Lismore City Council
Christmas and New Year Operating Hours
Tuesday, 20 December
We would like to provide an update on Council’s Christmas operating hours. Due to popular demand some areas have extended opening hours, this differs to what was published in the latest edition of Local Matters.- Corporate Centre - Closed from 3pm on Friday, 23 December until 8.30am on Tuesday, 3 January.
- Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre and Lismore Revolve Shop - The Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre and Lismore Revolve Shop will remain open over the Christmas break excluding public holidays. This means the facility will be closed on the following days: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, 25-27 December and Sunday and Monday, 1-2 January. Please note that waste collection will continue as normal.
- Nimbin Transfer Station - The Nimbin Transfer Station will remain open over the Christmas break excluding public holidays. This means the facility will be closed on the following days: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, 25-27 December and Sunday and Monday, 1-2 January.
- Libraries - Lismore and Goonellabah Libraries will close at 5pm on Friday, 23 December. Both Goonellabah and Lismore Libraries will reopen at 9.30am on Tuesday, 3 January.
- GSAC - The Goonellabah Sports & Aquatic Centre will remain open over the Christmas break. Closures include Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, 25-27 December and Monday, 2 January. Due to popular demand GSAC will be open on New Year’s Day from 10am-2pm.
News Updates
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Lismore Museum receives State Government fit-out grant
Thursday, 30 March 2023
The Richmond River Historical Society and Lismore Museum has received a State Government grant to help with the refit of the popular museum once the building is repaired from the February 2022 natural disaster.
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Court orders sought over Rainbow Temple
Friday, 24 March 2023
Lismore City Council has referred the Rainbow Temple in Rosebank to the Land & Environment Court after the owner repeatedly declined to submit a Development Application and associated documentation for the development.
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DA moratorium ends for flood-affected businesses
Thursday, 23 March 2023
The 12-month moratorium allowing local flood-affected businesses in Lismore to undertake like-for-like repair at their premises without the need for a Development Application or temporarily relocate their business to a new location, has now expired.
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Funding received to assist with library flood recovery
Thursday, 16 March 2023
Lismore City Council has today received $325,427 in funding from the NSW Government to help with the rebuilding of the Lismore Library.
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Council Decides: March Ordinary Council Meeting
Wednesday, 15 March 2023
The following is a list of decisions made by Councillors' at their Ordinary March meeting held on Tuesday, 14 March 2023.
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Bennett Constructions appointed as Managing Contractor
Wednesday, 08 March 2023
Lismore City Council has appointed local company, Bennett Constructions, as the Managing Contractor for the next stage of the city's recovery and rebuild.
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Well-Being Hub at Lismore Quad to support our community
Monday, 27 February 2023
From tomorrow, 28 February to Saturday, 4 March, a Well-Being Hub consisting of service providers, support services, activities and events will be located at the Lismore Quad to allow the community to talk, reflect and heal.
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Open invitation to 'From the Heart' free community concert
Thursday, 23 February 2023
On Sunday, 5 March, an outstanding line-up of Australian musical acts, including Aria award-winning country music artist Casey Barnes and country artist Amy Sheppard will perform at a very special ‘From the Heart’ free community concert at the Lismore Turf Club.
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Nimbin Gnar-Walls ripping in the hinterland
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
NIMBIN GNAR-WALLS is launching the first week of March with 4 days of skating, music and gnar factor 100!
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Legends of the Game 20 20 cricket picnic day
Thursday, 16 February 2023
On Saturday, 11 March, Local sporting icon Adam Gilchrist (Gilly), will team up with some of Australia's biggest names in cricket for a one of a kind free 20/20 cricket picnic day.
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From the Heart - a free community concert for Lismore
Thursday, 16 February 2023
On Sunday, 5 March, locals of the Lismore area are invited to a very special ‘From the Heart’ free community concert at the Lismore Turf Club.
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Occupancy rates rise as CBD gets back to business
Wednesday, 15 February 2023
With Lismore about to mark its one-year anniversary of the 28 February natural disaster, an audit of local Lismore CBD business reveals the city is on the road to recovery.
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Mr Jon Gibbons begins his new role as Lismore City Council General Manager
Friday, 10 February 2023
Mr Jon Gibbons has today taken up his role as Lismore City Council General Manager for a five-year term.
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Glass sand trial at Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre
Wednesday, 01 February 2023
Lismore City Council’s Commercial Services team is working with the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), Graham’s Concrete and Southern Cross University to trial the use of recycled crushed glass in concrete as a replacement for sand.
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2023 Australia Day Award winners announced
Monday, 30 January 2023
Sophia Watt has been named Lismore City Council's 2023 Citizen of the Year at this year's Australia Day Awards held at the Goonellabah Sports & Aquatic Centre.
