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For local updates, visit our Recovery Dashboard Connection to Council’s Community Strategic Plan: View all contact details View all our social media channels We wish to acknowledge the Ngandowal and Minyungbal speaking people of the Bundjalung Country Tul-gi-gin and Moorung – Moobah clans as being the traditional owners and custodians of the land and waters within the Tweed Shire boundaries We also acknowledge and respect the Tweed Aboriginal community’s right to speak for its Country and to care for its traditional Country in accordance with its lore The Tweed River Entrance Sand Bypassing Project is a joint initiative of the Queensland and New South Wales governments to maintain a navigable entrance to the Tweed River and provide an ongoing supply of sand to the southern Gold Coast beaches the breakwaters at the entrance to the Tweed River trapped and reduced the supply of sand to the southern Gold Coast beaches This sand normally would have been transported to southern Gold Coast beaches by wave action and near-shore currents the sand moved past the end of the breakwaters and created a large shallow sand bar at the Tweed River entrance that was hazardous to navigation The TSB project aims to overcome these problems Project area looking east: from Kirra to Snapper Rocks locations listed counter-clockwise from foreground to background: Letitia Spit and the TSB Jetty; Tweed River entrance; Duranbah Beach; Point Danger; Snapper Rocks; Rainbow Bay; Greenmount; Coolangatta Beach; Kirra Point; and Kirra Beach The project has been undertaken in 2 stages involved dredging more than 3 million cubic metres of sand from the Tweed River entrance to create a navigable channel and to nourish the southern Gold Coast beaches The project delivered sand onto the eroded beaches to bring them back to a similar condition to as before the breakwaters were extended was the installation of a permanent sand bypassing system Sand arriving at the permanent system on the southern side of the Tweed River entrance is trapped and pumped to the southern Gold Coast beaches The Snapper Rocks East outlet discharging a sand-water mixture The project’s current activities include: The project involves the local community through regular consultation via the Community Advisory Committee Information on the project is provided to the community at an annual open day via the project website The most recent presentation is available at the Community Advisory Committee page of the New South Wales Government project site As of 01 October 2024 with the expiry of the existing Concession Agreement with the TSB Operator the NSW Government has taken over operations Project Manager for NSW and Qld GovernmentTweed Sand Bypassing Transport for NSWEmail: TSB@transport.nsw.gov.au Watch the video about the Tweed River Entrance Sand Bypassing Project Queensland Government Hydraulics Laboratory Science Division13 QGOV (13 74 68)coastal.sciences@des.qld.gov.au 13 QGOV (13 74 68) Help us improve the content on our website or tell us what is working really well Please contact us The Greens Leader was in Tweed Heads today with the party’s Candidate for Richmond announcing their plan to lower the retirement age There has been significant beach erosion on the Tweed Coast Residents are strongly urged to prioritise their safety as Tropical Cyclone Alfred continues to impact the Tweed with Council staff working tirelessly around the clock to ensure safety preparedness and in readiness for recovery.  Mayor Chris Cherry expressed confidence in the community’s resilience acknowledging the hard work of Council staff and the ongoing support of emergency services.  “We want all residents in the Tweed to know that Council is fully committed to taking every possible measure to ensure we are prepared for any eventuality from Tropical Cyclone Alfred I’ve already witnessed the outstanding resilience of our staff and the community “It’s something we are known for as Australians and as people from the Tweed we do whatever it takes to help each other in times of need It truly makes me proud to see such dedication and unity," Cr Cherry said.  “I like to commend the Australian and NSW governments on their swift action to activate disaster assistance for 15 local government areas in northern NSW “Knowing this assistance will be made available is crucial as we make decisions on how best to deliver services and support our community Cr Cherry highlighted the collaborative efforts underway in the background to keep the community informed and safe.  many of our Council staff have been working tirelessly and delivering critical communications to prepare as thoroughly as possible and keep everyone informed I also want to take a moment to acknowledge the invaluable efforts of the State Emergency Service (SES) and other agencies who have been on the ground responding to calls and keeping our community safe."  Council staff are also liaising with essential service providers to ensure the community is prepared for potential disruptions to power and water supplies.  "Preparing for an event like this is a massive effort and we are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated team of Council staff emergency services and volunteers supporting our community,” she said.  “We’ve endured a challenging few days as Tropical Cyclone Alfred approaches and we still have a long way to go We know many of you are experiencing power outages road closures and disruptions to facilities and services Please stay safe as we work together to manage through this event."  Council facility and service updates:  Council offices in Tweed and Murwillumbah will be closed on Thursday 6 Phone and after-hours services will continue as usual via 02 6670 2400 Council’s plant and equipment fleet has been relocated to safe and strategic locations across the Tweed ready for deployment to assist the community when it is safe to do so.  including those on Commercial Road near Murwillumbah CBD but please note they rely on power and communications networks.  The Tweed tap water supply is heavily reliant on power which may be disrupted due to high winds or flood damage Store 3 days of supply - at least 10L per person of drinking water in preparation of power outages or interruptions to water supply.  we ask them to take the following actions:  Council expects sports fields across the Tweed to be closed this weekend please visit the Sports Fields and Closures page or the Tweed Emergency Dashboard.  Facility closures until further notice:   Stay safe and look out for one another during this challenging time.  Many businesses have made preparations for what is to come Photo 1: Hastings Point erosionCaption: There has been significant beach erosion on the Tweed Coast Photo 2: Sandbagging in MurwillumbahCaption: Many businesses have made preparations for what is to come Connection to Council’s Community Strategic Plan: Call 02 6670 2136 or email for all media or interview requests The stolen plaques were found stacked up behind barriers on the outer perimeter of the Tweed Heads Lawn Cemetery More than 100 memorial plaques stolen from a cemetery at Kirkwood Road Tweed Heads have been located and reported to police A groundsman at the Tweed Heads Lawn and General Cemetery located the 102 plaques piled up and hidden behind barriers on the outer perimeter of the grounds late yesterday A check has revealed all plaques are accounted for Police have been alerted and are continuing their investigations into the matter The plaques were first discovered missing from the lawn cemetery by Council staff early Tuesday morning Manager Inclusive and Creative Communities Shannon Carruth said staff were working hard to ease the concerns of affected families “Our first priority is to identify the names associated with the stolen plaques so that impacted families can be notified,” Ms Carruth said “Police have taken the plaques into evidence cemetery staff will assess the condition of the plaques and work with impacted families on next steps.” Names of affected persons will be published on Council’s website as soon as possible Anyone concerned about a loved one’s plaque can contact Council on 02 6670 2400 or email tsc@tweed.nsw.gov.au Anyone with information is urged to come forward and contact Tweed Byron Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 The missing plaques were discovered hidden behind barriers on the cemetery grounds Photo 1: Stolen plaquesCaption: The stolen plaques were found stacked up behind barriers on the outer perimeter of the Tweed Heads Lawn Cemetery Photo 2: Stolen plaques barriersCaption: The missing plaques were discovered hidden behind barriers on the cemetery grounds 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 Tweed Heads Lawn and General Cemetery operator Kelvin Jordan shows where the memorial plaques were stolen BELOW: Entry to the Tweed Heads Lawn and General Cemetery on Kirkwood Road at Tweed Heads More than 100 copper plaques have been stolen from Tweed Heads Lawn and General Cemetery at Kirkwood Street with an estimated replacement value of between $30,000 to $40,000 were discovered missing from the northern end of the cemetery by a groundsman early yesterday morning (Tuesday 20 August) Council is working with police who will review nearby CCTV footage in their investigations It is believed the plaques may have been stolen to resell as scrap metal with all local metal recyclers notified of the incident and placed on alert the combined plaques are estimated to be worth a maximum of $1,500 on the scrap metal market Council’s Director Sustainable Communities and Environment Naomi Searle said staff were devastated at the discovery and were working to identify which plaques had been stolen “We are appalled at the theft of these plaques and will be working closely with police on the matter,” Ms Searle said “My heart goes out to the families of those who’s resting places have been affected Every effort is being made to identify which plaques have been stolen.” A list of the missing burial plaques will be available on Council’s website as soon as possible A similar incident occurred in July 2021 when 48 plaques were stolen from headstones at Murwillumbah Lawn Cemetery at Tree Street and then a further nine were discovered missing from Tweed Valley Cemetery at Eviron Road Council is urging anyone with information to come forward and contact local police Anyone who is concerned about a loved one’s plaque can contact Council on 02 6670 2400 or email tsc@tweed.nsw.gov.au  A memorial plaque found damaged at Tweed Heads Lawn and General Cemetery Error: no decision tree source folder detected Tweed residents will cast their votes in the Council election this Saturday 14 September.  