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Lismore City Council
The regional service centre of the NSW Northern Rivers — around 43,800 people across the Lismore CBD, Goonellabah and villages like Nimbin, Clunes and Dunoon, and home to Southern Cross University. The council runs the local services you use every week — waste, roads, water, libraries, parks, development — and sets your rates, while leading recovery after the record February 2022 flood. Here's the snapshot, then the stuff that affects your week.
Everyday essentials
The things people actually need from the council — fast.
Open for your feedback
See all →Things Lismore City Council wants your say on right now. Your view counts for more before the deadline.
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Expression of Interest - South Lismore Industrial Subdivision
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Walk of Honour Nominations
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PUBLIC NOTICE- Tender T 2026/18 Vegetation Management Services Panel Contract
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Get to know your council
The basics, in one tap — open any card for key facts and a link to the official source.
This year's rate rise, how it compares across NSW, and why bills differ.
2025–26 rate peg: 3.9%
Open →Budget & financesHow financially healthy the council is, measured against official benchmarks.
Meets 5 of 9 OLG financial benchmarks
Open →Crime & safetyLismore's recorded crime rates, side by side with the NSW average.
Recorded rates above the NSW average across the 12 major offences
Open →Mayor & councillorsWho represents you — and where to read their official profiles.
Mayor: Steve Krieg (Independent)
Open →Elections & votingWhen the next council election is, and how voting works.
Next election: Sat 9 Sep 2028
Open →Contact & servicesHow to reach the council and report a problem.
Customer service: 1300 87 83 87
Open →City profileThe basics: how many people live here, how big the area is.
Population: ~43,800 (2023–24)
Open →What's happening
45 updatesAuto-collected from Lismore City Council's public channels and drafted in plain language (pending review).
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Landmark Lismore building restoration program complete
Published on 03 November 2026 It’s a significant milestone for Lismore’s multi-year flood recovery, with all 45 building projects under the City Council’s Flood Restoration Portfolio now complete.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Beach and Bush Distributors Carols in the Heart 2026
Published on 02 November 2026 Oakes Oval will come to life with Christmas carols, family fun and festive entertainment when Beach and Bush Distributors Carols in the Heart 2026 takes place on Sunday, 6 December.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Waste
Public bin baskets put more cash in Lismore residents’ pockets
Published on 26 October 2026 Lismore City Council has installed 20 public Return and Earn baskets across Lismore and Nimbin following a successful grant application.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Have your say
Showcase Your Business: Join Lismore’s Local Campaigns and Promotions
Campaigns to support local businesses Showcase your business, gain exposure and connect with customers. Lismore Business Promotions and Campaigns align with the Lismore Business Activation Plan (2024-2027) by supporting its key goals of enhancing visibility and engagement for local businesses.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Development
Wanda Park Playground Upgrade East Lismore
Overview Wanda Park is a community recreation area in In East Lismore. It includes several community facilities including a playground, picnic tables, BBQ and shade areas Wanda Park playground is due for an upgrade, and we want to hear from the East Lismore community and surrounding areas about what you would like to see in the future playground.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
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Revised Resource Recovery and Residual Waste Strategy 2022-2032
Overview Lismore City Council has revised its 10-year Resource Recovery and Residual Waste Strategy to guide how we manage waste and resources across the Lismore community. The Strategy replaces the 2018–2023 Waste Management and Resource Recovery Strategy.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Have your say
Holmes Park Playground Upgrade Goonellabah
Overview Holmes Park is a community recreation area in Goonellabah, located on Oliver Ave. It includes several community facilities including a playground, picnic tables and paved walking tracks along the creek connecting with the Tucki Tucki Walking Track near the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Gully entry/exit access point.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Have your say
Lightbox Lane Public Art Program - Artist EOI - February 2027 Edition
Expressions of Interest are now open! Local artists are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest for their artwork to be featured in Lightbox Lane.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
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EOI's open for new South Lismore industrial precinct
Published on 08 October 2026 Businesses, investors and developers are being invited to register their interest in a proposed new industrial precinct at 97 Caniaba Street, South Lismore, with around 21 lots planned to create new opportunities to establish, expand and invest in Lismore.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Five local councils oppose multi-million dollar NSW funding cuts
Published on 08 October 2026 Four Northern Rivers councils, together with MidCoast Council, are calling on the NSW Government to pause proposed changes to the 2027/2028 Financial Assistance Grants methodology, raising concerns the proposed model does not adequately account for the unique challenges and circumstances facing regional communities.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Waste
Peace Park Playground Upgrade Nimbin
