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Lismore City Council

Locality: Lismore, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6625 0500

Address: 43 Oliver Avenue 2480 Lismore, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.lismore.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 LISMORE AIRPORT - THE EASY WAY TO FLY As borders re-open and COVID restrictions start to ease, Regional Express flies to Sydney from Lismore Airport three days a week Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Flights depart Lismore at 9.35am and arrive in Sydney at 11.15am. ... Flights to Lismore from Sydney are on the same days departing Sydney at 7am and arriving in Lismore at 9.15am. Times and dates are subject to change. Please refer to the Regional Express website www.rex.com.au. And remember, fees for secure parking is no longer charged at the Lismore Airport making your business trip or holiday cheaper.

24.01.2022 NAIDOC WEEK - ALWAYS WAS, ALWAYS WILL BE Check on the latest video of members of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community sharing their stories as part of NAIDOC Week.

24.01.2022 IN MEMORY OF CORY JAMES Council has unveiled a new Indigenous work shirt in memory of the late Cory James as well as announcing Malcolm Saunderson as the inaugural recipient of the Cory James Memorial Scholarship. Cory was a member of Council’s road crew who died suddenly in October 2019. A proud Bundjalung/Yaegl man, Cory wanted to create a work shirt with Indigenous designs to recognise Indigenous staff and promote Indigenous culture and heritage within the community. Sadly..., he died before this vision was realised. In honour of his memory, Council has produced a shirt using Cory’s original artwork. This artwork is a replica of designs Cory hand-painted on a surfboard that reflects his ancestral dreaming path. It features three circles representing the three islands where his ancestors are from Ullagundai Island, Cabbage Tree Island and Stradbroke Island as well as his handprint and signature. There are also symbols that represent people gathering around a campfire and the connection between groups in his grandfather’s country here in Lismore. His mother Jenny Smith hand-painted a snake his family’s ancestral totem to complete the design. Council also wanted to recognise Cory's leadership and passion for improving opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by creating the annual Cory James Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship program will provide $5000 annually to an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Council employee who wishes to undertake further study and develop a leadership role within Council and the community. Cory is sadly missed by his family and colleagues here at Lismore City Council. We will wear his memorial work shirt with love and with pride.

23.01.2022 MINOR FLOOD WARNING: NO 2 The Wilsons River at Lismore (AHD) is now expected to peak near 4.3m around 3 pm today, with minor flooding. Heavy rainfall on Tuesday and overnight into Wednesday has caused river level rises in the tributaries upstream of Lismore. ... River levels along Leycester Creek peaked at Rock Valley near 3.8m around 5am this morning and along Goolmangar Creek river levels peaked at Goolmangar at 7m around 5am. Along Wilsons Creek River levels have peaked at Nashua at 3.8m around 3am and are nearing a peak at Eltham. Coopers Creek at Corndale peaked near 5.2m around 5am. The combined inflow from the upstream tributaries is expected to result in minor flooding at Lismore today. Flood Safety Advice: In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500. Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place. Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood. Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains. Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous. For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts: * NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au * RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com * Local Roads: www.myroadinfo.com.au * Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/northcoast.shtml * Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ * Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/ * BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

23.01.2022 NIMBIN WATER CUT OFF AFTER MAJOR STORM HITS VILLAGE A severe storm at Nimbin overnight has led to a major water main break at the Nimbin reservoir, cutting off the Nimbin town water supply. Nimbin residents on the town water supply are urged to only use water for essential purposes while Lismore City Council works to repair the break. The storm damage has washed away part of the refilling line between the DE Williams dam and the High Street reservoir.... Storm damage in the Nimbin area is significant with major damage to a culvert on Blue Knob Road cutting the road north out of Nimbin. Council crews are now working to repair the water main break at the reservoir and are undertaking urgent repairs on the worst-affected roads such as Blue Knob Road. Council would like residents to report any other major road or storm damage such as trees over the road or places where access has been cut so Council can schedule the most urgent works. Nimbin residents on town water should minimise water consumption and conserve water wherever possible. Council is working to temporarily fix the water main break this morning so there is access to water and more permanent repairs will be undertaken in the coming days. More information will be provided as it becomes available. To report storm damage, please phone Council on 1300 87 83 87. To stay up-to-date with the latest information from all local agencies, visit the Lismore Disaster Dashboard at: disaster.lismore.nsw.gov.au *** EDIT: We have now repaired the Nimbin water main break (temporarily) and the water supply is restored. We will do permanent repairs over the next few days. Water use can now return to normal... thank you to everyone in Nimbin for your cooperation.

