Man dies in two vehicle crash – Binna Burra
January 18, 2012
Police are appealing for information after a fatal two-car collision in the state’s north.
About 5.55pm Tuesday 17 January 2012, emergency services were called to Bangalow Road near the intersection of Friday Hut Road at Binna Burra after a station wagon and Holden Statesman collided.
One male passenger in the station wagon died at the scene of the crash.
The male driver of the wagon has received serious injuries and was airlifted from the scene by helicopter.
He will undergo further treatment at Lismore Base Hospital.
The female driver of the Holden Statesman has been taken by road ambulance to Lismore Base Hospital. She is understood to be in a serious condition.
Police attached to Ballina Crash Investigation Unit will continue inquiries into the circumstances leading up to the crash.
Anyone who saw either car prior to the collision should contact Ballina Crash Investigation Unit or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Child critical following single vehicle crash – Broadwater
December 27, 2011
A child is in a critical condition following a serious crash on the state’s Far North Coast.
About 2.55pm Monday, 26 December 2011, a black Holden Barina was travelling north on the Pacific Highway near Broadwater, when it crossed the southbound lanes and crashed into a tree.
Police from Richmond Local Area Command and emergency services attended the scene.
A five-year-old girl, a passenger in the Barina, was thrown from the vehicle on impact.
She was airlifted to Lismore Base Hospital in a critical condition.
The 49-year-old female driver and an eight-year-old boy were taken to Lismore Base Hospital for treatment.
Lanes in both directions of the Pacific Highway were closed to allow the helicopter to land and remained closed for more than two hours while investigations continued.
Officers attached to Ballina Crash Investigation Unit are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, or the events leading up to it, is urged to contact the Ballina Crash Investigation Unit or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Bangalow interchange options announced
December 14, 2011
NSW Minister for Roads Duncan Gay and Member for Ballina Don Page today announced options for an alternative to the Bangalow interchange.
Mr Gay and Mr Page today visited the site of the future Tintenbar to Ewingsdale Pacific Highway upgrade to unveil the options.
Sample Food Festival a delight
September 14, 2011
The inaugural Sample Food Festival, held on September 10 at the Bangalow Showground, was enormously popular with over 10,000 people attending throughout the day.
“We were thrilled with the crowd,” said festival organiser Remy Tancred. “There were of course locals from across the Northern Rivers and I also met many visitors down from the Gold Coast and Brisbane throughout the day.”
Bangalow restaurant Satiate among Australia’s best
August 25, 2011
Satiate in Bangalow has been named one of the leading regional restaurants in NSW for 2012 by the Australian Gourmet Traveller in the prestigious 2012 Australian Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide Awards held last night.
Member for Ballina Don Page congratulated Satiate, saying it was a tremendous achievement to be recognised by Australian Gourmet Traveller, one of Australia’s premier travel, food and dining magazines.
“Satiate has an outstanding reputation locally. The restaurant is also a valuable drawcard for visitors to our region, and being named in these awards adds further prestige to their already outstanding reputation,” Mr Page said.
Minister for Tourism, Hospitality, and Racing and the Arts, George Souris, said 46 of the top 100 restaurants in this year’s awards were won by NSW restaurants.
Bangalow Interchange Working Group’s members announced
August 15, 2011
Minister for North Coast and Ballina MP Don Page has announced the membership of the Working Group to look at an alternative to the Bangalow Interchange which would still allow for appropriate traffic management should the tunnel under St Helena be closed for any reason.
Mr Page said the community representatives on the Working Group would be Greg Crump, Tony Hart and Rex Harris, all of whom have a good understanding of the issues involved.
RTA representatives will be Bob Higgins, General Manager, Pacific Highway, Peter Borelli, Project Manager, and Mike Bulmer, Design Manager.
“It is anticipated the Working Group will meet at a mutually convenient time in about two weeks to discuss options,” Mr Page said.
“When the Working Group has completed their work, the preferred proposal will be brought back to the broader community for their consideration.”
Sample Food Festival showcases our best
August 13, 2011
The Sample Food Festival, being held on September 10 at the Bangalow Showground, has been so popular that all restaurant marquees and stalls have sold out.
The line-up of performers for the festival has just been released. Non-stop live entertainment will fill the air at the Bangalow Showground with Kurtis, Kato and Wolf, Eliza McLeod, Ilona Harker and Tres Hombres gracing the entertainment ring.
State Government delivers changes for clubs
August 3, 2011
Member for Ballina, Don Page, says he is pleased to see yet another election commitment delivered by the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government today.
“The NSW Liberals and Nationals developed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Clubs NSW prior to the March election,” Mr Page said.
“I was pleased to sign the MOU in December last year, and even happier today to see key aspects of that commitment delivered with legislation introduced to Parliament today.”
The Gaming Machine Tax Amendment Bill reduces tax paid by registered clubs and introduces changes to the Club Community Support Scheme.
“Local clubs in the Ballina Electorate currently donate more than $5 million annually to community groups and activities, and this will increase by an additional $112,000 from September 1 this year,” Mr Page said.
The new ClubGRANTS Scheme will provide an estimated $85 million, in additional community support across NSW from registered clubs over the next four years.
“The reduction in club taxes will save clubs in the Ballina electorate more than $300,000 a year,” Mr Page said
“Clubs make a major social and economic contribution to our local communities. They provide funding to community and sporting organisations, employment opportunities and high-quality facilities that are accessible and affordable for everyone.”
The 18 clubs in the Ballina Electorate employ more than 400 people and make significant contributions to the local economy.
Under the former State Labor Government, more than 100 clubs had to shut their doors due to tax increases.
Further reforms outlined in the MOU will be announced shortly.
“When a club in a small community is forced to close, it has an enormous impact. The NSW Liberal and Nationals want to support regional and rural communities and we understand the important role that clubs play. This legislation will help support clubs both large and small,” Mr Page said.
Forum will discuss Bangalow Interchange
July 3, 2011
Bangalow residents are urged to come along to the community information session to be held on Wednesday 6th July.
“I urge everyone who has any concerns or is not familiar with the proposed Bangalow Interchange to come along to the A&I Hall next Wednesday at 6pm,” Member for Ballina Don Page said.
“It will be an opportunity for the community to be heard by representatives from the RTA and to also find out the detail of what is proposed.
“It is extremely important to the community of Bangalow that we get this right, so I hope that people come along to hear what is proposed.”
Sample Food Festival in full swing
June 30, 2011
The new food festival for the North Coast – Sample Food Festival – is in full swing, with only a few remaining stalls and marquees for the daytime festival and more than half the tickets already sold for the Sample Gala Dinner.
“The response has been heartwarming,” said Remy Tancred, festival organiser.
“We had a minor setback with a change of venue, but now it’s all systems go.”
Organisers have relocated the festival to Bangalow Showgrounds. The Gala Dinner will be held at the Byron at Byron Resort.
