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Please follow our Bin Collection Guidelines so we can collect your kerbside bins Report a Missed Bin Collection online Council supplies and maintains all waste bins and they are assigned to set addresses so these must remain on the property if moving Stickers for the top of your kerbside bins and other educational material like magnets can be collected for free at: You can apply for this service if you meet the following conditions: Apply here for supported household bin collection(PDF, 117KB) Most waste materials that do not fit or cannot be placed in your existing bin system can be taken to Ballina's Resource Recovery Centre. View the Resource Recovery Centre Fees and Charges Download the Waste Services Fees and Charges factsheet (PDF, 3MB) Council offers recycling, organics and landfill event bins, with or without event bin lids, with clear signage for attendees on what goes in each bin. Bins are available to hire for event organisers. 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Please contact the Resource Recovery Centre on 6686 1287 for more information Click here for more information on Waste Wise Events Ask a waste expert More Contact Information We Want Your Feedback Report an Issue events and project updates straight to your inbox Subscribe to eNews Ballina Shire Council acknowledges that we are here on the land of the Bundjalung people The Bundjalung are the traditional owners of this land and are part of the oldest surviving continuous culture in the world Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Thank you for following our live coverage as Cyclone Alfred approaches the Queensland coast and triggers evacuation orders in northern NSW We will continue our rolling coverage tomorrow morning Stay safe and follow the emergency advice as we prepare for Alfred to reach our doorstep Here are some of today’s key developments: The latest track map released by the Bureau of Meteorology shows the tropical cyclone’s anticipated landing time has been further delayed until 7am Saturday The bureau’s Cyclone Alfred track map at 8pm Queensland time Thursday night.Credit: Bureau of Meteorology It remains 225 kilometres east of Brisbane and 215 kilometres east-north-east of the Gold Coast – no change from the last update at 5pm Queensland time the bureau has the system downgraded to a category 1 The weather bureau expects the same amount of rainfall The NSW SES has released a second round of evacuation notices for more areas in northern NSW after telling residents in Lismore earlier to evacuate by tonight Residents in certain parts of North Macksville Nambucca Heads and Gumma have been told to evacuate by 8am “You must evacuate before this time because forecasted heavy rainfall will close evacuation routes,” the SES said It may be too dangerous for NSW SES to rescue you and buildings may not be able to withstand the impact of flood water.“ Specific roads and streets have been told to evacuate, and can be found here As cyclonic surf conditions erode beaches in South East Queensland and northern NSW local turtle conservation groups are racing to relocate nests before they’re washed away a team leader with the Sunshine Coast Council wildlife conservation program said volunteers in her group – from Point Cartwright near Mooloolaba to the northern half of Bribie Island – had spent over 90 hours across three days relocating nests The tide is eroding the beach at Kawana on the Sunshine Coast.Credit: Catherine Strohfeldt In a normal year the group would relocate about 20 per cent of the eggs laid it’s closer to three-quarters of the total we’re moving them behind the vegetation line on the dunes … towards the erosion line from the mid-70s,” she said She said her team had already lost one clutch on Bribie Island where the island was split in two from wild surf The nests typically belong to the loggerhead turtle “The majority of them are very close – within a few weeks – of emerging,” Hofmeister said Boat owners have been cautioned to take the chance for one final check of their vessel’s security before the impact of Cyclone Alfred hits Volunteer Marine Rescue Shorncliffe’s Charles Linsley who was a part of the Mackay base during Cyclone Debbie in 2017 warned owners to ensure two or three anchors are used and do a final check to make sure bungs are put in place He said any boats with bilge pumps should make sure they’re working properly “Don’t assume that what you’ve done will work – go back and triple check if you need to,” Mr Linsley said A sailboat that lost its mooring is seen resting on a beach at Bribie Island north of Brisbane on Monday.Credit: Dan Peled “The forecasts are changing all the time with the wind direction so somebody who might say their boat will be reasonably OK when they get the next forecast it might change .. “The only reason you should be going to your boat is to secure it get them out of the water and put them undercover or tie them down at home as best you can and make sure they’re securely anchored because there’s going to be some tidal surges as well and if you can tie off on a wharf or a jetty or pontoon make sure you put extra lines on.” Lismore is expected to begin flooding tonight with more rainfall than initially expected partly because Cyclone Alfred is slowing down The Bureau of Meteorology’s Jonathan How said that northern NSW’s position – south of the cyclone – means it will face the heaviest rainfall which has experienced 100mm of rainfall today alone Residents in Lismore in NSW’s Northern Rivers region prepare for Tropical Cyclone Alfred.Credit: Danielle Smith “We do have a major flood warning already in place for the Wilsons River,” he said “We are expecting minor flooding tonight and into tomorrow for Lismore itself and major flooding is possible tomorrow night into Saturday.” The slowing down of the cyclone “does mean that you see a heavier rainfall over a longer period of time before making crossing” into land There has been confusion about whether residents of low-lying areas of Brisbane could park their cars in shopping centres free to avoid flooding risks Queensland Premier David Crisafulli had a message for big business David Crisafulli gave an update on Cyclone Alfred this afternoon.Credit: Cameron Atfield if someone takes the initiative to go and put their car into a safe place I would hope that they are supported in that journey,” Crisafulli said “And we want everyone to be good corporate citizens and good community citizens at the moment.” A Scentre Group spokeswoman said parking was free at Westfield shopping centres in the cyclone warning zone on Thursday but they could not guarantee safe access or storage of cars during or after cyclone Destructive gusts lashing NSW’s Northern Rivers have started to wreak