In an emergency, always call triple zero (000). It’s a free call from any phone, mobile or phone box.
For other urgent medical issues, go to an Emergency Department.
Our Emergency Departments are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week:
Ballina District Hospital is a rural community hospital providing a wide range of public healthcare services.
Click on a service to learn more, or download the Patient Information Guide here.
Visitor Information: From Saturday 8 June, in response to an increase in respiratory viruses circulating in Northern NSW, visitors are encouraged to wear a mask while in clinical areas, and use hand sanitiser.
24 hours per day: 7 days a week
General Visiting Hours: 10am to 8pm. See individual wards/units for location specific times.
Free onsite and street parking is available. Please refer to street signs or refer to the local council for restrictions
There is a drop off zone at the main entrance on Cherry Street.
Main Switchboard
(02) 6620 6400
Executive Officer/Director of Nursing
Melanie Allan-Male
(02) 6620 6400
Deputy Director of Nursing
Denise McCall
(02) 6620 6202
Director Medical Services
Dr Katherine Willis Sullivan
(02) 6620 2353