C Ward Committee - 14 May 2026

Topics

• Bugden Lane traffic issues still ongoing
  Committee says works are continuing but more work is needed, with NSW Police already consulted.
  Residents in Bugden Lane may see further traffic management changes and delays before the issue is resolved.
• Wollongbar Preschool footpath safety works to follow vegetation removal
  Council is removing vegetation along Hall Court and will clean the footpath afterwards, with further advice needed on stumps and leaf litter.
  Families using the preschool route should see safer access once the cleanup is completed.
• Quilt from Alstonville Cultural Centre to be accepted by historical society
  A local historical society has agreed to take on a quilt previously displayed at the cultural centre.
  The move helps preserve a community artefact and may lead to a new public display.

Decisions

• Minutes confirmed
  The committee confirmed the minutes of the previous meeting held on 12 March 2026.
  No direct service change, but confirms prior committee business.
• Quilt to be taken up by Ballina and District Historical Society
  The Ballina and District Historical Society agreed to accept the quilt previously displayed at the Alstonville Cultural Centre, with discussions ongoing about how it will be displayed.
  A local cultural item will be preserved and potentially re-displayed for the community.

Discussion

• Bugden Lane traffic issues
  A resident enquiry raised ongoing traffic problems in Bugden Lane. Staff said works were still underway and further work was needed, with NSW Police already consulted.
  Residents may see continued traffic management works and possible enforcement involvement.
• Noxious weeds and private property education
  Members discussed weed biosecurity responsibilities, with Rous County Council responsible for biosecurity and Council managing weeds on public land. Staff were asked to consider an article for Community Connect explaining noxious weeds.
  Residents could receive clearer information about weed responsibilities on private land and public land.
• Wollongbar preschool and Hall Court footpath maintenance
  Staff advised vegetation along the eastern side of Hall Court was scheduled for removal, followed by footpath cleaning. A request was also lodged for advice on stump removal and leaf litter clearing near the preschool footpath.
  Improved safety and access around the preschool and Hall Court area is expected once works are completed.
• Wollongbar Community Preschool parking request
  A request was made to formalise the grassed area in front of the community hall into a hardstand parking area for preschool staff due to ongoing parking pressure.
  Could affect local parking arrangements and access around the preschool and community hall.
• Wollongbar Skate Park seating request
  A request sought additional seating near the playground area at Wollongbar Skate Park, including covered seating for parents and carers.
  Potential amenity upgrade for families using the skate park and playground.
• Climate change matter received
  A business-with-notice item on climate change was listed later in the agenda extract, but the provided text does not include a clear outcome.
  No confirmed decision available from the supplied extract.

Impacts

• Traffic issues in Bugden Lane may continue to be addressed through works and police engagement.
• Community messaging on noxious weeds may be published in Community Connect.
• Vegetation removal and footpath cleaning near Wollongbar Preschool and Hall Court should improve safety and access.
• Preschool staff parking and nearby public parking arrangements may be revisited.
• Wollongbar Skate Park users may gain additional seating if the request proceeds.

Places

• Bugden Lane (road)
  Traffic issues discussed by the committee.
• Hall Court (road)
  Vegetation removal and footpath cleaning near Wollongbar Preschool.
• Wollongbar Preschool (facility)
  Parking and footpath safety issues discussed.
• Wollongbar Skate Park (facility)
  Request for additional seating near the playground.
• Alstonville Cultural Centre (facility)
  Former display location of the quilt.
• Alstonville (town)
  Part of the ward/community area referenced in several items.

Next

• Staff to consider an article on noxious weeds for a future edition of Community Connect.
  Future edition
• Staff to advise when leaf litter and stumps will be removed near the footpath at Wollongbar Preschool.
  Pending staff advice
• Staff to provide advice on stump removal and leaf litter clearing following the Hall Court vegetation works.
  After vegetation removal works
• Staff to progress ongoing works addressing traffic issues in Bugden Lane and continue liaising with NSW Police.
  Ongoing
• Next meeting scheduled for Thursday 9 July 2026 at 5.00pm.
  9 July 2026

Extract

MINUTES OF THE C WARD COMMITTEE MEETING HELD AT CRAWFORD HOUSE, 10 WARDELL ROAD ALSTONVNILLE ON 14/05/26 AT 5.00PM Ballina Shire Council C Ward Committee Minutes 14/05/26 of 9 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 Simon Chate Cr Therese Crollick Bill Coulter - Alstonville/Wollongbar Chamber of Commerce Jane Gardiner - Alstonville Plateau Historical Society and Heritage Advisory Ballina Josh Seage - Wollongbar Community Action Network (WCAN) Malcolm Johnson - Ballina Environment Society and Tuckombil Landcare Natalie Young – Wollongbar Community Pr...