Community Newsletter

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2020

Part of the bush foods mural painted on the Norman Johnston Oval amenities building at by local artist Rebecca Tapscott, assisted by Uncle Cedric Walker and Marion Conrow as part of the funding for NSW Government Stronger Country Communities Project.

REVERSE COMMUNITY ROAD NAME WHAT’S ON In this FROM THE VENDING GRANTS SUGGESTIONS AT THE LIBRARY MAYOR MACHINE AWARDED NEEDED ROXY NEWS ISSUE - 2 - - 3 - - 4 - - 5 - - 6 - - 7 -

$5 MILLION FOR Clarence Way project

The Clarence Way between Wooden- bong and Urbenville will be rebuilt as part of a $5million project jointly funded by Council and the Federal Govern- ment. Council will receive $2 million through the Federal Government’s Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program to up- grade the 9.75km section of the Clarence Way. Council will put up the remaining $3 million. Mayor Cr Danielle Mul- holland described the funding announce- ment as great news for Clarence Way communities and thanked Member for Member for Page Kevin Hogan, centre, Kyogle Councillor Earle Grundy, right, and Richmond Range Rugby Page Kevin Hogan for putting his support Club president Alex Gibbon at the club’s Mallanganee grounds which has received a $130,000 Federal behind the project. Government grant to upgrade lighting at the oval. The grant was part of a suite of grants totaling $4.55 “Council has been lobbying very hard million which Mr Hogan announced for Kyogle Council. for funding for the Clarence Way and we are pleased to receive this money to ad- to Urbenville and are tivity and activate tourism in the commu- dress part of the road’s problems from hopeful a $33 million grant application nities on this route. Urbenville to Woodenbong,” Cr Mulhol- we have submitted to State Government “I’d like to recognise Kevin Hogan for land said. will be successful. his representations for us in this matter “We will continue to lobby for funding “Meanwhile, this $5 million investment and thank the Federal Government for to upgrade the Clarence Way from the in the Clarence Way will improve connec- Continued page 2

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from the Mayor ...

I would like to thank all the residents funding comes from external Well it’s been a very full month again who contacted me to advise about the grants which are normally tied to a with some easing of restriction around issues with the splash park and toddlers project. If you have a genuine com- the border bubble with alt- pool at the Kyogle pool precinct. As soon plaint about your road, bridge or other as we realised that a problem existed, issues, please send an email to coun- hough at the time of writing this column the area was closed and I’m pleased to [email protected] and the appropri- you still need a border pass to enter advise that it’s now fixed and everything ate action will be taken. Queensland and yes – the Lions Road is operational again. Council does it’s If you want an answer to a question, crossing is still closed. Council is taking best to respond when we are aware of a please just ask me. I will always tell you advantage of the closure with some sig- significant problem and this was one that the truth, even if it isn’t what you want to we were able to address relatively quick- nificant works being carried out between hear and I will give you the reasons as to ly. I hope everyone is happy with the the Border Loop lookout and the Queens- why it can, or can’t, be done. If it can be land border. response. done, I will do my utmost to make it hap- One point that I mentioned on my Despite all the disruption in people’s pen but remember you won’t always get Facebook page but I’ll mention here lives, the everyday business of council the answer you want. briefly for any who may have missed it, is continues although with a more “zoom” that recent bouts of social isolation Since my last column, the State Govern- element for me at least. seems to have created an environment ment has officially opened the new $48M A number of you have contacted me where people have become bored and bridge at although the final fate regarding the occasional closure of the frustrated, which has manifested itself of the old one is yet to be decided. A waste facility in Runnymede Road. I into a focus on what people want and number of people in the area want it to stay. A meeting was held last week with know it’s an inconvenience but it’s not what they believe they need rather than Minister Paul Toole, our local state mem- Council’s doing in this case. Essential what is best for the community. I’d like ber Janelle Saffin, Graeme Smith from the Energy is upgrading infrastructure in the to be able to give everybody everything Chauvel Foundation, and interested local area and so power supply interruptions they want from Council but that takes stakeholders. The ball is firmly in the have occurred. When we know this is money, no one wants to pay higher rates, State Government’s court. going to happen we promote it through budgets are limited and works take Council’s website and Facebook page, so time. I know we have quite a number of new if you are planning to visit the facility, it Running a Council is like running a residents to the area and I say to you and may be prudent to check the website first household budget - we have a set others - welcome! or give them a call on 6632 3002 to en- amount of money to spend on Until next time sure the facility is open. I thank you in things. 23% of our revenue comes from advance for your understanding. rates. That means almost 80% of our Cr Danielle Mulholland

