Tweed Valley Weekly, January 23, 2025

Wastewater petition

By Jo Kennett

RESIDENTS of Pottsville, Hastings Point, Round Mountain and Cabarita/ Bogangar have launched a petition to persuade Tweed Shire councillors to choose what they say is the best upgrade option of the Hastings Point Wastewater Treatment

Plant (HPWTP).

Petition organisers say the failing, 40-year-old plant needs urgent modernisation to service the beachside suburbs, and not just a cheap, short-sighted “bandaid” fix.

The plant upgrade is expected to be on

become increasingly common.

“Various components of the plant are at or nearing the end of their operational life,” he said.

“The plant has become incapable of consistently meeting EPA effluent discharge licence limits, raising public health and

Wild weather causes havoc

By Jo Kennett

EMERGENCY SERVICES were flat out after a supercell storm swept through the Tweed Shire on Thursday, January 16, downing trees and taking out power to thousands of residents, with the wild weather continuing into the weekend.

The storms on Thursday, January 16, saw NSW SES volunteers attend nearly 2,000 incidents

In the Tweed area, volunteers worked through 61 jobs due to fallen trees from strong winds, earning praise for their help from grateful local residents.

The series of storm fronts blew through on Thursday afternoon bringing trees down over powerlines in Bilambil, Bilambil Heights, Carool and parts of Duroby affecting 1,512 customers, although there were reports from customers that thousands more were affected.

There were power outages reported at 5.40pm at Tweed Heads and parts of Banora Point affecting 1,558 customers. There were also outages affecting several customers at North Arm, Eungella, Dulguigan and Chillingham.

Essential Energy reported that, “due to extensive damage caused by storms”, power would be down overnight for thousands of homes in the Tweed Heads/Banora area.

The news was hard to take for tennis fans who missed out on seeing De Minaur move through to Round 3 of the Australian Open.

Rheannon Sanders lives in Yarra Close, Banora Point, where she took the above photo of a fallen tree as well as some in Fraser Drive, one of many to cause damage as the storm cells hit.

A house also caught fire at Kingscliff during the storms.

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BEST UPGRADE: Pottsville Community Association's David Cranwell (L), Michael DeGood, David Buick and Hastings Point's Richard Gow at the plant's soaking pits for the petition launch

This tree came down in Banora Point on Thursday, January 16. Photo: Rheannon Sanders

Creek safety suggestions

I swim at Hasto’s, Pottsville and Cabarita beaches and creeks two to three times daily in summer since arriving in Tweed in October 2020. Some visitors have camped on the Hasto’s Christmas site for over 30 years but it is a very closed shop. All these campers are very experienced users of the waterway and look out for each other.

The tide takes six hours to move from high to low — rushing out in the middle time.

It is obvious to the beholder just what is happening — there are no hidden logs, just the rocks. At the mouth, it is less than one metre deep.

Clearly parents must watch children and teach them to make informed decisions for their own safety.

As you know, Cabarita SLSC (and Tweed Shire Council) provides lifeguards/flags over summer and Easter holidays at Pottsville’s main beach and north of the break wall, and Hasto’s 200 metres north of the creek opening.

I suggest the Hasto’s SLSC presence should move to within 50 metres of the creek mouth.

Very few swim in the Hasto’s flags, the most action is in the creek — which is protected in northerly winds and has good aged access via the council provided aluminium stairs.

Regarding tides — why not install a tide app like Willy Weather which contains all the Tweed tide info. Plan before you leave home.

Bob Lemon, Pottsville E-scooters are illegal

Regarding the ‘Tweed Police priorities’ story (TVW 16/1), perhaps Superintendent Roptell should be reminded that the riding of e-scooters is illegal in NSW, except on private land, and e-bikes have a number of restrictions placed on their legal use. Perhaps he could explain why there appears to be no enforcement of these rules in the Tweed and why teenagers are seemingly free to speed, to not

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wear helmets and to carry multiple passengers without fear of punishment.

I wonder when the inevitable first fatality occurs, will he still be happy to recall that there haven’t been too many accidents involving e-bikes and e-scooters!

The general community is concerned.

Rebecca Morris, Kingscliff Spare pods for essential workers

Can we make it quite clear? Councillors Hone, Owen, Brinsmead and Dennis voted against keeping the 31 homes in the Elrond Drive flood village for the exclusive use of NSW Police and NSW Health personnel only.

The motion proposed by Mayor Chris Cherry would house young police officers, doctors, nurses, security guards, paramedics, medical professionals as well as auxiliaries.

There will be 31 vacant affordable homes standing empty in June. They have seven years of life left. It is insanity to demolish them.

I have written to state and federal MPs and ministers asking that the government step in and purchase the land from Tweed Shire Council, as it is obvious that the current mob of councillors are not capable of making considered and sensible decisions, in my opinion.

Tweed is not flood ready. It could flood again this year.

Essential workers — police and medicos — need housing now.

Tweed residents want more police and a fully functioning hospital — they don’t want another useless park. They said so quite clearly.

Francis Martin, flood refugee and current pod resident Use state assets now

An appropriate solution to the homelessness crisis is to fast-track homes through state planning approvals via ‘developments of state significance’.

None can be more obvious than the conversion of existing decommissioned or out-of-use state-owned assets: schools, hospitals and emergency services (police/fire and ambulance stations) retained as communally-owned assets incorporating vibrant creative community hubs which feature shopfront versions of their previous incarnation. Our local region’s members of parliament, working together in a vitally partisan manner to remove constraints to create public housing opportunities, rebuild communities and aim for the highest possible outcomes. The media releases would write themselves!

Not-for-profit organisations like Victoria’s Nightingale Housing are awaiting projects to prioritise ‘people not profits’.

Their housing model is simple, accessible and appealing to the harshest critics having won multitudes of awards already.

The teams involved have experience already navigating our states’ convoluted planning processes but surely a collective large-scale effort is in order?

The old Tweed Hospital site is more than suitable for conversion to multiuse space incorporating not simply the current Community Health Centre plans.

Rather than allow the old hospital site to fall further into disrepair, trajecting the border zone into its natural economic, social and political growth by leading NSW toward a more sustainable, residential planning model seems an incredibly natural solution.

It’s well beyond time that people in power removed all constraints and took swift meaningful action on housing affordability which is no longer just impacting our most vulnerable.

Emme Esse, Tweed Heads

Welcome Mr Brown

Welcome Bob Brown to Murwillumbah (TVW, 16/1).

Bob Brown is a living legend of the environment movement who fought many battles to save what’s left of

Australia’s natural environment.

Sadly, many of these battles are ongoing.

It’s hard to believe, but 237 years after British colonisation, virgin oldgrowth forests are still being sacrificed to logging in NSW and Queensland.

It’s not as though we have infinite forests to sacrifice. As we know full well in the Northern Rivers, 98 per cent of Australian rainforests have been cleared since 1788. There’s only a tiny fraction left. Yet, still the destruction goes on.

There’s plenty of land out there for planting new growth forests for the timber industry.

A lot of agricultural land is wasted and covered in camphor laurel (which is a great tree for timber).

Why not farm this and leave what’s left of our pristine native forests?

I welcome Bob Brown and Mandy Nolan’s call for a national moratorium on logging in old-growth forests.

It’s good to see the Greens getting back to their core values: saving the environment.

Simon Alderton, Ballina (formerly Mur’bah, which is why I religiously read The Weekly)

A heartfelt call to action

As ‘REDFEB’, Heart Awareness Month, approaches this February, Heart Research Australia is urging all Australians to come together and take action to safeguard both their heart and brain health.

This year, we are shedding light on the crucial link between cardiovascular health and cognitive function and sharing effective day-to-day strategies to support both.

It’s crucial to understand that what supports the heart also benefits the brain.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in Australia, and its effects reach far beyond our hearts.

Conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol can not only cause damage to the heart, but can also increase the risk of cog-

nitive decline, and the development of dementia.

By 2054, the number of Australians living with dementia is expected to double.

So, protecting our heart and brain health now is more vital than ever, not only for our own health and wellbeing, but to reduce the pressure on our health system as it braces for the impact of an ageing population. In our communities, the impact of heart disease and dementia are deeply felt.

We see it in our families, friends, and neighbours.

The path forward begins with simple, actionable steps. Heart Research Australia’s 4-M Approach — Meals, Movement, Measurement, and Mental Wellness — guides us to take small, meaningful actions today, which can protect both our hearts and our minds. At Heart Research Australia, we are committed to reducing the devastating impact heart disease has on families and the community.

This REDFEB, we are asking Australians to come together to wear red, raise awareness, and contribute to the vital research that will change lives. By taking action today, we can reduce the devastating effects of heart disease tomorrow. Together, as one community, we can make a difference for our future. To learn more about Heart Research Australia’s 4-M approach and support Heart Research Australia’s critical research, please visit www.heartresearch.com.au. Nicci Dent, CEO, Heart Research Australia

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Wastewater petition

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There are five options for the upgrade on the table, with Council staff recommending option 4, to construct a third Extended Aeration Tank (EAT) using the same system. The community petition is called for Option 3 or 5 to be used. Option 3 is to convert to a state-of-the-art Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) process. Option 5 is to convert to an MBR process with further additions to improve quality and processes.

Mr Buick says council’s proposed option 4, costing $28 million, is a continuation of the existing, “barely adequate technology with a performance rated only as acceptable.”

“The current option does not address community and environmental issues associated with noise, odour, dune infiltration or wet weather overflow into waterways,” he said.

“Two options that deliver excellent performance were discarded, primarily based on cost. However, the cost assessments are flawed.

“It goes from $28 million to $38 million but the accuracy is probably plus or minus 30 per cent so f you put them on a graph they are all within the same ballpark estimation.

“The operating costs Council assumed excluded the cost of maintaining the dunes whereas option three or five don’t have that problem.

“I met with a group of engineers and they laughed at the costings in the report.

“In the long run option 4 will be more expensive and there is no evidence to show there is any difference in any of the capital investment

“Option three or five have a higher energy cost but no dune maintenance costs at all which is significantly higher.

“GHD, who wrote the report with Council input, recommended option three or five but Council wanted to do more of the same, without moving to anything new.”

Mayor Chris Cherry says that “as a Council we want to get the best value outcome for the community while protecting our precious Hastings Point marine environment including

the rock pools.”

“We are happy to look at the costs over the long term and make sure we are not just getting the cheapest option for now but the best economically and environmentally over the next 30 years,” Cr Cherry said.

Round Mountain resident Michael DeGood says the coastline between Cabarita and Pottsville is “a very special and fragile environment.”

“It’s nationally and globally significant for its ecological diversity and profusion of endangered plants and animals,” he said.

“Any additional human waste load degrades this environment and puts many species including entire ecological communities at risk.

“If we follow TSCs ‘just good enough’ approach, we’ll end up with beaches like northern Sydney where human waste from treatment plants prevents swimming with alarming frequency.

“These Sydney communities had only followed the advice of their local councils. We want better and the environment needs better.”

Council expects that the plant upgrade will be delivered by June 2028, with construction expected to start in the first half of 2026. Details of the five upgrade options can be found on Tweed Shire Council’s website.