havoc with a power pole down in Ballina this evening following re-intensified wind and rain Residents of West Ballina have reported power outages The flood-prone coastal town is bracing for rising water and has been urged to prepare for evacuation by the SES A power pole down in Ballina.Credit: Facebook Essential Energy said about 10,000 homes and businesses between Tweed Heads and Bulahdelah have lost power as a result of strong wind blowing trees and vegetation onto power lines The energy provider warned some areas can’t be accessed by repair crews due to heavy rain and “power may be interrupted for extensive periods” One of the major population centres in the City of Moreton Bay is Caboolture – and people there were heeding the advice to stay indoors this afternoon With schools and most non-essential businesses closed from today and public transport across South East Queensland stopping services residents are staying home and avoiding travel In the deserted streets of the Moreton Bay town some shop owners taped their windows in preparation for the strong winds of Cyclone Alfred Tape over the windows of a Korean barbecue shop on King Street in central Caboolture.Credit: Catherine Strohfeldt Lismore MP Janelle Saffin has told residents she knows it’s “difficult to leave” but has urged them to evacuate before anticipated flooding you can take your pets to the evacuation centre.” Year 1 and Kindy students from The Living School Lismore help pack away in preperation for Cyclone Alfred.Credit: Danielle Smith Lismore is one of the areas in northern NSW that the SES has urged to evacuate before 9pm tonight Acting Chief Superintendent Stuart Fisher said strong winds were expected to bring down power lines and trees making it more difficult for emergency services to access people stuck in flooded areas “The weather is deteriorating rapidly for us whilst it may look like the rivers aren’t flooding there is high concern that they will start flooding tonight and continue into tomorrow,” said Fisher “We do expect other areas to be under evacuation orders tomorrow.” NSW Premier Chris Minns said those in evacuation zones with no place to go will have access to evacuation centres all along the northern NSW region The largest best equipped evacuation centre is at the Southern Cross University in the Lismore area, said Minns, adding “if you’re in those other towns, I’m asking you to access the SES website and make sure you find the most appropriate location” as the government and SES “cannot guarantee a boat for every house” in the event of a flood Here are some of today\\u2019s key developments: The latest track map released by the Bureau of Meteorology shows the tropical cyclone\\u2019s anticipated landing time has been further delayed until 7am Saturday It remains 225 kilometres east of Brisbane and 215 kilometres east-north-east of the Gold Coast \\u2013 no change from the last update at 5pm Queensland time \\u201CYou must evacuate before this time because forecasted heavy rainfall will close evacuation routes,\\u201D the SES said and buildings may not be able to withstand the impact of flood water.\\u201C Specific roads and streets have been told to evacuate local turtle conservation groups are racing to relocate nests before they\\u2019re washed away said volunteers in her group \\u2013 from Point Cartwright near Mooloolaba to the northern half of Bribie Island \\u2013 had spent over 90 hours across three days relocating nests it\\u2019s closer to three-quarters of the total we\\u2019re moving them behind the vegetation line on the dunes \\u2026 towards the erosion line from the mid-70s,\\u201D she said \\u201CThe majority of them are very close \\u2013 within a few weeks \\u2013 of emerging,\\u201D Hofmeister said Boat owners have been cautioned to take the chance for one final check of their vessel\\u2019s security before the impact of Cyclone Alfred hits Volunteer Marine Rescue Shorncliffe\\u2019s Charles Linsley He said any boats with bilge pumps should make sure they\\u2019re working properly \\u201CDon\\u2019t assume that what you\\u2019ve done will work \\u2013 go back and triple check if you need to,\\u201D Mr Linsley said \\u201CThe forecasts are changing all the time with the wind direction \\u201CThe only reason you should be going to your boat is to secure it and make sure they\\u2019re securely anchored because there\\u2019s going to be some tidal surges as well \\u201CDon\\u2019t rely on just a single anchor and if you can tie off on a wharf or a jetty or pontoon make sure you put extra lines on.\\u201D The Bureau of Meteorology\\u2019s Jonathan How said that northern NSW\\u2019s position \\u2013 south of the cyclone \\u2013 means it will face the heaviest rainfall \\u201CWe do have a major flood warning already in place for the Wilsons River,\\u201D he said \\u201CWe are expecting minor flooding tonight and into tomorrow for Lismore itself and major flooding is possible tomorrow night into Saturday.\\u201D The slowing down of the cyclone \\u201Cdoes mean that you see a heavier rainfall over a longer period of time before making crossing\\u201D into land I would hope that they are supported in that journey,\\u201D Crisafulli said \\u201CAnd we want everyone to be good corporate citizens and good community citizens at the moment.\\u201D Destructive gusts lashing NSW\\u2019s Northern Rivers have started to wreak havoc The energy provider warned some areas can\\u2019t be accessed by repair crews due to heavy rain and \\u201Cpower may be interrupted for extensive periods\\u201D is Caboolture \\u2013 and people there were heeding the advice to stay indoors this afternoon Lismore MP Janelle Saffin has told residents she knows it\\u2019s \\u201Cdifficult to leave\\u201D but has urged them to evacuate before anticipated flooding \\u201CIt\\u2019s difficult to leave your home your neighbours want you safe \\u2013 we all do you can take your pets to the evacuation centre.\\u201D \\u201CThe weather is deteriorating rapidly for us whilst it may look like the rivers aren\\u2019t flooding there is high concern that they will start flooding tonight and continue into tomorrow,\\u201D said Fisher \\u201CWe do expect other areas to be under evacuation orders tomorrow.