gan on Tuesday 29 September. Infrastructure Program which facing of one of the tennis FOUR MORE Other grants announced un- will include: courts and carparking on the der the Bridge Renewal Pro- • $280,000 to upgrade Bonal- Recreation Reserve at Old new bridges gram were: bo BMX track to an asphalt Bonalbo. From page 1 • $1,148,083 under the Bridge pump track and replace and • $130,000 to upgrade sports Renewal Program to replace upgrade sports ground light- oval lighting at Mallanganee recognising how much we three bridges on Capeen ing. • $78,000 for Anzac Park for an need this funding.” Creek Road - Council will • $181,156 to refurbish exist- additional barbecue at skate Work to rebuild the Clarence match the grant dollar for ing amenities, pathway at park shelter, additional light- Way between Woodenbong dollar rear of pool and upgrade ing for park facilities and and Urbenville is due to start • $387,745 under the Bridge BMX track to an asphalt shade sail over existing play- after the Christmas break and Renewal Program to replace pump track in Woodenbong. ground, Kyogle. is expected to take 10 months the Collins Valley Road • $170,000 for new disabled • $25,000 to the Kyogle and to complete. bridge at Lynches Creek - amenities building, construc- District Historical Museum to The funds for the Clarence Council will match the grant tion of an asphalt pump track construct an additional stor- Way were part of a suite of dollar for dollar with landscaping and tree age area for museum and Federal Government grants for • Council will also receive just planting in Tabulam. Historical Society collections Kyogle Council valued at $4.55 over $1 million under the • $160,000 for improvements at existing Museum building million announced by Mr Ho- Local Roads and Community to multi-purpose area, resur- site.

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Reverse vending machine OPERATIONAL

