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Have you used your Dine & Discover vouchers?
All NSW residents aged 18 and over can apply for 4 vouchers worth $100 in total. 2 x $25 Dine NSW vouchers for dining in restaurants, cafes, bars, wineries, pubs and clubs. 2 x $25 Discover NSW vouchers for entertainment and recreation, including cinemas, cultural institutions, live music, and arts venues. Download vouchers and find participating businesses at service.nsw.gov.au/campaign/ dine-discover-nsw
NEW WAY OF LODGING DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS The process for lodging a planning application with Ballina Shire Council changes from 28 June 2021.
The NSW Planning Portal is a digital platform used to lodge planning applications. The platform is already being used by a number of Council’s across NSW. As required by the NSW State Government, all councils will be using the new platform from 1 July 2021. Hardcopy documents and applications emailed to Council will no longer be accepted after 28 June 2021. This means customers will need to lodge planning applications via planningportal.nsw.gov.au See Page 15 for details on the new way of lodging planning applications
attend community information sessions on 4, 5 and 6 May 2021 To hear more about Council’s Draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan see page 10 for details
See Page 10 for candidate information session details
UPDATE FROM THE MAYOR
from the mayor Ballina was in the spotlight prior to Easter and we all wondered how life would be impacted.
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I am very proud of how our community responded and I’d like to thank you all for your responsible actions. It’s the community that makes our shire the great place that it is.
Council meetings at a glance A great number of items and issues get discussed at Council meetings. Here is some of what was discussed at the Ordinary Council meeting on 22 April 2021.
In support of our community, take a look at Council’s Community Donations Program that is now open. This is a great opportunity to apply for funds to assist your Community or Sporting Group. Applications close Friday 28 May 2021. See page 3 for details. Community feedback is now being sought on Council’s Draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan for 2021/22 - 2024/25. The draft plan contains key actions, services and major capital works to be delivered over the next four years. This period will remain challenging as our shire continues to grow and we strive to maintain the essential infrastructure required, especially given the financial impacts from COVID. The plan will be on exhibition until 28 May 2021. Council is also running information sessions that you can attend in person or online. See page 10 for details. Council is also interested in your views about broader community climate change actions. Australia has committed to a staged emissions reduction target of 26-28% by 2030, while the State Government has committed to a 35% reduction in emissions by 2030, and net zero by 2050. Council’s draft Climate Change Policy proposes operational targets that are more ambitious than the state and federal targets. The draft plan will be on public exhibition soon and we want to hear your views. See page 14 for details. Enjoy the change of season and stay well. Cr David Wright
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FLAT ROCK TENT PARK MANAGEMENT
New Rural Fire Shed to be built on the corner of Byron Bay Road and Hutley Drive and the site will also include a new preschool facility.
Council has accepted the tender and awarded the contract for the management of Flat Rock Tent Park.
NORTHERN RIVERS WILDLIFE HOSPITAL
BALLINA FARMERS MARKET EXPANSION REQUEST
Council will prepare a planning proposal to amend the LEP to permit with consent a veterinary hospital and information and educational facility at Wollongbar.
Council will proceed to prepare a development application for a larger scale farmers market at Commemmoration Park in Ballina.
To view the full agenda and minutes visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/agendasandminutes
Online services Council’s Community Portal is live and waiting for you to visit. The online platform is your one-stop-shop and allows you to interact with Council online 24/7. The portal now has over 900 registered users including residents, business and real estate agents. Using the portal you can:
Photos included in this issue of Community Connect may have been taken before Covid-19 social distancing requirements and safety measures were introduced.
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AND MORE! Visit and start exploring the Community Portal at ballina.nsw.gov.au/communityportal
Register and link your accounts for a more personalised experience that will continue to improve as we increase our online services.
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COMMUNITY DONATIONS PROGRAM NOW OPEN The draft 2021/22 Operational Plan provides funding through our donations programs to assist community based groups deliver services to our residents.
PROJECTS IN THE PIPELINE for 2021 Major projects planned for 2021 include: River Street Duplication - Stage 1 $3.7m (underway)
Applications are now being sought for the following donation programs:
DONATIONS - FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS
Pop Denison upgrade $1m
Enquiries: Luke Marshall, Open Spaces Development Officer, Ph 1300 864 444.
Wollongbar District Park $1.5m (underway)
For eligibility criteria and to apply, download the policies and application form at ballina.nsw.gov.au/Donations
Ross Park playground upgrade Lennox Head $800k
Lennox Head Village Renewal $6m
Airport Boulevard Construction Stage 2 $10m (underway)
Lennox Head Rural Fire Service relocation $1.3m
Marom Creek Water Treatment Plant upgrade $4m
Wollongbar Stage 3 Subdivision $4.4m (underway)
Enquiries: Jay Ellis, Administration Officer, Ph 1300 864 444.
DONATIONS - CAPITAL WORKS ASSISTANCE FOR COMMUNITY SPORTING GROUPS
Submissions close: Friday 28 May 2021.
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Bike station and solar lights for Park Lane A bicycle repair station and pump along with solar powered pedestrian lighting will be installed in Park Lane, Lennox Head in the coming weeks as part of the Streets as Shared Spaces - A Slow Path Not a Fast Shortcut project.