\\u201D The largest best equipped evacuation centre is at the Southern Cross University in the Lismore area adding \\u201Cif you\\u2019re in those other towns I\\u2019m asking you to and make sure you find the most appropriate location\\u201D as the government and SES \\u201Ccannot guarantee a boat for every house\\u201D in the event of a flood We recognize our responsibility to use data and technology for good We may use or share your data with our data vendors The Weather Channel is the world's most accurate forecaster according to ForecastWatch, Global and Regional Weather Forecast Accuracy Overview, 2017-2022, commissioned by The Weather Company. Evacuation centres across the Northern Rivers will be up and running by 4 o'clock this afternoon as emergency services continue their pre-Tropical Cyclone Alfred preparations who is the NSW SES Operations Commander for this event advised that the weather warning has shifted to a 'Watch and Act' for Lismore and the Northern Rivers Supt Fisher said 'Watch and Act' is to keep yourself informed of the coming weather event and be prepared to leave Evacuation centres were to be used as a last resort with a preference for people to stay with family and friends "If they choose to go to an evacuation centre because they may be there for a little time when they do go to an evacuation centre to go and stay with friends and family and use the evacuation centres as a last resort." Supt Fisher said he believes the evacuation centres will not have bedding They will have services there from support services." the District Commander for the Richmond Police District reassured the community that there is a lot of support in regards to evacuation centers there are a number that are being opened up and down the coast The majority of those will open from four o'clock this afternoon They will be in the communities of Ballina There will also be another one at Evans Head and we are at the moment working on establishing one in Alstonville that information will be put up onto the SES website so people can access that evacuation centres are probably the last place that you want to go If you do have the ability to get to family or friends or alternate accommodation Use today as the day that you prepare for the next three days and it's going to be unsafe to be on the roads." Below are the official evacuation centres that have been established across northeast NSW: Southern Cross University: Rifle Range Road East Lismore (the same location as the 2022 flood in the Health Precinct) Banora Point Salvation Army: The Centre Cnr Leisure and Woodlands Drive Murwillumbah TAFE: 146 Murwillumbah Street Terranora Public School: 650 Terranora Road call the NSW SES on 132 500 and if life-threatening and the growing need to address issues such as climate change Shaws Bay will be the focus of a new Coastal Management Program (CMP) with funding assistance from the NSW Government’s Coastal and Estuary Grants Program Ballina Shire Council will transition the existing Shaws Bay Coastal Zone Management Plan into a Coastal Management Program in accordance with the Coastal Management Act 2016 and the NSW Government Coastal Management Framework recreational amenity and access from the reserves to the bay Works were carried out to improve the function amenity and safety of the foreshore with new paths Improvements to rock groyne structures were also carried out to mitigate erosion and assist in the creation of sandy beaches eroding banks were stabilised and access to the bay was improved Sandy beaches have been created and important marine and terrestrial vegetation have been protected with restricted access in some areas Objective: Reduce infilling and improve water circulation and water quality in the bay and enhance access and connectivity for the community Funding: $915,874 equally funded by NSW Dept of Planning and Environment Coastal and Estuary Grants Program Objective: Enhance the safety and recreational amenity of the foreshore and improve stormwater systems Funding: $380,000 funded by Ballina Shire Council Users of the western foreshore can now enjoy improved parking Stormwater systems have also been realigned to improve treatment foreshore access and recreational amenity of the park Funding: $350,000 funded by Ballina Shire Council Council aims to continue to develop management plans and projects to ensure the cultural environmental and recreational values of Shaws Bay are enhanced and protected into the future One of the ways to achieve this is the development of a new Coastal Management Program (CMP) for the Shaws Bay area This will involve transitioning the previous CZMP into a CZMP through the five-stage process of the NSW Coastal Management Framework Council has applied for funding under the NSW State Government’s Coastal and Estuary Grants Program to commence stage one of the process to complete a scoping study in early 2023 Ballina Shire Council acknowledges that we are here on the land of the Bundjalung people. The Bundjalung are the traditional owners of this land and are part of the oldest surviving continuous culture in the world. A whale breaching off the coast of East Ballina. Photo DEAN FUCHS-OUT OF THE BLUE ADVENTURES IT’S been a bumper whale watching season on the NSW north coast according to local tour operators – and the best may be yet to come. Dean Fuchs, from Out of the Blue Adventures, said there are more whales every year, and they seem to be more active when there are others around. One of the best days he’s had so far this season was when a whale was breaching between two of his boats off the coast of East Ballina, which he captured on camera. “It’s pretty exciting even when you have seen it a lot,” he said. “I don’t think it ever gets old.” The highlight for Lachlan Taylor from Cooly Eco Adventures was seeing a pod of around a dozen whales competing to mate with a female. “It makes for some pretty amazing whale watching because sometimes the males are bashing each other and breaching on top of each other,” he said. “At one point they were all around us and coming right up next to the boat. People were just losing it. There’s just so much going on out there.” A man has been charged over a fire at a service station in East Ballina. Police allege a flammable liquid was poured onto shelves on Monday morning and set alight… the flames, sparking a large explosion and forcing part of the ceiling to collapse. A staff member quickly extinguished the fire. A 41-year-old man was arrested yesterday and faced Ballina Local Court today… he’ll undergo a mental health assessment. Applications for Personal Hardship Assistance Grants are now open helping cover out-of-pocket expenses incurred following the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred across northern NSW The jointly funded Commonwealth and NSW Government package provides emergency financial assistance of $180 for individuals or up to $900 per family to cover essential costs such as food Applications can be made online through your MyService Account on the Service NSW website (https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/nsw-support-cyclone-alfred-march-2025) or on the Service NSW mobile app To be eligible for a Personal Hardship Assistance Grant you must reside in one of the 18 declared affected Local Government Areas and you must have been either subject to evacuation