The new Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) is now open at the Kyogle Landfill Facility for customers wishing to recycle cans and bottles for a 10c refund under the NSW Government’s Return and Earn Scheme. As reported in the June Community The myTOMRA app is available free from Newsletter, TOMRA, the operators of the either the Apple or Google store. Scheme, agreed to provide our community with a RVM at no cost to Council, in recog- nition of our early adoption and continued support of the Scheme. myTOMRA App. Before using the RVM ly include OzHarvest, Beyond Blue and The RVM will provide the community for the first time, download the App for The Salvation Army. Past partners have with a more cost-effective way to obtain your device from your app store (Apple/ included Buy A Bale, Wildlife Rescue Aus- refunds under the scheme while doing Google) and log in using an existing tralia and Cans for Koalas which collected their bit to help our environment. Paypal account or create a myTOMRA funds to help our native wildlife recover The RVM is quick and easy to use. account. Once set up, you’ll receive a from the recent bushfires. There are four deposit points – two for personalised barcode which you scan at Local not-for-profit organisations, glass and two for cans and plastic bottles the machine before starting your ses- schools, sporting groups, charities and – so up to four people can drop off their sion. Your refund will be automatically community groups can also apply to be- containers at a time. transferred to your Paypal account which come a local donation partner. Your session starts automatically when can be used for online purchases or Alternatively, these groups can use the you place your first container in the ma- transferred to your nominated bank ac- RVM to fundraise for their organisation by chine. Gently place your containers one at count. The app also makes recycling setting up their own fundraising barcode. a time into the mouth of the machine. The convenient and fun – you can earn This allows anyone returning containers to kiosk will scan the container and transport badges and track how much you’ve recy- a RVM to donate funds to your organisa- it along a conveyor belt into the machine. cled by completing different challenges. tion by simply scanning your barcode at If you do it incorrectly, don’t worry! The You can also view your recycling history, the start of their session and funds are machine will stop and give you instruc- and check RVM opening hours. Using the directed to your Paypal account. tions on what you need to do to recom- app also means you’ll be helping the Information on becoming a local dona- mence your session. The machine will also environment even more by going paper- tion partner or setting up a fundraising tell you if you are trying to recycle a con- less. barcode is available at https:// tainer that isn’t eligible for a refund. 2. Print a paper voucher which can be re- returnandearn.org.au/fundraising/. You can view an instructional video on deemed for cash at the weighbridge The opening of the RVM does mean that using the machine at YouTube (https:// station. the manual return point will be closing on www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTLYig7ukT4). Alternatively you can choose to donate Thursday, 26 November, 2020. Until this You can claim your refund in two ways: your refund to a charity partner. Charity date, you can still make an appointment to 1. The quickest and easiest way is via the partners are rotated regularly and current- return your containers via the manual col- lection point by calling 02 6632 3002 be- tween 8am – 12pm, Monday – Friday. Council wishes to thank all community members who have supported the manual return point during its three years of oper- ation and all the staff who provided a great service during this time. Council hopes you will keep up your efforts to recycle and in doing so, help us reduce impacts on our environment. The RVM is located next to the weigh- bridge at the Kyogle Landfill Facility and will be open during Landfill opening hours.

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COMMUNITY GRANTS awarded to organisations, individuals Kyogle Council has approved grant funding applications totaling almost $52,000 for community groups and individuals. The grants under the Community Assistance fund and residual Bushfire Recovery and Drought Communities funds were approved at the October Council meeting. Groups and individuals to be funded under Community Assis- tance grants were: Woodenbong Community Coffee Group, $1,000 to repair the coffee van; Kyogle Bushwalkers Club, $1,000 to pur- chase a satellite phone and first aid kit; Collins Creek Public School Parents and Citizens Association, $1,000 to design and install a large sign in front of the school; Independent Community Association, $1,300 to provide training to people across Kyogle LGA to develop writing skills suitable for publica- tion; Rotary Club of Kyogle, $1,000 to replace computer; Wadeville Reserve Land Manager/Hanging Rock Hall, $2,622.40 for plants for ceremonial garden; Bonalbo SOS Progress Association, $1,000 to purchase large Christmas decorations; West of the Range Pony Club, $1,000 to upgrade cross country course; Bonalbo Community Men’s Shed, $1,000 to purchase tools; CWA Kyogle Evening Branch, $1,000 to fund Safe Food Handling Practice training for new tractor and mulcher; Bonalbo and District Memorial Hall, members; Soldiers Memorial Hall, $1,000 for audio $3,289 to install air conditioning in the hall; Kyogle Landcare, visual equipment; Bonalbo and District Community Hall, $900 for $1,000 to upgrade gardens along Fawcett Creek walking track be- Patrick McNamee Park garden beds and rose garden; Louisa John- low caravan park; Kyogle Fishing Club, $1,000 to restock bass fin- son Centre, $1,000 to provide secure space to store goods, replace gerlings to Toonumbar Dam; Kyogle Landcare Group Inc, $1,000 to doors and locks, purchase COVID-19 requirements; Kyogle Karate purchase propagation heating mat, sensor and misting equipment; Club auspicing Woodenbong Dojo, $1,000 to purchase steel locka- Bonalbo Garden Club, $1,000 to fund a horticultural specialist to ble storage cabinets; Kyogle Family Support Services, $1,000 to talk at bi-annual Green Thumbs Day; Jodie Harris, $500 to estab- erect signage for Foodbank; Kyogle Football Club, $1,400 for fixed lish a Kyogle Wedding and Events directory. aluminium seating at the high school sports fields; Bonalbo Artists’ Community grants approved and funded with residual Drought Alliance, $400 to display artworks, tables and social media activi- Communities funds were awarded to: Woodenbong War Memorial ties; Border Ranges Riding Club, $1,000 for club insurance costs; Hall Trust, $5,000 to repair and restore hall kitchen and server; Kyogle Bowling Club, $2,500 to change lighting in club to energy Collins Creek Public Hall Committee, $5,000 to solve problem with saving fittings; Grevillia Hall Committee, $1,000 to cover insurance acoustics in the hall. costs; Kyogle Golf Club, $2,500 enhance clubhouse facilities; Jubal Meanwhile, applications for event funding from the Muli Warri- Aboriginal Co-op, $500 for clearing rubbish after bushfire; Kyogle ors, Kyogle Tidy Towns and Kyogle Country Music Association have Pony Club, $1,000 ground hire and update and maintain equip- been given the green light by Council staff under delegated au- ment; Community Centre and Pre-school, urgent repairs; thority. Friends of Ettrick Hall, $1,000 four wall fans; Bonalbo Rural Fire The Muli Warriors will receive $5,000 towards the running of the Brigade, $1,00o for air conditioner for training/operations room; 2021 Battle of the Tribes series and Kyogle Tidy Towns have been Kidz Space – Vera Walker, $500 children’s games/toys; Marion granted $3,000 to fund the 2021 Summerland Giant Pumpkin and Conrow $500 to upgrade video still filming equipment. Watermelon Festival. Community grants approved and funded with residual Federal The Kyogle Country Music Association will use the $1,000 it was Bushfire Recovery funds included: Woodenbong Reserve Land granted to market/promote its 40th anniversary event which will be Manager (Showground), $3,000 to cover the balance of the cost of held over the 2021 October long weekend.