PROJECTS IN THE PIPELINE
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The project, which has involved the installation of a range of temporary traffic calming features and streetscape enhancements, has generally been well received by the community. However Council has made some adjustments in response to community feedback, including relocation of the mobile parklet closer to the skate park to provide more public seating. Council will launch an online survey in the coming months inviting the community to provide formal feedback. The Streets as Shared Spaces – A Slow Path Not a Fast Shortcut project has included the installation of a temporary roundabout on Ballina Street that aims to slow traffic as it enters the village centre and facilitate better traffic flow out of Allens Parade. The speed limit has also been reduced to 30km/h around the Lennox Head village centre to improve pedestrian safety. A number of raised speed humps have been installed and although these are not formal pedestrian crossings, they act to slow traffic and make it easier for pedestrians to cross the road. This project is proudly funded by the NSW Government’s ‘Streets as Shared Spaces’ program. For more information and to subscribe to receive project updates by email visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/LennoxVillageVision
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AIRPORT BOULEVARD CONSTRUCTION
Construction of the Airport Boulevard project is well underway. Currently the crews are installing water, sewer, electrical and storm water services, while construction of the road pavement has commenced at Southern Cross Drive.
COMPLETED PROJECTS MARTIN STREET/REGATTA AVENUE, BALLINA CARRS BRIDGE, RIVER DRIVE, EMPIRE VALE
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Traffic detours remain in place at the airport, which may restrict the flow of traffic through the airport precinct, including drop-off zones and car parking areas. During construction, traffic and parking arrangements at the airport include:
ALL TRAFFIC TO ENTER THE AIRPORT PRECINCT BY TURNING LEFT AT SEVEN MILE BREWING AND FOLLOWING ONSITE SIGNAGE
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF EXISTING CARPARK ENTRIES/EXITS
AIRPORT BOULEVARD CONSTRUCTION (STAGE 2) LIGHTHOUSE PARADE UPGRADE RIVER STREET DUPLICATION (STAGE 1) TAMARIND DRIVE – TINTENBAR INTERSECTION
TRAFFIC DETOURS VIA SOUTHERN CROSS DRIVE NO CHANGE TO DROP OFF/PICK UP LOCATION (OUT FRONT OF TERMINAL) TAXI RANK AND BUS STOP REMAIN IN SAME LOCATION, WITH CHANGED DIRECTION TO ACCESS Vehicles will access the construction site via Boeing Avenue. Access to the Ballina Homemaker Centre remains as normal, however the community should expect increased traffic in this area. For project information and to subscribe to email updates visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/AirportBoulevard
WOLLONGBAR SPORTING FIELDS
FUTURE PROJECTS ELTHAM ROAD, ELTHAM FERNLEIGH ROAD, FERNLEIGH KAYS LANE, RUSSELTON ESTATE, WOLLONGBAR
Airport aprons get a facelift The airport aprons at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BBGA) are receiving some important TLC. The airport apron is where aircraft are parked, unloaded or loaded, refuelled, or boarded. It is critical for airport aprons to be meticulously maintained for many reasons, including the need for aircraft to park on a precisely level surface to take accurate fuel readings. Pavement works on the Bay 3 airport apron were carried out last month, with a crew working overnight to profile out the area, strengthen the base, and lay fresh asphalt. Works on Bay 4 are scheduled for 3 May from 6pm until approximately 2am, weather permitting. The works will require additional lighting and may generate night noise.
For updates on road closures visit myroadinfo.com.au
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BBGA thanks the community for their patience while this important maintenance is carried out.
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Refinements to the ‘Ballina Landscape Entry Treatment Master Plan’ - River Street
Further investigations into the feasibility of implementing two new bus stops in this locations is recommended.
Bird footprint stencil (sand/water blasting application) over plain concrete.
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Next phases of Stage 1 With Phase 1 (adjacent to Riverbend Residential Estate) and Phase 2 (opposite Emmanuel Anglican College) almost complete, construction will soon commence in the main section of the upgrade, between Quays Drive and Barlows Road. Before construction commences on the northern side of River Street (Phases 3 - 7), vegetation will be removed from the entire length of the median strip. Once vegetation is cleared, water-filled barriers will be set up east of Bunnings (Phase 3) and road construction will commence. Construction will progress through to Phase 7 as each phase is completed. During these works the following traffic changes will be in place:
EXISTING SINGLE TRAVEL LANES WILL BE MAINTAINED WHERE POSSIBLE STREET PARKING REDUCED AND AT TIMES UNAVAILABLE SPEED LIMIT REDUCED TO 40KM/HR IN CONSTRUCTION ZONES RIGHT TURN INTO RONAN PLACE PERMANENTLY REMOVED IN PHASE 6 BUS SHELTERS TEMPORARILY RELOCATED Register for project updates at ballina.nsw.gov.au/RiverStreetDuplication
Improved pedestrian and cycling amenity is at the heart of this new safety project by Ballina Shire Council.
