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COUNCIL WORKING WITH EATERIES DURING COVID Cafes, restaurants and food retail businesses have certainly been through a lot of change throughout COVID-19. It is vital that these businesses stay up to date with changing Public Health Orders to keep their customers and staff safe.
Council’s Environmental Health Team has maintained contact with local food outlets throughout the pandemic to ensure that appropriate procedures are in place. Ongoing assistance is also being provided to ensure that all food outlets are implementing a COVID-19 Business Safety Plan, a requirement under Public Health Orders. Any food related concerns can be reported to Council’s Environmental Health Officer at pehd@ ballina.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 864 444.
For business tools and COVID-19 food safety guidelines, go to Council’s website at ballina.nsw.gov.au/foodpremises
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Ballina Shire Council is calling on qualified contractors to register on Council’s trade services panel of providers. See page 2 for details.
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from the mayor I’d like to welcome readers to Community Connect ‘Extra’ which supplements the quarterly Community Connect magazine.
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Council felt that in these uncertain times it is important to keep Ballina Shire residents and visitors up to date with measures including ‘Extras’ and eNews updates which can be subscribed to on Council’s website ballina.nsw.gov.au/enews If you are keen to know even more – Council’s Delivery Program and Operational Plan for 2020/21 – 2023/24 are also available on the website at ballina.nsw.gov.au/planning-and-delivery August 6 and 9 mark the 75th anniversaries of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Ballina Shire Council has joined a growing number of councils across Australia and the world to endorse the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons Cities Appeal. The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons was adopted at the UN in 2017 with the support of 122 countries with Australia still to join. Ballina Shire Council ratepayers were recently reissued their 2020/21 rates and charges notice as their first notice was sent in the incorrect envelope. The printer responsible for the error has covered these additional costs. We are fortunate to live in paradise with our beautiful beaches, the river, natural beauty and the productive hinterland. Council is continuing to work on providing extra facilities to ensure that everyone can experience our special place. Please continue to follow advice given by State and Federal Authorities regarding social distancing and proper hand washing and sanitising.
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TENDER – TRADE SERVICES
Ballina Shire Council is calling on qualified contractors to register on Council’s trade services panel of providers. We are looking for: • Electrical • Solar PV Systems • Plumbing and Drainage • On-Site Sewage Management Systems • Glazing • Painting • Building Maintenance and Construction works • Floor Coverings • Fencing • Tensile Shade Structures - Manufacture and Repairs • Demolition and Asbestos removal • Roller Doors
• Water Penetration Specialist Services • Locksmiths • Cabinet and Joinery Manufacture, and • Metal Fabrication Approved contractors will be added to Council’s pre-qualified panel of service providers for a three year period. To get yourself on this approved list of providers, you need to download Council’s tender documentation at tenders.ballina. nsw.gov.au/eTendering For further information contact Chris Allison, Council’s Coordinator Contracts on 1300 864 444. Tenders close: 2pm Tuesday 18 August 2020. Late tenders will not be accepted.
Our Community Our Future Our Draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2020/2021 - 2023/2024 has been adopted.
our community our future COM MUN ITY STR ATE GIC PLA N 201 7–2 027 ADOP TED 28 APRIL 2016
This key document outlines Council’s major activities and capital projects for the next four years. As a Council, we are the closest level of government to the community. Many of the services we provide such as water, wastewater, waste, open spaces, footpaths and drainage are all critical components of our day-to-day lives. It is therefore essential we provide the services our community needs. To get a more of an insight into what is planned download the Delivery Program/Operational Plan at ballina.nsw.gov.ua/planning-and-delivery
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Destination Management Plans assist tourism stakeholders to strategically align with regional objectives. This strategic alignment not only assists with their own operations and marketing but also when they apply for grant funding. The primary aim of the 2021 - 2030 DMP is to increase overnight visitor expenditure within the destination to $450 million by 2030 (tripling the 2009 value).
THE THREE KEY OBJECTIVES IDENTIFIED IN THE DRAFT DMP ARE: 1. Strengthen coordination of destination management 2. Raise the profile of the destination and its experiences 3. Encourage investment into recreational assets, product development and access improvements. The draft Destination Management Plan is on public exhibition from 27 July to 31 August 2020. The community is encouraged to view the documents online at ballina.nsw.gov.au For more information contact Alicia Wallace Team Leader Visitor Services on 02 6681 0512.