Council to recognise the past 40 years. tickets or as a centre drop off or collection Mrs Noonan, first as manager of the Star point for event programs and entries. She LOCAL WOMAN Office Supplies Store and then as owner of also volunteered her time in managing the the store she renamed Gateway Office sale of tickets and receipting ticket monies. Kyogle Council will present a framed Supplies, provided generous and unstinting Council unanimously resolved to present certificate of appreciation to retired Kyogle support to local events, sporting clubs and the certificate of appreciation to Mrs business woman Kay Noonan in recognition community organisations. Noonan on the back of the notice of motion of her support of Kyogle and district That support included offering her shop as from Cr Robert Dwyer. community organisations and events over the point of sale for raffle tickets, event

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DOG ATTACKS a park, it must be on a lead and you must are on the increase keep hold of the lead at all times. Over that last three months there has been You also need to be aware that if your dog a significant increase reported dog attacks in attacks a person or another animal in a the Kyogle area. public place, and it causes injury, even from As a result, three dogs have been declared a single nip or bite, your dog can be as dangerous or menacing under the declared to be a dangerous or menacing Companion Animals Act 1998 (the Act). dog. In all instances, reported attacks have Such declarations place substantial resulted from dogs roaming or being additional responsibilities on you as the unrestrained in a public place. owner of the dog including keeping your dog Everyone in our community has the right in a secure enclosure at all times, ensuring to enjoy our public places without feeling your dog wears a muzzle, erecting signage intimidated or inconvenienced by on your property to warn visitors and unrestrained dogs. ensuring your dog does not interact with a lead when in a public place. If you are the owner of a pet dog you need children - which can be particularly If everyone does the right thing, we can to be aware that you are required by law to distressing if your dog is a family pet. ensure our community and our pets remain ensure that your dog is not able to escape Such requirements remain in place for a safe and happy. from your property. minimum 12 months and until such time as If you require further information about You can do this by ensuring your yard or the owner can demonstrate their dog has your responsibilities as a pet owner you can garden is securely fenced, erecting an been rehabilitated by passing a behavioural find a range of information on the NSW enclosure or dog run on a portion of your assessment conducted by a trained Office of Local Government website property, or restraining your dog on a chain, professional. (www.olg.nsw.gov.au). cord or leash. Council urges all pet owners to take their Alternatively, contact Council’s Planning If you do take your dog to a public place, responsibilities seriously and ensure their and Environmental Services Department on for example, walking your dog or taking it to dog is securely kept on their property and on 02 6632 1611.