22.01.2022 FLASH FLOODING: PLEASE AVOID LISMORE CBD There is significant flash flooding happening now in the Lismore CBD and in many parts of Lismore. Please stay home if possible and never drive through floodwater. Please stay calm, exercise caution and be safe.

22.01.2022 LISMORE WOMEN’S FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY LUNCHEON AWARDS Nominations are now open for our International Women’s Day Award to recognise the wonderful women in our community. The Awards will be announced at our International Women’s Day Luncheon on 8 March at Lismore City Hall. ... Please have your say and nominate those who contribute to, inspire and lead our community https://lismore-lcc-councillor-forms.app.oneblink.io/f/6771 If you would like to attend what is sure to be a fantastic event, tickets can be purchased now at the link below https://events.humanitix.com/lismore-womens-festival21

22.01.2022 ROADS REOPENED IN LISMORE AFTER FLASH FLOODING Council has reopened all roads in central Lismore which were closed due to yesterday's flash flooding. Heavy downpours caused major flash flooding in Lismore's central basin and along Wyrallah Road, cutting off several roads and causing traffic chaos.... The Browns Creek pumps have been working at capacity and are continuing to pump water out of the Lismore basin. Around 6000 litres of water per second is being pumped out into the Wilsons River. All roads through Lismore and into and out of the Lismore CBD are now open. Please support local businesses this Christmas - it has been a really tough 2020 and buying local is one of the best things you can do to support our community.

22.01.2022 PM DECLARES NORTHERN RIVERS NATURAL DISASTER AREA Prime Minister Scott Morrison and NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian visited Lismore today to view flood damage and declare the Northern Rivers a natural disaster area. Deputy Mayor Neil Marks said it was terrific to see the Australian and NSW Governments take swift action and the declaration opens the way for Lismore City Council to receive significant funding under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).... He said severe weather in recent days has resulted in major damage to Lismore’s road network and city infrastructure that is expected to exceed $15 million. We would like to thank the Prime Minister and Premier for their quick action and I would like to thank our local MPs Kevin Hogan and Janelle Saffin for their assistance in lobbying for this speedy declaration, the Deputy Mayor said. We do not yet know the full cost of this weather event, but we know it will be very significant. It will take time for Council to properly assess the damage and have a clear picture of the total cost, but to know we can access disaster recovery funding is good news for the city. Severe storms, heavy rainfall and flooding since last Friday has wreaked havoc on roads in the Lismore Local Government Area, with culvert washouts, landslips and major damage to both the sealed and gravel road network. Lismore City Council has commenced urgent road repairs and has mobilised all Council crews in a major clean-up and repair effort.

21.01.2022 LATEST SES UPDATE: RIVER ON THE RISE Further heavy rainfall has been recorded in the Lismore area with 123mm recorded in the 3 hours to 2pm at Lismore (Dawson St) rain gauge. This heavy rainfall has causes renewed river level rises and the Wilsons River at Lismore may peak this afternoon with minor flooding. The Wilsons River at Lismore is currently at 6.49 metres and rising. It may reach 6.9 metres around 5pm Wednesday, with further rises possible with future rainfall.... More information: Radio: Listen to ABC North Coast radio 94.5FM and your local radio stations Lismore Council Disaster Dashboard: Go to https://disaster.lismore.nsw.gov.au/ Social Media: Follow NSW SES Northern Rivers and NSW SES Lismore City Unit on Facebook or monitor NSW SES website - www.ses.nsw.gov.au Latest Weather, Warnings, Rainfall and River heights: Go to both www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ and www.bom.gov.au/qld/ Road Closures: Go to www.livetraffic.com.au or www.myroadinfo.com.au Rural animal and livestock assistance: Contact Local Land Services www.lls.nsw.gov.au

21.01.2022 FINAL Flood Bulletin No.6 - Wilsons River Issued Thursday 8th April 2021 at 8.15am What is happening?... MINOR FLOODING HAS EASED AT LISMORE The Wilsons River at Lismore fell below the minor flood level (4.2 metres) around 11:00pm Wednesday. No further flooding is expected at Lismore for this event. What we are expecting: Wilsons River: No further flooding is expected in the Wilsons River at Lismore People upstream of the Rowing Club River Gauge should allow for a level at least metre higher than the gauge reading due to the flood slope. Residents and businesses in the Lismore Basin may experience localised flash flooding prior to river rises. A number of low lying rural roads will be flooded. Based on the prediction provided by the Bureau of Meteorology it is expected the following locations MAY STILL BE AFFECTED AS THE WATER DROPS: At Lismore: Minor is at 4.2m (Rowing Club Gauge) Low lying farmland and rural properties Hensley Car Park next to Sportspower near Fawcett’s Bridge Lower Rowing Club Car Park Bridge St next to McKenzie Park in North Lismore Orion St near Simes Bridge Simes Bridge Bridge Street at Slater Creek Trinity College Car Park on Brunswick St What you need to do: People in areas likely to be impacted by flooding need to consider the following: If your property/business is at risk of inundation, please raise moveable items, such as furniture, as high as possible onto benches or tables, placing electrical items on top Secure outside belongings and before leaving; turn off the power, water and take essential medicines and clothes with you Monitor emergency warnings and severe weather updates Never drive, ride or walk through flood water Farmers are advised to monitor equipment and livestock and should move machinery, livestock, pumps and fodder including waste and chemical containers to well above predicted flood levels For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132 500. In life threatening situations call triple zero (000) immediately.