DAs Online – keeping you in the know Want to keep up to date with Development Applications in your area? The DAs Online section on Council’s homepage of the website is your portal to keeping up to date.
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Council develops policies when there is a legal obligation to fulfil an issue that requires consistent guidelines, or where there is a requirement to set a standard to carry out a function. We review each policy on a regular basis and any changes are reported to Council. Community consultation is a key element when reviewing and developing policies, and we make these available on our website for community feedback. The following policies were endorsed for public exhibition at the 23 July Council Meeting. VOLUNTARY PLANNING AGREEMENTS VPA (REVIEW) – this policy provides a framework for agreements between Council and developers. Under a VPA a developer agrees to provide or fund public amenities or infrastructure. This policy supports Council’s strategic approach to funding key projects and achieve specific land use planning outcomes. Enquiries: Simon Scott, Strategic Planner LIQUID TRADE WASTE (REVIEW) – this policy sets out how Council regulates discharges to the sewerage system from commercial and industrial premises such as mechanical workshops, supermarkets, manufacturing processes, health practitioners, educational facilities, restaurants and cafes. Enquiries: Amy Hart, Water and Trade Waste Technical Officer
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Click on the ‘Applications on Exhibition’ on the applications menu on the left side of the page. Specific applications can also be found via the ‘search’ function on this page. You can search by applications submitted this week or this month. You can also go into the search function and fill in the fields to find a particular street or application type.
COMMUNITY PROPERTY LEASING AND LICENSING (REVIEW) – this policy provides a process for granting leases and licences to notfor-profit sporting bodies, community groups and charitable groups for certain Council owned and managed land and buildings. Enquiries: Katie Miller, Property Officer Public comment on these policies is now open and closes Wednesday 26 August 2020. To view these documents and make a submission visit Council’s website ballina. nsw.gov.au/ExhibitionDocuments
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PROJECTS IN THE PIPELINE for 2020/2021
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Major projects planned for 2020/2021 include:
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport carpark and road improvements – $2M
Intersection Cherry Street and Fox Street – roundabout construction – $900k
Pop Denison Master Plan – $700k
Alstonville Swimming Pools amenities upgrade – $400k
Shaws Bay dredging – $900k
Wollongbar District Park construction including skate park – $1.35M
Ross Park playground upgrade Lennox Head – $400k
Installation of new picnic shelters and vegetation removal works have begun along the Pop Denison Park Foreshore. This work is part of Council’s Coastal Zone Management Plan to improve the ecosystem and facilities of Shaws Bay. The next stage of improvements will include:
DREDGING OF THE BAY
Lennox Head Village Renewal – $4.6M
FORESHORE IMPROVEMENTS ALONG POP DENISON PARK
BEACH NOURISHMENT OF EXISTING ACCESS POINTS AROUND THE BAY
Coastal Recreational Walk – $1.3M
EXPANSION AND RECTIFICATION WORKS ON GROYNES ON THE EASTERN ARM ALONG FENWICK DRIVE.
Lennox Head Rural Fire Service shed relocation – $900k
Marom Creek Water Treatment Plant upgrade – $4M
Wardell amenities upgrade – $180k
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The final path connecting Compton Drive into Pop Denison Park will also be completed. For more information and updates on the project go to major projects on Council’s website at ballina.nsw.gov.au.
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SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION Council is increasing its commitment to renewable energy by installing more solar panels across its centres. A new 70kW solar power system was recently installed at the Council Chambers in Cherry Street. This will significantly lower Council’s energy costs and reduce carbon emissions. When not in use, the system can provide 25kW back to the grid.