Road, bridge works the initial seal of Lynches Creek Road completed in early Octo- and once the stormwater pipes Road between the intersection ber, and Eden Creek completed are installed, road pavement ON TRACK with Collins Valley Road and at the end of the month. work will be carried out. Campbell Bridge. Construction of the Dyraaba Council will also be carrying Great progress is being made Both roads remain open with Station No.2 bridge replacement out urban road works in Bonalbo on two road projects partially the works being carried out un- on Dyraaba Road was completed during November including the funded through the State Gov- der traffic control and Council at the end of October. reconstruction of sections of ernment’s Fixing Local Roads thanks residents and visitors for Work on the new Lockharts High Street, road widening and program. their patience during the recent Bridge, also on Dyraaba Road reinstatement of the pedestrian Council is taking advantage of road closure of Lynches Creek will commence in early Novem- crossing on Woodenbong Road, the temporary decrease in traffic Road which enabled construction ber and is expected to be com- and sealing the access road and volume caused by the border of a concrete cattle crossing. pleted around the end of 2020. carparks at Norman Johnston closure at Running Creek Road in Another Fixing Local Roads Bridge piling works will be Park. Queensland to carry out work on project will commence in No- carried out in November at Lions Road where we are carry- vember. Dunns Road and Yabbra Road in ing out pipe replacements and Rehabilitation will be carried readiness for bridge replace- road rehabilitation. out on Tabulam Road from Tabu- ments. Work has also commenced on lam to the intersection with Jack- Construction of a new bridge sons Flat Road. Work will contin- has commenced over Richmond ue through November and De- River on Ferndale Road. Council cember with the road remaining is modifying the existing bridge open under traffic control. abutments for construction of a Council’s bridge to pipes pro- new bridge. gram replaces small timber Council will begin the upgrade bridges with concrete culverts of Walters Street, Kyogle in No- with the aim of reducing money vember, commencing with spent on bridge maintenance. stormwater improvements. Recent bridge to pipes replace- A power pole has been relocat- ments have been on Rogers ed to allow Council to excavate