Tweed Shire residents and ratepayers can sign the community petition at businesses in Pottsville, Hastings Point and Bogangar.

The Greens will keep Dutton out

and push Labor to act

Labor have approved 32 new coal and gas projects, while the Liberals distract with nuclear. If you’re disappointed with both major parties, you’re not alone.

But there’s hope. I want to work with Labor to deliver real outcomes for everyday people.

We’ve had the same MP here for 20 years. If you want change, you have to vote for it.

ACTION NEEDED ON FAILING SEWERAGE PLANT

If you use the creeks, beaches and sea around Pottsville, Hastings Point, and Bogangar/Cabarita, please sign our petition to keep them clean.

WHY?

The Hastings Point sewerage plant is in need of an upgrade. Critical issues regarding the ageing Hastings Point sewerage plant:

1. Ageing infrastructure: The plant, over 40 years old, is failing.

2. Environmental impact: During heavy rainfall, partially treated waste is discharged into Christie’s Creek and Cudgera Creek.

3. Failing disposal system: The effluent disposal system via soakage pits in dunes at Maggies Beach, Hastings Point, is failing and will remain inadequate even after Tweed Shire Council’s proposed upgrade.

4. Beach contamination: Effluent is surfacing from the soakage pits, contaminating the beach and sea.

5. Public health risk: Local residents avoid the area due to high contamination levels.

6. Ecological damage: Trees near the waste discharge zones are dying due to contamination.

7. Sewage stench from the plant and pump stations, noise issues, and eyesore created by the plant’s premises, have all been ignored in council’s proposal.

Tweed Shire Council plans a $40 million refit of the sewerage plant, but this proposal fails to address core problems.

WE

CALL

ON TWEED SHIRE COUNCIL TO PROVIDE A BETTER SOLUTION

The Hastings Point sewerage plant must be upgraded to the best modern standards to provide clean, recyclable waste. Join our community associations to advocate for a sustainable and efficient solution to protect our beautiful environment and community health.

Look out for our petition in local businesses. Signatories must be residents or ratepayers of Tweed Shire.

Pottsville's Bruce Brown and Les Hardy with the wastewater petition outside the Pottsville IGA

Justine’s campaign launches

By Jonathon Howard

FEDERAL TREASURER Jim Chalmers

has officially launched local Labor MP

Justine Elliot’s campaign for the 2025 federal election, along with special guest, former world boxing champion Jeff Horn.

The launch was held at Ocean Shores Country Club on Saturday, January 25, with more than 150 Labor members and supporters in attendance.

Ms Elliot thanked the treasurer for launching her campaign and outlined how critical it is to vote Labor at this year’s federal election.

“I am asking for your vote at the 2025 federal election to keep delivering for our community,” she said.

“This election is a clear choice — a choice between building Australia’s future with the Albanese Labor Government or taking Australia backwards with Peter Dutton and the Liberals and Nationals.

“Labor is delivering important costof-living relief for locals like tax cuts for every taxpayer, energy bill relief for every household, making childcare and medicines cheaper, fee-free TAFE, more rent assistance, freezing deeming rates for pensioners, providing student debt relief and cracking down on the supermarkets to get a fairer go for farmers and families.

“Before running for Parliament, I served as a frontline police officer working to protect the community. Now, as your local MP, my priority is working with our community to get things done — and together we have secured more than $3 billion in funding for our region.”

Ms Elliot said a vote for Labor can stop

Mr Dutton from “taking us backwards”.

“Only a vote for Labor can stop Peter Dutton becoming Prime Minister,” she said.

“If Peter Dutton and the Liberals and Nationals win the election, they will take us backwards — leaving us all worse off.

“When Peter Dutton was Health Minister, he wanted to scrap bulk billing and introduce a tax on every single visit to the GP, he started a six-year freeze on Medicare rebates, and he cut $50 billion from our hospitals.

“Now Peter Dutton’s Liberals and Nationals say they will cut public services — which will affect Medicare, bulk billing, cheaper medicines, and the age pension.

Peter Dutton himself said that there are ‘too many free Medicare services’.

“The choice is clear. I’m always here for you, and now I’m asking for your vote to keep delivering for our community and to build Australia’s future.”

Treasurer Jim Chalmers heaped praise

on Ms Elliot as a “fantastic local member”.

“Justine Elliot is a fantastic local member, and it was a pleasure to launch her campaign in Northern NSW,” he posted online.

“The choice here in this community and right around Australia is between Anthony Albanese and Labor helping with the cost of living and building Australia’s future or Peter Dutton and the Coalition making people worse off and taking Australia backwards.

“Big thanks to the more than 100 Labor vollies who turned out to support Justine this morning and thanks also to Ocean Shores Country Club for hosting.”

Boxing champion Jeff Horn, Justine Elliot and Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers

By Jonathon Howard

AS WE continue our reporting on the Tweed Shire’s readiness for the next big flood, The Weekly has switched its focus to highlight the work of a local volunteer group under the banner of ‘Murwillumbah CORE’ (M|CORE), formerly Hub2484.

‘CORE’ stands for community organised resilience effort and is made up of a dedicated group who have been busy working behind the scenes to ensure the community is ready and supported in disaster recovery.

The group of dedicated members prescribe to a Mahatma Gandhi motto: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others”.

It’s not all been smooth sailing for the group, according to M|CORE president and treasurer Katrina Semple, who stressed they “would have liked to be even better prepared with more volunteers and donations at this point.”

This passionate team of residents will be among the first responders

once the floodwaters recede. Their team will be there to offer essential resources from the CWA Hall on Queen Street in Murwillumbah for cleaning equipment, volunteer coordination, drinking water, essential items and much more.

Ms Semple recently shared the group’s progress with The Weekly and highlighted their ongoing preparations and some of their concerns.

While much has been achieved since the devastating 2022 flood, Ms Semple emphasised that the team is “not nearly where they would like to be”, despite making big strides to ensure the community is as prepared as possible.

“We just don’t have the volunteers that are desperately needed and we would like to encourage anyone interested in helping post flood to please get in touch,” she said.

Key initiatives so far include the acquisition of cleaning equipment, a new website for resident requests and equipment loans, and a bright orange barbecue trailer dubbed the ‘Hub Grub’ for use at evacuation centres and in power outage areas.

“We’re ready to help, but we need the community to get involved,” Ms Semple stressed.

“Volunteers are needed to expand their CB UHF communication network, assist vulnerable households, and serve as zone or street coordinators.

“The group is also launching an online ‘Volunteer Management Program’ to streamline volunteer registration and deployment.”

M|CORE is collaborating with

local councils, the SES, and other organisations to ensure coordinated efforts during a crisis.

“Once the waters recede, M|CORE will mobilise at the CWA Hall in Murwillumbah to assist with clean-up efforts, coordinating volunteers and donations,” Ms Semple said.

For updates and ways to get involved, visit M|CORE’s website at www.mcore2484.org or call them on 0402 700 223.

Here’s how M|CORE could help you

• We have bought a huge range of cleaning equipment (from squeegees to high-pressure cleaners) that can be lent free to the community for clean-up.

• We have created our website www. mcore2484.org enabling online access for residents to request help from volunteers and for cleaning equipment borrowings.

• We have bought a customised ‘Hub Grub’ barbecue trailer that can be used at the evacuation centre and mobilised for locals’ use in areas without power. It is bright orange and can’t be missed, so please come see us if you see it out and about. Volunteers welcome to assist.

Get involved with M|CORE

• Expansion of our CB UHF network to enable better communication when power is down — we need volunteers to ensure greater coverage and more timely information. Equipment and training is provided.

• Household registration via our website for any household, but mainly vulnerable residents and locals needing volunteers for pre-flood assistance (eg raising of furniture) — keep an eye on our socials and website for when registration is open

• Zone and street coordinators will be equipped to help their neighbourhood with power supply, cleaning supplies and communication access point. We need locals to adopt a street or two — all equipment and training provided.

• Cr eation of online Volunteer Management Program to effectively handle the registration, induction and deployment of spontaneous volunteers to residents in need. We will be campaigning for mud army and tradie registrations soon so please keep an eye on our website.

During a flood event, please call SES or police if you need help and remember to stay tuned to local SES alerts, local ABC radio, Tweed Emergency Dashboard via Tweed Shire Council and M|CORE socials where you can.

M|CORE team member Jennifer Booth with IGA Tweed Valley staff Sally (left), Kelly and Mark. IGA are a proud annual sponsor of the Hub Grub

Landlords under fire for refusing to give receipts

By Jo Kennett

The

and was sent a private message by a home owner who had a small granny flat attached to a house which he offered her.

The flat had a bar fridge but no proper oven with stove, only a benchtop cooker and a tiny sink.

“The rent began at $400 and I was desperate,” the woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said.

“The landlord wanted cash pay ments but won’t provide a receipt and I also had to provide a bond and didn’t get a receipt for that either so I presume it hasn’t been lodged.

“He didn’t tell me this arrangement until my things were all moved in and I wouldn’t have moved had I known this.”

The responses to her call for advice were mixed, with some saying the landlord was probably just trying to survive by providing cheap rent, however the woman said the rent wasn’t cheap.

“After I moved in he increased the rent by $130,” the woman said.

“The first rise was only two weeks after I moved in but I’ve had another one recently.

“No couples are allowed either so it’s expected a single person will pay it, but surely there are places for $550

property he is renting out so he is not doing it tough at all as some people are trying to suggest.”

One person responded to her post by saying the landlord was at an advantage because he owned a home and that any profit you make in Australia needs to be declared to the Australian Tax Office (ATO). Many thought it was fine to avoid paying tax on the rental, with one person suggesting the ATO was privately owned and tax was voluntary, neither of which are true.

In NSW, landlords “must provide a written tenancy agreement for all rentals” and “must lodge a rental bond with the NSW Rental Bond Board for all residential property rentals”, including “most share accommodation.”

However one respondent to the woman’s post suggested it was okay to not do so if the rent was cheap or the property was rented to family and friends or short term.

It is illegal not to provide, “a receipt for each rent payment unless you pay the rent into a nominated bank account” in which case, “the transactions are considered your record of payment.” Even if the landlord isn’t declaring the income, this provides some protection for the tenant.

“The rent crisis has led to many people being taken advantage of,” the tenant said.

“My friend’s unit in the area went from $420 per week to $550 per week, with no proper kitchen, oven, et cetera, and it is just a bedsit-style granny flat.

“She has chronic illness and lives alone and never imagined this flat would be worth $550.

“Her landlord wants cash only too.”

Increasing rents are also hurting tenants, in one case, reported to The Weekly, rent for a small unit was increased by $250 over an 18-month peri od with the tenant required to deliver the cash to the owner’s home, despite the difficulty of finding a working ATM each week in the area.

Your thoughts: Do you know of tenants in this situation? Do you think it’s fair if land lords ask for cash rents? Send your letters to editor@ theweekly.net.au

Teens charge in stolen car

By Jonathon Howard

SIX TEENAGERS including a 14-year-old have been charged following a dangerous pursuit across the Tweed Valley on Monday, January 20.

Tweed Police said it was about 5.35pm when highway patrol officers allegedly detected a Toyota Corolla travelling at 167 kilometres per hour (km/hr) on the M1 Pacific Motorway near Pottsville.

