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North Coast Regional State of the Environment Report aims to report on environmental condition at both a regional and local level primarily for the 2012 to 2016 reporting period, but including information from the 2012 RSoE where relevant.
Access to Public Information (GIPA) Act 2009
How to Resize Pages on this Website
At Council’s meeting on 26 March 2020 it was resolved to publicly advertise for 28 days a proposal to provide a 6 month rebate on water and sewerage access charges to those businesses and activities which have been the subject of a public health order to close. Comments are encouraged and must be received in writing on or before 30 April 2020.
The next Council meeting will be held on 30 April 2020. To observe the best practice social distancing and isolation protocols, the relevant legislation has been amended to allow councils to meet 'virtually' (on line).
Public Pesticide Notification April to June 2020
The Waste Management Facility at Old Coast Road Nambucca Heads will be closed on the ANZAC DAY public holiday, Saturday 25 APRIL 2020. The facility will reopen Sunday 26 April 2020 at the usual times 8am to 4.00pm. No change to the kerbside waste collection day.
Waste Management Facility Old Coast Road Nambucca Heads will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday being 10 and 12 April 2020. The facility will reopen on Saturday 11 and Monday 13 April 2020 at the usual times 8am to 4pm. No change to kerbside collection days.
Council has established an Alcohol Free Zones in accordance with Section 644 of the Local Government Act 1993.
Annual Report
Arts Mid North Coast is the peak body for arts and cultural development across the Mid North Coast region. We are a regional non-profit, incorporated organisation, and part of a state network of 13 Regional Arts Boards that provide the framework for arts and cultural development across regional and rural NSW.
Links to information about Asbestos from various state agencies.
This page contains Australia’s Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines including links to brochures, a summary fact sheet for each of the guidelines, tips and ideas for how to be physically active, as well as evidence review reports.
Grants to help young people pursue their sporting dreams. Young people find it difficult to meet the ongoing and significant costs associated with participation at sporting competitions, particularly those from regional areas.
Nambucca Shire has many stunning beaches to explore and enjoy. A variety of services such as access ramps, life saving, caravan parks, boat ramps, barbecues, public amenity blocks etc are also available nearby.
Boat Ramps
Gumma Reserve is currently identified as a primitive and popular campground located approximately 5.7km east of Macksville and can be accessed via Gumma Road.
Bowra Dam Construction Gallery April 2013
Bowra Dam Construction Gallery Feruary 2013
Bowra Dam Construction Gallery October 2013
Bowra Dam Construction Gallery October 2013 - Aerial
Bowra Dam Construction Gallery September 2013
The Nambucca Shire water supply is a single source supply drawn from bores sunk into alluvial deposits adjacent to the Nambucca River upstream of the town of Bowraville. Studies have confirmed that the aquifer has limited storage capacity and cannot be expected to meet current and future water supply demands during periods of drought. During the drought of 2002 two of the eight bores began to run dry and it was estimated that there was between 30 to 60 days supply of water available when the drought broke.
Nambucca Valley Council's Bushfire Relief Appeal donations page
Nambucca Valley Council's Bushfire Information Page, including state and federal government newsletter information, local council information, local bushfire related events and council initiatives, as a result of the Kian Road Fire disaster
Capital Works are building and engineering works that create an asset, as well as constructing or installing facilities and fixtures associated with an forming an integral part of those works. In this area you will find an explanation of how the Capital Works Program has been created, a list of all projects for the current financial year and a Monthly Progress Status Report.
There are five public cemeteries located in the Nambucca Shire at Nambucca Heads, Macksville, Bowraville, Eungai Creek and Argents Hill. The cemetery located at Blackbutt is a historic cemetery. All public cemeteries are administered by Council and require approvals prior to undertaking any work within the cemetery areas. Council maintains a register of interments in each cemetery and issues approvals for headstones and monuments erected on individual grave sites. The maintenance of approved headstones and monuments remains the responsibility of the person who holds the right of burial for the grave site. Reservations for grave sites within the public cemeteries must be made with Council. Columbarium walls have been erected in the following cemeteries for the interment of ashes: Nambucca Heads, Macksville, Bowraville and Eungai Creek. Niche reservations may be made in the columbarium walls by contacting Council’s Administration Centre on (02) 6568 2555.
Find out all you need to know about any changes to Council's operations due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Local Adaptations Pathways Program
The NSW Local Government Act 1993 requires Council to adopt a code of conduct. The code provides Council with a framework for ethical decision making and standards of behaviour of councillors, employees and community representatives.
