B Ward Committee - 16 Mar 2026

Key decisions

• Shared zone signage request to be reviewed
  A request for additional shared zone signage at the right-hand turn in Rayner Lane adjacent to Ross Park was referred to the Engineering Works section for review.
  Could affect traffic safety and pedestrian awareness in Rayner Lane, Lennox Head.
• Reflections Lennox Head to be invited to join committee
  Council was to write to Reflections Holidays Lennox Head inviting it to participate in the B Ward Committee; a post-meeting note states the letter was prepared and issued.
  May broaden local input into issues affecting holiday park and visitor areas in Lennox Head.
• Megan Crescent retaining wall issue referred for land and remediation check
  Concern about the timber retaining wall near the NPWS Aboriginal cultural site at Megan Crescent Sportsground was referred to the Open Spaces team to confirm land ownership and arrange remediation as required. A post-meeting note says Council engaged with Aboriginal stakeholders on a remediation plan and funding is being considered.
  Relates to public safety and asset condition at the sportsground area.
• Ballina War Memorial Pool dishwasher request referred
  The need for a dishwasher at Ballina War Memorial Pool was referred to Council’s Manager Facilities and Services to review provision of the appliance.
  Could improve facility operations and user amenity at the pool.

Important topics

• Plane traffic over Lennox Head
  An item of business with notice raised increased plane traffic over Lennox Head.
  Concerns may relate to noise and amenity for local residents.
• Camping on Pacific Parade and Park Lane
  The committee considered camping issues on Pacific Parade and Park Lane.
  Relevant to public space use, amenity and local compliance concerns.
• Pacific Parade amenities and holiday waste collection
  The committee discussed amenities and waste collection over the holiday period. A post-meeting note says public bin services are monitored and increased during peak visitation, with service levels to continue being adjusted to reduce overflowing bins.
  Affects cleanliness and public amenity in busy coastal areas.
• Additional lighting at Megan Crescent Sportsground
  A request was raised for extra lighting at Megan Crescent Sportsground. Council staff advised a submission would be needed for consideration through the Delivery Program and Operational Plan and Long Term Financial Plan.
  Could affect sportsground usability and safety, but no approval was made at this meeting.
• Lake Ainsworth to village pathway concept
  Discussion occurred about connecting Lake Ainsworth and Lennox Head village centre via a new pathway. Council staff advised preliminary consideration has occurred, but a detailed concept design and consultation with Reflections Lennox Head and other stakeholders would be required.
  Potential future active transport and access improvement for residents and visitors.

Resident impacts

• Traffic and pedestrian signage in Rayner Lane may be reviewed.
• Waste collection in peak holiday periods will continue to be monitored and adjusted to reduce bin overflows.
• Safety remediation is being pursued for the retaining wall near Megan Crescent Sportsground.
• A future pathway link between Lake Ainsworth and Lennox Head village would need concept design and stakeholder consultation before progressing.

Places affected

• Rayner Lane, Lennox Head (road)
  Requested additional shared zone signage near Ross Park.
• Ross Park, Lennox Head (park)
  Landmark adjacent to the Rayner Lane signage request.
• Pacific Parade, Lennox Head (road/service area)
  Raised in camping, off-leash dog, amenity and waste collection discussions.
• Park Lane, Lennox Head (road)
  Raised in discussion about camping.
• Megan Crescent Sportsground, Lennox Head (sportsground)
  Raised for additional lighting and retaining wall safety concerns.
• Lennox Head Cultural Centre (facility)
  Raised in discussion about concrete cleaning.
• Ballina War Memorial Pool (facility)
  Raised regarding provision of a dishwasher.
• Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Head (locality)
  Discussed as part of a possible pathway connection to the village centre.

Next steps

• Engineering Works to review request for additional shared zone signage in Rayner Lane.
  Referred at the meeting
• Council to invite Reflections Holidays Lennox Head to participate in B Ward Committee.
  Letter issued post-meeting
• Open Spaces team to confirm retaining wall land ownership and arrange remediation as required.
  Referred at the meeting; remediation planning underway post-meeting
• Manager Facilities and Services to review provision of a dishwasher at Ballina War Memorial Pool.
  Referred at the meeting
• Next B Ward Committee meeting scheduled.
  2026-05-18 16:30

Extracted minutes text

MINUTES OF THE B WARD COMMITTEE MEETING HELD IN THE BALLINA SHIRE COUNCIL CHAMBERS 40 CHERRY STREET, BALLINA, ON 16/03/26 AT 4:30 PM Ballina Shire Council B Ward Committee Minutes 16/03/26 of 4 1. Acknowledgment of Country In opening the meeting, the Chair, Councillor Kiri Dicker provided an Acknowledgement of Country. 2. Attendance and Apologies (including updates/changes in membership) Members Cr Kiri Dicker (Chair) Cr Sharon Cadwallader (Mayor) Cr Eva Ramsey Cr Michelle Bailey Darel Vidler - Lennox Head Combined Sports Association Narissa Phelps - Lennox Head Residents’ Association Steve Nichols – NSW Sport & Recreation Graham Bond – Lennox Community Gardens Incorporated Sarah King – Bal...