Low planting to maintain sight-lines to entry statement to be installed (maximum mature height 600 mm)
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The Lighthouse Parade Pedestrian Precinct and Road Safety Project will improve safety on both the road and shared path of Lighthouse Parade, East Ballina. The project along the 500 metre length of Lighthouse Parade to Fenwick Drive aims to improve the visual amenity and safety with kerb and guttering, car parking, and traffic calming devices. The existing fencing alongside the shared path will be replaced with formalised kerb and guttering, and will provide space from the kerb to the edge of the shared path. This will provide safe clearance from parked cars and prevent vehicles from obstructing the shared path. A High Pedestrian Activity zone will also be introduced along Lighthouse Parade. This will include a flat top road hump midway along Lighthouse Parade, to assist in slowing traffic together with High Pedestrian Activity signage. The posted speeds will be reduced from 50km/h to 40km/h. The total cost of the project is $211,950, with funding through the NSW Safer Roads Program ($103,000), Transport for NSW Network & Safety Services ($36,000), and Federal Government Black Spot Program ($72,950). Council is committed to completing the works this financial year (weather and site conditions permitting). For project information visit ballina.nsw.gov. au/Lighthouse-Parade-Upgrade
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NEW AUSTRALIAN CITIZENS
Welcome to our new Aussie Citizens
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With open hearts we recently welcomed 16 new Australia Citizens to our nation and shire. Say G’day to our newest Aussie citizens who now call Australia home. They come from many nations including Hungary, United Kingdom, Philippines, South Africa, USA, France and Scotland. DISTRIBUTION ORGANISATION INCEPTION WEBINAR
2021 LIVEABILITY CENSUS
Be part of Australia’s largest community-led social research project led by Place Score. The 2021 Liveability Census aims to capture what really matters to our communities and how our cities, towns and neighbourhoods are performing today. Ballina Shire Council encourages residents in Ballina Shire to complete the survey to establish a sound baseline for future benchmarking. The survey takes approximately 12 minutes to complete and the survey closes 30 June 2021. To complete the survey by 30 June 2021 visit placescore.org/dc NOTE: The Australian Bureau of Statistics Census will also be conducted in 2021. The next national Census will be held on Tuesday 10 August 2021. This Census is a snapshot of who we are and tells the story of how we are changing. It is used to inform many things, from planning, schools, healthcare and roads to local services for individuals, families and communities. For more information visit abs.gov.au/census1
Wollongbar District Park The construction of the Wollongbar District Park, on the corner of Plateau Drive and Rifle Range Road, is well and truly underway. It is exciting to see some elements of the park being completed, however it is still a construction zone. In the interests of public safety, the site will remain closed until the whole park is complete. Once complete the park will include:
PUBLIC AMENITIES AND CARPARKING
SKATE PARK, EXERCISE EQUIPMENT, HALF-SIZE BASKETBALL COURT, TABLE TENNIS, AND MULTI-PURPOSE CIRCUIT PATH WITH DISTANCE MARKERS PLAYGROUND INCLUDING CLIMBING NET PICNIC AREAS, BBQS AND PARK FURNITURE LANDSCAPING, SHADE TREES AND RAINFOREST WALK. For information about this project visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/WollongbarDistrictPark
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The current intersection is complex and has a significant vehicle collision history. Since the highway bypass completion traffic has decreased and the dominant traffic flow is now Tamarind Drive North, to and from Tintenbar Road. This upgrade will include:
Road widening and new lane along Tamarind Drive North
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SEVEN MILE BEACH south of identified beach access track located just north of Lennox Head/ Alstonville Surf Lifesaving Club
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This upgrade will deliver a simplified intersection with Tamarind Drive North as the dominant through road, clear rights of way, improved visibility and line marking, and reduced vehicle speeds through the intersection. During construction Tamarind Drive and Tintenbar Road will be reduced to one lane with traffic control in place and speed limits are reduced to 40km/h in construction zones. For more information visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/ TamarindDriveTintenbarRoadIntersection
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Ballina Memorial Pool & Waterslide Lee and Vicki Fitzgerald 02 6686 3771 Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 5.30am - 7pm Saturday 7am - 6pm | Sunday 8am - 5pm Find them on Facebook
Pearces Creek Bridge Ballina Shire Council has secured over $2.2 million for a new Pearces Creek bridge, bringing the total funds for the project to over $4 million. The additional funding means the project can now go ahead. Mayor David Wright welcomed the additional funding, announced last month under the NSW Government’s Fixing Country Bridges Program. The federal government had previously allocated $2 million through round five of the Bridge Renewal Program. “Pearces Creek Bridge is an important transport link for our community connecting Lismore and Ballina Shire, schools, businesses, as well as residents,” said Mayor Wright.
Alstonville Aquatic Centre
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Greg and Kelly Fettell 02 6628 0826 Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 5.30am - 7pm Saturday 7am - 5pm | Sunday 10am - 5pm
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The project will improve safety for road users, reduce maintenance costs and reinstate the bridge from one lane to two lanes. The project is expected to be completed within a 2 year timeframe to meet the two Government funding agreements.
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NORTHERN RIVERS COMMUNITY GALLERY
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current exhibitions Exhibition Dates: 5 May to 27 June 2021
Map of Water | Rebecca Cook | BSA Graduate Award MAY -
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J UN E Cook is the recipient of the 2019 Byron School of Art (BSA) Graduate Award. She employs a rhythmic process of printing and stitching which result in formal arrangements. Her work has a comfort comparable to water.
