Tag: Richmond Valley Council
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SALEYARDS NOT FOR SALE, COUNCIL SAYS
Richmond Valley Council has rejected claims it’s looking to sell the Casino saleyards. It follows a community meeting earlier this week, in which concerns about the site’s future were raised. General Manager, Vaughn Macdonald, says council is currently considering two options – a $14-million re-development, or a $7-million upgrade. In either case, he says the saleyards…
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MACDONALD TO FILL GM ROLE AT RICHMOND VALLEY
Richmond Valley Council has a new General Manager. Council’s Chief Operating Officer, Vaughan Macdonald will take on the role. He says he’s focused on improving council’s services for residents. Mr Macdonald replaces former General Manager, John Walker, who stepped down last year. (AUDIO IN PARTS)
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STATE GOVERNMENT SEEKS FEEDBACK ON IRON GATES PROPOSAL
Community feedback on the controversial proposed Iron Gates development at Evans Head, is once again being sought. Draft plans for the subdivision have already been approved by Richmond Valley Council following a similar process. Now the Department of Planning and Environment is putting the proposal on display. Residents have until the end of the month to…
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RICHMOND VALLEY VOTES TO ‘KEEP OPTIONS OPEN’
Despite being declared fit to stand alone by IPART, Richmond Valley Council has indicated it would be open to amalgamating with nearby councils. Its offer is contingent on certain conditions being met by the state government, so residents aren’t left worse off.
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RICHMOND VALLEY COUNCIL CEO STEPS DOWN
Richmond Valley Council CEO John Walker has announced he will step down in late January. Mr Walker, who’s been in the role for four years, is returning to Western Australia to be closer to his children and grandchildren. He’ll become the CEO of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Council. The announcement comes amidst ongoing discussions concerning a proposed merger…
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SHARK SIRENS TO BE INSTALLED AT EVANS HEAD
An early warning shark siren system will be installed at Evans Head this week. It comes after a local surfer was attacked at the popular spot in July.