town · 6 meetings
Bega
Mentions
- Preferred site for the early education and care centre expansion.
- Council headquarters and site of the new police station and pool renewal tender.
- Proposed roof update for Bega saleyards and meeting location.
- Bega Bore Field land acquisition and Bega District Band water charge matter.
- ANZAC Day road closures approved; subdivision at 88 Kerrisons Lane noted; Bunyarra Drive property sale decision made.
- New memorandum of understanding to support the Bega Littleton Citizens Exchange program.
Decisions
Children's services expansion at Bega hospital site
Council decided to continue progressing a 118-place early education and care centre on the South East Regional Hospital site in Bega and to publicly share that site as the preferred expansion location. The item was dealt with confidentially but the preferred site and project direction were noted in the public resolution.
Could increase early childhood education capacity for families in Bega.
Bega Valley watermains renewal/upgrade contract variation
Council accepted a confidential recommendation and amended an earlier resolution relating to the watermains renewal/upgrade contract variation.
May affect local water infrastructure works and delivery scheduling.
No waiver for Bega Police Station hoarding fees
Council decided not to waive outstanding use of public land fees for the new Bega Police Station, stating a waiver would shift costs to local ratepayers, and asked the local MP to advocate for the NSW Government to pay the fees.
Protects council revenue but means the police station project does not get a local fee concession.
Adopted draft Wolumla Local Infrastructure Contribution Plan
Council adopted the draft Bega Valley Local Infrastructure Contribution Plan 2026-2041 as exhibited and directed it be published on the website.
Sets infrastructure contribution settings that can affect future development costs and local infrastructure funding, including around Wolumla.
Bega Bore Field land acquisition advanced
Council decided to seek the required land interest within Lot 1 DP 601304, Bega for water supply bore infrastructure associated with the Bega Bore Field, preferring negotiated agreement first and allowing compulsory acquisition later if agreement cannot be reached in a reasonable timeframe.
This is a significant step for future water supply infrastructure in Bega, while keeping negotiation with the landowner as the preferred path.
No extra waiver granted for Bega District Band water charges
Council rejected a proposal to offset the Band’s water and sewer access charges through annual financial assistance, and instead resolved to keep the existing charging framework, encourage fee-for-service income, and prepare a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bega District Band.
This confirms Council’s current policy for non-rateable community organisations and means no additional charge waiver was approved for the Band building.
Disaster recovery grading works contract awarded
Council accepted a tender from A W Dummett Pty Ltd for DRFA grading works at various sites around Bega Valley Shire for $253,993 including GST, with the CEO delegated to execute documents and approve variations within budget.
Supports restoration of road and related infrastructure at multiple locations across the shire after disaster impacts.
ANZAC Day 2026 traffic changes approved
Council adopted Local Traffic Forum recommendations approving traffic arrangements and temporary road closures for ANZAC Day events in Bega, Bemboka and Tathra on 25 April 2026, and endorsed use of the Chandos Street bus stop in Eden for cruise ship operations.
Residents should expect temporary road closures, event traffic management and transport changes on ANZAC Day and during cruise operations in Eden.
Bega property sale to proceed in 2027
Council resolved to proceed with the sale of Lot 3 DP240604, 17-19 Bunyarra Drive, Bega, indicatively in February 2027 to recover outstanding rates and charges.
Confirms planned sale action on a rate-debt property in Bega.
Affordable Housing Strategy progress noted
Council noted progress made in implementing the Bega Valley Shire Affordable Housing Strategy from 1 July to 31 December 2025.
Signals continued council work on local housing affordability, though no new measures were adopted at this meeting.
Bega–Littleton exchange program MOU delegated
Council delegated authority to the Chief Executive Officer to enter into a new memorandum of understanding with the Bega Littleton Citizens Exchange group to support the exchange program.
Maintains support for the local exchange program linked to Bega.
Topics
Bega War Memorial Swimming Pool renewal tender accepted subject to funding
Council accepted the recommended tender for the pool renewal design work, with execution contingent on confirmation from the grant funding body.
The Bega pool project can proceed towards renewal if grant funding is confirmed.
Bega saleyards roof update expected
In response to a question, staff advised a report on the proposed roof for the Bega saleyards will come to council at the end of the month.
People connected to saleyards operations can expect a further public update soon.
Public forum advocacy on major items
Council heard speakers for and against the Wallagoot quarry proposal and a speaker supporting a waiver of water connection charges for the Bega Town Band Building.
Community input directly informed debate on two issues with local planning and community facility implications.
Subdivision approval at Kerrisons Lane, Bega noted
Council noted that DA2022.352 for subdivision of Lot 21 DP 843223 at 88 Kerrisons Lane, Bega into four allotments had already been approved with conditions through the Planning Portal on 5 February 2026.
Confirms a small subdivision approval in Bega already issued under delegated planning processes.
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