Lismore buyback families get first dibs on 19 new lots at East Lismore, with sales tipped to open before the year is out.
Kate Fitzgerald
Posted inCommunity development, Consultations and feedback, Lismore
Lismore gets its say on 70 hectares of flood buyback land
They were once family homes. Now 70 hectares of Lismore flood buyback land needs a new future, and it could become parks, playing fields, or commercial spaces. Here’s how to have your say.
Posted inAwards, North Coast, Northern Rivers
Northern Rivers and North Coast projects recognised in NSW resilience awards
Northern Rivers and North Coast initiatives have been recognised for strengthening disaster preparedness, mental health support and community resilience.
Posted inEmergency management, Housing, Lismore, NSW Politics, Regional Development
Northern Rivers rebuild delivers first homes, unlocks flood-free land
Four relocated homes are in. Seventy-six more lots are coming. The Northern Rivers rebuild is picking up pace, and officials say it’s changing lives on the ground.
Posted inHousing, Lismore
Draft masterplan unveiled for 500 flood-resilient homes in East Lismore
More than 500 flood-resilient homes could rise on the old Southern Cross University site at East Lismore. The draft masterplan is out, and locals have until 16 August to have their say.
Posted inBallina
Ballina plays host as regional leaders tackle the big issues facing the bush
State ministers, mayors and regional leaders descended on Ballina last week for a major regional meeting. From bridge duplications to the Big Prawn, see what delegates got to explore.
Posted inGoonellabah, Housing
Flood-free homes and land finally within reach for Lismore buyback residents
Flood-free land and renovated heritage homes are now on sale at Goonellabah’s Mount Pleasant estate, and locals get first choice.
Posted inFlood, Regional Development
New uses confirmed for flood buyback land across Northern Rivers
Flood buyback land across the Northern Rivers could soon become parks, community hubs and environmental projects under a major overhaul of the Resilient Homes Program.
Posted inLismore
More space unlocked for Lismore Showground after flood buybacks
The Lismore Showground will gain new parking and event space after the NSW Government moved to repurpose nearby flood-affected properties.