Tweed residents will head to the polls on Saturday 14 September to elect a new Council The NSW Electoral Commission conducts the election on behalf of councils across the State with voting compulsory in Local Government elections Polling stations will open at 8 am on election day and close at 6 pm that night A total of 28 polling venues will be open on election day: St Joseph’s Primary School South Murwillumbah NSW Electoral Commission Returning Office: Seagulls Club Pre-polling is also available to eligible voters this election with 5 pre-polling venues already open across the Tweed from 9 am to 5 pm until Friday 13 September To find your nearest polling or pre-polling venue, visit the NSW Electoral Commission’s Find My Electorate page Applications for postal voting closed on Monday 9 September Applications received after this time will not receive a postal vote pack Completed postal votes must be received by the NSW Electoral Commission by 6 pm on Friday 27 September The declaration of the poll is expected to occur between 1 and 3 October 2024 and an Extraordinary Meeting of the new Council will take place on Tuesday 10 October 2024 that will include the election of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor For more information about the 2024 NSW Local Government election, visit the NSW Electoral Commission at elections.nsw.gov.au or phone 1300 135 736 Photo 1: Voting boxCaption: Tweed residents will cast their votes in the Council election this Saturday 14 September.  Photo 2: Save the dateCaption: Save the date graphic we help keep the Tweed community and our natural environment healthy by providing safe sustainable and affordable water and wastewater services Stormwater and wastewater use separate plumbing systems Save water indoors and outdoors to delay water restrictions Level 2 restrictions Level 1 water restrictions when dam drops below 85% Clarrie Hall Dam level View BOM Uki rainfall We keep tap water flowing and take away and treat wastewater for almost 90,000 people Spectacular fireworks at the Tweed foreshore at 9 pm and 12 am The Tweed Shire Council will host a New Year’s Eve family fireworks display at Jack Evans Boat Harbour at 9 pm Midnight fireworks presented by Twin Towns will follow at 12 am All fireworks are subject to weather conditions The Family Fair at Seagulls promises a fun-filled evening with Vinyl Revival and late-night entertainment with Captain Thunderbolt Kids eat free with each adult meal purchased seagullsclub.com.au/events/newyearsfamilyfair/ Embark on a cultural journey with a three-course Saltwater seafood extravaganza with unique cultural performances at a local indigenous-inspired NYE Boat Party Hosted by You That Productions and the Coolangatta Tweed Heads Golf Club the evening includes canapés on the balcony and an Indigenous-themed three-course sea-to-plate extravaganza starting at 5 pm youthatproductions.com.au A blockbuster selection of entertainment and activities at various sites will ring in the new year for all including a massive night with Killing Heidi and Kingswood in the showroom and the Harbour Terrace Balcony is the best place for fireworks viewing twintowns.com.au/new-years-eve-celebrations/ the famous Smokehouse BBQ is where it’s at with smoked pulled pork nachos and beef cheek tacos from 3 pm to 7 pm (vegetarian and GF options available) Fun for all the family with a jumping castle for the kids facebook.com/events/1102041571920977 revellers can celebrate at the ultimate beachside party extravaganza at Kingscliff Beach Hotel and tacos are on offer throughout the afternoon followed by epic DJ grooves packing the dancefloor to ring in the new year until 1.30 am kingscliffbeachhotel.com.au/book-now/ SearchTweed Heads team continues to serve Northern Rivers communitiesdeansimpson7Mar 103 min readUpdated: Mar 11 Daryl Crowden is the Salvation Army Emergency Services General Manager who has been overseeing operations in South East Queensland and the Northern Rivers region of NSW One such centre that continues to cater to the community is Tweed Heads where Corps Officer Major Nicole Viles has been serving since last week “Thank goodness the floods are not as high as expected so many people are starting to relocate back to their homes where it is safe to do so,” Nicole said this morning and it could be three to four days before it is restored particularly vulnerable people like the elderly they will need to remain in some kind of refuge be it an evacuation centre or motel until power is