Community Halls
Companion Animals On Off Leash Areas
Control of Burning information and maps.
Council forms
Council Policies covering Governance, Corporate Services, Development and Environment, Engineering Serivces
Council regulates building and development within the community. Each development application is assessed on its merits, according to NSW legislation and planning policies and Council’s Local Environmental Plan and Development Control Plan.
A step by step list of the Development Application process.
Planning & Development Development Applications Determined (as advertised) March 2017
Development Control Plan 2010 - Parts A-K, Part L & Part M
Under the NSW Disability Inclusion Act (2014) each council in NSW must have a Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP)
Electronic Document Requirements
Provides access to Councils electronic lodgement facility
Council Contact Numbers for After Hours Emergencies are located at the bottom of this page.
This Strategy will form the employment lands component of Nambucca Council’s Local Growth Management Strategy. GHD and the AECgroup have prepared this Strategy on behalf of Nambucca Shire Council and the Department of Industry and Investment. It is intended to guide and manage future industrial and commercial development until at least 2051. For the purposes of this Strategy employment lands are defined as lands zoned so that they are predominately used for activities resulting in employment. Employment lands therefore include existing and future industrial, commercial and mixed use land.
Council is committed to helping residents reduce energy usage, save money and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Changes to the environmental protection legislation as a result of the Protection of the Environment Legislation Amendment Act 2011 requires all local Councils to publish groundwater, surface water, leachate and landfill gas monitoring data from each of their landfill sites from 1 July 2012.
Changes to the environmental protection legislation as a result of the Protection of the Environment Legislation Amendment Act 2011 requires all local Councils to publish effluent discharge monitoring data from each of their wastewater treatment plant sites from 1 July 2012.
An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was prepared on behalf of Nambucca Shire Council for the proposed Bowraville Off River Water Storage in the Nambucca Valley.
Environmental Levy 2018-19
Frequently Asked Questions
As with many local government areas Nambucca Shire Council has been the ear to community representations in respect to local Flying-fox camps and the associated impacts on urban areas.
Numerous unvaccinated puppies have been brought to the Macksville or Nambucca Heads Veterinary Clinics with severe gastroenteritis (vomiting and diarrhoea). It is highly likely that Parvovirus is the cause of this outbreak.
Council's Community Strategic Plan identifies the following action in regards to Heritage: Nambucca Shire Council aims to support and promote an understanding of the Nambucca Valley’s heritage.
“Flushable wipes” or “Wet wipes “are causing problems with Council’s sewer network.
The Indian Myna Control Project is a joining of two community driven projects funded by the NSW Environmental Trust covering the Coffs Harbour, Bellingen and Nambucca Local Government Areas and the Hastings and Macleay LGA’s. The projects seek to reduce the impacts of the growing Indian myna invasion in our urban and rural environments. The web site provides you with background information on this feral species and how you can participate in the population reduction program. You'll find all the latest news on Indian mynas, as well as details of up-coming events and activities in your local area.
The main objectives of the project
The project area covers the Coffs Harbour, Bellingen and Nambucca LGA's. In co-operation with participating Councils, the project is supported by the three corresponding Landcare organisations, as well as the National Parks and Wildlife Service (Department of Environment & Climate Change) and the Ulitarra Conservation Society.
Indian Myan Control useful links
The Indian myna (Acridotheres tristis) belongs to the Starling family; a group of birds which includes another invasive species, the Common Starling (Sturnus vulgaris).
On 1 October 2009, the NSW Government's new framework for integrated planning and reporting for local councils came into effect.
The IWCM process aims to assist Council in finding ways to plan and manage the three main urban water services - water supply, sewerage and storm water to ensure that maximum value is obtained from the water resource and that the impact of water use on the environment is minimised. Council engaged the NSW Department of Commerce to prepare the Nambucca IWCM Strategy Study following on from earlier work they had completed on the IWCM Concept Study.
Nambucca Shire Council is dedicated to increasing the efficiency of street lighting maintenance reporting and usage of electricity charged to Council for the lighting of public areas and streets in the shire.
Nambucca Valley Council is advising the community that the Office of Local Government has released a Discussion Paper on the possible provision of superannuation guarantee payments in addition to councillors’ and mayors’ annual allowances. Submissions to the Office of Local Government close on 8 May 2020.