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REFLECT, REBUILD Lismore - One year after the natural disaster
Thursday, 19 January 2023
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LEAP into a new career with Lismore City Council
Tuesday, 17 January 2023
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Record number of Australia Day nominations
Wednesday, 11 January 2023
Lismore City Council received a record number of nominations for this year's Australia Day Awards.
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Summer holiday entertainment at the Goonellabah Library and Lismore Pop-Up Library
Wednesday, 04 January 2023
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Waste vouchers help lighten the load this festive season
Tuesday, 03 January 2023
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Nimbin water restrictions lifted on Saturday, 24 December 2022
Friday, 23 December 2022
Lismore City Council is pleased to advise Nimbin residents that Level 3 Water Restrictions will be lifted on Saturday, 24 December.
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Nimbin water restrictions lifted on Saturday, 24 December 2022
Friday, 23 December 2022
Lismore City Council is pleased to advise Nimbin residents that Level 3 Water Restrictions will be lifted on Saturday, 24 December.
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Ending of CBD parking work zones
Thursday, 22 December 2022
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Shaded parking for the Lismore CBD
Thursday, 22 December 2022
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Christmas and New Year Operating Hours
Tuesday, 20 December 2022
We would like to provide an update on Council’s Christmas operating hours. Due to popular demand some areas have extended opening hours, this differs to what was published in the latest edition of Local Matters.
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Changes to flood-waste removal means disposal fees will apply from new year
Monday, 19 December 2022
Public Works has informed Lismore City Council that from 31 December 2022, it will no longer directly manage, or pay for the removal of flood waste.
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Final Distribution of Lismore Flood Appeal Grants
Thursday, 15 December 2022
Lismore City Council's Flood Appeal is now closed to allow the distribution of the remaining balance of donations to all eligible applicants.
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Lismore Regional Gallery wins Innovation and Resilience Award
Thursday, 15 December 2022
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GSAC pool to open on Sundays over summer
Wednesday, 14 December 2022
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Help us develop Wade Park Masterplan
Wednesday, 14 December 2022
Lismore City Council is calling for ideas from the community to develop a Masterplan for the popular Wade Park in East Lismore which was damaged by the February natural disaster.
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2023 Australia Day Award nominations extended
Tuesday, 13 December 2022
The nomination period for Lismore City Council's 2023 Australia Day Awards has been extended until Friday, 6 January 2023.
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New $3.9 million Lismore Urban Sports Precinct
Thursday, 01 December 2022
Lismore City Council has received $3.9 million in State Government funding to create a new sports precinct, including a 2300sqm skate park, in the Lismore CBD, Lismore Mayor Steve Krieg announced today.
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Statement by Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg
Wednesday, 30 November 2022
As has been reported by the media, John Walker has withdrawn his application to stay on as the General Manager of Lismore City Council past his current contract date.
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Boil Water Alert lifted for Nimbin Village
Wednesday, 30 November 2022
The Boil Water Alert for the village of Nimbin has been lifted, effective immediately.
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HART Services to provide free transport to Christmas festivities
Tuesday, 29 November 2022
HART Services are teaming up with Lismore City Council this holiday season to provide free transport to Santa’s Wonderland and Shopbaby Carols in the Heart.
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Fourth ageing wooden bridge replaced, six to go
Friday, 25 November 2022
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway and Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg today opened the new Sexton Bridge at Monaltrie which was replaced to improve safety for motorists and the community.
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Delight in all things Lismore this Christmas
Wednesday, 23 November 2022
Christmas is coming and Lismore City Council invites you to eat,, shop and be merry, and to delight in all things Lismore!
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Council expresses support for State's flood-affected communities
Thursday, 17 November 2022
Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg expressed the Council’s support for the residents in the state’s central west who are now facing major flooding events.
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Come share the Christmas spirit at Shopbaby Carols in the Heart
Thursday, 17 November 2022
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Mobile Library Recognised for Innovative Service
Thursday, 10 November 2022
The Richmond Tweed Regional Library's Mobile Library Service has won the prestigious NSW Public Libraries Association Innovation in Outreach Award for its work in the aftermath of the February natural disaster.
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MoU to build affordable housing in Lismore
Friday, 04 November 2022
Lismore City Council will enter a memorandum of understanding with Landcom and the NSW Department of Communities and Justice to build more affordable housing on Council-owned land in Lismore.
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Australia Day 2023 Award nominations now open
Thursday, 03 November 2022
Nominations for Lismore City Council's 2023 Australia Day Awards are now open.
