I was devastated to read that Council plans to close South Beach Lane, Brunswick Heads for parking. What a reactionary and near-sighted solution to the problem of van-campers. Not only will this fail to solve the issue of van-campers in Byron Shire in general, we find that once again the privileged few dictate to the majority of those less fortunate. And with many of those properties being used for Airbnb – not even residents! What a travesty.
What about us poor local beach users who lose about 40 parking spaces for access to Torakina Beach and the river? Are we now expected to fight for the dwindling parks available in the tiny car park and/or roadside?
For 35 years I’ve made the necessary adjustments re swimming in the Bruns – totally forget about peak periods, but give it a try at other times, prepared to go elsewhere for lack of parking. Now I think, like other former joys of the Shire, this is another one I’m just going to have to forego. Shame on you, Byron Shire Council.
For four decades The Echo has printed the stories some people loved, some people hated, and some pretended not to read. If you want us to keep telling the truth, the real truth, not the sugar-coated version. We’ll need your support to keep the presses rolling. 
