Ballina Shire

Ballina Shire is a local government area in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. The Shire was formed on 1 January 1977 by the amalgamation of the Municipality of Ballina and Tintenbar Shire. The Shire is located adjacent to the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Highway. The council seat is located in the town of Ballina. The population of the Ballina Shire area was 46,850 in 2022.

Ballina Shire
New South Wales
Location in New South Wales
Coordinates28°50′S 153°32′E
Population46,850 (2022)
 • Density96.60/km2 (250.19/sq mi)
Established1 January 1977 (1977-01-01)
Area485 km2 (187.3 sq mi)
MayorSharon Cadwallader
Council seatBallina
RegionNorthern Rivers
State electorate(s)Ballina
Federal division(s)
WebsiteBallina Shire
LGAs around Ballina Shire:
Lismore Byron Tasman Sea
Lismore Ballina Shire Tasman Sea
Richmond Valley Richmond Valley Tasman Sea

The mayor of Ballina Shire Council is Sharon Cadwallader.

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