orders (Category red emergency warning) or experienced power outages of more than 48 hours NSW Government staff will be available onsite at Recovery Assistance Points to help residents and businesses access a range of essential government services to aid their recovery Impacted community members are encouraged to visit the Recovery Assistance Points which will open tomorrow Reconstruction Authority and Service NSW teams will also be available to help at mobile recovery outreach locations across the region running between Thursday and Saturday While people do not need to attend a Recovery Assistance Point or Service NSW Centre to access a Personal Hardship Assistance Grant staff can assist those who are unable to apply through the Service NSW website or app People can also contact Service NSW on 13 77 88 for assistance The NSW Reconstruction Authority is working alongside other government agencies and community groups to repair essential infrastructure assess social recovery and mental health impacts understand the needs of small business and primary producers and coordinate any additional support that may be required to help the community recover To find out about support available to communities following Tropical Cyclone Alfred visit www.nsw.gov.au/cyclonealfredrecovery Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said “The impacts of an event like ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred are far reaching and as we shift to recovery we hope these payments can help ease the immediate financial burden being felt by families and individuals “The NSW Government is here to lend a helping hand in restocking your fridge replacing damaged goods and other essentials “These payments have a proven track record of offering relief in times of hardship and have previously helped the residents of Broken Hill to recover from the recent power outage “This is just the first step in recovery that the NSW Government and the community will navigate together.”  Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib said delivering vital support to communities affected by Tropical Cyclone Alfred and providing residents and businesses the assistance they need “Whether it's applying for Personal Hardship Assistance payments accessing essential services or receiving in-person guidance the NSW Government alongside support organisations is here to help “We are continuing to assist communities affected by this natural disaster and moving quickly into recovery by offering a range of support services or someone who requires health or mental health support Minister for the North Coast Rose Jackson said the NSW Government is making sure people across the North Coast can get back on their feet “These personal hardship payments offer immediate assistance so that individuals and families can get the essentials like food and medicine or cover a range of other out-of-pocket costs “I want to assure these communities that we’re here for the long run as we begin to take stock of the impacts of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred and shift our focus to repair and recovery.”  Parliamentary Secretary for Disaster Recovery and Lismore MP Janelle Saffin said “I encourage people to check their eligibility and apply for a range of disaster assistance being offered by the Minns and Albanese governments Mid North Coast and Northern Tablelands residents have been impacted by the now Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred prolonged power outages and isolation from flooding “I thank the NSW Premier Chris Minns and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for moving quickly to ensure timely disaster declarations and early assistance “If you live in any of the 18 disaster declared Local Government Areas check your eligibility and apply for financial support to get back on your feet.” Council continues to monitor conditions across the Ballina Shire identifying any emerging issues and prioritising repairs to ensure public safety and service restoration as we shift focus to recovery efforts with some exceptions where further assessments and repairs are required The following Council facilities and services returned to normal operating hours from Monday 10 March: The Northern Rivers Community Gallery will reopen as usual on Wednesday 12 March Ballina and Lennox Head) will remain closed on Monday 10 March.  Council is urging passengers to allow extra time when travelling to the airport and travellers should check directly with their airline for their flight status and to manage bookings The Ballina Resource Recovery Centre will be open daily from 8am to 4pm. Council has implemented free storm waste drop-off and supplementary bin collection services to assist residents impacted by Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Detailed information relating to waste collection services can be found here While the most severe weather has passed, some roads may remain flooded or hazardous. Council crews are inspecting and clearing roads where it is safe to do so, but conditions can change rapidly. Check livetraffic.com for updates and never drive through floodwater Council understands prolonged roads closures are an inconvenience to the community Council’s crews will inspect the road to ensure it is safe to travel on before it is reopened The Burns Point Ferry remains closed until further notice while Council monitor river conditions motorists should travel via the Pacific Highway and River Drive and damaged infrastructure may still pose risks Community members should take care in parks and be mindful of eroded dunes and unstable beach access points Avoid unnecessary travel to impacted areas while emergency crews and Council teams continue recovery efforts Health and mental health support is available for those in need call the Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511 (24/7) or access support in a different language via the Translating and Interpreting Service at 131 450 call Lifeline at 13 11 14 or Kids Helpline at 1800 55 1800 the NSW Reconstruction Authority and partner agencies will begin community outreach (weather permitting) visiting key locations to assess community needs and provide important recovery information A Recovery Assistance Point will be open at Ballina Surf Club (65 Lighthouse Parade East Ballina) from Thursday 13 March to Sunday 16 March For the latest recovery updates, visit the NSW Reconstruction Authority's dedicated Cyclone Alfred recovery webpage at nsw.gov.au/cyclonealfredrecovery Those who would like to support recovery efforts can visit GIVIT.org.au to see exactly what is needed GIVIT has been engaged by the NSW Government to manage donations of essential goods and services for people impacted by disasters Residents are urged not to send or drop off unrequested donations in affected areas as this can overwhelm recovery operations and delay essential support GIVIT ensures that donations are coordinated efficiently providing people with exactly what they need Council appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as recovery efforts continue and ensuring public safety across the Ballina Shire Residents are encouraged to stay informed through official channels and reach out for assistance if needed.  