A local man who believes he was the first and possibly the only student to be expelled from the school of the King’s youth, says Charles’ opinion that Gordonstoun in Scotland was ‘Colditz in kilts’, was accurate.

The only dedicated flood and landslide recovery group in Wardell village is still without government funding six months after record-breaking disasters devastated the region.

250 people attended the first free Community Mental Health Symposium last Thursday at Ballina RSL, with a range of expert speakers from various organisations explaining the dimensions of the problem and how best to move forward.

The Lennox-based (and fast-expanding) young men's mental health group are continuing to change lives and inspire the wider community with activities across the region.

The Rotary Club of Ballina on Richmond is organising a major symposium on 11 August with a focus on youth mental health issues in the Northern Rivers. The timing of the free event at Ballina RSL couldn't be better, as COVID-related isolation and flooding disasters continue to take their toll on the community's mental health.

The Rotary Club of Ballina on Richmond has been busier than ever recently with flood recovery and fundraising, with a bit of help from Elvis. Now they're gearing up for a major mental health symposium.

What began as a bad sock day at the office has turned into an annual event to help support doctors with mental health issues.

In the wake of a flurry of announcements across the Northern Rivers from federal and state government MPs, Member for Ballina Tamara Smith has spoken to The Echo about some of the crucial issues.

If there is one thing we are better at in the 21st century, it's being aware of mental health issues and having the access to the support we and our loved ones need.

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