Tag: ballina
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NORTH COAST HOME TO SOME OF THE BEST GREENKEEPERS
The Northern Rivers bowling greens are world-class, and local keepers are leaders in their craft – none more so than the late Bob Ware. In his memory, Yamba bowling club will be hosting its third annual triples tournament this weekend.
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20 DANCERS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES IN SPRUNG!! 2018
Fresh from an award-winning performance at the Brisbane Powerhouse, Sprung Integrated dancers Max and Tara are ready for the annual Gala Performance at Tintenbar Hall this weekend. 20 dancers of all ages and abilities will take to the stage as part of their major project titled ‘French Cafe’. The showcase is a massive celebration of…
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PRESCHOOLERS STAYING WATER SAFE THIS SUMMER
Shocking data reveals that 150 children under the aged of five have drowned in New South Wales in the last 15 years. That’s why Royal Life Saving has joined with the state government to launch a new online program, to reduce the toll.
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CRICKETERS TAKE A STAND AGAIN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Arch rivals on the field, Ballina and Tintenbar-East Ballina have come together, to take a stand against domestic violence. The teams played a special Twenty-20 match last night, raising money for White Ribbon Day.
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AUTOPSY STALLS COURT PROCEEDINGS INTO SUSPICIOUS BALLINA DEATH
A crucial report into the death of a man found unconscious on a Ballina footpath is stalling the case, a court has heard. Bradley Presbury has been charged with the manslaughter of Aaron Marks, but the case has been adjourned until next year, due to a backlog of autopsies.
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NORTH COAST CRICKETERS BAT AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Two Ballina cricket clubs are gearing up to take part in a special Twenty20 match at Fripp Oval tomorrow night, raising funds in the fight against domestic violence. The Ballina Bears will host Tintenbar-East Ballina for White Ribbon Day, with the aim of the game to have fun and support a worthy cause. A mix…
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NEVER TOO OLD TO WIN GOLD
Ballina man Dashwood Daniels is living proof that you’re never too old to accomplish your goals, after claiming two Gold Medals at the Pan Pacific Games. After overcoming life-threatening medical conditions, the 82-year-old is now training hard, adding more events to his sports portfolio ahead of the Queensland Masters Games.
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STOLEN “SUPER OYSTERS” THE KEY TO IMPROVING WATER QUALITY
Research into the water quality of the Richmond River has been set back two years, after ten dozen “super” oysters were stolen from Burns Point in Ballina. Close to 200 volunteer hours have gone into the project, but organisers are hopeful the oysters will resurface.
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SHARKS SORE BUT TRIUMPHANT AFTER PAN PACS
Fresh from wrapping the Pan Pacific Master Games on the Gold Coast, the Ballina Sharks are feeling the pinch. But the four A-grade competitors say the gain was worth the pain, to claim a bronze medal.
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WANTED MAN MAY BE IN NORTHERN RIVERS REGION
Assistance is being sought from the public to locate a man wanted on several outstanding firearm, traffic and assault warrants in the Northern Rivers. Allen O’Brien, aged 35, is known to frequent the Goonellabah and Ballina areas. Mr O’Brien is described as being Caucasian in appearance, about 160cm -165cm tall, 65kg-75kg, of a thin build,…