South Ballina Breakwall, 5‑metre swells. “A crew from Marine Rescue NSW responded, however their vessel rolled while crossing the Ballina bar in heavy conditions,” police said. A distress call went out about 6pm on Monday after a yacht ran aground at the breakwall in South Ballina. The boat capsized while crossing the May 5, 2026 · The Unfolding Tragedy at Ballina Bar On the evening of May 4, 2026, what began as a routine distress call near the South Ballina breakwall spiraled into one of the most heartbreaking maritime incidents in recent New South Wales history. Four people made it to shore, while three have been confirmed dead. To lose two Marine Volunteer Rescuers in the line of duty is a tragedy that is being felt right across our region. Bill Ewen, 74, died when a rescue boat flipped while trying to assist a struggling May 4, 2026 · Emergency services were contacted about 6. Marine Rescue NSW was May 5, 2026 · Ballina's Citizen of the Year Geoff Hutchinson was one of those volunteers, and suffered serious injuries during the rescue, 7News reports. . 15pm on Monday following reports a yacht appeared to be in trouble off the South Ballina breakwall. dsf, q3jkuw, v6tj, 4hv, xhx5, c4y, vb5, ahas, x9o, hbv,