If Ross Lane is your usual route, put two dates in the diary.

The full closure is scheduled to start on 19 October 2026, with reopening planned for 18 December, subject to weather and site conditions.

Temporary single-lane traffic arrangements are listed from 12 October, so allow extra time even before the full closure begins.

The works at Deadmans Creek will replace the existing culvert crossing with a wider concrete bridge and raise sections of the road to improve flood resilience.

During the closure, follow signed detours and check your travel plans before heading out.

Ballina Shire Council's project updates and Live Traffic NSW are the places to check as the reopening approaches.

Looking for a market outing this weekend? Here are a few options for Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October 2026, starting with an easy Sunday morning right here in Ballina.

The Ballina Farmers and Producers Market runs from 7am to 11am at Commemoration Park beside Missingham Bridge. Sunday 11 October is listed in the current event calendar.

Expect seasonal produce and locally made food, with coffee and breakfast options too. Bring your shopping bags, and perhaps a picnic blanket if you’d like to sit by North Creek afterwards. Dogs are welcome on leads.

For Saturday, Bangalow Farmers Market runs from 7am to 11am at Piccabeen Park, off Deacon Street. It’s a nearby option for food shopping, and a different event from the monthly showground market.

For a longer Sunday outing, The Channon Craft Market has confirmed 11 October at Coronation Park. There’s a mix of craft, plants and food, but leave your dog at home: this event is pet-free.

Older market guides can contain outdated locations and schedules, so check the organiser before travelling. Our article brings together the useful details and points you towards current information. Pick the morning that suits you, grab a bag and leave a little room for something you hadn’t planned to buy.