restored.” have operated in tough situations to assist local communities in need working at the SAES mobile truck in the NSW Northern Rivers region yesterday Some local SAES volunteers were unable to assist because of the danger in travelling to evacuation centres or the need to remain at home to secure their own properties “We had a provision of ‘Meals on Wheels’ meals donated just at the right time when all the supplies we could get started to run low,” she said “The fact that this area has not flooded the way that it should have flooded … all of that is God at work.” A generous donation from a northern NSW branch of ‘Meals on Wheels’ to The Salvation Army in Tweed Heads enabled hundreds of meals to be served at local evacuation centres.The Tweed Salvation Army Corps building itself is surrounded by trees Nicole said it is remarkable that none of the trees bordering the corps property fell during the cyclone more than 4000 meals have been served in 18 evacuation centres from Kempsey in the south to Tweed Heads in the north Communities have rallied to assist the Salvos to serve and a catering team from Southern Cross University assisting at evacuation centres in Lismore Salvation Army personnel aren’t on site but are providing food and coordinating the response working with other not-for-profit organisations or agencies High winds in the Tweed Heads region brought down many trees.Relief in Lismore Lismore Corps Officer Major Phil Sutcliffe noted that although community members had more time to prepare for this emergency stress levels were significantly higher than in previous events as many in the area are still recovering from the record-breaking floods of 2022 that caused extensive damage there is a huge sense of relief that the river didn’t peak,” he said “Our biggest issue is that this has brought up a whole fresh sense of trauma from 2022 and that will be our continued ongoing work after the evacuation centres close – to support communities to get back to normality.” Northern Rivers Team Leaders Captains Phil and Donna Sutcliffe (right) with volunteers who came up from Sydney and Canberra to assist with relief efforts in Lismore.The Salvation Army’s SAES National Response Manager stated that some recovery hubs would be established by Thursday to assist people in getting back on their feet To donate to The Salvation Army’s Cyclone Alfred Appeal, click here The Salvation Army is an international movement Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in his name with love and without discrimination Search past articles on Others Read past issues of Others Magazine Read past issues of Pipeline Magazine Read past issues of On Fire Magazine Salvos Online is the internal news website of The Salvation Army Australia Territory The website is part of the Internal Communications Department and includes leadership updates If you’re hitting the road with a caravan in search of the sub-tropical climes of NSW’s far north coast, there are plenty of sites to power up and call home in the Tweed region. Even if you’re travelling without a camper or trailer cabins and campgrounds are a great option for revelling in the laid-back vibes From riverside relaxation in Tweed Heads to kid-friendly Hastings Point and the beachside chill of Kingscliff these memory-making stays are brimming with charm This award-winning bells-and-whistles Tweed Heads caravan park is a kids’ holiday nirvana Stay in a variety of powered sites or opt for a cabin The Green Cauldron Waterpark is the stuff of childhood dreams while Lizzie’s Lagoon is a more sedate place for a fresh dip Paddle the billabong then retreat to the camp kitchen to cook up a feast come dinnertime Set directly on Terranora Inlet, this riverside caravan park is perfect for those holidaying with their furry friends powered sites and sites that accommodate larger RVs There are also studio cabins and pet-friendly cabins plus the Riverview Retreat which sleeps up to eight The most northerly and largest of seven locations run by Tweed Holiday Parks, this spot on Terranora Creek is a tranquil place for a retreat. It’s a short walk to the town centre but feels entirely cloistered from the nearby bustle with its own saltwater lagoon and boat ramp Stay in a powered site (six with en suite) cabin or grass tent site and enjoy the pool and waterslide Escape the heat and swim at the expansive pool in Tweed Holiday Parks A range of cabins, powered and unpowered sites, some with en suites and some pet-friendly, are available at this Tweed Heads caravan park. Enjoy close proximity to both the Tweed River and some of the best beaches on the Gold Coast It’s fairly rudimentary but tidy and comfortable with a small pool On the southern bank of the Tweed River, this calm spot set on the aquamarine-hued water is perfect for exploring the surrounding region. The Colonial Tweed Caravan Park has a swimming pool overlooking the river camp kitchen and amenities block to service powered sites There are also cabins and en suite sites available Choose from a range of luxury villas and en suite cabins as well as riverside