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Concrete bridge replaces flood-damaged culvert
Monday, 31 October 2022
Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg and Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Premier Gurmesh Singh today opened the new Keerrong Road Bridge at Keerrong which was installed to replace a flood damaged culvert which was completely washed away during the March 2022 flood event.
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Parking regulations to be reintroduced at Lismore Base Hospital precinct
Friday, 14 October 2022
All day paid parking along Hunter and Dalziel Streets and time-limited parking along Weaver Street, McKenzie Street and Laurel Avenue will be re-introduced from Monday, 7 November.
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Nimbin on Level 3 Water Restrictions
Tuesday, 11 October 2022
To ensure the supply of water to Nimbin is not compromised, Council has placed the village on Level 3 water restrictions effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice. Council will also begin trucking in water.
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Have your say on Growth and Housing strategies
Tuesday, 27 September 2022
Lismore City Council is seeking community feedback on two draft plans that will guide both the location and type of housing to support growth and recovery in the coming decades, and also to ensure suitable flood-free employment land is available for economic growth.
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Upcoming road closure for Cawongla Road
Wednesday, 14 September 2022
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Nations are drawn for the Lismore Joeys Mini World Cup
Wednesday, 07 September 2022
Lismore City Council Mayor Steve Krieg joined event organisers today to take part in the 2022 Joeys Mini World Cup's Nations Draw.
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Applications open for Round Two of Flood Appeal grants
Thursday, 01 September 2022
Lismore City Council's Flood Appeal Committee has opened the second and final round of Flood Appeal Grants for residents who lost their homes and belongings due to the February natural disaster.
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Computer giveaway for flood-affected local businesses
Tuesday, 30 August 2022
Lismore City Council has more than 70 free refurbished laptops, tablets and desktop computers to give away to flood-affected local businesses.
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Reconciliation Action Plan 2022/2024 launched to promote reconciliation
Thursday, 25 August 2022
Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg today launched Council new Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) at the 2022 NAIDOC Day celebrations on Thursday, 25 August.
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Mobile Library back on the road
Monday, 15 August 2022
The Mobile Library is back on the road, providing our local communities with access to books and library services.
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Council to distribute first round of Flood Appeal grants
Friday, 12 August 2022
Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg today announced that 1,558 residents will receive a grant of $650 from the Lismore Flood Appeal.
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Lismore to host Ulysses Club AGM in 2023
Friday, 05 August 2022
Lismore Mayor Steve Kreig said Lismore will host the 39th annual Ulysses Club Annual General Meeting (AGM) in May next year.
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Third ageing wooden bridge replaced, seven to go
Wednesday, 27 July 2022
Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg today opened the new Tucki Creek Bridge at Tucki Tucki which was replaced due to safety issues.
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Grant to enhance Nimbin for residents, businesses and tourists
Friday, 15 July 2022
Nimbin will be a better place to live, work and visit, with community spaces to be revitalised as part of the NSW Government's streets as Shared Spaces funding provided to Lismore City Council.
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New webpage keeps you up to date on road repairs
Friday, 15 July 2022
Lismore City Council now has a dedicated webpage to keep the community up to date on the extensive road and bridge work repairs following the 28 February natural disaster.
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Lismore to host Joeys Mini World Cup for three years
Wednesday, 13 July 2022
More than 2000 people from across NSW and Queensland will converge on Lismore in September to take part in one of the nation's largest regional football tournaments - The Joeys Mini World Cup.
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Lismore Cemetery Friends to honour loved ones
Tuesday, 28 June 2022
Lismore City Council has launched the “Friends of the Lismore Memorial Gardens, Crematorium and Cemeteries” Program following requests from family and friends to volunteer work at Council’s cemetery sites.
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Council to undergo an organisational restructure
Tuesday, 28 June 2022
Lismore City Council will undergo a restructure to better align the organisation with the needs of the city and community, General Manager John Walker announced today
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Japanese visit to show support, grow relationship
Friday, 24 June 2022
A Japanese delegation led by the Ambassador to Australia, His Excellency Shingo Yamagami, visited Lismore City Council Chambers today to meet Mayor Steve Krieg to strengthen our sister city relationship with Yamato Takada.
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Japanese dignitaries visit to show support and grow relationship
Friday, 24 June 2022
A Japanese delegation led by the Ambassador to Australia, His Excellency Shingo Yamagami, visited Lismore City Council Chambers today to meet Mayor Steve Krieg to strengthen our sister city relationship with Yamato Takada.
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Let's Get Our Scrap Together organic waste campaign
Friday, 24 June 2022
The organic compost produced at the Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre was used yesterday to showcase the launch of an exciting region-wide organics recycling campaign.
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The Channon Market brings the hills to Lismore's CBD
Thursday, 09 June 2022
One of Australia’s oldest art and craft markets, The Channon Craft Market, will venture out of the hills and into Our Place: Lismore Pop-Up Precinct on Sunday,,12 June.