Overview Peace Park is a community recreation area in central Nimbin, located on Sibley Street. It includes several community facilities including the Nimbin Skate Park, playground, basketball court and is near the swimming pool and Rainbow Walk.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
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National Indigenous art prize puts Lismore on Australia’s cultural map
Published on 06 October 2026 Some of Australia’s most exciting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists will compete for $23,000 in prize money in Lismore this year, as finalists are announced for the 2026 Koori Mail Indigenous Art Award.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Construction to begin on Browns Creek Pump Station upgrade
Published on 06 October 2026 Construction on the Browns Creek Pump Station upgrade will begin in January 2027, with the project set to significantly improve the city’s ability to manage stormwater behind the levee during flood events.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Lismore marks 175 flood restoration projects complete
Published on 01 October 2026 Lismore City Council has now completed 175 flood restoration projects across the Local Government Area, marking the halfway point of its extensive 2022 disaster restoration program.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Development
Historic Spinks Park Rotunda reopens
Published on 01 October 2026 The historic Spinks Park Rotunda has reopened to the community following works to restore the much-loved structure giving residents and visitors another opportunity to enjoy one of Lismore’s most significant riverside public spaces.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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A-League Action Returns as Brisbane Roar Face Broadmeadow Magic FC
Published on 01 October 2026 Top-tier football is returning to Lismore this October, with A-League powerhouse Brisbane Roar set to hit the pitch at Crozier Field for an action-packed preseason clash against 2026 NPL NNSW premiers, Broadmeadow Magic FC.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Have your say
Lightbox Lane Public Art Program April 2026 - Expression of Interest
Expressions of Interest are now open! Local artists are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest for their artwork to be featured in Lightbox Lane.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
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Lismore’s renewal continues with new public amenities now open
Published on 17 September 2026 Lismore City Council is continuing the city’s recovery and renewal, with four more public amenities now open at Arthur Park, Crozier Field, Dungarubba Boat Ramp and Wyrallah Park.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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New state-of-the-art waste collection trucks hit Lismore streets
Published on 17 September 2026 Lismore residents will benefit from a more reliable, safer and more efficient waste collection service as Council continues the roll-out of its new state-of-the-art kerbside collection fleet.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Emergency Services Test Bushfire Response
Published on 15 September 2026 Local emergency services have put their response arrangements to the test ahead of the bushfire season, with Lismore residents now being urged to do the same by preparing their homes and households.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Raising the Bar launches in Lismore under new partnership
Published on 15 September 2026 Lismore City Council and the University Centre for Rural Health at the University of Sydney have today announced a new partnership to bring the globally acclaimed Raising the Bar program to the Northern Rivers, with the inaugural Lismore event to be held at the Metropole Hotel in May 2027.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Transit Centre bathrooms to reopen following major repairs
Published on 15 September 2026 The Transit Centre bathrooms will reopen this week, following extensive repairs and refurbishment required following repeated incidents of vandalism.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Emergency services test response as Lismore residents urged to get bus
Published on 15 September 2026 Local emergency services have put their response arrangements to the test ahead of the bushfire season, with Lismore residents now being urged to do the same by preparing their homes and households.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Council Adopts Landmark Lismore 60000 Framework to Guide Future Growth
Published on 14 September 2026 Lismore City Council has this week adopted its most comprehensive Strategic Planning Framework in the LGA's history at the September Ordinary Council Meeting.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Community to help shape Lismore’s Walk of Honour
Published on 16 July 2026 Lismore City Council has established a committee to progress the proposed Walk of Honour as part of the future Lismore Boulevard – Shared User Path project, following the successful approval of funding for a major upgrade to the pedestrian and cycling link connecting the CBD, sports precinct and Lismore Square.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Development
Your guide to the DA process
Your guide to the DA process
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Policy
Lismore landslip restoration reaches new milestone
Published on 20 August 2026 Flood recovery has reached a new milestone in Lismore, with 10 landslips now successfully repaired under Council’s Landslip Restoration Package – restoring access, reconnecting communities and rebuilding confidence across the Lismore LGA.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Simes Bridge reopens following major flood recovery works
Published on 17 August 2026 Lismore City Council has marked another flood recovery milestone with completion of works on Simes Bridge, restoring a vital connection for the Whian Whian community.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Nominations open for Lismore Walk of Honour
Published on 14 August 2026 Nominations are now open for community members to put forward deserving individuals for recognition for the proposed Walk of Honour.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Development