Lennox Head Cultural Centre sets the stage The Lennox Head Cultural Centre is set to reopen in September with its new name, new look and upgraded facilities. The first thing you will notice are the striking new look turrets that are now covered with zinc. The zinc will be ideal for keeping away corrosion and will last over 100 years. Their appearance will also change over time, as it ages, the zinc will develop a patina finish and throw blue and green colour tones. The centre also has a brand new roof with an 80 kilowatt solar system that will help to run the new airconditioning system throughout the venue. “We’ve also installed a new black ceiling to add to the atmosphere for live events and improved the insulation and wall linings to enhance the quality of the acoustics,” said Craig Brown, Manager Community Facilities. “We are excited to be unveiling the centre next month. It is now a facility that will cater for the diverse needs of our community, well into the future.”
An additional 10kW has been added to the existing 10kW system at Kentwell Community Centre. A new 80kW solar system has been installed at Lennox Head Cultural Centre, increasing its capacity by 40kW. The Council Depot is scheduled to have a 70kW system installed. Alstonville Cultural Centre will receive an additional 60kW, increasing total capacity to 70kW. Council is exploring opportunities to install solar panels on its other facilities.
Address: 1 Mackney Lane, Lennox Head NSW 2478, Phone: 02 6687 6291 communityspaces.com.au
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As part of Council’s commitment to increasing its use of renewable energy, the following facilities are going solar:
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Lennox Head has been a low-key and social, coastal village for some time. The community told us that these are essential characteristics to hold onto when making any improvements to the village. The Draft Concept Design for Lennox Head Village Centre looks at ways that we can improve public amenity and make better streets and places for people within the village centre whilst at the same time celebrating what makes it special. To create the plan we used community ideas from years of engagement. The Draft Concept Plans were on public exhibition from 12 June – 10 July 2020, and 112 submissions were received via the online feedback and email. Council staff have collated and analysed this feedback and made some minor alterations to the plans to best accommodate the key messages. The revised draft concept plans are scheduled for presentation to Council at its ordinary meeting on 27 August 2020.
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FUTURE ROAD NETWORK Council provides and maintains an extensive road network. We are committed to planning ahead to complete road and traffic upgrades to create an integrated traffic network to support a growing a community.
River Street duplication update Council is continuing to develop its plans to duplicate River Street from West Ballina into Ballina Island to address traffic congestion. The detailed design for the first section at West Ballina, Burns Point Ferry Road to Barlows Road is under development, with initial stormwater investigations and soil testing now complete. Council plans to complete this significant road infrastructure project in four sections, with the first section expected to start early 2021. The project plans were on public exhibition in November/December 2019 and endorsed by Council in January 2020. Keep an eye out in Council’s Enews for further details.
COMPLETED PROJECTS MAROM CREEK ROAD LANDSLIP RESTORATION AND ROAD RECONSTRUCTION SWIFT STREET, BALLINA
CURRENT PROJECTS THE COAST ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AT SKENNARS HEAD FOX STREET AND CHERRY STREET ROUNDABOUT
Airport Boulevard update The next stage of the Airport Boulevard project is about to commence with council to call tenders for the construction of the road and associated infrastructure. Stage 2 of the project will see the construction of the roadway, roundabouts, landscaping and underground utility services. Once complete, the arterial road will provide a gateway entrance to the airport and provide connectively for the future expansion of the Southern Cross Industrial Estate. For project information visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/airportboulevard
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Fox Street roundabout Ballina Shire Council is undertaking works at the intersection of Fox and Cherry Streets to improve motorist safety.
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The underground water main works are now complete and full construction of the roundabout commencing.
PIMLICO ROAD, PIMLICO CARRS BRIDGE – RIVER DRIVE, EMPIRE VALE RIVER STREET DUPLICATION
During construction the following traffic arrangements will be in place from 6 August 2020:
CHERRY STREET AT THE INTERSECTION WILL BE REDUCED TO ONELANE FOR SOUTH BOUND TRAFFIC ONLY CHERRY STREET NORTH BOUND TRAFFIC WILL BE DIVERTED ALONG BENTINCK AND MOON STREETS
AIRPORT BOULEVARD ROAD CONSTRUCTION (STAGE 2) MARTIN STREET/REGATTA AVENUE, BALLINA
FOX STREET AT CHERRY STREET WILL BE CLOSED TO THROUGHTRAFFIC Hospital parking will be maintained throughout construction. These works are expected to be completed by October 2020 (weather permitting). Council wishes to thank the community in advance for their patience during the works, and apologises for any inconvenience.