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Image: Rebecca Cook, Map of Water, 2021
Exhibition Dates: 30 June - 22 August 2021
The Widening Gyre | Alex Mankiewicz J U LY
Remembered Felt Imagined Marita Kohl, Kate Henson & Laura Tate
AUG UST Two series of paintings reflecting upon the crises of our present moment, Covid-19 and the environmental and societal stress present before the virus appeared. Countering fear and anomia, the sense that social order is collapsing, both series are grounded in a historical perspective that adds context to our time. Image: Alex Mankiewicz, Surely Revelation, 2019
Three artists working in distinct ways with a variety of mediums. They seek to find common ground in their differing approaches appealing to this idea in a wider communal sense. Image: Kate Henson, Looking West, 2020
Title (3) | Katie Cross
2020 Graduates & Program Relaunch SCU Art & Design
Cross explores how emotions, thoughts and past experiences interlace themselves and colour her current experience. The layers in her work represent aspects of self. At times these layers appear nonsensical or overwhelming, like the experiences she is articulating. Image: Katie Cross, Overwhelm2, 2020
After their 2020 studies were disrupted by Covid-19, recent graduates from Southern Cross University’s Art & Design program shine in this exhibition, highlighting the University’s affiliation with some of Northern New South Wales’ most promising contemporary artists.
Culture Vultures | Bec King, Nathan Gooley, Madeleine Webster & Quinlyn Seikot
Image: Fabian Pertze, A Body That Slept Warm Through Winter, 2020
volunteer at the gallery Calling for expressions of interest for volunteers to support the gallery assisting with front-of-house operations and customer service on Friday afternoons and weekends. For more information and to apply visit nrcgballina.com.au
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A group exhibition by artists from REDinc. Supported Art Studio, in Lismore. The artists explore concepts of culture inspired by their heritage, popular culture and community. Through individual choice of media and subject they have portrayed what they determine as culturally important to them. Image: Nathan Gooley, Peacock, 2020
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LENNOX HEAD CULTURAL CENTRE This high quality venue comprises of a main auditorium perfect for hosting large events, live performances, conferences and gala dinners. The venue can accommodate up to 550 people and is fitted with tiered retractable seating. There are separate meeting rooms available for hire for smaller gatherings, or combine the rooms for meetings up to 90 people. Enquire today on 02 6687 6291 or visit communityspaces.com.au
live events at lennox
JAZZ BY THE SEA Saturday 29 May 2021
SURF TALK AND JAM Saturday 8 May 2021
Jazz lovers, get ready to dance! Presented by the Lennox Arts Board, two world-class jazz bands, The Well Swung Daddies and the Denson Baartz Quartet will be sure to get you up on your feet. Food and drink availabe for purchase on the night from 6pm, cheese platters also available to pre-order.
Join legendary film maker, Jack McCoy at his highly acclaimed surf talk, film and live music event. Enjoy a mix of story-telling, never seen before film clips and photos from Jack’s 45 year career unearthing some of the best waves on the planet. Show starts at 7pm, bar open for drinks from 6pm.
Book your tickets online at communityspaces.com.au
RICHMOND ROOM This large function venue on the foreshore of the Richmond River can accommodate up to 250 people. 50% discount for community and not-for-profit groups. Take a virtual tour of the venue. Visit communityspaces.com.au or call 02 6687 6291
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2021 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS Saturday 4 September 2021
Are you ready to make a difference and stand for your community? The next election for the Ballina Shire Council will be held on Saturday 4 September 2021. Local government elections in NSW are held every 4 years. Due to the 2020 election being postponed by a year, the current Council will serve for a 5-year term and the new Council that is elected at the 2021 election will serve for a 3-year term. WHAT QUALITIES DO I NEED TO BE A SUCCESSFUL COUNCILLOR? You don’t need any formal qualifications to be a councillor. However, you do need to be ethical, open and honest. The following attributes are also helpful: Keen to learn Communication skills Time management and organisational skills Problem solving skills
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Teamwork skills. It’s also important to talk to your family and friends about how you would balance your work and personal commitments. Councillors are required to read council business papers, attend meetings and represent their council at events. INFORMATION SESSIONS FOR PROSPECTIVE CANDIDATES If you would like to know more about becoming a councillor, attend one of the upcoming information sessions: Monday 7 June 5.30pm at Ballina Indoor Sports Centre meeting rooms, Cherry Street, Ballina Tuesday 8 June 5.30pm at Mullumbimby Civic Hall 55 Daley Street, Mullumbimby July online candidate information session (date and time to be advised) RSVP at ballina.nsw.gov.au/2021-local-government-election CHECK IF YOU CAN VOTE If you’re a resident in the Ballina Shire you can check if your enrolment details are up to date by visiting check.aec.gov.au
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SEEKING COMMUNITY FEEDBACK Ballina Shire Council’s Draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2021/22 - 2024/25, will be on exhibition until 28 May 2021 and Council will be seeking community feedback. General Manager, Paul Hickey, said the plans provide key actions and services for the 2021/22 financial year and summarise our major capital works and longer-term financial information. “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,” said Mr Hickey. “The next four years promise to remain challenging as our shire continues to grow and we strive to maintain our essential infrastructure and provide new infrastructure, as and when required.”
