For ongoing updates, the Ballina Shire Emergency Dashboard provides the latest information, including recovery assistance, road closures, power outages, and more. For real-time updates, visit:
All Council facilities have returned to normal operating hours. Ballina Resource Recovery Centre is OPEN daily (8am to 4pm) - expect delays as high demand will mean longer wait times.
The most widely requested application forms are here and where possible have been provided in interactive PDF versions for your convenience. Please 'Save As' to your desktop and 'Open With' Adobe Reader before filling in.
If the pdf file opens in your internet browser, please print to complete or change your internet browser settings to open pdf files with Adobe Reader.
From 28 June 2021, Planning and Development Application forms are no longer lodged with Council. Instead, applications will need to be completed online using the NSW Government Planning Portal. For further information visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/planning-portal
Amusement or Inflatable Device on Private Land Application Form(PDF, 249KB)