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For more information and updates on the project, including the road design, go to major projects on Council’s website at ballina.nsw.gov.au.
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Commemoration Park fitness equipment NEW WATERFRONT FITNESS PARK IN BALLINA
Commemoration Park on beautiful North Creek in Bentinck Street has been transformed into an exciting new outdoor fitness park. The park provides over 134 different exercises and includes instructional boards and app integration plus a shade structure still to come. Commemoration Park was chosen as a suitable location after a community consultation process. It was also chosen as there are two children’s playgrounds (Meldrum Park and Missingham Park) nearby. There are over 45 local parks and playgrounds in Ballina Shire. Find a park near you at ballina.nsw. gov.au/playgrounds
Wollongbar District Park update With the final touches being made to design plans, the construction of the new Wollongbar District Park is set to commence this financial year.
PLAYGROUND UPGRADES
The park will be a quality recreational space to cater to a growing population and appeal to broad community needs
Council has completed upgrades to the following playgrounds:
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Megan Crescent playground – new play equipment and swings, soft fall and shade sail
PUBLIC AMENITIES AND CARPARKING SKATE PARK, HALF BASKETBALL COURT, TABLE TENNIS
Shelly Beach swing set – new, larger swings and swing basket with bark soft fall
MULTI-PURPOSE CIRCUIT PATH WITH DISTANCE MARKERS EXERCISE EQUIPMENT
Ferngrove Park – new swing set and
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BBQS AND PARK FURNITURE LANDSCAPING, SHADE TREES AND RAINFOREST WALK. The park will be located on the corner of Plateau Drive and Rifle Range Road in Wollongbar.
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The project will cater to so many in the community and is great news for anyone who loves to keep active and being outdoors! To view the concept plans visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/wollongbardistrictpark
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WOLLONGBAR DISTRICT PARKLAND: FUN AND FITNESS FOR ALL CHALLENGING _ LEARNING _ CONNECTING : EMPOWERING BODIES _ MAKING MEMORIES
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GENERAL FEATURES 1. Car parking - 24 spaces (22 + 2 accessible) 2. Main parkland entrance - Recycled brick paving, seating, gardens and artwork 3. Main street footpath (2m wide) 4. Park interpretative footpath (1.5m wide) with pavement etchings providing historical information about the drive-in theatre or other related themes (solar navigational smart-lighting at night) 5. Site of former drive-in theatre screen. New collaborative art interpretative pillars (drive-in theatre theme) 6. Toilet Building - one male, one female and one unisex accessible toilet
PICNIC 10. Central BBQ (2 DDA BBQ cooking plates plus bench) and picnic tables 11. Informal picnic area with table settings (2 with shelters) and large shade trees
RAINFOREST MINI-ARBORETUM 7. Area 1- Subtropical rainforest species with a narrow walking trail and species information signage 8. Area 2 - Subtropical rainforest species with information signage along the pathway edge 9. Street and park trees including species tags
SKATE AND RIDE 16. Small skate park facility suitable for skate boards, scooters and park bikes with shaded seating area at western end (day use only with low level solar smart-security lighting at night) (Skatepark design by Enlocus) 17. Acoustic and observation mound.
GROUP FITNESS AREA 12. Fitness equipment (street workout and cross training) suitable for teenagers, adults and seniors 13. Climbing net (children and adults) 14. Juniors playground activity fort with slide and swing area (ages 3+) 15. Multi-purpose circuit pathway (250m long) with distance markers
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MULTI-FUNCTIONAL OPEN SPACE 18. Multi-functional open space for general use (painting, outdoor learning, ball games etc) 19. Multi-court (15m x 10m) with basketball ring and backboard 20. Outdoor table tennis on hardstand (6.25m x 4.5m)
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The $1.8 million investment has been funded by the State Government’s Restart NSW program through the Regional Growth Environment and Tourism Fund to the value of $750,000, with Ballina Shire Council providing the additional $1.05 million. Once complete, the new path will allow walkers to safely access this very special and unique section of the coastline while enjoying the natural environment. The walkway will be integrated with the natural landscape, retaining sections of existing grass, include new sections of gravel footpath and boardwalk. Council wishes to thank the community for their understanding during these works. The path is expected to be complete by the end of the year (weather permitting).