21.01.2022 PARKING RESTRICTIONS AT LISMORE BASE HOSPITAL Parking restrictions will be reintroduced in the hospital precinct from Monday, 18 January 2021 in line with pre-COVID controls.... All-day paid parking along Hunter and Dalziel streets and time-limited parking along Weaver and McKenzie streets and Laurel Avenue will be reintroduced from this date. Parking restrictions were eased for six months in April 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This was further extended in October for another three months. Changes will be made in the coming weeks to parking signage and meter displays to return parking controls to pre-COVID operations.

21.01.2022 BROWNS CREEK PUMPS NO MATCH FOR FLASH FLOODING Lismore has experienced significant flash flooding today and Council is urging people to avoid the Lismore CBD and other low-lying areas. Council's Assets Manager Scott Turner explained that the Browns Creek pumps are working as normal but could not keep up with the sheer volume of water that was deposited in today’s deluge.... Lismore’s flood gates and stormwater drains are closed to keep floodwater from the Wilsons River out of the CBD and surrounds, so there is nowhere for further rainfall to go. The Browns Creek pumps can pump around 5mm of water per hour from the CBD back into the Wilsons River. Normally, this helps to keep the Lismore CBD dry while the levee is closed and water is pumped back out into the river system, he explained. Today, we saw Lismore receive more than 46mm of rain in one hour that’s over nine times the volume of water these pumps can handle. Scott, who is also the Lismore Local Emergency Management Officer during natural disasters, said today’s downpour was ‘extraordinary’. The speed at which the Lismore basin filled was very unusual you simply cannot prepare for a deluge like that, he said. Council follows a strict set of guidelines for operation of more than 30 flood gates and eight pumps to mitigate flood impacts. Our system has been implemented as normal and the Browns Creek pumps are currently working at capacity to pump water out of the basin. Scott said further heavy rain and flash flooding was possible in Lismore and people should exercise caution until the current weather system has eased. He advised people to stay at home if possible or avoid driving when there is heavy rain. He said with a saturated catchment, it could take some time for the localised flooding in the basin to drain. The downpour happened so quickly today and people were all trying to get home or to where they were going, which is understandable, but caused some significant traffic issues, Scott said. In major downpours it is best if you can avoid being on the road altogether and wait it out before driving. It’s also really important that we remain patient with one another. No-one is at fault here this is an act of nature and the reality of living in a flood city. The best we can do is stay calm and exercise caution so that we all get through these events safely. And we should all heed the SES advice to never drive, ride or walk through floodwater.

20.01.2022 ALWAYS WAS, ALWAYS WILL BE Lismore City Council is proud to support Social Future's initiative of sharing stories from our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members.

19.01.2022 WELCOME TO OUR NEW CITIZENS As part of Citizenship Day, we welcomed ten new citizens to our community and Australia today. Our new citizens came from Canada, UK (2), Denmark, Scotland, USA, Vietnam and Thailand (3).... Due to COVID-19, we held two ceremonies to ensure their family members and friends could attend while maintaining social distancing. Welcome to them all!

19.01.2022 WRAP WITH LOVE AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY Lismore Library is supporting the ‘Wrap with Love’ program, which knits warm blankets for people in need. If you are able to knit, you can become a part of an amazing network of knitting volunteers. Since 1992, Wrap with Love has wrapped more than 414,000 people with love and warmth, in Australia and around the World. ... If you would like to help, collect a knitted square pattern from Lismore Library, or find it on the ‘Wrap with Love’ website, https://www.wrapwithlove.org/knitting-patterns/ When you have completed your squares, return them to the library. We will pass them on to a ‘Wrap with Love’ volunteer. They will be sewn together into warm blankets, and delivered to people in need, through a network of non-government aid organisations. For more information, phone the Lismore Library on 6621 2464.