Note: Ballina Shire does not hold electoral information for local residents.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSIONS
REGISTER TO VOTE AS A NON-RESIDENT
With the easing of COVID restrictions, community information sessions will return and will be hosted from 6pm on the following dates:
If you’re not a resident of Ballina Shire, you may be entitled to vote if you own, occupy or lease property in Ballina Shire as a corporation, business or individual. Register as a non-resident of Ballina Shire at ballina.nsw.gov.au/2021-local-government-election Registrations close Monday 28 June 2021. The NSW Electoral Commission manages the Local Government election for Ballina Shire Council. For further information and key election dates or candidate information contact the NSW Electoral Commission office: elections.nsw.gov.au candidates@elections.nsw.gov.au 1300 022 011
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Tuesday 4 May 2021 livestream only Join the meeting at ballina.nsw.gov.au (questions for the General Manager can be emailed to qanda@ballina.nsw.gov.au throughout the session) Wednesday 5 May 2021 Wardell War Memorial Hall Thursday 6 May 2021 Lennox Head Cultural Centre For more information visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/Planning-andDelivery
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RATES, FEES AND CHARGES 2021/22 Rates, waste, water and wastewater charges are the primary sources of income that enable Ballina Shire Council to provide essential services for our shire. Even though Council will return a deficit for the 2020/21 financial year, it is doing everything possible to minimise the burden on ratepayers. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our community in so many ways; socially and economically. Throughout this challenging time, Council has continued to maintain essential services while providing additional support to business and residents. Council’s Long Term Financial Plan (10-year-timeframe) predicts the General Fund will not return to surplus for the entire 10-year period. Therefore, Council needs to look at expense savings or extra revenue, or both, to ensure sustainability.
Fees and charges Despite the current deficit, Council is not proposing significant changes to its 2021/22 fees and charges. The majority of fees have been increased in line with Consumer Price Index (CPI). The CPI is an important economic indicator that provides a general measure of price inflation. It measures the average change over time in prices paid by households for a fixed basket of goods and services.
2021/22 FORECAST CASH INFLOWS $172.7m Developer contributions $6.5m Operating grants & contributions $8.9m Other revenues $12.7m Loan funds $25.1m Capital grants & contributions $31.1m User fees & charges
$31.2m
Rates and annual charges $57.2m
New fees have been proposed for the Community Facilities section that will provide greater flexibility and value for money for customers. For example, a new half-day hire charge is proposed for the meeting rooms at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre, which previously only provided hourly or full-day hire charges. A number of waste fees are set to increase slightly, while others will be reduced. The fee for disposing scrap metal at the Waste Management Centre will be removed all together. Casual swimming pool entry fees and ferry tickets will remain the same, apart from small increases to season/annual passes. Water charges are proposed to increase by 3.5%. This higher than CPI increase is required due to an increase in the cost of purchasing water from Rous County Council. Wastewater charges are proposed to increase by only 1% with Council balancing out the overall impacts to the ratepayer.
Ordinary rates The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has announced a rate peg limit of 2.0% for the 2021/22 rating year. Council is proposing to increase rates by the peg amount. For example, under the proposed rate structure for 2021/22, residential properties with a land valuation of $350,000 would pay an additional $22 per year.
2021/22 FORECAST CASH OUTFLOWS $172.7m Council reserves applied $5.3m Loan principal repayments $6.3m
What is rate pegging? The rate peg determines the maximum percentage amount by which a council may increase its general income for the year, unless it has a special rate application approved. This rate peg is determined by IPART. The rate peg does not apply to stormwater, waste collection, water and wastewater charges. The rate peg applies to general income in total, and not to individual ratepayer’s rates. This means that councils may increase categories of rates by more than, or less than the rate peg percentage, as long as the total increase in general income remains within the rate peg.
Water fund operating $11.9m Wastewater fund operating $13.8m General fund operating $60.1m Capital expenditure $75.2m
An individual ratepayer’s rates are also affected by other factors, such as land values determined by the Valuer General of NSW. For further details view page 62 of the 7 April 2021 Finance Committee Agenda at ballina.nsw.gov.au/Agendas-and-Minutes
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FUTURE WATER PROJECT 2060 on public exhibition FUTURE WATER PROJECT 2060
PROJECT STAGES 2021–2060
Our mission – to secure our region a high quality drinking water supply for current and future generations and continue to deliver ongoing water conservation measures.
Over the next 40 years Rous will take a 3 stage approach to investigating, implementing and securing our region’s water supply.
The challenges • Population growth forecasts indicate a 37% increase in drinking water demand by 2060 • Climate forecasts predict a reduction in available surface water of 22% by 2060 • On current growth, water demand will exceed reliable supply by 2024
Our communities Byron Shire, Ballina Shire, Lismore City and Richmond Valley. A supply area of over 3,000 km2, encompassing growing and diverse communities.