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Coastal Shared Path The final section of the shared path along The Coast Road from Skennars Head to Pat Morton Lookout is nearing completion. Council is looking forward to unveiling the path that will allow pedestrians and cyclists to commute safely between Lennox Head and Ballina with an alternative route along The Coast Road.
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For information and maps on Ballina’s Shared Path network, visit ballina. nsw.gov.au (search ‘Shared Path’).
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Learn about the special significance of the Ballina coastline to the Bundjalung people and their cultural heritage through 22 panels of interpretive information on the Coastal Recreational Path at Angels Beach, East Ballina. discoverballina.com.au/visit/aboriginal-cultural-ways
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The path is THERE to SHARE Shared paths are for both Pedestrians and Cyclists. CYCLISTS SHOULD: Give way to pedestrians Keep left unless overtaking Ride at low speeds in busy areas, when approaching corners and crests Ring your bell and slow down when approaching other path users Where possible, allow one metre space for pedestrians Move off the path if stopped.
stay safe and keep your distance 1.5 metres
PEDESTRIANS SHOULD: Keep to the left Travel in a predictable manner Listen for the sound of a bell and avoid moving into the path of a bike Supervise young children at all times Keep dogs on short leashes Move off the path if stopped.
You may have noticed this stickers on the shared paths and town centres as a reminder to keep 1.5 metres from other path users.
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Community Donations Council endorsed almost $100,000 worth of donations to assist community groups and sporting groups for 2020/2021. Assistance valued at over $70,000 will go to community organisations and $23,000 to sporting groups to assist with capital projects so that they can provide activities and services to the Ballina Shire community.
East Ballina Lions Club Inc – $3,500 for portable toilets for the Canal Road market site
SPORTING GROUPS CAPITAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Ballina Ministers Association Inc – $5,000 to stage Riverside Carols 2020
Northern Rivers Dirty Wheels Mountain Bike Club – $10,000 for improvements to mountain bike tracks. Ballina Hockey Club – $10,000 for the installation of electricity Alstonville Croquet Club – $945 for a rainwater tank Wardell and District Tennis Club Inc – $2,000 to replace lights at the club.
COMMUNITY GROUPS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic – $800 for event banners Ballina Hospital Auxiliary – $1,200 for venue hire and promotion of the Annual Craft Show Lennox Arts Board Inc – $1,800 for venue hire at the Lennox Head Cultural Centre Lennox Head Playgroup – $1,700 for venue hire at the Lennox Head Cultural Centre Cancer Council NSW – $550 for venue hire at the Kentwell Community Centre Ballina RSL – Lighthouse Day Club – $1,200 for venue hire at the Richmond Room Lions Club of Ballina Inc (Lioness Club Ballina Kings) – $2,915 for venue hire at the Richmond Room Lennox Head Residents’ Association Inc (Heritage Committee) – $350 for venue hire at the Lennox Head Cultural Centre Lismore Symphony Orchestra – $740 for venue hire at the Lennox Head Cultural Centre Lifeball – $1,750 for new equipment and venue hire at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre Lennox Head Residents Assoc Inc – $261 for venue hire at the CWA Hall Lennox Head Lennox Head Residents Assoc Inc (Boomerang Bags Committee) – $450 for venue hire at the CWA Hall Lennox Head Lions Club of Lennox Head – $900 costs associated with fundraising for charity groups Ballina Jet Boat Surf Rescue Inc – $10,000 for rescue vehicles supplies and insurance
Lennox Head Landcare – $400 mower and whipper snipper
Our Kids – $500 temporary fencing for Our Kids Day Out event Pearces Creek Public Hall Inc – $1,000 Hall insurance
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Riding for the Disabled Ballina Branch – $3,000 volunteers to State training Lennox Head Combined Sports Assoc Carols Committee – $5,000 to stage Lennox Head Christmas Carols
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Ballina Shire Concert Band – $950 to replenish band’s music library Wollongbar Progress Assoc Inc – $3,000 to purchase chairs and trolley for the Wollongbar Hall Mental Health Support Group – $5,000 to supply electricity to the group’s shed Alstonville Plateau Historical Society – $4,784 Council rates for Crawford House (2020/21). Ballina and District Historical Society Inc – $1,210 Council rates and onsite sewage management at Pimlico Hall Ballina Coastcare Inc – $1,800 for shelving, branding and weather cover for trailer Rous Mill & District Memorial Hall Inc – $2,000 for building insurance and replacement of doors and locks Lennox Head Residents Assoc Inc (Coastcare Committee) – $600 to purchase tools, materials for maintaining amenities Rous Mill Recreation Reserve – $1,409 to develop a picnic area at the reserve North Coast Academy of Sport – $1,000 education workshops for athletes and coaches Community Social Group Sewing – $500 for venue hire at the Northlakes Community Centre. Donations – Rates and Charges 2020/2021 – Council also approved the donation of $65,998 in rates and charges to community groups for 2020/2021.