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Public input sought on comes off the main thoroughfare, ROAD NAMES heading downhill • Wandi Court (Bundjalung mean- Council is seeking comment from ing to climb or go up) for the the public on the naming roads road that comes off the main currently under construction as thoroughfare, leading uphill part of the Kyogle Views residen- along a ridgeline, with southern tial housing estate. views The names listed below were Anyone wishing to make a sub- proposed by the property develop- mission to Council on the naming er and their use and spelling has of any or all of the roads may do so been endorsed by the Gugin in writing to Kyogle Council, PO Guddaba Local Aboriginal Land Box 11, Kyogle, NSW 2474 or email Council. to [email protected] by • Yarraman Drive (Bundjalung word 4pm Wednesday, 2 December, for horse) for the main thorough- 2020. fare in the subdivision, connect- A report containing submissions ing with Runnymede Road received will be presented to the • Nalawa Court (Bundjalung mean- December meeting of Council. ing to hunt, look for) for road that NORTH OF 19 Year 12 students from Kyogle High School will be exhibiting their final year assessment art works in a curated exhibition at the Roxy Gallery beginning on November 11 and running through until December 6 2020 . This year has thrown many challenges into study for students and what they started a year off thinking to do had to be rethought into what may or may not take place, but with credit to this group of students they have completed their the event but also for showing final year body of work and are ready to share their achievements. the film daily throughout the BIG SCREEN In 2019, while undertaking year 11, students and art teachers school holidays. from the Kyogle High School approached the gallery director to debut for local film She also thanked Mr Forwood organise an opportunity for these students to exhibit in 2020 with The cast and crew of the short for giving the Drama In a Rural their final year art works. This class was showing great creative film Paws for Thought gathered Town (DIRT) students such an potential and the school really thought it would be very encourag- to see their film on the big amazing opportunity. ing for them to have an exhibition deadline to work towards as screen in The Australian Cine- “Without the support of our part of their final year. Credit to both students and teachers this matography Museum cinema at two local councils and the Casi- became a reality and in some ways it is the icing on their cakes as the Kyogle Cinemas complex no RSM Club’s sponsorship, VHP school for most students this year has been very different and last month. would not have been able to challenging. Along with stars Blossom continue the DIRT classes this “North of 19”is the title the students have given to this exhibi- Hodson-Schneider, Josh Mac- year,” Ms Zito said. tion which reflects going up, moving forward from a year that will donald and Katie Zeiler, pictured “We are very grateful for all not be forgotten, where the number 19 links to what has been above, cinema owner Richard their support, including being connected to the initial idea of having an exhibition and Covid 19 Harris welcomed Kyogle Deputy here today. has impacted on the path their final year of studies has tak- Mayor John Burley, General “This is a great example of en. Included in this exhibition will be works from students who Manager of Richmond Valley communities – individuals, have undertaken study in the fine arts and technical arts areas. Council Vaughn Macdonald, businesses and local councils – filmmaker Rex Forwood, crew uniting to provide opportunities member Ben Radic, and produc- for our young people. er Lynette Zito to the cinemas Such collaboration is needed for the screening. now more than ever, with so Ms Zito, President and Artistic many other possibilities una- Director of Village Hall Players vailable because of COVID-19 (VHP), thanked Mr Harris for his restrictions.” generosity in not only hosting

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LIBRARY Tech help news The group meets on the third Tuesday of Free 15 or 30 minute Tech Savvy ses- the month at 10.30am. sions are available one on one at Kyogle library. Contact Kyogle library on 6632 Jigsaw puzzles Monthly playdough play time 1134 for all bookings and further details. Jigsaws are now available to borrow For preschool-aged children with a carer. from Kyogle library. Drop-in and check out Photography Competition Kyogle Library – 10.30 to 11am, beginning Our Digital Perspective is a monthly pho- the colourful collection. Thursday 22 October 2020, then every to competition held on our Facebook page. 3rd Thursday of the month. Congratulations to Jackson Whitney whose Seed library Create Make Share to resume entry was voted as the Annual Champion in Take advantage of the glorious weather the 2019-20 comp! We look forward to welcoming you back and head into the garden with a selection The new theme for this month is ‘Free to our Create Make Share program which of free Spring seeds available from the Choice’. Send in your entries by midnight resumes this month with the popular seed library. on Saturday 31 October to be in the run- Countdown to Christmas. Sessions will be The library also is still accepting seed ning. Email them to enquir- strictly limited to six participants with donations to further grow the seed library. [email protected] or send as hand sanitising and social distancing re- This month we have the following quired. a Facebook private message. programs running. We will require you to wear a mask Please note that bookings are essential where one on one assistance is required for all of the programs, due to physical and a tool kit will be distributed to each distancing regulations. Phone Kyogle Li- participant to minimise sharing of re- brary for bookings and further details 6632 sources. 1134. Kyogle Library • 12 to 1.30pm, Tuesday 27 October Book discussion group • 10.30-12 Noon, Tuesday 10 November The monthly Book Discussion Group at • 10.30-12 Noon, Tuesday 24 November Kyogle library has resumed with Covid restrictions.