The importance of social distancing is the most effective method to slow the spread of COVID-19 and Nambucca Valley Council is encouraging everyone to take the necessary steps to ensure less contact between themselves and people.
Important COVID-19 announcement advising of changes to Nambucca Valley Council's opening hours. We further advise of the the closure of the Nambucca Heads and Macksville libraries, the Gumma Reserve Camping Ground and the cessation of all non-essential events or meetings at Council owned community buildings and hall until further notice.
Listed below are the successful contractors for the triennial mowing quotations for the period commencing 1 October 2017 – 30 September 2020.
Nambucca Valley Museums
Council engaged the NSW Public Works (NSW Water Solutions) to prepare a concept design for an upgrade of the works along with a REF (Review of Environmental Factors) to investigate the likely social and environmental impacts of the proposal.
This is the unrestricted version of the Nambucca Shire Council Local Emergency Management Plan (EMPLAN) which was adopted in March 2016. The plan details arrangements that prevent or mitigate, prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies within the Nambucca Local Government Area.
A region strengthening key activities such as manufacturing tourism and agriculture and strongly enhancing its social and natural resource endowments to make Nambucca an attractive place to live and prosper.
Floods damage public and private property and can take lives depending on their severity, but there are a number of ways that people and governments can reduce the risks.
Famous for its natural beauty and ease of access, the Nambucca River and its estuary offers a fantastic range of activities to enjoy all year round.
The Nambucca Local Environmental Plan 2010 was gazetted on 30 July 2010
Nambucca Valley Council Bushfire Relief Appeal background and further information
Nambucca Valley Council's Bushfire Relief Appeal - Terms of Reference for Committee Members
Nambucca Visitor Information Centre Information
NOA occurs in some rocks, sediments and soils in various regions of NSW including Mid North Coast. If covered and left undisturbed, NOA is not considered dangerous. However, if disturbed and microscopic fibres become airborne or settle on clothing or equipment and can be inhaled, NOA can cause incurable diseases including malignant mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis. The more fibres inhaled, the greater the risk to health.
The Local Emergency Management Committee (LEMC) has identified the following NSPs for areas within the Nambucca Shire Local Government Area.
Sport and Recreation offers a range of services and support in NSW to promote an active and healthy lifestyle. From training programs to grants, we work closely with individuals to build strong, inclusive and active communities.
Relative NSW State Government static or homepage links
This On-Site Sewage Management Plan (strategy) was prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government (General) Regulation, 2005. The plan relates to domestic wastewater (non-commercial/industrial activities) for on-site systems treating up to 2000 litres per day.
Organisation Structure Chart for Nambucca Shire Council
The Our Living Coast Project is a joint initiative of Coffs Harbour City Council, Bellingen Shire Council and Nambucca Shire Council and is being funded through a $1.998m grant from the NSW Environmental Trust, under the Urban Sustainability Program.
A total of 85 hectares of parks and reserves, playgrounds, sporting fields and foreshore areas are available for public use, and are maintained by Council on a regular basis.
Performance Surveys
Protection of the Environment Legislation Amendment Act 2011 - New Requirement to Prepare Pollution Incident Response Management Plans.
Public general health information and links to further information.
Council has two public wharves available for general use, one located in River Street, Macksville and the other in Riverside Drive, Nambucca Heads.
Road conditions in the Nambucca Valley
Current information relating to roads within the Valley
Council charges a contribution from developers towards the cost of providing local services and facilities that are required because of their development.
February 2017
The Nambucca Valley has a number of sporting fields for use by the community and can be hired through the Committee of Management.
The owner of a swimming pool has the responsibility to ensure that the pool is at all times surrounded by a complying child resistant pool safety barrier.
The Macksville Show is one of the premier agricultural and entertainment events on the mid north coast of New South Wales. The show attracts exhibitors from all over plus the local Nambucca Valley community.
Nambucca Valley Council’s Development and Environment Section can provide information on fence height and construction type permitted. Ph: 02 6568 2555 and ask for the Duty Planner
General information relating to wandering livestock on private and public land.
Nambucca Shire Council has been proactive in this area by entering into a partnership with Coffs Harbour City and Bellingen Shire Councils and Handybin Waste Services resulting in a regional waste collection service which commenced at the end of 2005 and is known as Coffs Coast Waste Service.
This is a list of events hosted by the Libraries of Nambucca Valley Council.