For further details on recipients view the minutes from the 23 July 2020 Council meeting at ballina.nsw.gov.au/agendasand-minutes
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NORTHERN RIVERS COMMUNITY GALLERY NEWS
The Northern Rivers Community Gallery is located at 44 Cherry Street Ballina and is open Wednesday to Friday from 10am until 4pm and weekends from 9.30am until 1 pm. For further information contact the Gallery on telephone 02 6681 0530 or visit nrcgballina.com
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The Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) has recommenced the Bright Sparks Creative Kids Art programs at Ignite Studios. The Bright Sparks After-School Art program will run every Wednesday until 23 September. Classes will focus on the ‘Art of Nature’ with facilitator Cara MacLeod. Students will be introduced to making art with nature and learn how to use botanical inks, explore clay impressions, create public art and individual artworks from plant rubbings and printing with plants. Payment is essential to guarantee a place and once full, bookings will be closed. All materials
are included in each program. Please note – due to limited places and to ensure social distancing, bookings can only be taken for children over the age of eight. All classes are held at Ignite Studios, 60 Crane Street, Ballina. Book online at nrcgballina.com.au or phone 02 6681 0530. NRCG has developed a Covid-19 Safety Plan to comply with all current Public Health Orders outlined by the NSW Government, to ensure the safety of participants who attend workshops at Ignite Studios. You can find our Covid-19 Safety plan outline on our website: nrcgballina.com. au/v1/about/covid-safety-plan
upcoming exhibitions Exhibition Dates: 12 August – 18 October 2020
Unconditional Stories | Ballina Hospital and Lismore TAFE
Boundlessness | Bruno Kortenhorst
Eco-Land | Geoff Tolchard
On Orchard | Michael Stiegler
EXHIBITION CALLOUT Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) is currently inviting exhibition applications across all art forms from artists, artist groups and curators. Successful applicants will be offered a date between June and December 2021. Applications close 31 August 2020 Applications to be completed online Visit nrcgballina.com.au and click on Apply To Exhibit
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BRISBANE BULLETS BOUNCE INTO BALLINA The Brisbane Bullets are coming to Ballina to teach some of their star quality tricks and skills at a coaching clinic in August. The Bullets will shoot some hoops and share their skills with local basketballers at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre.
Alstonville Aquatic Centre Amenities upgrade The upgrades to the Alstonville Aquatic Centre are expected to be complete by the end of August. The $400,000 project to upgrade the male and female amenities and change rooms, accessible change room and kiosk will provide welcome improvements to this important facility. The pool will reopen at the beginning of September. For information phone Alstonville Aquatic Centre on 02 6628 0826.
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ACTIONS TO TAKE Alerts are issued via Council’s website ballina.nsw.gov.au and via your local radio station. Delay any unnecessary travel until conditions have cleared. Look out for your neighbours If water is overflowing street stormwater drains, refrain from using internal water eg: washing machines, dishwashers, baths, showers and flushing of toilets until the water has cleared. Watch for Council, SES and other State Government agency updates.
council contact information Ph: 1300 864 444 Email: council@ballina.nsw.gov.au Web: ballina.nsw.gov.au Street Address: 40 Cherry Street, Ballina Postal Address: PO Box 450, Ballina 2478 Office Hours: 8.15am to 4.30pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays) After hours contact: 02 6626 6954
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