Community Attention all artists Have you got Entry forms for the Calendar Summerland Giant Your EOI in? Pumpkin and Watermel- Farmers Market on Festival’s Still Life ‘Change Is In The Wind’ is the title The Kyogle Farmers Art Competition are due given to the final exhibition at the Market is held on Satur- by 1 December 2020. Roxy Gallery for 2020 which will see day mornings in The theme for this the new year of 2021 in. Each year Stratheden Street, year’s competition is the Roxy Gallery offers opportunity Kyogle (between the Fairies in the Melon to people living in our region to and Patch. participate in a group exhibition. the library). Cash prizes are up for Like the classic Licorice Allsorts To book a stall phone grabs: exhibitions run by the gallery over Rupert on 0407 506 548 • 5-12 years, $50 the years this exhibition provides or Anne on 6632 1851. • 13-18 years, $150 creatives with an opportunity to get • Senior (19+), $500. their works out into the public Bonalbo market Entry forms area avail- domain along with experience the A market is held at the able from the Roxy Gal- process entailed in presenting Bonalbo Community lery, Scarboroughs and artwork for exhibit. Expressions of hall and grounds on the Amanda’s Hair and Interest forms need to be submitted first Sunday of every Beauty in Kyogle and for entry into this exhibition by month from 10am to from the Heartland of- November 23 and they can be 1pm. fice in Casino. collected from the Roxy Gallery Tables cost $5 – just For further infor- front desk or email come along at 9.30am mation, contact Joan on [email protected] on the day. 6633 9143.

7 Project aims to eradicate HONEY LOCUST Landholders are being urged to keep a lookout for the Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos), an extremely invasive species, pictured right, that can smother pastures and native vegetation. It has long, very sharp needle-like spikes covering the trunk and the limbs. These spikes have been known to cause injury to humans and livestock and punc- ture car and tractor tyres. reduction in this weed. The tree grows up to 30m tall and has In early 2020, Kyogle Landcare and the creamy yellow flowers in the spring that Border Ranges Richmond Landcare Net- develop into 20-30cm long flat brown/ work tackled stands of Honey Locust in the black pods. Kyogle area. These pods are very visible during the This project has been made possible winter when the tree loses its leaves. through funding from Rous County Council, With limited distribution in the region, North Coast Local Land Services and the this weed is listed as a ‘containment’ spe- Department of Primary Industries. Locust in the Collins Creek, Findon Creek cies under the North Coast Regional Stra- If you have found this weed and live in and Ettrick areas. tegic Weed Management Plan. the Richmond River catchment in Kyogle Please contact sustaina- In 2014/2015 a control project treated a LGA, you are eligible for assistance to have [email protected] or call the Landcare core infestation of Honey Locust in the it treated. office in Kyogle on 6632 3722 for further Kyogle area and achieved a significant There have been recent reports of Honey information.

Council contact and info Council MEETINGS

The next Ordinary Council meeting will be held on Monday 9 RECYCLING FACILITIES November 2020 at 5pm. Ordinary meetings are held on the second All Council waste facilities have recycling capabilities Monday of every month except January. Meetings start at 5pm and are (if separated) and can recover oil, paper, cardboard, steel, held at the Kyogle Council Chambers, 1 Stratheden Street, Kyogle. The aluminium, glass, and plastic at no charge. first item of general business is Public Forum, which provides an op- portunity for the public to speak to Council on items of business to be The waste facility hours of operation are: considered at the meeting. To request to speak at Public Forum, you Kyogle: 7.30am-12pm Monday to Friday should contact Council—email [email protected] or phone 9am-4pm Saturday & Sunday 6632 1611—by midday on the Friday preceding the meeting. Woodenbong: Tuesday & Saturday 9am-4pm REGIONAL ROADS INFORMATION Bonalbo: Wednesday & Saturday 9am-4pm Mallanganee: Thursday & Sunday 9am-4pm www.myroadinfo.com.au

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