19.01.2022 BUSINESS ACTIVATION PLAN WORKSHOPS Lismore City Council is developing a Business Activation Plan to help revitalise the CBDs of Lismore and Nimbin and we would like to invite you to have your say about how this can be done. The Plan will guide how the Special Business Rate Variation Levy will be spent in Lismore until the end June 2023 and help identify key funding and partnership opportunities for Nimbin.... You’re invited to assist in the development of this new Business Activation Plan by participating in: Lismore workshop: 6pm - 8.30pm on Thursday, 15 April at Lismore Workers Club Nimbin workshop: 12.30 pm - 3pm on Friday, 16 April at Nimbin Community Centre We look forward to hearing from business and property owners, CBD residents and workers, and community members who frequent the central business areas of Lismore and Nimbin. Register your spot at www.yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au (numbers are limited and COVID safety measures will be followed). The plan is currently overseen by the Business Activation Plan Working Group, which includes representatives from the Lismore and Nimbin business chambers, Lismore Square and Regional Development Australia - Northern Rivers. Lismore Chamber of Commerce and Industry Lismore Shopping Square RDA-Northern Rivers

19.01.2022 RETURN AND EARN **UPDATE*** Now operational Our Return and Earn at the Recycling & Recovery Centre is not currently operational.... We expect that it will be repaired by Friday. We apologise for any inconvenience and will keep you updated.

18.01.2022 LET'S RECYCLE RIGHT - KEEP OUT SMALL ITEMS

18.01.2022 KELLAS STREET LANDSLIP Heavy rain has caused a landslip in Kellas Street, Lismore, between the unnamed road which runs into Parkwalk Street and the entrance to Southern Cross University. This section of the road is closed please use an alternative entrance to the university and avoid Kellas Street if you are not a resident. Thanks everyone... please be extra careful on the roads today. There is lots of water, debris and flood damage out there. And please never drive, ride or walk through floodwater.

18.01.2022 PARKING RESTRICTIONS RE-INTRODUCED AT HOSPITAL All-day paid parking along Hunter and Dalziel streets and time-limited parking along Weaver and McKenzie streets and Laurel Avenue will be re-introduced from Monday, 19 October 2020. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lismore City Councillors voted in April to ease parking restrictions around the Base Hospital for a six-month period for healthcare workers and the general community.... Now that the six-month period has ended, parking restrictions around the hospital will return to normal from 19 October. Changes will be made this week to parking signage and meter displays to ensure parking controls are consistent with pre-COVID-19 operations. Council thanks everyone in advance for adhering to all parking signage within the precinct that will ensure equitable parking for health workers, hospital visitors and the general public.

17.01.2022 WASTE FACILITY CLOSED DUE TO FLASH FLOODING We have had to close the Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre on Wyrallah Road due to flash flooding. We will advise when it is safe to reopen. Please be careful out there and do not drive, ride or walk through floodwater.... *** EDIT: The Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre is now open as normal again. Thanks for your patience everyone.

17.01.2022 TWO PROJECTS TO RE-INVIGORATE THE HEART OF LISMORE We have received two Federal Government grants for two job-creating projects that will help rejuvenate our city centre. Council received $445,570 to reconstruct and resurface 130-metres of Eggins Lane, home to Lismore’s Back Alley Gallery, as part of our popular Laneways Project.... We also received $145,000 to host a new Shine Festival to bring tourism back to our community. The week-long festival includes illuminating some of our iconic buildings, a visual art show of indigenous storytelling, a live multimedia art exhibitions and a live sculpture walk along the river. Thank you Kevin Hogan for helping to secure these grants.

16.01.2022 TITANS Vs WARRIORS TICKETS ON SALE FROM MONDAY Tickets for the NRL Trial match between the Gold Coast Titans and the New Zealand Warriors at Lismore’s Oakes Oval go on sale this Monday. In a major coup for Lismore, the pre-season trial match on Saturday, 27 February 2021, will pit some of Australia’s and New Zealand’s best players against each other in the lead-up to the 2021 NRL season.... The main game will commence at 5.30pm with matches leading up to the main game including under 16 and 18 representative games between Northern Rivers Titans and Central Coast Roosters and a Titans physical disability team exhibition match. Tickets will be available for purchase from 9am Monday, 18 January 2021 at www.visitlismore.com.au. Ticket are available in the Gordon Pavilion Grandstand and the Western Grandstand at $40 per seat. Grandstand tickets are limited. Outer tickets are Adults $25, Children 10 to 16 are $15, Family (2 Adults and 3 Children) $70.00. Children under 10 with a paying Adult are free for the outer only. Disabled tickets are available by contacting Leanne Clark on 1300 87 83 87.