Acknowledgment of country
COMPLETED PROJECTS
Rous County Council acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which it works and pays respect to Elders past, present and future. We’re committed to working in partnership with the traditional custodians of the Bundjalung Nation.
2021–2025 focuses on maximising the efficiencies of our existing water sources by undertaking innovative water conservation programs and upgrading existing community infrastructure, at the Marom Creek Water Treatment Plant and its existing network of groundwater bores. This stage also commences the planning for a pilot purified recycled water treatment plant to obtain community acceptance of the advance purification technology, as well as complete further investigations into the opportunities of purified recycled water as an indirect water supply option.
STAGE 2 – Meeting the short-term growth in our region 2026–2029 focuses on the further delivery of contemporary water conservation measures and delivery of a new groundwater scheme in the Byron Shire area. This stage will commence planning for future groundwater sources and the construction and verification process of the pilot purified recycled water treatment plant. This will coincide with a broad community education program about the benefits of purified recycled water.
STAGE 3 – Delivering long-term water security 2030–2060 focuses on being agile and keeping all appropriate options available to respond to a changing climate and advancements in technology. This stage is critical in determining and implementing the most cost effective and sustainable option to secure the region’s long-term water supply to 2060 and beyond.
Future potential options
Continuously adapt to the challenges of a changing climate and a growing population.
WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT AT SUVLA STREET, EAST BALLINA
Ensure a decision making process that seeks to balance environmental and cultural imperatives with feasibility costs and ongoing financial viability.
CURRENT PROJECTS
Rous County Council have revised their strategic direction that includes activating existing groundwater sources fulltime in Alstonville and utilising underground aquifers in Tyagarah as well as implementing more innovative water saving measures and finding ways to overcome the barriers to using purified recycled water for drinking purposes in NSW.
STAGE 1 – Key short-term actions
WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT AS PART OF Our guiding principles RIVER STREET DUPLICATION (STAGE 1) PROJECT Secure a healthy, reliable, sustainable water supply, compatible with and welcomed by our communities.
Have your say on the revised draft Future Water Project 2060 until Friday 28 May 2021.
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Further Groundwater schemes
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Purified recycled water schemes
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Seawater desalination (local and regional)
A forecast
16,000 ML p.a. required by 2060
Rous County Council. 218-232 Molesworth Street, Lismore NSW 2480. Tel: (02) 6623 3800 council@rous.nsw.gov.au
WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT AT CRANE STREET, BALLINA
FUTURE WATER PROJECT 2060 Securing water supply for our region Please head to our website for more information or to submit your feedback rous.nsw.gov.au/futurewater facebook.com/RousCountyCouncil
“Our revised approach provides a suitable alternative following the decision last year not to proceed with further investigations into the Dunoon Dam,” Rous County Council’s Chairperson Keith Williams said. “Despite this refocus, the critical water security challenges facing our regional supply from forecast population growth and changing climate conditions still remain. “Transforming the local government owned bores around Alstonville into a primary water source is a priority, especially as it will ensure we can keep up with forecast demand from 2024.
Rous County Council
To find out more and provide feedback by Friday 28 May visit rous.nsw.gov.au/futurewater
“The revised future water project sets out a staged approach under which additional groundwater sources are gradually brought online, while at the same time enhanced demand management initiatives and potential purified recycled water schemes are identified,” Chairperson Williams said.
FUTURE PROJECTS UPGRADE TO MAROM CREEK WATER TREATMENT PLANT MEMBRANE REPLACEMENT AT LENNOX HEAD WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT ACCESS UPGRADE AT BASALT COURT DRINKING WATER RESERVOIR LENNOX HEAD WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OCEAN OUTFALL SWITCHBOARD AND PUMPS REPLACEMENT
Water Meter replacement program Water meters are mechanical devices that wear with use and age. In order to make sure that our meters continue to read accurately, Ballina Shire Council maintains a proactive meter replacement program across the shire. As part of this program, Want Gas Plumbing has been engaged to replace 4,000 residential water meters over the next two years.
YOUR WAT HAS BEEN RER METER EPLACED
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We have goo d news – Bal lina Shire Cou Water Team ncil’s has replac ed your pro water meter. perty’s Council rep laces water that are old meters or faulty. Our shire’s drinking wa ter network over 350km has of pipes and more than water meter 14,000 s that delive r water to and busine homes sses across our commu property wit nity. Every h running water must water meter hav ea connected . Water meter s are a cou ncil asset and responsibility it’s our to ensure the correctly, and y are workin g replace the m when the malfunctio y n. Your new wa ter meter is now install ready to use ed and !
Water meter replacements are underway in Wollongbar. Other locations will follow in the next two years, based on the age of the meters. Council has approximately 14,000 water meters servicing customers, with 4,000 of these more than 15 years old. This renewal program will cost approximately $680,000 and will play an important role in maintaining our water infrastructure for the future. Residents will receive a knock on the door to notify them before their water is briefly turned off during replacement works. Individual water meter replacement takes less than 30 minutes. If no one is home a calling card will be left to notify customers that their meter has been replaced. For more information visit ballinawater.com.au
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WASTE WATCH
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Waste Calendars
HuskeeSwap
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This year, we’re moving towards a more sustainable way for residents to access information on their waste collection days.