Share via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe Sydney publican Colin Peter Parras has bought one of Ballina’s best-known hospitality venues for about $31 million from long-time owners the Hayter family SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy link Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. 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Read MorePubsHotelsCommercial real estateLatest In CommercialFetching latest articles Neville and Vicky Hayter have sold East Ballina’s Shaws Bay Hotel and neighbouring Fenwick House after three decades The c$31 million deal is with Sydney based Parras Hospitality Spreading a 6518 square metre B1 Neighbourhood Centre waterfront site with 14 electronic gambling machines and a beer garden overlooking Shaws Bay was marketed for its potential to be repositioned as a boutique hotel or office Parras Hospitality in 2016 acquired the Campbelltown region Ambarvale Hotel later undertaking a multi-million dollar refurbishment and extension with a micro brewery Ben McDonald and Kate MacDonald represented the Hayters The Shaws Bay Hotel and Fenwick House sale comes nine months since Laundy Hotels and Fraser Short paid brothers Clyde and Greg Campbell $40m for the Lennox Head Hotel about 10 kilometres north of Ballina (story continues below) At Evans Head, about 40 km south of Ballina, the art deco Hotel Illawong traded in March for c$15m Laundy Hotels and Fraser Short were again the buyers in a partnership with Nick and Justine Tindall (nee Laundy) “The hotel investment market continues to mature in its recognition that there are no yield benchmarks for irreplaceable coastal pub hotels with business cases differing for each remarkable location so transactions have evidenced a wide range from three to seven per cent,” Mr Musca said “The Shaws Bay purchasers confidently backed their vision expeditiously moving to exceed the owner’s pricing expectations and cognisant that a significant capital deployment can undoubtedly deliver a very special hospitality asset in the future,” he added “Naturally there’s always a lot of emotion that accompanies long-term owners farewelling a family asset so realising a great result and seeing its custodianship pass to a new and respectful stakeholder is a fulfilling outcome” Subscribe to our newsletter at the bottom of this page A former property analyst and print journalist Marc is the publisher of realestatesource.com.au Forgot your password? You will receive mail with link to set new password Back to login Parts of the Ballina Shire have changed significantly since the 1980s flood event high tides also pose a significant flood threat particularly when combined with floodwater from heavy rain Sea level rise associated with climate change is also expected to result in more serious flooding in the future This means it is important to plan for future possible events Ballina Shire Council is working to ensure it can do everything possible to make sure communities are aware of the danger and are prepared for a flood emergency and importantly understand their own risks In 2008, the Ballina Flood Study Update (BMT WBM)(PDF, 18MB) was completed to develop an improved understanding of existing and future flood risk in Ballina and surrounding communities This included the development of updated flood models and flood inundation mapping for riverine creek and ocean-driven design flood events One outcome of the Ballina Floodplain Risk Management Plan was to further investigate alternative flood protection measures beyond the existing Council policy of filling within the floodplain This resulted in the preparation of the Ballina Island and West Ballina Overland Flood Study and Flood Protection Feasibility Study and Plan (GHD) This study presented a strategic plan to mitigate localised existing and future flood risk in Ballina Island and West Ballina by providing practical information in regard to recommended floodplain management measures such as timing plus recommendations for further investigation The responsibility for planning and management of flood prone lands in NSW rests with local government. The NSW Government provides assistance with state-wide policy and technical support. A Flood Prone Land Policy and a Floodplain Development Manual (NSW, 2023) forms the basis of floodplain management in NSW the NSW Floodplain Development Manual identifies four main stages in the floodplain risk management process: A focus of the recent Ballina Island and West Ballina Overland Flood Study and Flood Protection Feasibility Study and Plan has been on local overland flooding behaviour and some recommendations are made on this basis Also some floodplain risk management measures to address regional flooding of the Richmond River tidal inundation and storm surge are discussed in greater detail and this project has included scope to assess in more detail major structural mitigation options The lower Richmond River flows in a north easterly direction adjacent to the coastline through a large rural floodplain It turns east at its confluence with Emigrant Creek before passing Ballina and meeting North Creek near its outfall into the Pacific Ocean Richmond River flooding is caused by widespread storm systems with precipitation typically occurring over many days across the broader Richmond River catchment These floods rise and fall relatively slowly at Ballina with flood conditions lasting multiple days Flood water on the lower Richmond River travels in a north easterly direction towards Ballina spilling out into the floodplain to the south and west of Ballina These floodwaters also affect flooding on the local catchment creeks Significant regional and riverine flooding has been limited over recent times with the last major floods occurring during 2005 and the 1970’s and late 1980’s Emigrant Creek flows in a southerly direction through Cumbalum before joining the Richmond River at West Ballina Maguries Creek flows in a south easterly direction from Teven and joins Emigrant Creek on the lower floodplain North Creek flows in a southerly direction from Ross Lane passing Ballina Nature Reserve on its right bank before passing through East Ballina and Ballina Island at its confluence with the Richmond River Flooding from these local creek catchments is caused by smaller storm systems with intense