Annual strata reporting for 2022 is now due

housing these days, so this is the modern-day version.’

The decision to conduct the discussion in relation to 57 Station Street behind closed doors at this week’s Council meeting has raised eyebrows among some sections of the community.

Meanwhile, Council has now reached in-principle agreements with the state government to build two new car parks in Mullumbimby to offset the loss of spaces.

The first would be built on vacant rail corridor land opposite the old Tony Carsburg site.

The second would be located on vacant rail corridor land located next to the old Mullumbimby Station. This site had previously been slated for housing, but has subsequently been deemed inappropriate for this purpose.

It is understood that Council will hold leases for each of these sites.

National Desexing Month runs during July each year to encourage desexing of dogs and cats before the spring breeding season.

President of the Animal Welfare League, North Coast Branch, Alana Crangle told The Echo, The National Desexing Network approaches vets and organisations throughout Australia to promote desexing by offering discounted prices for the month to all pet owners.

She says, ‘Animal Welfare League NSW North Coast Branch (AWL) contacts all veterinary clinics in our region, encouraging them to participate’.

‘A desexed female dog or cat will live a healthier life owing to not breeding numerous litters throughout their lives, and a desexed male dog or cat is less likely to be injured in fighting over territory.

‘For Centrelink or DVA cardholders, AWL can assist towards the cost of desexing by offering a voucher to the value of $50 for cats and

$100 for dogs during October through to May each year.

‘AWL supports responsible pet ownership, including desexing, microchipping, collars, ID tags, and cats being kept inside at night to protect our native wildlife, and encourages owners to contain their cats by building a “catio” attached to their homes. Anyone who adopts from us does not have to pay a registration fee’.

To find out more visit them at the shelter at 124 Dalley St, Mullum or on Facebook @AWLNSWNorthCoast, or call them on 0436 845 542.

Strata schemes including strata title duplexes must report key information to the NSW Government every year. If you haven’t completed your 2022 report, it’s easy to submit your information via the NSW Government Strata Hub.

Reports must be completed by 30 June to avoid a Scan

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