Huskee Cups are an award winning durable and reusable cup design made from a combination of spent coffee husks and recycled food grade plastic. The HuskeeSwap company offers a service where participating cafes swap out your Huskee cup (that’s then hygienically cleaned) for a freshly cleaned one from their existing stock.
For the 2021/2022 waste calendar, we will: Introducing HuskeeSwap Introducing HuskeeSwap Feature a waste calendar lift-out
HuskeeSwap is our cup exchange designed to not guide in the next issue of Community only makecoffee using reusables more convenient but cup FREE with every Huskee Connect (distributed from 21 June) enable cafes to transition away from single-use swap from disposable cups. 12 - 18 April for the first
By making reusables more convenient and hygienic, we hope to reduce the amount of single-use coffee cups going to landfill.
Continue to provide an easy to search
for Council’s website 50 orders atcalendar each ofonhave these participating It's FREE for users once you purchased a HuskeeCup and Lid. All you need to do is bring your
Print a small batch of calendars for cafes Lennox Head: cup and in lid and hand them over when you order.
Participating cafes in Lennox Head:
Stay up to date with the growing list of registered cafes in and around the region by downloading the HuskeeSwap app.
SEPTE MBER
Did you know that last year we printed 22,500 waste calendars, equivalent to eight boxes of A4 printing paper?
Launched in Lennox Head last month, coffee lovers enjoyed free coffee during launch week with every Huskee cup swapped.
SEED & HUSK QUATTRO CLASSIC LENNOX WILLIAMS ST KITCHEN & BAR SHELTER KIOSK LENNOX BEACH KOPI LENNOX
collection of landfill waste (non-recyclable) Dark green or red lid bin
collection of recyclables (cardboard, paper, glass, cans & recyclable plastics)
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those without access to the internet that can be collected the customer sizes are interchangeable and allatswapped cups •TheQuattro service centre or cafe. waste management are hygienically cleaned by the • Seed &centre Huskweighbridge.
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•download Kioskthe HuskeeSwap app. at ballina.nsw.gov. Download online
• Williams Street a new swap cup initiative for Lennox Head DROP Hand in your HuskeeCup and order as usual
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Thanks to the businesses and residents making a difference and participating in the program.
Collect your coffee in a fresh HuskeeCup!
Swap partners at their end of life for recycling into new products.
To learn more visit huskee.co/swap or To ballina.nsw.gov.au/business-waste-programs learn more, visit www.huskee.co/swap or download the HuskeeSwap app or download the#huskee HuskeeSwap app @huskeecup #huskeecup on the App Store or Google Play
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Ballina Memorial Pool and Alstonville Aquatic Centre have partnered with Ballina and Alstonville Lions Clubs to ensure less goes to landfill and more funds go into the community! We thank TOMRA for the wonderful bin stickers. Check them out!
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CLIMATE CHANGE
COUNCIL’S CLIMATE CHANGE ACHIEVEMENTS
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Climate Change policy review Ballina Shire Council will aim to use 100% renewable electricity and reduce operational greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2030, under a new Climate Change Policy. In 2019 Council declared a state of Climate Emergency. In response Council has developed a draft Climate Change Policy that sets targets and a path to achieve them, while providing a framework for progressing climate change risk assessment, adaptation, and resilience strategies. Australia has committed to a staged emissions reduction target of 26-28% by 2030, while the State Government has committed to a 35% reduction in emissions by 2030, and net zero by 2050.
INCREASE RENEWABLE ENERGY CURRENTLY 690 KW* OF SOLAR PV CAPABILITY ACROSS 9 COUNCIL SITES IN 2021 A FURTHER 130 KW* OF SOLAR PV WILL BE INSTALLED AT THE COUNCIL WORKS DEPOT AND WASTE MANAGEMENT CENTRE IN 2022 SOLAR PANELS WILL BE INSTALLED AT THE AIRPORT ON SHADE STRUCTURES OVER THE CARPARK * optimum capability under ideal conditions.
REDUCE CO2 EMISSIONS CO2 EMISSIONS FROM COUNCIL’S BUILT ASSETS HAVE REDUCED TO LESS THAN 9,800 TONNES PER ANNUM FOR THE LAST FOUR YEARS COUNCIL OPERATES A NISSAN LEAF ELECTRIC VEHICLE AS PART OF IT’S FLEET, 100% POWERED BY ELECTRICITY. COUNCIL INTENDS TO INCLUDE MORE OF THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE IN ITS FLEET.
Council’s draft Climate Change Policy proposes operational targets that are more ambitious than the state and federal targets, with the aim of achieving rapid emissions reduction.
Council will reduce its organisational greenhouse gas emissions to
NET ZERO EMISSIONS by 2030
These targets are considered achievable as they focus on Council’s own operations and areas where it delivers community services such as water and wastewater, street lighting, community facilities, and planning and development. Electricity consumption is the primary source of Council’s annual emissions at around 80%, with fuel consumption at 18% and waste management related emissions accounting for 2%. The draft policy will be on public exhibition later this month when the community will be invited to provide feedback.
Council will use
100% RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY for its operations by 2030
COMMUNITY ACTION
REDUCE ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Council is interested in your views about broader community climate change actions. A number of councils and communities are setting ambitious community wide emissions reduction targets.
