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Spoonbill Reserve

2 decisions1 topicsUpdated 28 May 2026

Mentions

  • Master Plan adopted for future reserve development and layout.
  • Draft master plan endorsed for public exhibition
  • Sets the direction for future use and layout of Spoonbill Reserve in Ballina.
  • Residents will get a chance to comment on the future of Spoonbill Reserve.
  • May affect local community facilities, childcare premises and tenancy arrangements.
  • Spoonbill Reserve planning has been endorsed, affecting future park design and possible land use.

Decisions

Spoonbill Reserve Master Plan adopted

Council adopted the revised Spoonbill Reserve Master Plan after defeating an amendment that would have required a further report on the residential housing feasibility of land west of the proposed youth activity area and pathway.

Sets the direction for future use and layout of Spoonbill Reserve in Ballina.

Spoonbill Reserve Master Plan to go on exhibition

Council endorsed public exhibition of the Draft Spoonbill Reserve Master Plan for at least 28 days after rejecting a deferral amendment.

Residents will get a chance to comment on the future of Spoonbill Reserve.

Topics

Council seal used on land, lease and licence documents

Council approved sealing documents linked to a sublease assignment at Ballina Gallery Café, a lease variation for Ballina Fox Street Preschool, and a proposed community land lease/licence process at Kingsford Smith Reserve subject to public notification.

May affect local community facilities, childcare premises and tenancy arrangements.

Meetings

Council - 28 May 2026

Council backed several local policy, planning, funding and procurement decisions, including a revised Spoonbill Reserve Master Plan, major tenders for stormwater, surf lifesaving and creek restoration works, and advocacy for stronger Commonwealth funding for local government.

Council - 26 Feb 2026

Council backed a coastal hazards advocacy push, approved several planning decisions including a Teven zoning change and a East Ballina dwelling, adopted updated climate, biodiversity and property leasing policies, and awarded a roof replacement contract.