“Subsequent inquiries revealed the vehicle had been stolen from Queensland address on Sunday, January 12,” police said.

“When the vehicle allegedly failed to stop as directed, a pursuit was initiated continuing to the Clothiers Creek Road interchange where road spikes were deployed.

“The vehicle stopped a short time later and the six occupants ran from the vehicle into nearby cane fields.”

Police said an 18-year-old man and the five passengers including boys aged 14, 15, 16 and 17, and one 15-year-old girl, were arrested nearby and taken to Tweed Heads Police Station.

The man was charged with two counts of driving conveyance taken without consent of owner, two counts of not being a licensed person to drive a vehicle on the road - prior offence, receiving property stolen outside NSW, class C motor vehicle exceeding speed greater than

45km/h, and police pursuit - not stop - drive dangerously.

The 18-year-old was refused bail and was due to front Tweed Heads Local Court on Tuesday, January 21.

The five teens were each charged with be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner.

They were granted strict conditional bail to appear before a Children’s Court on Wednesday, March 19.

Busy 2024 for rescues

By Jo Kennett

MANY PARTS of NSW experienced a record demand for Marine Rescue NSW services in 2024, including the Tweed, which equalled the 2023 record for the most rescues ever, with 141 missions completed by Marine Rescue Point Danger volunteers.

Across NSW, crews performed a total of 4,735 search and rescue missions, including 1,364 emergency responses, safely returning 10,539 people to shore.

Marine Rescue NSW radio operators managed 242,586 calls including 99 maydays and 61 PAN-PANs and kept watch over almost 285,000 people on board more than 76,000 logged on vessels.

The Northern Rivers experienced 353 search and rescue missions including 176 emergency responses with 718 people safely returned to shore across all seven Northern Rivers units — Point Danger, Brunswick, Cape Byron, Ballina, Evans Head, Iluka/Yamba and Wooli. Point Danger was once again the location of highest demand with 141 missions, Ballina had 82 and Iluka/Yamba had 70, the latter both record numbers for a calendar year.

In 2024, Marine Rescue NSW volunteers dealt with everything from capsized vessels to groundings but officials say many of the callouts could have been prevented with better boat maintenance with engine, battery, and fuel issues accounting for 60 per cent of incidents attended by Marine Rescue NSW.

Marine Rescue NSW said boaters are urged to follow these steps to stay safe on the state’s waterways:

Log on and off with Marine Rescue via VHF Channel 16 or use the free Marine Rescue NSW app available for iOS and Android devices.

Make sure everyone on board is wearing a lifejacket.

Make sure your vessel’s engine and battery are working.

Make sure you have enough fuel and some in reserve.

Always check conditions and safety equipment.

Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib said communities across NSW “are fortunate to have such a highly skilled and dedicated team of volunteers who are rescue-ready day or night.

“I applaud our Marine Rescue NSW volunteers for their unwavering commitment to saving lives on the water, often in challenging conditions,” Mr Dib said.

Tributes for Pastor

By Jonathon Howard

THE BODY of much-loved Pastor William Strickland, whose ute was swept off a causeway in wild weather at Limpinwood on Saturday night, was found on Monday, January 20 after a three day search aided by 170 volunteers.

“It just shows you the standing and the love that this gentleman has had in his community,” Tweed Byron Police Inspector Matt Woods said. The pastor ministered out of the Brisbane Cook Island Seventh Day Adventist church in Annerley in south Brisbane, with family racing to Limpinwood to join in the search.

“Pastor Willie” was also well-known and loved by the local Adventist community and Adventists around the world had been praying he would be found after his Toyota Hilux was found empty in flood waters.

The 53-year-old had been officiating at a wedding rehearsal at Selah Valley Estate before leading a convoy of three vehicles to their accommodation, according to his children who posted online asking for volunteers to help search for the Adventist pastor.

His children said the group, which included members of the bridal party, made it through one causeway and were attempting to cross a second.

The storm had just hit with the sudden rise of Hidden Creek and driving rain on the winding, dirt Youngs Road when, at around 9:15 pm, “due to the poor visibility and sudden onset of torrential rain, the floodwaters swept him and his vehicle away,” according to the family.

Tweed District Rescue Squad (TDRS) VRA president Drew Carr was first on the scene, with TDRS joined by Tweed Byron Police, NSW Ambulance, Westpac Rescue Helicopter and SES volunteers.

“The police found the utility about 400 metres downstream so we did a mad 400 metre sprint

because we were in our swift water gear and we were ready to jump in,” Drew said.

“We did some searching along the banks of the creek because it didn’t appear anyone was in the car from where we were standing - remember it was pitch black.

“We ended up getting across to the car and I did a search of the car to confirm no one was in it.

“From there it became a search effort and as it became apparent that he wasn’t just sitting on the side of the bank or anything like that, it became a much more coordinated search.

“We sent some people home at 1 pm, but the rest of us were searching until 3 o’clock in the morning.”

Tweed Byron Police Inspector Matt Woods said the police who were there on the night of the accident told him “the conditions were absolutely horrendous and very dangerous.

“We’ve spoken to other local landholders here and they haven’t seen it like that ever,” he said.

TDRS used an infrared, thermal and night vision drone to scour the creek and banks but couldn’t locate any heat source.

“We went as far down as the bridge and searched all around the area with the drone for hours,” Drew said.

The wedding, due to be held on Sunday, was cancelled.

Drew Carr said the immediate area was searched multiple times the next day.

“There were some deep holes and a couple of sections around the bridge area that they were getting police divers in for.” Queensland Police divers and Polair also joined in the search on Sunday.

The search moved several kilometres downstream after an item of clothing was found there on Monday morning, according to media reports.

The pastor’s body was found shortly around 1pm on Monday, January 20.

Tributes flow for pastor

THE FAMILY of Pastor Willie posted online saying they were “shocked and devastated by this tragic loss,” but thanked god and search teams that their father had been found.

“Dad was a charismatic and loved man, who gave his life in service and ministry of the gospel,” his son Cheonton wrote.

“He touched many people’s lives through his work as a pastor with the Seventh Day Adventist Church in both Australia and New Zealand, and his community work through ADRA (Adventist Development and Relief Agency). He will be deeply missed by all.

“We would like to thank those who have been eagerly praying for this moment, and for those who have been here actively searching for Dad, especially our local church community, the NSW police, and SES. It has not been in vain.”

Murwillumbah Seventh-day Adventist Church also posted online, calling Pastor Willie “a greatly-loved minister, not only in the SQLD conference but in ours as well.”

“We want to thank our church community, our greater Murwillumbah community, and the SES/rescue teams for all of your help and prayers for the Strickland family,” the church posted.

“The search efforts, lovingly-prepared meals, care, and support have been greatly appreciated.

The Wellbeing Facilitator at Tweed Valley Adventist College, Catalina Noemi, posted on Murwillumbah Matters saying, “To all those who united with our church and emergency services and helped in anyway, your prayers, search efforts, meals and kinds words, helped bring a much loved man back home to his loved ones. You’re all amazing.”

TOP: Willie Strickland was a much-loved Pastor. MIDDLE: Emergency services at the scene Photo Tweed District Rescue Squad. BOTTOM: SES volunteers at the search site

Photo NSW SES

Canoe launch coming to Bruce Chick Park

Council is excited to announce the upcoming construction of a new kayak and canoe launch facility at Bruce Chick Park, near Tumbulgum.

The new launch facility will provide safe and convenient access to Stotts Channel, allowing paddlers to embark on a tranquil 2 to 3 hour journey around Stotts Island Nature Reserve.

Council’s Waterways Project Officer Matthew Bloor said the upgrade would enable Tweed residents and visitors the opportunity to connect with nature while minimising impacts on the natural environment.

“Stotts Island is the largest remnant of subtropical floodplain rainforest remaining in New South Wales,” Mr Bloor said.

“Though landing on Stotts Island is not permitted,

we’re thrilled to offer the community the chance to appreciate its beauty from the water.”

The upgrade marks the first step in a series of improvements for Bruce Chick Park, with carpark resealing due to take place in mid-2025.

Construction of the new kayak and canoe launch facility will commence soon and is expected to take approximately three months.

Bruce Chick Park carpark will be closed during this time to allow for construction activities.

This project is funded by a grant from the NSW Government’s ‘Boating Now’ program.

To find out more about this exciting project, please visit: tweed.nsw.gov.au/community-assets-program

Exciting Budd Park revitalisation enters the final stages

The Budd Park redevelopment will improve the park’s aesthetic and recreational offerings, creating a vibrant space for outdoor activities and social gatherings.

The final stage of the Budd Park upgrade is now underway, following the successful completion of the first two stages in late 2024.

These earlier stages included demolishing the flood prone World Heritage Rainforest Centre (also known as Murwillumbah’s Visitor Information Centre), removing the internal access road linking the two existing car parks and building a new car park near the Riverview Hotel.

Now, the focus shifts to enhancing the parkland itself. The final stage will bring a variety of new features to the riverside park, including accessible picnic settings, seating, barbeques, shelters, pathways, bike racks, and public art.

Construction is expected to be finished by May 2025, weather permitting.

LD Total, the contractor for this stage, has a strong history of successful collaborations with Council,

having worked on local projects such as Jack Evans Boat Harbour and Livvi's Place at Goorimahbah.

This project is part of a $15.5 million grant awarded to Council through the Community Asset Program (CAP), supported by the Australian and NSW governments. The program aims to restore and enhance community assets impacted by storms and floods, with a focus on improving accessibility and flood resilience.

The revitalisation of Budd Park will not only improve the park’s visual appeal but also elevate its recreational value for the community.

In addition to the works at Budd Park, Council is also upgrading 14 other flood-impacted car parks throughout the Tweed Shire over the next 12 months. The upgrades include internal access road repairs, drainage improvements, car park pavement repairs and resealing, pathways and access enhancements, including accessible parking bays, and tree planting.

For more information on these projects, visit tweed.nsw.gov.au/community-assets-program and tweed.nsw.gov.au/budd-park-upgrade

Dino-mite fun at Tweed Museum Up Late Dino Party

In celebration of the exiting exhibition How to Draw a Dinosaur, the Tweed Regional Museum will transform into a prehistoric playground on Friday 24 January from 5 to 8 pm, with dinosaur themed activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Drop in for some dino fun with face painting, arts and craft, a trivia hunt, a fossil dig and more! Museum friends from Wildlife Rangers and Dinosaurs and Adventures will be joining in on the festivities by

bringing some extra special guests to the party. Don't miss this dino-mite FREE event!

Event details:

Museum Up Late Dino Party Friday 24 January 5 - 8 pm

Tweed Regional Museum

2 Queensland Rd Murwillumbah

For more information the visit museum.tweed.nsw.gov.au/whats-on

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Free legal advice for storm affected

Have you been affected by the recent severe storms on the Tweed recently?

Do you have legal questions about home or car insurance or was your rental home impacted?

The Disaster Response Legal Service, provided by Legal Aid NSW, can provide free legal help regarding insurance claims, tenancy issues, financial hardship, and government disaster grants.