COUNCIL’S BUILT ASSETS HAVE REDUCED ENERGY CONSUMPTION TO LESS THAN 9,000 MWH PER ANNUM
Do you think Ballina Shire should have a community emissions reduction target? What should Council’s role be in setting and achieving a community emissions reduction target? How important is local climate change action to you?
These figures are a snapshot of achievements current at time of printing.
You can have your say in the Community Climate Change Action survey which will be open during the exhibition of the draft policy later in May 2021. Subscribe to receive eNews at ballina.nsw.gov.au/community-newsletter
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New way of lodging development applications The process for lodging a planning application with Ballina Shire Council changes from 28 June 2021. The NSW Planning Portal is a digital platform used to lodge planning applications. The platform is already being used by a number of councils across NSW.
PLANNING PORTAL
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steps to lodge a planning application 1 REGISTER FOR A NSW PLANNING PORTAL ACCOUNT AT PLANNINGPORTAL.NSW.GOV.AU
Hardcopy applications and documents emailed to Council will no longer be accepted after 28 June 2021. The use of the portal will apply to the following applications and certificates:
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OCCUPATION CERTIFICATES SECTION 68 APPLICATIONS
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SECTION 138 APPLICATIONS SUBDIVISION CERTIFICATE APPLICATIONS SUBDIVISION WORKS CERTIFICATES The customer will be kept informed during the assessment process through to determination via the NSW Planning Portal. Information about development proposals and their assessment will also remain available to the community through Council’s DAs online portal da.ballina.nsw.gov.au
UPLOAD REQUIRED INFORMATION FINANCE ACCRUES THE TO SUPPORT THE APPLICATION RETENTION IN WIP
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For more information contact Ballina Shire Council or visit planningportal.nsw.gov.au
Building and planning advice
5 APPLICATION ASSESSED BY COUNCIL (ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE REQUESTED)
Council provides development advice free of charge to assist with general town planning and building enquiries. If you would like advice on a site-specific proposal that requires a comprehensive response, you may need to lodge a Pre-DA meeting request form or submit a written enquiry. Duty officers will be able to suggest the best option for your specific proposal.
BUILDING ADVICE available for face-to-face counter enquiries from 8.30am to 11.30am Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. PLANNING ADVICE available for face-to-face appointments from 8.30am-11.30am on Wednesdays and Fridays, and 1-4pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays (book a 20 minute appointment 24 hours in advance). Visit Council at 40 Cherry Street or ph 1300 864 444.
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Cr Phillip Meehan phone 0408 349 833 phil.meehan@ballina.nsw.gov.au
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Cr Stephen McCarthy phone 0435 759 987 stephen.mccarthy@ballina.nsw.gov.au
Cr Nathan Willis
ROAD CLOSURES
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DEPUTY MAYOR
myroadinfo.com.au for Ballina Shire rural road info MyRoadInfo is your one-stop app providing direct updates from the following sources:
Cr Sharon Cadwallader
NSW LIVETRAFFIC www.livetraffic.com QLD TRAFFIC qldtraffic.qld.gov.au
phone 0413 091 440 sharon.cadwallader@ballina.nsw.gov.au
VIC ROADS traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au
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Cr Keith Williams
RADIO STATIONS
phone 0418 504 644 keith.williams@ballina.nsw.gov.au
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MAYOR
Cr David Wright
Cr Jeff Johnson phone 0438 677 202 jeff.johnson@ballina.nsw.gov.au
FIELD CLOSURES Contact your sporting club.
Cr Sharon Parry
WEATHER CONDITIONS
phone 0408 683 052 sharon.parry@ballina.nsw.gov.au
bom.gov.au Bureau of Meteorology
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BALLINA BYRON GATEWAY AIRPORT
Cr Benjamin Smith
Your local airline for flights to and from Ballina:
phone 0415 482 412 ben.smith@ballina.nsw.gov.au
Rex Airlines 13 17 13 rex.com.au Jetstar 13 15 38 jetstar.com Virgin Australia 13 67 89 virginaustralia.com.au Qantaslink 131 313 qantas.com
Cr Eoin Johnston phone 0407 416 149 eoin.johnston@ballina.nsw.gov.au
FlyPelican 02 4965 0111 flypelican.com.au
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
Don’t dispose of me yet
Ph: 1300 864 444 Email: council@ballina.nsw.gov.au Web: ballina.nsw.gov.au
Use this issue to wrap kitchen waste and dispose in the green organics bin.
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 Supplement
Meeting agendas and documents on exhibition can be viewed on Council’s website ballina.nsw.gov.au
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NEW WAY OF LODGING DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
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The process for lodging a planning application with Ballina Shire Council changes from 28 June 2021.
The NSW Planning Portal is a digital platform used to lodge planning applications. The platform is already being used by a number of Council’s across NSW. As required by the NSW State Government, Council’s will be all using the new platform from 1 July 2021. Hardcopy documents and applications emailed to Council will no longer be accepted after 28 June 2021. This means customers will need applications via planningport to lodge planning al.nsw.gov.au See Page 15 for details on the loding planning applications new way of
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