rainfall bursts typically lasting less than 12 hours Flood waters rise and fall quickly with this form of flooding presenting a high hazard due to short warning times and fast flowing floodwater Ocean storm surge flooding caused by low pressure systems strong onshore winds and storm wave conditions which lead to high than usual ocean levels This form of flooding is influenced by tides and will typically occur in combination with one or two high tides Ocean storm flooding dominates in the lower reach of the Richmond River and North Creek thus affecting parts of Ballina Island and West Ballina These areas comprise of concentrated urban development which highlights the significance of this form of flooding in Ballina In addition to the above sources of flooding low lying residential and commercial areas surrounding Ballina are subject to overland flooding from local rainfall-runoff and backwater surcharge of the stormwater network during high tide events Low lying areas around Ballina are known to experience inundation caused by tidal backflow through the stormwater drainage network during twice annual seasonal high astronomical tide conditions This can and does occur without coincident local rainfall runoff or coincident riverine or creek flood events Observations indicates that backflows from these “King Tides” tend to affect the road network to a greater degree than private properties with potential saline water in road gutters (up to 300 mm deep) during a few periods during the year media releases are issued to warn the public of flood affected roads and inundated areas It is noted that the highest astronomical tide recorded in Ballina (without coincident riverine flood) during the period January 1991 to February 2018 was 1.29 mAHD This is generally accepted by Council as the highest “King Tide” event on record Flood study reports discuss flooding events in relation to the probability of a certain magnitude flood event occurring during any given year The main terms used to describe design flood events are: Height in metres above the Australian Height Datum The datum sets mean sea level as zero m AHD elevation Mean sea level was determined from observations recorded by 30 tide gauges around the coast of the Australian continent for the period 1966–1968 All flood levels reported within the Study are stated to “m AHD” Previous studies and plans produced for the Lower Richmond River floodplain within Ballina Shire were done so in a regional context of which only addressed primarily riverine This project is the first of its kind to assess localised and intense storms over our Ballina township and central business district in combination with tidal influences The study also provides a higher level of detail associated with some regional flood protection measures in order to better appraise the viability of implementing such measures An assessment of climate change implications was undertaken using the various AEP flood events assessed as a baseline A combination of increased rainfall intensity and sea level rise was considered against future horizons of years 2050 and 2100 The results indicate significant increases in flood level and hazard that needs to be considered This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Residents are being given a say on council’s proposal to name a beach in East Ballina The stretch of sand is located near Hill Street at the northern end of Missingham Bridge Gawandii – which means Dolphin – was chosen after consultation with the local aboriginal land council Submissions can be made on the Geographical Names Board’s website for the next 30 days have put The Beach House on the marketLisa Hughes are now selling the Beach House East Coast in Ballina are putting their boutique coastal venue The Beach House East Coast on the market The Lanes bought the property at 70 Shelly Beach Rd which backs on to the picturesque Angels and Shelly beaches the couple embarked on a renovation of the Beach House transforming what was once a facility for Christian retreats into an eco-conscious event space aimed at raising coastal awareness while allowing guests to “connect to nature create community and collectively give back” “I remember when we first went to look at it,” said Mr Lane who is the son of Oroton founder Boyd Lane The communal bathing areas are based on the existing facilities but have been given a coastal-chic upgrade “You went down this little driveway and it opened up to be this diamond in the rough It was rundown and neglected but an amazing block of land looking directly north up the beach We just new straight away that we had to do something with it,” Mr Lane said MORE NEWS High-rise hook has developers interested in sale of iconic Surfers hostel Global developers eye off never-to-be-repeated Broadbeach trophy site Grant Hackett sells Mermaid beach villa to focus on life in Melbourne Using the existing structures which include a main residence shower blocks and a large communal meeting house giving them a Australian-European coastal look to create a venue able to host up to 250 people for conferences The Beach House has direct access on to Angels and Shelly beaches The bespoke accommodation set on a two-acre site has 12 chic rooms alongside a designer bathhouse where original sinks have been re-enamelled in a nostalgic touch There is also a three-bedroom main residence dining and entertaining on a grand scale with a fully-equipped kitchen and a bar The venue can accommodate functions of up to 250 people “We spent a fair bit of time developing it bit by bit There are a lot of hand-made items and we try and use recycled materials and local craftsmen where possible,” Mrs Lane said The profile of the Northern Rivers region has exploded in recent years thanks to a steady stream of Hollywood actors and A-lister celebrities visiting and buying property in the area who is marketing the Beach House alongside residential agents Matthew Skene and Troy Dowker said he had been inundated with calls since the listing went live The Beach House’s coastal location is idyllic and only 30 minutes from Byron Bay “I’ve been absolutely smashed and it has not even been 24 hours,” he said “I’ve had more than 33 phone calls already with the majority of inquiries coming from locals or south-east Queensland buyers There has been some interstate interest from companies such as micro-breweries and wellness centres as well as private individuals wanting to run the business as is.” The Lanes have a worldwide following for their advocacy of sustainable living with the only council restrictions being that development cannot include high density building or permanent units “It is a super unique offering because of its location and accessibility to the beach,” Mr Grbcic said “It has scope to appeal to different