B Ward Committee - 18 May 2026

Topics

• Raynor Lane shared zone signage concerns raised in Lennox Head
  Committee discussed whether signage and awareness are clear enough for drivers and pedestrians in the shared zone.
  Residents using Raynor Lane may be at risk of confusion about where the shared zone starts and ends.
• Council asked to consider road safety education response
  A committee member asked whether the Road Safety Officer could run awareness efforts for the shared zone.
  Could lead to improved local compliance and safer behaviour without requiring major capital works.
• Council documents on exhibition
  The list of Council documents available for public comment was noted.
  Residents can review and respond to documents on public exhibition.

Decisions

• Previous minutes confirmed
  Minutes of the B Ward Committee meeting held on 16 March 2026 were confirmed.
  Provides an official record, but does not change services or policy.

Discussion

• Raynor Lane shared zone signage and pedestrian safety
  Members discussed existing shared zone signage, safety for pedestrians, and confusion caused by pavement changes and the lack of a sign at the start of the right-hand turn.
  Could affect driver behaviour and pedestrian safety in Lennox Head, especially around Raynor Lane.
• Possible community education on shared zone rules
  Cr Kiri Dicker asked whether there was capacity to increase education and awareness about the shared zone in Raynor Lane. Council was asked to advise whether the Road Safety Officer can initiate an awareness response.
  May lead to better local road safety messaging and clearer use of the shared zone.
• Lennox Alive cultural events program
  The program of monthly cultural events, Lennox Alive, was noted as progressing towards its first event in August.
  Signals upcoming community activity and events in Lennox Head.
• Council documents on exhibition
  The list of Council documents available for public comment was noted.
  Residents can review and respond to documents on public exhibition.

Impacts

• Potential changes to safety messaging and awareness around Raynor Lane in Lennox Head.
• No immediate infrastructure change was confirmed, but the issue may prompt further Council follow-up.
• Residents may see the first Lennox Alive event in August if the program proceeds as planned.

Places

• Lennox Head (locality)
  Area affected by the committee’s discussions and the Lennox Alive program.
• Raynor Lane (road)
  Shared zone signage and pedestrian safety were discussed.
• B Ward (ward)
  Committee area covered by the meeting.

Next

• Council to advise whether the Road Safety Officer can initiate education and awareness activity for the Raynor Lane shared zone.
  Following the meeting / date not specified
• Proceed towards the first Lennox Alive event.
  August 2026
• Next B Ward Committee meeting scheduled.
  20 July 2026 at 4:30 PM

Extract

MINUTES OF THE B WARD COMMITTEE MEETING HELD IN THE BALLINA SHIRE COUNCIL CHAMBERS 40 CHERRY STREET, BALLINA, ON 18/05/26 AT 4:30 PM Ballina Shire Council B Ward Committee Minutes 18/05/26 of 5 1. Acknowledgment of Country In opening the meeting, the Chair provided an Acknowledgement of Country. 2. Attendance and Apologies (including updates/changes in membership) Members Cr Michelle Bailey (Chair) Cr Eva Ramsey Cr Kiri Dicker Darel Vidler - Lennox Head Combined Sports Association Narissa Phelps - Lennox Head Residents Association Jane Parsons – NSW Sport & Recreation Len Gazzard – Ballina Environment Society Sharon Clark – Marine Rescue Ballina Council Staff Matthew Wood - Director Develop...