Timely advice can assist in obtaining available assistance and speed up recovery after the event. This is particularly important when dealing with insurance claims – knowing what you are covered for and what benefits may be available.

For free legal help, call the Disaster Response Legal Service helpline on 1800 801 529 , Monday to Friday form 9 am – 5 pm or visit the website at disasterhelp.legalaid.nsw.gov.au

William Street Murwillumbah roadworks

As part of Council’s program of road maintenance, repair work including kerb and guttering will commence on William Street in Murwillumbah from Wednesday 22 January 2025 for about 8 weeks, weather permitting.

The work will be conducted between Thompson Street and Byangum Road, Monday to Friday from 7 am – 5 pm. Some works may be required on Saturdays between 7 am and 1 pm. The road will be closed to all vehicles during work hours, but plans are in place to allow emergency vehicles entry.

Vehicle owners are requested to avoid on-street parking during work hours.

For more information contact at Council on 02 6670 2400.

Stall holders wanted for craft market

Are you a passionate maker, creator or artisan? The Fun Activities for Banora Seniors (FABS) Committee is looking for stallholders to join them at the upcoming FABS Art and Craft Market at Banora Point Community Centre on Saturday 15 March 2025, 9 am – 2 pm. Whether you specialise in pottery, jewellery making, textiles, artwork, woodcraft, or homemade treats, the FABS team would love to hear from you.

Stalls are free of charge and stallholders of all ages are encouraged to join.

To apply for a stall, visit tweed.nsw.gov.au/fabs or email your details and stall idea to communityservices@tweed.nsw.gov.au

Council supports The Fun Activities for Banora Seniors (FABS) Program which offers a range of recreational activities such as social, hobby and gentle exercise groups for seniors.

For more information about holding a stall or FABS, contact Council’s Community Care Team on 07 5569 3110 or via the email above.

Tweed Shire Council wishes to acknowledge the Ngandowal and Minyungbal speaking people of the Bundjalung Country, in particular the Goodjinburra, Tul-gi-gin and Moorung – Moobah clans, as

Council is building a new kayak and canoe launch facility to enable easy access to Stotts Channel and the Tweed River.

Look after what makes the Tweed the Tweed. Our water.

Dry Dock Road boat ramp upgrade – help us get it right

There’s still time for residents to have their say on proposed plans to upgrade boat launching facilities at Dry Dock Road, Tweed Heads South.

Community feedback is open now until Wednesday 29 January on Your Say Tweed.

These upgrades are designed to accommodate a wider range of watercraft and enhance accessibility for users of all abilities.

Council’s Coast and Waterways Team Leader Tom Alletson said the upgrade would ensure the facility is better performing and more inclusive for residents and visitors.

“A key feature of the enhancements is a new hand launching ramp, specifically designed to meet the needs of Sailability, a volunteer organisation that meets at the site weekly to provide sailing opportunities for people of all abilities,” Mr Alletson said.

“Other improvements include widening the footpath and partial carpark resurfacing to make it easier and safer for the community to use.”

View the proposed plans and have your say at yoursaytweed.com.au/drydockroad

For more information, contact Council’s Coast and Waterways Team Leader Tom Alletson at tsc@tweed.nsw.gov.au or phone 02 6670 2400.

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Development application determinations

Notification of development application determinations for the purposes of Section 4.59 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (as amended).

Application details

Approved

DA24/0344 - Inground swimming pool

Lot 1 DP 881261, No. 3 Ellis Street, Banora Point

DA24/0414 - Dwelling with attached garage Lot 46DP 1300756, No. 28 Bowen Loop, Cudgen

DA24/0406 - Alterations & additions to existing dwelling and construction of a new secondary dwelling and detached single carport

Lot 188 DP 806528, No. 82 Overall Drive, Pottsville

Current vacancies

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02 6670 2400

PO Box 816, Murwillumbah NSW 2484

Multi-level carpark update

Council has been working closely with a team of internal and external professionals to repair and restore the multi-level carpark in Murwillumbah to its normal operation, following a fire.

This has been a complex project, with several areas requiring careful attention and consideration. Council thanks community members for their patience.

The following actions have been completed to date:

• Immediate closure of the carpark and structural engineer assessment to ensure safety. This process identified exclusion zones around the fire damaged area, and specified the internal propping required to enable safe reopening of some carparks on the ground level.

• Initial cleaning and removal of soot and residue.

• Further structural investigation and preliminary remediation design. This work enabled the opening of a further 72 carpark spots on the middle and top level.

• A specialist building consultant was engaged by the Council's insurance company to further develop the scope of remediation work and complete detailed design for the complex repair works. The detailed scope development included engagement of a forensic engineer, extensive materials testing and engagement of coatings

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specialists.

• Specialist surface restoration as nominated by the insurer's building consultant took place during September and October to remove extensive smoke residue from the middle level of the carpark.

• Additional materials investigation and reporting by independent engineers to look at short, medium and long-term maintenance requirements for the structure to ensure viability of fire remediation works.

The insurer released the reinstatement scope of work and remediation design documentation to Council on 10 December. Council is carrying out a detailed review of the documentation and the scope of work should be settled with the insurer this month.

The appointment of a contractor will take place following settlement and repair works are expected to commence in March, following the busy swimming carnival period in January and February.

The Code of Meeting Practice sets out the rules for how Council and certain committee meetings are run. It ensures meetings are fair, organised and follow the law.

Review the changes and provide your feedback by 30 January 2025. Visit yoursaytweed.com.au/meeting-practice

Proposed classification of land at Industry Central. South Murwillumbah

Council is undertaking a boundary realignment between two parcels of Council-owned operational land (Lots 226 DP1122768, and Proposed Lot 705 in a plan of subdivision of Lots 603 and 604 in DP1244954) to increase the size of Council's sewer pump station land parcel at Industry Central, Lundberg Drive, South Murwillumbah. Council proposes to classify the land parcels created by the boundary realignment as operational land, in accordance with 31(2) of the Local Government Act 1993

Provide your feedback by 19 February 2025 Phone: Sarah Moran, Legal Services Officer, Ph 02 6670 2400 or Visit yoursaytweed.com.au/industry-central

Get involved visit yoursaytweed.com.au or mail your feedback to: Your Say Tweed, PO Box 816 Murwillumbah, NSW 2484

Council confidentiality policy: On request, any submission including identifying particulars will be made public. Council will give consideration to the ‘Public Interest’ and requests for confidentiality however, the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 may require confidential submissions to be released to an applicant.

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Notification of integrated development application

Development Application No. DA25/0011

A development application has been lodged by Zone Planning NSW Pty Ltd seeking development consent for staged 217 lot residential subdivision, with conservation lot and associated civil works and vegetation removal, environmental facility, recreation areas and environmental protection works (NRPP) at Lot 13 DP 1264394; Henry Lawson Drive Terranora; Lot 3 DP 622318; No. 127-137 Mahers Lane, Terranora . The Northern Regional Planning Panel is the consent authority for the application. The proposed development constitutes “Integrated Developmen t” pursuant to Section 4.46(1) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979. The following approvals are required in this regard:Provision Approval

Section 205 of the Fisheries Management Act Permit to cut remove damage or destroy marine vegetation on public water land or an aquaculture lease on the foreshore of any such land or lease

Section 100B of the Rural Fires Act 1997 General Approval

Sections 89, 90 & 91 of the Water Management Act 2000 Water use approval, water management work approval or activity approval under Part 3 of Chapter 3

Authority

Department of Primary Industries

Rural Fire Service

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

The development application and the documents accompanying it may be viewed on Council’s DA Tracking site located at datracker.tweed.nsw.gov.au

The documents will be available for a period of 28 days from Wednesday 22 January 2025 to Wednesday 19 February 2025.

Any person may, during the above period, make a written submission to the General Manager of Council. It should also be noted that Council has adopted a policy whereby, on request, any submission including identifying particulars will be made public. Council will give consideration to the ‘Public Interest’ and requests for confidentiality by submitters in determining access to submission letters. However, the provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 – GIPA may result in confidential submissions being released to an applicant.

Any submission objecting to the proposed development must state the ground upon which such objection is made.

Please note – requirements regarding Disclosure of Political Gifts and Donations

A disclosure is required to be made in a statement accompanying the relevant development or planning application by a person who makes the application. In addition, a person who makes a written submission either objecting to or supporting a relevant development or planning application must also make a disclosure if the person has made a reportable political donation. Further information regarding Donations and Gift Disclosure are available on Council’s website at tweed.nsw.gov.au/development-applications

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The old jetty at Dry Dock boat ramp will be removed and replaced with a new pontoon.

Councillor Catch-up

THIS WEEK we hear from our newest Tweed Shire Councillor Kimberly Hone for our ‘Councillor Catch-up’. Each week we want to report what our seven councillors think and their vision for the Tweed Shire. We put the same five questions to each councillor to give readers more information about their vision and hopes for the next 12 months. Read next week’s edition to hear from Cr Reece Byrnes.

1. What’s your vision for the Tweed Shire in 2025?

Any vision for the community should be based on listening to the people.

I have done this and heard loud and clear that our community wants accessible and affordable housing. We need to continue working on the Growth Management and Housing Strategy and ensure it progresses through council.

I have also listened to the challenges facing small business owners. As a small business owner myself, I understand the struggles in our area.

Most small business owners feel unsupported, misunderstood, and even hindered by council. We need a proactive council that supports applications for new businesses and business expansions.

This year, I will launch a Small Business Advisory Group, comprising a s uccessful mix of businesses across various industries.

The first issue we will tackle is council overreach and excessive planning r egulations. Council needs to step back and allow businesses to drive our economic recovery and growth.

2. What are some of the biggest challenges facing the Tweed Shire in 2025?

Locked-up parcels of land are the biggest factor contributing to the housing cr isis in the Tweed.

This also affects our tradies, who are forced to leave in search of reliable and consistent work.

Our community relies on council to work hard to deliver more land releases and to foster small businesses and apprenticeships.

We need to be more proactive in collaborating with state governments to expedite land releases. Additionally, we need state government support for major infrastructure projects that can accommodate new housing estates and inevitable population growth.

3. What improvements would you like to see for the Tweed Shire in 2025?

I would like to see a more cohesive elected body that truly understands the needs and desires of our community.

We need visionary leadership for our beautiful region rather than self-serv-

ing agendas that lack practicality. Our community doesn’t want vague statements; they want practical action and tangible results.

Has the elected body lost its ability to deliver great outcomes? It’s time to refocus and deliver.

4 . How do you plan to use your councillorship to address some of the challenges across the Tweed Shire in 2025?

Communication is key. My past ex periences have shown me the impor tance of being a great conversation alist, asking the right questions, and truly listening.

For example, close to 80 per cent of our community have consistently expressed, through multiple con sultations, their desire for Australia D ay celebrations and awards to remain on January 26th. Despite this, council moved the date, with this year’s awards ceremony now scheduled for the 24th.

We must demonstrate to the com munity that we are listening, meeting their expectations, and acting on their concerns.