markets but lends itself to something to do with wellness.” Expressions of interest close at 4pm on June 10 and while Mr Grbcic would not speculate on the price it could achieve he said the current level of interest meant it would definitely be sold by the end of the EOI period The sleeping quarters are equivalent of resort-level living The Lanes received huge interest in The Farm when they listed it for sale last year drawing inquiries from as far afield as the US and Italy Agents at the time lauded that it would sell for well over $20m and despite some reports of a $16m sale RP Data records show the deal done was for a more modest $10.5m Allyson and Fraser Short of the Sydney Collective who were keen on carrying on their sustainable farming legacy have already moved on to their next venture which they plan to be a little more low-key The venue has multiple event and function areas they are creating a collection of properties based in the Northern Rivers that offer sustainable rural experiences such as an equine estate and a working macadamia farm but on a more intimate level,” Mr Lane said The Beach House promotes marine conservation awareness third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by 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Tom and Emma Lane, the environmentally-conscious couple, who turned a modest dairy farm into a thriving, sustainable agriculture and restaurant enterprise before selling it late last year bought the sprawling coastal property in 2017 for $3 million In early May, they listed the former Christian camp at 70 Shelly Beach Road for sale as they put the finishing touches on a stunning revamp that transformed the run-down camp into a breezy which the couple say is “perfect for conscious conferencing or beachside retreats.” The listing is the latest in a string of high-profile property transactions in the Byron Bay area, which has become somewhat of a celebrity enclave and where the median house price has soared by 31.2 per cent in the 12 months to March said when the couple first saw the 0.8-hectare (two-acre)  coastal property they couldn’t quite believe it even existed to have two acres right on the beach,” he says “And in the same way The Farm was all about the land and agriculture we wanted The Beach House to be a place to share stories around the conservation of our coastline and marine ecosystems.” so we saw the potential to create a beach house for the people Part of the hire fee for the renovated boutique venue Freight boss Terry Tzaneros buys $40m Point Piper trophy home Darling Point house sells in one week for $2m over its guide price after spending more than two years revamping the original campsite a large communal meeting house and a private residence the pair were already dreaming up a new business venture we decided to change tack and exit The Farm and finish The Beach House and offer it up for someone else to follow on from what we started,” Tom says “We think it’s perfect for conscious conferencing where you get people out of a hotel environment … and inspire and engage them by bringing them into nature.” Emma adds: “It’s like being invited into someone’s beach home it’s a space where ideas and business can be discussed in a relaxed environment.” The pair have created another business called The Lane Estates, which will include a portfolio of “beautifully designed” and “sustainable” properties, including their current home, The Range, in the Byron hinterland, which people can hire and “immerse themselves in the home as well as the environment and the agricultural experience.” Other properties will include a macadamia farm and an equine property, both in the Byron hinterland region. However, they are also eyeing off properties as far away as Tasmania and New Zealand. “So, I guess the main reason The Beach House is leaving the family is so more babies can arrive,” Tom laughs.  Agent Matthew Skene from Kollosche Byron Bay says The Beach House is a one-of-a-kind offering that presents an exciting opportunity for a new owner to walk in and grow the existing operation or repurpose the property for an entirely new endeavour. “Tom and Emma have done an amazing job with what they’ve created here, but the property is still very much a blank canvas with plenty of potential yet,” he says. “Some people might see it as a private family compound, while others could look to redevelop the site for a private residence, a boutique hotel or even a high-end restaurant, all subject to council approval.”  Already, the property has attracted interest from local buyers, as well as buyers from interstate and overseas, with one prospective buyer considering developing a microbrewery on the site. Expressions of interest close on Thursday, June 10, at 5pm. The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Emergency services were called to a two car crash on Angels Beach Drive at East Ballina just after 3pm today Multiple paramedic crews and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter responded to the incident Two people were transported to Lismore Base Hospital suffering minor injuries A third person has been taken to Ballina District Hospital in a serious condition A rare release of new beachfront land in Lennox Head will soon hit the market in a “spectacular” pocket of the NSW North Coast Developed by Intrapac, Aureus is an exclusive new village in the idyllic suburb of Skennars Head with just two lots currently for sale and a final 20 ready for release – a number with breathtaking ocean views Intrapac CEO Max Shifman says Aureus is a “hidden gem and a unique offering” that can’t be easily replaced “It’s a place everyone wants to be but only a small number will have the chance to do so,” Shifman says “There are so few remaining opportunities of undeveloped house lots within a stone's throw of one of the most spectacular beaches on the east coast with some lots having unobstructed ocean views "People can see with their own eyes why it’s such a special spot.” the new beachfront land release located on The Coast Road in Skennars Head will be priced from $1.25 million Aureus is the last beachfront village on the east coast and part of a region renowned for world-class beaches including Sharpes “It certainly presents a much more affordable price point than living in the middle of Byron,” Shifman says "You couldn't buy anything in Byron Bay now for the price that you would pay for Aureus and you still get the benefit of being on the coast in a like-minded community.” Architecturally designed homes provide modern and convenient inclusions The exclusive beachfront community is conveniently located five minutes from Lennox Head and Ballina 10 minutes from the Ballina Gateway Airport and less than an hour to the Gold Coast Airport This easy connectivity has drawn attention