and en suite-powered sites Access to the pristine Tweed River is immediate at this Chinderah caravan park thanks to the onsite private boat ramp and harbour You can choose from villas or powered sites and unwind by the pool it’s perfect for a low-key trip and you’re in easy reach of Kingscliff and other Tweed coast towns As with the other caravan parks set on this stretch of the river, you’re treated to vistas of majestic Wollumbin (Mt Warning) awash with purple hues come sunset at Chinderah Village Tourist Park boating and watersports are the key attractions here With Fingal Head Beach stretching out before you, this picturesque spot delivers on summer holiday vibes or stroll to Fingal Head Lighthouse direct from the campground surfari tent or powered site (some with en suites) You’re also only 10 minutes from Tweed Heads Settle into a safari tent at Tweed Holiday Parks This small Kingscliff caravan park has less than 50 sites The expansive beach is on your doorstep and the vibrant town centre is just two kilometres away Or you could hire one of the grounds’ bikes and cycle in for an arvo ice cream surfari tents and powered sites (with or without en suite) but you’ll need to keep your fur baby at home Kingscliff Beach is only a few steps away from both Tweed Holiday Parks in Kingscliff The twin to Tweed Holiday Parks’ north Kingscliff location this southerly ground offers an award-winning beachfront stay Sandwiched between the beach and the main street this park is ideal for those who don’t want to miss out on any of the action Spend all day on the beach then fall asleep to the waves in either a luxury ocean cabin Nestled between the Tweed River and Kingscliff Beach, this caravan park offers the best of both worlds which are dispersed across 10 acres of subtropical landscaping Guests and encouraged to take the 2.5-kilometre stroll to the beach or the shorter walk to watch a riverside sunset While not as polished as the other Kingscliff parks it’s still a great option ofr families Overlooking the watery playground of Cudgera Creek and across to the beach, this Hastings Point caravan park offers the prime spot for those who love to fish Cudgera Creek teems with frolicking families submerging themselves in the crystal waters It’s the perfect swim spot for young kids while the beach offers more robust play and good sets for surfers Bed down in a surfari tent or powered site and This is an all-round box-ticker for caravan park accommodation While close to the beach and Cudgera Creek this resort also offers plenty to keep you onsite There’s Sammy’s Lagoon water park to keep the kids amused as well as the incredible Marine Discovery Centre The icing on the cake is the adults’ only leisure centre You can stay in everything from budget to premium cabins or powered and en suite sites Settle in at the resort’s spacious dining space Pottsville is the perfect family holiday destination with its charming town, long beach and gentle Mooball Creek. This north-positioned park enhances good times with two swimming pools It’s a short drive into town or slightly longer walk and is in easy reach of Tweed coast towns like Cabarita and Hastings Point Positioned on the water at the southern end of town, this Pottsville caravan park is well-positioned to soak up long With cabins and sites facing Mooball Creek it’s easy access to slip into the calm waters for a swim or try your hand at stand-up paddleboarding where you’ll find great cafes and restaurants The Mooball Creek caravan site boasts the perfect spot for a sundowner Little-known Wooyung is a beachside agrarian gem at the most southerly point of the Tweed Shire. Bare feet and salty hair rule this rustic but idyllic spot. Choose from cabins, studio rooms and powered or unpowered sites. A short five-minute drive to Pottsville and just 15 minutes to the coastal gem of Byron Bay You can set up for a short, one-week stint in this dog-friendly caravan and campground in Murwillumbah. You’re well-positioned to peruse Murwillumbah’s up-and-coming dining scene, which features plenty of locally run restaurants touting fresh produce While it’s a bit of a barebones set-up across the 25-site campground Tucked into the foothills of the heritage-listed Wollumbin (Mt Warning) National Park and bordered on one side by Korrumbyn Creek, Mt Warning Rainforest Park is the perfect spot to take in the mountain air and reconnect with nature cabin or camping site and let the rainforest dissolve any residual stress Seek solitude in Hosanna Farmstay’s idyllic campground Working for many of Australia’s top publications Lara Picone has had the distinct pleasure of writing editing and curating content about the finer things in life for more than 15 years Graduating from Macquarie University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication her editorial foundation began at Qantas: The Australian Way magazine before moving on to learn the fast-paced ropes of a weekly magazine at Sunday Magazine and picking up the art of brand curation at donna hay magazine Pivoting a near-problematic travel lust into a career move