5. Is there any special news or events you are eager to promote in 2025?

Mt Warning/Wollumbin will reopen this year — I will keep fighting until it does. I hope as many people as pos

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Toachieve good physical balance, we rely on our brain, eyes, inner-ear, and musculoskeletal system to work in harmony. However, when the fragile vestibular organs of the inner ear and brain are damaged by illness or injury, anyone can lose their ability to balance.

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By Jonathon Howard

GREENS CANDIDATE for Richmond Mandy Nolan has made it clear that if elected, she will not support a Peter Dutton government and will instead push hard for a minority Labor government to avoid Dutton.

Most political observers are predicting the major parties could struggle to win the next election outright, and a minority government could be the outcome, with preferences vital.

But the Greens, including leader Adam Bandt, are offering the first signs of backing Labor and say that they stand ready to work with Labor following a protracted and bitter dispute over Labor’s housing bill.

“The Greens will never ever support a Dutton government,” Ms Nolan said.

“If I’m elected to Canberra, I’ll work with the independents and Teals to deliver a minority-Labor government.”

“Last time the Greens were in a minority government with Labor, we successfully pushed for kids dental care to be covered under Medicare.

“This time we’ll get dental into Medicare for everyone, bringing direct relief to peoples’ pockets.”

In recent days, Greens leader Adam Bandt said a power-sharing government with Labor could deliver a “golden era of progressive reform” and made clear that keeping Dutton out will be a major focus for the coming election campaign.

“A minority parliament can keep Peter Dutton out and get those progressive reforms that I think will set the country up for generations,”

Mr Bandt said, arguing that the Greens will push a future minority Labor government to fund dental into Medicare through a new “Robin Hood” tax on corporate profits.

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has been criticised for offering “no genuine relief to cost-of-living pressures, instead focussing on

a fantasy of nuclear power, which would only ever drive energy bills up”.

He’s also come under attack for refusing to stand in front of the Aboriginal flag, trying to force local councils to hold citizenship ceremonies on Australia Day, and bringing back the taxpayer subsidised lunch.

“In a cost-of-living crisis the last thing people want to see is a return to long boozy lunches that cost the taxpayers,” Ms Nolan said.

“Dutton and the Liberals want to take Australia backwards, with a nasty politics of division, while Labor has approved more than 25 new coal and gas projects.

“If you’re disappointed with Labor, but want to keep Dutton out, we have an historic opportunity to turn Richmond Green.”

If elected to go to Canberra, Mandy Nolan says she would never support a Dutton government

Pharmacy break-in

By Jonathon Howard

TWEED POLICE are investigating the break and enter of a Casuarina pharmacy at about 3.30am on Thursday, January 16.

Police said they were called to the business on Casuarina Way, Casuarina, following reports of a break and enter.

“At the scene, police were told that three persons forced entry to the pharmacy before allegedly stealing several pharmaceutical products and leaving the premises,” NSW Police said.

“A short time later, police attempted to stop a vehicle on Tweed Coast Road, Chinderah.

“When the vehicle allegedly failed to stop as directed, a pursuit was initiated; however, was soon terminated when the vehicle entered Queensland.

“Three men — one aged 18 and two aged 20 — were arrested a short time later by Queensland Police and will be dealt with on separate matters.

“Inquiries into the break and enter are ongoing.”

Kingscliff house fire

MULTIPLE FIRE units from across the Tweed Coast raced to attend a house fire at McPhail Avenue in Kingscliff on Thursday, January 16, at about 2.20pm.

Firefighters from both Kingscliff Fire Station and Banora Point Fire and Rescue attended the incident.

On arrival crews were confronted with a residence with smoke issuing.

“Crews made entry to the home to find active fire in the kitchen area towards the rear of the home, and worked to contain the fire to the kitchen and eventually extinguish the blaze,” a spokesperson for Fire and Rescue said.

“The occupants of the home had managed to escape to safety and call ‘000’ prior to the fire taking hold.

“The fire was contained to the kitchen of the home, however there was smoke and heat damage to the remainder.

“The fire was reported as starting in a fridge within the kitchen area.”

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Major works complete

MOTORISTS CAN now enjoy better access to the valley’s village townships after the completion of flood restoration repairs on both Kyogle Road and Mount Warning Road recently.

The jointly funded restoration works by both the federal government and state government contributed a combined $47 million through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) to repair three slip sites on Kyogle Road and one at Mount Warning Road.

Works included slip remediation and road reconstruction works on three major landslips along Kyogle Road between Byangum and Uki, and another major landslip on Mount Warning Road.

Government officials thanked residents and motorists for their patience while work to restore these vital roads was carried out for Tweed Shire Council by Civil Mining and Construction from October 2023.

when they have been damaged in natural disasters, with three levels of government working together to ensure residents, businesses and visitors are all able to drive safely on these roads once more.”

Janelle Saffin, NSW Parliamentary Secretary for Disaster Recovery and Member for Lismore, said these are vital local roads that also bring many tourists to our region.

“The landslips were of a kind we have never had before and the preparatory work, let alone the works themselves, presented those charged with fixing them very difficult challenges, and I thank them as well as locals for their forbearance and many suggestions,” Ms Saffin said.

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Mayor Chris Cherry said completion of the restoration work is wonderful news not only for the Uki community but users of Kyogle Road.

Tyalgum Road

By Jonathon Howard

THE TYALGUM Road landslip recovery project is approaching the finishing line, as the project proves to be one of the most challenging infrastructure works in the Tweed Shire’s recent history, test ing both the resilience of the contractors involved and the community’s patience.

The completion of these restoration projects follows the recent reopening of Tweed Valley Way between Burringbar and Stokers Siding, a $1.2 million project which was also DRFA funded.

Member for Richmond Justine Elliot attended the site and highlighted how the Tweed Shire was “badly affected by the flood event in 2022”.

“So it’s great to see this work to restore roads to their pre-flood condition continues to be completed,” she said.

“It’s vital we restore transport links

“The floods of 2022 impacted significantly on the Tweed community, especially those living in our hinterland,” Mayor Cherry said.

“Kyogle Road is a key connection to Murwillumbah for residents and also a popular route connecting the Tweed to our neighbouring shires.

“I would like to thank contractors CMC for their work in restoring Kyogle and Mount Warning Roads and also working with the local community to have this significant project completed in time for what is a very busy time of the year.”

In February 2022, catastrophic rainfall deluged across the shire, trigger ing a landslide along a 100-meter stretch of Tyalgum Road which left deep cracks and a temporary road closure.

This landslip severed Tyalgum from the rest of Tweed, disrupting busi nesses and residents alike.

However, after securing funding from the NSW Government’s flood recovery program, a single lane was reopened, pro viding some relief to the community.

Fast forward to 2025, and the massive $16 million recovery effort is nearing its comple tion, with SEE Civil awarded the contract by Tweed Shire Council in March 2023. Despite the substantial progress, senior su

pervisor Greg Irvine from SEE Civil describes the conditions as “extremely challenging,” with the completion of the project now expected by late June, pending weather conditions.

Tweed Shire Council, alongside SEE Civil, recently invited The Weekly for a firsthand look at the ongoing work to better understand the scope and difficulties of the recovery efforts.

Site engineer Luiza Castro and senior project engineer Callum Hewitt also joined the tour to provide updates and answer questions. The scale of the project is evident at the site, where workers contend with deep mud and constant pressures to keep a single lane open for traffic. With extreme weather continuing to complicate the work, it’s clear from the visit that this job remains one of Tweed’s most demanding construction sites.

Mr Irvine explained the severity of the situation, emphasising the team’s focus on maintaining high safety standards despite the daunting conditions.

“It’s been an incredibly tight and challenging job,” he said.

“But we’re through the toughest stages now. Once the underground works

Mayor Chris Cherry with Member for Richmond Justine Elliott and Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin at the Kyogle Road announcement

downhill run

are finished, we’ll be on the downhill run.”

A key component of the recovery has been the installation of 130 piles, each driven 15 meters deep into the earth, with extra anchoring to ensure the road’s stability.

To date, 102-103 piles have been successfully completed, with the remainder expected to be finished by early February, weather permitting.

The specialised machinery and expertise required for this task have been provided by RIX Specialist Contraction, a Sydney-based subcontractor living at Tweed Heads and working closely with SEE Civil on the piles.

Once the piles are in place, the next phase will involve anchoring them securely, which could take up to two months.

Earthworks and roadworks are already progressing in tandem with this phase, Mr Irvine said, and the team remains optimistic that the project will be finished by June, with two lanes fully operational. However, persistent rainfall has created significant challenges, particularly during the earthworks phase.

“You can’t do roadworks in heavy rain or flash floods,” Mr Irvine explained.

“We’ve faced a year of intense weather, with record-breaking rainfall, and while there have

been minor adjustments to the plan, we’ve avoided major delays.”

A spokesperson for Tweed Shire Council acknowledged the strong partnership with SEE Civil, noting their dedication and teamwork throughout the project.

“We’re on the downhill run to getting Tyalgum Road back to two lanes,” Mr Irvine said.

Ms Castro highlighted the project’s engineering resilience and wanted to reassure the community that the road, once completed, will be stable for the long term.

“The road will stay after this project,” she said.

Ms Castro commended the ongoing relationship between SEE Civil and the Tyalgum community, praising the residents for their patience and understanding as the work progresses.

“The community’s support has been incredible,” she said. “It’s been a true partnership from start to finish.”

As the Tyalgum Road landslip recovery nears completion, the project stands as a testament to both the strength of the local community and the perseverance of the workers overcoming one of the most difficult road restoration efforts in Tweed’s recent history.

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Warning on land clearing

TWEED MAYOR Chris Cherry has warned that anyone considering unlawful native vegetation clearing could face hefty fines, following a landmark court decision that imposed record fines for illegal land clearing in NSW.

The Land and Environment Court, under The Honourable Justice John Ernest Robson, recently imposed fines of over $1 million each on two defendants for the unlawful clearing of 1,262 hectares of native vegetation on a property near Narrabri in NSW.

The case, Secretary, Department of Planning, Industry and Environment v Ronald Lewis Greentree and Auen Grain Pty Ltd, serves as a new benchmark for the serious consequences to those who clear native land without approval.

Mayor Cherry highlighted that land clearing has taken place in the Tweed Shire before, and she emphasised that the court’s recent decision sends a clear message.

“Anyone thinking of clearing native vegetation in the Tweed should be aware of the potential for dire consequences,” she said.

“These penalties highlight the importance of protecting our nat ural environment and the severe repercussions for ignoring en vironmental regulations.”

Despite knowing the le gal requirements for land clearing, the defendants carried out the work for financial gain without obtaining necessary permits.

In 2022, Ronald Greentree and Auen Grain Pty Ltd were found guilty of unlawfully clearing 1,262 hectares of vegetation on the ‘Boolcarrol’ property.

Charged with eight separate offences un der the Native Vegetation Act 2003 and

Local Land Services Act 2013, the clearing represented about 10 per cent of the property.

The court issued record fines of $1,015,200 on Greentree and $1,072,800 on Auen Grain, reflecting the scale of the clearing, the environmental harm caused, and the financial gain obtained.

The decision underscores the serious legal consequences of unlawful land clearing and sets a precedent for future cases.

Mayor Cherry underscored that the Tweed Shire is committed to preserving its unique environment and will refer matters to the court if required.