What you need to know about DAs
What you need to know about DAs
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Contractor announced for Lismore’s Browns Creek pump upgrade
Published on 06 August 2026 Lismore's journey towards a stronger and more flood-resilient future has reached a new milestone, with Lismore City Council appointing Eire Constructions to deliver the landmark Browns Creek Pump Station upgrade.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Norco Eat the Street Confirms Food, Drink and Entertainment Lineup
Published on 05 August 2026 Fresh off securing Silver at the prestigious NSW Regional Tourism Awards, Lismore’s premier culinary and cultural event, Norco Eat the Street has unveiled its first major program release for 2026.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Major upgrades to enhance Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre
Published on 21 July 2026 Visitors to the Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre (LRRC) will soon benefit from safer access, smoother traffic flow and enhanced facilities, with a major improvement program set to begin next month.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Rainforest to River project grows from strength to strength
Published on 07 September 2026 More than 17,000 native plants are now in the ground across Lismore as the Rainforest to River project continues to transform important rainforest, wetland and riverbank habitat across the city.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Have your say
Expression of Interest - South Lismore Industrial Subdivision
Express your interest in a new opportunity to invest and grow in Lismore Expressions of Interest are open for businesses, investors and developers interested in securing land within a proposed new industrial precinct at
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Have your say
EOI - Chairperson Audit Risk & Improvement Committee
Expression of Interest Council invites interested persons to submit an Expression of Interest to Council via the online application process on our website at https://forms. lismore.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Have your say
Walk of Honour Nominations
Walk of Honour The Walk of Honour will recognise and celebrate individuals who have made a lasting impact on the Lismore community through professional excellence, community contribution, cultural and creative achievement, sport and recreation, innovation, and leadership.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Have your say
PUBLIC NOTICE- Tender T 2026/18 Vegetation Management Services Panel Contract
PUBLIC NOTICE - Tender T 2026/18 Vegetation Management Services Panel Contract Lismore City Council is seeking to establish a Panel of Suppliers to provide vegetation management services across Council-owned and managed land, infrastructure corridors, reserves, parks, roadsides, waterways, and other public assets.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Have your say
Lismore 60,000
Planning for Lismore's Future Lismore City Council is revising its long-term growth and place making strategies to secure a vibrant, safe and prosperous future. Help shape that future by having your say!
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Have your say
Have your say on the future use of buyback land
Lismore has been through significant change since the 2022 floods and will continue to evolve and grow. Lismore City Council, together with the NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA), invites community to provide feedback on practical, flood-compatible uses for buyback land that will support recovery, resilience and the future of Lismore.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Have your say
Expression of Interest - 1 Molesworth Street Lismore (Old Greyhound Track)
EOI has now closed. We thank those who have submitted, and will be contacted shortly with next steps.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
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Rural Land Use Strategy
Lismore City Council is actively developing a comprehensive Rural Land Use Strategy to efficiently manage and plan for our rural areas . This strategy will serve as a cohesive framework guiding necessary adjustments to relevant planning controls.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
Source: Your Say Lismore
- Have your say
Council consults on a possible special rate variation
The council ran a rates consultation in 2025 on a possible special rate variation to fund roads and economic development in the Lismore LGA. Any special variation would need to be applied for and approved by IPART before it could raise rates above the annual peg.
What this means for you: This could affect future rates bills above the standard rate peg; the council's Your Say page sets out the proposal and how to have your say.
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IPART sets Lismore's 2026–27 rate peg at 3.1%
IPART set Lismore City Council's rate peg for 2026–27 at 3.1% (with a 0% population factor). The rate peg caps the increase in the council's total ordinary rates income, not each individual bill.
What this means for you: It sets the ceiling for how much the council can raise its total rates income in 2026–27; water, sewer and waste charges are billed separately, and any special variation would be additional.
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Future use of flood buyback land split into four precincts
The council and NSW Government revealed that flood-affected buyback land across the Lismore CBD, North, South and East Lismore will be planned as four precincts, with the Lismore Centre plan starting from early 2026 and all four to be completed by early 2027.
What this means for you: If you live near the flood-affected areas, this shapes what can be built on land bought back after the 2022 floods (housing is no longer permitted there); community engagement runs through 2026 and you can follow it on the council's Your Say page.
Source: Your Say Lismore — Future use of buyback land: precinct planning
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