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March 28, 2024

Andrew Gordon

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Man charged over domestic violence and pursuit offences – Tweed Heads

A man has been charged following a pursuit near Tweed Heads on Monday.

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Save Wallum finalist in NSW 2024 environment awards

The Save Wallum campaign has been named as a finalist in the Nature Conservation Council of NSW Environment Awards 2024. The award ceremony will be held in Sydney tonight, and Save Wallum spokesperson and ecologist James Barrie will be attending with Tegan Kitt, another founding member of the group.

Carrying and passing the torch

If I say the words ‘US Forces give the nod’, I can pretty much guarantee that you will hear the unmistakable voice of Peter Garrett ringing in your ears. Your head may even start to bob up and down a bit. 

‘Smooth stroking’ Rainbow Dragons earn trophies

Rainbow Dragons (Lennox Head Ballina) won three trophies and had a fantastic weekend of fun, fitness and friendship at Grafton Dragon Boat Club’s regatta earlier in March.

Democracy on the ropes?

The ancient idea of democracy is under threat around the world. Today, there are only 63 democracies compared to 74 autocracies, and many of these democracies are highly problematic.

Caper Byron Bay Food & Culture Festival

Caper Byron Bay Food & Culture Festival returns to Byron Bay in May, and this year ‘locals favourite’ pub...

Protecting nature and naturism from prejudice in Byron Shire

A new regime of social repression is imposing itself over the Byron Shire. Supported by local conservatives, the NSW National Parks Wildlife Service is attacking diversity and a particular minority group in Byron Shire – naturists.


1 Candidate details

Name: Andrew Gordon

Council: Lismore

Town/city: Lismore

Number of years in shire/LGA: 48 Years

Current councillor? No

Clubs/sports/interests: Lismore Speedway, Far North Coast Canoe Club, Lismore Festival of Fitness, Lismore Ratepayers Association.

Are you a member of a political party or an organised ‘ticket’? No

Brief description: I left school at St Johns College in 1982 and I joined the police force. In 1990 I joined the family firm at R Gordon and Son. I have been involved with residential, commercial and industrial sales as well as property management in that time.

2 What has motivated you to stand?

I have seen the opportunity that my grandfather and then father had in the development of Lismore and I now see that opportunity taken from us and the next generation. I also see the prosperity of Lismore draining away.

3 What is your vision for the shire/LGA?

A positive rate of growth in the 1.5 per cent plus range and the unlocking of residential land allowing Lismore to progress. An overhaul of current council expenditure providing a business approach to the management of its assets and income.

4 In your opinion, how can council best balance the need for further residential development with the need to preserve the local environment?

By adhering to guidelines as set by the current LEP. There is plenty of scope for residential land development and the management of the environment if you have the right outlook and willingness to see appropriate development to occur to ensure prosperity of this region and the retention of commercial capital status.

5 What particular issues do you feel strongly about?

Our poor rate of growth crushing small business, the likelihood of poor job prospects as a result and increasing our ratepayer-funded debt. The draft LEP as proposed cruelling rural land value and hindering best farm practice.

 


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