“We will not tolerate illegal clearing of native vegetation,” she said.

“Our community expects us to protect the natural beauty of the Tweed, and we will continue to take action against those who break the law.”

The court’s decision also highlighted the importance of general deterrence, stressing that harsh penalties are necessary to prevent future violations and protect endangered species and habitats.

Mayor Cherry said council will continue to monitor land clearing activities and enforce regulations to safeguard the area’s environment for future generations.

YOUR THOUGHTS: Do you know of any unlawful or allegedly unlawful land clearing in the Tweed Shire? The Weekly would like to hear your thoughts and letters via email: editor@ theweekly.net.au

Wild weather causes havoc

Continued from page 3.

After weeks of beautiful weather over the summer holidays the storm season had finally hit, with Thursday’s storms followed by more on Friday. Severe storms on Saturday brought flash flooding to parts of the Tweed including streets in the Banora Point/Tweed Heads area.

On Saturday night a utility was washed off a causeway in Limpinwood with a much-loved pastor losing his life (see page 12)

Boat chaos on river

Marine Rescue Point Danger (MRPD) volunteers joined Tweed Heads water police going to the rescue as boats were dragged from their moorings and were set adrift after a supercell brought strong winds on Thursday afternoon.

“That storm front came through quite aggressively and from that we got three consecutive calls for help,” MRPD unit commander Aaron Ashley told The Weekly.

“We had a 14-year-old person on a boat adrift in the river, reports of a houseboat adrift, and reports of three people on a jet ski requiring assistance as well, all at one time.

“We had to activate all our crews and get both boats on the water and work with the water police to see who was going to do what and get everything sorted out as quickly as we could.”

Aaron said that the storm, with winds gusting up to 78 km/h at the airport, came up really quickly but afterwards it was very calm.

“We had quite fine conditions we were responding in which made it easier,” he said.

“The water police decided to go and help the 14-year-old adrift on a boat in the river down Fingal/Chinderah way.

“We were initially searching for the three people on the jet ski that required assistance.

“We had our bigger vessel go and investigate the reports of a houseboat that was reported adrift in the river near the public mooring towards the Anchorage.”

The vessel turned out to be a yacht about 13 metres (44 feet) long according to Aaron.

“It had dragged down to the intersection of Terranora Inlet and the Tweed River,” he said.

“It was fine, it wasn’t moving when we got there, but it couldn’t stay where it was.

“It was quite a big vessel and there was a lot of water rushing out with the rain and the tide was low.

“There was nobody on board but it was owned by a local person and the boat was known to the area.”

The water police sorted out the issue with the teenager on the boat adrift and then contacted the owner of the yacht.

“We waited for the owner and then towed him back to a reasonable spot,” Aaron said.

“We went looking for the people on the jet ski where they were reported towards the Tweed River bar but we didn’t see anything and there was no one around and we were stood down from that search.

“The water police got another report that may have been confused with that.

“They did ask us to go and do an inspection from our radio tower because they have a good view of the bar and they didn’t see anything.”

Aaron said there were a few other boats that were up against the shore but the owners were taking care of them and didn’t ask for assistance.

“There was a smaller houseboat that dragged anchor but that was taken care of by the owners of the houseboat company,” he said.

That was just the start of the wild weather, which continued into the weekend.

A yacht on the riverbank. Photo: Marine Rescue Point Danger

Your official

By Jonathon Howard

TWEED SHIRE residents are spoilt for choice this coming Australia Day long weekend with plenty of activities, live entertainment and events to keep you busy.

Twin Towns Club

Twin Towns has got your entertainment covered with some outstanding free and ticketed events across the Australia Day weekend, kicking off on Friday, January 24, with Venus Envy playing a free 9pm gig at Twin Towns. The fun continues on Saturday, January 25, with local hot rockers Fat Albert playing a free gig at Club Banora from 6pm, or catch the Rouge Traders that same night from 8pm for $54.90 at The Showroom (Twin Towns).

For Australia Day, Sunday, January 26, Twin Towns will host four free gigs: Chester Duo at the Juniors Club (Banora Point) from 1pm, Phil Guest from 1pm in the Club Banora

Lounge, The Influence will light up the stage at Twin Towns from 3pm and Made in Australia will round off the night from 7.30pm.

Riverview Hotel

The Riverview Hotel in South Murwillumbah will host a big Australia Day event on Sunday, January 26, with live entertainment by Drummer Not Included starting from 2.30pm and will serve up a free sausage sizzle from around 3pm.

Court House Hotel

There’s also plenty of exciting events and giveaways at Court House Hotel in Murwillumbah’s main street, with a pallet of beer cartons to give away between 12pm and 4pm, plus live music by Fergus Hogan.

Scales for seafood

To kick off the festivities, Scales is open for business from 9am on Sunday, serving a great range of Aussie seafood at a prime location for picnics by the beautiful Tweed River.

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Scales offer fresh prawn rolls and headless green prawns for $35 per kilo this year, which are great as garlic prawns on the barbecue.

Plus, there’s plenty of fresh seafood with Aussie mud crabs looking great, king prawns plus a range of locally caught fish.

Sunnyside Meats

For a great range of meats check out Sunnyside Meats in Murwillumbah for some delicious lamb chops, lamb burger patties and lamb shanks. Be sure to give the iconic Sunnyside Meats Vegemite and Cheese Sausages a go for $16.99 per kilo and you won’t be disappointed by this Aussie icon.

Kingscliff Beach Bowls Club

Kingscliff Beach Bowls Club has you covered for a coastal Aussie Day this weekend with plenty of exciting entertainment and barefoot bowls.

The club will host live music on Friday with Mr Troy, Saturday with The Mersey Connection and Ben Whiting, followed by a special Australia Day with Summer Sunday Session by Nathan Kaye in conjunction with the Aussie Day barefoot bowls.

Imperial Hotel Murwillumbah

The iconic ‘Pink Hotel’ in Murwillumbah’s main street will host a special Triple J Hottest 100 countdown from midday on Saturday, January 25, with a great atmosphere as well as drink and food specials.

Condong Bowling Club

Will host a special Australia Day barbecue breakfast on Sunday, January 26, in conjunction with barefoot bowls, putt putt golf competition, followed by an Aussie barbecue for lunch.

The day will feature Music on the Green and mystery prizes. The cost is $20 per person.

South Tweed Sports Club

Always up for a good time is the iconic South Tweed Sports Club, which will feature some stellar live acts across the Australia Day weekend.

Getting the groove started is Rockafellas on Friday, January 24, from 7pm. Saturday, January 25, will feature Jazz and Swing from 1.30pm to 4.30pm, you can also check out Black Tie Affair on Saturday from 7pm.

For Aussie Day on Sunday, Janu-

ary 26, Mark Redmayne will light up the Sports Club from 11.30am to 2.30pm.

Tumbulgum Cricket Challenge

Join the fun of the annual Tumbulgum Cricket Challenge with The Village People squaring off against the North Tumbulgum Cavaliers at Brian Breckenridge Field, Bawden Street, on Australia Day, Sunday, January 26, after the community awards from 9.45am.

Bring along chairs and a picnic morning tea to share while your family relaxes and cheers on the play.

Rotary Clubs of MurwillumbahAustralia Day Event

Rotary Clubs across Murwillumbah will once again team up to host the Tweed Shire’s special Australia Day Free Family Fun Day at the Murwillumbah public pool from 9am to 1pm on Sunday, January 26.

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A special Welcome to Country and Indigenous performances will feature throughout the day.

T he official Tweed Shire Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony will take place on Friday, January 24, by invitation only.

The event will name the Tweed Citizen of the Year as well as recipients honoured in six other categories. A citizenship ceremony will also welcome around

citizens from 10 different countries.

Crabbes Creek School

Join the wonderful people of Crabbes Creek for their special Australia Day Breakfast at the Crabbes Creek School on Crabbes Creek Road on Sunday, January 26, from 8am to 11am. Entry is $10 which includes breakfast, entertainment and awards ceremony.

Tyalgum Australia Day Celebrations

The beautiful village of Tyalgum knows how to put on an Aussie Day celebration and will once again host a range of events on Sunday, January 26, from 9.30am to 12pm at the Tyalgum Community Hall.

Lions Australia Day Event

The Lions Club will host a special Australia Day event at Lions Park, Norries Headland, Cabarita Beach on Sunday, January 26, from 6.30am to 10.30am.

Pool comp at Imperial

By Madeleine Murray

THE IMPERIAL HOTEL has just launched a weekly pool competition to coincide with the opening of its charming new games room. The historic pub/hotel’s latest offering was unveiled only a couple of weeks ago.

The separate pink lounge area has two pool tables, bar seating, antique Chesterfields with furnishings, and a handful of TVs for enjoying sport from 10am, 7 days a week.

It’s proven the perfect location for the Impy’s new pool competition, which kicked off on Thursday, January 9.

The weekly event will be hosted at 6pm, with registration required pre-match with Darren at the bar. Entry is $5, with a free schooner for each competitor,

plus prizes of cash and alcohol up for grabs.

“We’re excited to welcome a Thursday pool comp to the Impy, and offer a new place for our local pool sharks to hang out,” assistant manager Joe Westwood told The Weekly.

“Our first event went off without a hitch, with 10 players enjoying themselves right up until the pub closed its doors at 10pm.”

The Weekly dropped in last Thursday to watch about a dozen people playing and watching.

“I’m here to help my friend. It’s only just started and hopefully it will build over the weeks,” Craig McCaffery told The

The Pool comp is at the Imperial Hotel at 6 pm every Thursday. Entry is $5, with a free schooner for each competitor, with prizes of cash and alcohol. Registration required pre-match with Darren at the bar. The hotel is at 115 Murwillumbah St, Murwillumbah. For more info, go to impy.com.au

ARE YOU MISSING that Big Band sound? Then wait no longer, from the 20s to the 60s, Hint of Swing Big Band will transport you back to the fabulous golden age of music at the Tweed Valley Jazz Club on Friday 31st January from 6-9pm.

Band leader Ivan Cocking has led several Regular Army

and has worked with many international stars including Shirley

The 18 piece ensemble will perform a range of tunes featuring big band classics and jazz standards, latin and blues favourites, as well as arrangements from the Great American Songbook featuring vocalists Cheryl O’Brien and James Henshaw.

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Gospel choir starting up in M|Arts Precinct

By Madeleine Murray

BIG VOICE COMMUNITY GOSPEL CHOIR

returns to the M|Arts Precinct, Murwillumbah under the guidance of the exuberant Janet Swain. The first rehearsal on Tuesday, January 28, is free session for newcomers to get a feeling for what it means to be part of a choir.

The aim is to learn great songs and have a blast doing it.

There will be two 20-week semesters, two great performances during the year, and a lot of good times and laughter along the way.

The community choir is open to everyone who has a hankering to sing songs from folk to pop to a smattering of classical plus a few original songs. There’s no need to have sung in choir before or to have a voice like Pavarotti.

“Singing with Big Voice has been a deeply joyful and expressive experience,” choir member Jesse Tucker said.

“Janet is a passionate conductor who strives for quality without unrealistic expectations. She inspires singers to open their heart and minds.”

