TO PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY
Ballina’s home to one of the state’s largest koala populations and today, protesters held a “wake” for the creatures outside the town’s RSL. They claim koalas are being driven to extinction through habitat destruction and urban development. “The North Coast is their only remaining strong hold, they’re long term survival depends on us.” The memorial…
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THE STORIES OF A CLIMATE WARRIOR STAMPED IN PRINT
It’s been more than two years since Lismore climate warrior Steve Prosselt embarked on a massive kayaking trip to the nation’s capital. Today, he was back home – chatting with locals at the launch of his new book.