Five recent developments which could change the face of Lismore

Lismore is once again becoming a hub of ingenuity and business. See the proposed plans which could bring big bucks and big changes to town:

Here are just five businesses that could change the face of Lismore.

It seems the Northern Rivers is slowly rebounding from Covid-19, with dozens of new business and infrastructure projects set in motion recently.

These commercial developments or opportunities have the chance to change the face of Lismore and revitalise our region.

Here are the top ones to watch out for:

INNOVATIVE HOUSING

This 10-bedroom development in the Lismore CBD includes spaces for a coffee shop and open-air car park on the ground floor, the development includes communal areas, rooftop entertaining areas and garden plots

The 14-18 Bounty Street was first brought to council in 2019 and was estimated to cost $3.4 million.

It was designed to help older, vulnerable women find housing.

However, a lack of state government funding has stopped this project in its shovel-ready stage.

While it has halted their plans temporarily, all it takes is some cash to see this innovative solution transform our CBD and help the housing crisis.

The Lismore train station in South Lismore.

NEW BAKERY AND RESTAURANT

The “forgotten” South Lismore train station may soon be subject to a revival if this development goes forward.

The owners of Blue Kitchen, which has so far operated out of the Norco complex on Wilson Street, have lodged a proposal which would see a mobile food truck operate in the South Lismore train station carpark.

They also have grand visions for a future bakery and restaurant, subject to development consent.

It would bring new verve into the area, which stopped running trains in 2004.

BREWERY: The back of what will be the site of Two Mates Brewing. Located at the old railyard on Engine St.

NEW BREWERY

After years of anticipation, this South Lismore brewery could be coming to you sooner than expected.

Getting council approval to open Two Mates Brewing in South Lismore in February, the owners have been working hard to get their taps flowing.

In late April, it was revealed they were very close to revealing an opening date for the 7 Engine St premises.

The boutique brewery plans to turn the dilapidated rail yard into a community hub with live music, local produce and, of course, beer.

Plans for the Goonellabah servo expansion.

SERVO EXPANSION

While technically residing in Goonellabah, this service station expansion holds great potential for Lismore residents.

The $350,000 expansion would see The Station Grocer servo, on 753 Ballina Road, transform its existing car wash, service station and workshop with an extensive kitchen fit out.

According to plans, the renovations would include an espresso machine, hot and cold food display, new ovens, cook tops and more.

The revamps are part of a continuing “cosmetic upgrade following a change of ownership.

The proposed plans for 50 Keen Street, Lismore.

CBD FISHMONGER

What’s better than fresh fish? That’s what this upcoming business owner is proposing with his development for a Lismore fishmonger.

Swifty’s Fresh Iluka Seafood has been operating at markets in our region for over ten years but now owner Michael Swift wants to transform a former dance studio into his new hub.

The Keen Street spot, opposite the BCC Cinemas, would help “bring people to Lismore by enhancing its retail options”, according to the owner.

Major renovations include removing the timber floors and adding signage.