With her perfect pitch, musical versatility and ebullient personality, Janet is an exciting and fun choir leader.

“Singing has so many powerful benefits for a person’s brain, health, and breathing,” Janet told The Weekly.

“Singing tones the body and the mind, and is a way to get high quickly, without the need for drugs.”

The charismatic singer is a songwriter and choir maker who has been creating choirs for many years in Sydney, Singapore and the Northern Rivers. Janet has been running a choir in Brunswick Heads for the past nine years. Last year the combined voices of Brunswick Heads and Murwillumbah choirs raised over $8000 for community groups, and the aim is to do the same or better in 2025.

Janet is also in a band called The Loveys, a four-piece cabaret style group well known for great songs and uplifting and entertaining live performances.

The first session is free, and is on at 5:30pm, Tuesday, January 28, at the M|Arts Precinct, Cnr Brisbane & Wollumbin St, Murwillumbah. For more info, go to Big Voice Choir on Facebook, or contact Janet at sdynastymusic@ gmail.com. Sessions will be on for the next 20 weeks at the same time and place each Tuesday.

Janet Swain and drummer Elliott Orr with the combined Big Voice Choir at Civic Hall in Mullumbimby

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Car for Sale

2007 Holden Commodore Station Wagon. Low kilometres 160k. Good tyres and good engine. Selling for $6,000. Please phone: (02) 6672 6687

Public Notice

Mooball and Crabbes Creek Swamp Drainage Union No�ce of Annual General Mee�ng

Monday 10 February 2025

Time: 9.00am

Loca�on: Moo Moo Café, 5875 Tweed Valley Way, Mooball 2483.

Due to recent legisla�ve changes under the Water Management Act 2000 (NSW), Mooball and Crabbes Creek Swamp Drainage Union invites all landholders within the drainage union’s district to a�end the Annual General Mee�ng.

This Act has introduced new provisions for private drainage boards, which are now classified as private water corpora�ons. These amendments impact governance and administra�on, requiring the adop�on of a new works plan and internal governance rules.

All landholders within the Mooball and Crabbes Creek Swamp Drainage Union boundary, as outlined in the boundary map, are invited to a�end.

Key topics for discussion include:

• Adop�on of internal governance rules

• Adop�on of the drainage union’s works plan

• Proposed changes to the boundaries of the drainage union

• Financial report and plans for the year ahead

• Elec�on of directors to the board

This is an important mee�ng for all members, and your par�cipa�on is crucial in shaping the future of our drainage union. Contact tweeddrainagecouncil@gmail.com for copies of the corpora�on’s rules, works plan, appointment of proxy form, elec�on nomina�on forms. RSVP by 4 February 2025 to the secretary, Joanne Iva: tweeddrainagecouncil@gmail.com We look forward to seeing you there!

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Death Notice

In Loving Memory of GAYLE MERYL HOGBERG

02/01/39 – 12/01/25

Late of Bogangar, aged 86

Dearly loved wife of John(dec)

Loved Mother of Malcolm (dec), Judith and Susan. Grandmother to Cassie, Aaron, Stacey, Jason (dec), Lorinda, Shane.

Great Grandmother to Lily, Cooper, Toby, Nate, Ben, Hunter, Taylor, Lauchlan, Bailey, Charlotte, Chayse and Reece. Will be Greatly Missed

Funeral Notice

In loving Memory of Daniel Allen Fletcher

29/06/1985 - 24/11/2024

Passed away suddenly and tragically.

Son of Allen and Jayne Fletcher

Brother/Brother-in-law of Matthew, Linda and Nathan Uncle of Lana and Zeb

Family and Friends are warmly invited to honor and celebrate the life of Daniel. Friday 24th January 2025 at the Tweed Memorial Gardens Chapel. 176 Kirkwood Rd, Tweed Heads South NSW 2486 at 10.00am NSW time.

Tweed Heads (07) 5599 1800

In Loving memory of Donald George Way

5 July 1937 – 18 January 2025

Late of Murwillumbah, aged 87.

Dearly loved husband of Dulcie Loved father and father-in-law of Peter & Anne-Louise, Tanya & Gary, Terri & David, and Sonya.

Grandfather of Caitlin, Jordan, Brooklyn, Tegan, Katie, Rees, Lewis, Benjamin, Jarrod, and Joshua. Great grandfather of Cayla

Son of Chum and Mary (dec)

Brother of John, Keith, Lloyd (all dec) and Marie.

Family and friends are warmly invited to honour and celebrate the life of Don. Friday 24th January 2025, 1:30pm (NSW) at The Tweed Valley Lawn Cemetery, Eviron Road, Eviron. Don was muched loved and will be greatly missed.

Late of Murwillumbah. Passed away peacefully on Friday 17th January 2025. Aged 71 Years.

Dearly loved husband of Lyndall Loved Father and Father -in-law of Jacob & Sarah, Luke, and Tom Cherished Grandfather of Alex, Ollie and Jack

Loved Brother of Judy, Michael, Phil and Cathy

Family and friends are warmly invited to attend Geoff’s Funeral Service to be held at the Tweed Valley Lawn Chapel and Crematorium, Eviron Road, Eviron on Wednesday 29th January at 11.30 am (NSW time).

Funeral Notice

Patricia Kay McPherson

23rd November 1948 – 19th January 2025 Aged 76 years. Late of Pottsville.

Beloved wife of David, Much loved mother of Leanne, Cameron, Matthew, Tracey and families Family and friends of Patricia are invited to attend her funeral service,tobeheldattheMelaleucaStationMemorialGardens Chapel, Tweed Valley Way, Chinderah on Friday 24th January 2025 at 12 noon NSW Time (11am QLD) ose unable to attend can log into the streamed service at www.heritagebrothers.com.au/streaming Family would love you to wear bright coloured clothing to the service.

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SMITH Joan Ada

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on 17th January 2025 at John Flynn Hospital, late of Tweed Heads. Aged 87 years.

Beloved wife of Ray (deceased), much loved mum and mother-in-law of Colin, Kathryn & Wayne, Richard, David, Sarah & Michael, proud and loving grandma to Aislinn, Daniel, Lydia, Allegra, Daisy, Edward, Juno and Josie and loved great grandma of Finn and Sunniva (deceased).

Loved and remembered by all her family and friends.

Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service for Joan to be at the Tweed Valley Lawn Cemetery Chapel on Friday 31st January 2025 at 11.00am (NSW time) 10.00am (Qld time).

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Lily Elizabeth Mary Dusi (nee Garland)

09/05/1940 —27/01/2024

We are always thinking of you, especially today.

We can‘t even put into words how much we love and miss you, but you are always with us. We will love you always and forever.

Love always,

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29/12/1929 -9/8/2021

Late of Crabbes Creek and formally Ono Degno Italy.

Passed away peacefully at home 9th August 2021. Aged 91 years.

We offer holistic and unique funerals that empower you to have a deeply meaningful and inclusive experience

Dearly loved brother, brother in law, uncle, cousin and friend to many.

Direction cremations $2560 including transfers and all legal paper work

Much loved and sadly missed by his family in Australia, Italy and Switzerland. Thankyou for all kind thoughts and wishes.

Full Service Cremations starting at $6360. www.tiarefunerals.com

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TYALGUM’S BELOVED gem, Flutterbies Cottage Café, is proud to announce its 20th birthday on Australia Day, Sunday, January 26.

This incredible milestone celebrates two decades of exceptional service, delicious food, and heartfelt hospitality with a smile.

Flutterbies has become a treasured restaurant, event venue, and tourism landmark, playing a pivotal role in putting Tyalgum on the map.

Since its inception in 2005, Flutterbies has worked tirelessly to showcase the charm and character of Tyalgum, transforming the village into a must-visit destination in the Tweed Shire. Through its warm ambiance, signature high teas, and commitment to community events, the café has drawn visitors from near and far, cementing its reputation as a cornerstone of local tourism.

“We are very honoured to be in the position to announce our 20th birthday this year and celebrate the achievement with all of our friends,” said Haniel Medinet, manager of Flutterbies Cottage Café.

“We understand the persistence and commitment it takes to reach such a milestone in an industry that has certainly faced its challenges, especially in recent years.

“In our early years, we worked hard to highlight the beauty of Tyalgum, and it’s rewarding to see how this village has flourished into a thriving destination for visitors.”

Over the years, Flutterbies has not only delighted guests with its exquisite offerings but also weathered challenges such as devastating fires, COVID lockdowns, and long-term road closures caused by floods.

Terrestrial wonder

TWEED PHOTOGRAPHER Bernard West captured a stunning photo of the recently discovered Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) on Monday, January 20.

Mr West told The Weekly he took the shot at 8.45pm near Tropical Fruit World, which offers a beautiful view of the Tweed Valley and Wollumbin (Mt Warning).

“Shot it with my DSLR at 70mm with an eight second exposure,” he said.

“The camera sensor picks up a lot more light than the eye, so it wasn’t as visible with the eye.

“But you could definitely see it with some of the tail with the naked eye.

“Best to let your eyes adjust to the darkness for 10 or 15 minutes.

“I believe the comet will still be visible for the next few days, but it will be getting dimmer.”

Mr West has been taking incredible images such as these for the past ten years in the Tweed Shire.

The comet was discovered by the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) survey on April 5, 2024, in images obtained with a 0.5-m reflector telescope located in Río Hurtado, Chile.

The comet will be visible in Australia’s evening sky, specifically on the western horizon, for several days. G3 came within 13.5 million kilometres from the sun and is around 146 million kilometres from earth.

To have the best chance of spotting the G3 comet, simply look to the western horizon just after sunset during clear skies.

Look for the extended tail pointing towards the horizon, below the planet Venus.

The G3 comet will not be visible from earth for about 600,000 years making it a rare sight indeed.

Flutterbies Café turns twenty

Its resilience is a testament to the unwavering support of the local community and its loyal visitors.

“We recognise our local community, our loyal customers — some of whom have frequented Flutterbies from the very beginning,” Ms Medinet added.

“Those who have shared the journey with us to our staff and friends who have allowed this vision to unfold as a beautiful story and we acknowledge the strength that community spirit gives to a group of people who share the same vision.”

Anniversary festivities

Friday, January 24

Come celebrate the start of the Aussie Day long weekend with Friday Pizza Night, featuring the fabulous sounds of Luke Bennett starting at 7pm.

Saturday, January 25:

The festivities extend into the weekend with the first Tyalgum Village Market Day of 2025, running from 9am to 3pm.

“Whether you join us for high tea, lunch, live music, or the markets, there’s something for everyone,” Ms Medinet said.

Sunday, January 26

Live music kicks off at 11am with the talented Leigh James, setting the tone for a joyous day.

As a token of gratitude, guests can enjoy a complimentary Rose Bliss champagne cocktail with their lunch.

For more information or to make a reservation, please contact Flutterbies Cottage Café at (02) 6679 3221. Here’s to two decades of excellence, community, and tourism — and many more to come.

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ABOVE: Solar Chapel and Haniel Medinet, Manager of Flutterbies

RIGHT: Flutterbies Cottage Café has been serving up goodness

20 years

Image of the comet C/2024 G3 taken by Bernard West on Monday, January 20

Real Estate

FROM COAST TO COUNTRY

Some great budget buys in the Tweed

By Jo Kennett

THERE ARE some great budget buys in fantastic locations around the shire at the moment.

