The Coast Road speed limit reduced to 80km/h
December 16, 2011
The speed limit on The Coast Road between Lennox Head and Ballina is being reduced to 80 kilometres an hour.
The NSW Government’s Roads and Maritime Service decided to reduce the speed limit from 100km/hour to 80km/hour in response to complaints and requests from residents.
Lennox Head gets into the Christmas carols spirit
November 28, 2011
After rescuing the hugely successful and popular Lennox Head Carols last year by donating $5000 toward the event, the Macadamia Castle has announced that they will be the major sponsor for the 2011 event.
“We will be funding the fireworks display and also sponsoring the arrival of Santa,” said Macadamia Castle owner and Knockrow resident Tony Gilding.
“And what an arrival it will be! We can’t tell you too much but we can tell you to keep your eyes skyward.”
The Macadamia Castle will be at the Carols and will provide free Bunny Petting.
FNC competitors get ready for the Surf Life Saving NSW High Performance Program
October 19, 2011
This Friday 21 October to Sunday 23 October the best of the best Surf Life Saving NSW competitors from Under 15 to Opens will be descending on Wollongong Surf Leisure Centre and the Towradgi SLSC for the Surf Life Saving NSW High Performance Program.
Australian and State gold medalist Josh Brown (Byron Bay), Murray Thomas (Lennox Head) and Ela Heiniger (Byron Bay) have been selected to participate in the High Performance program.
The High Performance program will act as a train on squad for the NSW Interstate Team and assist the NSW Interstate athletes and their coaches win back the prestigious Interstate Title from the Queenslanders.
Elevation releases Stage Three
October 12, 2011
With final sale of all Stage 2 home sites and as a show of confidence in the coastal property market, residential land developer Urbex have announced the release of Stage 3 of their impressive Lennox Head community.
“We are very happy that Elevation has been the most sought-after and successful residential estate in Lennox Head,” said Elevation’s Garth Hudson.
“We have obviously been pleased with the response from locals, who appreciate the cooling sea breezes at the top of the hill, while still enjoying the proximity to the Lennox shops and cafes”.
The Stage 3 release is limited to ten blocks, all of which are elevated and level for easy building. “They are well-sized, being in the range of 600m² to 865m²,” said Garth Hudson.
Lots are priced from $279,000 with a wide selection under $300,000 and one 865m² corner lot at $395,000.
ICAC clears Ballina Council over Lennox Head Optus tower
October 10, 2011
Ballina Shire Council has been advised by the Independent Crime Against Corruption (ICAC) that it will be taking no further action in respect to Council’s management of the recently erected Optus tower in Basalt Court, Lennox Head.
The council said that media reports had claimed that the community group known as Worried Householders Action Against Towers (WHAAT) lodged a complaint with the Commission claiming that Council staff had acted improperly in managing the Optus Tower.
Following media reports of this complaint, Council provided information to ICAC on its handling in pursuing the community’s objections to the tower.
ICAC have subsequently advised that they will be taking no further action.
Lennox Head landslip restoration to begin soon
September 23, 2011
Work is expected to start soon to repair the landslip at Lennox Point, where a section of The Coast Road collapsed during the heavy rain deluge in January 2011 when 50 metres of the eastern road embankment collapsed.
With no other option but to temporarily close the eastern lane, Ballina Shire Council engaged geotechnical engineers who deal with road subsidence issues to assess the damage before providing remediation options.
Mayor Cr Phillip Silver stated that “Council is mindful of the impact that this lengthy lane closure has had on motorists and their travel time.
“However, the decision on restoration hinged on geotechnical reports and getting the go-ahead from the Roads and Traffic Authority.
FNC Rugby Union grand final results
September 11, 2011
Grand Finals – 10th September 2011
First Grade
Lennox Head 23 (Adam Gordon, Paul Crozier, Matt Bindon tries, Adam Gordon conversion, 2 penalty goals) d Lismore 22 (Ben Sloane 2, Stephen Hughes, Jack Pinchin tries, Matt Bermingham conversion)
Half Time: Lennox Head 13 – Lismore 10
Reserve Grade
Lismore 21 (Corey Gray, Mark Sivewright tries, Sam Flynn conversion, 3 penalty goals) d Ballina 20 (Luke Watling, Joe Jansson tries, Luke Watling 2 conversions, 2 penalty goals)
Half Time: Lismore 21 – Ballina 0
Under 19
Wollongbar Alstonville 25 (Matt Nean, Jake McIntyre, Vincent Chee, Jason Higgins tries, Jake McIntyre conversion, penalty goal) d Casino 10 (Ben Scully, Jordan Biviano tries)
Half Time: Wollongbar 5 – Casino 5
Third Grade
Lismore 13 (Dion Crethar, Stewart Edmonds tries, Rory Richardson penalty goal) d Grafton 10 (Murray Brookes, James Bindon tries)
Half Time: Lismore 10 – Grafton 10
Village
Kyogle 16 (Michael Walker try, Jarred Newton conversion, Jorden Doolan 3 penalty goals) d Yamba 12 (Cameron Fishburn, Cheyne Williebrands tries, Kris Thomsen conversion)
Half Time: Yamba 12 – Kyogle 9
Far North Coast people asked to nominate their favourite lifesaver
August 24, 2011
As we prepare for summer and those lazy weekends spent at the beach with friends and family, spare a thought for those who make it all possible – the surf lifesavers who give up their time, and sometimes even risk their lives, to make our beaches safer, happier, family-friendly places.
Nikon Australia and Surf Life Saving are urging people on the Far North Coast to nominate a local surf lifesaver for a chance to be named the first ever Nikon Clubbie of the Year.
State Government delivers changes for clubs
August 3, 2011
Member for Ballina, Don Page, says he is pleased to see yet another election commitment delivered by the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government today.
“The NSW Liberals and Nationals developed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Clubs NSW prior to the March election,” Mr Page said.
“I was pleased to sign the MOU in December last year, and even happier today to see key aspects of that commitment delivered with legislation introduced to Parliament today.”
The Gaming Machine Tax Amendment Bill reduces tax paid by registered clubs and introduces changes to the Club Community Support Scheme.
“Local clubs in the Ballina Electorate currently donate more than $5 million annually to community groups and activities, and this will increase by an additional $112,000 from September 1 this year,” Mr Page said.
The new ClubGRANTS Scheme will provide an estimated $85 million, in additional community support across NSW from registered clubs over the next four years.
“The reduction in club taxes will save clubs in the Ballina electorate more than $300,000 a year,” Mr Page said
“Clubs make a major social and economic contribution to our local communities. They provide funding to community and sporting organisations, employment opportunities and high-quality facilities that are accessible and affordable for everyone.”
The 18 clubs in the Ballina Electorate employ more than 400 people and make significant contributions to the local economy.
Under the former State Labor Government, more than 100 clubs had to shut their doors due to tax increases.
Further reforms outlined in the MOU will be announced shortly.
“When a club in a small community is forced to close, it has an enormous impact. The NSW Liberal and Nationals want to support regional and rural communities and we understand the important role that clubs play. This legislation will help support clubs both large and small,” Mr Page said.
Paul Woolford’s passion for all things fishing
July 21, 2011
Paul Woolford is keeping alive an old Aussie tradition – building your own fishing rods!
For more than 50 years Paul has been fishing and repairing rods. He eventually extended his skills into building rods from scratch.
He still lives in Lennox Head and continues providing advice on all matters related to the world of fishing.
Paul owned and operated Lennox Head Bait & Tackle for more than eight years, until 2007.