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Visit the market this weekend and discover what other businesses are open
Friday, 03 June 2022
With fine weather predicted this weekend, Lismore City Council is encouraging the community to come into the CBD this Sunday to wander once again through the Car Boot market and explore the businesses have reopened throughout the city.
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2022 Cory James Memorial Scholarship awarded
Wednesday, 01 June 2022
This National Reconciliation Week we are sharing stories of indigenous history, culture and achievement. As part of recognising and celebrating achievement within Council, this morning Council awarded the Cory James Memorial Scholarship for Indigenous staff.
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Council releases 2022 Flood Response report
Wednesday, 01 June 2022
Lismore City Council has released a report examining the impact of the 28 February natural disaster and March flood, and Council's initial response to restore basic services.
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Applications open for Lismore Flood Appeal Grants
Monday, 30 May 2022
Residents in the Lismore Government Area who were impacted by flood waters during the 28 February natural disaster can now apply for a grant from the Lismore Flood Appeal.
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Markets return to the Heart of Lismore's CBD
Tuesday, 24 May 2022
In exciting news for Lismore and surrounding districts, its two largest markets are coming to Lismore's CBD to help reactivate our local economy and sense of community.
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Have your say on Council's 2022/23 Draft Operational Plan
Wednesday, 18 May 2022
Lismore City Council’s Draft 2022-2023 Operational Plan provides the community with a clear and transparent snapshot of Council’s financial situation. It ensures the delivery of services our community needs while recovering from this year’s natural disaster events.
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Keen Street pedestrian and wheelchair-friendly footpath upgrade
Monday, 16 May 2022
The Keen Street footpath upgrade is expected to start in the coming weeks which will help revitalise the Lismore CBD. The upgrade will initially focus on the inner block between Woodlark and Magellan streets, with the finish being a lightly exposed aggregate concrete.
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What you need to know for the One From The Heart Concert
Wednesday, 11 May 2022
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New CBD Work Zones parking for tradespeople
Wednesday, 04 May 2022
Lismore City Council will introduce new Work Zones for tradespeople working in the CBD for the next six months to help with the City's reconstruction and recovery.
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Eat the Street Festival 2022 cancelled due to flood damage
Tuesday, 03 May 2022
It is with regret that Lismore's iconic Eat the Street Festival, scheduled for later this month, has been cancelled due to the extensive flood-damage to much of the CBD's infrastructure and many CBD businesses.
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Starting the discussion: How to build back better
Monday, 02 May 2022
Today Lismore City Council released a discussion paper that presents some broad brushstrokes for how Lismore can build back better. Some of the options identified include:
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Lismore Flood Fund granted ATO tax deductibility
Friday, 29 April 2022
The Lismore Flood Fund has reached another milestone with the Australian Tax Office (ATO) granting the fund tax deductibility status.
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One from the Heart: A free concert for the people of the Lismore Region
Wednesday, 27 April 2022
To celebrate the resilience and lift the spirits of the Lismore Community, Lismore City Council, Chugg Entertainment and Helium will stage a free concert – ONE FROM THE HEART.
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New coordination body to lead flood rebuilding effort
Tuesday, 19 April 2022
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Lismore Flood Fund passes $1 million mark
Wednesday, 13 April 2022
The Lismore Flood Fund has now raised more than a million dollars from donations received from across Australia and overseas. Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg thanked everyone who had donated to help get flood survivors back on their feet.
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Boiling Water Alert for Nimbin rural water line
Friday, 08 April 2022
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New scholarship and work shirt pay tribute to Cory James
Wednesday, 18 November 2020
Lismore City Council Acting General Manager Peter Jeuken today unveiled Council’s new Indigenous work shirt in memory of Cory James and announced Malcolm Saunderson as the inaugural recipient of the Cory James Memorial Scholarship.
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Council scholarship in memory of Cory James
Monday, 09 November 2020
Lismore City Council has established an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Scholarship Program in memory of the late Cory James, a young Indigenous Council employee who passed away last year.
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Return and Earn bulk collection centre reopens
Wednesday, 29 April 2020
The Return and Earn bulk collection centre at the Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre in Wyrallah Road has reopened today, 29 April, with new COVID-19 safety measures in place.
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Sister City to light up Lantern Parade during historic visit
Friday, 15 June 2018
Visitors from Lismore’s Sister City Yamato Takada, Japan will walk in the Lismore Lantern Parade next week for the first time in history. The delegates are here to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the Sister City relationship between Lismore and Yamato Takada, which began in 1963 and was the first ever Sister City relationship between Australia and Japan.
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