16.01.2022 TRAINING SESSION WITH GOLD COAST TITANS Join us for an open Training Season with the Gold Coast Titans on Friday, 26 February between 10am and 11.30am at Oakes Oval. This is a great chance to watch the team go through their paces before the big match against the New Zealand Warriors on Saturday at Oakes Oval.... The training session is open to the public and all attendees will need to comply with COVID restrictions, including signing in on arrival. And a quick reminder that tickets are still available for the pre-season match on Saturday, 27 February, as well as the Evening with the Legends of League on Friday, 26 February. Tickets for both events can be purchased from www.visitlismore.com.au

15.01.2022 ROCKY CREEK FIELD DAY Rural Landholders in the Rocky Creek area are invited to an Off-stream Watering and Riparian Habitat Field Day, ideal for graziers interested in managing stock impact on waterways while improving the health of cattle through good water and soil management. Presenters include Anthony Acret (Rous County Council), Joseph Leen (Casino Food Co-op) Emma Stone (Whian Whian Landcare), Gavin Tinning (Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare Network) and Cassie Pric...e and Andrew Nichols (OzFish). The event runs from 9am to 1pm, on Friday, 23 July. Numbers are limited so please book by calling Council on 1300 87 83 87. This event is a collaboration between Lismore City Council, The Casino Food Co-op, OzFish, Whian Whian Landcare and Rous County Council.

15.01.2022 AUSTRALIA DAY NOMINATE A LOCAL HERO TODAY We have extended the deadline to nominate a local community member for one of our Australia Day Awards to Friday, 11 December. Do you know a volunteer or sportsperson who has made our community an even better place to live, work and raise a family.... This is your chance to nominate them. Simply click on this link https://forms.lismore.nsw.gov.au/forms/4927

14.01.2022 REVOLVE SHOP CLOSED TOMORROW The Revolve Shop at the Recycling & Recovery Centre will be closed tomorrow (Friday) due to the annual Union Picnic Day. The shop will reopen on Saturday at 9am.... Other services at the Recycling & Recovery Centre are unchanged. We apologise for inconvenience.

14.01.2022 MERRY CHRISTMAS LISMORE The tradition of our staff gift of a recycled Christmas Tree to the Lismore community continues, with this year’s tree lifted into place in the early hours of this morning. This year’s tree gives a nod to our rural community who had to contend with bushfires, drought, floods and COVID-19 over the past 12 months.... Standing about 7 metres tall on the Magellan and Keen streets roundabout, the tree is made from recycled 25-litre drums which are used by many people on the land. The bows and Christmas bonbons are all made from chaff and feed bags another nod to our rural community, as are the whirlybirds. The colourful candy canes are made from recycled PVC pipes, with a touch of paint. The heart has become a symbol associated with Lismore and we expanded on this theme, providing staff with more than 40 heart frames (from left over metal) and solid hearts (from a previous year’s projects) to decorate with recycled materials. Council staff are proud to be part of the Lismore community and we wanted to give back and help make our city an even better place to live, work and raise a family. We hope that it can spread some joy, kindness and love at this time of year. Merry Christmas Lismore!

11.01.2022 RETURN AND EARN UPDATE We are happy to let everyone know that repair work on our Return and Earn at the Recycling & Recovery Centre on Wyrallah Road is underway and that it will again be operational by tomorrow morning. We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused.

11.01.2022 RIVER LEVELS PEAK AT LISMORE River levels along the Wilsons River at Lismore peaked around 8pm Wednesday night with minor flooding. River levels at Lismore are now falling. There is still significant flooding in the central Lismore basin between the Square and the city centre which may take time to recede. Avoid the Lismore CBD if possible today. The Browns Creek pumps are working as normal and at capacity... they have been reducing the water depth in the basin by approxima...tely 100mm/h overnight. Please exercise extreme caution on the roads today as there could be more heavy rain and this could lead to further flash flooding. There are already many flooded roads and lots of water and debris around. Never drive, ride or walk through floodwater... remember, if it's flooded, forget it! Stay safe everyone. For more information: Radio: Listen to ABC North Coast radio 94.5FM and your local radio stations Lismore Council Disaster Dashboard: Go to https://disaster.lismore.nsw.gov.au/ Social Media: Follow NSW SES Northern Rivers and NSW SES Lismore City Unit on Facebook or monitor NSW SES website - www.ses.nsw.gov.au Latest Weather, Warnings, Rainfall and River heights: Go to both www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ and www.bom.gov.au/qld/ Road Closures: Go to www.livetraffic.com.au or www.myroadinfo.com.au Rural animal and livestock assistance: Contact Local Land Services www.lls.nsw.gov.au *** EDIT: Council has reopened all roads in central Lismore which were closed due to yesterday's flash flooding. Please feel free to visit the CBD and start Christmas shopping again! Buying local is the very best way to support our local businesses after a very tough 2020.

