News
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Community involvement in managing water resources
“Keeping ahead of our growing population with the supply of water and wastewater services is a major exercise,” said John Truman, Group Manager Civil Services.…
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Business units provide jobs and pour profits back into the community
Ballina Readimix Concrete (BRM) is a Council owned business venture currently employing five people. Purchased in 1993, BRM competes with the local branches of two…
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Economic boost with land sales
Astute acquisition of land and timely releases of allotments has resulted in many new businesses establishing in the Shire. Council has developed two industrial estates.…
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Enhancing a vibrant retail sector
With all indicators pointing to continuing population growth, alongside moderate to strong growth in tourism, Council has developed the Ballina Retail Strategy. Responding to community…
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Regional Works Crew delivers results
Ballina Shire Council employs a specialist parks and gardens crew that has been winning private work and, as such, is a self supporting unit. Nothing…
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Jewel in the crown: the Richmond River
Ballina township has long recognised the beautiful Richmond River as the jewel in its crown. However, like many town and city centres, it was not…
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Top class materials recovery centre
Predicted population growth, and a community very supportive of environmental initiatives, it is not unexpected that the Shire of Ballina has one of the best…
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New approach to caravan park management
With increasing numbers of self drive visitors, particularly people in campervans, Council’s four caravan parks are an important part of its tourist strategy. Family holidays…
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A sea change for Ballina
Like many of our coastal areas, the Shire of Ballina is experiencing rapid growth. Located on the pristine north coast of New South Wales, the…
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UN recognises Yarra City Council
A Local Government campaign that highlighted the plight of East Timorese children in Australia to stop their community’s deportation has received international recognition. The campaign…
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Intelligent communities offering quality lifestyles
With more than 60 per cent of Australian households owning a computer and around 50 per cent with Internet access, barriers of distance are quickly…
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Editorial
In this edition we feature the various Partnership Agreements established over the past four years between the Tasmanian State Government and Local Government. With 19…
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