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‘This is our home’: Lismore residents staying put despite new flood

‘This is our home’: Lismore residents staying put despite new flood

The third major flood in five years is still not enough of a wake-up call to some Lismore residents who say they are committed to rebuilding near flood plains. Here’s why.

Northern Rivers Hotel licensee Guy Hannigan and his partner Monique Blackie were gutted when they found their North Lismore pub had been looted on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Picture: Stuart Cumming

‘Gutted’: Looters take wind out of publican’s clean-up effort

Flooding has brought the best and worst out of Lismore as a publican balances his gratitude for a massive clean-up response against being looted when at his most vulnerable.

The lawyers for developer Site R & D and Byron Shire Council have given their closing submissions in the Land and Environment Court appeal hearing into a major West Byron development proposal on Wednesday, June 23, 2021.

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Would West Byron meet ‘social need’ or just destroy ‘core koala habitat’?

Conflicting views have been aired in the Land and Environment Court hearing that is considering the proposed major residential subdivision.

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Councillors will soon decide on a new general manager for Lismore. Michael Donnelly, right, has acted as caretaker GM after Shelley Oldham's contract was terminated in February.

Council chooses new boss, but will they say yes?

Lismore councillors have chosen their preferred candidate to fill the position of general manager, and will make an offer today.

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Swamp mahogany trees would be removed, but some would be replanted, if the Site R & D West Byron proposal if approved.

‘Not trivial’: hundreds of koala trees would be felled for development

An expert ecologist has told the hearing that maps contained within the plans would need to be “reconciled” if the major subdivision goes ahead.

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Meet the prominent women running for council

Meet the prominent women running for council

The newly-announced group of candidates features “intelligent, active and principled women”, according to the currently-serving councillor who leads their ticket.

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A Land and Environment Court is hearing about proposed conditions which could be imposed if a major West Byron development, proposed by Site R & D, is approved following an ongoing court appeal.

Ban on cats and dogs proposed at $40M development

Ecological experts have shared their views on some of the proposed conditions that could be imposed if a controversial Northern Rivers development is approved.

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The areas which relate to the Site R & D development application for a residential subdivision in the West Byron Urban Release Area along Ewingsdale Road.

Why koala poo is important in West Byron court case

Will core koala habitat be impacted if a $40 million residential development goes ahead? This is a key factor being discussed in a three-day hearing this week.

More candidates named for independent mayoral hopefuls

More candidates named for independent mayoral hopefuls

A current councillor has followed in the footsteps of the current mayor, parting way with the Byron Greens to join one of the independent tickets that will contest the upcoming election.

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The properties (in red) which relate to the Site R & D development application for a residential subdivision in the West Byron Urban Release Area along Ewingsdale Road, close to the Byron Bay township (right).

Appeal over West Byron development to be contested in court

Byron Shire Council will contest the developer’s appeal, which came after the proposed $40 million development was refused by the Northern Regional Planning Panel more than two years ago.

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Labor's proposed site for the new Tweed Hospital at Kings Forest. Picture by Luke Marsden.

Coastal development’s special rates slashed by $400,000

An independent review has revealed a significant reduction in the resources the council will need to channel into environmental management at the future 4500-lot development.

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Emotional owners reveal strong support for $27M development

Emotional owners reveal strong support for $27M development

The family that owned and operated a prominent Byron Bay site for almost four decades has expressed “unwavering support” for the demolition of the building to make way for 41 apartments, shops and a rooftop swimming pool.

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COMMUNITY PLAN: The old Byron Bay Hospital site may stay in community hands. Photo: Christian Morrow

Two groups in the running to take over former hospital site

The vision for the site, bought from the state government for $1 and slated to become a community hub, involves a mix of education, dining, health services, community facilities and other offerings.

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The Geographical Names Board is seeking community feedback on a proposal from Byron Shire Council to name a reserve in Suffolk Park as Linda Vidler Park.

Revealed: What’s in store for the future of major park

Members of the community can have their say on the plans for the 4.5 hectare area, the largest park in the vicinity, over the coming weeks.

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