11.01.2022 NIMBIN WATER MAIN BREAK: PLEASE CONSERVE WATER There has been a major water main break at the Nimbin reservoir and the Nimbin water supply cannot be refilled from the dam. Council is working to fix the problem as soon as possible but is hampered by flood. Nimbin residents on town water are urged to please conserve water now. We will provide more details as they become available. Please spread the word.... *** EDIT: We have now repaired this problem (temporarily) and the water supply is restored. We will do permanent repairs over the next few days. Water use can return to normal... thank you to everyone in Nimbin for your cooperation.

11.01.2022 Minor Flood bulletin No.4 - Wilsons River Issued Wednesday 7th April 2021 at 5.10pm What is happening?... MINOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING AT LISMORE Heavy rainfall on Tuesday and overnight into Wednesday caused river level rises in the tributaries upstream of Lismore. River levels at Lismore are currently nearing a peak of 4.3 metres, with minor flooding. What we are expecting: Wilsons River: Minor flooding is expected along the Wilsons River. The Wilsons River at Lismore (AHD) is expected to peak near 4.30 metres around 07:00 pm Wednesday, with minor flooding. People upstream of the Rowing Club River Gauge should allow for a level at least metre higher than the gauge reading due to the flood slope. Residents and businesses in the Lismore Basin may experience localised flash flooding prior to river rises. A number of low lying rural roads will be flooded. Based on the prediction provided by the Bureau of Meteorology it is expected the following locations will be affected: At Lismore: Minor is at 4.2m (Rowing Club Gauge) Low lying farmland and rural properties Hensley Car Park next to Sportspower near Fawcett’s Bridge Lower Rowing Club Car Park Bridge St next to McKenzie Park in North Lismore Orion St near Simes Bridge Simes Bridge Bridge Street at Slater Creek Trinity College Car Park on Brunswick St What you need to do: People in areas likely to be impacted by flooding need to consider the following: If your property/business is at risk of inundation, please raise moveable items, such as furniture, as high as possible onto benches or tables, placing electrical items on top Secure outside belongings and before leaving; turn off the power, water and take essential medicines and clothes with you Monitor emergency warnings and severe weather updates Never drive, ride or walk through flood water Farmers are advised to monitor equipment and livestock and should move machinery, livestock, pumps and fodder including waste and chemical containers to well above predicted flood levels For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132 500. In life threatening situations call triple zero (000) immediately.

10.01.2022 GET READY FOR BUSHFIRES THIS WEEKEND Each year, communities across NSW experience a range of emergencies. This year we’ve seen an unparalleled number of events happen in quick succession fire, storm, flood, pandemic highlighting the importance of being prepared for all hazards. Get Ready in five simple steps. You can also visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au for more information.... #GetReadyNSW @ResilienceNSW

10.01.2022 NIMBIN POOL CLOSED FOR SEPTEMBER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS The Nimbin Pool will remain closed during the September school holidays as we work to comply with the COVID-19 Public Health Orders put in place by the NSW Government. Council must have people on site at the free pool to monitor COVID-19 safety measures during opening hours, which is cost prohibitive for Council.... We are currently working with the Nimbin community and Friends of Nimbin Pool to establish a volunteer roster and provide training so the pool can open with the help of community volunteers. For more information, and how to volunteer, go to the news section of our website at www.lismore.nsw.gov.au

10.01.2022 HOW DO THE BROWNS CREEK FLOOD PUMPS WORK? This diagram shows the difference in water levels from the height in the Wilsons River to the water level inside the levee wall and how our Browns Creek pumps are turning off and on to keep funnelling water from the CBD out to the river. The pumps turn on when the water reaches a certain height and turn off again once they have pumped enough water back out into the river and the water level falls again. This process continues throughout a flood and works effectively to keep the CBD dry in minor and moderate floods. Sometimes when we get really heavy downpours, the pumps can’t always keep up and we see temporary flooding inside the levee around the Dawson/Uralba Street intersection. Interesting stuff, right?!

