Ballina Shire Council

Join Discover Ballina for a Small Business Networking Evening! Ballina Shire Council’s Destination and Economy Team is excited to invite local businesses to the Innovate and Connect: Small Business Networking Evening on Wednesday 29 October, 5–7pm at the Northern Rivers Community Gallery. This free event is a chance to come together at the end of Small Business Month and Tech Week for an evening of connection, inspiration and celebration - with drinks, nibbles and plenty of opportunities to network. On the night, you will: 💬 Hear from ID Support NSW, Australia’s leading identity support unit, on how to keep your business and customers safe from scams and identity crime 💻 Take part in a short AI simulation exercise and learn practical ways technology can help make your business more efficient and creative 🎨 Experience the latest exhibitions at the Northern Rivers Community Gallery, showcasing bold and experimental works from local artists 🤝 Meet Council’s new Destination and Economy Team and discover how we’re working with local businesses to build a thriving economy ✨Don’t forget to bring your business card for the lucky door prize draw! This event is FREE – but please register via the link below for catering purposes. https://lnkd.in/gYkyXsSv

Lead with impact, live by the coast! Ballina Shire Council is searching for our next Director Civil Services – a senior leadership role based in one of Australia’s most desirable coastal regions. As Director, you’ll join Council’s Executive Management Team and lead a dedicated workforce of 150 staff. This is your opportunity to shape the future of essential services across roads, water and wastewater, stormwater, floodplain management, resource recovery, and asset management – ensuring our growing community is safe, sustainable, and connected. The ideal candidate will bring vision, experience, and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding infrastructure and services. Located just 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast, the Ballina region offers pristine beaches, stunning rainforest and hinterland, and a welcoming community. Executive remuneration package Applications close: Wednesday 17 September 2025 Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gPfCkGtx #Leadership #Infrastructure #CivilEngineering #LocalGovernment #BallinaShire #CareerOpportunity #Director

Strengthening emergency resilience in Ballina Shire Ballina Shire Council, in partnership with NSW SES, is proud to announce a major investment in local emergency services – a new, purpose-built SES Unit and Emergency Operations Centre is set to be constructed in Ballina. Mayor Sharon Cadwallader was joined by Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib, NSW SES Commissioner Mike Wassing, local MPs, SES volunteers and Council staff to mark this important milestone. Designs are finalised, the tender process is complete, and construction is scheduled to commence in September 2025. Co-funded by Ballina Shire Council and the NSW Government, the facility will provide our 80+ SES volunteers with a modern, fit-for-purpose headquarters – improving response times, enhancing coordination during emergencies, and supporting our community when it matters most. This is a vital step toward a safer, more prepared Ballina Shire. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gDKdBK8s

🎓 Still studying? Kickstart your career with us! Ballina Shire Council is offering paid cadetship opportunities in: 📐 Civil Engineering Design 🌿 Environmental Health These positions are for students in their second last or final year of a related tertiary degree: 👩💻 Gain hands-on experience while you study 🌱Support real projects that benefit your community. 📚 Grow your career before you even graduate. — 👉 Applications close 13 June. Visit our Careers page to apply now https://lnkd.in/g88gNve2 #Cadetships #BallinaShireCouncil #WorkWhileYouStudy #CivilDesign #EnvironmentalHealth

🎥 Council Meeting – Live Stream this Thursday from 9am Did you know our monthly Ordinary Council Meetings are streamed online? Members of the public are invited to join via live stream👇 Click the link and hit Join event: https://bit.ly/3XYTg9E Can’t watch it live? The full recording will be uploaded to our website: 👉 https://lnkd.in/gdCdPr9K We look forward to discussing these important community matters. #BallinaShire #CouncilMeeting #LiveStream

Looking for a Landscaping Contractor! 🌿 We're on the hunt for experienced and qualified landscaping contractors to work on the new reservoir at Stoneyhurst Drive, Lennox Head. The job? Transforming the space with low-maintenance gardens and following the provided designs to: ✅ Prep the site, locate services, and manage environmental works ✅ Remove weeds, control erosion, and get planting ✅ Handle earthworks, soil, mulch, and plants ✅ Maintain the works until project handover 📋 Contractors will need: $20M Public Liability insurance NSW Workers Compensation Comprehensive Motor Vehicle & Plant insurance A solid WHS management system Interested? Find all the details on our e-tendering portal: https://lnkd.in/gZXpeapS. 🕑 Tenders close Friday 14 February 2025 at 2:00pm (AEST). Tag a landscaping pro who’d be perfect for this! 👷♀️🌱

🌟 Time is almost up! You have 10 days left to tell us what matters most to you! Do you have an idea for the future of our: 🏞 Community parks 📚 Libraries 🐾 Dog exercise areas 🛝 Playgrounds 🤽♀ Pools 🚧 Roads and footpaths ♻️ Waste collection Our community survey only takes 10 minutes and your feedback will shape the future of our shire for the next 10 years. 💻 Take the survey: https://lnkd.in/g7ixrRKR 🗓 Deadline: Monday 3 February 2025 This is your chance to influence our new Ballina Shire Community Strategic Plan. Let’s work together to create a shire we’re proud of! #BallinaShire #CommunityStrategicPlan #HaveYourSay

Do you know someone who is looking to launch their career in 2025 – in this beautiful corner of Australia? Applications for our Cadetship program close on Monday! Please share this fantastic opportunity with your networks. The program combines hands-on experience, study leave, and flexible work arrangements for those looking to kickstart their career in Accounting, Legal, and Environmental Health. Read more about the program and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gPDZFhd8 Applications close: 6 January 2025. Cadetships are open to people in the second last or last year of a relevant tertiary degree. #FutureReady #BallinaShire #BallinaCareers #BallinaShireCouncil

Do you know someone who is looking to launch their career in 2025 – in this beautiful corner of Australia? Applications for our Cadetship program close on Monday! Please share this fantastic opportunity with your networks. The program combines hands-on experience, study leave, and flexible work arrangements for those looking to kickstart their career in Accounting, Legal, and Environmental Health. Read more about the program and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gPDZFhd8 Applications close: 6 January 2025. Cadetships are open to people in the second last or last year of a relevant tertiary degree. #FutureReady #BallinaShire #BallinaCareers #BallinaShireCouncil

Celebrating the upgraded Lennox Village Council is excited to announce that the upgrade of the Lennox Head village is officially complete! The new carpark, now open on the corner of Park and Mackney Lane, marked the final stage of the major project. To celebrate this significant rejuvenation project, we invited Justine Elliot MP, Tamara Smith MP, Mayor Sharon Cadwallader, Councillors and key project partners down to experience the upgraded village. This major project has transformed the heart of Lennox Head while preserving its coastal village charm. Thank you to everyone who participated in the project’s design and provided feedback during the consultation process – your ideas are now a reality. Key highlights: • Upgraded Ballina Street with new pedestrian crossings and shared zones • Revamped Ross Park with a wheelchair-accessible carousel and nature playground • Renovated Lennox Park with new bus stops and amenities • Indigenous language elements celebrating local culture • New public car park for better access to businesses and attractions We would also like to thank local residents and businesses for their patience and support while these works were completed. Go and explore the fresh new look of Lennox! #LennoxVillageVision #LennoxHead #BallinaShire #CommunityTransformation #ExploreLennox #LoveLennox