from premium buyers from Sydney and Melbourne looking to downsize or make a seachange as well as local families seeking a peaceful seaside feel that can be hard to find on the east coast “It’s certainly predominantly been local buyers but it’s also been a rising number of people from out of town.. who might have been to the region previously to have a holiday,” Shifman adds Plans are in place for a future village centre at Aureus which will offer a range of convenience and lifestyle amenities for residents A small-scale dining and convenience precinct set fronting the parklands is part of the plans for Aureus Village which will be at the heart of the neighbourhood BBQ areas and nature reserves surround the development “The idea is that it will have all the things people need on a daily basis right at the village and food and beverage will be a big part of it.. something that will become a destination for the local residents,” Shifman explains The area is also set to feature picnic shelters PropTrack economist Anne Flaherty says Skennars Head is a fantastic location offering a remote coastal feel along with great local facilities – a lifestyle change still in demand post-pandemic “People are still continuing to look for areas that offer a fantastic lifestyle and Skennars Head ticks all those boxes,” Flaherty explains “It borders East Ballina so there's a good amount of retail and hospitality amenity available nearby “You've got the stunning beach on the east side and then on the west you've got the creek so it offers fantastic waterside living,” she adds it's not too far away from a lot of the most popular places to be in New South Wales including just 25 minutes out of Byron Bay.” The median house price in Byron Bay is currently $2.21 million while Skennars Head’s median house price is $1.575 million “The fact that you are essentially in the same location as Byron Bay (and) the price of a house is around half that of Byron,” she says “For people who are looking to live in an area where they have access to world-class beaches but don't want to be in an overly build-up environment The Hayter family have put up their picturesque Shaws Bay Hotel in East Ballina marking its first time to market in nearly 30 years Known as the ‘Shawsy’ the pub is a lifestyle venue It lays claim to being the only hotel in NSW with title that extends all the way to the beach and waterline Beside the pub is the majestic Fenwick House The fully restored structure is considered a fine example of opulent Victorian Italianate architecture and could readily lend itself to further operating opportunities The two properties span a combined 6,500sqm at the entrance to the East Ballina growth corridor East Ballina is developing large new master-planned communities and has already seen around five per cent population growth since the onset of COVID Ballina Gateway Airport had a recent $10 million upgrade and has been increasing daily flight numbers Hotelier Brendan Byrne took on a lease on “the project” that was the Shaws Bay Hotel in 2009 and executed a massive front-to-back renovation that gave it a new lease on life Operations have since reverted to the freehold owners and Neville Hayter and sisters Debbie and Vicky have now opted to divest Citing a hospitality offering that can “never be replicated” JLL Hotels’ John Musca and Kate McDonald have suggested price expectations of more than $30 million for the two properties.  “Whether you’ve made your fortune in mining there simply cannot be a better way to create a legacy have a place for your family and friends and make a generational imprint than by owning the Shaws Bay Hotel and Fenwick House.” The freehold going concern of the Shaws Bay Hotel and Fenwick House are being sold via Expressions of Interest A product of The Information CollectiveACN All Rights Reserved © 2025 | Privacy Policy The sexual assault occurred on this family-friendly beach at Ballina, on a Sunday morning. (Supplied: Meredith Yardley) Link copiedShareShare articleA 35-year-old Nimbin man found guilty of sexual assault at a beach in East Ballina in July 2016 may be out of prison in less than two years. Michael Alan Jeffreys attacked a 29-year-old woman at Angels Beach, while on parole for assaulting his former partner. At Lismore District Court, Judge Laura Wells sentenced Jeffreys to a five-year term, with a non-parole period of three years. She said that only a prison sentence was appropriate and it was rare "an offender is caught virtually red-handed". The 29-year-old victim had been sitting at the beach just off a public walkway to avoid the windy conditions that morning. She had noticed the offender walking past her several times before he approached her just before 10am. When he stopped about three metres from her, she saw he was holding his penis then he jumped on top of her. In her victim impact statement, the 29-year-old recalled Jeffreys repeatedly saying, "I just need to have sex, I want to have sex with you". Jeffreys later told police, "She was screaming, she screamed for help. I thought she would like me". It was a nearby family on the beach that morning who heard the young woman's screams. A father of three ran to the scene, yelling "Oi…oi" as Jeffreys took off, running to a nearby house and pleading for help from the home owners. "Help me, protect me," Jeffreys said, before running away. Two other men had joined the father in the search and at the car park they held Jeffreys in a citizens' arrest until police arrived at the scene. "I thought that things couldn't get much worse than being attacked and raped by a violent stranger in a public place," the 29-year-old woman said in her victim impact statement. Physical tests in the hospital afterwards added to the woman's trauma, finding the attacker's semen had been found inside her. "Hearing the results and worrying if that rapist had passed on a disease to me, or if I was pregnant as a result of the rape, created a new level of intense trauma for me," she said. The victim's family released a statement after today's sentencing, which has taken more than 15 months since the attack. "Although we are relieved the perpetrator has been sentenced to a prison term and the community will be protected from the danger he poses, there are no winners here," they said. During sentencing submissions the Court heard that Jeffreys likely suffered from a drug-induced psychotic disorder and schizophrenia, and was also likely high on the drug ice at the time of the offence. Judge Wells said the perpetrator showed some degree of planning when he acknowledged in a police statement he was "desperate for sex". The offender has been in custody since the day of the offence and will be eligible for parole from September 30, 2019. 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