by combining it with storytelling and a curious appetite her next role was as Deputy Editor of SBS Feast magazine and later Online Editor of SBS Food online She then stepped into her dream job as Editor of Australian Traveller before becoming Online Editor for both International Traveller and Australian Traveller Lara always has her passport at-the-ready to take flight on assignment for the Australian Traveller team as well as for publications such as Qantas Magazine and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" quietly making a comeback on the NSW North Coast now boasts a collection of must-visit attractions Australian Traveller Media acknowledges the traditional custodians of the Country on which we live and work Sip and nibble your way through the Tweed with the region’s long list of cosy cafes and beautiful coastal bakeries produce-driven and displaying dedicated artistry this hit-list is full of beachy haunts that pour seriously good coffee and offer some of the best sourdough you’ve ever crunched into From freshly baked croissants in Kingscliff to refined cafe fare from Pottsville keep this article bookmarked for your next Tweed getaway Grab a coffee and croissant and sit waterside at this Tweed Heads cafe favourite where you can watch the river sparkle as you enjoy freshly baked goods under the shade of generous trees The Paris-meets-Northern-Rivers picnic vibe is perfect for sunny weekends The croissants are a non-negotiable menu item including breakfast burgers and lunch plates Arguably the makers of the best sourdough in the region, the Bread Social’s Tweed Heads bakery and cafe hums every day from 6.30 am to 3 pm supplying locals with their daily bread and caffeine You’ll also find an array of impossible-to-resist pastries Bread Social also run occasional baking workshops so you can master the art of sourdough Fresh-baked pastries at The Bread Social are simply to die for Next Door Espresso is a bright and breezy eatery that plates up simple classics made well and served with genuine smiles the owners returned Down Under to bring US-style hospitality to the Northern Rivers Aussie-approved coffee and cafe favourites (think brekky burgers and corn fritters) they’ve created a welcoming hub both here and in Burleigh Heads Next Door Espresso is a favourite among locals Not quite a cafe or a bakery, Rob Roy Deli is a must-visit to stock up delicious provisions for any stay on the Tweed You’ll find everything you need for your evening snack plate The deli doubles as a boutique bottle shop Set across from the Tweed River, the locally loved Cubby Bakehouse is your go-to for sweet treats and carb-cravings From crazy-good cookies to tiramisu brownies and jam doughnut eclairs everything coming out of the kitchen is dialled up with flavour to fully satisfy your lust for baked goods Grab an outside table in the sweet garden and savour the moment Cubby Bakehouse is buzzing with delightful brews The petite Salt Mill cafe is perfectly located for pre-beach coffee runs situated right across the road from the beach and just a few steps more to crystal-clear Cudgen Creek Grab your usual baked goods like croissants and banana bread If you’re not racing to get in the water Get your daily fix of baked goods at Salt Mill A little touch of Paris by the beach, this Salt Village patisserie tempts all with classic French delights like macarons and gateau settle in for an elegant high tea with friends or order a celebration cake for that special occasion This oceanside kiosk is awash with holiday vibes Sip your morning latte to the soundtrack of crashing waves as you plan your day flitting from sand to surf from classics like smashed avo to sourdough crumpets Take a seat inside or grab your order and stretch out on the grass across the road Cleanse your tummy with beautiful healthy smoothie bowls from Saltbean Cafe The laidback and stylish Tucker eatery showcases local producers with a classic menu that’s all the more delicious thanks to house-made elements Using ingredients created and grown in the Northern Rivers from Blackboard coffee to Bread Social baked goods the tucker here is both considered and delicious Dive in and taste the flavours of the region With its soft, pastel-pink hues and beach-chic styling, Nectar cafe on Cabarita’s high street eases you into the day Bagels and sandwiches with rockstar names take you from breakfast to lunch Slurp down a smoothie and watch the morning bustle before making your way to the beach beyond Pop in to Nectar for a fresh juice or smoothie Mornings are always full house at Corner Stop The Baker & Farmer bakery also doubles as a cafe grab and go with a coffee and your usual baked goods pours cold ones on-tap and offers up everything from tacos to share boards and burgers Cool and casual, the charismatic Black Drop cafe in charming Pottsville is alive with activity from breakfast through to lunch the staff are friendly and the food is elevated While you’ll find the usual crowd-pleasers on the menu expect to be delighted by innovative specials and beautifully crafted dishes Check the website for semi-regular themed nights and pop-ups Pair your latte with some sweets at Black Drop cafe Swing by this cool Murwillumbah cafe when in town for an excellent coffee and equally excellent eats There are house-made treats and dishes to entice using locally sourced and seasonal produce Think everything from pankcakes and breakfast bowls to burgers and pasta For more eating out options, read our guide to the Tweed to find all the best eats around the region. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); I live in the Tweed so am familiar with many of the cafes reviewed and agree they are some of the best. You’ve also given me a few I didn’t realise were good so I’ll look forward to trying those too – thanks Tweed Heads, quietly making a comeback on the NSW North Coast, now boasts a collection of must-visit attractions, making it a perfect weekend getaway ... Australian Traveller Media acknowledges the traditional custodians of the Country on which we live and work, and pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Get the latest travel news, reviews, offers and more, direct to your inbox. © Australian Traveller Media 2025. All rights reserved. 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architecture”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“In approving the development the court found that the development achieved design excellence,” it said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Together with its adjoining Bay View Grand development Heran is helping to shape the future of Tweed Heads and bring about the long overdue redevelopment of the Tweed Heads Town Centre first envisaged … well over a decade ago.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe greenlit Jackson Teece-designed project is earmarked for a 3640sq m site at 13-19 Enid Street.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder the approved plans its two towers—separated by 930sq m of ground-level communal recreation space with a pool barbecue and turfed areas—would sit above three basement parking levels for 179 cars and a four-level arch-filled podium.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The building separation is carefully considered to provide a view corridor through the centre of the development above the ground-level common area recreational terrace,” the documents said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe north and south towers would accommodate 66 and 56 apartments respectively—with a total of 3 one-bedroom 44 three-bedroom and 2 four bedroom units.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"6GZ6E2dydJ79MnVEQAgrKK\"\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e\u003cimg src=\"//images.ctfassets.net/8pr762qjocl3/29bz0jPydkrOFhFrkguD8U/d5b66f531959891d2b179659f8a11a00/Untitled_design_-_2024-09-27T181451.071.jpg\" alt=\"Renders of Heran's approved two-tower development proposal at Enid Street Tweed Heads.\" data-mce-src=\"//images.ctfassets.net/8pr762qjocl3/29bz0jPydkrOFhFrkguD8U/d5b66f531959891d2b179659f8a11a00/Untitled_design_-_2024-09-27T181451.071.jpg\"\u003e\u003c/picture\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"opacity: 0.8;\" data-mce-style=\"opacity: 0.8;\"\u003e▲ Renders of Heran\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman' serif;\" style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman' serif;\"\u003e’\u003c/span\u003es approved two-tower proposal at Enid Street Tweed Heads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tower facades feature a highly articulated design with splayed walls deep arched window reveals and varying external balcony depths incorporating materials such as the applied stone or concrete finishes at the podium levels sculpted and expressed concrete slabs and parapets and solid planter boxes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth investment and owner-occupier type apartments would be offered.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The proposal will contribute to the neighbourhood in a positive way both socially and economically…[providing] an opportunity for a diverse range of people to form a community three and four-bedroom dwellings that provide a variety of household requirements.”\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile work on \u003ca data-mce-href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/gold-coast-midwater-main-beach-tomkins-york-property\" href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/gold-coast-midwater-main-beach-tomkins-york-property\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHeran’s near-complete 39-storey 119-apartment Midwater tower at Main Beach\u003c/a\u003e—being developed under its York Property Holdings—came to an abrupt halt this month [September] due to a payment dispute with builder Tomkins.