Update 1pm Monday 4 April 2022
ROADS UPDATE
The following roads have been reopened over the weekend. Water may remain in sections and overlap the road with tidal inundation. Traffic control may be in place. Council asks that motorists please obey signage and directions.
- Tamarind Drive Roundabout @ Cumbalum – OPEN
- Tamarind Drive between Deadmans Creek and Gallans Roads – OPEN
- Deadmans Creek Road @ Cumbalum – OPEN
Ross Lane remains CLOSED. Council understands prolonged roads closures are an inconvenience to the community, however it is important to ensure public safety.
Council crews will continue to inspect Ross Lane and will reopen it when it is safe to travel on.
There are still several roads across Ballina Shire with water over road and road closures.
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The Burns Point Ferry remains CLOSED. Council is waiting for river conditions to improve before completing essential repair works. We anticipate the ferry will be back online mid to late this week.
POTHOLES
The recent weather has caused numerous potholes on local roads. Motorists are urged to drive carefully with these conditions in mind, and where possible avoid road hazards. Council crews will continue working to repair potholes and road surfaces over the coming weeks. Major potholes can be reported online via Council’s Community Portal at
WASTE UPDATE
Flood/storm waste
Residents with waste generated from flash flooding or storm damage during last week’s event can dispose of the waste for FREE at the Ballina Waste Management Centre on Southern Cross Drive (including green waste).
The centre is open 8am – 4pm seven days a week (excluding public holidays).
Please do not place waste from this current storm event on the kerbside. Residents who are unable to transport waste can contact the Waste Management Centre on 02 6686 1287 to discuss alternative arrangements.
Bin collection
Residents whose bins were missed last week due to flooded roads will have both waste and recycling bins collected this week on their usual collection day.
Bins along Houghlahans Road, Stokers Lane and Crosbys Lane will be recollected on Tuesday 5 April where it is safe to do so.
Bins along Ross Lane will be collected as soon as the road is open.
Missing bins
If you are in need of a bin replacement, please log a request via the Community Portal on or call 1300 864 444.
COUNCIL SERVICES
The Recovery Centre at the Ballina Surf Club is open from 9am to 5pm seven days a week.
The Distribution Hub on Gallans Road is open from 10am – 2pm seven days a week.
BALLINA BYRON GATEWAY AIRPORT
The airport has returned to normal operations following a temporary closure due to flooding of the runway.
Passengers are advised to contact their airline directly to check flight status before travelling to the airport.
Long-term parking is currently limited. Ask a friend to drop you off or book a local transfer, and please allow extra travel time.
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