10.01.2022 THANK YOU NIMBIN POOL VOLUNTEERS! What a great morning training our Nimbin Pool COVID-19 safety volunteers. Nimbin, you are so extraordinary with your generosity, enthusiasm and spirit. Thank you to each and every volunteer and to the Nimbin Neighbourhood and Information Centre and Friends of the Nimbin Pool for helping to ensure this free community facility can open for summer.... At this stage we are planning to open from Monday, 30 November but we will confirm opening hours next week with a full community announcement. Stay tuned! More volunteers are still needed. If you'd like to get involved, email: [email protected]

10.01.2022 Watch this year's Recycled Christmas Tree put in place

10.01.2022 MOBILE LIBRARY BACK ON THE ROAD We are excited to let you know that our popular Mobile Library is returning to all regular destinations from Monday. Due to COVID, there will be limited access inside the truck to browse collections. Please bring your own face mask which you must wear while on board (children under 12 are exempt). You will also need to check-in via the Service NSW contact tracing tools.... We encourage you to use the free Click and Collect service as the safest way to use your Mobile Library. Happy reading!

09.01.2022 MINOR FLOOD WARNING The BoM have predicted a river peak near 4.2m at 11am today. It is currently at 3.75m and rising at 0.12m per hour. Lower Hensley and Rowing Club car parks were barricaded off early this morning. ... SES have requested that we enact our flood action plan to begin levee operations. We are closing the floodgates at lower and upper Hollingworth creek and gasworks creek this morning. As per the flood procedure, these gates are closed when the river is at or predicted to reach 4m. Flood Safety Advice: In life threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. If you require rescue, assistance to evacuate or other emergency help, ring NSW SES on 132 500. Avoid drowning. Stay out of rising water, seek refuge in the highest available place. Prevent damage to your vehicle. Move it under cover, away from areas likely to flood. Avoid being swept away. Stay out of fast-flowing creeks and storm drains. Never drive, ride or walk through flood water. Flood water can be deceptive and dangerous. For more emergency information, advice, and access to the latest river heights and rainfall observations and forecasts: * NSW SES: www.ses.nsw.gov.au * Local Roads: www.myroadinfo.com.au * RMS Live Traffic: www.livetraffic.com * Latest River Heights and Rainfall Observations: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/flood/northcoast.shtml * Latest NSW Warnings: www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/ * Rainfall Forecasts: www.bom.gov.au/australia/meteye/ * BOM NSW Twitter: www.twitter.com/BOM_NSW

08.01.2022 NIMBIN POOL OPENS MONDAY THANKS TO VOLUNTEERS Thanks to the extraordinary efforts of local volunteers, the free Nimbin Pool will open to the community from Monday, 30 November. We have worked with the Nimbin Neighbourhood and Information Centre and, Friends of the Nimbin Pool to train a team of COVID-19 safety volunteers who will staff the facility during opening hours.... The Pool will be open from 7.30am to 6pm seven days per week. Hours and days of operation may change depending on volunteer availability. Please respect the role of the COVID-19 safety volunteers and follow their directions. For more information or how to volunteer, please go to the news section of our website www.lismore.nsw.gov.au

08.01.2022 Council Meeting

07.01.2022 MINOR FLOODING AT LISMORE The Wilsons River at Lismore is at 6.7 metres and falling with minor flooding. Please stay safe as water recedes and remember to never drive through floodwater. For more information:... Radio: Listen to ABC North Coast radio 94.5FM and your local radio stations Lismore Council Disaster Dashboard: Go to https://disaster.lismore.nsw.gov.au/ Social Media: Follow NSW SES Northern Rivers and NSW SES Lismore City Unit on Facebook or monitor NSW SES website - www.ses.nsw.gov.au Latest Weather, Warnings, Rainfall and River heights: Go to both www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ and www.bom.gov.au/qld/ Road Closures: Go to www.livetraffic.com.au or www.myroadinfo.com.au Rural animal and livestock assistance: Contact Local Land Services www.lls.nsw.gov.au

07.01.2022 LISMORE RACE DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY Council's Corporate Centre, Recycling & Recovery facility, pools and libraries will be closed from noon tomorrow for the Lismore Races' half-day public holiday. All services will re-open at their usual time on Friday morning.

06.01.2022 FEEDBACK WANTED ON NEW FLOOD STUDY Council is calling for community feedback on the draft Lismore Floodplain Risk Management Study, which recommends new measures to reduce the city’s flood risk into the future. The study was managed by Rous County Council under the guidance of Council’s Floodplain Management Committee and it is now on public exhibition until 13 January 2021.... The study recommends measures to manage Lismore’s flood risk that include: * Options to raise the CBD and South Lismore levees, remove the Kyogle Road railway embankment and viaduct, and excavate the riverbank at 389 Keen Street. * Land use planning controls on development, voluntary house raising and voluntary house purchasing. * Improved emergency management responses before and during flood events, such as flood prediction and warnings, and community flood awareness and readiness. To read the detailed report and make submissions, visit Your Say Lismore: yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/the-lismore-flood-risk-managemen

06.01.2022 POSITION VACANT TEAM LEADER WORKSHOP Are you an outstanding and motivated mechanic and team leader? If so, we have the position that may suit you supervising mechanics within Council’s Fleet Services team.... Applications close this Monday at 4pm. If you are interested, click on the link below for full details.