Most of them are residential park homes and don’t tell my boss but I got quite excited about some of the retirement living apartments on offer. Is it ever too early to retire? I don’t think so.

But let’s get serious. Obviously the Tweed is no longer full of cheapies like it was only five or ten years ago, but once you come to terms with that and realise that if you want to live in this lovely neck of the woods you are going to be working seven jobs for the rest of your life — okay a slight exaggeration there — why wouldn’t you just go for it.

If you are over 55 you are in luck, because DJ Stringer has a lovely unit with park views at 4/74 Greenway Drive, Banora Point for $325,000 to $345,000

It’s a ground level strata titled villa in a well maintained complex with an undercover outdoor patio, a perfect place for a cuppa as you watch the world go by (okay that’s David’s words, not mine.). You could

also get over to that lovely park and get in among all the outdoor action yourself.

There are a few lovely residential blocks around the $400,000 mark in the Bilambil, Terranora area, some of them close to the river which would make lovely home sites if you’re up for that adventure.

After scouring several pages of real.estate.com we finally found the cheapest normal unit that isn’t retirement living, in a park, under offer, in a commune, or only for holidays, at that old staple for budget units, Kennedy Drive, Tweed Heads West.

It has a two-bedroom unit in a small complex beside the river at 4/198 Kennedy Drive for $500,000 to $530,000. It’s on the second floor with low maintenance and low body corp with river views from the balcony and, being close to all that Cooly and Tweed Heads has to offer, would be a great location to call home.

There’s a few nice two-bedroom units for around the $600K mark but one of the best buys on the market at the moment is 5/40 Dry Dock Road, Tweed Heads South.

Open Homes

All times are DST unless specified.

Saturday, January 25

MANA

• 1 Prince Street, Murwillumbah, 9-9.30am

• 2251 Big River Way, Ulmarra, 9-9.30am

• 1 Tree Street, Murwillumbah, 10-10.30am

• 30 Balemo Drive, Ocean Shores, 10-10.30am

• 22-24 River Street, Brushgrove, 10.30-11am

• 2/2 Gara Court, Ocean Shores, 11-11.30am

• 467 Tweed Valley Way, South Murwillumbah, 11-11.30am

• 49 Eviron Road, Condong, 12-12.30pm

• 5 Aldinga Court, Ocean Shores, 1-1.30pm

This immaculate contemporary townhouse is on the market with McGrath Estate Agents Coolangatta/Tweed Heads for $695,000 to $745,000 and is in a prime position across from Terranora Creek with walking trails leading to Tweed Heads

• 2/10 Halyard Court, Ocean Shores, 2-2.30pm

DJ Stringer Property Services

It has a spacious kitchen, openplan layout, two big bedrooms, three bathrooms and a double garage, storage, laundry, and a private rear courtyard, ideal for small pets on approval. Close to local taverns including the Ivory and clubs, cafes, and

• 155 Golden Four Dr, Bilinga, 9– 9.30am QLD Time

• 5/28 Dutton St, Coolangatta, 10– 10.30am QLD Time

• 20 Eliza Fraser Ct, Terranora, 10– 10.30am

• 16/15-17 South St, Coolangatta, 11 – 11.30am QLD Time

• 1066/20-22 Stuart St, Tweed Heads, 11 – 11.30am

• 2/98 McLean St, Coolangatta, 11 -11.30am QLD Time

• 5 Pimpala Ct, Tugun, 12 – 12:30pm QLD Time

• 27 Oakland Dr, Banora Point, 1 – 1.30pm

• 41/1-33 Harrier Dr, Tweed Heads South, 2 – 2.30pm

• 3/4B Chitticks Lane, Fingal, 3 – 3.30pm

Tate Brownlee Real Estate

• 7 Tweed Coast Road, Hastings Point, 9 – 9.30am

• 21 Point Break Circuit, Kingscliff, 10 – 10.30am

the creek; it’s only five minutes to Duranbah and Coolangatta beaches. What’s not to love?

First National Real Estate Murwillumbah has a couple of great buys for sale, including a three-bedroom duplex with a lovely little garden at 1/9 McPherson Court, Murwillumbah for sale for $695,000.

They also have one of Tyalgum’s best homes for sale at 23 Wollumbin Street for $830,000 with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

It has a huge entertainment deck, a spa and rooftop solar, in the heart of the historic village which offers a range of restaurants, cafes, the Tyalgum Hotel and gift shops, as well as hosting the Tyalgum Classical Music Festival, Country Music Festival and live theatre.

The best thing about many of the budget buys is the location. With a bit of research there is every opportunity to find a home close to all the wonderful things the area has to offer — the beaches, restaurants, shops and natural beauty surrounding it all, without having to be a millionaire or murder your granny.

• 38 Terranora Road, Banora Point, 10– 10.30am

• 19 Nandina Terrace. Banora Point, 11 – 11.30am

• 4 4 Lakeview Parade, Tweed Heads South, 11 – 11.30am

• 38 The Hermitage, Tweed Heads South, 12 – 12.30pm

• 3 Flemington Street, Banora Point, 12– 12.30pm

• 10 Seafarer Place, Banora Point, 1 – 1.30pm

• 78 Glen Ayr Drive, Banora Point, 1 – 1.30pm

• 56 Charles Street, Tweed Heads, 2– 2.30pm

• 3/12 Lord Street, Coolangatta, 3 – 3.30pm

McGrath

• 8 Callistemon Avenue, Casuarina, 10 – 10.30am

• 3 Longboard Circuit, Kingscliff, 11 – 11.30am

• 3/5 Sedalia Place, Banora Point, 11 – 11.30am

• 13/25 Salt Water Crescent, Kingscliff, 12 – 12.30pm

• 5/40 Dry Dock Road, Tweed Heads South, 12 – 12.30pm

• 16/13-17 Beach Street, Kingscliff, 12 – 12.30pm

• 7/261-263 Golden Four Drive, Bilinga, 12.15 – 12.45pm

This lovely townhouse at 40 Dry Dock Road, Tweed Heads South is for sale with McGrath. Below: 23 Wollumbin Street, Tyalgum for sale with First National Real Estate Murwillumbah

Fairways on North Arm 42 North Arm Road

Let's inspect

5/28 Dutton Street Coolangatta

COASTAL INSPIRED BEACH HOUSEwith dual living

Experience the pleasures of living by the sea from this fully modernised & transformed (4) bedroom residence that offers a myriad of lifestyle choices and dual living options to cater for the independent family and or home business operation.

9:00-9:30am (QLD)

David Stringer 0418 150 731

16/15-17 South Street Coolangatta

BEACHSIDE LIVING - adjacent to Kirra Beach

Elevated ground level (2) bedroom unit including large terrace & double garage, within short stroll to the beach & Kirra’s cosmopolitan dining precinct.

Interest Over $895K

11:00-11:30am (QLD)

David Stringer 0418 150 731 david@djstringer.com.au

2/98 McLean Street Coolangatta

COOLANGATTA ENTERTAINERenjoy a social way of life'

Nestled in the quiet back streets of Coolangatta you will enjoy this character filled (3) bedroom residence within 'Tanisha Palms' being a secure, gated community of six freestanding homes within moments to the CBD & beach. For Sale Expressions of Interest

11:00-11:30am (QLD)

Deborah Bingle 0403 727 548 deborah@djstringer.com.au

COASTAL LIVING - on Goodwin Park

Experience total convenience and an abundance of lifestyle options from this immaculate, first level, coastal inspired (2) bedroom residence, just one of (8) only and within a moment's notice to the beach & CBD.

Sale Interest Over $995K

10:00-10:30am (QLD)

Stringer 0418 150 731

20 Eliza Fraser Court Terranora

IMPRESSIVE FAMILY HOME – with dual living'

A fabulous entertainer that is easy to maintain and boasts generous open plan living, enhanced with hinterland scenery and a lower-level that flows seamlessly out onto a large deck to entertain family & friends. For Sale Contact Agent

Saturday 10:00-10:30am (NSW) Deborah Bingle 0403 727 548 deborah@djstringer.com.au

1066/20-22 Stuart Street Tweed Heads

BOUTIQUE APARTMENT - Twin Towns precinct'

Arrive home to enjoy this spacious (1) bedroom furnished apartment located on the (6th) level offering an abundance of lifestyle options, right on the cusp of Coolangatta & Tweed Central.

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Buyer Range $650K - $670K

Saturday 11:00-11:30am (NSW) Deborah Bingle 0403 727 548 deborah@djstringer.com.au

5 Pimpala Court Tugun

EXPANSIVE FAMILY ENTERTAINERrelax and enjoy'

Elevated at the far end of a quiet cul-de-sac, you will enjoy the privacy and tranquility from this dual level (5) bedroom residence nestled amongst native surrounds & perched on 1211m2 allotment.

For Sale Offers over $1.7M

Open Saturday 12:00-12:30pm (QLD)

Deborah Bingle 0403 727 548 deborah@djstringer.com.au 5 3 3

41/1-33 Harrier Street Tweed Heads South

COASTAL TOWN HOME – Oasis views'

Experience low maintenance convenient living from this modernised (3) bedroom town home, within a well-cared for gated community establishment.

• To assist prospective purchasers during this time a Pest & Building Report is available upon request.

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Buyer Range

$765K - $795K

Open Saturday 2:00-2:30pm (NSW)

David Stringer 0418 150 731 david@djstringer.com.au

1/305 Golden Four Drive Bilinga

ABSOLUTE OCEANFRONT LIVINGwhen you deserve the very best'

Discover the charm of this superb, elevated twobedroom ground-level oceanfront apartment within Casa Del Rey'.

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Buyer Guide

$1.8M

Open By appointment

David Stringer 0418 150 731

david@djstringer.com.au

27 Oakland Parade Banora

Point

FABULOUS FAMILY ENTERTAINERshare the good times'

Experience the pleasures of family unity from this spacious (4) bedroom low set private residence, filled with options and framed within a 1036m2 elevated allotment.

Buyer Guide $1.350M-$1.4M

Open Saturday 1:00-1:30am (NSW)

David Stringer 0418 150 731 david@djstringer.com.au 4 2 3

3/4B Chitticks Lane Fingal Head

CAPTURE THE SPIRIT OF DREAMTIME BEACH

Nestled within an exclusive seaside enclave, you will enjoy solace from this (3) bedroom coastal inspired town home (just one of 3 only) within 250m to access Fingal Head Beach & the beautiful Dreamtime Beach.

Buyer Guide $1.650M - $1.7M

Open Saturday 3:00-3:30pm (NSW)

David Stringer 0418 150 731

david@djstringer.com.au

35 Navigators Way Tweed Heads

WATERFRONT LIVINGAnchorage Islands precinct'

Immerse yourself into an idyllic lifestyle from this beautiful (3) bedroom low set residence that commands hypnotising views of the inlet and the gentle sway of a small flotilla of boats within the harbour.

Buyer Guide

$2.4M - $2.5M

Open By appointment

David Stringer 0418 150 731

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