Your local Council does. This can be a complicated process and many things need to be taken into consideration, so please do not allocate your own number.
Street names and street numbering are allocated when land is subdivided. If you live in an urban area and are unsure of your address, please contact Council.
Rural address numbers are allocated in a logical sequence based on the distance from the datum point (start of the road) to the property driveway. For example, a property numbered 620 means it is 6.2km from the datum point.
An alternate address may be available. Please contact council for further information.
Your allocated address, in most cases, will be your mailing address. For example:
| Resident name | J.A & B.C Bloggs |
| Property or business name (if applicable) |
"Wanderway" |
| Property Number Road Name |
1234 Alphabet Road |
| Locality State Postcode |
DOWNTOWN NSW 2488 |
However, you may use a private box or bag at your local post office or collect your mail c/- Post Office. Check with Australia Post for further information. Change your mailing address.
The illustration below shows examples of how numbers can be displayed at a property entrance for quick and easy identification.
Changes to address allocations are generally avoided unless it is confusing for emergency services.
Consistent, correctly allocated addressing ensures that the public, emergency services and other agencies have access to accurate and reliable address information.
Council allocates addresses as per the NSW Address policy and guidelines - Geographical Names Board of NSW which outlines the NSW Geographical Names Board and NSW Roads Act addressing requirements.
Contact Council on 1300 864 444 or complete the Customer Feedback Form and select 'Street Numbering'.
The General Manager
Ballina Shire Council
PO Box 450
Ballina NSW 2478
40 Cherry Street
Ballina NSW 2478
Opening Hours
8:15am - 4:30pm
Monday to Friday
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