05.01.2022 KERBSIDE WASTE COLLECTION Due to the unforeseen breakdown of a waste vehicle, some collections have been disrupted. Organic green bins in Girards Hill will now be collected on Saturday morning.... Red waste bins in Koonorigan will also be collected Saturday morning. We ask that you leave your bins out tonight to ensure they are collected. We apologise for any inconvenience.

04.01.2022 SOME GOOD NEWS! TITANS TO PLAY WARRIORS IN LISMORE Lismore City Council is excited to announce that the Gold Coast Titans will play a trial game against the New Zealand Warriors next year in a major coup for the Northern Rivers. The match will be played at Oakes Oval on Saturday, 27 February and will pit some of Australia and New Zealand’s best players against each other in the lead-up to the 2021 NRL season.... Gold Coast Titans CEO Steve Mitchell said the Titans love playing in Lismore and they are excited to test their skills in front of an enthusiastic crowd. Watch this space for the ticket release date soon. Read the full story here: https://www.lismore.nsw.gov.au/cp_themes/news/page.asp

04.01.2022 RESURFACING ON BRUXNER HIGHWAY Maintenance work on the Bruxner Highway (Ballina Road) will be carried out this month between the Rotary Drive roundabout and Nielson Street to provide a stronger, longer lasting and safer road. Crews will be working from 6am to 6pm on Sunday, 17 January, 6am to 6pm on Sunday, 24 January and, if necessary, on Sunday, 31 January weather permitting.... The State Government-funded works includes patching and resurfacing.

04.01.2022 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REPORT Council recently held a public hearing on 17 September into the proposed reclassifications of some Council-owned land from ‘community’ to ‘operational’ at: * 8 Wolstenholm Street, East Lismore (Lot 7, DP 7756)... * Part of 50 Brewster Street, Lismore (Part Lot 4, DP 344444) * 122 Bruxner Highway, Loftville (Lot 3, DP 1261770) The report on the public hearing, prepared by an independent chair, can now be viewed online and at our Corporate Centre in Goonellabah until the end of November. The public hearing report will be considered by Council in the coming months, along with all written submissions relating to the proposed reclassifications.

03.01.2022 RECYCLING & RECOVERY CENTRE OPEN ON SUNDAYS We would like to remind the community that the Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre on Wyrallah Road is once again open on Sundays from 9am to 4pm. The full operating hours of the Centre are:... Monday to Friday: 7.30am to 3.30pm Saturday and Sunday: 9am to 4pm For more information, go to www.northernriverswaste.com.au

03.01.2022 2019/20 FINANCIAL REPORTS - ON PUBLIC EXHIBITION Council’s audited Financial Reports is now on public exhibition. If you would like to make a submission or comment, please go to Your Say Lismore link below.... https://yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/annual-financial-stateme See more

02.01.2022 COUNCIL STAFF GO YELLOW FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER Today is Gold Day to raise funds for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The funds raised will be donated to the Kids’ Cancer Project, an independent national charity that funds scientific research projects to help children with many types of cancer.... We had a staff competition for the best dressed team at council. Here is just a selection from across a few departments. To find out more about the Kids Cancer Project, go to https://www.thekidscancerproject.org.au/

02.01.2022 LOBBYING THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT Our Mayor Isaac Smith joined other Northern Rivers mayors today at a roundtable meeting with Mark Coultan, the Minister for Regional Health, Regional Communications and Local Government and our Federal Member Kevin Hogan. Top of the agenda was Federal Government funding for capacity building infrastructure. Roads are a top priority and agriculture projects like the proposed cold storage facility at Lismore Airport, which will help create local ...jobs. The meeting also discussed new grants for communications in regional areas. These will help support our rural communities with connectivity and improve work from home options in a post-COVID workplace. Roundtables with Ministers are important because it is our chance to tell the Government what our community needs and expects.

01.01.2022 REMEMBRANCE DAY 2020 At the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, our community came together to remember them. 1000 poppies, made by Vickie Youngberry and Di McClelland of the RSL Women's Auxiliary and local RSL sub-branch, were laid out to commemorate those who fought and died for our nation.... Lest we forget