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFormally walking off the job and leaving the project in limbo claiming the developer had “failed to meet their obligations”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince then Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook Heran Building Group has been granted approval in the NSW Land and Environment Court for two 14-storey towers comprising 122 apartments Its original application was refused by the Northern Regional Planning Panel in July last year massing and modulation of the buildings would result in adverse impacts on the streetscape and an adjoining park said “a rigorous assessment and design review process” had resulted in two slender towers “that exhibit a well-articulated and attractive architecture” the court found that the development achieved design excellence,” it said “Together with its adjoining Bay View Grand development Heran is helping to shape the future of Tweed Heads and bring about the long overdue redevelopment of the Tweed Heads Town Centre first envisaged … well over a decade ago.” The greenlit Jackson Teece-designed project is earmarked for a 3640sq m site at 13-19 Enid Street “The building separation is carefully considered to provide a view corridor through the centre of the development above the ground-level common area recreational terrace,” the documents said The north and south towers would accommodate 66 and 56 apartments The tower facades feature a highly articulated design with splayed walls Both investment and owner-occupier type apartments would be offered “The proposal will contribute to the neighbourhood in a positive way both socially and economically…[providing] an opportunity for a diverse range of people to form a community three and four-bedroom dwellings that provide a variety of household requirements.”  Meanwhile, work on Heran’s near-complete 39-storey, 119-apartment Midwater tower at Main Beach—being developed under its York Property Holdings—came to an abrupt halt this month [September] due to a payment dispute with builder Tomkins. Formally walking off the job and leaving the project in limbo, Tomkins terminated its contract, claiming the developer had “failed to meet their obligations”. Since then, however, the developer has reportedly said it would take over the build and complete the project itself. Construction had been under way on the site at 3496 Main Beach Parade for more than three years and the tower was only a few levels from topping out. The stoush highlighted the industry’s prevailing challenging and volatile environment. 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, a SQL command or malformed data. 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. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced straddling the border between the vibrant Gold Coast strip and the serene seaside towns to the south the coastal city stretches out to host a range of homes from modern high-rise apartments with broad balconies to waterfront retreats lining the canals and river Browse Domain’s property and lifestyle magazines Ash Witty of Harcourts BMG describes living in Tweed Heads as having “the best of both worlds” He describes a lifestyle of charm and convenience – one that he treasures with his family “Tweed really delivers on the promise of a perpetual holiday,” he says and sail out to a marine park to dive with turtles and dolphins — it’s hard to convey just how bloody good it is.” Domain’s latest House Price Report puts the median house price in Tweed at $948,500, a notable 47.1 per cent rise over five years. Premium properties, particularly those gracing the waterfront, fetch prices in the millions, affirming Australians’ enduring love for water views. “In the past, the relaxed lifestyle and affordability attracted young families and retirees,” Witty says. “These groups have enriched the community, bolstering home-grown businesses whose high-quality services have gained national recognition, which, over time, has drawn more affluent buyers to the area.” Contributing to the local tapestry is Tweed Eco Cruises, a second-generation, family-run business that has navigated the Tweed River since 1996. Captain Kylie Petersen runs a familial crew, with her dad still attempting to give orders, her daughter trying to teach her social media, and her mum maintaining peace onboard. Where locals get private-island perks for staggering prices Living in this beach celeb-filled 'burb is 'Sydney at its finest' Locals have a 'profound affection' for this bayside 'burb “The best part of our cruises is showcasing local produce,” says Petersen. “We operate as a floating platform featuring the finest local offerings, from dairy and seafood to crafted spirits, all sourced within an 80-kilometre radius, celebrating the rich bounty of our region.” Petersen’s passion for Tweed is infectious. Called back from international travels 25 years ago to help launch the family business, she remains deeply anchored to the area. “One of my favourite places is Stotts Island, a sanctuary in the middle of the river and home to over 300 species of trees and incredible birdlife,” she says. “Often, I find myself silently contemplating atop the deck, in awe of the river’s rich history – it feels like a scene from Jurassic Park. Yet, it’s home, and it’s magical.” 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